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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1920
Page
2
The SPAR announces William A. Gurd of Jeffersonville as a Republican candidate for Sheriff of Clark County subject to the Republican primary in 1920.
Marion S. Bennett of Jeffersonville is announced as a candidate for the Republican nomination for County Commissioner First District subject to the decision of the Republican Primary on May 4, 1920.
Authorized notice states Fred J. Lehr is a candidate for the Republican nomination for County Commissioner, First District, subject to the decision of the Republican primary on May 4, 1920.
Joseph W Morrow enters the Republican primary for Representative from Clark County with the decision set for May 4 1920 Adv.
James E. Taggart is a candidate for Judge of the Fourth Judicial Circuit subject to the decision of the Republican primary. The notice references the 4920 advancement, with emphasis on party nomination.
James W. Dunbar is a candidate for the Republican nomination for Congress in the primaries to be held on May 4, 1920, in Massachusetts.
Samuel J. Swartz files for the Republican nomination for Clark County treasurer. The decision arises from the primary election process dated May 4, 190.
Hat Samuel W. Isler seeks the Republican nomination for Clark County Treasurer subject to the primary election on May 5, 1920. He runs in a countywide contest featuring party designation and voter choice.
Oat Omer Wood of Scott County announces as a Republican candidate for joint senator representing Faark Jackson and Scott Counties. He objects to the party decision stated May 4, 1920, in a public notice.
Frank B. Butler of Jackson County seeks the Republican nomination for Joint Senator from Jackson Clark and Scott counties, subject to the decision of the primary election May 4 1920.
The SITAR announces the candidacy of Harland D Sanders for the Democratic nomination for Representative from Clark County, pending the primary election.
We are authorized to announce WIN CGLEAWAIAN as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for County Commissioner first district subject to the primary election held on April 4 1920.
Analysis portrays the administration as slow to address railway labor board tensions. The piece links executive pace to broader policy challenges and ongoing labor relations.
Special Correspondence reports Indiana congressional location cannot attend. Primary set for May 4. Deputies will cast their vote by Marlin voting method and fulfill duties remotely.
Senator Watson, a resident of Rushville Indiana, checks into hotels while visiting counties on business. He introduces himself as James E. Watson and notes his hometown in the hotel register, though his official duties limit travel back to Rushville.
Help wanted advertisement from J. Gardner Foundry and Machine Co New Albany seeking a core maker. Apply at 61 P May 1, 3, 4, 5.
Quotations describe missions from American and European groups entering China, with women receiving education in mission schools. The text argues American missionaries are shaping Chinese civilization and life by providing schooling and cultural influence.
AREAM note discusses the queue in China and its fading use, noting it as a cultural artifact. It mentions missionary plans for 1920-21 by the Presbyterian Church in the USA, with $7,000,000 allocated and 403 existing mission stations plus 37 new workers to expand work in Chita and surrounding areas amid a 400,000,000 population.
Four room cottage offered for sale at 617 Indiana Avenue. Call between 8 am and 2 pm at the address for details. Advertisement appears in the April to May 6 issue.
The Women’s Foreign Missionary Society will hold a meeting tomorrow afternoon at the church. Members are urged to attend and discuss upcoming projects and outreach efforts.
The Office of Public Roads reports a nationwide program to create model roads from Washington to Atlanta with local maintenance funded by counties and federal engineering supervision. In one year 32 object lesson roads were completed across 12 states, with extensive exhibits and outreach reaching about 300,000 visitors.
Clifford Durant, millionaire aspirant, seeks continual conquest in racing, aiming for the Indianapolis 500 and the Hoosier International to join the elite, planning to defend his title annually. He embraces risk as the thrill matches a big game hunter's hunt.
A wealthy Parisian, Porporato, prepares for the eighth international 500 mile race at Indianapolis on May 31 with 50-50 backing from Clifford Durant after American newspapers publicized the bid. Durant, a racing enthusiast and entrant, helped secure crucial sponsorship that could launch Porporato from obscurity to speedway prominence. Corporate, a European driver, designs advanced steel cars for the Hoosier course, drawing eager attention from race fans.
For sale eggs of Rhode Island Red breed at $3 per single dozen with special prices per 100. Glen E. Burtt located in Jeffersonville Indiana, R. R. No. 2, adv. 15 to May 6. Also wanted a cook for the Jeffersonville Orphan’s Home on Meigs Avenue. Inquiries at the Home. Phone adv. Apr 15-21 inc.
A brief dialogue features a compliment about a person’s brains and ambition. The speaker notes that with such assurance the individual would run for president, highlighting flattery and a hint of political potential.
Mr Growcher muses about wishing to be a boy again and controlling unruly youth who throw snowballs without losing dignity, noting his desire to handle the mischief. The exchange reflects playful nostalgia and intergenerational humor.
A woman remarks that a man earns ten dollars a week and spends most on her while the girl notes his recklessness. The mother would disapprove yet the mother knows a financier of his type cannot promise matrimony.
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