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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1920
Page
4
The notice lists Braden and Hancock publishers in Greensburg Indiana with contact details on West Main Street and subscription rates for Indiana and out of state. It mentions American Press Association in New York and states subscriptions payable in advance.
The Interstate Commerce Commission approved a $26,775,000 loan to the New York Central and seven subsidiary lines to finance new equipment and additions costing $56,625,000. The Michigan Central, the Big Four, Cincinnati Northern, Toledo and Ohio Central, Zanesville and Western, Kanawah and Michigan Railway, and Lake Erie and Western will share the fund.
Window delivery of 1921 automobile license plates began at the Indiana State House, with 25,000 more held for shipment until after Christmas. Total licenses expected to reach 365,000, up from 334,000 in 1920, as Governor-elect Warren T. McCray receives No. 1 and Gov.-elect Goodrich gets No. 100.
Joseph Crabtree age 50 hanged himself with a necktie in Hartford City yesterday before a scheduled trial on a charge of assault and battery with intent to kill. The death ends a case that would have proceeded in court.
A man identified as one of the Beavers once located here, accused of passing bad checks, was seen in the city yesterday evening and the night before. Chief Meek was notified and learned the suspect was at Big Four station around four thirty. He did not find him and it is believed the man boarded passenger number 18 eastbound.
Weather notes point to possible snow in Indiana with flurries in the north but no firm statewide prediction. Forecasters and believers alike tease about Santa’s iron sleigh and tomorrow’s holiday snow.
Mr and Mrs Earl Shelby and daughter Mary Margaret of Chicago are guests of her parents Mr and Mrs Ire J Hellensbe. Mr Hellensbe is confined to his bed by illness.
Greensburg High School beat Madison High 20 to 14 as Meek led Greensburg with five field goals and four free throws. Trester and Vanderburns starred for Greensburg while Madison's Huskies struggled to match pace. Milroy High awaits next Friday Christmas Eve game with a large crowd expected.
Judge Craig today submitted names of three men for selection as special judge in the case of Clifford Eward against William E. Jackson for alienation of affections. The candidates are Fred C. Gause of Newcastle Alonzo Blair of Shelbyville and William M. Sparks of Rushville.
Milford residents Mrs. Frank Mitchell and her daughter joined Mrs. James Conk in Indianapolis for two days while Dal Niebert and family with Mrs. Wm Stotsenburg visited Greensburg on Wednesday. Mr Norris and wife conducted business in Greensburg, and an M E church Xmas entertainment was planned tonight. T C Goff distributed candy to friends, and Mrs. Raymond Bullard with her Ohio based son visited the area over the holidays with James Bullard and wife. Frank Braden returns from Greencastle for Xmas with Chas Braden and family.
Ira Winn and Miss Orpha Devine of Westport married shortly before noon today at the North Broadway parsonage by Alfred H. Pitkin pastor of the Methodist church. The couple will reside in Westport.
The case of Jefferson C. Davis against the Union Trust Co. executor of Israel D. Jewett's estate for a transfer claim of 100 dollars was settled today by agreement. The claimant received 35 dollars plus costs.
Joe Lynch, the West Side boxer, defeated Pete Herman of New Orleans in a fifteen round world bantamweight title bout at Madison Square Garden to claim the crown. Lynch controlled most rounds, with Herman scoring in brief bursts. judges tabbed Lynch the clear aggressor in ten rounds while four went to Herman and one even start.
The Psi Iota Xi sorority reports strong response for selling Red Cross seals to aid tuberculosis fight. City schools contest for honors with outlying townships expected to boost totals by Saturday. Previous highs show $500 is reachable and likely, with last year at $1,100. Fraternal group Big Brothers contributed $5 in stamps. two days remain to help the cause.
Relic of the Pap' Thomas Women's Relief Corps held a special meeting despite weather with over seventy attendees. New year preparations included an informal reception for new members, readings by Mrs. Elida Cobb Mrs. Jeannette Howard and Mrs. Minnie Porter, vocal solos by Mrs. Jane McKay and Mrs. Jeannette Littell, followed by a luncheon of homemade cake ice cream and coffee.
Greensburg public schools schedule festive events for tomorrow with a high school musical program during first period. West school pupils present a Christmas show at 10 00 am in the assembly room. Grades 4 through 8 perform choruses solos and playlets while East school promises a Santa surprise after the program.
Mrs W W Dixon of West Washington street received word that her sister Miss Abbie Shry has died at her Celaski Ohio home She had often visited here and had many friends who will regret the passing Mrs Dixon cannot attend the funeral due to failing health
Tom Wolverton, long employed with George Walker of Adams in the Bowling Green oil fields, is visiting his brother Lee Wolverton in St. Paul. He reports ample work and abundant oil in the Bowling Green area.
A blaze last night destroyed a J. C. Crews property on East Street behind the interurban station. Three uninsured automobiles owned by Hugh Flint, Cal Crews, and Harry Templeton were lost with other personal goods. Neighbors from the “Y” helped save a nearby Fred Boyle residence and other property amid southeast winds. A S. & C. terminal window was damaged and the Linegar-owned house faced the flames.
Greensburg High School literary society held a Christmas meeting at the YMCA parlors to debate Resolved that there is a Santa Claus. The Juniors won the argument while the Seniors spoke for the affirmative. A reading, original story, piano and vocal solos followed with a social hour and refreshments.
John Boyl son of Mr and Mrs Fred Boyl speeds toward Mena Arkansas for Christmas Day marriage to Ruth Price a Red Cross nurse from that city The couple met in Terre Haute where Boyl served as a U S Army recruiting officer They will arrive here next Monday and reside at Mrs Ella B Wrights East Main street home Congratulations are in order.
Mr and Mrs William H Borden announce the marriage of their only daughter Edith Mae to Oliver Bartlow Samuels celebrated in Newport Kentucky on September ninth 1920 The groom nephew of John Samuels a prosperous farmer and engineer The bride is popular in her locality They will reside in Horace after the first of the year
Rev. John F. Huckleberry and his wife of Las Animas Colorado are at Horace. They were called there by the serious illness of her father James G Robbins. Huckleberry is pastor of the Baptist church in Las Animas and was formerly a preacher in Decatur County.
County officials plan a fight to secure higher salaries and flat pay against rising living costs and added duties. They seek legislative changes to curb fees, with pledges secured for measures. Legislators warn such increases could add millions to annual state expenditures when the session opens Jan 5.
The Holy Office, in Rome, issued a decree calling on Catholic bishops to watch the Y M C A for propagating indifferentism and apostasy. It states the organization is upheld by many Catholics unaware of its nature and that it corrupts the faith of youths.
Chicago December 23 County Clerk Robert Sweitzer urged the Finance Committee to raise marriage license fees to $3, matching dog licenses. He argued newlyweds in their joy would not object to a higher fee. The report notes a marriage permit currently costs $1.50. John E Robbins and wife to John E Reiner 100 acres near Millhousen valued at $8,000.
The wedding of Rollin Reed of Greensburg and Dora Garnett Lester of Indianapolis was announced. Reed, a WWII veteran and former Greensburg banker now auditor at People's State Bank, will reside in Indianapolis with Miss Lester. They plan to spend Christmas with Reed's parents in Greensburg after the ceremony at Dec 14.
Tonight in the hall at Adams the annual Christmas tree and community entertainment will be held. A hundred dollars in treats will be distributed to local children, funded by contributions led by the M. E. church and the Odd Fellows with ten dollars each, plus broader civic giving.
Mrs. E. C. Rumpler reveals most standing committees for 1921 of the Indiana Federation of Clubs. Greensboro club women join the lists with district chairman Mrs. John F. Goddard and local members Mrs. John Hornung, Mrs. Edward Owens, Mrs. D. W. Weaver in education, conservation, and legislation departments.
Friends and neighbors of Mr. and Mrs. John Beeson gave them a Christmas gift of 169.70 dollars in cash last night. Mr Beeson who recently suffered a paralytic stroke remains about the same in condition.
Letts hosts a farmers short course January 19 20 and 21 with a Purdue University extension head George M. Frier noting a splendid program has been prepared.
In Lafayette Indiana December 23 1919 Charles A Buck faced an indictment for assault with intent to kill after shooting his brother William Buck who trespassed on Buck land. The pair long had bitter enmity but reconciled during Christmas spirit and the case was dismissed in circuit court.
The C. W. Willard Bible Class of the Baptist Sunday School met Tuesday afternoon at Mrs Marsh McCormick's home and elected officers. President Mrs Ed Shields. first VP Mrs Frank Landig. second VP Mrs Hugh Taylor. secretary Mrs Marsh McCormack. assistant secretary Mrs Albert Hahn. treasurer Mrs Frank Short. assistant treasurer Mrs Lewis Kretzmier. Committees named include Music Flower Sick Membership Social. About twenty members attended and the class voted Christmas donations for three local families and a subscription to the Armenian fund.
Physicians in Washington ordered hospital treatment for Senator James E Watson of Indiana after intestinal trouble. Attendants hope several weeks in hospital will avoid an operation, and the illness caused him to cancel a planned conference with President-elect Harding in Marion.
Theodore N. Taylor and Miss Mary Mathews were married this morning at eleven o'clock by Squire Creath. They both hail from Downeyville and plan to settle on a local farm.
Mrs Emma Sells Marshall of Topeka Kansas recently received a letter said to be twenty three and a half feet long while her daughter is on tour in Asia.
For sale a sturdy seven room frame house with 1 to 2 acres of ground on East Main Street listed by Habig Agency. Details include solid construction and ample yard space offered through local real estate listing.
For sale pure bred Bronze turkeys offered by Will Miller in Newpoint Indiana R R 1. The advertisement lists poultry breeders and a rural route contact for buyers seeking bronze turkeys in the area.
A fragmentary notice from East St. Louis reports a victim of a use accident, with Mrs. Elfrida Garri receiving word about an uncle and funeral arrangements for Palmer Young. The text also mentions a wife and Arnold tied to the incident, but details are incomplete.
A draft plan outlines establishing a state police force to work from centralized headquarters. It envisions patrols across towns and reliance on state supervision to handle traffic and criminal activity. Proponents argue a unified force will curb crime, though critics fear loss of local control.
The Greensburg community mourns S. Zeller who died after a nervous illness. Born April 26 in Greensburg to the Zoller family, he lived in Cincinnati and Greensburg, was connected with Minear & Reiter dry goods and later the lumber trade. He leaves a wife, Miles and Albert Zoller, a sister Mrs Tig, and other relatives. Funeral services were planned at the family home.
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