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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1917
Page
4
A brief notice urges residents to support the Red Cross drive with prepayment options indicated. It references a one year out of the county and one year in the county plan and mentions a price of 1.59 for advance payment.
Citizens in Greensburg showcased visible patriotism in a display that reflected the town's familiar public spirit and local customs. The event highlighted community identity and shared values in a characteristic Greensburg manner.
Dick Ellott, the Republican candidate for Congress in the Sixth District, is shaking up the dry Democratic base in every county and Finly Gray may already read the handwriting on the wall.
General Pershing is in Paris not partaking in city life. He studies campaign lines at the American war office bench while soldiers prepare at dawn. Parisians remark on the early office routine and anticipate aims that will astonish locals when the war advances.
The piece argues most teachers in public colleges support free trade because their salaries come from public funds and endowments. It contends protected tariffs would force a shift, with imported professors leaving and American products favored, changing textbooks and economic teaching.
A local tale recounts an insurance agent puzzled by the term neutral in an application. The agent questioned its meaning, sending a note to the home office that prompted a careful explanation of neutral as used in the policy context. The piece also mentions Red Cross work in Indiana and a search for Wesley Shafer.
President Wilson frames America’s entry as a response to German aggression. He denounces Germany’s conquest plan and espionage, ties victory to global enslavement, and urges resilience with a pledge of sacrifice. The passage also notes fundraising aims and Red Cross committee appointments in Shelby County.
Treasury officials report eleventh hour efforts to meet the Liberty loan goal as books close at noon. Demands for 50 and 100 dollar bonds surge with banks allowed to telegraph subscriptions. total subscriptions expected at least 2.4 billion pounds with about 2.5 million subscribers nationwide.
A Red Cross committee explains why Decatur County must donate now, even after a recent drive. They say American troops in Europe will soon fight in France and need hospital equipment, recreation behind the front, and personal comfort items. They cite a need of 199 million dollars to safeguard health and morale and note local funds have already helped with front line materials, separate from the war fund being raised.
John Doerfinger manager of the Rapid Repair Shoe Shop near the city edge suffered a serious loss when a weasel killed over three dozen prized chicks kept on his premises. He vows permanent action against the pests after the sensational incident reported Friday.
Able solicitors are appointed to coordinate plant by plant subscriptions in Greensburg to back the American Red Cross fund. W H Robbins Co and Garland Milling Co lead urged donations from each workplace, with strong county support urged for the sick and wounded.
Roy Williams son of Mr and Mrs J J Williams of Indianapolis wed Miss Gladys Ireland daughter of Mr and Mrs Edwin Ireland at the home of Rev J H Doodridge on May 21 with only witnesses. They will reside in Indianapolis where Williams will work at Carter clothing store. Williams formerly worked at The Fair Store in Greensboro and Mrs Williams was a longtime clerk at Wal Mart store.
A Decatur county Red Cross committee member urged residents to rise to the challenge and contribute generously to the war fund. He stressed debt and duty, aiming to exceed past subscriptions, mobilize talent, and send material and moral aid to France and Russia, warning that reluctance would haunt future lives.
The Rev. J F L Murr of Milroy, ex pastor of Centenary M E church, received word that his mother and father were dying at their home in Milltown near New Albany and to come immediately. He and his family left for Columbus to meet his brother the Rev L C Murr of Indianapolis and travel by automobile.
Local Red Cross warns readers about endless chain letters. Officials note many letters reach the Fed Cross but originate from unverified individuals and lack proper authorization. The missives often promise noble causes yet seed misrepresentation and worry across communities.
An officer notes multiple arrests and transfers involving suspects Bardady Robber Gauntt and others, with unclear sequence and missing details. The report mentions prisoners being turned over to state authorities and various names unlikely to be fully legible.
In a dramatic courtroom appearance Clyde Wildman delivers a forceful plea as the case unfolds. The transcript hints at prior events in a county with references to Crroenshore and other localities, suggesting a high profile trial and mounting public interest.
The speaker argued that church is essential to community life and home values, and from an economic view adds value to property. He urged men to back church efforts for its advancement, asserting collective backing would boost growth and influence for good, with likely future impact.
Eliza J Fulton born March 4 1835 in Shelby County Kentucky died May 16 1917 at her Westport Indiana home aged 82. She moved to Greensburg Indiana in 1836 and grew up in Jackson township where she later taught school for five years. She married Simon M McCullouch on August 10 1865 and had five children America D and others living in Texas Westport Indiana Letts and the Philippines. A devout Methodist, she lived a disciplined Christian life with enduring community ties. She survived by husband five children ten grandchildren a brother many nephews and nieces. A funeral poem honors her memory.
Local women including T. Pilew and Ams C F Dow in Red Cross service recorded work and cut out hospital coats from stock. Red Cross shop says a few workers could exhaust remaining goods in days. Mareart Powder referenced with Tenaltan SRO p06 Tk boat FY C 2-the pockets for the nose.
Promoter declares a sale of three guns will attract buyers from 53 to 0 percent, with Devenstein claiming purchases will come from far and wide. He says he will pay people to anticipate needs over two months, aiming to boost sales and attract undisclosed toy buyers.
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