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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1920
Page
3
Warren G Harding, long time Ohio resident and publisher of The Marion Star, rose from farmer’s son to U.S. senator in 1914. The article traces his early life in Ohio and Pennsylvania, printing career, Marion ventures, and service in the Ohio legislature and U.S. Senate.
Hal Landers of Indianapolis urged Rotarians to defend constitutional ideals against radical currents. He warned monarchy and socialism had failed and praised government by the individual citizen. The outing planned for June 28 to Geneva will feature Rotarians from Greensburg and neighboring clubs traveling by car.
Dr. W H Reynolds pastor of Greensburg Presbyterian for twelve years will ask Whitewater Presbytery to dissolve his pastoral relation at a June 23 congregational meeting. Reynolds, a leading minister in the community, has accepted Liberty church’s call and will depart after relief from duties. Rev E LaRue of the Lib A Methodist church will assist in the transition.
Wanted farm or good land for sale. Please send price and description. Fall delivery. Address Jones Box 551 Olney Illinois. June 18 11 W.
Mrs Emmett Mann's daughter Helen and Willard Hart wed last Wednesday officiated by Rev Crane. The Arlingtons beat Batesville 9 to 3 in a Sunday baseball game. John H Wilker resigns as vice president of First National Bank after long service. Henry Cordes of Morris arrested for forgery involving Maurice Volz stock checks. Mrs Albert Zierer had surgery in Indianapolis and is recovering.
Greensburg Indiana lists five advertised letters including Janie Singleton Miss Lillie Spaulding Miss Hazel Van Sickle Mrs Paul Jones and Mrs Clara Smith. R RAY HAMILTON acting postmaster oversees the notice.
Richard Davis son of Mr and Mrs Elmer Davis has accepted a position as assistant physical director of the YMCA at Anderson Indiana. He resigns from a tractor company after several months in Anderson to take the new post with added responsibilities and a substantial increase in salary.
A heavy rain storm with lightning and wind struck Decatur County late yesterday afternoon causing electric and telephone outages with about 130 phones out of service. Interurban rail traffic was halted from 11 36 p m to 11 a m today as trees and debris blocked roads and silos toppled.
In Chicago's river a fleet of former war vessels lies as a memorial to Great Lakes naval history. U 97 and U 79 submarines, the Essex, Yantte, Hawk and six submarine chasers display past war service and fate. Two chasers sold for 12000 and 20000 dollars. originals cost about 90000 each.
Peter Teraska aged 80 a respected Westport citizen died suddenly at his home from heart trouble. He leaves a widow a daughter Mrs John Billieu of Westport and two sons Joseph and Edward Teraska of West Clinton. Funeral services by Rev George Swartz will be held Tuesday at 2 pm at the residence with interment in Westport cemetery. David McClintic of Burney and Mrs Helen Howe of Burney quietly married Saturday evening at Burney.
Oral D Headlee son of Mr and Mrs S Headlee of Adams and Miss Dora Pate of this city received a marriage license at the county clerk office and were married Saturday night at the Headlee home in a ceremony performed by Mr Headlee's father. The couple, with Headlee a blacksmith of Adams and Miss Pate well known locally, are greeted by many friends offering congratulations.
Hugh Manley was granted a divorce from Georgia Manley this morning. Costs of the suit will be paid by Mr. Manley according to the judgment by Judge Craig. John B. Finley, trustee of the estate of Benjamin Gosnell, filed a final report in the estate this morning.
An advertisement offers 10 by 14 inch portraits of beautiful girls in multiple colors. Priced at 20 cents each or six for a dollar with a money back guarantee. Agents sought and address listed as 1020 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Miers and daughter Helen from Columbia visit relatives. Howard Dean and family from Indianapolis spend weekend here. Mrs Edith Tomson and Jillian Emma return to Indianapolis after a visit with Mr and Mrs L T Howell. Dr Porter of Hartsville attends Delbert Sharp who is seriously ill. Mrs Mentor Luther visits Indianapolis and Lebanon. Miss Cleo Harker returns to Greensburg from visit with Miss Hester Minor. Miss Gladys Howell of Indianapolis vacationing with parents. Roy Herndon of Indianapolis visits his daughter. John Burney visits Greensburg on business. Floyd Minor and family and Tommie Hendrikson and family travel to Westport. Sunday Baptist services well attended. Mr and Mrs J L Alley of Hartsville visit here Saturday. Ina Hendrickson spends Monday at Hope. Miss Alice Luther, formerly of Greensburg now in Indianapolis, visits aunt Mrs M J Luther.
A health promotion group led by Dr. H W McKane of the State Board of Health will visit Decatur county this week. They plan open clinics in the court room and public demonstrations in St Paul Burney and Westport with moving pictures addresses and free examinations of suspected cases. The effort aims to educate on disease prevention and treatment.
Lightning hit a barn on the Rob Gettus farm ten miles west of Letts about eight o clock last night. The barn was a total loss. Joan W. Burney, executor of Elizabeth S. Pardon's estate, filed proof of final notice and the heirs defaulted. A final report was submitted and approved.
David McClintic and Helen Howe were married Saturday June 12 in Greensburg by Rev. W. A. Pavey. The couple, a retired Bartholomew county farmer and a respected church member, plan to reside in Burney until September 1 before moving to Columbus.
Wilbur Ricketts of Westport who was taken to Columbus hospital last week for infection of his right thumb is doing nicely. At first it was thought the thumb would have to be amputated but it seems to be yielding nicely to treatment.
Decatur county families gathered at Flatrock Cave for a Hill family reunion the first in forty years. Thirty eight members attended and shared a large noon meal at the popular site. Attendees from Decatur county included multiple Hill and Thurston families, with guests from Shelbyville and Westport, Indiana, as recorded by the Shelbyville Democrat.
INDIANAPOLIS June 15 — Richard Lieber reports a profusion of wild flowers in McCormick's Creek Canyon Park, a state preserve three miles east of Spencer. Reopened April 1, the park features ancient rocks, mossy canyons, clear brooks, and old trees, with a remodeled hotel offering good accommodations. The scenery promises popular summer tourism and invites nature study and camera clubs to view Indiana wildflowers across diverse habitats.
Mrs Noel Anderson of Letts suffered a rare accident when a needle pricked her while lying on a sofa. Doctors examined her and a Columbus hospital X ray showed the needle near the lung. an operation was planned for removal later that afternoon.
Anna Osborn daughter of Albert I and Florence Osborn was born July 1 1866 on the family farm in Decatur County and died June 4 1920 at Newpoint aged 53. She never married and survived by sister Mrs William Barnard of Newpoint and brother John Edgar of Greensburg with numerous nieces nephews and grand nieces and nephews. Though never enrolled, she attended Rossburg Baptist church and loved reading and learning, living on the farm until about ten years ago when she moved to Newpoint to care for her parents during their illness. Her body rests beside her parents in the family cave. The burial rites included Christian prayers and the promise of life through faith in Jesus.
June 14 Rushville Francis Flodder a sixteen year old cripple was saved from drowning in the Flatrock river this afternoon at about three by Anthony Owens son of Toye Owens. He heard cries and dragged her to safety taking her to her mother's home where recovery was expected. She had been swimming with her sister and Edith Osborn when the water proved too deep.
Proclaims the 3 Way method as the best cure for piles including pro truding itching bleeding and fistula. Urges readers to send name and address to Dr J F Harris Co Elkhart Ind to receive a book and testimonials and promises a surprising first day treatment.
Guy H. Russell of Trafalgar announced he sold his share and cashier role at the bank in Decatur County and plans to move to Lincoln Nebraska to lead the insurance department of a large company. His brother-in-law Joh Mahaffey is with the company. Russell grew up in Clarksburg and worked in Hartsville before. County officials toured Marion and Fugit townships inspecting sites for proposed bridges with three in Marion and one in Fugit near St Maurice.
Mamie Petty dismissed her $1000 damage suit against Mamie Shortridge and George Hess due to alleged trespassing. Eva Leffler was awarded a divorce and $200 judgment against Charles Leffler with costs except witness fees. Notices list transfers of property and sums: C. C. Mobley to Charles F. Jackson for $2300 and J. J. Puttmann to John M. Waeter for a lot in Newpoint for $250.
The Milford community plans a Sunday morning service at the Methodist church. Mr Morris and family of Greensburg will move to town soon into the property recently purchased from Wm Christian. Various locals and visitors attended events, plays, and family visits including Ernest Lewis and Frank Mitchells groups, with numerous names and trips noted.
A historical reflection on the American Legion’s mission to preserve core principles of 300 years. It links Pilgrim fathers to Washington Lincoln and McKinley, urging 100 percent Americanism and steadfast defense of liberty in a rebuilding world.
Three well known men were exalted to the degree of Royal Arch Mason by Greensburg Chapter No. 8 R A M George Herrick Clyde Blackard and Prof Everett Wiley received the work Tonight Council No 74 will convene with work on several candidates in prospect The hot weather does not cool the ardor of the brethren.
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