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Jeffersonville Star

Location

Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1914

Page

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Tents at Glenwood Park Open Chautauqua Assembly

Glenwood Park hosts the annual Chautauqua Assembly with hundreds visiting the tents and special street cars. Tonight a large audience is expected for Hon. Charles Warren Fairbanks former Vice President delivering the 8 15 lecture preceded by 6 30 concert by the Park Orchestra and 9 45 Norton Band and Orchestra.

Glenwood Park Chautauqua Assembly Chautariqua Traction Company Charles Warren Fairbanks Park Orchestra Norton Band Fairbanks

Sunday Program At Park With Music And Talks

Sunday activities feature 1 00 Concert Park Orchestra 2 15 Prelude Norton Band and Orchestra 3 38 0 Sermon Dr John Westley Uill 5 30 Concert Park Orchestra 6 45 Vesper Service 7 59 Sacred Prelude Norton Band and Orchestra 8 30 Illustrated Lecture Chas N Payne 19 Bible Pictures Boating and skiff riding offered on Silver Creek with meals provided by New Albany church women for visitors.

Park Orchestra Norton John Westley Uill Chas N Payne Silver Creek New Albany

Pool of blood spurs crime search near Kokomo

Sheriff McDaniel and two deputies searched the Leffel farm three miles south of Kokomo after a Friday sighting of a large blood pool in the garden. Bloodhounds failed to locate a victim or culprit as footprints appeared and faded amid a Thursday night scream. No one is reported missing in the area.

Kokomo Ind McDaniel C. F. Leffel

Remains of Mrs Meyers Interred at Walnut Ridge Cemetery

The remains of Mrs Susanna Meyers wife of Peter Meyers were removed from the vault and given last burial at Walnut Ridge Cemetery yesterday. The service was led by Rev W H Wylie at Walnut Street M E church.

Susanna Meyers Peter Meyers Walnut Ridge Cemetery W. H. Wylie Waistreet M. E. Church

Hoosier Dandy Bread Ad Aims to Help Your Favorite Win Car

A vintage advertisement urges readers to eat Hoosier Dandy Bread to support their favorite contender in a car prize promotion. The notice promotes the brand and the sweepstakes without detailing official terms.

Sunday Dinners at Reilly Hotel Jeffersonville

Regular meals 36c and special Sunday dinners 35c offered by WM Engelhart proprietor of the Reilly Hotel Jeffersonville Indiana. Public notice invites patrons to dine at the hotel with affordable meal options.

Reilly Hotel Jeffersonville Ind WM. Engelhart

Don’t Lose Sleep Coughing at Night With Foley’s

An old advertisement touts Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound as fast acting cough relief. It claims the medicine soothes inflamed throats and air passages, loosens chest tightness, and eases wheezing. The copy notes mild laxative effects and warns against substitutes and opiate content. It targets children and sensitive stomachs while promising immediate comfort.

Foley

Charlestown Board Adopts Resolution to Abolish School Corporation

The Charlestown town board approved dissolving the town school corporation and transferring school property to Township Trustee Samuel Williams. Williams will ensure school facilities for both town and township. The board favors the current site for the proposed school building, with township authorities agreeing to build on a site selected by the town board. The present building was formerly the Clark County Courthouse.

Charlestown Samuel Williams Williams Clark County

Sunday Services and Sunday School Schedule

Churches hold Sunday School at 9 45 o clock with morning and evening services. The evening topic by Pastor Rev O G McGuire at 7 30 is Where Do We Go When We Die.

O. G. McGuire

Park M. E. Church Sunday schedule and notices

Sunday school at 9. Preaching at 1 30 subject The Spirit of Christ. Junior League at 1 30 Epworth League at 7. Preaching at 8 subject It Takes Courage To TD Little Things. Ladies Aid Wednesday afternoon at the par age. Prayer meeting Wednesday 8.

Christ

Taken Sick on Train Delayed Stop in Charlestown

Miss Mayme Lutz of Charlestown, returning from Cincinnati with friends, was seized by a severe illness believed caused by overheating while hurrying to catch a car. The train stopped at Charlestown to set her off and she was taken home.

Mayme Lutz Charlestown Cincinnati

First Presbyterian Church Morning Service Announcement

The First Presbyterian Church invites all to attend the 10:50 morning service this Sunday. The pastor will preach on The Standing Orders of the Church. There is no evening service due to a union service at Warder Park.

First Presbyterian Church Warder Park

Widow Reynolds Granted Civil War Pension

The widow of Civil War veteran John M. Reynolds, Elizabeth Reynolds, has been granted a pension of 12 dollars per month after his death a few weeks ago.

John M. Reynolds Elizabeth Reynolds

Investigation Held Into Man’s Killing By Unknown Sh

Coroner M. Coats examined several witnesses regarding the killing of George Stensen last Monday night by a shot from an unknown source. The coroner will render his findings later.

Fioman M. Coats George Stensen Coats

Parasol Stand Adjutant to the Girls Boudoir

An elaborate parasol stand for a girl's boudoir is advised as a practical yet decorative feature. It should match the room’s chintz upholstery or be a painted wood design in gilt, silver, or white enamel, topped with a large pink or blue bow for a festive touch.

Resigns Bank Job to Become Postmaster

Harry Bellows resigns as assistant cashier at the Borden State Bank to assume duties as postmaster of Borden. Clarence McKinley succeeds him as assistant cashier.

Borden Harry Bellows Borden State Bank Clarence McKinley

Park Church Excursion To Madison On Carmania

Park Methodist Episcopal church in Port Fulton announces its annual excursion on August 7 to Madison aboard the steamer Carmania. Members and others are asked to await further announcements.

Union Services At War Der Park This Sunday

A large crowd last week advertised a splendid service and invites all to attend another outdoor meeting Sunday evening at War der Park if weather permits. Rev Charles I Truby of First Presbyterian Church will preach at 7 29 p m with services at Wall Street M E Church when trains arrive. Everyone is welcome to join.

Warder Park Wall Street M. E Charles I. Truby First Presbyterian Church

Fads of Fashion Highlight Delicate Summer Textiles

The article notes blouses in fine cotton crepe and voile rival lingerie in delicacy and beauty with open-work embroidery on sailor and cape collars. It cites negligee shirtwaist collars, lace yokes and undersleeves, Viyella for outdoor wear, a new lustrous silk, velvet millinery, straw hats with velvet touches, and bridesmaid frocks with bordered chiffons and marquisettes.

Indiana Priest Appointed Head of College in Texas

The Rev. Emil DuWolfh of South Bend was appointed President of St. Edward's College in Austin Texas by the Holy Cross, succeeding Rev. John Boland who becomes president of Columbia University in Portland Ore. Notre Dame officers remain: Rev. John Cavanaugh president Rev. Matthew Walsh vice president Rev. Matthew Schumaker director of studies.

South Bend Ind Emil DuWolfh St. Edward’s College Austin Tex Order of the Holy Cross Notre Dame John Boland Columbia University Portland Ore John Cavanaugh Mathew Walsh Mathew Schumaker

Local residents travel for family visits

Mrs. Sarah Glossbrenner of the area visited Columbus to see her daughter Mrs. Omma Davis. Clarence Reynolds from Hickman Ky is expected in a few days to visit his parents Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Reynolds. Mrs. John Rohrmen returned from Bellare Ohio where she visited daughter Mrs. T. A. Duckworth.

Sarah Glossbrenner Columbus Omma Davis Clarence Reynolds Hickman W. M. Reynolds John Rohrmen Bellare T. A. Duckworth

For Sale Brick Flat and Cottage Central Location

For sale a brick flat of 10 rooms and bath with a brick cottage adjoining very centrally located on a city car line at a desirable corner. Rents readily and has all conveniences. Will sell cheap for cash if taken at once or on easy terms. Party changing climate for health. Call 94 Cumberland or 129 Market street. Adv. 7 11.

Bath Cumberland Phone Market Street

Dream Theater Review Notes Mixed Bohemia Film Paths

A fragmented 1910s era review lists films like A Fulness of Bohemia and Her Friend the Band, noting pathos and sentiment while mentioning Sener Mill Be as a referenced element. The text appears as a fragmented cinema vignette.

Bohemia

Tonight Spieth's Cabaret Pianist Miss PDITH

A fragment notes a cabaret show featuring Spieth with pianist Miss PDITH waning soloist Violi Wheatley in a likely advertisement context.

Spieth Edith Weber Wheatley Glasscock

Bank Run Settles at Citizens Trust Company

After a bank run tied to rumors, Citizens Trust Company in Louisville resumed normal operations. About $60,000 was paid out. deposits and confidence recovered as customers redeposited funds. Bank officials and nearby firms supported stability with no long-term withdrawals.

Citizens Trust Company Trust Department Savings Department John C. Zulauf Loan Association Louisville Aanapolis

Bank Reports Excellent Condition Under Supervision

Local businessmen conducted routine deposits at the bank yesterday with heightened deposits. The bank operates under Federal and State supervision and latest reports to the Controller of the Currency as of June 30 show it to be in excellent condition.

Insect

Star Ad Encourage Vacation Reader Subscriptions

An adv promotes sending the Star to vacation addresses with homey updates. It promises a convenient daily visitor during summer travels and claims mail delivery nationwide at 10 cents per week, highlighting ongoing happenings and familiarity.

United States

Dinner Guests Clash Over Family Pedigree

In a Pittsburgh era social tale the Pilkersons host the Hathaways for dinner. Reginald Pilkerson, age six, and the Hathaway children share a corner table as polite discourse gives way to sharp taunts. A later outburst reveals Reginald boasting his father devoured an entire dish of pudding in two mouthfuls.

Pilkersons Hathaways Reginald Reynald Pilterton

English emigrants plan new town with grand cemetery

Cortelyeu recalls an English leader out West who says his caravan will found a town with all essentials. He points to an old feeble man and proclaims the man will help open the new cemetery, asserting every member will do an important duty.

Cortelyeu Aima Dave Fet Buffalo

Delayed Lesson sparks reformer’s pointed question

Bridget faced her mistress’s attempts at correction as the reformer answered with a bright smile asking what purpose delay in sharing had been given them for. The exchange unfolds with a cajoling tone and a hint of moral instruction.

Bridget

Double Personality Landlady Refuses Room to Twin Occupants

A quirky note from the Brooklyn Eagle reports a landlady who declares she only takes single men and asks a visitor for clarity as to whether twins are involved. The exchange highlights mistaken identity and a comic misunderstanding.

Wigson Brooklyn Eagle

Savings Interest Credits At Citizens Trust And Bank

Semi annual interest due June 30 on savings accounts will be credited on July 1. Depositors with Citizens Trust Company and Citizens National Bank should bring pass books to the savings department for credit and call for them after the 10th.

Citizens Trust Company Citizens National Bank

Selling canvassers wanted for paint and varnish goods

Old established Finishing Products Co of Cleveland seeks canvassers to sell a new line of paint and varnish products. Earn $30 to $40 weekly on sight selling. No competitions. Adv. notice targets salesmen.

the Finishing Products Co Cleveland, C

Foley's Honey and Tar Compound Advertises Asthma Relief

A Wisconsin reader testifies to Foley's Honey and Tar helping asthma and hay fever by soothing swollen membranes and easing breathing. The ad claims a half bottle cured a severe lung condition and urges readers to buy from Pen Doolittle.

Foley Mia Agatha Lopgacker du Lac Wis Pen Doolittie

Shively Plans Capitation Act Behind Executioner

Washington July 11 Senator Shively prepares a de capitating act behind the executioner if there is halt ing of his arm Edward H Schmik United States marshal for Indiana is the official marked for the executioner's block Schmidt's resignation was requested but not forthcoming Shively says Schmidt has shown unusual consideration and will be removed after fifteen months under a Democratic administration then offered resignation and refused

Washington Shively Gimger Edward H. Schmik United States Indiana Schmidt

Senator Kern Silent on Indiana Marshal Removal

Senator Kern avoided taking a stance on the removal of United States marshal for the district of Indiana, Mark Storenyle Edward W. Schmidt, with the notice noting Schmidt's removal rather than resignation. The attorney general has not advised on Kern's position, and Kern declined to comment.

United States District of Indiana Mark Storenyle Edward W. Schmidt Marshal Schmidt Kern Shvely Bobi

Hoosier Dandy Labres Eyes Votes in Automobile Contest

Hoosier Dandy Labres campaigns for votes in an automobile contest while advertising premiums. The item reads as a political promotion with emphasis on attracting support and offering benefits to voters.

Labres

The Game of Life Sermon at Wall Street M. E. Church

The pastor will preach on The Game of Life in the morning service. Sunday School starts at 9 15. Epworth League meets at 6 45. No evening service due to the union service in Warder Park.

Epworth Warder Park

Escaped prisoner Iceante Reuben Rus sighting efforts fail

Police report unsuccessful efforts to recapture Iceante Reuben Rus who escaped from jail Thursday evening. A vigorous search has been conducted with no results as of now.

Reuben Russell

Coroner’s Inquest Finds Cause of George Stenson’s Death

Coroner Froman MM Scots rendered a finding on the death of George Stenson, a colored man, after an inquest. The inquest determined he died from a pistol shot wound inflicted by an unknown person last Monday night.

Froman George Stenson

Robbery Suspect Sought After Horse Taken

Capt. M A Wall and Thomas O Neill searched rural Clark county for a man who took a horse and tig from O Neill and did not return. They visited several rural areas but neither the suspect nor the horse have been found.

M. A Wall Thomas O'Neill Clark County

Rainstorm Halts City Street Cars. Wires Down

A heavy rainstorm disrupted the city last evening with downed wires on Ninth Street from the Pennsylvania Railroad and other outages. Electric car service slowed as lights dimmed and car queues formed, while floods and sewer backups flooded streets before drains cleared as the rain subsided.

Pennsylvania Railroad Company Ninth Street Watson Louisville

German Loan Holders Seek Return Amid Federal Court Adjournment

Shareholders of the defunct German Saving & Loan Association press for repayment as the U S District Court adjourns. Running stockholders, potentially preferred creditors, seek pro rata recovery while trustee L N Reeder delays final settlement. Attempts via U S Attorney Miller aim to advance their claims despite slow proceedings and missing secretary George Paul.

German Saving& Loan Association George Nanz Anthony Her Indianapolis Retaireminer U. S Atorney L. N. Reeder Miller Albert Rabb Margaret Herfel Anthony Herfel Association Nanz Epee Anderacm George P’au

Dog Dies of Grief After Mistress Death

Parady Payne of Blue Lik receives from his son in Corning a bill on account for a white bulldog named Joe who died from grief after the death of his mistress Mrs. Payne on May 2. The dog refused food, wandered the house, and followed her to her room until death. The animal was given a Christian burial.

Parady Payne Blue Lik William H. Payne Corning N. Y

Foley Cathartic Tablets Advertised By Local Dealer

A Patterson era style advertisement promotes Foley Cathartic Tablets as a cleansing remedy. P A Morgan of Gore Pa reports improved health after using the product for liver relief and chronic constipation. The ad claims the tablets benefit hot weather discomfort and keep the liver active. Sold by Ben Doolittie.

Foley P .A. Morgan Gore, Pa Sele Ben Doolittie

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