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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1916
Page
1
The piece outlines Democratic and Republican factions negotiating patronage between parties for the next session. It notes calls to divide state Senate patronage, with Democratic and Republican leaders weighing contingency plans and committee allocations amid party power plays.
A 27 year old man, John Schraeder, was rescued from the Ohie River falls near the river by a gasolline launch Tadiana crew and divers from the United States. Lifesavers towed him to safety after a perilous river plunge. Meanwhile an unrelated ad invites readers to buy stock in Amal Gamated Oilo with promises of dividends and rapid growth.
Dream Phoacter in OWillain box production showcases Bertha Haleih in Arbiben with another feature and added vahedeville on the program. Patrons at the Jaream should not miss the show. Sunday night a public pitch titled Pose Whoa Pol will be shown.
Wil Parker an ape man with tat cone reshavewed owtth infoxication was given a chance to leave the cus. Treston Spencer was arrested and committed to jail on an Oded dine.
Grand jury in Clark County Circuit Court returns numerous indictments for crimes including felonies and thefts. some returns remain sealed. A will of John Franck is filed bequeathing his entire estate to his wife. At issue are charges against Geare Porner and C Baldwan for defrauding and other offenses. nearby cases include James Nawos charged with petit larceny thefts valued at 42 dollars from Louis Puonipeson.
The will of John Wobranes Jr who died this week was submitted for probate. The instrument was signed April 4, 1007 in the presence of Wilmer Fox and E Schimpffer. It leaves debts paid and his personal estate to wife Mary Franck, with her named executor and estate appointed to manage the estate.
Two high school basketball games are set for the Jefferson High School gym tonight. The F Hoos boys team will face Laerance, with local players Eckert Haters Potter Benne Ogden Taggart Y Wauss Nachand on hand. The J WS girls will meet the Business Women's Club of Louisville, as the reetters band provides music. The gym now offers improved seating for several hundred spectators.
Henry Stender Jr. of Jeffersonville was riding a wild horse when it panicked and threw him. He suffered severe cuts and bruises and was unconscious for about ten hours but later recovered enough to be expected to get along.
Mary FE Weber files for divorce from William Weber claiming abandonment and cruel treatment since their marriage on March 24 this year. She seeks alimony of 8500. home listed as Utica.
Half a million dollars in Christmas Savings checks, totaling about 2500 payments, were distributed today by Citizens Trust Company with local post office carriers assisting. The 1817 Club launches Monday December Yth and aims for record membership as funds are paid in cash. merchants are ready to cash checks in Jeffersonville tonight.
A 16 year old tuberculosis patient pleads to work to support her mother as doctors say she has no bedspace. She weighs 119 pounds earlier, now 115 and is on a waiting list with “no room” in the hospital. Red Cross donations fund patient care for consumptive lives.
The article promotes the Overland Model 85 touring sedan aimed at year round use. It outlines features for winter and summer driving, including removable door sections, five passenger capacity, dual folding top arrangement, luxurious interior, silk curtains, and automatic door operation for ease and safety.
Workers at the focal plant of the American Car and Foundry Company were settled for the last half of November and paid at 42 o clock today. Overtime is heavy and the largest workforce in years is employed. Other Jeffersonville institutions also paid off today.
Minnie Riddle, secured from Chicago Bureau of Safety, will tour Jeffersonville schools starting Monday to teach children accident prevention. She recently finished a similar effort in New Albany and brings extensive experience in safety education. The local Traction Company safety department endorsed the plan, and school leaders support the initiative.
Mrs Susan Carlin longtime Utica resident died last evening at her daughter Mrs Homer Bottorff 521 East Seventh street after a period of bedfast illness. Born September 13 1848 in Owen township she was 68. Survived by Benton Gartin husband four children Mrs Bottorff Mrs John Dunn Edward Carlin and Thomas Carlin. She was a member of Utica Methodist Episcopal church. Funeral services Sunday afternoon at the Bottorff residence with private interment at Walnut Ridge cemetery.
Citizens prepare for a public patriotic celebration Monday night marking the centennial of statehood. Flags will fly as schools join in the commemorations with plans for a village gathering and a patriotic meeting to honor the anniversary and city history.
A fragmented notice reports an honor for Perry brand figure linked to the National Young Men's Democratic League. The text references committee roles, presidential side matters, and party activities amid scattered names and events, indicating recognition within a party context.
A series of fires struck the city during harvest season causing damage across several blocks. Authorities report ongoing investigations as residents assess losses and the fire department restores power and safety to affected areas.
PANNER DONOVAN Phe barties Character Singer featuring Pheeb Gat GP Welly Ote saual Run of Seven Reels.
Bible School session reports focus on the Loss By Neglect with morning preaching and afternoon at 1:30 p.m. Evening topics address dangers in industry, society, and politics as reflected by church programs and a 0:30 broadcast segment.
The fragment lists Presbyterian church events with Rev Arthur Hale Neenes in Winisee Morrie worship and sermons titled The Man Who Fails and The Man Who World Not tore. It mentions evening worship, classes, a Friday event, a speaker Miss Amelia Haas, and a range meeting with service times indicated, plus attendance notes and schol details.
Clipped obscure notice lists Rev. Hog Clippinger and Bible School leaders with a garbled title and phrases about Chow Kings Command and Tepworth Leagues led by Pisslain.
Fragmented church notices describe Sunday School at Ossaloo and English morning services. Evening services at 7 30. Men to conduct canvass meet Friday evening. Members told to stay home until the canvass begins.
Rev. Alg Becker, pastor, announces a morning service with English hymns and a social greeting period. The event includes a church gathering at 2200 hours and a cordial invitation to parishioners and visitors from Lenisville and surrounding areas.
Pay. W. Go. Wiens pastor conducts Sunday sermons on ninety six lessons. Tevin Saboeth preaches on the subject after saved vessels. Loyal workers meet at 80. Tenie: The Teprevity and Location of Judgment led by Aleta Daley. Preaching for 72 hours with the Church's Opportunity as the subject.
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