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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1920
Page
3
A long look at Connie Mack's young Athletics hints at a rising core led by players from college and semipro lines. Reese and Walker emerge as key infield and outfield talents while veterans like Clarence Walker and Welch anchor the lineup. The piece notes the club's improving form and a shift from past woes toward potential success.
Warren McCray Republican candidate for governor continues a rapid speaking tour in Indiana. He has addressed Rotary clubs in Marion and farm and business interests, receiving strong support. He will speak at Whippecanoe county fair and other events as the state speakers bureau adds dates.
Real estate and farm properties offered with city listings and farm options. Insurance priced at low rates from reliable companies. Policies described as liberal and protective, likened to a U S Bond.
Long column of society personals lists returns from trips to Montreal Atlantic City New York Philadelphia and Washington with visits en route to Indianapolis to Mrs Thomas Strother and notes on Anna Fluke and others. Also mentions Diamond Pure Food cereals Diamond Crisp Flakes being marketed and a local plumbing ad praising Gillespie Son Master Plumbers and modern home fittings in Jeffersonville.
An advertisement touts Swiss Cleaners and Dyers as the leading cleaning establishment in Indiana or Kentucky serving Jeffersonville and Louisville with modern methods and premium fabrics. In Howard Park, Mrs. Nellie Lewis and Mr. William Beyl wed by Rev. F A Coyle with no attendants. both have prior marriages and families, and will reside at the groom’s home. Harry Jacobs, son of Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Jacobs, is ill with tonsillitis.
Misses Anna and Susie Beck return from a week with their sister. Mrs. Cecil Reed is formerly Miss Ella Beck of Anderson. An optician advertises Kryptoks eye glasses promising clearer reading and less eye fatigue, with near and far vision combined. See W. J. Morris Adv28.
Mr and Mrs William Franken berger of Louisville spent a week with Mr and Mrs Pat Mull holland of Claysburg and have returned home.
In a terse report a warning or threat is noted involving Mrs J B Badwards of Deanville directed at Mrs Heras William. The brief item gives minimal context and cites names without further detail.
Senator James B Watson Republican candidate for re election to the United States senate from Indiana is a noted, steadfast statesman and orator. A lawyer by training he rose from Winchester to Rushville, DePauw graduate, with four children two in the war. He has long chaired key committees and supported protectionist policy.
Mr Paulseull visits grandparents in Pairfield tara and Miss Anna Green joins Locust street group for St Louis trip. First Presbyterian Men s Friendship Class hosts wives and friends on Middle Road farm with watermelon served. Rev John Scull to Greencastle and College Corner Ohio for lectures. Grace Lindley to host Tri Kappa gathering on East Front street.
James Bk. Jr served in the Marine Corps as a private. Kath aryn S age 16 and Joseph C age 12 are mentioned. Mr Wyatson attends the historic country church in Washington and St Paul's Methodist in Rusaville with his family.
The Republican led congress trimmed government spending to thrift levels and saved funds by curbing appropriations. This enabled the final payment of $1.0 million on Victory notes issued in 1914, applying proceeds to reduce other government indebtedness rather than fund running expenses.
An old classified style notice promotes the New York Laundry offering class towels for men women and children. It declares gentle handling of every article and urges husbands to send laundry to a regular business with low prices and best work.
Wanted help for carpentry and cabinet making roles in Cincinnati Ohio. Positions include wood workers foremen machinists bench hands and varnishers. Good wages hours and working conditions offered. Apply in person or write for details to The Wood Trades Association of Cincinnati 306 Odd Fellows Temple Cincinnati Ohio.
The Graham Drug Co in Jeffersonville promotes its Palm Gardena Cafe as the only first class dining spot in town offering all you can eat. It emphasizes hot weather dining, pleasant service, and charming music. Advertisements feature Marry L. Beiling as part of the promo.
Miss Finev Ellen Baird daughter of Captain and Mrs Lewis C Baird of West Chestnut street and Rev A Gordon F Towkes of Fon du Lac Wisconsin will wed on September 16 at St Pauls Church.
BP 3 Sraun 5 10 and 25e Store saves 25 to 50 percent on all useful home articles. Complete line of kitchenette supplies Tipware Cranite Ware Crockery Lamps. Nearly everything you can think of for your home at genuine bargain prices.
KLUB KALANDER and Standard Bearers of Wall Street Church meet with Mrs. Dunham in the afternoon. Tri Kappas and Daughters of Rebekah hold evening gatherings with Miss Grace Lindley and Mrs. Belle Gaither. St Lukes Missionary and Christian Church groups host night sessions as Sunday School teachers convene.
All day gathering of Ladies Aid Society at Wall Street Church mirrors a busy slate including St. Lukes Aid Society in the afternoon, Meple Street Church Ladies at Mrs. C. C. Prinz, with St. Lukes Brotherhood and Rebekah Lodge events in the evening. Evening notes mention Friendship Club, Mens Bible Class, and Epworth League activities with a church hike at 7 o clock.
The Epworth League of Park Church hosts a Saturday afternoon picnic at Glenwood Park. Activities include games and fellowship for members and families in the community.
An advertisement extols Boyce's Sweet Shop as a premier ice cream and candy store offering chocolates creams and caramels and appetizing sodas. It invites customers to try the products and return with friends for better health.
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