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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1915
Page
7
An editorial argues that extending credit terms benefits American buyers and farmers, noting retailers act as banks when credit is offered. It cites a Pan American financial conference advocating longer payment periods to match South American practices and reduce cash dependencies, urging U S merchants to adapt.
The Shelby township eighth grade commencement program lists speakers Supt Joseph Hanna and Lucius T. Lee with music by Mr Wall Deony's class. Attendees paid 10 cents admission. Also notes a Zeppelin explosion by a British plane and Tasmanian hosiery imports.
Local residents depart for Hege Richmond Tadianapolis Jeffersonville and Cincinnati. Notables include Rev Zapf and Mrs M M Warner visiting family while others head to Seattle for prospecting and to Louisville for government work. A steamboat line addition, a death, marriage licenses, and a will contest are reported along with council work and board meetings.
An alarm at 10 o clock summoned the entire fire department to a row of three frame houses on Jefferson Street between Fourth and Fifth occupied by colored residents. The Meadows and family, Bettie Johnson, and the heirs of George Grousling owned the properties. Origin of the blaze unknown. Meadows family rescued some furniture but all three buildings were a total loss. McGregor carried $250 insurance on his house with Madison Insurance. the other two buildings were uninsured. A large crowd watched as flames lit the night sky.
Hon. P. E. Bear has let the contract for his new residence on the old Wright place in North Madison to Wendall Jacobs. Architect J. El. Barber designed a semi Colossal style frame home with seven rooms and a bath. The 383 feet 6 inches square house features a 19 foot east and north porch. watercolor perspective is being prepared for exhibition. May Madison citizens follow Bear’s example and build beautiful homes.
The funeral of Thomas Peak, a well known citizen and civil war veteran, was held at 2 p.m. from the family home on West Main Street and drew a large crowd. He is survived by six sons James of Shelbyville William of the city Edward of Newport News Virginia Neal of West Union Ohio Walter of Indianapolis and Harry of Edinburgh. Rev Moody of the Christian church conducted the services and burial followed at Springdale cemetery with pallbearers Charles A. Bowman I B Mount John Waltz John Cordrey George Frank and John Gaskill serving.
The Madison Lodge of Elks announces a second excursion on the steamer Homer Smith, Monday July 12, following a successful trip last Wednesday. Mr. Smith, president and manager, pledges a big, best ever event with entertainment including highclass music and vaudeville in dining rooms. The lodge rep praises the boat officials and Mr. Smith calls the Madison party the most congenial yet.
Joseph H Underwood born February 7 1883 died June 4 1910 age 27 years 3 months 26 days after a two year illness from pulmonary tuberculosis He was a capable bookkeeper admired son brother and friend a Hicks Baptist church member and noted for kindness and good character He leaves a mother father and sister and many relatives who mourn him and recall his promising life
Final settlement reports filed for the estates of Tilatha Mc Creary and Robert D. Oliver with respective administrators. Richard L. Polk appointed administrator of Marshall C. Polk estate. Curtis Marshall named attorney. In Porter and Sherman v Hotel Jefferson, United States Fidelity & Guaranty Co. receives an answer and cross complaint filed by John Mc Gregor. In Taylor v Lee, Curtis Marshall files rule to answer for plaintiff.
Two year old son of Mr and Mrs John Jordan near Anderson is at risk from lockjaw after a rooster attacked him through the cheek and nose. Antitoxin given, recovery doubtful. Export figures note Argentina ships about 5 000 000 bushels weekly with trends up and down from last year while India increases, world wheat supply appears stable with no large shortage ahead. Southwest wheat harvest near. US growers likely to market no surplus beyond last year at favorable prices.
The entry of Italy into the European war heightens U S commercial friction with Europe. Britain and Germany resist shipments, delaying potsa fertilizer and cotton to the continent. A key potash dispute ends with no agreement, halting German requirements and delaying American trade as Italy joins the Allies.
Monroe township and adjacent townships see two highway petitions study. Viewers named by the Monroe board report back at the July term. Attorney E S Roberts represents petitioners in both matters.
Mayor Crozier assessed fines in the Mayor's Court this afternoon. Albert Maurer paid 25 dollars and costs for assault and battery on James Cook. Edward Suilender paid 10 dollars and costs for assault and battery on James Cook. Henry Scudder paid 10 dollars and costs for drawing a deadly weapon. Joseph Surlender paid 5 dollars and costs for intoxication.
National League results show Philadelphia beat St. Louis 8 to 4 while Brooklyn defeated Pittsburgh 6 to 1. American League had Detroit 3 New York 2 and Cleveland 3 Washington 6 St Louis 4 Philadelphia 1. Also brief notes on British merchant fleet and Irish salt works at Carrickfergus.
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