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Jeffersonville Star

Location

Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1920

Page

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New Against Old Battle Over League Dominance Opens

Geneva December 8 Canadian delegate N W Ro well warned the assembly that Canada and other non European powers would not yield to European control of the League of Nations. Reavell feared distant non European nations would send second class diplomats allowing Europe to steer the talks. Australia aligned with Canada widening the rift in British representation.

Geneva League of Nations N. W. Rowell Assembly Canada League Fairopéda Reavell Australia

Tenth Annual Corn Show Opposed by Europe League

A chaotic editorial note mocks a charity event while reporting a plan from New World to oppose Europe League and the Tenth Annual Corn Show. The piece weaves commentary on tax raises and stock actions by Electric Light Trust and Southern Pacific Railroad amid speculative financial claims.

Europe

Thanking Friends After Burial of Daughter C sn dia

A brief note expresses sincere thanks to Ree Scull and wife, the singers, and all neighbors and friends who aided with sympathy and good offices during the sickness and burial of my daughter C sndia.

Ree C'sndia

Bazaar by Sprint Hill PTA Draws Large Crowd

The Sprint Hill Parent-Teacher Association bazaar on Saturday was a success, clearing over $100 to buy a victrola. Vendors sold cakes pies preserves jellies home made candy ice cream and fancy work. A country store and program filled the night with a large crowd in attendance.

Sprint Hill Parent-Teacher Association Sehon

Doctor Peyton Returns to Jeffersonville Practice

David C. Peyton M D Adv announces his return to Jeffersonville and his resumed medical practice. He occupies the same office at 311 Spring St with hours 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9 PM.

Jeffersonville Spring St David C. Peyton M. D Dee

Cox Willing to Name Willis to Harding Seat

Columbus Ohio December 8 Governor Cox telegraphed Senator Harding offering to appoint United States Senator elect Willis to succeed Harding immediately if Harding desires. The Governor said he would be most happy to make the appointment with Harding planning to resign in January.

Columbus.o Cox Harding United States Willis Senate

Lady grateful for help received from Mayrs Wonderful Remedy

A woman reports 45 years of stomach and liver trouble with gas bloating and heart flutters. After trying medicines, a druggist advised Mayrs Wonderful Remedy and she feels like a new woman able to eat anything. The ad claims the remedy removes mucus from the intestines and allays inflammation. Money-back guarantee. Sold by Ben Doolittle and druggists everywhere.

Mayrs Ben Doolittle Adv

Japan US ship race and naval lessons in wartime views

A scattered opinion piece compares Japan and the United States in naval vessel building and strategy, criticizing big battleships and praising submarines and airpower. It notes Allied perspectives, wartime lessons from the Dardanelles, and calls for focus on submarine and torpedo technology while mocking current Air Board leadership. It also diverts to an unrelated health column on foot mechanics and posture tips.

Japan United States

Reverend Nash Leads Clothing Firm By Golden Rule

The former preacher Arthur Nash now heads a clothing company and profits by the Golden Rule. He took over with plans to wind it up, but his fair treatment of workers and customers created success, illustrating honesty over greed and a humane business model.

Arthur Nash Mr. Nash

Forty nine clemency pleas filed before Indiana pardon board

Indianapolis December session opens with forty nine pleas for clemency before the State Pardon Board. Among them are fourteen lifers including John G Reas of Gibson county and Thomas H Snman of Shelby county who seek release after murder convictions. Additional lifers from Wayne Marion Floyd and others also plead, with burglars among the other applicants.

Indianapolis State Pardon Board John G. Reas Gibson County Thomas H. Snman Shelby County John Knapp Wayne County Thos. H. Shouse Marion County John Baker Floyd John Maury Kfoamusko Herman Wreisht Marion Leslie Reundrant Shelby

Reformers challenge Sunday blue laws in public debate

The writer questions proposed changes to Sunday rest rules and cites the Fourteenth Amendment, arguing reformers threaten citizens' privileges by restricting leisure rights. The piece defends individual choice to play or watch on rest days and critiques attempts to enforce a uniform Sunday observance.

United States

Sour Sunday sermon on religion and free exercise

The passage contrasts two kinds of religion, praising cheerful faith while criticizing reformers who would impose a sour, joyless version. It cites the First Amendment’s protection of religious free exercise, noting its 130 year history.

Rights and Sabbath in a Reform Era Rhetoric

A critique argues against prohibitions on free exercise of cheerful religion, asserting the Sabbath was made for man not reformers or bigots, and condemns hypocrites and meddling reformers.

Visitors from Louisville visit Seymour for special buying trip

A Carter-Collins Co store in Seymour hosted a buying excursion from Louisville and nearby cities. About 15 to 150 visitors rode interurban cars, shopped all evening, enjoyed a private orchestra, and were served lunch at the store. Claude W Carter credited the plan to past shoppers who found better value.

Carter-Collins Company Seymour Louisville Jefferson Ile Nea Albany Carter-Collings Carter- Collins Claude W Carter Seymou Jeffersonville

Dealers Display Holiday Stocks

Local merchants prepare for Christmas shopping with a large selection and lower prices. Early shopping avoids last minute rush, giving buyers time to choose and save. Prices have fallen in many lines as merchants offer reduced rates to attract customers before Christmas.

Funeral of William Fawcett at North Spring Street home

The funeral for William Fawcett was held at 2 o'clock yesterday afternoon at his North Spring Street home. Rev J T Scull officiated and Odd Fellows services followed. Burial was in Walnut Ridge Cemetery with pallbearers from Excelsior Encampment No 144 and Tabor Lodge No 92.

William Fawcett North Spring Street J. T. Scull Odd Fellows Walnut Ridge Cemeter Odd Fellow Excelsior Encampment Tabor Lodge No James Smithers George Worthington Harry Long Charles Rose Albert Kellar J. C. Bussey

Badly Scalded Child, Ohio Falls Case Report

Dora Elizabeth Hoskin daughter of Mr and Mrs John Hoskin of Ohio Falls pulled a tub of hot water scalding one side of her body. Doctors say the extent of burns will take a few days to determine. Mr Lee Sparks of Chicago, visiting on business, stayed briefly with his parents Mr and Mrs Nathan Sparks yesterday.

Dora Elizabeth Hoskin John Hoskin Ohio Falls Lee Sparks Chicago Nathan Sparks

Real Estate Ads Highlight Indiana and Kentucky Properties

Coots Bros. Gill promote city and farm properties in Indiana and Kentucky as solid investments. The W F M S of Wall Street Church hosted a well attended meeting at Miss Kate Veasey home with devotions, lessons, songs, and a Christmas tree offering of 35.79 for Dr. Rebecca Parrish and Miss Anna Parsoni’s return passages.

Coots Bros. & Gill Park County Wall Street Kate Veasey J. T. Scull Helen Brightwell Grace Wilson Anna Jacobs Rebecca Parrish Anna Parsoni Lena Scearce

Legislation Push Ahead As Minor Leaders Press Action

Minors congressional leaders were urged by Secretion Houston to push action on soldiers bonus legislation before enactment of tax resistance measures. The effort aimed to ease burdens from treaties and ensure support for the bonus amid heavy obligations. Gienger & Co promotes farm machinery and boosts yields with Wallis teams. Sunday at Wesley Chapel saw 21 new church members.

Washtoeben Secretion Houston Hotsios Wesley Chapel Ohio Falls

Gift of sweets from the president reaches Mrs Green

Mrs Green who waved to the president and Mrs Wilson on daily rides gave them handmade gifts a blue woolen scarf and embroidery. The president later sent a box of sweets to the Green family, making the gift a cherished heirloom in this small Washington story.

William Ail Green Washington

The Electric Shop Ad Offers All Electric Goods

An advertisement touts The Electric Shop as the one stop for electric needs including batteries, electric trans, sweepers, washing machines and lighting. It promises volts at all times and highlights a broad retail selection.

Clark County corn show promotes rich harvest and premiums

The ninth annual Clark County corn show at Lindley’s Shed store on December 8 promises the county’s best displays yet. Prizes totaling about 120 dollars will be awarded, with judging by Peter J. Lux of Shelbyville and a lecture by “America’s Corn King” following the event.

Lindley’s Lindley Shee Corm Clark Femeriéo Ins Vent Peter J. Lux Shelpyville Mp Tan

Seals Aim To Combat Tuberculosis In Jeffersonville

Jeffersonville residents are urged to buy tuberculosis awareness seals to fund anti tuberculosis work. The campaign stresses community protection and the value of nurses in public health. Supporters are asked to place seals in every available location to spread the message and aid efforts to stamp out the disease.

England May Open Negotiation

London reports the British government may begin formal diplomatic representations to the United States over De Valera's declarations. The announcement was made in the House of Commons by government spokesman A. Bonar Law.

London United States Devalera Irish Republic House of Commons A. Bonar Law

Chas L. Founds Laundry Ad Promises Finest Cleaning

Local laundry advertises top quality garment care in Jeffersonville. It touts shirt, color and underwear cleaning with careful handling, offering laundering, pressing and master cleaning service claimed as the best on earth.

Chas. L Jeffersonville

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