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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1916
Page
4
Rev. F. Z. Burkette will preach for the new Christian church congregation at Waldron Sunday evening. He motored to Edinburg today to bring his daughters Misses Ruth and Mercy home from a visit with relatives there.
Mort Chandler and his family, once residents of Sandusky, are traveling with a carnival company through Arkansas Missouri and Oklahoma. They have not been heard from for several weeks and friends are uneasy about their welfare.
Lora Evans and her son Oscar of Yukon Oklahoma were guests today of her uncle Almon S Creath. They have another son Walter living in Oklahoma and her father David Lawson also resides there. All are former residents of Decatur county.
Myron C Jenkins John W Rhodes Isaac L Doles Willam Rhodes and Wendell Jen 1s depart tomorrow for Lebanon to join the centennial birth celebration of Alfred Holbrook founder of the normal school there. They once studied there in the 1870s and 1880s aboard the Rhodes machine. Will Monfort of this city planned to go but cannot attend due to prior engagement.
Mr. and Mrs. George Macomber newly appointed superintendent and matron of the Masonic home at Franklin are guests of Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Lockhart of the J. O. O. F. home. The parties have long worked in institutional settings and recently toured eastern institutions. Their Plainfield residence was noted.
Louis Porter of Greensburg, linked to the Cincinnati Big Four treasury for a year, has been promoted four times with his latest role as assistant cashier. His brother Robert serves in the Big Four legal department. The Porter brothers are advancing, much admired by their hometown friends.
Nelson Mowrey and party are expected home at 7 25 this evening. He is suffering from a severe cold and is laid up in Chicago for a couple of days while en route home from Phoenix Arizona. His condition is better than six months ago per Dr C C Morrison.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Lowe, former Greensburg residents now of Oklahoma City, are visiting Mr. and Frank Thomas on Sheridan Street. They meet many old acquaintances, enjoying a pleasant visit before departing Monday for home with planned stops along the return trip.
Henry Wilson of Hamlin Anderson's farm near Milford reports six bee swarms this week. He was badly stung yesterday while handling a hive, highlighting the busy season for the farm.
Kingston night at the Y M C A banquet draws many visitors. Preparations will be made to care for all who come, with Rev. Homer Campbell speaking on Self Control. Mrs Frances Smith of Sardinia visits sister Mrs Sam Applegate, recently ill and glad to be out again.
James Gookins of near Napoleon is linked to brother George Gookins near Spring Hill. Mr and Mrs Mills Henry travel to Chicago for nephew Roger Henrys wedding to a Chicago girl. Miles Zoller returns to Cincinnati after visiting grandparents Louis and Mrs Zoller. Joe Styers recovers from a sprained back. Miss Mary DeArmond visits Ray and wife at Sardinia. W W Robertson, former Adams township trustee, says farmers are busy in the area. Corn plowing is the chief activity locally.
An informal remark notes that hay and wheat harvests are approaching and that the wheat crop is nearly a failure, signaling concern over upcoming agricultural yield.
Mrs. Fannie Dowden has returned from Indianapolis where she stayed several weeks with her cousin Miss Clara Dowden who is seriously ill.
Mrs. David Gilchrist of Indianapolis and Mrs. Henry Brown of Greensburg arrived this morning to visit Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Aikin, reported in the Hope Star Journal.
Mrs J H Benton of Alexandria arrives this evening to spend several days with Mrs J F Shannon. Mr Benton will come Sunday morning and remain over Sunday as a guest of Mr and Mrs Shannon.
Miss Ella McCoy of near Clarksburg and her niece Miss May Kitchen of Rush County leave for Washington City to visit relatives. They will also travel to New York and Philadelphia before returning.
Mrs. Fred Elliott Miss Margaret Logan Mrs. Gail Kincaid Mr and Mrs Tom Kitchin and son Joe Robert have returned to Spring Hill from Vavay where they attended the Woman's Presbyterial convention held at the Caledonia church nearby.
Mrs Anna Parsons Daniel of Griffin Georgia is staying for a few days at the Hotel Dennis in Atlantic City.
Reverend Paul Stewart and his son Robert from Greenwich New York are visiting friends in the Spring Hill neighborhood, stopping for social visits and chats.
Charles Harrison shipped a car of cattle from the Sandusky pens yesterday. One steer weighed 1,780 pounds and brought 129 dollars, signaling strong demand in the market.
Mrs John C Huber Miss Mollie Huber and Miss Bettie Scheidler motored to St Maurice today to visit Lawrence Scheidler who plans to leave this evening for Madison Wisconsin to attend school for the summer.
Charlotte and Mr and Mrs Ollie Barnard traveled by car to Harrison Ohio on a Sunday amid heavy rain that made motoring nearly impossible. They completed the trip despite the downpour, an experience they say they will never forget.
Miss Pearl Louise Clark director of the state reformatory for girls at Indianapolis returned to that place this morning after visiting here with her aunt Mrs. Emily Brown.
The Misses Edith and Myrta Patton and their small niece Dorothy traveled to Indianapolis this morning to visit Mrs. Brent Patton, who is hospitalized there.
John Lille and Walter Dille with Thomas Wright and Norman Eubank plan a fishing expedition on the Kentucky river next week. Watch for tall tales when the group returns.
Pleasant R Doles of the east side owns a new Reo touring car bought mainly for his wife and children. He says the old gray mare and buggy still serve him fine.
Stephen Rogers and his wife traveled to Chicago this morning to attend the wedding of Roger Henry this evening, joining family and friends for the celebration in the city.
F C Fields arrived home last evening after a two days session of the county superintendents annual convention in Indianapolis.
Miss Blanche Snodgrass of North Vernon visits as guest of her cousins Mesdames Hatch and Wallingford on Library square.
William Kincaid and his family from Spring Hill traveled to College Corner Ohio for a brief visit with Mrs. Gail Smith today.
The Minnehaha Club met at Mrs. John McMillin's home on North Michigan avenue Friday afternoon. Mrs. Henry Luttle won a prize, a china piece, in a lively guessing contest. Mrs. Lon Robbins donated a fine fanccywork received by Mrs. Ralph Davis. The dining room featured pink and white cut flowers. Eighteen members attended an elaborate three course luncheon.
On Sunday Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Huber and Miss Helen Shafer travel to Detroit Michigan where Mrs. Huber will attend the national convention of the Knights of St. John. She serves as delegate from the Ladies Auxiliary of the K of St. John of this city.
Myron Smith travels back to College Corner Ohio following a visit with William Kincaid at Spring Hill. The brief reunion highlights a local social connection and notes no further events.
Miss Mabel Bird Bertha Gookins and Mr and Mrs Charles Kincaid returned to Spring Hill after attending the state Sunday school convention in Muncie.
Mr and Mrs Ed Limpus and Mrs Warren Nail from Shelbyville visited yesterday with Misses Kate and Dora Dickerson, sharing time and hospitality at their home.
Miss Mary Hopkins hosted a five hundred game at her North Lincoln Street home last evening for guests Miss Lela Humphrey and Miss Katharine Heath of Indianapolis visiting Miss Rosamond Thomas. Phillip Stapp won the gentlemen's prize and Dorothy Siling received the ladies' prize. A light lunch was served.
Elizanda and Maxine have returned to their home in Pendleton after a visit with Hazelrigg and other relatives in Adams.
Mrs Burk Shappert of Bloomington Illinois is visiting her brother George Reed near Adams.
Mr and Mrs Frank Duhme and their daughter Elizabeth will be guests of Mrs Self and her daughter Cora over Sunday, according to a local social note.
Miss Zola McConnell leaves today to visit her sister Mrs Warren Bruner in Connersville for two weeks.
Mr and Mrs Harry Mount are home from Muncie where they visited relatives and attended a state Sunday school convention.
F. W. Ulrich and family will travel to Cincinnati on Sunday where the children will be treated to a visit to the zoological gardens.
Ed Graham, driver of the Kessler bakery wagon, will begin his week's vacation on Monday. Albert Miller will work in his stead.
Miss Madeline Graham returns to her Kokomo home after a week with Miss Leona Woodward on North Broadway.
A. T. Brock along with John and Charles Spencer of Clarksburg attended a Y M C A Bible Club meeting last night gathering with local residents and church members.
S A Shram of Montavia New York was in the city today engaging in business and visiting friends.
George Menzie shipped a car load of hogs to Indianapolis this morning. William Miller, a Milford veteran soldier, spends the week here and attends the union revival every night.
Mrs Theopilus Miller of Greensburg is spending a few days with her parents Mr and Mrs Henry Cord Sr east of the city. Mrs Cord is improving after several weeks illness.
Miss Bess Fee of Clarksburg returns home after an extended visit at Monmouth Illinois. She is accompanied by her friend Miss Margaret Rankin who will be their guest for a few days.
Mr and Mrs George Porter of Louisville Kentucky are guests of Edward Siling and family, staying with them for a visit.
Miss Anna Stewart remains in a critical condition with severe pains after a poisoning incident reported a week ago. Authorities describe the case as serious as medical staff provide treatment and monitoring.
Miss Anna Monfort and Mrs John Hess of Indianapolis arrive this evening for an extended visit with Miss Monforts parents Mr and Mrs Frank Monfort on North East street.
Frank Stapp Joseph Burney Lewis Carmichael Herman Miller J C Fisher H H King Charles Dixon George Harker Sim Norton Greeley Solomon Dan Harker and others from Hope were here attending the Sullivan May trial. Shelbyville will hold its centennial celebration September 21 22 and 23.
H. H. King of Hope, former teacher of Letts, now bank cashier in Hope, visited Prosecutor Robbins yesterday. Hon. L. P. Newby of Knightstown was elected Grand Captain General at the Knights Templars triennial conclave in Los Angeles yesterday.
In honor of her ninth birthday Miss Kathleen Sanders entertained a number of young friends this afternoon. The event also celebrated her friend Miss Frances Payne of Rushville, who will be nine next Monday. Kathleen will accompany her guest home to continue the celebration.
Mrs. J. H. Denton of Alexandria visits Mr. and Mrs. John S. Shannon. Denton is expected tonight, reuniting with former neighbors and friends from Alexandria.
Miss Jessie Cox of Cincinnati has left Mrs. A L Howard's hospitality to travel to Indianapolis and visit her grandparents Mr and Mrs Jesse M Thomson.
Cecil C. Tague, of Milroy, has opened a law office in Brookville. He is a young man of much promise and was secretary to Hon. James E. Watson in the recent primary campaign. Miss Elizabeth Duhme, of Batesville, a teacher in our city schools, is a member of the state executive committee of the Luther League, which holds a state convention at Batesville next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.
Dr Plaster an optician once based at Batterton drug store is now touring East Enterprise and other points on the Ohio River making eye care visits to local residents and travelers.
Mrs Elda Spaugh of Hope underwent an operation at Dr Roope s hospital in Columbus yesterday. She is a daughter of Joseph Gilmour of Burney. Dr H Dennis of this city assisted in the operation.
The K of P lodge in St Paul plans a big meeting tomorrow night for its annual roll call. Prof Elmer C. Jerman and Edward L. Fisher, local members, are listed among attendees.
Mrs Edward Mills of Norwood Ohio arrived today to visit her daughter Mrs Robert Huber, and her granddaughter.
Mr and Mrs W B Anstead and children of Connersville were guests today of Mr and Mrs Charles Zoller on East Main Street. Mrs Charles German of Kansas City visiting relatives will return home with them for a short visit.
Mrs. George Hoagland will arrive this evening from Indianapolis to be the guest of her mother Mrs. Ellen Smith.
Walter Ehrhardt of Cragmont Hospital Madison dispensary staff will visit his parents Mr and Mrs Will Ehrhardt on Monday for a family gathering in the local news note.
Mrs. Samuel Barbour, joined by niece Miss Mattie Morris and Edgar Barbour of Letts, will drive to Indianapolis tomorrow to visit John Barbour and other relatives at his home.
Roundhouse foreman Harry Kretsch traveled to Cincinnati this morning to attend a gathering of master mechanics assistants at the Grand Hotel. Kretsch joined the group for discussions on workshop practices and technical collaboration.
The Sunday School classes of J. W. Beck Blanche McLaughlin Rena Stevens and Mrs. Harry Mount invite members to assist in hymn singing at Sabbath morning services. All church members and the congregation are welcome. No choir practice.
Indianapolis judge Ed Jackson, formerly of Newcastle, was elected vice president of the State Sunday School Association at Muncie. Jackson is the Republican nominee for secretary of state and previously ran for the office two years ago.
Special Judge Thomas E. Davidson of Greensburg heard a motion to compel the defendant in the Winship divorce suit to turn over certain personal property. Most items were agreed upon and the court ordered amounts delivered to the plaintiff. Rev F F Leonard Urbana NL evangelist and singer aiding Reed union meetings is a Manx native from near where Reed operates.
The Habig agency reports the sale of eighty six acres of land off the Robert A McCoy farm three miles west of town to Donald Webb of Shelby county at 125 per acre. Possession will be given Sept 1 when Webb plans a five room bungalow and other buildings. The land lies north of the Columbus pike and is very good dirt. Webb is son of Merit Webb of Adams and his wife is daughter of Mrs John G Gartin of Burney. It will be getting.
The plan calls for a new road starting at the Decatur county line southeast of Hartsville and running west. Part of the route would trace the Hawcreek Clifty township boundary amid Hawcreek's tight finances delaying filing. Columbus Republican.
Word arrived of the birth in Lima Ohio of a daughter to Mr and Mrs John Schalk. The mother formerly Miss Fay Barnes who worked as an operator at the local telephone exchange. Mr Schalk also lived here and assisted in installing the new telephone system.
The article recalls Greensburg natives shaping key moments in U S history. Roy Aldrich served aboard a U S cruiser off Cuba during the Spanish American War and the first volley in the Civil War was fired by a Greensburg commander. Lieutenant Ben Ricketts, who died recently, is noted among these brave figures.
Mrs Susan Lewis Bayless died June 18 1916 at her Greensburg Indiana home aged 97 years 10 months and 2 days Born in Henry County Kentucky she came to Indiana with her father in 1836 and helped endure pioneer hardships She and her family built a log cabin in the dense forest embodying the era's sturdy character
Mr and Mrs Raymond Johnston of Indianapolis on a visit to her brother Eddie Thomas in Erie Kansas were here yesterday.
Miss Alma Johnston visited her sister Mrs Charles Craig east of town yesterday.
Miss Ella Coil and Mrs. Luna Glide well were the guests of friends at Shelbyville yesterday.
Paul Perry and his family visit the Woolley relatives at Hazelrigg in Boone County for a family gathering establishing kinship ties and local social visits.
Will B. Foley night editor of the Chicago Tribune visits his mother Mrs. Nancy Foley on East Main street for a family gathering.
Elmer Young and his wife with Krell Loyd traveled to Shelbyville on Sunday where they spent the day with relatives and friends.
Misses Doshin and Amelia Moore and Arthur Cope of Madison traveled here yesterday as guests of Mr. and Mrs. R. A. McCoy and Mrs. Belle McCoy Oder. The latter accompanied them back home for a visit.
The W C T U gathering scheduled for tomorrow afternoon has been postponed due to overlapping union meetings. Members are advised to watch notices for a new date and time.
Mrs. Herschell Pavy came home yesterday following an extended stay with Mr. and Mrs. John Neibert near St. Paul.
Mrs Wilbur McGee and her children Gerald and Lora from Indianapolis visited Mrs Drusilla Ford on Saturday in a social gathering marking friendly ties and family updates.
Mr and Mrs W W Townsend and their son Frank were the guests at dinner Sunday hosted by Mr and Mrs S H Ewing in Ewington, sharing an informal family gathering in the town.
Mr and Mrs Harry Wright and Mr and Mrs J A Wright were guests Sunday of Mr and Mrs James Wright on East Main Street, sharing a social visit in the neighborhood.
Mrs Mattie Stewart returned to her home in Newton Ul today after an extended stay with Mrs Lida Cobb on North Broadway.
Mr. and Mrs. Percy Gibson of Cincinnati and Miss Nell Clark of Sailor's Park spent yesterday visiting Mr. and Mrs. J. F. Goddard.
Miss Ida Hazelrigg of Walnut Hills Cincinnati and a friend visited yesterday as guests of her cousin Mrs Elizabeth Christy in Cincinnati.
Ellis Ryan and his family of Connersville were here yesterday to visit Mrs. and share news. The brief social item notes a local gathering with familiar neighbors and a friendly call.
The Ryan family, led by Adolphus Magee Ryan, plans relocation to Detroit as Mr Ryan accepts a fine position as a sales agent for an automobile firm.
D M Blackmore and Bert Morgan plan to drive to Culver tomorrow to take Delmar Blackmore to enter Culver academy. Henry Morgan and Loren Blackmore will accompany them to see the sights and view the preparedness place for boys.
Robin Smiley of Cincinnati is visiting his mother Mrs. Sarilda Smiley for a few days, staying at the family home.
Arthur Hazelrigg of Medford Oregon will embark on a motor trip to the Puget Sound district early next month. He is set to travel by car with the intention of visiting coastal cities and scenic points along the northwest region.
Earl McKim of Cincinnati spent Sunday with his parents Mr. and Mrs. James E. McKim in a family visit noted in local society.
Miss Edna Stewart of Indianapolis was a Sunday guest of her sister Miss Anna Stewart, sharing a family visit and time together.
Mrs. T. A. Bates and daughters Elizabeth and Ruth arrived back at their residence in Gation, Ohio, today after a stay elsewhere.
Dr B S Smith and wife of Connersville visited Dr I M Sanders and family yesterday. Walter Stewart and wife of Rugby motored here Sunday to visit friends.
Mrs. Mignon Boaz and Mrs. E J Jennings of Hope were in town on business. Mrs. Grover Aldrich and her son from Aurora Illinois are visiting Noah T Rogers and family. Mr. and Mrs. Ira Williams from Anderson were guests of cousins Mr. and Mrs. B H Kirby over Sunday.
Mrs Frances Smith of Sardinia has been ill for several weeks and travels to Oxford Ohio seeking medical treatment.
Mr and Mrs Thomas Cookson of Bloomington visited over Sunday as guests of Mrs White and Mr White, her parents.
Dr. H. H. Day and wife of Indian apolis and Dr. John Francis and wife of Milroy were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Reed yesterday.
Alva McGraw and family visited Mrs. McGraws parents Mr. and Mrs. William Daily in Indianapolis Saturday. Mr. McGraw left Indianapolis Sunday for Chicago to take a course in concrete work.
Lewis Willey will be off duty for two weeks from Owens music store. He plans a motorcycle trip to Cleveland Ohio and then a tour of the eastern states including New York City and other noted cities.
Mrs S L Jackson Mrs D A Ar dery Mrs E S Fee Mrs Taylor Meek and Miss Camilla Donnell plan a Wednesday trip to Franklin to be guests of Mrs R M Miller formerly Miss Dick Donnell of the county. S L Jackson will drive the group in his car.
Miss Kate Hargitt returns from a trip spent with friends in Rushville. The social update notes her travel and cordial visit, reflecting a quiet local gathering and return home.
Miss Anna Stewart, who has endured severe ivy poison on her face, is showing signs of improvement as she recovers.
Mrs Maude Fowler and her son William visited her parents Mr and Mrs William Marshal in Brewersville, sharing time with the family and relatives during a local social gathering.
Mr and Mrs Roy Hyatt Miss Daisy Lawson and Ernest McMillan were guests of friends in St Paul Sunday.
Mr and Mrs Rufus Rowe leave tomorrow morning after a weeklong visit with Mr and Mrs Joe Beeson and family on East Washington street. They plan to return to their home in Elkhart following the visit.
Rev. F. Z. Burkette and his daughters Mercia and Ruth left this morning for Dayton Ohio to visit Edward Burkette, the reverend's nephew, who is soon departing for service at the Mexican border.
Mr. and Mrs. John Doerflinger traveled to Indianapolis this afternoon where Mrs. Doerflinger is to undergo an operation at Deaconess hospital.
The U S department of labor asks pastors from all denominations to preach a sermon on readiness next Sunday, urging congregations to focus on preparedness and civic duty in a national call for moral guidance.
Riley Newbro aged 48 died at Rushville on Friday. A former Clarksburg resident, he was the son of James Newbro and grandson of King Newbro, all prominent race horsemen. Funeral was held Sunday with burial in Clarksburg.
Misses Pearl and Myrtle Wetzler spent Sunday visiting friends in Indianapolis.
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