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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1920
Page
3
Frances Freur argues that true popularity among men comes from kindness and respect for parents, not reckless flippancy. A good daughter is seen as a potential wife, while disobedience erodes trust and social esteem.
A new hotel porter named Jim begins his first night shift at five in the morning. The night clerk tests his calls, noting Jim has contacted many guests but still has four more rooms to reach, reflecting on early duty challenges. The page then shifts to a prose piece about aging, laments loss of self respect, community regard, and the erosion of youthful vigor.
A terse line notes gendered struggle and conflict through fists and tears, implying men fight and lose while women prevail through emotion. The phrase contrasts masculine aggression with feminine resilience in a dramatic, declarative pose.
Mrs George Murphy is ill of quine at her home on Meigs Ave. Mrs J A Benn of Milltown visiting her sister Mrs L R Youngblood has returned home.
Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Schimpff are visiting relatives in Cincinnati. Mrs. Alvin Ashton has returned home to Nashville after visiting her parents Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Stevenson. Miss Helen Finnegan has gone to Malizon to visit relatives for a few days.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Coleman visit Mr. and Mrs. Huogh Marble in the countryside with their young daughter for a time.
The marriage of Mr. Raymond Garberson and Miss Leona Carl occurred in Bloomington Indiana. Both are former residents of the city.
Miss Laughlin, representative of the cooperative Chautauqua Association of Bloomington, NL, departed Friday night for Ottawa to organize another chautauqua there.
Jr. and Mrs. Clarence Bennett and their children who had been visiting in Lexington Kentucky have returned home.
Mr. Wm. Robinson and family return from a motor trip to Shoals Indiana to visit relatives. Miss Merte Clark returns from a visit to Cincinnati.
Raymond Waggoner has taken a temporary position as organist at the First Christian Church in Louisville. The arrangement places him in the church music role while a permanent appointment is considered.
Miss Lilian Pumphery sang The Lord is my Shepherd at the Presbyterian Church. Rotar Club plans a wives’ entertainment at The Pines Tuesday evening. Cecilia Bremer of Louisville visits Misses Mary and Pearl Moor. Maple Street Sunday School picnic set for July 20 at Greenwood Park. Mrs. John Carpenter of Paragould Ark. had surgery at St. Stephens Hospital in Tonnsville and is recovering. Mr and Mrs James McKnight at Elk's Camp Arctic Springs. Mrs Catherine Hawkins and grandson John Hicks visit Indianapolis. Mrs John Houser travels to Middletown Ky to see Ed and Mrs Walker. Mr and Mrs Albert Worthington and family and Mr Homer Keignon camping near Twelve Mile Island.
Barbara aged four was allowed to make small cakes from dough scraps. After gathering eggs she returns with a unique egg dough treat and declares it is the last bit the hen left, in a light Delineator tone.
In the Clark Circuit Court September Term 1920 notice is given that Wilmer T. Fox as Executor filed his final account and vou chers for the estate of Sallie J. B. Murphy deceased. The examination is set for September 13 1920 in Jeffersonville Indiana. Heirs creditors and legatees must appear to show cause why the account should not be approved. Charles K. Zollman Clerk. Adv 56 July 12 1926.
The cutting ring is a finger worn tool designed to slice packing twine quickly without harming skin or clothing. Made of silver plated metal with a ground steel blade, it lets workers tie and seal many bundles with less effort and twine waste, boosting efficiency.
Geo C Ogden offers half soles and rubber heels to reduce shoe wear costs and provide steady comfort in every step, claiming substantial savings and enjoyable use for customers.
Voters Belden Furniture Co promotes home furnishing goods with elegant refrigerator lines and oil stoves. Claims savings and home delivery fully guaranteed. Ad number Adv987.
The Auto Sheet Metal Company advertises auto repair services for bodies fenders and radiators in Jeffersonville. It promises high class work and service with guaranteed results and appealing prices aimed at satisfied customers.
Melvin Smith promotes a major Singer sewing machine sale with Singer leading all makes and lasting quality. Mr Smith offers details on models and care. Gillespie & Son install plumbing in Jeffersonville with praised service and modern equipment for sanitary homes.
Clark County Milling Co. advertises Flavo Flour as the finest flour on the market. The copy claims it yields lightest, whitest bread, cakes, biscuits and rolls used in Jeffersonville homes. Citizens are urged to ask for Flavo Flour and to patronize Home Industry.
The New York Journal reports a prehistoric Indian grave near Coxsackie, New York, containing a tempered copper bead necklace of 138 beads, shell wampum, and a banner stone with about 50 notches likely indicating scalps. The grave lay about half a mile from the river on the Saunders farm, three feet deep and cobbled.
The Citizens' Drug Store offers refreshing sodas and ice cream along with perfumes face cream and toilet articles. A wide drug line at money saving prices promises value and steady business. Old spice soaps and brands are available, emphasizing their large customer flow.
The Rose Coal Company promotes thoroughly screened coal free from dirt and clinkers, promising the most heat for the least money. They claim most people order their coal from Rose Coal Company.
The Daily Star urges readers to place want ads to reach two thirds of Jeffersonville and neighboring communities. The paper promotes its coverage as the leading daily in Clark County for local notices and sales.
Smith and Hughes Garage in Jeffersonville offers around the clock repair for all makes. Master mechanics perform swift accurate adjustments at the lowest prices.
The Electric Shop advertises batteries and electric appliances including irons sweepers and washing machines. It proclaims itself the house for electric lights and service for all electrical needs. The ad appears in a 1930s style classified layout.
Will J Morris offers Kryptoks the perfect eye glasses claiming improved comfort and clarity. Kryptoks promise near and for vision in one pair, reducing eye fatigue and making reading a pleasure. See W J Morris for details.
An advertisement promoting Federal Bread urges homeowners to bake at home rather than work in a hot kitchen. It claims the brand is used in nine tenths of Jeffersonville homes and discourages sweatshop-like conditions, encouraging closing ovens or keeping busy without baking.
Frank C. Davis Confectionery and Ice Cream Store offers fine ice cream cones and candies with inviting phrases. The Home Restaurant advertises elegant lunches and big dinners at lower prices than home, with breakfasts and cakes for breakfast.
An old advertisement mentions Dr Thomas Eletric Oil as a household remedy for common ailments including a baby’s croup a child’s cuts and bruises a mother’s sore throat and a grandmother’s lameness The ad lists the oil at 30 cents and 60 cents.
Jeffersonville ad for B. Doolittle at Popular Drug Store touts best service and lowest prices on perfumes toilet articles soaps face creams toothbrushes clothes brushes combs hair brushes. Ask for perfumes with strength purity and fragrance.
An expert warns the U S retail fur trade is rife with fraud noting ermines may be misrepresented and sold under many high sounding names. He cites dyed rabbit sold as seal or sable and muskrat called mink or ermin or chinchilla among mislabelings.
A short instructional note advises applying a mixture of one ounce gum camphor in six ounces alcohol to the bust, with two daily baths or éang sessions, as a method for reducing bust size.
Classified notice seeks a housekeeping apartment or furnished house with two bedrooms. Address provided as Dr. Gilmer 412 S. 4th St Louisville Ky. The ad requests available accommodation details and contact context for rental.
The Diamond Pure Food Company markets its health cereals as the finest on the market. Diamond Crisp Flakes are touted as the people’s choice used in millions of homes and sold by all first class retailers.
The Leep Motor Company advertises day and night service for all makes of automobiles. It offers vulcanizing tires tubes and accessories and promotes frequent inspection as a big saving. Leep Motor Co promises the best service with modern equipment.
The Hoosier Jeffersonville lead ing Meat Market offers beef pork and mutton plus pure lard. Customers can save money on every purchase as the market proclaims it has the greatest number of people buying their meat. Ad says 18.
Jeffersonville resident Allen Moders testifies Doan's Kidney Pills cured his longstanding kidney bother causing frequent night trips and back pain. He recommends the pill as the remedy that worked for him and notes the product’s availability from local dealers. The ad also promotes Chas. H. Moser Clothing and savings on menswear.
Groher's Cash Grocery advertises trade and ongoing business with fresh eggs daily, fine country butter, and a selection of berries fruits and vegetables. The store promises healthful appetizing food and money saving value.
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