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Newspaper
Greensburg Standard
Location
Greensburg, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1908
Page
1
Kate Howard, identified as a mob leader in the Springfield Illinois riot, took poison at her home rather than face murder charges after deputies were dispatched to arrest her. She maintained she was not guilty of murder to the end.
An old advert clamors for a 25c jar of peroxide cream at Batterton's promising a whiter, clearer complexion for buyers seeking quick cosmetic results.
Mrs. Elizabeth J. Clark mother of Mrs. John F. Goddard died at her daughter’s West North Street home at 3 PM Saturday after a long illness. Survived by son Allen J. Clark of Cincinnati and daughter Mrs. J. F. Goddard of this city. Funeral held Sunday at four with Rev. A. R. Beach and Rev. Alonzo Murphy. Interment in Moores Hill Cemetery Monday.
Earl Reeves of Rushville, son of Capt. Jack B. Reeves, is named western advertising representative for Curtis Publishing Company with Chicago headquarters. The Ladies' Home Journal and the Saturday Evening Post are among its publications. Reeves will earn about 25000 dollars annually and is son-in-law of Hon. John W. Lovett and his wife, former residents of the city.
Thomas Laughlin was badly injured when pushed cars struck him in the lower yards of the Michigan division. He stepped into the track as a switch engine moved cars, the end of the car mashing his face and crushing his chest before he was hurled aside. He is progressing well.
Tin sold for five cents each, with post cards and name cards offered at Batterton's store.
Odd Fellows of Decatur County held a large rally at the Old Fellows Home east of town with C F Northern delivering the welcome and Artie L Andrews and Elmer E Hastings giving addresses. The day featured a basket dinner, home inspections, music, and the illumination of the ICC F Home with 269 guests and 1,001 members.
The Columbus Republican recalls Richard Askin a former Jackson township resident now living on Chestnut Street. A lifelong farmer by practice he is praised for hard work business sense and frugal living habits.
Mrs Jane Angle aged sixty five years died at her Clarksburg home Thursday nine o'clock after a long illness of heart trouble. Widow of Amos Angle she leaves several children. She was highly esteemed in the county. Funeral services were held Saturday at nine o'clock.
George Love, a section man, fell beside the railroad near the Catholic church Saturday night in a state of intoxication. A train passed over his right hand, causing severe injury. A physician was called and the hand was amputated near the wrist due to mashed and cut tissue.
Brookville marked its centennial with a public showing of historic homes and sites linked to governors, senators, generals, clergy, and educators. The tour listed residents and buildings from the old Goodwin home to the old seminary, with many noted locations around town.
McGuire and James Bousley have bought about thirty three acres near Metamora in Franklin county from Henry Mee- Whorter and wife. They plan a summer resort next spring with park theater cottages and a hotel. The site features river canal and railroad access and offers fishing boating and scenic views.
Batterton unveils a new postcard line featuring varied subjects and styles. The collection emphasizes distinctive imagery and collectible value for enthusiasts and travelers alike.
The Decatur county Teachers Institute ended Friday after a week of intensive study. An examination tested teachers on essential knowledge, with 114 of 121 enrolled. the session proved more beneficial than any prior institute, and texts will guide next year’s township institutes.
Matt Buell a 65 year old Waldron butcher was struck by an interurban car near Ban Crossing at 8 45 Thursday night and killed instantly. Motorman Harry Braden did not see him until within fifty feet. conductor Clarence Pyle succeeded Arba Elkins. Buell's body fell into the stream and was recovered by passengers. He leaves two sons and a daughter.
The county board appointed Dr. T. B. Gullefer to fill the unexpired coroner term after Bert Morgan resigned. Gullefer, the nominee, will immediately assume duties. Morgan, acting as city clerk for Mr. Epstein, was appointed by Mayor Frank Thomson to replace Epstein after resigning. A special council meeting confirmed the nomination and Morgan began his new duties at once.
A twenty five year old man from northern Michigan narrowly avoided death Monday morning when he fell from a moving nine oclock Michigan division train as it slowed at the depot. He rolled close to the wheels but escaped with only minor head and shoulder bruises and continued on his way.
Decatur county residents set to start college this year. Purdue bound students include Raymond Willoughby Oliver Kessing Earl McKim Selby Jones Leslie Bobbitt Donald Rud dell Robin Smiley Emmett Stevens Ira Miller Harry Walters and Roy Miers. Indiana University Bloomington attendees are William Robbins Misses Mignum Ruth White and Mary Wolverton. Western Female College Oxford Ohio will host Misse Louises Mendenhall and Mary Robison and Harold Dunn will enter Princeton Preparatory College.
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