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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1915
Page
8
Madison and surrounding areas report a flurry of travel plans with residents leaving for Indianapolis Fargo Louisville and Bristol. Local mishaps include a broken wrist from auto cranking and a wheat shipment sinking off Knife Island. A Mexican Independence Day preemptive arming incident and a note on grape tomato varieties complete this slice of life.
James Dunn died at King's Daughters Hospital after a noted illness. Funeral at his west Main Street home Friday at 3 pm, burial in Springdale cemetery. Born in Dublin Ireland December 16 1838 he served in Troop L 2d Michigan Cavalry. Survived by widow, one daughter J M Rogers of Hanover and sons John R and William C Dunne. Member of the Christian church.
William Lay aged about 55 died this afternoon at his home on South Baltimore Street after an illness. He was married and is survived by a sister, Miss Sophia, who lived with him. Lay was a skilled mechanic who had been out of work due to ill health. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Funeral services for Robert Dune were conducted at the home of his sister Mrs. Charles Walker in West Madison at noon today, with Rev. Hartley in charge. The service drew many relatives and friends and burial took place in Springdale cemetery. Pallbearers were J. A. Stuhammer, Peter Metzger, John Holwager, Welby C. Monroe, Bert Hunter, William Wood.
Mrs W P Deatherage of Brighton Til has left for home with her sister in law Mrs F P Smith. Her husband a large stock raiser plans to sell his Brighton interests and move to Madison to base the family there. Mr Deatherage will enter the tobacco business in Madison. The three children remain with Rev and Mrs Smith and attend Madison public school.
The county grand jury on September 15 recommended discharging Robert Carver of Madison Muncie after he shot Hunter Trelkild. The killing is deemed justifiable because Trelkild made undue advances to the accused's young daughter.
An advertisement extols Dr King’s New Discovery as relief from colds and bronchial symptoms. It claims the remedy has merit for both old and young and urges readers to buy a bottle at 50 cents or one dollar.
Wildey Encampment of Odd Fellows oldest camp in the state celebrates its 77th founding anniversary at Odd Fellows hall. Thomas Wildey of Maryland founded the organization while members share speeches and a depread meal organized by John Schilling with F. M. Hill presiding.
Madison residents and visitors populate the week with trips to Chicago Louisville and Indianapolis. Local figures including Trustee John L. Hammond and Secretary George Keller resignations are noted alongside a fatal shipment to Columbus and a hand injury at Madison Machine Co. Cement sidewalks progress in the unincorporated town funded by the Embroidery Club and local business support.
The Saturday Evening Post reports hidden oil reservoirs on the sea floor to refuel German submarines. Steel cylinders up to 150 feet long hold oil and water or air compartments. Cylinders are sunk with a surface float marking the site, then towed, raised for fuel via a flexible pipe, and resealed afterward.
The Panama star and Herald describe a shift from bullfighting to baseball among ema zone youths over a decade. Panamanian players adopt the sport, translating slang into Spanish and showing how the national game rose after the flag, with a vivid bunt moment noted in a recent game.
The historian of the twentieth century will record eight wars in the first fifteen years, including the Boer, Russo-Japanese, Franco-Moroccan, Italian-Starkish, two Balkan wars, Mexico, and a pending European war. Adding late nineteenth century conflicts brings the total to ten wars in eighteen years per the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.
The Reynard Hunting Club of Madison marks 25 years since its 1800 founding. A silver anniversary banquet is planned for the 20th at the club rooms with an invitational, souvenir affair. Officers and members listed include George Johann president and Joseph Krick vice president.
The Jefferson county WCTU convention at Liberty Church was the best yet with dinner and supper on the grounds. Officers elected include President Carrie Callis and Vice President Cordelia Mickel, along with other posts. Mrs. George Augustin resigns after nine years. a Belleview union is formed with new officers. Fish shipments to England via Montreal are noted from British Columbia.
The Southeastern Hospital Board of Trustees, at its regular meeting in Cragmont, awarded October contracts to multiple firms across categories. Notable suppliers include Elmer K. Scott & Co for groceries, Cofield Barber Co for various goods, J. W. Teasdale Co for dried fruits, Cofield Barber Co and John C. Grouch Co for cereals, Oliver & Son for potatoes, Yearl Packing House for eggs, Norria & Co for provender, Northwestern Steel & Iron Co for mowing and farm supplies, and Hargan & Co among others.
Noblesville and Tipton reports say a lone bandit robbed the Lake Erie and Western Express car last night near Arcadia, getting about 2500 dollars. A man named Robert Lutz of Millerville was arrested nearby on suspicion after buying cartridges and being seen headed toward Elwood.
Arch H Monroe and wife transfer two lots on Crooked Creek Irish Hollow to Edo ward S Coyle for private consideration. Mayor Crozier binds James Jacobs over to circuit court on petit larceny charge with $500 bond. Elliott visitors from Indianapolis and Linton attend Elliott Officer family reunion in Monroe township. Prentis Handlen, Lexington, arrested for disturbance near Mulberry and Third streets. Handlen jailed due to money shortage. Perry and Henry vaudeville team entertain at Dream Theatre Bethlehem with five reels. Audience praises acts and performances.
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