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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1920
Page
1
The fragment argues that manipulating supply and layoffs can boost profits, boosting prices and wages concerns. It hints at millions in speculation, links rising food costs to scarcity, and suggests public interest in hearing from Mr. Harding after the election.
The piece ridicules a long, confused pageant around Lipton and a cup race, then shifts to a sensational report on sleeping sickness research at Hoenetefliers institute. It describes testing Sieges blood and Surgeons harming Paul Sleds teeth in a lurid, satirical tone, ending with a moral about bizarre disease publicity and implied reward.
Ruth Randall writes of a dissipated friend killed by a bullet and Pauline Miegligis serializes another tale. The narrator awakens in another world and refuses to fear a soulmate beside her while glancing back at this world.
City faces potential walk-out as seven firefighters plan to resign their posts if a requested raise is not approved. They seek incentives of 10 dollars monthly plus one day off weekly, or 350 dollars monthly with two days off. Mayor Myers says funds are unavailable. Strike slated for August if council fails to act.
W M Young's Jewelry advertises a 100 percent Gold Standard Store for rings pins charms watches clocks silverware and cut glass with full guarantees. Watch cleaning and oiling by Mr Young promises reliable timekeeping and eye catching alarm clocks.
A Jeffersonville boiler maker Earl J. Strotiatter recounts severe stomach pain weight loss and fatigue. He credits Tanlac with restoring appetite digestion and energy gaining twelve pounds and renewed health. The ad cites local Jeffersonville Sellersburg Marysville and Otto retailers.
Spent vacation here around Mrs. C. Densford and two daughters, Virginia and Marian, guests at Mr. Denford's mother Mes. de W. ddensford and his sister Mera. dolly of Port. Fuction. Ma. Joensford will spend seven weeks here. He is now in Buffalo, N. Yo, where he is engaged in automobile accessories business. This is his first visit here for several years.
The Junior League of the Wall Street Church has postponed meetings until the first week in September. Grocery ad items promote bargains including Fresh Country Eggs at 47¢ a dozen and various pantry staples from Beechnut, Pompim Olive Oil, and Karo Syrup with prices and sizes listed. Allen Barnett delivers groceries to Spring and Court Ave.
Miss Mary Katherine Sweeney hosted a twelve o'clock dinner Sunday honoring Misses Ruth and Virginia Beogel of Louisville. Covers were laid for Miss Ruth Beogel, Miss Virginia Beogel, Christine Trum, Helen Lewis, and Mary Katherine Sweeney.
International News Service reports a sharp quake struck Los Angeles at 4 10 Yelock with a follow up tremor ten minutes later no damage reported as of the dispatch time July 26 .HOUR
Premier Lloyd George of England and Premier Miller of France began arranging a London meeting to discuss a general peace parley between Soviet Russia and the eastern border states. Officials expect Poland Finland Estonia Latvia and possibly Roumania to be represented if the conference is held.
Classified ad seeking a man and wife to rent two or three rooms for light housekeeping with contact phone 429 and reference D 179. Appears in July 26 to July 31 edition.
Chas. Peel & Son offers bicycle repair for all makes and a fine line of Dayton Bicycles. Their vulcanizing service extends tire life, saving you the cost of a brand new wheel every few months for business or pleasure.
Aged resident Elizabeth Thornley died at her son W D Thornley’s home. Born April 9 1845 in Dayton Ohio she was daughter of John Meeheimer. Survived by four daughters Bertie Thornley Mrs E L Pettis Ferre Haute, Mrs H N Williams Florida, Mrs D R Walker Louisville and son W D Thornley. Burial will be at Walnut Ridge with funeral plans incomplete.
The Finance Branch of the Q. Wileepot held a Saturday picnic at Meyers Grove, traveling in government trucks and dining at the home of Mr. Joe Kaelins near Blackiston Mill. Attendees included Mayor Simms and numerous local residents and guests from Jeffersonville and Louisville.
The death occurred this morning at 5:20. The body was shipped to Madison for burial. Mrs. Garrison was born December 5, 1897, in Madison. She is survived by her husband and two children. Her father and mother are living.
Advertisement notes a 2 ton truck for sale at a low price or for trade toward suburban property. Includes contact via phone 45 and address 62 West Market Street. Adv. 177. Published July 22 to July 28.
The King’s Heralds of Wall Street Church hosted a picnic at Glenwood Park for children over two years old. Attendees included Grace Levengood Alma Finch Fay Swartz Winifrede Maloney Virginia Leg e Katherine Derry Edna Josphine Miller Louise Schwaniger Columbus Harold Levengood with supervisors Mrs George Dunham and Mrs Sam Levengood.
A hot morning drew many Jeffersonville children to the Public Library for fairy tale tales and stories by Mrs. Caldwell including Arnold Winkleried the Swiss hero. The event announced a Band Concert and a Poll and Doll Bogey Parade for July 29 at 6 30 p m with children invited to enter their dells and buggies in an outdoor fete.
Miss Elizabeth Mas and Miss Leone Voigt led a Friday lawn party for many young guests at 304 West Front Street, hosted by Aunt Miss Mary R Voigt. After games, guests enjoyed dainty refreshments, with attendees including Verena Monner Helen Kern Katherine Voigt Ruth Voigt Helen Varina Craix Loretta Scheer Josephine Samuels and several Voigt family children.
Mr and Mrs John Russ announce the engagement of their daughter Clara Mae Russ to William Fischer son of R Fischer. The wedding is planned for August.
Actress Nazimova headlines a two day engagement at LeRose Theatre with performances Sunday and Monday. Advance ads list shows D 167 and dates July 19 26, highlighting the play The Brat.
The Jeffersonville Chautauqua is set for August 8–13 with a full program and tickets selling for 2 for adults and 1 for children. Organizers pledge local support and welfare goals, featuring Clark County events, Kalalahi Hawaiians, the Chicago Dome Opera, and notable speakers and concerts.
On Pride afternoon August 5 at 2 50 the Paramount Male Quartet offers a versatile vocal and instrumental concert. In the evening at 8 00 Hon Frank J Mundland former President of International Rotary delivers a gripping lecture The Path of Greatest Profit. The quartet features four solo singers with violin cornet saxophone and piano.
Miss Admin Hedge married Clifford Masehimeyer Saturday night at 8:30 in a ceremony conducted by Rev. John Poseul. Attendants included Miss Lanes Masehinever breiderimid and Miss Ali Moeselmesyer. groomsmen were Hazel Hedge and William Revlee. The couple will reside with the bride’s mother, Mrs Beil Hedge, at 222 Watt Street.
Miss Ruth McCulloch entertains Friday afternoon at her Montrose home in honor of guest Miss Hemineway Minor of Kansas City. Da ties served. guests include Misses Frances Heigewald Gertrude Zinsmeister Duell Harriman Cheshie Scott Maisie Coleman Florence Maas Meta Reinshaw Dorothy Yates and many others with Mrs Chas F Pawceti and Mrs Leonard Campbell among attendees.
Nazimova headlines the LeRose Theatre program featuring The Brats with Sundas and Viahs in July 1926. Advance ads list D. 167 performances and show timings, highlighting the film stage adaptation.
Dempsey signs to defend his title against Brennan of Chicago a heavyweight with notable skill. Carpentier had been signed by Cochrans London promoter limiting his options this year. The Labor Day bout will go to the highest bidder for the fight purse.
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