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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1919
Page
3
Madison item notes a deacon Jane Matter office matter at 11 Kaat Main Street Madison on February 16, 1914. Local notice references a property or market event and lists officials.
Madison reports that Arson Wilkerson and Mael Dicky both of Clark county were granted marriage licenses by Clerk Prenatt this afternoon. Earlier today Clerk Prenatt issued licenses to Grover Co Martin of Jefferson county and Marsel Guynn of Scott county. The South Bend sessions of the D A R R closed yesterday and the 1920 Conference will be held at Vincennes. Resolutions call for suffrage. Miss Minne Camerer of Cincinnati and Miss Alice Camerer of Town City were called on account of their mother Mrs Gus Camerer’s death and returned today. Mrs Kidward Kennedy and her son Edward Jr plan to return to Peru after visiting Mr and Mrs Wallace McKeand and others. Mr and Mrs Walter Metroy have moved to South Berkeley, California. Miss Lucy Marshall, guest of Mrs Oliver Roe, leaves for Cratona with Mrs Roe accompanying to Chicago.
James H. Thomas of the National Union of Railway Men is identified as the real leader of a major transport workers strike in England. The account notes his background, education, and activities, linking him to a significant mobilization that affected many workers.
The Historical Society hosted a reception at the Lanier Home in Indianapolis for the Pioneer Club and the Nature Club attended by about 100 guests. Thirty-nine visitors signed the register, with many members overlapping both clubs. The event featured autumn decor, light refreshments, and remarks by the Historical Society president plus talks by John Holliday and others. Notable attendees included a list of Indianapolis residents and several local land transactions were noted, including transfers in Smyrna and Graham townships.
Frank Buchanan a former Trimble county resident died at his Indiana home after a paralysis stroke at age about 40. He leaves a widow two daughters and a son two sisters live in the city. Gertrude O Neal filed divorce from John T M Neal. Irvin L Selig estate sues Madison Light & Railway Co for 710000. The deceased died after electric wire contact at his parents home. Estate petitions and custody changes in several cases are noted. Mrs Harry Owen dies at 32 after loin hospital stay. funeral held at Middlefork Christian Church with burial in Dupont cemetery. she leaves a husband four children and a brother in Indianapolis.
Aaron Davis and Louise Meade both of Madison were granted marriage licenses by Clerk Prewatt. Other notices include birth of George D Graham, 11 pounds, and multiple travels, visits, and a fatality in the local community.
The funeral for Mrs Rebecca Rogers was held at Manville Christian church at 10 o clock yesterday morning in a large service. Rev Trinkle of Rising Sun led the religious rites and interment followed in Manville cemetery with grandsons acting as pallbearers. In Trimble county Kentucky Rev Reuben M Sims conducted the service for Mrs Henry McIntyre at Mount Byrd Church and she was laid to rest at Moffett's cemetery. Sims left by morning train for Cincinnati to join the International meeting of the Christian Church before returning to Virginia.
Mr Charles Hutchens and Miss Mae Rex obtained a marriage license from Clerk Prewitt this afternoon. The groom manages Trick's five and ten cent store in Madison, moving from Elwood six weeks ago, while the bride is an Elwood girl who arrived in Madison yesterday. No man is a hero to his valet unless forced to act as his own valet.
Indianapolis leaders describe a two year effort by the Hoosier State Automobile Association to mark 29 cross state highways with pole signs steel signs and detour markers. A surveying and signaling program funds by auto license fees aims to guide motorists and improve road conditions statewide with county officials urged to adopt the signs.
Mr W C Beckman left for Indianapolis after visiting Edward Eckert. Mr and Mrs J W Croxton of Cloverdale returned from Ghent Kentucky. Mrs Arthur Holmes departed for Chicago. Mrs W W Millar attends synodical meeting in Frankfort. Mr and Mrs Bert Francisco return to Tampa Florida. Mr and Mrs G F Reynolds leave for Owensboro Kentucky. A M Hoffstadt returns to Louisville after visit. 521 West street conveyed to William T Harley photographer. The Lemen firm handles sale. Acton Mont visitors take charge of Michael Bierck farm. S E Haigh and daughter return from French Lick after Harry Wells death. burial at French Lick.
Director of the Census Sam Roggers announces a need for 80 000 enumerators starting January 2 for about two weeks in cities and a month or more in rural districts. Pay will vary by district. expected pay at least 100 dollars. Volunteers urged, with test schedules and applications due by October 25 in Franklin, Indiana.
Berry Bellamy of Madison testifies Doan’s Kidney Pills relieved back pains after two boxes and enabled daily work. He reiterates trust in the remedy since 1900 and 1919, praising ongoing health. Price 60c at dealers. FosterMilburn Co., Buffalo NY.
Mr and Mrs Lucian James sold their boarding house at 113 East Second Street to Mr and Mrs Henry Stucker of Canaan Road. The Stuckers will take charge Friday this week. The Jameses move to West Third Street to live privately. Friends wish the Stuckers success in their new venture.
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