Knightstown Editor Deem Attacks Watson as Betrayal Deepens
The Knightstown Banner editor and Sixth district delegate denounces Watson amid a feud publicized by the New Castle Courier. The article recalls Deem’s prior postmaster tenure, a federal probe over postage stamp misuse, and political fallout that left Watson defended by a congressman, highlighting intense local Republican tensions.
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Rushville
Knightstown Banner
Watson
New Castle
Haliwick
Deem
Knightstown
Washington
Private Funerals and Courtship of Curiosity
A reflective piece argues for private funerals to preserve culture and privacy, condemns morbid public curiosity at deaths, and urges restraint in attendance and discussion. An anecdote about a family visit in Pine Bluff and a K. of P. opera house event closes the narrative.
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Green
Pine Bluff
Freddie
Uncle Green
K. of P. Opera House
Opposing Watson Over Debt Sparks Public Outcry
A heated dispute centers on a man who owes Watson more money than any other person, provoking strong accusations of shame and prompting public discussion of repayment and accountability.
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Watson
Kidney Cure Testimonial From Evansville Reader
Evansville resident B Spiegel reports years of kidney and bladder trouble with severe weight loss and weakness. After three doctors failed, Foley's Kidney Cure allegedly provided relief from a first bottle and complete cure after the second.
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B. Spiegel
Virginia Street
Evansville
Ind
Foley
J. H. Batterton
The Sweetest Girl in Dixie Author Shares New Anecdotes
Freda Slemons, famed for The Sweetest Girl in Dixie, visits Monticello Arkansas each summer and gathers fresh negro stories. Her latest piece frames a dialogue between Slemons and an elderly Black man sharing memories.
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Freda Slemons
Dixie
Miss Slemons
Monticello
Arkansas
The Root Juice Remedy in Greensburg
Crowds gathered at Batterton's drug store as Root Juice delivered claimed cures for stomach, liver, kidneys and blood. Local testimonials praised relief from indigestion constipation rheumatism and kidney issues with many urging friends to try the remedy. Bottles sold at 1 each or six for 5.
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Greensburg
Batterton
Ater
Batterton’s
Our Dear Old Farm Vision Song of Modern Ways
A nostalgic verse envisions farming fifty years hence and speculates on machines lights telegraph and milking in a playful tone. It contrasts past toil with imagined future progress through gasoline powered plows electric lights wireless calls to cows and romantic rural life.
King of throat and lung remedy praised in Empire notice
C O Eldridge of Empire Georgia extols Dr King's New Discovery as best cure for coughs colds croup and throat troubles. He notes seven years use and urges others to try the remedy sold by F M Henry & Co with 50 cent and 1.00 bottles and a free trial bottle offer.
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F. M. Henry & Co
Cost of Fatted Calves Probed Amid Panic
In a heated exchange, a judge challenges claims that the panic harms farmers, arguing the crisis has driven prodigal sons back to their reach, underscoring rural strain and economic tension within the community.
At the Wind's Mercy and Easter Post Cards
A lighter piece notes Scroggins boasting about a balloon and a teacher describing a volcano drawing to her class with red chalk, prompting a student remark. The column also mentions hundreds of Easter post cards displayed at Batterton's.
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Johnnie
Batterton’s
Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised for Croup Cure
Harry Wilson of Waynetown Indiana says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy cures croup when given at the first sign of a croupy cough. It is used in thousands of homes and sold at Batterton's drug store.
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Chamberlain
Harry Wilson
Waynetown
Indiana
Batterton
Dr J B Kinsinger Osteopathic Physician Ad
Dr J B Kinsinger osteopathic physician advertises treatment for many illnesses ignored by old methods. Claims training at American School of Osteopathy Kirksville Mo. Office in Hamilton Block Greensburg Ind. Hours 9 to 4 Tuesdays and Saturdays. Phone 433. Consultation free.
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American School of Osteopathy
Kirksville
Hamilton Block
Greensburg
Ind
Auto Repair Guarantee from White-Canine MPG Co
A repair shop promises complete vehicle fixes with a satisfaction guarantee. The notice emphasizes rebuild or repair of autos with assurance the work will meet user expectations.
Washington township trustee candidates in Republican primary
Will C. Ehrhardt John W. Rhodes and Wes White announce candidacy for trustee of Washington township subject to the Republican primary election decision. The notices indicate all three seek the seat in the upcoming party contest.
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Will C. Ehrhardt
Washington Township
John W. Rhodes
Wes) White
Republican primary slate for township assessors
Chesley Boicourt runs for Sandcreek assessor in the Republican primary. Lee M. Becraft seeks the post in another race. Hank Snell is a candidate for Washington township assessor in the Republican primary.
Executor's Sale of Real Estate in Greensburg Indiana
Executors Charles W. Woodward and Oscar G. Miller offer sale of decedent's interest in Greensburg real estate Decatur County Indiana. Properties include west half of lot 20 in block 3 and block 2 lot 13s addition to Greensburg. Sale subject to Decatur Circuit Court approval for at least full appraised value. Terms: half cash day of sale, balance in one year with 6 percent note, or pay full price at court approval.
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Citzens National Bank
Greensburg
Indiana
Decatur County
William Ireland
Decatur
Charles W. Woodward
Oscar G. Miller
Fine importing horses offered for breeding in Kentucky and Illinois
A fine imported jack sired by Dr McCord stands 15 hands with excellent conformation and is a half brother to General Wood 850. Bred by J. & Co in Lexington. Eilert 1206 is a 16 hand black stallion, 1,410 pounds, proven sire in Germany. Dam of Dewey was Young Merry Tom 1001. Dewey a son of Eilert 1206 727. $10 to insure a living foal. Decatur county farmers invited to inspect stock one half mile north of Old Lettsrer Gate.
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Greatland Jay
Jay Bird
Lizzie O
George Simmons
William Adams
Cynthiana
Kentucky
Mr. Black
Decatur County
Dr. McCord
General Wood
United States
Bredby J. & Co
Lexington
Eilert
Germany
Dewey
Merry Tom
A. D. Wilson
Canton
Illinois
Dwey
Ray Henry Ia
Old Letts Rer
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