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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1920
Page
1
A state board report summarizes parole outcomes since the law took effect. Of about 15 405 paroled individuals from various institutions, 26.8 percent violated conditions or were returned to custody. Figures cover reentries, revocations, and discharges under supervision with several hundred parolees noted as technical violations.
A group of 35 representatives met at the Jeffersonville Canning Co office to launch a wholesale grocery venture. They discussed stock selling, projected capitalization, and issuing 2000 shares at par value, aiming to raise about 50 000 dollars and begin selling to interested parties next week.
A flood watch and warning are in effect for Evansville and nearby rivers including the Green, Barren, Wabash and White systems. Officials expect rising water levels through the weekend with multiple river segments at risk. Residents report recent high flows and travel disruptions as authorities monitor conditions and issue advisories.
Fragmented text discusses candy prices and government response. Mentions Secretary of Agriculture and market influence on consumer costs. Appears to reflect questions about fair pricing and temporary measures to observe effects.
Four South Bend grocers faced municipal court fines for selling groceries on Sunday. Judge Frank Gilmer suspended the fines and costs after warning against a repeat offense. The arrests stemmed from affidavits by Delrap Baer, secretary of the South Bend Grocers and Butchers Association, tied to a Sunday closing agreement. Two defendants, who were Jewish, admitted they did not observe Saturday as the Sabbath.
Pearl White stars in The Black Secret feature of a thousand sensations starting Wednesday January 14 at the Dream Theatre. Don’t miss the first episode. Wanted waitress apply at the Home Restaurant Mrs. Harrod.
Ph Armstrong filed the final report in the office of Circuit Clerk Ernest E Jacobs as administrator of the estate of John M Patten. The filing shows assets of 447.50 and credits of 27617, leaving a balance of 7005 for distribution.
In the circuit office Ernest Jacobs filed a form by Bennett L. Gwin to qualify as a Notary Public. The security or surety is Charles B. Gwin.
Joseph Ewing Arthur O Neil and Win Raids were appointed deputy sheriffs this morning by Sheriff Dugan. They will serve at the Car works.
Mrs Eliza Jane Robinson 80 fell into an open fireplace at her New Washington home on Friday morning. Her clothing ignited and she suffered severe burns. she died at midnight after lingering from injuries. She was the widow of William M Robinson and mother of George Robinson. Funeral is planned for tomorrow.
The couple Scott Cook and Willie Scott wed in Lexington after Mil Coan’s home ceremony in Port Pulte. Cook, son of the late Joshua Cook, has lived in Lexington and California, and represents the Burrough Addins Machine Company. Friends wish them happiness in their new relation.
Church announces class meeting at 9 a m and Sunday School at 6 15. Pastors preach at 11 and 7 30 with evangelistic services beginning that day. Evening preaching continues through the week. Study topics include Busy Here and There and The Life Implied. Epworth League meets at 6 30 urging youth support for spiritual work.
Sunday School begins with Rev Chas Fo Peerane preaching at Phacim and the Young People's Society meets at 6 30 pm. Prayer Meeting Thursday at 7 30 pm. Morning theme Rediscovery of Exploits Through Prayer. Evening theme The Heart Occupied yet Unoccupied. Messages offered to all with good singing and welcoming words.
The First Presbyterian Church announces a Bible School at 9:30 a.m. and Friendship Bible Study. Morning worship at 10:30 a.m. with a sermon on Progression for Stagnation. Evening worship at 7:30 p.m. and Christian Endeavor at 6:30 p.m. Mid-week prayer on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m.
David A L Winter will lead the Sunday School Bible study at 9:30 am and morning worship with a sermon on The Local Church Not an Isolated Unit. Evening service at 7:30 pm will feature The Symbol of the Divine Presence. Christian Endeavor at 6:45 pm. Elders and Deacons installation planned. Officers and committees to be appointed. Church extends cordial invitation.
Maple Street M E Church lists Samuel Reid as pastor. Sunday School opens at 9:30 a.m. A full phrase indicates ongoing activities or attendance with no further details in the readable text.
The report notes higher deaths and increased births during the blizzard affected period. Jeffersonville records the oldest resident’s death, with Pierre and 668 white females among those who died. Traffic and postal services suffered delays across Indiana as trains, buses, and streetcars encountered heavy snow and sleet.
A terse note from the page prints a playful reference to a morning routine or feature on a newspaper page. It mentions Sinties in relation to boys and girls with no clear event or location. The fragment hints at a recurring column or ad targeting youth readers.
Mrs Caldwell reads favorites and new tales to young listeners at the library. The session highlights familiar figures like Hansel and Gretel and The Beast, with questions and assertions fueling lively discussion.
A parish notice announces preaching at 2 30 p m and Evens League at 6 45 p m with prayer greeting on Wednesday at 7 0 et. The public is invited to all services.
Dr S S L Baldavin and Vice President Howard Park Ome Be will discuss The Sixth Prone oat at the Howard Park M B Church on Sunday evening.
The First Christian Church presents sermons on The Reality and Power of Prayer Rediscovered and The Dynames Without Which We Fail, highlighting renewed spiritual focus and the role of faith in daily life.
Rev J Bo Goleman hosts Sunday School at 9:30 A M with morning service at 10:00 and evening service at 7:00 P M all are invited to attend.
Roads into Shelbyville are impassable as a severe snow and ice storm hits early today. Rail service lags, interurban schedules are ignored, trees and limbs block streets, orchards suffer heavy damage, telephone lines fail, rural mail routes are undelivered across the counties.
The Jeffersonville side ferry dock, owned by the Louisville and Jeffersonville Ferry Company, sank as river levels rose. No relief is possible until conditions subside, with ferries Transit Pilgrim and George Rogers Clark moved to canal shelter and Indiana boats removed, leaving the Indiana shore boatless.
Mrs. Carrie Yarbrough, widow of John Yarbrough, aged 65, died at home 408 West Maple. Funeral arrangements not completed. Survivor include a daughter Mrs. Price of Ep Pase Texas. Mrs. Yarbrough was a member of Omidaukes Reformed Church. Rev. David A. Winter to conduct services.
A surprise party last night on El Chrestrat Street honoredMisses Mavie and Emily. Attendees included Adele Hunckler Catherine Bisel Martha Mc Kee Josephine Melee Cathierinne Beutel Mary Ruck Marie Wiesender Margaret Wiesender Anna Belle Miller Carl Miller Ethel Weber Louis Plunler Carl Plunler and others.
Mos Davis departs a tent to visit daughter Mes Harry Poet al Giary, a brief personal note reported in local columns.
Gorbseal Leache Mien and Mrs Heney Leal past Palen announce their son Clarence Beach received an award on January 3 at Jennings Lan. pon for Miss Earl Giaisseau. They reside in Weleleha where Mr Leach has worked about a year. Leach is 20 and his bride is 14 of French descent.
Jonas GG. Howard, former law partner of the late Mo Z. Shamir, is appointed local attorney for the Louisville division of the Pennsylvanian Lines with Clark County jurisdiction. John Ayneston of Columbus is named district attorney to transfer headquarters to Columbus for Madison Canrybridge City branches. Howard also becomes attorney for Southern Railway Company Monon and American Gar Foundry Company, succeeding Ma. Stannard.
A county treasurer announces a house to house canvass in mid January to collect all delinquent taxes, urging voluntary settlement at his office to avoid extra costs and an unhappy duty. James E. Gray County Treasurer. uit dan. 14-20
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