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Newspaper

Madison Weekly Herald

Location

Madison, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1920

Page

2

Local Social Notes Include Visits and Travel

People and families travel and visit relatives across cities with names like Mrs Roy Gray and Mr Cover in St Louis. Furnish family returns home to Newcastle after a trip to Asoc. Duro Hares wins a divorce with custody of two minor children set at 750 dollars, attorney Sulzer and Hear listed.

Mere Canes Creeer Det Cover St. Lou Roy Gray Pidhantpobs Sor and Oo Mars John Cole West Feepstoyer Peat

Funeral at 2 Geelock for William Weber

Funeral services for the late William Weber were held this afternoon at 2 oclock from the East Street residence and were attended by many relatives and friends. Rev W Wilin of the First Presbyterian conducted the rites at Spoingedale cemetery with pallbearers and floral tributes announced.

William Webra W. Wilin Clee

JITNEY TRAINS LOSE NICKEL ERA IN MEMORIES

A fragmented reminiscence recalls the nickel era of streetcars and jitneys. Citizens remember when a nickel bought food treats and transportation, while rising costs and profiteers eroded value, leaving prideless streets and a fading daily ritual.

Fragmented Muse of Youth and Dreams Across Time

A fragmented meditation on youth, maturity, and the drive to build a better world. The text muses on Gates, vision, and the urge to act within limits of power, noting the role of youth as the spur to progress and the tension between aspiration and effort.

Dodo’s Big Mistake and Surviving Portraits

The dodo, unable to fly, was hunted to extinction by Mauritian sailors. Now discoveries reveal living specimens were taken to Amsterdam around 1626, with newly found portraits including a white dodo variant, suggesting a distinct form beside the gray type once known.

I Sland Mauritius Amsterdam Detroit Journal

Wireless Mast on China's Wall Attracts Attention

A large reinforced concrete wireless mast was erected on the Chinese wall for the U S Navy. It stands 104 feet high and the original pre cast erection plan failed after an accident that killed an American engineer and four coolies. A mold formed method was later used successfully despite higher cost. Meanwhile Mr and Mrs John L Hammond of Lancaster township visited The Herald office during their city call.

Man 82 Drowns After Canal Rescue In Indianapolis

Matthew Seiferman age 82 of 42 West Twenty-seventh Street died after artificial respiration by two motor policemen and by rescuers failed to revive him following his body being found in the canal near Roache Avenue. He died at City Hospital after being taken there. Witnesses Leiferman Green and Otte Stein saw the body and jumped in to help, with policemen Sentangen Dalton and Wagonman Kerins arriving and aiding in the revival efforts. An autopsy by Dr. George R. Christian cited several internal injuries including broken ribs and a fractured breastbone. Seiferman came to Indianapolis from Madison about ten years ago.

Matthew Seiferman West Twenty-seventh St Roache Avenue Leiferman City Hospital Ko. Green West Twentysixth Street Otte Stein Hugene Street Twenty-seventh Street Sentangen and Dalton Wagonman Kerins Mr. Leiferman Seiferman Big Pour Thirtieth Twenty-fourth Itas Selferman George R. Christian Tachanapolis Star

Sudden Death of William P Peddie in Madison

William Patterson Peddie died suddenly at 7 30 PM in the office of Dr. James Good, a chiropractor. He suffered a lung hemorrhage after a cold, ending a years long illness. he was 85 or 86, married to Rose Potter with two sons and a daughter, survived by parents and four brothers. He was a painter and a respected community member.

William Patterson Peadie James Good Mr. Peddie Dr. Good William Patterson Peddie James Peddie Madison Rose Potter Robert William Dorothy Ralph Fred Paul Peddie First Baptist Church Juniata

Local Social Notes and Obituaries From Madison

Madison society notes list visits and moves among residents including Mrs J Bo Klein and relatives, Mr Richard Johnson returning from the University of Pennsylvania, a new baby Raymond Franklin, and households of the Wadsworth Magers Leland Schneider Campbell family. Obituary: Albert Horidge, 28, Cragmont patient, funeral arrangements via Haigh. William Burke’s death prompts Indianapolis trip by grandfather.

Ben Whitehead Jefferson Street Raymond Franklin Mary Wadsworth Bill Magers Duiton Indianapolis Stanley Leland DePauw University Leland Lawrence Schneider Sheroamblows Archibald Campbell Fort Worth Texas Wow Albert Iloridge Cragmont Wikes Haigh Wow. Burke William Wy. Burke Grrargge Burke Crown Hall Cemetery

Religious Education Survey Conference Held At Prim and Church

A Jefferson County event featured Dr. Millis and Prof Hannay discussing church teaching and the Interchurch World Movement. The program included prayer, songs, and remarks from Rey. Loran Sanford and field director. A large list of participants and volunteers followed, with praise for the community’s reception and cooperation.

Primi. At Drohow Turner W.ogal Milas Dr. Sel Baptist Church S. de Interchurch World Movement Ivan S. Nowlan Chicago Rey. Loran F. Sanford Religious Education Department Jefferson County

Funeral of Matthias Seiferman and Interment

The remains of Matthias Seiferman arrived by train from Indianapolis with relatives and were taken to his son Andrew Seifer man’s home on Mulberry Street. Funeral services were held at St Marys Church by Rev. Simon Kuhnmaensch, with a Requiem High Mass, then burial at St Josephs Cemetery on Walnut Street. Pallbearers were Casper Krum John Schilling Adam Creiner K W Schelke Frank Whedon and C P Richardson. The finest laces are worth more than their weight in gold.

Tao Howe Harton Cale Petaany Chas Adven- Sane William Jowce Tne Buoodypah Ward Prven Bach Patsy Wilehire Duey Banst Braaillitata Doreda Renee Labelle Elysee Vba Dietthal Chin Chin Boo Mars Tiebn Chatlie Gaddin Anne Tharpers Daly Mabel Lanham Od Pradence Sora Parti Mane Kapp Helen Gavin Matthew Seiferman Indianapolis Andrew Seiferman South Mulberry Street St. Mary's Church Simon Kuhnmaensch St. Joseph's Cemetery North Walnut Street Casper Krum John Schilling Adam Creiner K. W. Schelke Frank Whedon C. P. Richardson

Home Remedy for Catarrh and Colds

Simple at home cure using Mentholated Arcine mixed with boiled water. Gargle the throat and spray into nostrils twice daily to keep nasal passages clean and reduce germs that cause flu and colds.

Bio-feren Tablets Promised To Restore Health

Nervous and run down individuals are urged to try Bio-feren Tablets, claimed as the grandest remedy for nervous weakness. The ad describes a seven day dosing plan and offers refunds if health does not improve, with druggists nationwide carrying the product.

Joseph E Webb Muncie Indiana

Public applauds patriotic finale and Liberty Aflame spirit

The public praised the patriotic finale as worth admission. Miss Liberty Aflame inspired unity in spirit, love and good will to man.

Highway Commission Adds Roads From Madison To North

Hon. Earl Crawford confirms two Madison northbound routes added to the state system, the old North Vernon to Madison road and the Versailles to Madison Michigan road. The river road Madison to Vevay is removed due to high construction costs and flood risk. Governor Goodrich away yesterday leaves open a possible east or west route pending approval.

Indiana State Capitol Foe State Highway Commission Goodrich Wode Obi Caumppell Nendallvale Idiotnepolis Star John McGregor Earl Crawford North Vernon Madison Versailles Michigan Road Highway Commission Indianapolis Vevay Crawford

Zepfs Celebrate 48th Wedding Anniversary at Home

Mr and Mrs Jacob Zepf mark their 48th anniversary quietly at their east First Street home. They are respected Madison citizens and parents of a thriving family of children who are leaders in business. Friends join The Herald in offering congratulations and best wishes for continued health and prosperity.

Jacob Zepf East First Street Zepf Madison Herald

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