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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1920
Page
1
The article notes wartime strain on small denomination bank notes as paper money dominates circulation. It highlights wear, filth, and scarce paper and ink plus delayed replacement, with calls to launder or sterilize currency to curb disease transmission and reassure users.
A chemist on a Hawaiian sugar plantation developed a motor fuel from molasses that could rival gasoline. Sugar derived alcohol could burn cleaner and perhaps be cheaper, offering a practical alternative as petroleum supplies dwindle.
Pedigreed Flemish Giant rabbits offered by Ernest Mayer of 212 Missouri Ave Jeffersonville Indiana. Advertisement numbers 14 15 16.
The charter offers the "Handsome Cabin Cruiser" for private parties at Six Mile Island or Moonlight Rides. For bookings use phone numbers 796 W. or 295. The service emphasizes scenic cruises and swimming options.
Classified notice seeking a five room cottage with electric, gas and bath. Call phone 160 and report at once.
A church announces a class meeting at a specified location with Sunday School gathering at 8:30. The minister will preach on Sunday morning and a gospel service with a varied program follows. Strangers and visitors are welcome to attend.
The Star announces a new daily car toon feature starting soon. Barney Google and Toots and Casper will appear, offering light hearted humor and weekly laughter for readers. The paper promises continuous additions and urges readers to watch for the new cartoons.
The Rev Lyman Wheaton will deliver a sermon on The Holy Catholic Church at St Pauls P E Church. A hearty invitation is extended to all to attend. Sunday School will meet at 4 30 a m.
The Boy Scouts from Troop 1 and Troop 9 opened a ten day camp at Curtis Farm south of Sellersburg with 60 to 66 Bow Scouts in camp under Scoutmasters Homer M. Frank and Edward A. Zimmer. A full daily program includes reveille, meals, swimming, sports, camp games, and a camp fire. Special features plan visits by local citizens and a Tuesday event hosting girls involved in a Scout play, plus a baseball championship schedule and camp awards for best records. Permanent camp assignments named include Donald F. Rose as Commissary, John G. Heynes as Musical Director, Maurice Mennen as Swimming Director, and George Beeson as Camp Bugler.
First Presbyterian Church with Pastor Oscar Lee Black plans a morning sermon on The First Law of the Nazarene Carpenter. The Men's Friendship Club schedules an evening service and invites local talent for a strong turnout.
Rev. David A. Winter leads a Sunday School and congregational gathering at Gis. The lesson centers on David sparing Saul. the pastor discusses "Ways of God's Presence." In the evening he leads a community service at Men Cullough's Chapel with St Luke's Mille Quartette performing. Open invitation to all neighbors.
Rev W Tr Munday leads a Sunday service at Morton Memorial Church with morning preaching on Pharisees and evening vesper service. Mrs Jessie Munday selected as dress presenter. Attendance encouraged for short Sunday evening services starting at 0:90 a m and 7:20 p m.
The Daily Star will begin carrying Arthur Brisbane's Today column in the first front page slot starting next week. Readers will see this feature alongside other new additions as the paper expands content.
The Fisk Bicycle Clubs of America founded in 19016 have grown to several thousand members in the United States with auxiliary clubs across Canada Hawaii Puerto Rico India and other regions. The Fisk Rubber Company of Chicopee Falls Massachusetts promotes healthy outdoor bicycling without tying members to Fisk tires or advertising to them.
Mrs. Jeanette Whitehouse files a second divorce petition against Charles Whitehouse alleging cruel treatment, broken promises, and continued associations with other women. The couple had previously reconciled after an earlier petition filed July 8. The latest filing claims threats of harm as the marriage once again fails.
The Star announces a daily feature for women titled The Revealations of a Wife. It is among the highest priced and widely read stories, running in major dailies and starting at an early publication date. Readers are invited to look for the first installment.
Rev Samuel Reid pastor announces Sunday school at 9 30 a m with full attendance urged and preaching service at 10 30 a m no evening service ward prayer meeting Wednesday at 7 30 p m public cordially invited
Cor Mkt and Pearl Streets invites all to attend revival services at the tent opposite the Interurban depot. Sunday school begins at 9:50 a.m. with sermons at 10:40 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. An afternoon service at 2:30 p.m. precedes a baptism at the Ohio River landing. Rev Dr Agnew, a respected elder and financial agent, joins the evangelists for a few days. all are welcome.
Rev. J. M. Vawter leads Bible School at 9 30 a m and preaching at 10 30 a m with a sermon titled Jesus Memorial And Communion Services at the pastor's address in the church notice.
Mrs Charles Leroy Ashton who underwent a operation at the Norton Infirmary is reported to be doing nicely and in good spirits following the procedure.
The Tuthill legalization bill clears the Indiana Senate 63 to 30 amid caucus debates. Farmers federation leaders oppose legalization saying it risks votes for Republicans and favors horizontal tax increases after reassessments and state equalization. The bill allows temporary loans and sets new levies after county and state boards revalue properties.
The Chautauqua board met in the Young Men's Club room at 7 30. Tickets printed and distribution to business men announced. The Young Business Men's Club and Woman's Civic Club back the event to boost community spirit with profits benefitting the Civic Club welfare work in Jeffersonville.
Fatty Arbuckle stars in the latest comedy Back Stage at FeRase Theater this Friday and Saturday. Audiences are advised for July 12 13 14 15 16 advance tickets priced at 160 C.
Mayor New ton Meyers says arrests will continue for failures to display headlights taillights and license plates. Police will bring offenders to court even if trials end in acquittals and stressed no revenue motive behind the enforcement effort.
The Star announces a contract with International News Service to install a Telegraph Service at the Star office. The feature will provide daily news from the Telegraph News Service and local interest coverage, with an outlay of over $235 per week.
George W. Dodd was discharged after witnesses testified he loaned money at excessive interest to soldiers in the Motor Transport Corps. Six borrowers were named. Complaints were sworn by Lieut. William Schnackenberg. Earlier similar filings were set aside on technicalities.
Press reports claim four quakes shook Los Angeles causing great damage and high excitement. Captain Beard of the Quarter Master’s Depot sought a report from Harvey Dunbar, who replied that everyone is safe and there is no cause for alarm.
The Jeffersonville Star urges residents to place house sale rent or product ads locally to reach nearby buyers and renters. The message highlights community convenience and quick visibility for listings.
Marion Ohio reports Senator Harding to deliver a keynote acceptance speech next Thursday at formal notification ceremonies. He minimizes callers, dedicates time to manuscript work, and aims to touch comprehensively on major issues to rally popular support for the Republican ticket.
The Indiana State Board of Health orders inspections of all city barber shops to ensure compliance with sanitation laws. Shops failing to meet standards will be closed until corrected and those with unhealthy workers will have services discontinued. Inspectors start immediately and will be held to thorough examinations. Local barbers say they welcome the inspectors and will assist.
Miss Edna Scott hosted a party at 325 Meigs Ave last night with dancing and light refreshments. Guests included Frances Ellis, Jean Craig, Gladys Marquette, Gladys Keily, Mildred Melville, Edna Scott, Ralph Martin, Randall Payne, Martin Nalsto, Ralph Schavaninger, Bruce Collins, Ralph Laugel, and P Duffies Walkee.
Chark County State Bank officials announce a public demonstration this afternoon explaining the newly installed bur far alarm. The event runs two sessions from 2 to 5 o'clock and 7 to 8 o'clock.
Wanted workers and foremen in cabinet making and woodworking. Positions include machine and bench hands and varnishers with good wages and hours. Apply in person or write for details to The Wood Trades Association of Cincinnati 306 Odd Fellows Temple Cincinnati Ohio.
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