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Jeffersonville Star

Location

Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 29, 1921

Page

2

Senator Harry S New seeks district views on renomination

In a formal letter from Fort Wayne Indiana Senator Harry S New asks Mr Harry G Hogan for his assessment of Republican sentiment on his renomination He stresses his wartime service on the Military Affairs Committee and his role on Foreign Relations and mentions discord with Senator Watson He requests feedback on support or opposition and the sources of any desire for change with a hope for prompt reply

Harry Indiana Committee On Senate Democratic Chamberlain Committee On Foreign League of Nations Watson Harry S. New

Indians to Dance Again At Eltzroth School Reunion

Survivors of the Miami tribe in southern Wabash county will present an Indian war dance at the Eltzroth school reunion at Liston Creek. It marks the first such dance in the county in many years, with most participants over sixty years old.

Wabash County Eltzroth Liston Creek Tanlac Nellie ‘Hutchinson Market St Indianapolis Ind Tanlae Adv

Baby boy born near Mason today in 19__

Sixty two years ago yesterday the sun rose over Mason Ohio as a baby boy entered the world. The infant was named Harry R. Graham, a fact noted in today’s column.

Mason Ohio Harry R. Graham

Revelations of a Wife scene at home dinner

During a welcome home dinner for Alfred Durkee and his bride Edith Fairfax sharpens antagonism toward the narrator. Edith mocks the sleuthing of Lillian and the narrator as Dicky toasts the “one and only team” while Florence-like manipulations shift attention away from her rival. The gathering ends with a plan to break up Edith’s hold on Dicky.

Edith Fairfax Alfred Durkee Alfred Leila Beliffle Dicky Lillian Dicky-bira Marvin Boys Edith Lillia Lillian Me

Birthday Cake Mystery Delays Family Party

A secret lace hidden birthday cake caused a minor disruption when Mr Iraham discovered it during an eight o'clock gathering. The family party recovered and enjoyed music and dancing into the night while Mr Graham remains active and on the road to health.

Iraham Graham

Women pass exam for admission to Massachusetts bar

Mrs. Lacey A. Pearlmutter among several women who recently cleared the examination for admission to the Massachusetts bar, signaling progress in the legal profession.

Lacey A. Pearlmutter Massachusetts

English performance brings 600 year old Chinese play to London

A Chinese stage work dating back six centuries was staged in London in English, drawing scholars and theatre fans curious about the historical play’s themes and cultural reach.

London

CCC Club Meeting At Mildred Sweeney Home

The CCC Club gathered Thursday afternoon with Grace Smith hosting. Contests awarded to Anta Knott Lucille Knight and Marie Weisendanger. Refreshments served. members present included Hay sisters Weisendanger Knott Knight Haley Sweeney and Smith. They ended by swimming at Mildred Sweeney’s pool.

Grace Smith Anta Knott Lucille Knight Mariel Wicendonger Mabel Georgia Lee Hay Marie Louise Weisendanger Anna Knott Mary Josephine O'Neal Katherine Manners Katherine Haley Mildred Sweeney

Australian finds bark fiber makes rope and twine

An Australian inventor discovers a method to use fibers from the bark of many eucalyptus tree varieties to produce twine rope and bagging.

New Range Claim For Projectile Up To 300 Miles

A Popular Mechanics report describes a hand gun like riveter device that fires steel slugs through a three quarters inch steel plate with negligible recoil. Tests by reputable engineers suggest possible use as an underwater riveter and a claim of 300 mile projectile range.

New York

Oldest woman claims 460th birthday in Allentown

Scrap notes mention a woman named Mrs. Mary Klump of Allentown pa reportedly living to 460 years. Other items note radium effects on plants diet Italian steamship amporium to advertise goods and a marriage in West Africa with a cultural gesture. Emmeline Pankhurst reportedly resides in British Columbia.

Italy Amporium Mediterranean Mary Klump Allentown John Howard Payne Henry Bishop West Africa Emmeline Pankhurst England British Columbia

Junius Returns in Poets Corner Satire Column

The piece proclaims the return of Junius with a playful verse praising his satire. It notes readers’ renewed interest as the columnist resumes contributions, calling out prior “lesser lights” and inviting readers to enjoy the familiar wit and sharper social jabs.

Ana Junius

Paris ecourt records reveal 35000 divorce suits pending

A Cleveland Plain Dealer quip laments Paris ecourts reporting 35,000 divorce suits awaiting action. The note adds a sharp aside about cultural influences and everyday dining preferences, mentioning fried chicken and watermelon.

Ecourts Paris Cleveland Plain Dealer

Quips and Quotes From The City Desk Scraps

A collage of wry lines on marriage weeds ouija boards and pennies. The Seattle Star cites a dam origin while Herman Rave urges daughters to promise not to smoke until 21. Rockefeller may reach 100 by virtue of wealth.

Herman Rave

Doctor helps patient in distress amid chaotic clipped chatter

A fragmentary exchange blends medical reassurance with unrelated quips. The misquoted banter touches on suffering, tariffs, beach censorship, and fashion, revealing a jumbled, stream of consciousness excerpt from a historical page.

Flight insurance gains pace for American air voyagers

A fragmented note states that England and the continent have long had flight insurance while American air travelers are just now gaining access. The text hints at broader coverage for transatlantic or regional airline passengers and the growing insurance market for aviation.

Air England Continent Voyagers

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R. C. Swartz Jeffersonville H. Edmund Sheerer Chicago R. R. Mulligan Harry G. Hogan Fort Wayne, Indiana Adele Garrison CCC Club Poets’ Corner L. H Mr. Keekton Seattle Star John D. Rockefeller Chia Tog Abash Ethel Kimbrel Interstate Public Service Company Robert. F. Bennett Spring St Sarah Cord Warder Marblehead E. Riverside Kantleek Spring Court Ave Fred A. Mason Jeffersonvi Lee Spirit Vedium Norma Gary West Breckinridge St Louisville, Ky Nofice Union Township County of Clark Spear Union
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