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Newspaper

Madison Weekly Herald

Location

Madison, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1920

Page

4

Madison Marks 724th Birthday Milestone and Local Politics

Mr Prank Mo Hill celebrated his 724 milestone with friends while The Herald extends congratulations and best wishes. Hon Clarence E. Custer toured Madison seeking support for Congress in the Fourth District and planned six speeches with Farmers Association in Switzerland county. Hon Simeon F. Leland, a Democratic candidate for Judge, has a long Madison career from 1886 to 1910 and a record as lawyer, city attorney, school board treasurer and church treasurer. Persia note adds cultural contrast with boys and girls in separate play.

Prank Mo Hill Madison Herald Bill Rk. OF. Berson) Lumber Co Universal Portlan Cement Southeastern Hospital Tneane Clarence E. Custer Columbus Vevay John Klein Jennings County Farmers’ Association Custer Farmers’ Assocaation Switzerland County Simeon FE Leland Fifth Judicial Circuit Jefferson Switzerland Iss Edwin G. Leland Supreme Court of the State Jefferson County Leland Judge Friedley State of Indiana George H. D. Gibson William ‘. Friedley Fourth Jaicil Kriedley Supreme Court N. EE Ife the Cry Common Council of the Cry of Mite Building and Loan Association Methodist Church Trinity Church

New World Movement Seeks Bible Tithing Across Denominations

The United Presbyterian Church launches a February drive urging fifty thousand men and women in America to pledge regular income for Christian advancement. The campaign mirrors similar efforts in other denominations, aiming to revive biblical tithing and widen stewardship among congregations nationwide.

America New World Movement United Presbyterian Church Otf Methodist Episcopal Church

Stewardship Campaign Aims For 60,000 Tithers In Presbyterians

Dr John White leads a New World Movement campaign from Pittsburgh to recruit 50 000 Presbyterians to tithe and place God and His kingdom first Special sermons are planned every Sunday in February with layman days and enrollment on the fourth Sunday Cards will be circulated in churches to sign up 60 000 or more participants

New World Paion John Hooo White Titts Doreb Peraeyivania God

Court News: Handlen Divorce Dismissed and Neal Mandate Dismissed

The divorce case of Jessie Handlen vs Edward Handlen was dismissed this morning on motion of the plaintiff's attorney Judge P. E. Bear. The State ex rel John Neal vs Edward Reed et al mandate dismissed at plaintiff's costs. England drinks more milk than water.

Jessie Handlen Edward Handlen P. E. Bear John Neal Edward Reed Plaintiff

Madison wind storm injures woman at gate on West First

During the wind storm yesterday Mrs. Nancy Woodfill was severely injured when a gate at her home on West First Street blew against her. Mr. and Mrs. J. S. Christie left for Indianapolis to spend weeks after selling their Hanover area farm and plan to reside in Greensburg at the IOOF home. Mr. Wallace Jackson and Miss Esther Bracken obtained a marriage license from Clerk Prewatt and will marry this evening in Hanover.

Nancy Woodfill West First Street J. S. Christie Indianapolis Hanover Greensburg Wallace Jackson Everett Jackson Esther Bracken Louis Bracken North Madison Levi Burnworth

Benefiel Divorce Restores Maiden Name Custer

Gladys R Benefiel was granted a divorce from Wilbur S Benefiel and restored to her maiden name Custer. Curtis Marshall was plaintiff's attorney and P E Bear represented the defendant. Ajuvenile court judge Griffth at L o'clock this afternoon found 15 year old Clara Meadows guilty of failing to attend school and suspended the sentence pending regular attendance. The affidavit was filed by Prosecuting Attorney Byron Mouser under the compulsory education act.

Gladys R. Benefiel Wilbur S. Benefiel Custer Curtis Marshall P. E. Bear Clara Meadows Griffith Indianapolis Byron Mouser Vevay

White Elephant Sale A Big Social League Event

The White Elephant Sale and market hosted yesterday by the Social League of the Lutheran Church at their East Street chapel drew strong patronage. An evening play with musical numbers followed. The Indies in charge expressed gratitude for public support. The Haymakers Association No 243 Social Committee plans an after Monday dance at the Jefferson Street K of P hall with the Porter Saxophone Orchestra providing music. All members and friends are invited to attend.

Social League The Lutheran Church East Street Haymakers’ Association No. 243 P. Hall Jefferson Street Porter Saxophone Orchestra

Titan tractors on display at Conrad Heck hardware

Four Titan tractors of 1020 horsepower each are shown in front of Conrad Heck's hardware store on Main Street drawing crowds. Inter national Harvester Company of Chicago makes the machines, with local rep Mr. Heck. Buyers include Parker Bishop Canaan Joan R Thomas Hanover Road James L Rogers Trimble County Ky Dr Rand Trimble County Ky Indianapolis. March 26. Senator Harding blamed President Wilson for the treaty defeat in Indiana advocating universal training.

Titan Conrad Heck Main Street International Harvester Company Chicago Heck Herbert M. Flora Mr. Heck Parker Bishop Canaan Joan R. Thomas Hanover Road James L. Rogers Trimble County Dr. Rand Indianapolis Wilson Harding Indiana

Birthday salutations and local notes from Gary

On March 26 Mr John G Hitz marks his 8th birthday with family gathering and warm wishes. The piece also lists Post A A to P officers elected at Kot PL Hall and notes teacher salary increases in Gary, Indiana.

John G. Hitz Jay Fitz Indiana Kentucky la Belle Riviere Ohio Hitz Post AA P. A Kot PL Hall Edward M. Smith Charles Hillabold William McDermott C. W. Geile Oc. McGuire William Bierek W.C. Roth Joseph L. Schofield Patrick Lowry C. N. Hor

Flu Epidemic Warned as Cure Patter Reappears

A public notice urges avoidance of coughing and sneezing individuals to curb flu spread. It promotes a home remedy of Mentholized Arcine with directions to gargle and nasal spray, claiming quick relief and affordable availability from druggists.

Dentrifice Recommended by U S Army Dental Surgeons

The article describes a dentrifice that contains the proper ties considered ideal by United States Army dental surgeons for military dental care.

United States Army

Local Judge Accepts Assignment in Sabbath Case

Porthind Meranoot Porthold, a judge from Jagemeuit Court, takes a spect position in the state against Frank Walters of Blarthord Coty. Walters faces charges over motion picture activity on the Sabbath, with prior decisions by the Blackford circuit court referenced amid disputes.

Meranoot Porthold Jagemeuit Frank Walters Blarthord Coty Blackford

Milford man touts goat gland transplants for fertility

J R Brinkley of Milford Kansas promotes interstitial goat gland operations claiming his first child from six born via these transplants. He says the procedure proves human fertility can be restored and cites surgeon Serge Voronoff in Paris and Robert Laws in London as others linked to gland experiments.

J. Rk. Brinkley Milford Kan Han Tie Sergius Voronoff Paris Robert George Laws London Laws

Paul Little Kidnapped in Lexington Kentucky Escapes

Paul Little was abducted in Lexington Kentucky two days ago. He escaped when the jailor left his room unlocked and the boy telephoned his father. Police and a patrol squad regained custody as the kidnapper fled, leaving a detailed description with authorities.

Lexington Mo Paat Tattie Hayes Woo Pheorn Valers Paul

Rear Admiral Plunkett Defends Navy Wartime Roles

Rear Admiral Plunkett told the Senate committee that if Germany had been the enemy earlier, the U S would have paid indemnity due to a lack of men. He blamed Daniels for the shortage and noted his wartime commands in naval lourne, France.

Washington Germany Plunkett Senate Committee Daniels Paeseedey Navallournem Deldighes France

Early 20th Century News Edge and Maritime Mishap

A damaged town report notes a small towboat The Sator Boy owned by Capt. John Klemm of Pittsburgh sank at West Street after high winds. Washington reports March 26 Borah introduces a corrupt practices bill to curb preconvention spending by candidates and supporters. Also mentions dentist visits for wisdom teeth and 1918 New Zealand imports per capita at 100 dollars.

West Street John Klemm Pittsburgh Washington Senate Borah New Zealand

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