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Newspaper

Greensburg Standard

Location

Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 09, 1922

Page

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Decatur Court Session Records 1822 Old Proceedings

The Decatur Circuit court met at the house of Thom ricks on East Central avenue in April and October 1822. Indictments for assault led to fines and the formation of local court organization by Martin Adkins and John Fu with Sheriff William Ross.

Phe Decatur Redding Decatur County Patrick Hodson Isaac Parnail William Jop Lodwick Cook Matthias Red- David Stout Abraham Miller eKay McCarty Martin Adkins John Fu J. Jennings Ary H. Talbott Wiliam Ross Bot Eli A. Hopkins Talcott Signea Thomas Hendricks William

WTLERVILLE BOY TAKES HIS LIFE

McDowell aged nineteen of Butlerville Jennings County took his life Monday by tying a revolver with a string and discharging it. Relatives thought he had gone hunting until the gunshot was heard. The young man had been distressed for several days and a funeral was held at Butterville. Charles Anderson of Sardinia attended as a county relative. He was regarded as of good habits and well thought of in the community.

McDowell Butlerville Jennings Butterville Charles Anderson Sardin

Man Missing From Town After Stock Preparations

Hampton, 38, long employed by Frank Sefton, disappeared at dawn while returning from stock preparations three miles outside town. A search found no trace. his wife and three children remain. no clear cause or motive emerged. Gov ken and other details unclear.

Hampton Frank Sefton Thempton Kene

Jemnieton Business Profile Shaped by Indianapolis Today

A fragment notes Jemnieton as a business profile in Indianapolis today, highlighting its role in local commerce and community activity. The readable portion points to a business presence influencing the urban economy.

Jemnieton Indianapolis

Boys Returned to Their Homes

Louis Schafetz, 14, and Ernie Kelinholz, 13, of Cincinnati who ran away were picked up by Sheriff Harry Braden and sent back to Cincinnati on the 1.07 train this afternoon. Braden received a call from Cincinnati to send the boys home and meet them at the train. They had been en route to Chicago when detained.

Louis Schafetz Ernie Kelinholz Cincinnati Harry Braden Mr. Braden Chicago

Loiterers Given Work Chance After Court Hearing

Five men held on loitering and train riding charges appeared before Mayor Jenkins. G. W. Vincent of West Virginia was released and headed to Cincinnati for aid. John Berry of Cincinnati, 62, said lack of work due to age motivated his actions. John Minyx of Louisville sought court permission to telegraph for release funds. Charles O'Donnell of Piqua and William Willis of St Paul were offered road work instead of state farm detention.

Jenkins G. W. Vincent West Virginia Cincincinnati Ncip John Berry Cincinnati Vincent Berry John Minyx Louisville The Hamilton Charles O'Donnell Piqua William Willis St. Paul State Farm

Waldron home trustees plan expansion and fund drive

The Delos Thompson home for aged women at Waldron met in semi annual session. The building committee was told to add several rooms to the home and Miss Jessie Eubank was named state manager of a fundraising campaign to enlarge the endowment and extend the institution’s service.

Delos Thompson Home For Waldron Board of Trustees Jessie Eubank

Aged Woman Dies East of Town at 78

Mrs. Margaret Maple Littell aged 78 died yesterday at her Smiths Crossing home seven miles east of Greensburg. Widow of E. R. Littell she leaves son Dr. Willis Littell of Cambridge City and daughter Mrs George Kercheval of Indianapolis. She had lived with family until April and will be buried at the home with Rev. A. H. Pitkin officiating at 1:30 Thursday afternoon.

Margaret Maple Littell Smith’s Crossing Greensburg E. R. Littell Willis Littell Cambridge City George Kercheval Indianapolis Rev A. H. Pitkin

Adams Social Notes Prompt Quiet Day Visits

Mrs. Albert Boling spent the day with friends in Adams. Mrs. Edna Taylor and her son Harry spent the day with relatives in Adams.

Albert Boling Adams Edna Taylor Harry

Predicted Strike Over Railroad Wage Cuts

Labor leaders gathered in Cincinnati after eleven unions vote overwhelmingly for a strike over a 169 million dollar wage cut. They expect a possible national railroad shutdown as machinists boilermakers and other workers prepare ballots due June 30. They compare payroll losses to railroad profits and urge public opinion to back the workers.

Lawrence Martin United Press Cincinnati United States Railroad Labor Board B. M. Jewell American Federation of Labor Samuel Gompers Jewell William Johnson Mechanists’ Union Labor Board

Wheat Harvest Commences Today in Indiana and Texas

In Vincennes Indiana fields the first wheat harvests began as the season opens. Labor Secretary Davis announced emergency efforts to recruit farm hands nationwide, with employment offices opened to deploy workers across the wheat belt. Harvesting has started in Texas and will move northward, with daily wages from 5 to 4 dollars and board.

Vincennes Ind Knox County Indiana Washington Labor Department Davis Texas

Wert to Visit Indianapolis Guests of Cham bers

S. S. Wert left this morning for Indianapolis to spend several days as the guest of Mr. and Mrs. Aldo Chambers.

T. S. Wert Indianapolis Aldo Chambers

Mrs Will Stevens And Daughter Visit Capital

Mrs Will Stevens and her daughter Miss Elizabeth spent the day in the capital sightseeing and attending events, enjoying a brief official visit.

Will Stevens Elizabeth Capital

Southern Indiana Baseball League dissolves after meeting

The Southern Indiana Baseball League ended after a meeting at the Eagles hall this afternoon. A vote of 4 to 3 favored the present organization, but a final message announced its dissolution. Greensburg has scheduled games in town against Shelbyville on June 11, Brookville on June 18, and Batesville on June 25.

Southern Indiana Baseball League Eagles’ Hall Greenwood Greensburg Shelbyville Brookville Batesville

Hinder Service by Phone Calls During Greensburg Fire

Citizens delaying fire alerts by ringing phones hinder Greensburg operators. Last Saturday at the Model Laundry fire on West Sheridan street many lines were tied up as bystanders inquired about the blaze. Officials urge residents to refrain from calls until after the alarm and to allow the telephone to reach those needed for firefighting.

Greensburg Fire Department of Fire West Sheridan Street

Triplettes Bid To Reunion At Newcastle

The Campbell triplets twelve year old sons of Walter Campbell and wife receive an invitation to the third annual twin reunion at Memorial Park Stop 40 Honey Bee Newcastle Indiana. The event on Sunday June 11 1922 will feature prizes for youngest and oldest pairs and a full all day program. Guests are asked to bring well filled baskets and twins are urged to attend.

Campbell Walter Campbell West of Town Newcastle Memorial Park Honey Bee Indiana Caroline Coffin See Ind

Bernelle Turner Visits Adams Resident Family

Bernelle Turner returned to her home in Adams after a few days visit with Mrs. Edna Taylor and family on East Main Street.

Bernelle Turner Adams Edna Taylor East Main Street

Greensburg Night Places Offer Regular Prayer and Local Venues

In Greensburg this week residents can attend regular weekly prayer services at Elks and Haymakers venues while cultural options include South Side Theatre and K. of P. Theatre.

Elks Haymakers South Side Theatre K. of P. Theatre

Indiana Forecast: Partly Cloudy and Warm

The forecast for Indiana calls for partly cloudy and unsettled conditions tonight and Thursday with continued warm temperatures.

Indiana

Robbers Try Forced Entry At W H Robbins Wholesale

Robbers using a heavy tire tool and fire attempted to force entry through the front door of the W. H. Robbins wholesale grocery house between two and daybreak. The lock was not fully forced and employees found no stock missing. Police suspect local culprits or a passing railroad crew. no clues to identities exist. Three months earlier the firm was robbed of cigarettes and a Buick car was stolen from Privett garage.

W. H. Robbins Albert Jacobs Thomas L. Johnston Johnston W. S. Johnston Privett Cincinnati

Glick Testifies in Federal Auto Theft Case

James T. Glick, a city restaurant proprietor, testified in federal court as a defendant in the auto theft ring case. He described lending money to Humbert, taking a Hudson car as collateral, and helping sell cars for an alleged Chicago-based operation. Cross examination touched on Humbert's alias Paul Renner and further associations. Mr. and Mrs. Wyant and Mrs. Sandig visited Franklin to see Ed Ware.

James T. Glick Andersen Chicago Indiana Tennessee Glick Charles K. Bagot Anderson Humbert Hudson John Homer Elliott Paul Renner Amn

Flags Burned as Confederate Veteran Ordered Out of Town

Confederate veteran J H Griffin aged about 76, born in Belfast 1844, was told to leave after a Confederate flag tied to the Louisiana Tigers was torn down and burned on courthouse steps. Griffin claimed Civil War service and Spanish American War service, but provided no papers. he headed to Cincinnati at 1 07 p m amid World War I vets escort.

J. H. Griffin Louisiana Tigers Griffin Belfast Ireland Smith Bull Run Shiloh Port Hickey Vicksburg Rock Island Second Louisiana Artillery Taylor F. Meek Frank Marlin John Boy J. C. Barbe Brumfield Turter West Court House Cincinnati U. S. Navy Rainbow Atlanta

Bakers Meet at Rushville in Indiana Association

About fifty bakers from zones 12 and 13 of the Indiana Bakers Association will meet in Rushville on Wednesday evening June 14. The gathering includes speakers Eugene Quigg of Richmond, president of the state association, and A L Taggart of Indianapolis after the dinner. The zones cover Decatur Shelby Fayette and Rush counties.

Indiana Baker’s Association Rushville Decatur Shelby, Fayette Rush Eugene Quigg Richmond State Association A. L. Taggart Indianapolis

Local Indiana University grads announced today

Three students from Decatur county receive diplomas at the memorial commencement. Ira B. Hamilton earns Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Finance and led the Indiana chapter of Sigma Chi. James H. Meyer graduates from the law school after notable debating activity. Miss Myra Murphy, daughter of Mr and Mrs Mason Murphy, contributed to college publications during four years at Eis.

Indiana University Decatur County Ira B. Hamilton James H. Meyer Newpoint Myra Murphy Hamilton Indiana Sigma Chi Meyer Miss Murphy Mason

Men's Club Meets Tonight at Church Basement Luncheon

The Christian church Men's Club will meet in the basement at 6:39 tonight for the final season luncheon. All church members and friends are invited to hear Rev. Frank E. Davidson of Indianapolis speak. A fee of 25 cents covers a fifty-cent meal.

The Christian Church Frank E. Davidson Indianapolis

Bond Debt Is Retired Today in City Finance

City officials retired a bonded debt of 6500 tied to the 1912 issue for the high school site. Bonds, due at once, were funded under the Mendenhall administration. Site purchased from Orlando Doles. city clerk Walter Crisler and City Attorney Hamilton oversaw the retirement.

Mendenhall Orlando Doles Walter Crisler Hamilton

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Ecatur Court Tery Wtlerville de McDowell Margaret Littell Son Labor ‘Dept Bulletin Telephone Company Thomas Triplettes Reunion ROB Robbins C. F. Wyant Frank Sandig Franklin Ed Ware John H. Griffin Bakers Masons Kessingsite Kessing Franklin Street Nelson Mowrey Temple Committee Do. F. Wyant D. W. Weaver Locke Bracken R. C. Se Masonic Temple Association J. W. Rucker W. C. Pulse I. D. Braden O. M. Evans H. L. Gaines W. C. Ehrhardt Greensburg Lodge Highes Point E. F E. Doles J. C. Crews D. W.weaver Orlando Delos
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