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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1909
Page
8
In a signed interview Rev J Frederick Rake pastor of the First Baptist church of Crawfordsville condemns dancing as ruinous to society and Christian life. He claims the dance is public silliness and a health risk, urging licensing like a saloon and labeling dancers a dead weight to the church.
At the annual Electric Medical Association meeting in Indianapolis a resolution supported liquid drug preparations while stopping short of condemning tablets. Dr. Brose Horn of Gas City criticized tablet use in his paper The Decline of Medicine, arguing liquid medicines are superior and tablets often fail to deliver results.
A terse market line notes Paris Green at four cents a pound sold by Batterton's. The fragment hints at a notice of chemical pricing likely for agricultural use, with minimal additional context.
Isaac Clements son of the late Isaac Clements and Nancy died May 31 in Danville Illinois from Brights disease at age seventy two. He was born near Brookville lived in Blooming Grove and Laurel where he attended local schools and later DePauw University. He taught, practiced law in Carbondale, served in the Civil War, was elected to Congress in 1872, and held several state and pension roles. He leaves a widow three sons and two sisters.
Shadrack H. Armstrong advertises coal oil at 15 cents a gallon and offers broom corn tying, corn crushing on Thursdays, turkey pickup, horse shoeing, watch and pistol repair, shoeing and repairs, umbrella and ax handle work, music lessons, enlargements, hot tamale and hair oil, haircuts on Saturdays, livestock sale, and agency for wagon hoist and tobacco duster. Solicits cash upfront. attorney Rafe Langston noted. Owensboro Inquirer.
A Courier Journal opinion notes that journalism requires moral and intellectual freedom. It condemns sensationalism and false news, blaming smug traditions and ink myths for shaping public opinion. It warns against contemptible tactics and urges truth for truth's sake in reporting.
Notice to contractors to inspect plans and specifications for the proposed Sardinia school building addition at the trustee's office. Bids to be opened Thursday June 17, 1909. John G. Evans trustee Jackson Township.
A dated poem about a man who loans a friend a dollar and loses the friendship when the loan creates expectation. The piece reflects on how money can strain ties and tests the value of companionship. The narrator laments how reliance on cash erodes trust and loyalties between friends.
The Greensburg post office reports a sharp rise in business on its thirteen rural mail routes during March April and May compared with prior records. A concise summary presents three items detailing the gains and implications for service.
The Washington township public schools held their commencement at Eagle’s Hall. Senator E E Moore of Connersville gave the class address as the event drew a larger crowd than in previous years. The program included an invocation, music, diploma presentations by John W Craig, Moore’s address, and a benediction. Class roll lists Joe L Black Glen Downs Gladys Coles Howard Moss Roscoe Otterstetter and Frank Ricke.
Indiana county fairs are scheduled across several towns this year. North Vernon runs July 27 to 30, Edinburg July 21 to 23, Osgood August 3 to 6, Greensburg August 17 to 20, Rushville August 24 to 27, Franklin August 25 to 27, Lawrenceburg August 5 to 7, Connersville August 31 to September 3, and Shelbyville hosts races August 31 to September 4.
Dr J B Kinsinger osteopathic physician, graduate of the American School of Osteopathy Kirksville MO, declares many ills once treated by old methods yield to true osteopathy. Office in Hamilton Block Greensburg IN hours 9 to 4 on Tuesday and Saturday phone 433 consultation free.
The Zeppelin airship under Count von Zeppelin descended near Göppingen on its return from Bitterfeld to Friedrichshafen. A damaged nose due to a tree strike required repairs before resuming the homeward voyage, which spanned about thirty seven hours and 800 miles with a crew of nine. The trip aimed for Berlin to meet Emperor William but ended at Bitterfeld as gas was lost and a return was chosen.
The missionary societies of Presbyterian churches in Decatur county met at Forest Hill yesterday with strong attendance. The program included devotions, an annual report titled What a Missionary Society Does for the Community by Miss Camilla Donnell, music by Mrs. W. F. Scoular and the Forest Hill band, recitations, a nominating committee report, a Schools of India talk by Mrs. C. C. Meek, and a letter from Miss Gavin followed by a collection and adjournment. Mrs. David Ardery presided with Mrs. Epper serving as secretary.
Medical note advises mothers to apply Chamberlain's Salve to sore nipples after nursing and wipe away before the infant nurses. Cited use by trained nurses with best results. Sold by all druggists. ml
A brief verse fragment describes a man proposing to a maiden who remains silent and shakes her head, yet the speaker feels overwhelming happiness at the scene. The piece ends with a call to bring job work to the office and notes reasonable prices.
Creditors and heirs of John F Fremont deceased are summoned to Decatur Circuit Court in Greensburg Indiana on June 24 19 to show cause why final settlement accounts should not be approved. Heirs must prove heirship and receive distributive shares. Almon S Creath administrator Goddard and Craig attorneys June 2 1909.
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