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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1919
Page
3
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Various residents make trips by morning train to Indianapolis Cleveland and Terre Haute. Mr Charles Corya departs after a visit to Bert Anutle. Mr J R Alfrey and family leave for Terre Haute. Mrs Louis Barnes travels to Cleveland to visit daughter. Walter Bennett and Mavis Curry wed last night. Clerk Prenatt grants license to Terrek Jones. Remains of Miss Hinnat Delaney are to be buried in Madison after return from Memphis.
The Junta Blayplaners Association No 2400 hosted a masked Halloween ball at the Pythian Building with Porter's Saxophone Orchestra providing music. Prizes included umbrellas for the best masked man and lady. The event was well attended and the group plans more dances in coming months, next on Thursday November 13.
Executed contracts record transfers in Telegraph Hill Madison township and Mt Ton Mialiston area. McBride farm 88 acres titled to Jacob Weis from George Smth with private consideration. March 1 possession for 16 acres on Mie ton and Mallisan tea taps for William and Nettie McCauley. House and lot on Aulenbas avenue deed from William Gouriey and Anna Gouriey to Charles Gouriey private consideration. Philomena Schneider deed to James d Cavanaugh house and lot Fourth street between Walnut and Jefferson streets for 50 dollars.
October weather summary shows 94 degrees max and 38 degrees min on the 18th. Clear days total 10, partly cloudy 9, cloudy 12, with 11.16 inches of precipitation. Also notes cultural remark about wigs among ancient Egyptians and Syrians and a proverb about answering questions.
After years of conflict, Ostend’s casino begins partial reopening as sea front hotels and villas lie in ruins. Buildings dodged shellfire yet suffered interior destruction while locals hope restoration follows intense German raids and bombardment.
The readable lines mention a trial or legal matter with prisoners and authorities, including references to a state and a refusal to apply for a permit. The scattered phrases describe theaters, oversight, and possible dates or actions connected to a foregone conclusion or ongoing inquiry, with several garbled personal names and places.
A late war British navy experiment demonstrates a submerged firing system for submarines. A gun is mounted so only the muzzle stays above water, allowing firing while submerged. The sub surfaces briefly to reload, completing the action in about thirty seconds.
Italians prefer non pointed gifts for weddings avoiding items with sharp edges. The custom reflects taste against dangerous or impractical presents and favors practical toned symbolism.
Mrs Mary Johann leaves for Indianapolis to spend winter with daughter. Mr and Mrs Oliver Clegg return from Indianapolis after visiting Henry Clegg. Bertha Agnes Cline to wed Charles Bramwell on Nov 4 1819. Anna DeVersey returns to Indianapolis after visit with William Beerck. Guy Matthews and son Francis return to Indianapolis after visit with the Matthews family. William Baldwin and Tina Gillett obtain license in Madison. Rainfall 6.15 inches from Oct 26 to Nov 2, near record. Joe Gans recovering at home after appendectomy. John Phillips age 84 dies near Dupont. Howard Christman vs Mrs Vermeha Christman Purcell heard in Judge Griffiths office. Emma Hoffman files divorce from George Hoffman. James Labach Hanover Presbyterian minister dies at 78, survived by two sons. Funeral in Hanover Presbyterian Church. interment in Hanover Cemetery.
Mr Carl Duncan left for Indianapolis to work this winter. Mrs Adam Wolfschlag returned from a visit in Indianapolis. Charles Bramwell and Bertha A Clines were granted a marriage license today. Mr Carl Bartron returned to Dayton after visiting his mother. Mrs Will Pfister and two children returned to Indianapolis. Mrs Frank Johnson and daughter Elizabeth returned from Indianapolis visiting Katherine Johnson. Mrs Minnie Johnson and two sons left for Beattyville Ky after visiting Joe Smith. Harry Bellamy and Joe Skidmore left for Baltimore to spend a few days. Mr and Mrs Edgar Cochran and Mr and Mrs Howard Richardson and son H G Jr visited relatives. they will return to Florence Arizona. Clerk Prewatt issued license to Henry A Heitz and Mildred Kalb for a wedding at St Marys Church tomorrow at 8. Mr James Girard returned from Indianapolis to spend a few days with friends. Mr and Mrs Gacard aged sons have been in Indianapolis for months. they plan to spend the winter there. County commissioners met in court house auditing accounts then went to Chow to inspect painting of al...
A discussion outlines a transformative road undertaking linking historic pathways with contemporary transport needs. Officials emphasize vast scale, noting parallels to famed ancient routes and a vision to connect distant regions. The Sahara’s expanse is cited to underscore the magnitude of the surrounding geography.
Prof J A McCarty of the Indiana Corn Groves Assoc and County Agent Dodruize measured five acre corn plots in a statewide contest. Charles Martin and Wilmer Brooks near Manville showed high yield potential. Results depend on moisture tests and yield calculations for Farm Journal prizes.
Mercury can destroy senses and derange the system when entering the ear. Hall's Catarrh Cure from Toledo Ohio claims to contain no mercury and is advertised as a safe remedy. The ad warns buyers to ensure genuineness and mentions price and availability through druggists.
A whimsical tale where tree toads discuss how newspapers use pictures to illustrate stories. Teddy Tree Toad explains readers see images of animals and people, noting a picture of Grannie Tree Toad’s grandson as the era’s greatest honor.
An Irish passenger with more money than looks sits in a first class carriage. A fellow passenger accuses him of pocketing a handkerchief, but Pat explains they both misjudged each other, remarking that he took the other for a thief and the other took him for a gentleman, nothing more.
Jenny, three, sobs as she tells her mother Jim struck her on the head. The child says it was not intentional and seeks comfort from mammy in this domestic incident note.
A schoolchild is asked how many teeth a human being has and replies with a playful quip that a mouthful is the answer, reflecting a humorous classroom moment.
National Tuberculosis Association sponsors a sale of 650 million Red Cross seals to fund tuberculosis work. Proceeds are directed to the National Tuberculosis Association and related services, with revenues reported in the article and distribution details to communities.
Mrs Cecelia Kampe, wife of Edward Kampe, died at home after a lingering illness. Born March 14, 1842 in the city, she joined Grace M B Church at age 12 and remained faithful. She married Edward Kampe Oct 19 1865 and had a son Wesley who died in 1896. she leaves her husband and four Grebe brothers. Three Grebe brothers preceded her. Her life was devoted to family and church service.
Word reached friends in Madison that Mrs. Charles M. Clay of Cleveland Ohio fell from a second story window while cleaning outside. She landed on her side and suffered a broken hip a broken collar bone and two fractured ribs.
A call from the National Tuberculosis Association and affiliated groups urges volunteers to join a nationwide campaign against tuberculosis. The report cites a survey showing about 200,000 new U S cases annually and asks locals to assist in education, outreach, and fundraising through the holiday seal sale.
The Red Cross emblem was adopted in Meteo Tennessee by the International Anti Tuberculosis Association meeting in Best. Dr Serssveny proposed a combined symbol of charity and humanity. By 1906 the double cross was carved on the counts. The Notte Tuberculosis Association formed four years later and now supports the Red Cross, funded mainly by the Red Cross.
A Madison resident was taken to St. Alexis Hospital after a fall in fall weather. Her injuries are painful but not believed fatal unless pneumonia develops. Mrs. Clay and her son William have lived in Cleveland for years, and Madison friends regret the accident while hoping for a speedy recovery.
Dr Livington Farrand, chairman of the Red Cross Central Committee, will speak in Lexington Indianapolis and Cleveland to outline Red Cross peace time work. He notes home service nursing first aid and Junior Red Cross will sustain the Red Cross mission in American communities amid ongoing overseas relief. About 365 chapters across Ohio Indiana and Kentucky were invited to send delegates to the meetings.
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