Court orders child support and venue change in Indiana case
Contempt of court proceedings against Deitz over infant support led to a new order requiring $20 quarterly from January 16, 1917, with jail if unpaid. A separate venue change moved the Patterson suit to Jackson circuit court conditioned on cost payments. Local notices urge Christmas fund donations and list donors and contributors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deitz
Mrtin Deitz
Circuit
Snance
J. Ogidon
Ola Deitz
Guthrie
Ogdon Than
Carder
Andl
Deith
Vina Street
John Patterson
M.S. Hastings
Jackson Circuit
Christmas fund gains momentum for Mayor McCarty
The Christmas party fund is under way with cheerful contributions yesterday to Mayor McCarty and Chief of Police P H McCrisaken who are soliciting donations. More than 300 has been scheduled and used to raise the amount to 50 or more for a larger total this year despite normal prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCarty
McCasty
P.H. McCrisaken
Police
Gulrea
Red Cross Seals Drive Aims For Million Dollar Goal
The nationwide Red Cross animal seal sale has started in Washington with the goal of raising one million dollars to fund tuberculo sis research and fight. Over 36 million seals have already been distributed, and states cities and towns will compete to sell the most seals per capita.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Washington
Red Cross
Burr
Anti- Tuberculosis ‘Society
Court House
State Forestry Board Offers Prizes for Essays
The State Board of Forestry invites essays on The Utility of Forests with $40 in prizes. High school first prize $12.50, second $7.50. grades and country schools first $12.50, second $7.50. Essays up to 2,000 words, due May 1, 1917, to Elijah A. Glade, Indianapolis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board OF Forestry
Seco
Elijah A. Gladde
State Board of
Fold Estry
Indianapolis
Kansas Elects 151 Women to County Offices
A Kansas county election result shows 151 of 255 women candidates were elected raising total women in county offices to 126. Forty eight became county superintendents, 26 register of deeds, two district court clerks, 15 county treasurers, five county clerks and two probate judges. Republicans lead with 92 wins to 59 for Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Kans
Register of Deeds
Noted for graceful hands polish women renowned beauty
Polish women are noted for the gracefulness of their hands. The beauty of hands ranks above other charms in their reputation.
Navy Enlisted Pay Increase Urged by Secretary Daniels
Secretary Daniels urged the House Naval Committee on Tuesday to increase the pay of enlisted men in the navy. He argued higher wages would bolster morale and recruitment and bolster overall service efficiency.
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Daniels
House Naval Committee
Spirit Voice Disturbs Indiana Telephone Operators
A disturbance at Chrisney and Dale exchanges has operators hearing a voice claiming to be in the spirit land. The caller directs long distance chats to Petersburg and names residents, unnerving staff and prompting investigations by managers. Some locals suspect a practical joke by spiritualists in Spencer County.
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Calis
Pike
Dubois
Warrick
Spencer
Chrisney
Dale
Peters‘burg
Spirit Land
Eagh
Dafe
Chrinsey
Huntingburg
Winslow
Petersburg
Spencer County
Aly
Nola Dedman
Cumberland Exchange
Purdue hosts Holstein breeders meeting January 11
In breed breeders will meet at Purdue University Lafayette Indiana on January 11 in the afternoon. Prof O Erf of Ohio State University will address the gathering regarding official testing work and breed development. Dr S P Scherer of Indianapolis will discuss the future of Holsteins in Indiana. Holstein attendees join the annual dinner at Hotel Fowler with Jersey and Guernsey breeders and Indiana state Dagry Association members.
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O. Erf
Ohio State University
Dairymen’s Association
E. B. Hart
Uni
Wisconsin
Hill
Rosedale
Wiscon
Fowler Fon
Purdue University
Purdue
Lafayette
Indiana
Ohio
S.P. Scherer
Indianapollis
Christmas Rush Strains Postal Service Workforce
Post office operations face heavy holiday demand as workers handle increased parcel volume and tighter schedules. Managers urge customers to send early and plan for possible delays during peak season.
First Aid After Electric Shock Stresses Tongue Position
The article outlines resuscitation steps after an electric shock. It notes a sharp blow on the soles of the feet without removing shoes and describes pulling the tongue from the throat to prevent airway closure. It mentions a device to brace the tongue and keep the airway open for artificial respiration.
Textile market shifts lift prices across dry goods lines
The Dry Goods Market reports higher wages boosting textile and printing costs, prompting price rises on prints and ginghams. Raw cotton remains strong with Middling Upland at 20.35 cents. Silk and wool markets show high costs, with raw silk above $6 in Yokohama and $7 in Milan. Millinery and spring garments push early orders as satin shortages bite, while knits, lace, and trims see steady demand and scarce gloves.
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Var
Yokoshama
Milan
Jabriers
Palm Beach
Circuit Court Notes Damages and Dismissals Apr duties
Oney Creviston vs William Wells et al damages continued on motion of defendants. International Harvester Company vs Daniel Myers note dismissed by plaintiff. Laura Devine vs Marshall Hunt slander plaintiff files written dismissal of cause ordered plaintiff pay costs. William J Shanks vs Board of Commissioners of Daviess County for expenses in superintending improved road plaintiff dismisses cause.
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Circuit Court
Oney Creviston
William Wells
International, Harvester Company
Ve. Daniel. Myers
Plaintif
Laura
Devine
Marshall Hunt
William J. Shanks
Board of Commissioners of
Daviess County
B&O urges courteous staff and public health drive aboard trains
J M Davis of B and O issues circular stressing passenger comfort and clear communication. Employees urged to assist elderly and disabled, explain delays, and announce arrivals. A spitting crackdown begins December with printed slips for seating areas. Centralized distribution of cross ties to aid track maintenance is planned with timber preservation overseen by J Angier.
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J. M. Davis
iNtr
Davis
BB & Ov
Atention
Whhich
Whigs Department
Nw Pha
Dpetaetin
Generis
Timber Preservation Department
J. Angier
New York and
Chicago
British ministry reshaped with stronger prime minister power
The official minister list follows the forecast with minor changes. Lloyd George Curzon and Henderson form the cabinet while others head departments. The plan concentrates power in the prime minister and envisions a war council, edging toward a dictatorship.
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LloydiGeorge
Earl Curzon
Bomar Lay Ani Arthur Henderson
Wihle
Reeves Asquith Wate
Lloyd-George
Railroads Ordered to Report Daily Coal Car Movements
The Indiana public service commission issued an order directing railroads serving coal fields to report daily car movements and fuel distribution. The measure aims to show fuel shortages and ensure cars move to meet public and industrial needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milroais
Indiatna Public-Service Commmission
Divorce Suits Dismissed and One Granted
In circuit court Monday two divorce suits were dismissed and one granted. Lela Ethel Lang won a divorce from Albert Tracy Lang for cruel treatment and abandonment, with custody of their four year old son Hubert and an order to remarry for two years. The Smoot case against Charles I. Smoot was dismissed at the plaintiff’s cost. W. Myers also dismissed his suit against Clara E. Myers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lela Ethel Lang
Albert Tracy Lang
Hubert
Margaret ‘J. Smoot
Charles. I. Smoot
Htis W. Myers
Clara E. Myers
German ship Deutschland completes second U S voyage
The German commercial and marine Deutschland returned from a swift trip to the United States and arrived at a German port, marking the completion of the second round trip to other United ports.
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Marine Deutschland
United States
United Parates
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Ria
Captain News
H.S. New
Soapguardens
Charles G. Servit
the Herald
Ewa
Cnow
Hanks
Her
Tidinna
Repuilcan
Torf
Forry
Harry Sy
O’donnell Amusement Co
O’donnelll Hardware Co
Www
R. Meredith
Adolph Levy
Hugh Lox
Joseph J. Gordon
Chicago: Fair
Ed McCann
L.A. Staver
Water, Light & Heat Co
Ed McCaf-ferry
Central Union Telephone Co
M. F. Burke
Nath. Beltman
A. Sum
Herald
Democra
Ben’ Burris
Pat Cahill
F. B. Farnwald
Zed. Morton
Williams HH. Heffernan
Mrs. W. D
Vincennes Commercial
Kensler
Charles O. Lansford
Rockville
B. F. Lansford
Odon
Belle Lansford
Bicknell
Prairie Creek
R. A. Brown
Lettsville Bridge
James Reeves
Monttgomery
Benjamin W. Hayes
Black Oak
Wakeney
Mr. Hayes
Henry C. Aikman, Jr
H. N. Jones Construction Company
San Antonio
Texas
Aikman
Frank E. Mallory
First Christian Church
Indiana State
Cullop
William A. Boyer
Bloomfield
Jesse
Linton
Boyer
West Frankfort
Ill
Greene County
Garrett Fox
Washington Township
B. Boyd
the Democrat
Tillie Cabe i Jy
Vincetines Traction Company
jClreart
Carl Sumner
John M. Murray
Vingda‘nes
Inar
Vincennes
Carnegie Library Commission
John Callahan
of and
Gomers
City Hospital
A. W. Lockwood
Methodist Hospital
Knights
Pythias Hall
Carnahan
Damion
Judson Bailey
McCormick Avenue
Wnten
Owen Allison
Peter A. Hasley
Righ
Pness
Oscar Wallick
Hasler
George W. Osman
Allison
Corning Schoo
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