Centennial Fund Gathers Support From Mrs Brock Jones
Mrs Brock Jones of this city now living in Western Springs sends 5.00 toward the centennial fund. The note praises return of residents for a city celebration planned for August and hints at more contributions from former locals. The total to date reaches 207.00 with an additional 2.00 from Rev W H Wylie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brock-Jones
Jefersville
Uotd
Charles Brock-Jones
Western Springs
Lik
Moss Birdie Morse
Jeffersonville
Brock. Jones
Cain
W. H. Wylie
Local Election Ends Hard-Fought Battle for Schan Trustee
Five of nine city council members backed John Gienger for Schan Trustee amid a fierce party clash. Grenger thanked supporters, while Lindley’s backers sought to sway votes, even reaching a church to gain influence. City officials discussed Spring street paving and a call to wash brick pavements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Gieneer
Schan
Sehan
Grenger
William A. Davis
Taoas
Lindley
Connne
Ernest Rath
Anthony RR. Ptrinder
John Giencer
August Happs
Linaley
Thomas M. Marra
Edwin W Hydron
Samuel Isler
Robert Dawes
John J. Snyder
C. G. Bradley
Chamber of Commerce
Spring Street
Road case heard by Judge Fortune taken under advisement
Circuit Court proceedings report that Judge James W Fortune heard the National Society Company v Isaac G Phipps and Cezel J Sharp a road contract dispute in Charles Town Township and took the case under advisement with no further hearings set this term. Other matters include guardianship of Albert L Beck sale report approved for 149 acres in Silver Creek Township for 750 dollars Waggoner. venue change sought in Cartwright estate case. and Cornelius Burrell Jr suit against Knights of Pythias with a petitioner and amended complaint filed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James K. Beck
Albert JL. Beck
Clark Circuit
Silver Creek Township
W. N. Waggoner
Albert Cartwright
Charles W. Cartwright
Lester Noveske
Noveske
Cornelius Burrell, Jr
Grand Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Motion to Set Aside Guardian Appointment in Probate Case
Judge Jas W Sortens heard Prosecuting Attorney Warren B Allison argue to revoke an order naming Dr James B Stalker as guardian for Charles TH Stalker, alleging mental incapacity. Stalker posted $400 bond to qualify. Allison said the alleged insane man had not received ten days notice. Proceedings began June 1 and hearing occurred June 3. case taken under advisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. W. Sortens
Warren B. Allison
James B. Stalker
Charles TH. Stalker
Clarksville Board approves three year franchise for railway tracks
Clarksville town officials grant Pennsylvania Steel Company a three year franchise to lay a double track for Montgomery Avenue and reach leased Pennsylvania Railroad land north of the Y vicinity. The ordinance requires a $19,000 bond not demanded, and Reid-reelects William C. Wenning to the Clarksville School Board for three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarksville
Annsylvania Steel Company
Pennsylvania Bridge
Montgomery Avenue
Pennsylvania Railroad
Indiana Reformatory
Indianapolis
Ohio Falls
William C. Wenning
Town Board Reelects Nach and Two School Board Members
At a Port Fulton meeting last night the Town Board re elected John P Nach and two members of the School Board to new terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Fulton
John P. Nach
Council Meeting Postponed By Flood and Pony Contest
The Members Council meeting is postponed due to flooding affecting the secretary-manager's duties and the pony contest consuming time. Cc. G. Bradley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cc. G. Bradley
Stolen Property Recovered in Fourteenth Street Loot
Capt. M A Wall and Officers Donovai and Trutt recovered a large amount of stolen loot last night in a Fourteenth street house. Edith Smith and Henry Ranger were arrested for receiving stolen goods and bringing them into the State. Lee Ranger, Henry’s father, was jailed this morning on a similar charge. The loot included various dress goods said to be stolen in Louisville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. A. Wall
Donovai
Trutt
Oa Hase
Fourteenth Street
Edith Smith
Henry Ranger
Lee Ranger
Denis Donovan
Louisville
Hasty Exit From Building at Gibsonville
Fire department equipment rushed to the colored church in Gibsonville around 10 last night after a moving picture exhibition sparked a blaze. The apparatus was nearly destroyed but the building suffered little damage as onlookers fled in panic tearing the door lock in the rush to safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colored Church
Gibsonville
Jeffersonville Junior High to Graduate Large Class
A large class from Jeffersonville Junior High School will graduate and be eligible to enter Jeffersonville High School. The exact number will be known tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeffersonville High School
Hampshire Sinks With Kitchener Aboard Off Orkneys
Admiral Jellicoe reports His Majesty s ship Hampshire struck near the West Orkneys and sank with Earl Kitchener and his staff aboard. Four boats fled the wreck as heavy seas and a north northwest wind raged. Only a few bodies and a capsized lifeboat recovered. rescue efforts continue with no survivors confirmed.
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London
Jetlicoe
Grand Fleet
Admiralty
Fiarl Kitchener
West Orkneys
Earl Kitchener
Russia
Hampshire
James O'Beirne
Petrograd
Sofia
O. A. Fitzgerald
Bre
Ellershaw
Frederick T Donaldson
Jellicoe
Herbert J. Saville
RCN
Lord Kitchener
Orkneys
Shoore
A. M.S
Russtal
Prosecution Wraps Witnesses in Brendel Case after Funerals
After Judge Zenor's funeral paused proceedings in New Albany, the State's murder case against Alonzo Brendel resumed with Sheriff William Lenz identifying evidence and testimony from Mrs. Jennie Ergenspiller and Frank Colvin. The revolver and shotgun were reintroduced as witnesses described Case's actions and Brendel's possible involvement. Omega Lentz expected to testify this afternoon.
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Zenor
New Albany
Alonzo Brendel
John Case
Willam Lenz
Case
Jennie Ergenspiller
Frank Colvin
Brendel
Delvin
Omega Lentz
Dle
Surprise for young man at Advent Church event
Keith Williams a Jeffersonville High School senior was surprised Sunday evening after the Young People's meeting at Advent Christian Church. His friends presented him with a gold watch and chain through Mr. Philip Steut, as his father serves as pastor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keith Williams
Jefersonwile High School
Young Peoples
Advent Christian Church
Young Peoples Society Church
Philip Steut
Spring wallpaper cleaning offer at Doherty’s Drug Store
Paul Miller announces wallpaper cleaning service for spring with dirt free results and satisfaction guarantee. Contact at Doherty's Drug Store Spring and Maple, phone 75.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paul Miller
Doherty's Drug Store
Rifle Shooting in Smoky Mountain Tradition Highlighted
Recreation notes a Mason paper on old time Kentucky and Tennessee riflemen before reformers banned gambling in matches. It recalls bullets as prize value, prizes like prize steers, and shots at custom targets up to 50 yards with distinctive bull’s eye methods used by Tuckaleechee Cove marksmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Tennessee
Rochester
N. Y
Robert Lindsay Mason
Mr. Mason
Tocayo
Smoky Mountain
Tuckaleechee Cove
Jefferson School of Law speaker Kehoe wins prize
Russell P. Kehoe of Louisville spoke at Jefferson School of Law commencement at McCauley’s Theater. He received a prize of 12 law books for best essay and presented the junior class address on “A New Idea” praising humanity’s rise and individual happiness and liberty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jefferson School of Law
McCauley’s
Louisville
Russell P. Kehoe
Kehoe
Hanover College
Jefersonville
Indiana
Dream Theater Tonight Shows Two Features
Tonight at the Dream Theater a five reel feature The Grip of Jealousy follows another installment of The Iron Claw. The program promises thriller drama and strong performances for moviegoers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adv
Seventh Street Improvement Delayed By Council Hold
After heavy rain, puddles cover Spring street and other areas. Mr. Bradley proposed a city wide fix that gains broad civic support. A resolution to improve Seventh Street from Spwng to Indiana Avenue was prepared but postponed for now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spring Street
Bradley
Seventh Street
Spwng
Indiana Avenue
City accounts read and allowed totaling 3700 dollars
Bills aggregating 3700.05 were read and allowed for the Fire Department 912.76 streets and alleys 1477.82 police and jail 515.61 electric lights 576.87 contingent expenses 23.50 park and City Hall 239 books and printing 1.50.
Treasurer Report Details May Balance and Allocations
Treasurer John R. Scott reports May figures with a balance on hand of 15155.82, receipts 3976.23, total 19132.05, assessments 8045.56, balance saved 11086.49. Distribution shows General fund 8699, interest fund 2240.69, sinking fund 2959.52.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Scott
Keeping Up With Lizzie A warning on savings and extravagance
The piece argues that saving precedes security and happiness, warning that chasing appearances leads to poverty. It cites Irving Bacheller and Youth's Companion on avoiding display, noting the strain for families and the lure of others ahead. Emphasizes honesty, energy, frugality as keys to lasting success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bismark
Irving Bacheller
New York
Lizwe
Lizzie
City graduate Charles Hunt among graduates
Charles Hunt of this city was among the graduates. Governor Stanley served as principal speaker. Several local residents also attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Hunt
Stanley
Mountain riflemen and targets in moral gambit
The text argues against narrow expectations that crude guns and simple sights yield reliable bull’s eye scores. It suggests modern rifles and trained shooters would rapidly annihilate adversaries, given the scarcity of bullets and the high stakes of hit accuracy.
Bad 100 bill proves good in Kansas City swap
Kansas City reports a counterfeit $100 bill passed through banks and handed to a Federal Secret Service agent. Washington confirms the note is genuine, with the Treasury replacing it and destroying other old bills from a 14 year old issue. The process returns fresh notes to the Fidelity Trust Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City
Martin Crowe
Fidelity Trust Company
Fred N. Tate
Federal Secret Service
Tate
Washington
Treasury Department
The Jansenite and the Jesuit Communicated
The piece denounces Jansenite and Jesuit factions in city politics. It celebrates a Jesuit victory over the Jansenite camp, condemns council members as inept, and laments local political corruption. The writer mocks officials and predicts further turmoil in Jeffersons roller district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jay
Los
Jefferties
Sonville
CLASS TO GIVE HISTORY PLAY AT TURNER HIGH SCHOOL
Wednes morning at ten thirty the 7 B class will present a dramatization of an early period of Indiana history. The reading class under Miss Sweeney has prepared the performance with pupil participation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turner High School
Indiana
Miss Sweeney
For Rent Six Room House With Bath Ad
For rent a six room house with bath. Conveniently located. Apply Watson and Baird.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watson & Baird
Gaso-Tonic Sale Claims Quick Motordom Fix
A bold advertisement touts GASO-TONIC as a mysterious motordom solution priced at 3 cents a gallon. It promises carbon elimination, hourly profits, and sales guarantees while warning of imitators, with details offered by The White Mfg. Co. Cincinnati.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
White Mfg. Co
Dept
Cincinnati
Adv
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