Report on Poor Fund Receipts and Disbursements 1915 16
Mayor and Police Chief present a formal account of funds received and paid on behalf of the city poor from December 1 1915 to December 11 1916. Balance brought forward and numerous donations from individuals and organizations are listed along with disbursements to groceries coal and other necessities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balange
B. P. O. Ellis and Eagles
W. J. ‘Mooney
Indianapolis
Matinee Musicale
C. Council
the Haute Brewing Company
W. M.Y
Wil
Ty Telephone Company
E. Cc
Stel AV
R. Meredith
Dr. J
Henry Schuck
Sam Brothers
H. Kield
E. EB. Buzan
Charles Luder
Andy Kocher
A. W. Lockwood
Alvin Padgett
U. 8S
Earl
J. Kramer
J. F. Hemann
J. MM. Twitty
F. C. Marts
Washington Realty Company
Dr. TH. Co
Harry Vonderschmitt
J. E. Waller
S. A. Ward
Omar Fleener
Samuel Elswick
Cash
John Scholl
Oral Gregory
James Dixon
C. H.jones
P. Wooston
Frank Kohler
C. B. Kellar
M. B. Graham
J. F. Asi
Alo
Fulkerson
Harry Bray
L. W. Volk
O. Ms. Vance
N. O. . Peckinpaugh
W. G. Heffernan
J. G. Clark
John L. Clark
Jacob Isnogle
John Kohler
James Bourgholtzer
Hastings
G. J Parr
Washingto Cloak & Suit Store
L. J. Read
I Alien
W.B. Ferguson
E. E. “Fogythe
Willi Fitzeibbon
Martin Cahin
Jake Beitman
Economy Star
Ella Mecaulitte
We. de Stewart
al B. McCoy
Steve M
Susi Colbert
Cleo Cone
Philip Dattilo
C.C. Pride
D. B. Smoot
J. Ty Corana
W. Oo
Youns
A. Kennedy
Frank Disgarets
Ketel Dally & Jones
Gus Daulen
J. H. Lamb
M. A. Cosgrove
B. Lange
Norris&Kidwell
Scoble & Son
W.G Reister
William Ford
W H. Kiefer
Sudsouth ‘& Martin
Martin Mandabach
Pie Spink Milling Company
Henry, Stumpp
O’donnell Amusement Co
H. ‘'F .Vollmet Grocery Co
J. P. Cavanausth & Co
Tie -Barrows Co
W. Tecael Co
W. W. Caato
Orbel & Kantian
George Godwin
Bona
Dalyn Meinsel & Bon
Fresent
Wlan
Marshin Gahill
Don
Bannel Ilse
Wick
Henry Oseha
We We Gneto
Frelent
Washington Christmas appeal funds show donations and shortages
A lengthy report lists numerous disbursements and small gifts totaling 444.62 with a remaining balance of 15.49 and total 459.71. The note thanks Washington supporters and urges further donations to reach a 500 target to aid the city’s poor, led by Mayor McCarty and Chief of Police McGrisaken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ws H. Roll
W. H. Roll, Jr
Cabel & Kauffman
Smith & Goptee
John’ F. Ash
Groceries
Hays
Harry’ Sage
PH. McCrisaken
John Asch
Washington
John ‘W. ‘Mccarty
P. H. McChrisaken
Prairie Creek Residents News Update
Hrairie and Odon area notes report John z Peter StoH delivering day and W T Perkins traveling to Odon. H H Qerrit sought eye treatment in Indianapolis. Everett Perkins returned from Iowa to visit relatives. Omer West joined the navy. Everett erkinis visited Elnora last Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Z Peter Stoh
Odon
H.-H. Qerrit
Indianapolis
Everett Perkins
Iowa
Omer West Has
Navy
Everett Erkinis
Elnora
Crabb v McKelvey FP divorce case noted in arrest and assets
New scotts reports Fannie MM Crabb files for divorce from McKelvey with notes and account against O'Donnel Hardware company and Aralel Park listed in the action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie MM
Crabb
Ith Faith Obituary Brief
Ith MB George A Faith dies December 12 at age 80. Services and burial details to be announced by local funeral home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faith
George A. Faith
Bird Notes Promote Local Birds and Pest Control
The piece urges protecting quails and encouraging chickadees and other birds around farms. It warns against the English sparrow and suggests traps or humane control, plus ideas for DIY nesting boxes and planting to attract birds. It references Tennessee mockingbird sightings and emphasizes food abundance as a factor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob-Witte
Peterson Brothers and Neal Face Assault Trial
In police court Hugh and Tom Peterson and Richard Neal were to be tried at 3 pm on a charge of assault and battery against John Hook. Hook and his son say the attack occurred Saturday evening in a Main Street vacant lot, with Hook severely lip-cut and his son struck. Police jailed Tom Peterson, Neal, and Hugh Peterson was arrested today. all pleaded not guilty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh
Tom Peterson
Richard Neal
John Hook
Hook
Main Street
Public Library
Neal
Hugh Peterson
McCristken
Warmest December Day Recorded in Washington History
Washington enjoyed its warmest December day on record with a 74 degree high for the 24 hour period. The previous December record was 1914, and the longest prior December high was 1911. Forecasters warn of an imminent colder spell and the arrival of real winter weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
The
Mercury
Weather ‘Bureau
Jury Trial Opens Over Coal Stealing Charge
The first jury trial of the term opened this morning in the case of Joseph Bobbitt of Elnora charged with stealing railroad coal from the Evansville and Indianapolis Railway. Evidence introduction began at 10 oclock after opening statements by T D Slimp and Alvin Padgett. Judge W B Gardiner presiding with the state's attorney Babbitt at liberty on bond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Circuit Court
Joseph Bobbitt
Elnora
Evansville & Indianapolis Railroad Company
T. D. Slimp
Alvin Padgett
W. BR. Gardiner
Cas
Babbitt
Liberty
Alnee An
Marriage License Granted Despite Minor Status
A marriage license was issued Saturday afternoon to Heyi Hosen burg, twenty two, and Mlay Butah By Hinkle, near Odo, though the bride is fifteen. The county clerk initially refused, and Judge J. W. Ogddn ordered the clerk to issue the license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ecuive Ordpis
Hey i. Hosenburg
Mlay Butah
Hinkle
Odo
J. W. Ogddn
Governor appoints Edwin Lee progressive-state chairman
Governor Ralston has appointed Edwin Lee progressive state chairman and public service commissioner, succeeding John F. McClure of Anderson, a Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralston
Edwin
Lee
Public Service Commission
John. F. McClure
Anderson
Settlement Report Reveals County Tax Flows And Debts
The semi annual settlement filed by county auditor 3.G. Clark shows total delinquent taxes and adjustments amounting to 109.61m and 59,461.51 due to the state and local funds. Totals include state tax 52,750.06 and school, debt sinking fund, and miscellaneous levies while distributions cover state tax, benevolent institutions, and county and township taxes. The net collected taxes were 319 HLS, illustrating community costs for city canals and state services and highlighting large road and highway expenditures under the three mile law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Clark
Gho
Indianapolis
Buzan
Sts
Daviess Circuit Court
State
Onnevolent Institution Fund
SIU TS
Educational Institution Fund
Daviess County
Court fight over care of leper Bayer in Fort Branch
Fort Branch residents clash with state health officials over Bayer who has been pronounced a leper and returned from Indianapolis. Towns push for guardianship and court injunctions while federal and state authorities assert the township must provide care. Bayer, a veteran and church member, previously vanished for years and now faces social fear as his family owns property and cats number twenty four in a bid to prevent disease spread.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Bayer
Fort
State Board of Health
Bayer
Union
Port Branch
Indianapolis
Actiog
Taser
Americs Wank
South Pacific Islands
Fort Branch
Gibson Circuit
Princeton
Adminster
Edteg
Tas Dean
Election Officers Named by Local Division
The text lists officers elected for the upcoming year: President Mrs. A. C. Flagg, Vice-president Mrs. Rea Robinson, Secretary Mrs. S. Ao Chatlin, Treasurer Mrs. Harry Bastridge, Chaplin Mrs. Jess Smith, Guide Mrs. Harry Friend, Sentinel Mrs. Charles Baker of Flora, and Insurance secretary Mrs. John Arrington. After the election, members presented past president pin to Mrs. A. C. Flagg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Flagg
Rea Robinson
Mra
Ao Chattin
Harry Bastridge
Chaplin
Jess Smith
Harry Friend
Sentinel
Charles Baker
Flora
Insurance
John Arrington
Indiana Guardsmen Move to Muster Out Before Christmas
Adjutant General Bridges and other officers seek to muster out the Third Indiana infantry now at Fort Benjamin Harrison before Christmas. The unit recently returned from the border. Officials must prepare reports on every item of property, a task that will take time while soldiers plan activities to break monotony at the fort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bridges
Indiana National Guard
Third
Indiana Infantry
Fort Benjamin Harrison
Local Notes and Visit Updates From Nearby Residents
A jumble of names and places shows residents visiting relatives and traveling to Washington and Whitfield. Mentions include Mrs Arfna Donahue, Mrs Margaret Panning, Joe Norler Ate Canley, John Town whe Vani, Walter Minkan Seis, and Hester Drdwinr. Reports imply short trips and a strike context with uncertain details and OCR errors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe
Arfna Donahue
J Washington
Margaret Panning
E. T. O' Connor
Washintleton
Norler
Canley
Whitfield
John Town
Walter Minkan
Midian
Premier Francich Seeks May Liquor Restriction Plan
A brief note states Premier Francich plans a May initiative to push the parliament toward restricting alcohol. The move involves a mandate to the consul and the deputies, aiming to secure a future alcohol policy change in France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brand
Mpet
France
Public Sale Notice and Local Ads Fragment
Local notice records a public sale of horses cattle hogs and farming implements on December 9 at farm one mile south of Washington Portersville road. Ladies of church will serve dinner. Also a price ad for Hermite anti freez e and a late promotion urging timely action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Portersville Road
H. Donaldson
J. Dz. Morgan
iGrand Keith
Governor Ralston to reenter law practice after term ends
The article notes Governor Hal ston will retire January 6 and rejoin the law firm Myers Gates Ralston in Indianapolis, with Ralston to represent the firm in court. It mentions the firm’s name change to Myers Gates Ralston and hints at ongoing relations with the Indiana state government and legal community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Halston
Int
Stite
Jerome Cao
Myer & Gates
Indianapolis
Myers, Gates & Ralston
Ralston
Wil
Theo
Poo Mags
Prige
Hindstam
Orhei
Itin
Qaines AL Myers
SRDS
Old Heads Defeated by Larrick Lemons in Gen Alleys Match
Veteran bowlers Ellis and Burris lost a five game match at Gen alleys to Larrick and Lemons. Larrick dominated with steady play, contributing to a total of 1,550 pins for his team while Elis and Burris totaled 1,311.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellis & Burris
Larrick
Lemons
Genalleys
Elis
Burris
Famous General Oyama Dead and Miscellaneous Classifieds
Field marshal Prince Iwao Oyama, once commander in chief of Japan’s Manchurian army in the Russo Japanese War, has died. For sale two brood sows with twelve pigs. sows weigh 200 pounds each. Six pigs four weeks old and six pigs two weeks old. Call Bell 368 L1 residence Maple Street. J E Riley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prince Iwao Oyama
Japan
Bell
Maple Street
E. Riley
Mayor McCarty Fund and clergy notes in Indiana
In Logansport Fleming Ralston announces John Napier Dyer of Vincennes joins the Northern Hospital for the Insane board of trustees. term starts January 1 for four years. Parole hearing for John DeBoard to be considered by the state pardons board. A marriage notice: Hazel Jamieson to Hubert J. Joys of Chicago. Revival activities loom in New Albany with Rev J E Buleau of Portland and Rev Al J Stover aiding, Rev Joss to lead choir and tabernacle direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fovethof Ralston
John Napier Dyer
Vincennes
Northern Hospital For the Insane
Logansport
Dyer
WP. 1
Casasdy
Fort Ways
Hazel Jamieson
Hubert J._Joys
Chicago
Helen Coleman
Miss Jamieson
Austess O
New Albany
E Buleau
Portland
Oregon
al J. Stover
Bulgin
New Albany Ministerial Association
Joss
Tabernacle
Christmas shopping boom boosts local retailers
Retail merchants report stronger holiday business than last year with stores crowded and displays lavish across dry goods, clothing, hardware, and pharmacies. Toy sections and festive windows draw crowds as shoppers plan last minute purchases before Christmas rush.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merchats
Dycat
HoThe Toy
Dehans
Christmas Fund Donors List Shows Broad Community Support
The list records numerous donors contributing to a Christmas fund, including Hafield Palmer Co, Good Pets Grocers, M. D. Kel, James Hogan, Sam Tay, and River Aerie 414 F. C. Contributions range from 50 cents to several dollars, with many individuals named alongside businesses. The scan also notes several uncertain or garbled names and amounts amid the broad support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hafield &i/Palmer Co
Good Pets Grocers
M. D
Paul Wennddy
L Jake Beiopan
Charles J. Dove
Willian Welufinda
Burris & Claments
Sensel
Jose Gonhory
John Ncklew
St Marton
Yapea Taek
Badia
Ooletgayy
Aros
Juin M. Aghahinide Banndey
F. Homann
W. B. Walter
L. D. Hovey
Flanney
Myers
E. C.patterson
George Gilliake
J. E. Rickard
Charles Whig
Ed Mead
Thomas Singleton
Harry Bray
J. P. Cavanaugh
A. O
Fulkerson
D. B. Ymoot
Tali W. McCarty
Thomas D. Cloud
Margaret Lulergan
W. P. Dennidan
J. B.smith
E.G. Ritterskamp
John. Lundergeh
J. D. Ward
Mayors Under Cloud Arrest Reported in Minnesota
The socialist mayor of Two Harbors Minnesota has been arrested on bribery charges. A birth notice lists Huzan daughter for Elmer Buzan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Har‘Jors
Minnes
Also Mentioned on This Page
Good Fellows
Good Fellows of
McCarty
McCgrisaken
al Dars
Amon
Warren van Trees
Farmers’ Institute Association
W. H. Neal
Abel & Kauffman
N. G. Read
Eskridge-Allen Co
Henry Senuek
A. Ferrell& Hamer
J. J. Waller
J. A. Gillwrenry
J. Lindenjan
Boston
oMrs
Louise Gill
F. O. Marts
Weller &Williams
Pauline Charles
A. B
Hrairie
Creek
the Herald
Wahington and
AL Boutt & S
Asthea
South Hi
Ross
Martin
Wallace Sage
Delingerini
Davis Vears, Co Ty
Hess
Christiat
Vin Gouder
Wallace
Arreys
Nancy
Ames McCrossan
Hidipolis
Bush
Abigail Wallagck
Abigail M. Wellnes
van Buren Wallace
Velock
Casse
South
County Tor
Fife
Henre Uakrith
Willi
Delim Aay
Beorge Smith
Reopge Smith
Dorper
Bare
Ted Goishtat
Roasaier Af Daviess
Atis
Lillie Alison
Ray Gash Diensteva
Wasa Daiedir
Washi Shen
Bringes Hurries
Psee Masia Ane
Beem Par Serene
Peilyg Bkewer
Hester Drdwinr
Jobin M@raan
Shoata
Bey
Joan Wellett
Agi Age Htl
Lett
Mont- Heomlety
Ursday
Fements
Looxootee
Chathin Jrnty
Sel
New Yorks
Thaun
Het
Nat
Corn! NG
Montgomery
Vary
Francich
Wilson
Cergral
Bean Goday
Vansvill AO
Velwert Strom
Ted i
Wae
Mias
Margaret Wilson
Hafield & Palmer Company
Board of Trustees
Indiana Reformatory
Ting
Clarkes G. Hasties
New York State
State Board of
Hughes
Geveran
Whitman
Sda
Tydiuna University
Seo Ot
Pielio Te Wahiorks
Diddyen
Eyvyiatii
Atereleer Barry
Charles W. Camp
Garrett
Bam Winsy
Ted Beets
Vince
Geetieter
Eleen Gerber
Ted
Tseghoarore Phn
Vincharterdt Fstiemad
West Gidies
Cay Missioners of
Poe Waranty
Matc
Cti
Nen
Missouri
Svalusr
Stane
Ian
Whiel
Repubics
Eal
Lawrenee Tarong
Anek
Watbash
Aic
Little Giants
Caighton
Theusis
Mayor McCarty
State Board of Pardons
John DeBoard
Duvgess
Ife
Kitling
Huzan
Mra. Elmer, Buzan,, A
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!