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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1925
Page
3
A flue fire at G. O. Barnard's residence on Stewart and North streets caused smoke to rise from the roof around 1:50 pm. Firefighters arrived quickly, used chemicals to extinguish the blaze, and opened the roof to reach flames. Water damage affected a rug, furniture, and the ceiling. Barnard carried insurance on the house.
Mrs Sarah Waite aged 82 died at six this morning at her son James Leed’s home six miles south of Westport. Death followed a fractured hip from a fall about a week earlier. Survived by two sons James Leed of Westport and another son in Williamsburg Ohio. Remains to be shipped to Williamsburg tomorrow at 1 PM for funeral and burial.
Walter Richey of Milroy and brother in law of Mrs. Frank Schilley sustained serious injuries Monday when he fell through an open trap door at the Milroy grain elevator. He suffered a broken collar bone a broken shoulder blade and multiple fractured ribs. The accident echoes a prior incident at the same elevator about three years ago.
Ruth Cutsinger vs Elmer Pruitt for damages arising from Oscar Cutsinger murder was compromised Monday in Shelbyville and moved from Gheensburg due to venue change. Plaintiff sought 10000 dollars but defendant’s mortgaged land could not cover claims. Pruitt, serving a life sentence, offered to deed the land to Mrs Cutsinger and her children and the offer was accepted.
Anna Kessler sues George Kessler requesting divorce and custody of their fourteen year old son Ernest. She alleges repeated cruelty and a violent temper, saying she was struck and knocked down on multiple occasions. She seeks five thousand dollars alimony and five hundred dollars annually for Ernest's support. the couple married in 1909 and separated in September.
A letter from Grace Van Buskirk to the News reports she and Henry Hodges moved from Mukilteo to Everett. Hodges sold his dairy farm ten miles south of Everett and plans a quiet life. Dr. Forrest West and family, former Greensburg residents, also live in Everett with Hodges' son Kenneth and his family.
James Maxwell fell ill at his Spring Hill home and was rushed to Rushville hospital where surgeons Dr. Clark, Dr. Beall, and Dr. Green performed an operation last evening. He passed a restful night and was reported to be improving. His brother John Maxwell of Washington, Pennsylvania, was summoned today.
At tomorrow night’s regular meeting the local K P lodge will install officers for the new year. Officers include C C Orville Holmes, YV C Rollin Meek, Prelate Harvey Cartee, M of A Joe Galbraith, M of F William Swails, M of FE Robert Woodfill, K of R S Lavelle Hamilton, I G C C William Holscher, Trustee Marsh McCormack, Med. examiner H S McKee, M of W Ben Lawson. Trustees will also elect to fill the vacancy from Lemuel P Dobyns’s death.
James E. McCracken files suit in Squire Holmes court against Albert Christian and the Big Four Ry for account and garnishment. Demand $50. Trial set for January 19.
Anthony Habig filed a reappraisement of a parcel valued at 150 dollars in the Rose Puttmann Santen et al v Clyde E Puttmann matter. The sale report showing 155 dollars to Clyde E Puttmann was approved and deed ordered. The suit seeks partition and quiet title.
In loving memory of Mary F Snell who died one year ago today January 3 H C Snell and daughters note the anniversary with fond remembrance and family tribute.
Mr and Mrs T E Benton hosted an oyster supper Monday night with guests Dr Wood and wife of Westport Frank Elliott and daughter Marie Grace Benton Georgia Carr and Miss Ellen Lehman attended. Mrs Steuben Pleak celebrated her husband’s birthday with a gathering of Benton family and Eleanor Benton Also Nellie White Nina Porterfield Mary Carr Gladys Bliton Della Bliton Dorothy Barnett and Georgia Carr attended Mrs Harry Carr hosted a New Year’s Day dinner for her Sunday school class including Opal Johnson and the other young women T E Benton and Mrs Benton family plans include college return trips for Marvin Davis Tracey Elliott Lester Beesley Delgar Hockersmith and Georgia Carr to Franklin and DePauw.
Marriage licenses issued today allow Frank Wilmer to marry Elsie Kuntz and Casper Wilmer to marry Marie Kuntz. The brides are daughters of John Kuntz of Greensburg.
The Modern Woodmen lodge has relocated to the E. A. Rankin block on the east side of the public square after previously occupying a room on North Broadway.
A remark notes that only a fraction of mechanical patents achieve value, suggesting that merely applying for a patent does not guarantee usefulness or impact. The statement emphasizes selectivity in pursuing patent-worthy inventions and practical utility over novelty alone.
Westport notes report Ben Stott the butcher cut his hand and a new butcher arrives soon to help. A big New Year's dinner at the Baptist church is hosted by church ladies. Mrs Leona Henderson and her son Glenn visit from Indianapolis. Eight New Year basketball games are played. Dr. McGuire improves. The Christian church moves preaching to the second and fourth Sundays. Several locals and visitors are mentioned with holiday gatherings and relocations.
Twenty five years ago on Thursday the Indianapolis and Greenwood electric line ran its first regular car to the city. The trip carried Joseph I. Irwin Z. T. Sweeney and son and Charles F. Coffin of Columbus on a flawless run with a brief stop at Meridian and Washington streets before returning to Greenwood.
Anna E Brunker born July 19 1861 in Decatur County Indiana died December 26 1924 at her Sandusky Indiana home aged 63 years 5 months and 7 days. She married William Brunker on December 24 1884 and had six children three preceded her. Survived by husband Grover of Cynthiana Ky daughters Mae Coy of Indianapolis and Thelma Marlow of Sandusky, two granddaughters Marjory Coy and Evelyn Lucile Marlow, sisters Mrs James Anderson and Mrs Chas Robbins and Mrs Jennie Garver, brothers John and Edward DeMoss, many neighbors and friends. She embraced Christianity early and remained devout. Her strength and devotion to family defined her life, and she bore years of affliction with fortitude. She is laid to rest with a line from Tennyson and a wish for reunion with a pilot face to face.
Edna Holcomb daughter of Joe Holcomb and his wife wed Anthel Shouter of near Flatrock last Sunday at the bride’s home. Mrs Charlie Blauvelt is on the sick list. Harper Pool home south of Mapleton church burned last Wednesday night. Sam Elliott of Westport hauling logs from John Maddux farm. Otis Maddux and wife moved to Greensburg Thursday. William Lewis Holcomb sick. Elisha Lunchford improving after a long illness.
The Greensburg Gun Club held an indoor rifle shoot at the National Guard Armory last night with fourteen members competing. The event featured improved lighting aiding accuracy and plans for weekly Friday night shoots as members remain enthusiastic.
Reverend H S Nickerson officiated a New Year’s Day double ceremony at his Noblesville home. Miss Norma Haymond wed Dr. Frank G. Hope of Bloomington and William G Zike of Greenfield married Edith L Higgins. Both brides are Indianapolis nurses with Waldron family ties.
Ellen Wicker undergoes surgery for acute appendicitis at Sexton sanitarium and is reported doing well. Various social visits mark holidays with LInville, Christian, Tucker, Linville, and Hite families in Greensburg Batesville Rushville and Columbus. Notable items include birthday dinner for Mr. Christian, travel of Opal Linville to Taylor University, and travel purchases by John and Paul Sidebottom.
Oliver Wolverton sues Harry Coulter for services rendered seeking 20 dollars with trial set for January 8. John Weber sues Thomas E. Day on account for 50 dollars with trial set for January 9.
Mr and Mrs Roscoe Whitlow of Evansville announce the birth of a fine baby girl on Christmas day. The former Miss Sophia Boyd of this city is the proud mother, with the father sharing in the joyous event.
Mr and Mrs Howard King of New Point welcomed a 9 pound baby boy born yesterday. The mother was formerly Miss Belle Hicks of Napoleon and sister of Miss Christine Hicks of this city.
Robert F. Donnell transfers one and a half acres near Spring Hill to Mary Eva Adams for five hundred fifty dollars. The brief conveyance notes the property description and payment amount.
Jacob S. Lee transfers a tract near Spring Hill for $550 to Mary Eva Adams, recorded as a private real estate conveyance. The item reflects a straightforward transfer with the stated consideration and location.
Relatives report the marriage of Kathleen Conner and Raymon Hunt both of Greeley Colorado. The bride is the daughter of Victor Conner and Elizabeth Hazelrigg before her marriage to George Conner of Noblesville. The couple will reside in Wichita Kansas where Mr Hunt teaches music.
Miss Minnie Meyer daughter of Mr and Mrs Crist Meyer of Napoleon and William D Mullen of Chicago plan a December 31 ceremony at St John Lutheran church Napoleon The double ring rite will be performed by Rev O B Langer A reception at the Thielbar home follows and the couple will honeymoon aboard the Chicago Tribune ship to Shelter Bay and northern Canada before settling in Chicago
Mrs. John Hess learns of the death of her cousin Mrs. Harry Satzinger at her El Paso home. The former city resident had moved to Texas two years ago for health reasons and left many relatives and friends in the area.
Albert Hornung of this city fractured his wrist when a Reo sedan driven by Robert A. McCoy skidded off the road near St. Omer yesterday morning about 11:30. Mrs. McCoy had minor bruises. Mr. McCoy was uninjured. The group was en route from Shelbyville to visit Miss Mabel McGill in Chicago. Hornung received treatment from Dr. I. M. Sanders and was resting easily today.
Funeral arrangements announced for Mrs. William Shaw born October 27 1857 in the county. She died Monday at 10 am at 204 South Wilder Street. Survivors include husband and two daughters Mrs. George Green and Mrs. Ellen Dart. Service set for 2 pm Thursday at Mrs. Green’s home on South Broadway with Rev Harry F Lett presiding.
Mrs J B Morgan of Greensburg area wins 23 ribbons at the Indiana state poultry show in Indianapolis. She takes multiple firsts and placings across Buff Rocks including Cocks and Hens with wins for Dillingham Sucrene farm Lucern farm and Joseph Van Ziegler. This marks her largest state show total and a proud record.
Mrs Emma Holcomb Williams 65 formerly Emma Holcomb born in Marion township left Decatur County in 1884 to Kansas died near Rage Kingman County Kans. Brother Daniel W Holcomb Marion township nephew John W Holcomb Prosecutor travels to Kansas with his son. She leaves three brothers Daniel Walter and Benjamin.
Prompt discovery saved the 12 room Miller residence six miles north of town as a fire from an overloaded gas grate spread to a dining room. George Richardson and family slept on the first floor. Mrs. Richardson woke to see flames and water from quick action kept damage limited. Insurance covers the loss.
Mrs. Caroline Miller widow of Theodore Miller and G A R veteran died at 11 30 this morning at 921 North Broadway after a three month illness. She was born near Greensburg September 17 1845 and lived in the county all her life. Surviving are three children Flora and Marshall Miller at home and Charles Miller of Indianapolis a brother Marshall Harrell of Letts and several grandchildren. Funeral Thursday at 2 p m at the home with burial in South Park.
Sheriff Otis E. Maddux announces Chesley Boicourt as his new deputy. Boicourt is described as a popular and efficient man for the post.
Mrs. W. F. Burns of Lafayette avenue, Columbus, was hospitalized after a heart attack in Greensburg Monday. She attended the Steckelmann funeral there and was en route home when the incident occurred. she is reported improving.
The infant daughter of Mr and Mrs Lewis Dautscher of St Paul died at birth and was buried. Tue afternoon Rev W C Watkins conducted the funeral service.
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