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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1920
Page
4
A garbled clipping discusses the creator of jazz and likens them to prominent “shimmers,” noting the unclear origin and the chaotic presentation of the text. The tone hints at a tribute to a pivotal figure despite the damaged wording.
The inventor and builder of wartime combat planes, Mr. Fokker, arrived from Rotterdam. He notes German troops used the Pipor as a swift pursuit craft on the western front and predicts rapid aviation advances within five to ten years despite Allied travel and weather challenges.
In Morgantown, West Virginia, photographer L. F. Vriend recalls starting a bank account twelve years ago with £100 in cash and checks in a wallet. The wallet was later found by a friend with the cash missing, suggesting a theft and prompting questions about the finder’s honesty.
Austria was voted a seat in the League of Nations yesterday, becoming the first former enemy state to be recognized. The move marks a notable postwar reconciliation step for the international body.
The piece argues a store mirrors its owner and that success comes from enterprise and current advertising. A progressive, up-to-date merchant reads newspapers and places ads to attract new customers, while a stagnant shop loses old patrons.
Madison reports festive storefronts as holiday season arrives. Miss Salie Romerill of Vevay visits her aunt Mrs. John L. Muret on east First street. Mrs. M. C. Garber returns from Indianapolis. Miss Mamie Paugh of Crawfordsville comes home for Christmas from Hanover. Miss Eleanor Allison from Hanover travels home to Schneider for holidays. Mrs. Nancy Bruner, 64, dies at Southeastern Hospital. survivor brother John S. Morrison of Belmont awaits shipment. Sheriff Dinammer and Deputy Schuler recover stolen buggy from Waverly Scalf’s home in Lamb after tracking from Ripley County.
Mrs. George S. Cottman leads a New Year pageant at the First Christian Bible School to benefit Europe's hungry children. Madison residents are urged to attend as Christmas cheer fills the town. Cottman writes and directs with noted talent promising rich costumes and an almost oriental stage beauty.
John Melton died at home after an illness of about a week. He was born on Ryker's Ridge and worked as a farm hand in summer. He was about 59, survived by daughter Mrs. Joseph Messmore and son Harry Melton of this city. His wife died about 20 years ago. Funeral arrangements not yet announced.
Yesterday at the J. Frank Craig home in Hanover Miss Carrie Craig married Aly Justi Shaw. The ceremony was conducted by Dr. F. O. Ballard of the Hanover Presbyterian Church. Only relatives and close friends attended. They will reside on the Pleasant Ridge farm. Best wishes from friends.
David Carver a well known colored man in the city died at his west Fifth street home at 7 30 this morning after six weeks illness He was about 59 years old and is survived by his mother and several brothers The funeral time is not yet decided
Geneva December 17 The Chilean delegation presented a communication from the Chilean government praising Argentina’s stance and pledging support for the Argentina amendments at the next meeting. The large powers actions in former German colonies defy the United States and smaller nations, provoking bitterness. Charles Daugherty of Canada said the move strengthens opponents of the League in the U S and elsewhere. The League assembly unanimously admitted Albania.
Senator Warren declares in the Senate that to prevent bond values from falling and avoid higher Treasury certificate rates there must be decisive retrenchment in government expenditures and appropriations.
In Independence on December 16 one white boy and one Negro were killed during rioting after a black suspect who robbed and killed a suburban grocer was sought. About 150 American Legion members patrolled streets on December 17 to guard the jail and deter a second outbreak. the mayor canceled a troop request.
The passenger, born in the country, spoke little English and rode Great Northern trains toward Dover Teer River and Grand Rapids. Another day, investigators noted his lack of language and questioned his origin and travel plans while on board. Passengers later testified about the journey toward Grand Rapids and a promise to return to Deer River with his foster father.
A rural party left several chickens sick after intoxicated guests used tainted feed. Mrs Bark alerted Central police, Lt Bark made two arrests but later nolleled charges. All attendees were put on bread and water. the rooster remains ill.
The McKee prizes funded by Edward L. McKee of Indianapolis were awarded to Madison public schools. Winners and titles span Senior High to Intermediate, with cash prizes and assorted Glass candy or Eggleston School items. Asbestos paper note and bird family fact appear in the closing lines.
Town Marshal Garrett John Linville and George Laurie of Greentown testified before the Federal Grand Jury in Indianapolis on December 17. They described how the Howard county sheriff and prosecutor seized two prisoners and demanded liquor and their car. The trio brought the liquor to the federal building to prevent seizure. An ancient pearl was valued by Pliny at 400000 dollars.
The American Forestry Association proposes a national forest program with at least 11 million dollars yearly. It calls for expanded federal ownership, state cooperation, reforestation, rapid planting of denuded lands, and a 10 million dollar annual land purchase fund over five years.
M. L. Leahy of Wichita Kansas notes that car motion and motor purr soothe his three month old. He placed a vacuum sweeper under the crib and found the baby slept while the motor hummed, stirring only when it stopped.
An auty speeder, fined weeks ago, asked Judge Bernard oC of the Cincinnati Municipal Court to suspend the fine. He argued he helps support his mother. Judge Fox noted 57 automobile fatalities in the year, a sobering sign he sees regularly.
The United States grave registration service reports thousands of bodies already brought back from Germany. Remains will be shipped to American cemeteries and families as part of a broad public effort. The operation, tied to postwar reconstruction, aims to repatriate most identified soldiers and burial dates expected in late summer.
Five Haute December 16 Eight bakeries in the state operating under supervision of Indiana Bake-Rite System filed a bankruptcy petition today through Llomer L. Steel. M. Carence Morrow, manager of the Bake-Rite plant in Madison, says notification status on effects to the real bakery is awaited. Mrs Virginia Marquette left for Louisville to spend Christmas with her father.
A faded ad touts a nonexpensive cure to clear catarrh and nasal passages. It describes mixing Arcine with water in a bottle, gargling the throat, and snuffing or spraying the nostrils twice daily to keep the nose and throat clean and reduce flu germs' foothold.
A dentrifice containing proper ties is recommended as ideal by United States Army dental surgeons. The guidance emphasizes orderly conduct, professional appearance, and standardized etiquette within military dental clinics and related settings.
Nervous and run down individuals testify that Bio-feren tablets restored them to normal. The ad claims it aids nervous, weak, and keen minded persons, recommends a seven day dosage, and offers refunds if users are not improved. Local druggists stock or can obtain the remedy.
Indianapolis Dec 17 The State Board of Education selected E A Wraith of Illinois to be director for vocational education for Indiana.
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