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Newspaper
Monticello Herald
Location
Monticello, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1918
Page
4
In Indianapolis Governor Ralston says his push for President Wilson’s third term was his alone and not a national plan. The piece hints Washington whispers may have influenced him and notes renewed Democratic talk about McAdoo as a candidate.
Dispatches report the Austro Italian front shows fresh strain as Allied advances near the Piave threaten Vienna, while Allied forces on the western front sustain pressure on German defenses.
John K. Gowdy longtime Indiana Republican leader and former counsel general to Paris died at home in Rushville Tuesday morning. Known as Uncle Jack he chaired the Republican state central committee in 1892 1894 and 1896 and during the 1896 campaign backed the gold standard. Many older Indiana political workers recall his tenure with pride.
The United States government under Director General McAdoo boosted pay for railway workers including retroactive wages to January 1. The move, seen as politically motivated to aid the Democratic ticket in November, followed by a later announcement of higher passenger rates. The actions involve McAdoo and President Wilson and occur amid broader economic arguments.
The passage argues that passenger train fares are increased to fund Democratic political gains, noting travelers pay the higher prices while train crews gain, and calling the program an unconvincing case against government ownership of railroads.
A White County silo committee survey shows 19 202 cattle on feed as of June, double the number if done Jan 1. Key feeders include J S Minch of Chalone rs with about 70 cattle and Brookston men above 1500 total. Large Shorthorn herds noted. 275 silos exist with all recent purchases. The drive aims to add 144 silos. talks emphasize profitability and regional cattle flow to Chicago and Lafayette markets.
Lindell Rothrock attends the Pur Agricultural Training Camp for boys. The two week program focuses on farming skills and discipline, with two more camps planned. Roscoe R. Fraser seeks applicants for a county’s second and third camps, selecting one rider and two alternates per session. Applicants aged sixteen to twenty one must pass a physical.
Smocks on sale at $2.48 and $1.65 in voile and Fibre silk. colors available. Goodman Co. advertises adjustable supports by ED GARDNER to boost tomato yield. reusable yearly. Price 1.75 per dozen. advjune27-12.
Emory Poole, once key in convicting his father for life in the 1911 murder of Joseph Kemper, is jailed in Chicago on a Lafayette man’s robbery claim. Sheriff Duffey arrested him after a late night home invasion at gunpoint, with $120 stolen. Poole had helped prosecute his father, John W. Poole, who received a life sentence. Kemper’s body was later found on the Poole farm. Poole and wife had been lodging in Lafayette and he was to join Camp Sherman draftees.
Monticello and Yeoman meet in a Sunday deciding game at City Park after Monticello won the opener and Yeoman took the second. The winner claims the series lead and bragging rights.
Gillespie Hat Works at 211 N Main St Monuticello offers Panama and felt hat cleaning blocking and trimming. Ja W Nelson is listed as practical hatter and manager promising city quality work with home town convenience for out of town orders. Permanent location advertised with June 212 ad info.
Notice to cream patrons states closure after noon on July 4 1918 signed by Chas L Whillmer Schlosser Bros ad. Other items include Threshing Coal ad by Fred P Biederwolf and a $300000 loan ad in first mortgage security F L care Herald. Also notice from Dr H B Gable and Dr Kraning about office closures in June and July 1918.
Notes bought and money loaned on battle mortgages. Address box 755 Monticello Ind. Dr Blickenstaff dentist office in the new Trust Co Bank Bldg. FE R Gardner offers fruit jar holders for Cold Pack canning. Used in an ordinary wash boiler or deep preserving kettle. ady june27-2¢
Advertises newly acquired Downey Restaurant with emphasis on prompt service and well cooked food. Mentions Effie Burns and Virginia McFlhoe as contacts or proprietors.
Buffalo Times notes that every day is used for returning borrowed books, but none reach the main track as they are all sidelined in practice. The Evening Post writer proposes a dedicated day for returns to streamline the process.
A home demonstration note explains reducing sugar in jams by using corn syrup alone or with sugar. It shares tested recipes such as rhubarb and pineapple marmalade and thickened fruit with corn syrup, plus tips to sterilize jars and seal. Nelle Flaningham, Home Demonstration Agent, offers further information.
Monticello residents will enjoy a full day at the Strand Theatre from 10 A M to midnight with patriotic picture sets. The lineup includes Under the Stars and Stripes in France The Spirit of the Red Cross The Screen Telegram and Chaplin's The Adventurer with admission 10c for children 20c for adults and Uncle Sam tax included.
The City Health Board issues an order to remove weeds and debris from private premises by the 26th inst. The City Marshal will lead a mission with a health secretary's support to clear all weeds and debris and charge the costs to the property on the tax duplicate.
We express thanks for the help and many kind deeds shown during the illness and death of our father Nathan Benjamin.
In Otterbein Benton County residents report painted yellow slogans on homes and a harness shop. A private committee alleged to enforce war bond and Red Cross support demands sparked local concern while officials warn coal supplies may fall short for war and domestic use.
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