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Newspaper
Jeffersonville Star
Location
Jeffersonville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1920
Page
1
Fragmentary report describes an accident on Maple Street involving Mrs HL Gabsan and her family. It notes witnesses and a moving vehicle, with a subsequent coroner’s finding and a death, as authorities review the events and determine fault.
Estate of Jacob Riefer with executor Jacob Kiefer presents accounts for examination on June 23 1920. Heirs creditors and legatees must appear to show cause for approval or objections at Circuit Court Jeffersonville Indiana. Seals clerk Chas K Zotu wan.
A muddled notice claims Don Posan’s Reculets are in stock at all stores but unclear wording creates confusion. Local shoppers are advised to verify availability before purchases as the claim lacks official confirmation.
Word has reached of the death Tuesday night in Topeka Kansas of Mr. Frank Scott a longtime resident. He was born near Borden and lived there until about 23 when he moved west. Survived by his widow six children seven brothers and five sisters. The list includes T and John R in this city Glenn B in New Albany Whintiefild and Will in St Joseph Mo Carter in Travisity Ta and Zenor in Trenton N D. Also Mrs Henry Temple and Miss Elva Scntt of this city Mrs Harcy Plesens of New Albany Mrs Thomas Bell of Davis City Ta and Mrs Rosene Mason of St Joseph Mo. May. The body of Harrye Gack died Feb 72 1902 at 24 was removed from Sellersburg Cemetery and reburied in Walnut Wes Cemetery with his father David S S Cank. He died shortly before Christmas and his widow and two sons live in Jetsonville.
The event occurred at his home last evening for his 23rd birthday. Parish neighbors visited and presented various gifts including clothing, fur, fish, cakes, and candies. A large cake adorned with 25 burning candles was served. The Rev. Peeram called it the most agreeable surprise of the season.
Major Aughur R. Reblasem predicts Indiana counties will meet quotas in ten days to two weeks for the Salvation Army Home Service drive. The campaign seeks 452 GW state funds and local subscriptions to support welfare and auxiliary services for the needy.
Sunday School class at St. Luke's Church reports attendance by Miss Fay Weidner Miss Kina McDonald and others with visitors Arpa ce Reichie Sarai and Jimixa Shelton The Calumet Club met with Mrs William Robinson and list of members The Tri Kapnas discussed Rex Room in Beek Building Twelve Needies Chiat notes changed membership A varied roster of fellow journalists and social attendees listed with names and roles
Glub Calendar lists Thursday and Friday gatherings across Wall Street churches. Sewing circles and embroidery groups, circle meetings, indoor picnics and a banquet at Green Lantern Tea Room mark Thursday night. Friday features a garden party, a musical entertainment, and the Presbyterian Goarlet’s final meeting before fall.
Saturday events drew crowds to the Flower and Garden Carnival with stalls and exhibits along the main riverfront. Local groups highlighted crafts, plants, and community activities as residents joined the daytime celebration.
Local advertorial claims Jeffersonville residents use Adler-i-ka to cleanse the digestive system. It asserts the tonic removes imagined poisons from the stomach and intestines, relieves indigestion and constipation, and mentions a single bottle curing a stomach issue.
Reserved seat tickets go on sale at Bovee's Sweet Shop for an event titled Hats Hats Rats at the K of P Armory on Friday May 28 with advance ads running May 27 and 28.
A fragmented wartime notice honors comrades with a memorial at Mt Aten. The unclear text names the Republic Army and veterans groups while referencing a ceremony led by Mr. Aton and local figures.
A scheduled hearing concerns the Pourfeentin Distreiel case with officials from the Unitedl Aaa present. The event aims to address the pase degree in the district department, noted for its regional implications.
Administrator of the estate of Thomas de Gass will auction at the Thomas Gass farm near Martinsburg on Wednesday June 9 beginning at 9 o clock. The sale includes horses mules cattle hogs farm equipment and home goods with terms cash for sums under five dollars and nine months note for larger amounts. John Trainer tenant will also offer his interests in the described property at the same time and place.
A report to the state counsel details taxable property in Brasouius Ul Saleomitie, with total value listed at 385 081 and an average value of 38.07. Readouts include counts and values for cattle, farm implements, household goods, stocks of merchandise, and other items as of yesterday.
Open proceedings document the mix of cases before Clark County officials concerning gravel road petitions in Oregon Chartesteawn townships. The transcript notes estates of George W. Benjamin and Lake J. Blafurphy with listed appraisals and tax claims amid a family dispute over inheritance and duties.
A brief item notes a new bonnet worn by the minister’s wife in Millinacy with local interest and a May 2028 date reference. The piece highlights fashion and social detail in a small community setting.
States at Indiana and Michigan joined as the Salvation Army province report total enrollment funds of 168625 raised for the Home Service Appeal. Major Arthur R. Robinson says canvass will expand across counties with a goal of 452000 for social welfare and new buildings. Doan's Ointment ad appears at end.
Investigation ordered by the State Department into the seizure of two American mining engineers in Mexico. Homer Cak, of New York City, identified as one captive, with a second man named Macdonald possibly involved. Authorities consider Kidnapper may be linked to extortion efforts against mining firms.
A crude report from San Francisco dated May 27 describes Dr Pope and Archery expert Archer Young traveling with four bows and arrows to hunt and tranquilize four grizzly bears for a habitat display at the California Academy of Sciences. The expedition, funded by Ogden Mills of New York, includes pistols for emergencies.
Democratic opposition grows as Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska and Republicans oppose the administration’s bid to grant Congress authority to accept and mandate over Armenia. Indications point to further Democrats siding with Hitchcock, while House leaders seek a swift resolution to the broader issue.
Allen Moders of Missouri Avenue testifies his kidneys improved after using Daam’s Kidney Pills. He recalls nocturnal discomfort and back pain before relief, noting that others in his family had similar issues. The ad claims the remedy cleanses kidney weakness and urges readers to buy at 60 cents from local dealers.
Property listing for a four room cottage at 802 Indiana Avenue with inquiry address 517 Spring Street. Advertisement dated May 22 1028.
Advert shows Green Lantern Tea Room offering excellent whitehead dishes and dinners at 258 Spring Street with notice for May 2. The ad lists a price or code C10OD and date in 1923.
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