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Newspaper

Jeffersonville Star

Location

Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1920

Page

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Generous Gift to Library by New See Benefactor

Elizabeth Zulaut of New See gives 250 dollars once a year for four years in memory of her late sister Agnes Zuauf. The donation funds specific children’s programs and includes framed posters and classic fairy tale pictures Sleeping Beauty Red Riding Hood Jack and the Beanstalk Chicken Little Cinderella and others displayed in gold frames. The Lib rarian Mrs Isaac Palmer Caldwell and the town express deep gratitude.

Isaac Palmer Caldwell City Library Wis Elizabeth Zulaut New See Agnes Zuauf Mr. Zuaut diMcuit Old Town

Deaths: Five Relatives Notify of Robinetts Passing

News of the death of 84 year old Epoch Robinetts at his home near Osborne Kansas reaches relatives. He was a veteran of the Civil War and a longtime resident in this county.

New Washington iEpoch Robinett Osborne Kaw

Court House Proceedings Spark Divorces and Trials

Bertha Kirby was granted a divorce from Claude Kirby on charges of cruel treatment and failure to provide. Lydia Vyse was granted a divorce from Albert Vyse. They were married eight months ago and lived at Memphis. They separated three months ago. Marshall Berry who burglarized the Swartz Drygoods Store was convicted of burglary and larceny and Cicy Parks was acquitted on the same charge. New trial is asked. Hattie Brindle has dismissed the divorce proceedings against Henry F Brindle.

Bertha Kirby Claude Kirby Lydia Vyse Albert Vyse Memphis Marshall Berry Swartz Drygoods Cicy Parks Hattie Brindle Henry F. Brindle

Till Tapping Alleged George Wrong Suspect Arrested

Fifteen year old boy from First Street Louisville was arrested Saturday night and jailed by Sheriff Henry Dugan for Juvenile Court. He allegedly confessed stealing £1.25 from Loomis Drugstore and tried to enter Dr Zuerner’s shop to slip behind the counter claiming a dropped nickel. Judge Fortune dismissed the case with a reprimand.

George Wrong First Street Louisville Sherif Henry Dugan Juvenil John Loomis Joomis Joseph Zuerner Fortune

Steamer Hanover Catches Fire Near Bethlehem

The gasoline boat Hanover owned by Selmier and others of Bethlehem caught fire above town but reached shore allowing passengers for Madison to escape. The vessel valued at about 2000 dollars. Also notes a Big Ball at Glen Helen Park on Monday night April 5 1820 with cars running both north and south after the dance.

Hanover Bethlehem Madison Glen Helen Park Cars -Witt Fldv Wkly

Submarine Or Ford Submarine Or Ford Nearly Swept Away

Bennett Gwinn, Ford salesrooms manager in this city, was traveling from New Albany to town when high water struck. His Ford stalled in water four feet deep with a swift current. He escaped by climbing onto the hood and restarting the engine, reaching dry land before the drift wrecked the car.

Bennett Gwinn Ford New Albany Old Skies Station Dinkey Harrison Ave Gwin

Navy War Policy Probers Open By Senate Panel

The Naval Affairs Committee of the Senate launches an investigation into Admiral Sims charges against Navy Department policies. The inquiry covers the early war period when allies barely averted defeat and alleges the department violated fundamental wartime principles.

Naval Affairs Committee of the Senate Sims Navy Department

Irishman with color vision rejected by Marines

In Cincinnati a Irishman born in County Cork was rejected for enlistment in the U S Marine Corps due to defective color vision. James Patrick O Hara insisted on choosing brown yarn over green, claiming green is brown when young and tender, as he declined stimulation on color tests.

U. S. Marine Corps James Patrick O'Hara County Cork Trishman

Senator Owen Sees the Light on Treaty Vote

Senator Owen of Oklahoma says he will vote for interpretative or Lodge reservations to break the dead lock on ratification. The piece criticizes him for delaying action and warns that earlier support might have secured peace.

Owen Oklahoma Hitchcock Wilson

Crothersville Residents Return and Local Robbery Report

Mr G W Sage of Crothersville returned home after visiting with Mr and Mrs Erasmus T Sage. Mrs S J Sturgeon left for Salem to visit her daughter Lula Colglazier before returning to Tampico. Ed H Bamgert joined Quaker Maid Company as manager in Louisville. Leonard Carl reported his house robbed last night of 12 dollars in cash a gold watch and jewelry valued at about 50.

G W. Sage Crothersville Erasmus T. Sage J. Sturgeon Genteman Salem Lula Colglazier Tampico Ed. H. Bamgert Quaker Maid Company Louisville Leonard Carl

Noted artiste to appear at Red Men show in Armory

The Red Men in Jeffersonville host a Thursday night program at the K of P Armory featuring Miss Thelina Cascaden of the Louisville Cuscaden family and famed mind readers Prof. and Mme. Audrey. Mme Audrey will answer questions as part of the act. Curtain rises at 8 15 p m with Keith vaudeville talent and a well filled Armory.

Thelina Temple Cuscaden Cuscaden Louisville Red Mens K. of P. Armory Cascaden Jeffersonville National Theater Mme Audrey Keith Vaudevillians Armory Red Men

Long Haul Causes Death and Suffering

The article argues a hospital in the city would have saved Fisher and others who bled to death or suffered during long drives to distant hospitals. It cites multiple cases where life was sacrificed or prolonged pain due to the distance to care.

Fisher Louisville

For Sale Two Five Room Cottages on West Court Avenue

Two five room cottages with gas at 315 and 317 West Court Avenue listed for sale. Reason for selling is leaving the city. Contact F. Lb. Carry, Ady, 22-23.

West Court Avenue

School Head Deposed by City Board of School Trustees

The board convened Friday evening and declared the superintendent position vacant. Professor Voyaley was deposed, with President Davol Rose stating principals will handle duties until a new leader is found. Mr Paylor was asked to resign. he refused, and the board alleges he violated his contract by taking an extra $400 under state board action. friction had existed for some time.

Board of School Justees Profimmett Vyayely Davol Rose Paylor Dat

Charity Report Completed Shows Township Relief Totals

A state Board of Charities report audited by County Auditor Thomas I. Stoner lists outdoor poor relief by township with balances on hand and overdrafts for Bethehem Charlestown Jeffersonville Monroe Oregon Owen Silver Creek Union Utica Washington Wood totaling overdrawn 1543.05 and a Sheriff's office section noting jail repairs janitor and supplies and sheriff fees excluding per diem.

Boar of Charities Thomas I. Stoner Jeffersonville Bethehem Carr Charlestown Monroe Oregon Owen Silver Creek S U Union Utica Washington Wood Sherifl’s

Signs Of Beginning Of Pennsylvania Yard Work

Signs point to resumed construction on the Pennsylvania yards as materials arrive and a large pool of applicants registers for skilled labor. A court injunction action by the Traction Company seeks to halt progress at Akers Avenue over a viaduct issue, likely delaying dirt hauling from the Pennsylvania and Ingranys Hill properties pending court resolution.

Pennsylvania Yards John Clifford Camp 1 Chicago Traction Company Pennsylvania Akers Avenue

Ebert Cabinet Meets to Curb Spartican Riots

Berlin reports the Ebert Cabinet called a meeting on March 22 to discuss plans to manage Spartacen outbreaks across Germany amid rising civil unrest and violence.

Ebert Berlin Germany

Admiral Benson Warns Sims Against British Pulling Wool

In a Senate Naval inquiry Admiral Sims said Admiral Benson warned him not to be deceived by the British. The warning came while Benson was Chief of Naval Operations before the United States entered World War I.

Washington Senate Admiral Sims Admiral Benson United States

America Will Withhold Food if Soviet Government Sets Up in Berlin

Paris dispatch reports an American mission in Berlin informing Premier Bauer that the United States will not furnish any more food to Germany if a Soviet form of government is established there.

America Germany Paris Berlin Bauer

Rousing Attendance at First Presbyterian Service

The First Presbyterian Church saw about 360 in attendance at Sunday morning services, with 16 in the choir. Rev Oscar Lee Back expressed optimism for a strong return next Sunday. One group reported 97 percent active-member attendance.

First Presbyterian Church Altho Oscar Lee Back Ladies Missionary Society Ladies’ Aid Society

Railroads faced rail shortfall after government run period

Before the war railroads bought 2.5 to 3 million tons of rails yearly. In the past year under Government operation they used only 1 million tons. Returning to private ownership will require higher investments to restore tracks to normal condition, reflecting neglect during government operation.

Magician Mr Wilson Delights with Vanishing Cabinet

In Philadelphia, the North American notes that Mr Wilson, a magician, performs a striking vanish cabinet trick. The performance showcases skill and mystery captivating the audience.

Philadelphia North American Mr. Wilson

Kellogg Denounces McAdoo Plans as Absurd

Senator Frank B. Kellogg of Minnesota blast McAdoo's tax cut scheme as absurd noting it would cut a debt by bond finance. He says Wall Street speculation misreads the country and urges Congress to focus on genuine economy.

Frank B. Kellogg Minnesota McAdoo Wall Street Kellog Congress

Duffy couple to move to Bethlehem after winter in Howards Park

Mr and Mrs H H Duffy spent the winter in Howards Park and will travel to Bethlehem when the boat resumes. Mr Duffy plans to grow tobacco during the summer.

H. H. Duffy Howards Park Bethlehem

Evangelistic Services Begin At Marten Memorial Church

Tonight union evangelistic services start at Marten Memorial Church with all churches cooperating. Rev D A Winter of St Luke's Reformed Church will preach on Now or Never. Attend the first service and you will be wonderfully blessed.

Union Marten Memorial Church D A. Winter St. Luke's Reformed Church

Trompters Move to Pekin Farm After Purchase

Mr C and Mrs Louis Trompter of Ninth and Penn Streets relocate to Pekin on April 1 after Mr Trompter buys a fine farm.

Louis Trompter Ninth Penn Streets Pekin Trompter

Lodges Report Surge in Membership and Meetings

Local fraternal groups show busy year with many candidates. Scottish Rite travelers to Indianapolis for rites. multiple lodges plan initiations and convocations. Red Men event at Armory and Elks initiation scheduled. Woodmen class of five. Myrtle and Hope lodges prepare for upcoming degrees.

Tadianapolis Suelding Wilson John Gienger Walter Schlosser BE. &. Eberts, Jr Mo Selewaninger John Dellinger Mdear Pearcy WOM J. O. A. Mobias First National Bank Fl& AL Mo Wall Cedars Clark Lodge Masons Red Men Kwasind Trife Armory The Elks Hoosier Camp Woodmen of America Myrtle Lodge Ke of Po Hope Lodge

Wanted to buy used fur niture tugs and stoves

Classified ad seeks purchases of good used fur niture tugs and stoves. Contact Dan Rotisnn by phone 10. Advertisement published February 13.

Dan

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Elizabeth Zulauf Court House Till Submarine Bennett Gwin Green Senator Owen Lincoln Washington, D. C Lincoln Memorial Commission Champ Clark William Howard Taft Joseph G. Cannon Ilinois Samuel W. McCall Massachusetts KK. OF P Armors STAR BE. T. Sage United Press Prem United Press First Presbyterian Kellogg
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