Local Tidbits and Notices From Madison and Nearby Areas
Misses Kate and Mary Sherlocke of Indianapolis visit Madison friends. Helen Hughes leaves for Parson West Virginia to teach this fall. Barbara Schad and niece stay with Albert Sehad in Madison. Carolyn Hargan departs for Monticello Arkansas to teach. Euseb Guide of Henry County visits Mrs. Risk in Madison. Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Menane visit from Cote Brilliante Kentucky. A suit to quiet title in Jefferson County filed by Earl Higgins versus Milo Phiggins. Private Harry Moorhead leaves for Houston to rejoin the 4th US Brevet Artillery. Mrs. Zepf operated on for appendicitis at King’s Daughters Hospital. W L Raiser reports six seven pound potatoes. Lillian Toygan leaves for Florence Indiana to teach French and Latin. Emery Melton injured in Rushville to Cross Plains auto collision.
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Kate
Mary Sherlocke
Indianapolis
Madison
Helen Hughes
Parson
West Va
Barbara Schad
Albert Sehad
North Walnut Street
Carolyn Hargan
Monticello
Arkansas
Euseb Guide
Henry County
Ind
Joseph Risk
Risk
Near Wirt
Arthur Menane
Arthur
Cote Brilliante
Jefferson County
Earl Higgins
Milo Phiggins
Hedi. Zearing
Curtis Marshall
Harry Moorhead
US Breld Artillery
Walland Lo Moorhead
Thas Amorning
Houston
Texas
Frank BE. Zepf
King
Emery Melton
Rushville
Cross Plains
Melton
Mr. Melton
Minerva Risk
First Fourth Liberty Bond Subscription Reaches Headquarters
The first subscription for the Fourth Liberty Bonds arrives at headquarters on Monday. A resident of Fainchal Madeira Island 400 miles off Africa’s west coast placed a $500 order channeled through State Chairman W. P. Kretchmar of Greenville Mississippi. The report notes Volunteer Days September 28 29 as key to a rapid sale and urges church involvement nationwide.
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Fourth Liberty Bonds
Fainchal
Madeira Sland
Africa
W. P. Kretchmar
Greenville
Misissippil
Kretchmar
Private Sauer Wounded by Accident in France
Private Arthur Sauer, of Cedar Cliff, was wounded August 18 in France when a hand grenade exploded during practice. A fragment struck his left calf, he was hospitalized for several weeks. Several other soldiers were hurt but none fatally.
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Arthur F. Sauer
Cedar Cliff
Sauer
U S Food Clubs Endured War Time Test
The article urges joining U S Food Clubs to support the war effort and secure direct information from the Food Administration. It emphasizes food rules, community loyalty, and collective effort to aid victory, urging housewives to participate locally.
Register to vote as deadlines loom this fall
Madison notices urge residents to register now before the October deadline. Various local residents travel, relocate, or head for duties, missions, or family events in Cincinnati, Akron, Albuquerque, and beyond, with updates on travels and arrivals.
Republicans Organize Meeting in Jefferson County
Republicans at City Hall in Jefferson County organized a county club after a meeting led by County Chairman Harry E. Nichols. Attendees included Secretary of State William A. Roach, Fourth District Chairman Bert Morgan, congressional candidate John S. Benham, and Aurora’s E. W. Caldwell. Officers elected: Chairman A. D. Vanosdol, Vice Chairman Forbes Wiley, Secretary Charles G. Dickerson, Treasurer James Archer. many party leaders attended. The event produced a Republican club with formal leadership.
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Jefferson County
William A. Roach
Bert Morgan
John S. Benham
Congress
E. W. Caldwell
Aurora
Harry E. Nichols
A. D. Vanosdol
Forbes Wiley
Republican Township
Charles G. Dickerson
James Archer
Hanover
Fuel Boss Reclassifies Coal Zones for War Output
The Fuel Administrator moves Ohio Indiana Illinois and Michigan out of original coal zones. The coal for this winter must come from different sources as output from the former sources will be diverted to war purposes. New sources to be announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Ohio
Indiana
Ilinois
Michigan
Wanted Franklin stove with grate for sale
Old-fashioned Franklin stove with grate wanted. Prefer round or straight top. Call telephone number 462 or write to Postoffice box 105.
Registrars Tabulate Jefferson County Draft Returns
The focal draft board tabulated registrars returns from Jefferson county precints for male citizens aged PS to 4 years for military service. Patterson county yesterday shows a large registration. board expects higher enrollments. Local boards supplied blank forms and volunteers delivered them. thanks to Joseph Mc Cravens et al for aid. Jefferson county exceeded expected registration with more men selected than anticipated.
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Varias
Jefferson County
Patterson County
Itas
P&o
Nore
Messrs
Joseph Mc Cravens
Walter Cremer
Robert Swan
Felix Grebe
Chauncey Phillips
Fo Watson
George Monroe
Andrew Stev
QOS
Henry Gehl Dies at Madison After Illness
The death of Henry Geld occurred after a long illness at the home of Mr and Mrs Stephen on the Gratin road. He was about 78 years old and funeral services will be held at St Patrick's Church North Madison Monday at 9 AM with interment at a nearby cemetery. Survived by his wife and several children and siblings.
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Mro
Edward Fiyon
Montgomery
Daevies County
Tnd
Flynn
Barbara Seeder
Henry Geld
Mordoch
Peter Stephen
Gratin
Miro Giefhl
Nicholas Gehl
Madison
Defferson County
Boroa
Cheathdoss
Krauhk Gehl
Podianapots
Matida Lay
Canaan Road
Thenas
St.atrick’s Church
North Madison
Barrmount
Tage Deen
Persie
Eton
Geermaine
Elaine Maroitto
Poppe
Elaine
Richard
Fee
Solomon Sherman Dies After Long Illness At 65
Solomon Sherman aged 65 died at 7 30 this morning after a long illness. He had been paralyzed for years and was an invalid. A lifelong county resident he was a well known citizen. He leaves four sons Joseph Sherman of this city Clarence Edgar and Charles Sherman all living in California and two daughters Mrs Harvey Phillips of the Hanover road and Mrs Dennis Kunkle of Cedar City.
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Solomon Sherman
Joseph Sherman
Clarence
Edgar
Charles Sherman
California
Harvey Phillips
Hanover Road
Dennis Kunkle
Cedar Chit
Wickens Visits Greensburg After Appellate Court Bid
Hon Hugh D Wickens of Greensburg arrived in the city by noon train and after meeting with party leaders returned this afternoon. He previously served as judge of the Bartholomew Decatur Circuit Court 1910 16 noted for clearing dockets and steady court business. He was born on a Jennings county farm forty seven years ago. The Liberty Christian Church Ladies Aid Society donated 10 to the Red Cross Fair set for next Wednesday September 18 in Madison. The CW 2B M Auxiliary met at Mrs Dawson Smiths home for a productive gathering. Several township pupils are attending Madison High School.
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Agnes Graham
Cincinnati
Marion Rankin
Cleon Colpate
Alton
Ilinois
Western Military Academy
William Chandler
Lawrence
Slattery
North Vine Street
Indianapolis
Thomas J. Creatus
North Carolina
Hugh D. Wickens
Greensburg
First District
Mr. Wickens
Bartholomew-Decatur
Jude Wickens
Jennings County
The
Ladies’ Aid Society of Liberty Christian Church
Madison
Dawson Smith
The Empty House Recalls a Bridal Tragedy and Regrets
An unnamed narrator reflects on a thwarted marriage and a woman's failed return to her former world. The tale centers on Elaine, her fiancé, and a social circle that shapes their choices, exposing emptiness in both love and status as memories surface in a family home.
His Choice of Professions for an Indolent Son
A New Yorker’s rich father decides his self-made wealth to push his lazy son to work. He asks the son to list possible careers for the next morning, and the father will choose. The options include a range from mundane to absurd such as night watchman, director at Sing Sing, and a cheerleader.
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Kentucky
Trammock
Sing Sing
Grant
First Application GI Work or Fight Order
A court or authority issues an order concerning the first application by Nao biegton on September 14. The order references Hodges and the Cong cable matter and notes the Joe Pert application as the basis for the decision.
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Nao Biegton
State Officials Named in Early 20th Century Ledger
A fragmented list names several state office holders including a Secretary of State and Treasurer, with mentions of nearby locales such as New Albany and various towns, suggesting a transfer or appointment record from an old public document.
Democrat County Ticket in Lincoln Dinon Race
A historical slate lists Lincoln Dinon for Congress, Harvey Zearing for Prosecuting Attorney, Jose Pel M Cravens for State Senator, and James Obtare for County Coroner. The notice notes caution about political plum outcomes in elections.
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Congressinim
Lincoln Dinon
Harvey 2
Zearing
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Herald
Lillian Toygan
W. O. Logan
First Presbyterian Church
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Logan
Madison High Seheol
Brazil
Paris
France
America
Shenandoah
Ball Park
Private Arthur Sauer
C. V. Stainsby
Harry E. Barrard
U.S
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Therhoa
Food Administration
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Charence Burton
Will Weber
Akron
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Tillie Gical
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Hope
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Albuquerque
New Mexico
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Mia Donadd
Piinover Township
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Queen City
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Vine Street
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Tran
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Henry Gehl
Monroe Township
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Blaine
Eome
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Av Tylor
State
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Tresarer
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Pocurth
Jamics Jo Moran
Portland
Milton B. Hottell
Salem
Hugh Wickens
F. 3. Caldwell
Winchester
Edwin F. McCabe
Willlaumaport
Democrat County
Jose Pel M. Cravens
Samuel
Por County
Jon TH. Cummiskey
Por Cogsts Preasurer
Roy EO Lawson
Qeor County
Charles O. McBride
Vor
Sher Joun PL
Bobp
Por
James Ob Tare
William LH. Werning, JR
Ulysses EL Buchanan
Albere LL. Banta Por
Oborge J. Gabe
Blake William TL. Horuff
Harry Underwood
Madison Township
Robert EE. Manville
George McKay
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Russia
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Khabrovsk
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