Fire damages church pastor’s garage and storage shed
On Tuesday December 21 a fire destroyed the garage of Rev. E. C. Jaberg pastor of the Reformed church, burning his Overland sedan. A storage room and warehouse owned by Alfred Benefiel in West Linton also burned. Hog and steer price ranges were reported in the Indianapolis market. At last night’s Violet Rebekahs gathering Santa Claus attended among other Christmas features.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. C. Jaberg
The
Reformed Church
Alfred Benefiel
West Linton
Violet
UNDESERVEDLY CHOSEN QUEEN AT LAW BANQUET
At the University of North Dakota law banquet Wesley Sando of Grand Forks was chosen as queen. Though no women are enrolled in the program this year the embryo barristers selected a male student for the honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grand Forks N. D
University of North Dakota
Wesley Sando
Grand Forks
Vast Land Resource Could Boost Global Crop Output
Analysts estimate 1.3 billion acres of unused land worldwide could be developed for crop production. Potential gains hinge on sustainable farming practices and access to water, fertilizer, and technology.
Wet Christmas May Be In Store
The weatherman predicted a white Christmas for northern Indiana while downstate areas may see rain on Christmas Eve. A five day forecast shows snow in the north and rain in the south from today through Saturday, with temperatures near normal and lows around 20 to 28 degrees tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
U.P
Indiana
Miss Wilma Bennett to Spend Holidays with Parents
Miss Wilma Jean Bennett, a patient at a hospital in Evansville, will arrive Thursday to spend the holidays with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Bennett. She plans to return to the hospital January 9.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilma Jean Bennett
Evansville
Lawrence Bennett
Way Now Cleared for 7 Executions of Jap War Lords
Tokyo dispatch reports Gen. MacArthur received official notice of the U S Supreme Court decision in the Tojo case and six others. The seven condemned war criminals are expected to be hanged within 24 hours, possibly at dawn Thursday, after the notification timing expires.
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Tojo
Tokyo
Hideki Tojo
Douglas MacArthur
U. S. Supreme Court
MacArthur
Allied Headquarters
Livestock Report From Indianapolis Markets
Hogs 8,000, moderately active and uneven with 225 lb weights down slightly. good and choice 160-220 lb hogs 21.50-22.00, top 22.25, 215 lb typical. Cattle 2,000 and calves 400 with firmer prices. steers and heifers up about 1.00, top load averages 30.00 for good medium weight steers. yearlings and heifers 24.50-26.50. cows 25-50 higher for low grade beef cattle, medium to good cows 17.75-18.50.
Slaughter Calf Market Report With Price Ranges
The report notes prices around 17.50 for canners and cutters 14.00 to 17.00, dealers active and steady. Grades good to choice 32.00 to 35.09, common to medium 24.00 to 32.00, and heavy slaughter calves weak with bulk common to medium 18.00 to 24.00.
Fire at Westminster Hotel Claims Two Lives
A December 21 blaze on three floors of Philadelphia's Westminster Hotel killed a 75-year-old Mrs. M. Drost and 55-year-old Charles Mabe. Five others, including three guests, were burned. rescuers lowered occupants from the front window as flames trapped guests and workers. Several firemen and police were injured during rescue attempts as about 50 guests escaped into the cold in night attire.
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Philadelphia
Central-City
M. Drost
Charles Mabe
Veterans Administration
Hoosier Grain and Goods Sent Abroad in Rail Cars
Twenty five railroad cars loaded with Indiana grain and canned goods were sent east as part of the Christian rural overseas program. The initial shipment dedicates part of an estimated 180 cars, with Indiana churches and farmers raising 272000 dollars in food across 72 of 92 counties.
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Indianapolis
U.P
Indiana
Christian Rural Overseas
Europe
Diphtheria Fight Can Be Won Says Spokane Health Chief
Spokane health officer Dr Arthur E. Lien declares diphtheria could be eliminated with immunization, prompt reporting, and safeguards. He says there is no reason for any child to contract the disease.
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Spokane, Wash
U.2
Arthur E. Lien
Spokane
Lien
Seeing Eye dogs not obtainable from packaging scraps
Henry A. Colgate, president of The Seeing Eye, denied rumors that dogs can be obtained from match folder covers or cigarette pack cellophane. He urged blind seekers to contact The Seeing Eye in Morristown, New Jersey, for eligibility, stating no eligible person is denied for lack of funds. The notice was shared by Claude Reed after local reports of collection of packaging strips.
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Henry A. Colgate
The
Seeing Eye
Colgate
Morristown
New Jersey
Claude Reed
Freeman- Greene County Hospital
Greene Circuit Court hearing on birth details for Harry Fry
Notice states Harry Valentine Fry filed a petition in Greene Circuit Court to determine time and place of birth. Hearing set for December 28, 1948. Clerk Frank A. Lenning notes this on December 21, 1948.
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Harry Valentine Fry
Greene Circuit Court
Frank A. Lenning
Mrs Mary Story Thanks Readers For Cards This Season
Mrs Mary Story of 59 Eighth St extends gratitude for cards and gifts received during the holidays and wishes everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Mary Story
Eighth St. Ss. E.—Pd
League Bowling Totals Reported From Multiple Teams
The Bowling Johnson Hatchery led with Noel 557 and J Hamm 519 while W Jones 588 and Hays 520 contributed. MecCullahough 500 and H Berns 597 topped C V Gold Label with 2 1 record. Maumee 534 and Wall 521 paced last. Linton Iron and Metal posted D Jones 541 and Donie 539 with 1 win.
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Johnson Hatchery
Noel
J. Hamm
W. Jones
Blind
Hays
C. V. Gold
MecCullough
Tanner
Briggs
H. Berns
Mehlhoff
Maumee
Clark
B. Ferry
Riley
B. Fitzpatrick
Wall
Linton Iron and Metal
Sports League Standings and Player Scores Summary
Home Loan and Fin Co led by Fitzpatrick Cary Laughlin King and Taylor with wins 1 and losses 2. Larris Amusement Co paced by Pierce Duvivier Cole Ferguson Barnard won 2 lost 1. Divine Auto Parts with Harting Wilson Hamilton Hunter Fritz were undefeated 3 0. Converto Co with Orman Campbell Saladin Harbett Jones went 0 3.
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Home Loan and Fin. Co
R. Fitzpatrick
Cary
J. Laughlin
King
Taylor
Larris Amusement Co
Pierce
Duvivier
Cole
Ferguson
Barnard
Divine Auto Parts
Harting
Wilson
Hamilton
Hunter
Fritz
Converto Co
Orman
Campbell
Saladin
Harbett
Jones
Faithful Maidens Elect Officers in Quiet Meeting
The Faithful Maidens elected Peggy Gab bard president Kathleen Simmons vice president Phyllis Gravemier secretary treasurer and Charlotte Fenimore reporter at Mrs Tom Wilson home on Friday Social games and songs followed and gifts exchanged Refreshments served to guests Mary Gann Nancy Withycombe and others Kathleen Simmons Phyllis Gravemier Shirley Heaton Ruth Elkins Sharon Heaton Mary Ritter Joan Hutson Peggy Gab bard Charlotte Fenimore.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Wilson
Peggy Gabbard
Kathleen Simmons
Phyllis Gravemier
Charlotte Fenemore
Notice of Admentspavelon in Greene County estate
The undersigned was appointed by the Greene County Circuit Court to administer the estate of Guernard HH Harrel of Greene County Indiana deceased. The estate is believed solvent. Date December 20 1948. Mae Harrel is administrator. J Raymond Powell is attorney.
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Circuit Court
Greene County
Festute
Guernard
HH. Harrel
Hstate
Mae Harrel
J. Raymond Powell
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