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Newspaper
Sheridan News
Location
Sheridan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1916
Page
2
A quiz of hygiene tips questions whether worry beats work for health. A cold bath each morning is touted as a complexion remedy while U S Public Health Service notes malaria drop in some areas. Typhoid and pneumonia death rates cited. A fitness town with few funerals implied.
Local Republicans favor Hughes as endorsed by the Progressive committee and Ex-President Roosevelt. Most former Progressives are expected to return to the GOP, while Democrats who joined the third party may waver. Analysts predict a Republican victory in November due to party amalgamation.
Arch A. Fall editor and owner of the Roann Clarion in Wabash county received orders to report to Kokomo for National Guard duty. He sold his paper before 1 o'clock and departed for Kokomo by 2 o'clock, beginning his new service.
Theo Richey a Bryan era activist and later Progressive worker declares support for President Wilson this time. He is described as steadfast on political questions and not a wavering voter as he affirms his choice.
The Sheri dan News offers a promotion to five girls who bring two yearly subscriptions. Each winner receives a sterling mounted leather military bracelet at no cost, with only five bracelets available.
The South Central Sunday school convention of the Wesleyan church will be held all day at Kirklin on Wednesday July 26. The program includes devotions by Rev. Jesse Whitecotton and Rev. Nesh Smith, songs by Fishersburg and Westfield, a panel on "Benefits of the Home Dept." by Libbie Teter, and a cradle roll discussion. Afternoon activities feature devotionales and specialized class talks from Westfield and other churches. Adjournment with benediction by Rev. W. J. Seelins.
A small delegation paraded on Main Street with drum corps music to celebrate a two party slogan for TLR. Delegation members including Te Hon and Tiley Dunham of Kempton advertised an Adair speaking schedule for Friday night.
Tl M Dewerss, a French professor in vocal and instrumental music, will visit next Wednesday for a makeup call and will be at D F Butchens store on Wednesday July 5.
The Clover Leaf railroad reportedly announced it would not renew its mail contract as the current deal expires. The move would reduce mail carrying profits and impact service points east and west of Kokomo, though traction lines in the area may offset disruptions.
Beefs prices remain elevated as steer feeders command record highs while corn costs rise for many weeks. Producers note that even with high feeder prices a fair margin requires record overall beef prices due to continually increasing costs and thinning steers.
Bible school 9 30 A M Morning worship 10 45 A M Junior C E 2 30 P M Evening worship 8 00 P M Special choir rehearsal Friday 8 o clock If you can have or ever hope to sing show up and help Sunday at 2 30 is consecration meeting and installation of officers of Junior C E Let every member be present.
If you have anything to sell or trade, try a Want Ad in the Sheriden News to reach local buyers and traders quickly.
Real estate transfers listed include James H. Beam to Pearl Beam in Sheridan for 1.00 and Jacob Pritsch to C E Layton in Sheridan for 1735. Also Elias Wilson as administrator to Gabriel Hochstedlar for land in Washington valued at 500 and George W Roudebush to Misse Far ris for lands in Noblesville at 2000. New cases include Laura Roberts v. complainant for seime Amy Hintt v. Tl J and Ina M Caster v Lawrence Caster with other filings and divorces noted.
June 28 dispatch notes Indiana Republicans from all counties converge at Hotel Severin to map organization and speakership for the campaign. State Chairman Will Hays says the drive will intensify from now to November 7 as leaders target county and district chairs and state ticket candidates. Indiana aims to lead nationally with aggressive organization and early headquarters mobilization under Tage I. Fischbach and L W Henley forecasts of rising speaker demand and renewed party unity.
C. M. Spray, former owner of the Ideal theatre, has purchased a moving picture concern at Covington and will move his family to Frankfort once a new home is finished. The Sheridan News and The Indianapolis News, RR edition, cost one year Pot at Acoud $3.75.
The Bidle versus Birden case in Tipton County Circuit Court seeks change of venue from Frankfort. Judge Purvis presides with Thomas Ryan for the defendant and J J Curtis for the plaintiff. Birden, trustee of Sugar Creek township, faces disputes over school land seizures and central-site building plans amid injunction proceedings. Witnesses from Frankfort and Clinton County are present as the trial proceeds.
The article reports a case where a sender avoided proper rates by enclosing a VARS with a parcel post package. The post office authorities intercepted the package and charged the recipient full letter rates totaling 78 cents, with the sender saving 2 cents. It warns readers to honor postal regulations.
The M E Church plans a special patriotic program Sunday with an orchestra at 0 15 and Missionary Sunday events. The preacher will speak at 10 45, Junior League at 2 80, Epworth League at 15, and the Bible discussion topic is The Soldier s Daal. Mid week service features a Bible study on Christian life and amusements.
The Sheridan Dairy Association and Sheridan Jersey Cattle Club met Wednesday night to plan the Dairy Picnic set for August 16. Committees were formed for the program, advertising, entertainment, and machinery exhibit with A H Millikan presiding and ample enthusiasm noted for the event.
Judge Clee names Shirl Walton administrator of El Walton estate under $40 000 bond. Nathan Harvey will to widow Eunice with seven children after her death. Leland D. Cox named administrator of James H. Johnson estate under $4 000 bond. George L. Whetsel named administrator of Frank Whetsel estate under $7 000 bond after fatal Midland train incident. Mary Rayle bonded $100 as administrator for Alfred Rayle. George Carroll appointed administrator of John S. Carroll estate with $200 bond. Widow Gertrude Meehan allotted all personal and real property of Frank Meehan. Detroit Holstein sale reports top price $20 000 for seven month bull calf. 140 head averaged $1 107.
Minnie Viola Whicker Agers born September 6 1875 in Tipton County Indiana died June 25 1916 aged 40 years 9 months 19 days married November 3 1901 to William Agers two daughters Nellie 18 Roxie 9 joined M E church at 17 endured long illness with faith in savior husband and children left in care of God her friends believe she rests in peace after faithful life.
We express gratitude to friends and neighbors for the sympathetic help during the sickness and death of our wife, mother and sister. We appreciated every favor and the minister's consoling words along with the beautiful flowers. Wm Ayers Nellie Roxie and Mrs Elma Martin.
Dwight Cragan of the First National Bank of Lebanon will leave for New York City this Saturday to assume a position with the National City Bank of New York.
Sheridan resident Jas Laughlin reports kidney relief after using Doan's Kidney Pills. He suffered backache soreness and difficulty lifting, but after taking the pills he says his kidneys improved. price 50 cents, available at Robbin's drug store. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
Residents and property holders in Sheridan Indiana must clean all privy vaults and bring them to a sanitary condition by August 1 1916 or the work will be ordered and costs charged to the property owners. By order of the Board of Health. A C Newby Secretary W F Fisher Marshal.
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