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Newspaper

Greensburg Standard

Location

Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1917

Page

5

State Democratic Mid-Summer Meeting Scheduled in Indianapolis

Arrangements for the Indiana Democratic Editorial Association mid-summer meeting are completed in the capital. The event runs Thursday June 25 and Friday June 29 with a reception at the Democratic Club, a home visit for editors’ wives at Governor Samuel Ralston’s residence, and an afternoon trip to Fort Benjamin Harrison.

Indiana Democratic Editorial Association Indianapolis Democratic Club Tasi Samuel Ralston Fort Benjamin Harrison

Indiana moves to refuse stale bread returns

State Food Conservator H. E. Barnard and the Council of Defense push a bread saving campaign in Indiana. bakers urged to refuse stale bread or any unsold loaf after 24 hours to curb waste. Governor Goodrich and defense leaders back the plan as patriotic food conservation.

Indiana H. E. Barnard Council of National Defense State Council of Defense Liberty Loan Wars Th Defense Council Goodrich

Red Cross Drive Urges Indiana to Give Generously

A wartime appeal calls on every man, woman, and child in Indiana to support a Red Cross drive targeting 1 500 000 dollars. The piece emphasizes the aid to wounded soldiers and the Red Cross as their ally, urging donations of any size and noting volunteers and donors alike contribute to the cause.

Vic Tareau Cross Paris Indiana American Red Cross Fund Red Cross American Red Cross

Indiana coal negotiators seek relief to avoid price crisis

Hopeful progress reported after a conference among the State Council of Defense, Governor Goodrich appointees, and Indiana Operators' Association. Aimed at preventing coal stringency and high winter fuel prices, with smaller committees to continue talks and possible federal zone and price controls.

Indianapolis Indiana Will H. Hays State Council of Defense James P. Goodrich Indiana Operators’ Association The Defense Council Trays Aerardinetr Willian G. Irwin Charles Fox Ho ON. Kurrie Ela Wil East Evadas Woolen Se Council A. M. Oete YE Pereusan Penna Willam Johnson Ogle Council of National Defense Washington Iiinois Kentucky Chicago

Wilber Kendall to Write War Letters From France Front

The Review announces Wilber Kendall former Emplo of Office with The Review will send war letters from the French front. Kendall served three years as a notype operator in The Review office and is with the 23rd C S Infantry at Syracuse New York. He is a Greensburg native and former superintendent of the Presbyterian Sunday school who enlisted last April.

Wilber Kendall 23Rd C. S. Infantry Syracuse N. Y France Wilber Kendall Greensburg Our City Presbyterian Sunday School U. Army

Our Own Hymn to the United States Marines

Poem praising the United States Marines from the phrases of historic songs and banners. The verses claim Marines as the finest and ever ready to defend the nation on land and sea, across snow and tropic heat, with imagery of duty and courage.

Montezuma Tripoi United States Marines Qor Faz United States

Marion man predicts poor potato crop

John H. Jackson of Marion township offered his opinion that the coming potato crop would be under one-fourth of the average. While others expect a larger yield, Jackson remains convinced the crop will be disappointing and hopes he is mistaken.

John H. Jackson Marion Township Jackson

Indiana Plans Three Million Acres Sown With Wheat This Fall

The State Council of Defense announces a wartime campaign led by Purdue’s J C Beavers to sow about three million acres of wheat in Indiana this fall. Meetings will mobilize communities, seed wheat sourcing at cost, and improve shipping and storage facilities. Coal production stimulation is also organized under Will T Freeman with statewide committee members.

Indianapolis State Council of Defense George Ade Indiana Indiana Committee On Food Production and Conservation Purdue University J.C. Beavers W. S. Christie Beavers Maurice Douglas Flatrock Tees Will T. Freeman Terre Haute Freeman Frank J. Wayes Indiandianapolis Ed Stewart M. T. Gould J. Wooley Fivansville A. AT. Cole W. R. Johnson Vincennes P. H. Penna T. 2. Seales Boonville Charles G. Hall Terre Traute Mr. Hayes Unit i Mine Workers of America Mr. Stewart

Strong Appeal to Sten to Actively Engage in the Cause of the King

Rev. George Schwartz of Westport missed the Greensburg program due to illness but the Men's Bible Study Club benefited from Rev. Frank Toeed delivering an impressive talk. His clear presentation earned praise. Next Friday the members’ wives and sweethearts will be guests at a special dinner, ending the meetings for the summer.

Sten George Schwartz Westport Greensburg Schwartz Frank Toeed

New Shoe Material From German Furniture Factory

A Hallerau Germany factory, shifted from art furniture to nonleather shoes. Uppers use clay or black sail-cloth that resemble leather from a distance. Soles are layered wood veneer with waterproof glue for flexible, waterproof support following the foot arch.

Hallerau Germany

Mrs Lyde Covert and Mother Visit Indianapolis

Mrs Lyde Covert and her mother Mrs John Logan have traveled to Indianapolis to stay for a couple of weeks as guests of Earl Logan and family.

Harding Speech Praises Elliott for Congress in Rushville

U S Senator Warren G Harding spoke to Greensburg area voters in Rushville, lauding Hon. Richard Elliott’s congressional bid. He praised Republican unity, defended navy buildup, and criticized Finly Gray for past positions while urging democracy at home before abroad.

Richard Elliott United States Congress Harding Representative Kahn California Willam Jennings Bryan McKinley Eliott Finny Gray Finly Gray Congrese Gray Senate Hardin America

Red Cross War Council Telegrams Praise Middle West Campaign

Washington telegrams report Red Cross campaigns with praise for North Central and Middle West states. Daniel A. Reed notes victory for humanity and urges strong effort while G. G. Welsh commends Greensboro Greensburg counties for generosity and patriotism guiding the campaign.

Washington DD. C Red Cross G. G. Welsh Greensboro Indiana North Central States Daniel A. Reed War Council American Red Cross Greensburg Middle West

Scatterbrain Wife Bemoans Husband With Bad Memory

A humorous Exchange brief recounts Mrs Scatterbrain lamenting her spouse who cannot remember her instructions. The tale notes his treacherous memory despite reminders like string and knots, while a friend jokes about a note dated a week ahead.

Mrs. Scatterbrain

Opportunity to Join the French Class Tonight

An opening to join the French class is offered Tuesday at 7 50 PM in the library. Beginners are urged to attend as a last chance after the initial meeting last Friday while those with some knowledge may join later.

Mrs William Koenigkramer Provides Wash Cloths For Shop

Mrs William Koenigkramer furnished material and made twenty four wash cloths for the shop. The Daily Bible class will sew at the school building tomorrow.

William Koenigkramer

Help Wanted Volunteers At School Shop In Afternoon

Miss Lizzie Thomson assisted in the superintendent's room this afternoon. Mrs Charity Baker has volunteered to make some bags and volunteers to fill them are wanted. On duty at the shop today were Misses Willie Applegate Mary De Armond Kate Stewart Emma Mavee Hazel Day Margaret Miller Rebecca Lugenbell Iva Wenn Imogene Marsh and Mesdames Amos Lopez Lon Mc Coy John Osborn and Charity A Baker.

Charity Baker Willie Applegate Mary DeArmond Kate Stewart Emma Mavee Hazel Day Margaret Miller Rebecca Lugenbell Iva Wenn Imogene Marsh Mesdames Amos Lopez Lon McCoy John Osborn Charity A. Baker

Registration Misunderstanding In Greensburg Voter Clarified

At Greensburg, registration now at the Courthouse does not affect city voting this fall. The current register is for the August 18 special election to choose delegates for a constitutional convention. Women in Greensburg may vote in the city election without this registration.

Chich Greensburg

Local Red Cross sewing drive praised by Indianapolis official

Comfort bags have been taken by Mesdames Fred Thomas Henry Link Edgar Hamilton J S Moss and others. Miss Florence Hamilton filled one bag and made five more. Kate Emmett, vice president, received a letter from Mrs Laura B Elder secretary for the American Red Cross praising the local chapter for the surgical dressing work, calling it the best yet from the state.

Fred Thomas Henry Link Edgar Hamilton J. S. Moss Mabel Lynn Anna Link Anna Wheeldon Jessie McCoy Mary Ainsworth Stella Murphy Cora Johnston Eleanor Jethro Meek, Jr Florence Hamilton Kate Emmett Laura B. Elder Indianapolis American Red Cross Eastman

Yankee punch urged to speed American air power

Washington June 28 Brigadier General Squier who directs the aviation service advocates a big airplane program if Congress approves it. He says airplanes are the logical fighting machines for Americans and would allow an army in the air to blind German gunners. He notes possible initial appropriations of about 600 million dollars.

Washington Squier Squirer Germany

Eskimo talk headline for Springhill Club meeting

The Springhill Community Club will feature Hal Hamilton speaking on The Eskimo. The program includes Why Not a Springhill Shipping Association by Robert Donnell, Problem of Waste in Rural Life by John McCoy, The Cheap Farm Journal by Mrs. Robert Scott, Recitation by Russell Kelley, Mesic by Mrs. Mary Moore and Gordon Powner. Announcements note the marriage of Nellie Louise Powner of Chicago to N McDowell Gordon, now at home 6928 Greenview Avenue after September 1.

Hal Hamilton Springhill Community Club Springhill Shipping Association Robert Donnell John McCoy Cheap Farm Journal Robert Scott Russell Kelley Mary Moore Gordon Powner Greensburg Nellie Louise Powner Chicago N. McDowell Gordon Greenview Avenue

Bride a daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles T Powner

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Powner, former residents here, with many friends in the old hometown.

Charles T. Powner

McCoy to Speak at Rushville Rally with Harding

Col Cash McCoy Republican mayoral candidate travels to Rushville to hear his longtime ally Senator Warren G Harding in a large rally. Harding visited the city during his campaign and McCoy led as campaign chairman in earlier efforts. Dr G W H Kemper of Muncie, visiting locals, shares Civil War reminiscences from his service as hospital steward and later surgeon in the 17th Indiana.

Col. Cash McCoy Rushville Warren G. Harding Dr. McCoy Senator Harding G. W. H. Kemper Muncie J .M. Woodfill Kemper France Indiana Greensburg

Stewart Stout Returns Home After Grandmother Visit

Stewart Stout arrives in Indianapolis today after visiting grandmother Mrs. Belle Aldrich. He is the son of George Stout, who serves as caller at the traction terminal station, and Stewart acts as his assistant.

Stewart Stout Indianapolis Belle Aldrich Stewart George Stout Traction Terminal

Charles Black Takes Over Bee Hive Grocery Post

Charles Black begins duties at the Bee Hive grocery today succeeding William Francis who resigns to manage the South Side nickelo.

Charles Black Bee Hive Grocery William Francis South Side Nickelo

Greensburgers plan lake outing with Detroit visitors

Mrs Meek and the Thomas family travel to Detroit to visit Harry Hamilton and family. They expect to enjoy a lake outing with the Hamiltons Ellis Ryan and family and Joe O Brecht and family, all former Greensburg residents.

Attorney Oscar Ewing Visits Relatives en Route to Pittsburg

Oscar Ross Ewing a noted Pennsylvania Railroad attorney travels with his wife and son James from St Louis to Pittsburg to establish their new home residence.

Oscar Ross Ewing Pennsylvania Railroad James St. Louis Pittsburg

Death of Henry Booth at I O O F Home

Henry Booth aged 59 died at the I O O F Home after an extended illness. He came to the Home from Flora in spring 1910. The body will be shipped to Flora for burial tomorrow.

Henry Booth Flora Nome

Davis visit to Indianapolis in-law family trip

Mr. and Mrs. Davis traveled to Indianapolis today to see their daughter Mrs. Luther Dickerson and her family.

Mrs Davis v. Patton Indianapolis Luther Dickerson

Mr and Mrs L D Eward Move to East Walnut Bungalow

Mr and Mrs L D Eward prepare to move into their new bungalow on East Walnut Street next Tuesday.

Mrs. L. D. Eward East Walnut Street

Mrs C H Johnston Visits Son With O R C at Fort Harrison

Mrs C H Johnston traveled to Indianapolis today to spend the day with her son Joe, one of the O R C boys stationed at Fort Harrison.

C. H. Johnston Indianapolis Joe Fort Harrison

Local Social Notes Highlight Blooming ton Guests

Mrs. Thomas Cookson of Bloomington visits her parents Mr. and Mrs. Charles L. White. Her sister Mrs. Hayes Buskirk, ill for a week, is reported improving. Miss Florence Lambert of Assumption Illinois visits aunt Mrs. Brent Patton. Mrs Patton’s parents Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Hoover of Pennville, Miss Lambert’s grandparents, also at Patton home.

Thomas Cookson Bloomington Charles L. White Hayes Buskirk Florence Lambert Assumption Illinois Brent Patton Patton B. D. Hoover Pennville Miss Lambert

Social activities and dinners around town highlight outings

Miss Clara Hamilton hosted M. O. C. Club members at North Broadway with guest Miss Fannie Benham of Cincinnati. Several dinner guests joined Mr and Mrs Arthur Springratey and others, including the Handiges and Ziegler families. Ernest Erdmann hosted a chicken dinner at the Garrison house in Hartsville, and the Knights of St John of Millhousen plan a chance in their new hall Wednesday evening.

Clara Hamilton M. O. C. Club North Broadway Fannie Benham Cincinnati John W Handiges Kingston George Handiges Stella Ziegler Maude Updike Ernest Erdmann Garrison House Hartsville Knights of St. John of Millhousen

Bales Family Relocates to Fairmount Real Estate Venture

Wm. C. Bales and his family have moved from 811 East Central Avenue to Fairmount where Mr. Bales engages in real estate. The couple’s sons Grant and Frank served as review carriers in the east end for three years and are described as fine boys.

Wm. C. Bales East Central Avenue Fairmount Bales Grant Frank

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Tiate State Council OF Iere Navy Pryor Teaver Dom Gress U. S Ohto Colliseum Herbert Blunter Raymond Magee J. P. Thomson J. H. Batterton C. ML. Woolfill L. D. Braden Mr. Hardingay Isays Lizzie Thomson LAW BIG Air Force Arthur Springratey Albart Barres Floyd Ezra Calendar William Richardson Sarah Wonn Town Ira Wonn Charles Rachel Osting
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