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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1905
Page
4
A persuasive local adage urges steady, ongoing advertising rather than sporadic blasts. It argues the persistent promoter, who plans daily and keeps a faithful, honest effort, builds lasting customer awareness and steady profits.
A merchant tested ads in two village papers by placing identical bargain counters in each store. One month with no advertisement yielded 1984 in sales, while the adged village saw 1724. The merchant concluded readers with ads wandered to other stores unaware of proximity.
Public school commencements for Fugit and Washington townships took place Thursday evening at Kingston’s Presbyterian church before a large satisfied audience. Music by the Newpoint Orchestra added to the enjoyment. The program followed.
In Fugit and Washington Townships jr students received diplomas and prizes from judges Prof James Davis of Purdue University Attorney G L Tremain and The Standard editor. Harold Beall won a gold medal Frank Beall a silver medal Elfrida Young a gold medal Cecille Vankirk a silver medal.
The North Vernon Fair plans a standout edition with Pike attractions from the World’s Fair, Cook’s Roman Hippodrome and a high jumper, elegant music, and new premium lists. Organizers promise a grand crowd, big crops, and an early date July 25 through 29.
Governor J. Frank Hanly delivered an address at Aurora last Sunday describing state policies and urging support for his legislative agenda. He spoke to local residents and officials in a regional gathering.
A brief obituary honors Joseph A Wynn of Franklin county noted for farming stock raising and business success built on duty and family care. He managed his father’s farm while the parent was away and cared for a devoted wife and five orphans under his roof, remaining optimistic and kind in old age. FI B W
Mrs. Sarah A Meek died Friday at four PM at her daughter Mrs John L Dille’s home in Gainesville. Born December 29 1821 in Cynthiana Kentucky she moved to Lezatur county at age ten. Survived by six children including Mrs Daniel Davern James A Meek S Taylor Meek John W Meek and Newton S Meek. Funeral Sunday at 1 PM at the home with Rev R D Dunaway. Burial Spring Hill cemetery.
Mrs. Catherine Louden of Manilla stayed with Rev. H. Morrow and John W. Wiley and family during a prior week, enjoying hospitality and social visits in the community.
A North Dakota editor notes a peculiar habit as a newly married lady kneads bread with gloves on. The piece adds a sharp jab at delinquent subscribers to the "OLD FLAG OF FREEDOM," suggesting the editor’s own dire bread situation without payment.
The Mukden battle lasted twelve days ending March 13 and is described as the greatest battle. Casualties show Russians with 150 000 killed or wounded and 40 000 prisoners. Japanese 50 000 killed or wounded, total 240 000. Comparison notes Waterloo totals allied 23 000 and French 36 000.
The farmer's wife spends her days busy with chores from milking cows to churning butter and caring for calves and chicks. She finds spring and summer days sweet with work and ends with a refreshing evening routine before bed. The rooster’s morning crow brings a cheerful start and a playful mood.
William H Vandivier born Mercer County Kentucky April 4 1822 died Decatur County Indiana June 19 1905 aged 83 years 2 months and 15 days. Survived by seven of ten children five sons two daughters Martha Finn Nelson predeceased. Served as Union soldier 19th by regiment volunteers honorably discharged Civil War. A conscientious Christian and honest neighbor. Funeral Thursday 10 30 AM at home Rev H Morrow officiating Burial Sand Creek Cemetery.
A town’s merchants blame the editor for discontent with shop-to-shop sales. They vow to curb him with a new contract while the editor responds with a loud horse laugh and jokes at their expense. Bystanders scatter as tensions rise over business practices and local press scrutiny.
Miss Mary E. Power and Mr Mert A. Farlow, two popular Milroy youths, were married Thursday evening last week. Rev EF M Westhafer presided.
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