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Jeffersonville Star

Location

Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 03, 1920

Page

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Tomorrow's Primary Voters Name Local Delegates and Races

The primary lists candidates across parties with delegates to state conventions and county offices. Voters are urged to study names for United States President and congressional seats, with positions in governor and treasurer also shown.

Epy Bonmerrow Bor United States Warren Ry. Hardine Kiran W. Tanase Koatko Jtuowden Leonard Woe Sae Willian Grant Webster Edward G Congress Dames Wo Tombar dProp Jackson Seuth Clark Frank Kh Tgutler Crer Clark Coty Jaseph Wo Morrow Samuel Wo Ester Samuel J. Swartz ShoiGe-Wiliam A. Bard Jiavis Th. Praeled Orvewop AW A. Kova Piast Pijstriet Maanea Bennett Freed Demorate Bites Tageart Daoverner Democrat—Jolmn Obi Psenigreer Carleton HK Malloed Niblack James K.dina Turd R. Tc. Brown Buskirk Jno Sherman Minton Jacob LL Bamnen Poop James W. Farehare Pesivth Qeebedadl Wopeuit -Dames F Peat Beadz Jeohodet Sempor Yordackson Mavetibid Dligra Omiles Newtom Hltpaw Nob Wass Toseph M. Robertson Sapmed Bo Wadds Clark Council Wbest Clapp Harland Dy SiTithens Tobin Twee Bernard A. Catt Ilodus I Cox Cregrae Westoner Personin Siesuh Henry Prrson Por Demorcval Joatoriyity Tlowte Phauerpiny Petarereraat WNWU Por Chactn Law Thiabdi Poranius Mtret John M. Bower Stephien i

Feather pocketbook found with cards and cash

A feather pocketbook was found on Saturday night containing a book of car checks and some money. The finder is instructed to return it to 804 E Seventh Street. Adv. DL 64 Maw 2 4 5.

Seventh Street Maw

Dress Maker Mrs Ogden Advertises in Beck Building

An experienced dress maker, Mrs. Ogden, is advertised at the Beck Building. The notice lists DL 653 and is dated May 3.

Wan Pfed Ogden Beck

Fourth Precinct Voting Place Changed in Charlestown

Primary voters learn polling site move from Rudder Block to Ben Thomas Real Estate office in Charlestown. Board of Election Commissioners advises. Adv. D. Of Way 2.

Charlestown Rudder Ben Thomas Board of Election Commmissioners Adv

Saddlery coming to depot consolidation in city

Preparations underway for saddlery business from Rock Island Iowa to relocate to the Quartermasters Depot. Machinery will be moved from Wing of the old building to Camp Lane rack to clear space for the new branch and machinery. Other Rock Island branches may relocate here, possibly including a brass foundry. Government aims to consolidate operations at the depot and bring more facilities to the site.

Rock Island Iowa Quartermasters Depot Camplaseack Racn Island

Commencement notices for Silver Creek and Borden schools

The Silver Creek Township Common Schools hold commencement in Sellersburg on May 14 1920 with Chas W Whitman of Seymour delivering the address. Graduates include Louise Renn Ethel Renn Barham Zapp Esther Brown Mildred o1 Diedrich Helen Mae Hostettler Sarah E Pieres Lilian Robinson Georgia Stanith Grace M Wells Charles Werle Gilbert Woods John Hargesheimer Herbert Dold Rex Hawkins Nellie Cross James Col ins Donald Edward Weber Alfre BatortY Chester Balstenberger Fal mond Simmons. The Borden Public School Commencement occurred May 1 at Borden High School with Rev Chas Whitman delivering the class address and music by the Borden Orchestra. Graduates listed include Herman Roerk Goehet McWhintey Herman Greun Samuel McRhintes Marie Scott Nettie Wade and eight grade diploma recipients Wilfred Roerk Loretta Fondgeer Mildred Waggoner Delmar Blackman Willard Fordyce Theodore McKinley Georgia Nicholson Ruth McHone Zener Johnson Grace Oales Wilma Fishes Mabel Brown PRachie Taylor Zenia Fordyce Ethel Johnson Helen Abbatlt Fagenia Callahan Catherine Rosenberger and Ernest Book. Frank Wriner.

Silver Creek Township Sellersburg Hey.Chas. W. Whitman Seymour, Inc Eceless She Tolowing Louise Renn Ethel Renn Barham Zapp Esther Brown Mildred Herman Roerk Goehet McWhintey Herman Greun Samuel McRhintes Marie Scott Nettie Wade Wilfred Roerk Loretta Fondgeer Mildred Waggoner Delmar Blackman Willard Fordyce Theodore McKinley Georgia Nicholson Ruth McHone Zener Johnson Grace Oales Wilma Fishes Mabel Brown Prachie Taylor Zenia Fordyce Ethel Johnson Helen Abbatlt Fagenia Callahan Catherine Rosenberger Frank Wriner

Weinstein's Nine Edge Rival in Thrilling Home Game

The local team showed early leadership but committed costly errors to lose the contest. Despite a fast start and strong pep from the crowd, the nine could not hold the edge as the opponents surged ahead, signaling a competitive season ahead.

Therm Loval Suport

Quiet Budget Measure Moves Toward Passage

A budget bill is being pushed through Congress with little noise. If approved, it will become law within weeks and represents a significant stride toward needed financial reform in government affairs.

Congress

Croker Questions Weak Democratic Field in Interview

Former Tammany boss Dick Croker doubts any single strong Democratic candidate exists. When asked who is the strongest Democrat, he replied there is no obvious leader and that none has emerged.

Fraternal Memorial Observance Deliberations Held in Jeffersonville

A temporary fraternal observance was formed yesterday afternoon at the Knights of Pythias hall in Jeffersonville for Eastern Cemetery Memorial services. Delegates from Hope Lodge No. 13 Knights of Pythias Yahor Lodge No. 92 Independent Order of Odd Fellows Kwaind V Pribe No. 268 Improved Order Rew Men Jaesopu Rovers Clark Council No. 6 Junior Order United American Mechanics Jeffersonville Aerie No. 1527 Fraternal Order of Eagles attended. A second meeting is planned Sunday at the same venue to formalize a permanent organization. Givand Inspector Graham will inspect the Masonic Lodges of New Washington Utica and Charlestown Thursday afternoon.

Eastern Cemetery Jeffersonville Keights of Pythias Arnervy Hope Lodge Knights of Pythias Yahor Lodge Independent Order of Odd Fellows Kwaind Pribe Rew Jaesopu Rovers Clark Council United American Mechanics

Stemler Stemler Miss Arta Mo Stender Wedding

Miss Arta Mo Stender daughter of Mr and Mrs Henry Stemler of Court Avenue married Mar Giun Bthisaw ford assistant storekeeper at the Quartermaster Depot on a Sunday evening at St Luke par sonce. The couple were joined by Edith and Clarence Stemler and Mr and Mrs Join Stemler and William Abel at the ceremony. A reception followed at the bride's parents home 6:15 Court Avenue.

Arta Mo Stender Daugghter Mays Henry Stemler EF. Court Avenue Mar Giun Blthisawford St. Luke Edith Clarence Stemler Join Stemler William Abel Lindley’s Hardaware Henrys Steinler FL Court Avenue

St Luke’s Church Campaign Surpasses Local Quota

The Forward Movement drive at St Luke’s Church, directed by organist Mrs. John E. Worrell, raised over $45 000, about $2 000 above the local quota of 13 312. Mr Ernest Andres reported the results amid applause as the committee plans further visits to members. The surplus will support local church interests.

St. Luke's Church John E. Worrell Ernest. Andres Hass Catherine Reformed Church St. Luke’s Church Andres Alexander of Old

Pryor Couple Sues McCune for 4728 Note and Mortgage Foreclosure

In Clark Circuit Court today, Martin P. Pryor and Minnie Pryor sue Charles W. McCune and Anna Mary McGune to recover 4728 on a 1600 note dated February 3. They allege unpaid principal and interest plus six additional notes of 344 each for three years and seek foreclosure and attorneys fees.

Seoti Aureuit Glark Martin P. Pryor Minnie Pryor Charles W. McCune Anna Mary McGune Askeat

Moon Eclipse Stuns Onlookers Amid Cloudy Sky

Residents on the streets last night witnessed a total lunar eclipse as the moon disappeared behind a shadowy earth cast. The scene appeared to be veiled by a smoky cloud, leaving onlookers surprised and curious.

Stockyards Blaze Ravages Bourbon Yards Damages Hit 150000

A large fire at Bourbon stockyards destroyed parts of the yard on Sunday. Damage reached 150000 dollars and many hogs were burned. Horses owned by the government and cattle were saved. Multiple authorities investigated the incident.

Local church notes and society meetings update

Ten members of the Presbyterian Missionary Society attended the Presbyters meeting in Coredon on Thursday and Friday. Epworth League of the Morton Memorial Church plans a May 28 play at the Artery. Mothers Day observances set for Morton Memorial Church next Sunday morning. Epworth League officers will lead services at Morton Memorial on the following Sunday night. The Py Kofes met with Mrs Otto Keller Saturday afternoon. Edith Hester spent Sunday with Mrs Fd Rosechant. Mr and Mrs WL EL Kelly of Denver, visiting relatives, departed for home with Mrs Kelly accompanying. Dr Ida Rahim will give an actress at Wall Street Church Sunday afternoon May 23. Current Events and Ensemble Clubs to support an Armenian orphan. Miss Gussie Ever reports the death of her brother Dan Ever Jr from burns at a dumber camp where he worked. he lived there until 13, then moved to Gullman, Alabama. Rev J BR Mantes of Idaho officiated at Wall Street Church Sunday, with evening services. A large Wall Street Church delegation heard Rev Arnold Clegg at Howard Park Church Sunday night. A O Ulab met Saturday with Miss Ruth Prinz. Mr Pearcy Crow arrived from Chicago to spend the week with his mother.

Presbyterian — Missionary Society Coredon Dart Vue Epworth Morton Memorial Chacen Morton Memoral Epworth League Lowsville Py Koftes Otto Keller Edith Hester Fd Rosechant Miro WL EL Kelly Denver Kelly Ida Rahim Wall Street Gussie Ever Dan Ever, Jr Burns Dumber Gullman Ala J. BR. Mantes Idahoe Wall St Arnold Clegg Howard Park Church A. O. Ulab Ruth Prinz Pearcy Crow Chicago

Cemeterial Meeting Set for Mountain Grove May 23

The annual Cemeterial Meeting and Decoration Day will be held at Mountain Grove Cemetery on May 23 with speeches by several good speakers. The site honors numerous pioneers buried in the Knobs area near Vemphis.

Mountain Grove Cemetery Knobs Vemphis

Wanted assistant matron at Jeffersonville Orphans Home on Meigs Ave

Advertisement seeks a white assistant matron for the Jeffersonville Orphans Home on Meigs Avenue. Phone number 255 provided for applications. Adv. D. 35 C-Apr. 15-28.

Jeffersonville Orphans Meigs Avenue

Fun memories of torchlit campaigns in old town elections

Old timers recall energetic pre Australian ballot campaigns with torchlight processions. Republicans and Democrats held massive rallies in Charlestown and Jeffersonville with brass bands, glee clubs, and fireworks. Night parades drew thousands and illuminated streets as voters cheered and celebrated party triumphs.

Spring Street Court Avenue William Patterson Charles— Town Henryville Utica Jeffersonville

Five Die and Several Hurt in Oklahoma Tornado

A tornado north of Chelsea and near Lust, Oklahoma yesterday left five people killed and at least eight seriously injured. Communications were down as wires were severed and farms were reportedly blown apart by the high winds.

Muskokee Okla Chelsea

Fire destroys supply warehouse at Camp Travis

San Antonio reports a major fire at Camp Travis destroyed Ordinance Warehouse No 11 near here yesterday. The warehouse contained supplies valued at about 1 000 000 dollars and first estimates place the loss at at least 500 000 dollars.

Camp Travis San Antonio Texas Here

Anti-Carranza Labor Movement Reported In Mexico

In Agua Prieta Sonora on May 3 confirmation of reports of widespread anti-Carranza labor movements across Mexico was outlined. Juan Rico vice president of the Seinetypers Union of Mexico and secretary of the Mexican Labor Party executive board said the American Federation of Labor is expected to support the movement.

Mexico Agua Prieta Sonora Amercan Federation OF Labor Juan Rico Vice THE Mexican Labor Party

Memories of rowdy election parades and primary crowds

The piece recalls past election processions with delegations marching from Henryville Utica Charlestown Menephis Otisco Marysville and Seat Counties. It notes costly demonstrations, rare simultaneous party displays, occasional fights and breakups, heavy drinking, and a perceived decline in primary excitement over the years.

Henryville Utica Charlestown Menephis Otisco Marysville Bacchus

Death of John Byrn Leaves Two Civil War Veterans

John Byrn aged 76 died Friday in Bethlehem township. He is survived by his widow and two daughters. Funeral was held at his Otto home and he was buried at Ross God's Acre. Rev. Fred Davies of the Christian Church led the services.

John Byrn Bethlehem Township

Veteran Fisherman Nets forty four bass at Soudrew pond

Daves Dali hauled a string of forty four black bass from Soudrew pond with a five pounder among them. The Fish and Game Club plans to drain the pond to save and relocate the bass to creeks. David Ball, Prosecutor Claude McBride and others aim to move the pond’s youth fish to safety.

Daves Dali David Ball Claude McBride Fish& Game Club Youney

Memorial Hospital Vote For Clark County Citizens

Voters are urged to approve a Memorial Hospital to be controlled by the Clark County Board of Commissioners. Trustees will be appointed from Clark County citizens. The hospital will be non sectarian and non partisan and serve all county residents. It honors soldiers and sailors who sacrificed their lives.

Clark Counts ‘Board of Commissioners Clark County Dark County

For Sale Cottage at 617 Indiana Avenue

Four room cottage offered for sale at 617 Indiana Avenue. Call between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the above address. Advertisement runs from April to May 6.

Indiana Avenue

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