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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1916
Page
2
The Greenburg Indiana post office lists the Old Reliable Republican Paper of Decatur County as second class matter. Subscription pricing shows one year out of county at $1.25 and in county at $1.50. advance payment required.
Late reports from St. Louis indicate German forces endured heavy losses in the great naval battle of May 31 amid wartime prosperity expectations. The scene hints at shifting momentum toward Allied strengths as war news filters through.
A historical remark cites Fairbanks as a benchmark, arguing that if it secured second in 1904 it should now qualify for first. The line reflects a mindset valuing consistent top placement and endurance of prestige.
Col. E. P. Thayer of Greenfield is described as assistant sergeant at arms and is said to be running the Chicago convention. The colonel is well known locally.
The English mourn a severe loss with the death of Lord Kitchener, a military genius whose fame was world wide. His absence will be hard to fill for England and its defense.
The first major naval clash proves Germans as formidable at sea as on land, praising the Kaiser's military organization as a global marvel.
Former Iowa congressman N. E. Kendall of Albia will nominate Senator A. B. Cummins for president, with fellow townsman P. T. Lambert noted as a longtime resident.
A short course for playground workers runs June 12 to July 1 at Benjamin Harrison School in Indianapolis. Greensburg should have representation in this program.
The Prohibition convention is in session at Indianapolis today with a state ticket to be nominated and the campaign to begin. J. Raymond Smith has been re elected state chairman.
The speaker asks if the Democratic Party will endorse a one term presidency echoing 1912 convention rhetoric. The remark notes public reception of that stance as potentially signaling a single term as sufficient.
The Irish people schedule Saturday June 10 for Irish Relief Day at Madison Square Gardens in New York City where organizers expect the largest Celtic gathering ever under one roof.
With Roosevelt and Hughes clashing in New York the Eastern contest looks bleak for a nominee. The piece highlights Burton Fairbanks Sherman and Cummins as viable contenders from the Middle West suggesting Fairbanks as the strongest choice among them.
The paper extols Greensburg as a trading center where up-to-date business men meet all local needs. It urges residents to trade at home, praising fair prices and quality goods to boost the city’s economy.
The text asserts the Democratic Party will nominate Woodrow Wilson in St Louis next week. It claims he is unpopular yet indispensable to avoid rejection of the administration and insists the party must endorse him despite discontent. The tone suggests an inevitable process with limited alternatives.
The writer notes ten cent sugar signals ongoing high living costs and prompts frugal home fruit preservation. They blame war pressures and a Democratic tariff law for sugar industry decline and price rises, arguing output cuts followed policy shocks.
The Chicago Republican convention faces a large field of candidates and may require many ballots to decide. The nominee may not be named until late Friday or Saturday, but officials promise a worthy leader who will be elected in November.
DePauw University announces gifts totaling 244000 dollars. Edward C. Rector of Chicago contributes 100000 dollars for a new dormitory. The Studebakers of South Bend donate 50000 dollars for an administration building. Indiana residents celebrate the school’s growth and Christian influence.
Chicago dispatch says Indiana’s candidate leads among delegates nationwide and gains strength daily. He will win more first ballot votes than any rival in the Middle West as thousands of Indiana men in Chicago this week rally behind Fairbanks.
The speech by Senator Warren G. Harding at the Chicago convention frames him as a leading advocate of Americanism preparedness and Republican doctrine. He is described as widely popular with many friends who would back his presidential bid.
Excess rainfall in recent days slows farmers as they wait for clear weather to plow, cut clover hay, and prepare for wheat harvest. The farmer anticipates a two month period of peak activity once conditions improve.
Yuan Shi Kai, president of the Chinese republic, died after months of poor health. He led China’s 400 million people toward nationhood, with Li Yuan Hung, his vice president, poised to succeed him.
In Chicago leaders work to unite the party promising strong service and signs point to a re unified party. The likely outcome is victory in November for foes of Wilson policies.
James A. Hemenway of Boonville a former U S senator is chosen Republican national committeeman from Indiana by the state delegates meeting without opposition at 10:50 this morning.
The piece recalls the long history of U.S. preparedness questions from 1812 through the Civil War era. It notes neglect before the War of 1812 and prior to the Civil War, followed by resolve after early defeats leading to eventual success at Appomattox.
President Madison tells Congress in his November 5 1811 message that cannon and small arms production is strong and munitions are adequate for emergencies. He adds that Congress should authorize an enlargement to be ready for all contingencies as war with Britain seemed inevitable.
President Madison proposes Congress provide for longer regular troop enlistments and a more limited term auxiliary force. He urges acceptance of volunteer corps eager for urgent service and preparation of the broader militia to match its capacities.
President Madison's recommendations guided victory on land and sea. Andrew Jackson, known as Old Hickory, delivered the final blows at the Battle of New Orleans taking Packenham's sword and securing U S independence as an impregnable fact.
A Cincinnati Commercial Tribune editorial urges the President and Congress to consult Madison's messages and imitate his decisive approach. Madison is praised as a man of action, and the piece argues such decisiveness is needed in current governance.
Greensburg Lodge 148 K of P will observe its annual memorial day on Sunday June 11 at 2 p m in the K of P Theatre. A march to South Park cemetery will follow with ritualistic ceremonies and an address by Hon Fred S Purnell of Attica.
Sufferers of rheumatism kidney disorders and high uric acid are invited to request a generous free trial treatment of Chronicure by mail. The offer includes references and full particulars at no charge. Chronicure cleanses the blood and addresses the cause, serving as a tonic for weak run-down systems. Send today to Mrs. Am Summers 131 E. Washington Avenue South Bend Indiana.
The Columbus Herald cites Prosecutor Lewis A. Harding threatening to sue under the corrupt practices act after the Greensburg Review published commentary on liquor-law enforcement. The piece alleges leniency toward violators and accuses Harding of seeking political advantage.
Greensburg Lodge Knights of Pythias plans a special meeting on Thursday June 15 to celebrate growth past five hundred members. Charles J. Dowden Keeper of Records would host with Grand Keeper Robert A. Brown and Grand Chancellor Charles F. Remy expected. Twelve candidates will receive the third rank as Grand Lodge officers attend and speak.
The Indianapolis News highlights Greensburg participants at the Chicago convention. Web Woodfill pushes two hour clocks back for more daylight, Polk Thomson seeks banquet spots, Bert Morgan leads Greensburg Fourth district, with other Greensburg figures like Dave Blackmore and Dave Myers noted among handshakers and attendees.
Knights of Pythids call members to Castle Hall next Sunday June 11 at 1 30 p m for annual memorial and decoration services. Every Knight urged to attend. Visitors invited to meet with us C R Howe C C C J Dowden K R S8.
The Humane Society of Greensburg reported good work at last night’s meeting. Relief cases were noted and a stronger organization will handle future cruelty cases. The society is chartered and certified. Executive committee Dr. I. B. Levy, Joe Strasburger, and Charles Erdmann are vested with police powers. New members bring total to 43: Edwin M. Beck, Dr. P. C. Bentle, C. H. Daimbert, E. J. Dils, J. F. Russell, Mrs. Ervin Logan, Mrs. Frank Rankin, Mrs. I. M. Sanders, Miss Ruby Emmert. Next meeting set for July 11.
John McLaughlin lifelong county resident dies at James Randall summer camp near Union at 4 p m Tuesday after a lingering illness. He was born in 1833 and survived by wife Louise Ricketts and five children Edward Indianapolis Naomi Nathaniel Robbins Mollie Shafer James Randall. Funeral Thursday at 2 00 p m with Rev J B Lathrop and J H Doddridge officiating at South Park cemetery.
Early morning collision at the Albert Barnes farm east of the city involved Orrin Farlow driving a Dart car for Corbett Roche causing damage to a two vehicles. McCracken riding in an Inter State machine avoided the crash by backing away from the driveway when Farlow lost control. repair work underway at the McCracken garage.
A Greensburg resident, Mrs. Isgregg, describes years of backache headaches and dizziness improved by Dean's Kidney Pills from Henry & Co.'s Drug Store. The ad urges readers to trust the Buffalo company product and price of 50 cents.
An accident occurred when Farlow misjudged distance and struck the Mec k Cracken machine grazing a gatepost. The collision damaged the fenders of a car owned by Corbett and Roche, causing notable harm in the incident.
Bert Morgan Dr C C McCoy and D M Blackmore lead the Decatur county Republicans to Chicago to back Charles W Fairbanks for the presidential nomination. Fairbanks camp says Indiana has a strong chance and boosters will seek support from the South including South Carolina. Additional delegates depart Monday night.
8S. O. Norris and family of Milroy faced a close call near Fourth and Main yesterday. While dodging a freight train they ran their machine into the curb and up against a tree to avoid striking the Innis-Pearce & Company truck in Rushville.
Evansville swimmer known as Kid Brock announces a solo crossing of the Ohio River from Evansville to Henderson Kentucky, a twelve mile distance, set for next Sunday in the hopes of an endurance record.
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