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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1915
Page
8
An old Indiana notice dated November 25 1916 lists a one year advance subscription and a Pontowioest Maison account at 1 East Main Street Alison. The fragment references a matter office and local address in a brief classifieds notice.
In Indianapolis federal court creditors of Julius Wobfeld owner of the Louden and a Madison store filed involuntary bankruptcy petitions covering both outlets. John A. Boesinger appointed receiver took charge of the Louden store but was later instructed to close both stores. Estimated liabilities run about 12000 with assets near 5000. A first creditors meeting and trustee appointment are not yet set, expected early next month in Ry nerson and Ry nerson's office. The Columbus Herald reports the store here remains open briefly under receiver management.
Democratic state committee reports high demand for speakers across Indiana with key names like Senator Kern Governor Ralston Congressman Adair and Auditor Crittenberger slated for Holiday Week events. Due to Senate and House adjournments only limited dates remain December 27 in Brookville December 28 in Richmond December 29 in Fort Wayne December 30 in Lafayette and December 31 in Muncie with other officials like George A. Bittle Phil Zoercher J. Fred France and James H. Fry added efforts. Potential appearance by National Committeeman Thomas Taggart is hoped but not guaranteed.
Public health notice warns against ointments for catarrh or pains that contain mercury. Mercury can damage senses and the body when absorbed. Reputable physicians should prescribe only safe remedies. Hall's Catarrh Cure from F J Cheney Co Toledo claims no mercury and is taken by mouth.
Belleview notes a Thanksgiving closing and various local comings and goings. John Higbie moved to Madison with son Mac taking charge of the farm near Bryantsburg. W. S. Long installs a telephone on the farmer line. Carrie Wahlman visits from Madison County with brothers Fred and Will Wahlman. Several neighbors and families—Hoefling Ligon Selleck—spend time with Rev J J Ligon at North Madison and attend Thanksgiving events. A new barn on J B Selleck’s Stony Point farm rises with Chauncey Andress directing carpentry as 17 men 9 women and 1d children share a bountiful dinner.
Mrs James Sanford returned home from Indianapolis after visiting her children. Mrs E W Burris and Miss Charlotte Burris and Kenneth Burris stayed with her parents I J Latta. Mr and Mrs Harry Schwab visited Harry Owens and wife. Mr William Smith and family moved to Kent last week. Martha Francisco visiting Wirt.
George Buchanan and several Switzerland county residents learned they are heirs to Mrs. Eliza Ramseyer’s estate after her Tipton death. Attorney Curtis Marshall secured a settlement after court actions, sending Buchanan a check for $5,165.
Bishop Chartrand presided at a ceremony at St Patrick's North Madison and St Anthony's China confirming a class of children and several adults from both parishes. Sponsors Mr John Hoffman and Mrs Mark Crawley attended as clergy and a large crowd gathered.
Ruth Harkness bakes a mince pie with raisins and clove for a hoped for guest John Prouty only to face romantic misunderstandings and a late visit, prompting a quiet gesture to Matam Jefferson with a caring note. The tale blends family ties, longing, and hospitality as Thanksgiving approaches.
An advertisement claims Dean's Kidney Pills fix kidney trouble and swelling, citing Mrs. John E. McKay of Madison who reports rapid relief from back pain swelling and body pains. Price 50c at dealers. Foster Milburn Co. Props Buffalo NY.
A poem praising God for blessings across the United States from sea to sea. It thanks for liberty and prosperity, the land’s natural resources, industry, progress, and unity among diverse people, concluding with gratitude to Lake The Herald.
An advertisement touts Dosn's Ointment as a remedy for eczema and skin itching. It claims effective relief for sufferers and sells at 50 cents per box.
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