Charitable Fund Drive Receives Wide Cash Donations
The Red Cross fundraiser shows broad support with substantial contributions from many towns. Donors include Cassius McCoy Joe Cory Hugh Taylor Homer Lafarg Cylde Blackard and numerous others, plus Greensburg city and local businesses contributing. Reports from out townships will follow as canvassing expands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Cassius McCoy
Joe Cory
Hugh Taylor
Ronnie Sefton
Will Logan
Agnes Volk
Mary S. Willey
Homer Lafarg
J. B. Holmes
E. M. Thomas
R. E. Huffman
Henning Henningson
Edna Eubanks
Helen Eubanks
Arthur E. Lemmon
Cylde W. Blackard
Donald B. Doles
Lillian D. Miller
Elmer Campbell
John Brown
W.C. Fogg
Brooks
Dr. Hall
Rosa Gentry
Robert Hutchinson
I. J. Meal
Lutie Gordon
Chas. McIntire
Joe Shepherd
S. B. Vankirk
May Cory
Rachael Armstrong
Mary S. Porter
Joe Wright
Eliza Burton
Indiana Fulton
Grover Smith
Frank Vogel
Edith Miner
F. Fleming
EB. J. Beard
Miss Pendleton
Edgar Watera
Lewis N. Marlow
Chas. Edkina
Mabel Robbins
J. W. Owens
R. J. Russell
J. W. Craig
Anna Wheeldon
Clara Sparks
H. Dennis
A. F. White
Eleanor Bell
W. D. Morris
Elsie J. Littell
Elmer Querry
Steve Vankirk
James Alcorn
Charles Woods
Charles W. Smith
James J. Robbins
A. E. Gilchrist
Alice Arbolt and Forrest
J. F. Goddard
Robert Richardson
Ida Miller and Sister
Jos. Durr
Tra Clark & Co
Ed Roberts
James M. Ford
Albert Beeson
Lida Cotton
Charles Huddleston
Mabel
Gilbert
L. D. Willey
Marie Ottersteter
Gladys Linville
Tra E. Wonn
Margaret J. Goddard
Lola Biddinger
Laura Goyert
Clara Scarce
S. F. Martin
A. L. Everhart
Francis M. Martin
Frank Adams
L. Woodward
John Louden
Frank R
Robbing
Nelson Mowrey
Sam Jackson
Bart McLaughlin
W. J. Hill and
D. H
J. T. Dannacher
S. H. Rankins and Daughter
W. H. Weaver
Harry Lathrop
Fred Akmmerling
Robert Thomas Visits Kokumo Resident Today
Robert Thomas, located in Kokumo, was present in the area today for unknown reasons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Thomas
Kokumo
Pity the Poor City Mail Carrier
A letter to the Postal Record by F. W. Johnson mocks mail carriers as overworked, underappreciated figures. He jokes about long trudges with heavy loads, insistence on perfect feet, and the harsh, comic penalties they endure for mistakes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. W. Johnson
Civil Service
Bernice
Siata
Plymouth Rock
Old Man Grump Plans Back of Spades Vacation
Greensburg resident known for wit previews extended visit with family and friends after his mother draws pension. He intends a rural trip to familiar childhood haunts to chase bullfrogs and bathe in the Old Swimmin Hole with a carefree, happy outlook for his vacation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warnine
Greensburg
Grump
Recruiting Week for the U S Army Calls for Volunteers
Sergeant Hayes leaves on a week long mission to solicit volunteers in North Vernon Osgood Versailles Aurora Milan Lawrenceburg Sunman and Batesville. The drive aims to enlist seventy thousand volunteers to reach a war strength of three hundred thousand by June 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sargeant Hayes
United States Army
North Vernon
Osgood
Versailles
Aurora
Milan
Lawrenceburg
Sunman
Batesville
Man Charged With Provoking
William Harold Smith appeared before Squire A S Creath after noon charged with provoking John Suttor. He posted bond for June 26 in Creath's court to hear the case at 9 o clock. Nearby, the new bungalow of Mr and Mrs J D Eward at East and Walnut streets nears completion and will be occupied next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Harold Smith
Squire A. S. Creath
John Suttor
Bond
Creath
J. D. Eward
Walnut Streets
Civilization picture by Thomas H. Ince dazzles Greensburg crowd
The million dollar production Civilization directed by Thomas H. Ince drew good crowds at the K of P opera house with cheers and approval. The film blends realism and romance, denounces Prussian militarism, shows war’s realities, and features President Wilson praising Ince’s message for democracy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas H. Ince
K. of P. Opera House
United States
Mr. Ince
Christ
Wilson
Ince
Dunn
Opera House
Greensburg
Aged gentleman Andrew Jones dies suddenly at home
Andrew Jones aged 71 was found dead near his Westport area home after rising early with his wife. Cause of death listed as heart trouble. Survived by widow, one son and five daughters. Funeral set for 10 a.m. Saturday at the home with Rev. Swartz officiating. burial in Westport Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Jones
Healing remedy for sore nipples from Chamberlains Salve
A nursing mothers note suggests applying Chamberlains Salve to sore nipples immediately after nursing. Wipe off with a soft cloth before the next feeding. The salve is reputedly effective, and St. John & Guthrie supply it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John & Guthrie
Stomach Troubles Cured By Chamberlain's Tablets
Claims many cures for stomach ailments with Chamberlain's Tablets. A man spent over two thousand dollars on other treatments before being cured by a few boxes. Price 25 cents. For sale by St John and Guthrie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
St. John & Guthrie
Two Greensburg Boys Promoted in U S Navy Training
Mrs James Maudlin received a letter from son William at Great Lakes Station Chicago. He is healthy and in training and has earned a corporal stripe with help from Frank Marlin. William mentions Ralph Howard at Vancouver B C and is glad his unit mates are well. He notes meals from home, a few old acquaintances, and that both he and Marlin are now commissioned officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irs
James Maudlin
William
Great Lakes
Chicago
Ralph Howard
Greensburg
Vancouver
B. C
Ralph
Young Maudlin
Frank Marlin
Marlins
Frank
Mervin Blackmore
Harry Cowles
Marlin
Mandlin
First Zebroid Foaled In This Country Shared By Clergyman
Rev E M Davis formerly of Letts now at Mt Vernon sends a photograph of a zebra mare cross bred on Dr Hasting stock farm near Mt Vernon claimed as the first animal of its kind foaled in the United States. The zebroid was haltered led to a studio for a clear portrait and the story accompanies it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. M. Davis
Methodist
Letts
Mt. Vernon
Dr. Hasting
Hasting
Bro. Davis
Greensburg Commercial Club hears proposal for local factory
Frank E. Smith of Indianapolis spoke to the Greensburg Commercial Club about establishing a factory near the A L Lewis plant in Oklahoma addition. A site visit occurred, plans will be prepared and returned for action, with a decision likely to favor or oppose a local automobile beds and tops plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensburg Commercial Club
Frank E. Smith
Indianapolis
A. L. Lewis
Oklahoma
Smith
Maxwell Auto
Mrs Jane Shirk and Tenant Market 42 Baby Beeves for $4087
Mrs Jane Shirk of this city and her tenant Frank Benton on her Jackson township farm marketed forty two baby beeves this week and received a check for 4087 dollars. They paid 1503 dollars for them last September and report a nice profit on their investment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane Shirk
Frank Benton
Jackson Township
Government forecasts 25 percent rise in early Irish potatoes
The agricultural department projects a 25 percent increase in this year's early Irish potato yield. Estimated total production is about 38,000,000 bushels, up from 26,481,700 last year, with early acreage near 282,000 acres. Virginia, New Jersey, California, and Florida are noted as major contributors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Agricultural Department
Department
Virgina
New Jersey
California
Florida
Boys hike to Sandcreek after YMCA trek
Twenty boys led by Physical Director John L. Turner left the YMCA for a five mile hike to Sandcreek near Union Church. They spent the day in the woods and enjoyed a noon picnic lunch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Ll. Turner
Sandcreek
Union Church
Prosecutor files suits against Green Stamp Co
Prosecutor Carl J. Carter filed four suits against Speery-Hutchinson Co for unlawfully selling green trading stamps. Stamps were sold on June 16 and on various prior occasions to Minear Dry Goods Co Frank R. Christman R. C. Kanouse and George Parrish. The case has been under investigation for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl J. Carter
Speery-Hutchinson Co
Minear Dry Goods Co
Frank R. Christman
R. C. Kanouse
George Parrish
Connersville Man Drops Off Two Children Here
Warren Strassenger of Connersville left two children at his sister Mrs. Harry McKay’s home yesterday while his third child remained ill at the family residence with spinal meningitis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren Strassenger
Connersville
Harry McKay
Simmonds Son Re-enlists in U S Army Artillery
Mr and Mrs Charles Simmonds of West Main street report their son Guy has re-enlisted after four years with the Sixth U S field artillery. He currently serves with the unit at Douglas Arizona.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Simmonds
West Main Street
Guy
Sixth
U. S. Field Artillery
Douglas
Arizon
Red cross donations reported in Bartholomew County drive
Will Irwin of Columbus and his sister Sweeney led local fundraising with donations totaling £1096 and $500. Bartholomew County committee sought $10,000 and handled additional small pledges. The latest total and extended contributions were announced last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Irwin
Columbus
Sweeney
Bartholomew County
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F.C
Washington Township
Frank Willey
Lyte Covert
Liza Logan
Mort Lee
J. Cobb
Nancy Rubel
Sarah Johnston
C.J. Loyd
Pulse & Porter
Oliver Deem and
Elizabeth Hamilton
Andrew A. Willey
John E. Robbins
James Dashiells
Hornung Mills
Fd Schultz
Dave Blackmore
Decatur County Independent Tel. Co
Otis A. Deem
Will H. Robbins
City of
Cassius Hamilton
Walter Pleak
Leonidas Bird
T. A. Pool
John S. Shannon
Everett Hamilton
Roy Privett
Parmelia Burns
Greensburg News
Daily Review
Evening Times
Sam Levenstein
Tom Robbins
J. P. Thomson
A. Govert
Chas. Johnston
Wm. H. Mobley
Nading Grain Co
Abbie Bonner
Blanche McLaughlin
Chas. R. Bird
C. Donnell
Eliz
Tra G. Stark
Anna C. Huber
Guy Transall
John Allen
Richard Braden
Abeth Edkins
Muddy Fork Ges Co
Meek Tee Casco Cyeeyen
Garland Mills
Batterton & Sons
C. W. Woodward
NcCormack & Richey
P. C. Bentle
F. M. Henry & Co
T. M. Sanders
Oscar G. Miller Lans ET. Riley
Ironclad Clothing Co
Mis
S. P. Minear
Alonzo Rader Chas
E. Link G. L. Tremain
Osborne
Louis Donnell Elmer C. Jerman
John Cosmas
Carter & Co. Ees
Sam S. N. Patterson
Walter W. Bonner
Corbet-Roche Co
Joshua Pool
Grealer Bros. Lum. Co
John Zoellner
Jas. S. Littell
George Kratt
Kat Hebeeg
Charles Ner
John C. Ierber
Zoller
Art Frank and
Clarence Harry Boyd
Dan S. Perry
MAIL
U. S
ARMY
S Million
Ilization
Westport
Linegar Bros
Maudlin
GREAT
Lakes Station
Factory Talk
Green Stamp CO
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