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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1920
Page
1
Readers cite support for Woodrow Wilson and third-term hopes while denouncing Democrats and praising Republicans. Commentary from multiple papers notes labor outlook, Monroe era nostalgia, and a broad pro Americanism stance amid interparty division.
Mr. Burleson lauds the aerial mail operation as marked by phenomenal success over the last two years. He says the nation would be pleased if this achievement could be echoed by the regular railway mail service in Uniontown area publication.
The Casper Wy Tribune notes the first congress session shows a forward looking program. It lauds the progressive path as the finest record for that period in American governance.
The Wayne Indiana News and Sentinel reports Kate Richard O Hare the anarchist is out of prison and criticizes Mothers of American soldiers as filthy Dromsens while Louis FL Post, an acknowledged Red, remains assistant secretary of labor. Both owe their positions to President Wilson’s grace and friendships.
The article contrasts price trends in France and the United States, noting France suffers wartime devastation and lacks a democratic administration. It argues that without changes in national policies France cannot spur price recovery or a return to normal conditions as observed in the U S.
Letters from readers highlight support for Republican leadership and a call to end Wilson era autocracy. Essays praise Harding and strike at Post and Burleson scandals while urging normalcy, fiscal restraint, and cheaper sugar through cost plus reform.
A joint filing with the Indiana Secretary of State confirms a merger of four telephone systems into Indiana Bell Telephone Company. The boards include Vail Thayer Wilson Bloom Brownell Wamypier Whitmean Hale and Breece. The Public Service Commission approved the merger with a capital of 15 million and multiple existing exchanges in Evansville New Albany Jeffersonville Bluffton and others. A $45 000 filing fee was noted. state statutes require a merger fee.
Smith and Hughes Garage operates in Jeffersonville as a modern repair facility for all auto types. Master mechanics repair all motors, offer quick accurate adjustments, and advertise the lowest prices.
Mrs. Wilhelmina Jackel Woerner, 61, wife of Frank P. Woerner Sr., died Wednesday at 4 PM at 242 Woerner Ave after nine weeks of throat illness. Born in Lentusville, Ke, she married Oct 8, 1878 and moved to the city in 1884. Survived by husband, son Frank P. Woerner of Ohio Falls, and sisters Mrs. Joseph Newberger of Kansas City Mo and Mrs. Geo Roegers Mauser of New York. Funeral at St. Anthony's Church Saturday morning.
Announcement for the Checkers show at Le Rose Theater with Thursday and Friday matinees. Advance ads list dates around the 26th to 30th and ticket detail.
The Adelphians traveled to Six Mile Island on the Dixie at Six Mile Island last Tuesday for an evening picnic. A fine supper was served to members including Mr. and Mrs. Albert Keller, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mahaffey, Mr. and Mrs. Otto Keller, Dr. and Mrs. Ernest Buckley, Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Schiesser, and Misses Eugenia Glossbrenedr and Janibelle Sparks.
Readers urged to cooperate with carriers as the paper rolls out a new tard system designed to ensure timely arrivals. If a subscriber fails to receive the paper regularly, call 100 to have the issue promptly adjusted.
William Bates known as the Digamist was released after paying 850 fine and 100 costs. In City Court Judge Stradley sentenced Barnes to seven hundred days and fined 50 with costs after both wives testified. An appeal was requested and bond set at 500. The trial revealed a second marriage occurred before divorce from Mrs. Barnes No. 1.
A noon telegram announced the sudden death of 23 year old Lyle Howard son of Mr and Mrs Chas Howard. He left for Louisville to stay with a friend and fell ill two hours before dying. He was born December 14 1896 and resided at 713 F Chestnut Street. Cause of death was not yet learned.
The preview lists showings at Le Rose Theater on Thursday and Friday with matinee performances. The notice repeats the dates and times amid an advertisement for Goodrich Tires stressing long mileage and value.
Announcement that The Star will not publish next Monday as employees take a full day of rest or activities. Readers are urged to remember the observance and join in celebrating the Declaration of American Independence.
Matinee at Le Roge Theater scheduled Thursday with advance ticket info 1464 guiding times and seating. Event details indicate multiple showings on Thursday including afternoon sessions.
The annual Womans Chair club picnic was held at Glenwood yesterday with members Ellis Heaton J B Taggart I A Johnyson Pete Girdler George R B Clark Amy McCann and Mrs Jesse Cacman of Louisville among the party. The group left the city on the 11:30 a m car and enjoyed a delightful feast in a grove setting noted for quiet and natural beauty.
The Clark County Milling Co offers Flavo flour praised as the lightest and whitest for bread cakes and biscuits used in Jeffersonville homes. The ad urges customers to ask for Flavo Flour and notes it pays to patronize home industry.
Dr. Harry Kent Smith reports feeling much better after his stay at Dawson Springs Ky, the Souths finest health resort, and says he expects to be home Saturday.
A retired merchant describes giving his wife a glycerine mixture with buckthorn bark in Adler-i-ka for catarrh of the stomach. He claims one kettle produced great results as the remedy acts on both bowels to remove foul matter and relieve sour stomach and gas. The ad touts Adler-i-ka as preventing appendicitis and cites Citizens' Drug Store.
Advertising note claims Doants Oint Lobx offers relief for itching skin trouble piles eczema salt rheum hives and scalp conditions including scald head hornes seabies and similar ailments. Product promoted as available at all stores.
The piece notes varied Fourth of July activities in Clark County from private picnics to boat rides and big picnics. It promises plenty of food and humor, inviting Mr and Mrs American Citizen to celebrate with races dancing and races near Memphis at Howells Grove on July 3, and other old fashioned entertainments.
The Library will host a musical this evening at 4 30 featuring patriotic readings such as Your Flag and My Flag and a descriptive reading of Paul Revere's Rides with accompanying effects. Adults and children are invited to attend.
A county schools official reports a letter from State Superintendent L N Hines urging township trustees to act as depository merchants for school textbooks. He cites 1913 and 1917 laws and notes book shortages last year and potential costs next year. A rental ad for a four room furnished house appears among the text.
A city excursion on a wood steamer named America is organized by the Civic Club for 60 participants. Volunteers prepare meals and logistics for a day of rides to the grove, with 2 PM departure from Wall Street and a focus on frugal, home made fare. Financial reporting and ticket settlements are urged by Friday.
A pretty honor party at 510 Chestnut Street hosted by Mr and Mrs Curtis last night honored Miss Thelma Bradbury of Bradstown Kentucky. The event featured dancing with the Negro Jazz Band and dainty refreshments as guests mingled late into the evening. Present were Miss Mildred Melville and Miss Edna among others.
The Rose Hill school executive officers adopt resolutions in memory of Nora Mayfield who died last Thursday. The document expresses sympathy from the Parent Teachers Association and lists the names of officers and committee members who sign and send copies to the family and local papers.
The Board of Managers of the Old Ladies Home meets Thursday at 3 00 at the Home. The Morton Memorial Aid Society holds an all day meeting Thursday. St Luke s Aid Society meets Thursday afternoon. D W BMM of the Christian Churchill picnic at Mr J M Clem s home Thursday afternoon. The Aid Society of Wesley Church Ohio Falls meets Thursday afternoon with Mrs Williams. Nan Burke of Wall Street Church Boy Scouts will exhibit Thursday night at the Community House in Speeds. Friday night the W H M S of Wall Street Church meets with Mrs W J Morris. Saturday the Women s Civic Club meets at Fern Grove. Bible Study at Ohio Falls Thursday. The English Child will meet Thursday night with Misses Marine.
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