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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1905
Page
2
A fiscal notice outlines terms for one year in the county and one year out of the county. A delinquency clause states an amount of $1.50 if not paid in advance, with an asset of 681.00 and 1,25 noted in the record.
Col M D Tackett a Greensburg native and longtime lawyer was elected Commander of the Indiana Department of the Grand Army of the Republic on the first ballot at Madison. A large local turnout accompanied a special train carrying Pap Thomas Post No 5 and others, marking Decatur County’s historic honor and a major community celebration. Tackett, born Oct 26 1841 near Greensburg, served in the Civil War, held multiple public roles, and is expected home soon to receive well wishers.
Col. Ed Wolf of Rushville and Burk Wright of Madison worked hard for Commander Tackett. Wright, now County Treasurer and a former Greensburg dry goods clerk of Cap McLaughlin, has warm regard for Greensburgers.
The Indiana Retail Furniture Dealers Association adopts resolutions condemning mail order advertising and catalog seller tactics. They urge distribution through jobbers and retailers to protect consumer trust, noting manufacturers risk losing control to catalog houses and urging quality over cheapness.
The President issues a dispatch urging direct peace negotiations between Russia and Japan. He stresses shared ties of friendship and the world’s welfare, arguing the war’s progress is halted and urging a settlement for humanity. The message signals a major diplomacy effort.
A witty dialogue presents motley advice from a range of objects. The Spinx, a Pencil, a Window, and others offer maxims such as Push, Take pains, Stay cool, and Be sharp in dealings. The piece uses a humorous personification to convey work ethic and focus.
J F Deem Trustee of Washington township will be at his office in Goddard Deem s livery stable West Main street every day to transact the duties of his office Toad and school matters special on Saturdays.
Three ailments sprained ankle stiff neck and lame shoulder are cited as common problems for which Chamberlain's Pain Balm offers quick relief. The ad claims prompt application saves time money and suffering and notes sale at Batterton's drug store.
In the matter of the estate of Thomas Kitchin deceased the circuit court June term 1905 will hear final settlement accounts filed by Joseph B Kitchin and Frank B Kitchin as executors with the will annexed on June 29 1905. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why the accounts should not be approved. Clerk Myron C Jenicins. Greensburg Indiana June 6 1905.
A discussion on what singers will be engaged this year at the Metropolitan Opera House and which works they will perform. The piece contrasts American audiences with European standards, noting that while American opera is grand and brilliant in singing, it lacks the Viennese ideal under Mahler for overall artistry.
The French soldier enjoys the best bed among European soldiers with a wood or iron bedstead, straw bed, wool mattress, sheets, a brown woolen coverlet and an extra quilt for cold weather. Russians have moved to ordinary beds with camp beds or now standard beds while Germans use simple straw beds without sheets. The French peasant bed is also praised as the best in Europe.
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