Local notes from Loogootee Montgomery and nearby visits
A compilation of short items notes John McCauley and others visiting Loogootee and Montgomery with travel, illness improvement for Thomas Cullivan, and assorted family and business mentions. Local residents Miss Rose Fanning Miss Clara Molloy and others visit relatives, with several trips between Montgomery Washington Barr township and Alfordsville. Matt Wilson injures arm while planting. Dr Bell attends. Ads praise Foley products and kidney pills sold by Smith and Winton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Margaret Fanning
Kate
Marguerite O'Conner
John Fanning
Montgomery
Oscar Sellers
Barr Township
Here
Alfordsville
Bettle Donnelly
Washington Business College
Matt Wilson
Bell
Glendale
Out of the Ginger Jar from Farm Journal
A collection of pithy quips and wry sayings on everyday life, work, marriage, honesty, and common sense. The snippets mix wordplay with social commentary, touching on taxes, sleep, travel, wit, and human folly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm Journal
Halse Mining
Safe Medicine For Children Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound
A claim asserts Foley’s Honey and Tar Compound is safe for children and free of opiates or harmful drugs. The genuine product is described as in a yellow package and sold by Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith
Odd Fellows to Have Home on Main Street
Independent Order of Odd Fellows lodge 110 will move from the Wilson building to a new home on east Main street between Sixth and Seventh. The Burton homestead, purchased for the lodge, was deeded by Mrs. Sarah M. Burton, widow of Judge J W Burton, with Robert Burton of Kansas City assisting. The lodge plans to spend about 23000 or 4000 on the property and improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oddd Fellows
Livenaoo
Order of Odd Felows
Wilson
Main
Third Streets
Jodge
Burton
East Main Street
Sixth
Seventh Street
Lodge
Sarah M. Burton
J. W. Burton
The
Odd Fellows
Remodeling of lodge property and history of lodge
Trustees Frank Chapman Dr George Russell and Lafayette Gilley purchase a Main Street lodge property for 6000 dollars. Remodeling will convert the second floor to a lodge room and the first floor to reading rest and reception rooms with a two story veranda facing Main Street. An architect will view the site as work begins around July 1. The lodge, founded July 5 1852, has grown to over 250 members and a long history of operation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Chapman
George ‘Russell
Lafayette Gilley
Main Street
Brdge
Lodge
Odd Felows Lodge
Edward S. Hussy
Charles Childs
James D. Riggs
Thomas A. Saker
John 8. Ledgerwood
Joseph W. Briggs
James D. Bgigs
W.G
Joseph W. Brigge
R. S
John J. Leigerwood
jIt
Democratic Tariff Views Stir Debate Over Wool Schedule
The article discusses the board of review adjusting Da Viess County tax values and a county license battle. It argues Democratic policy favors free wool, contrasts proposed duty cuts on raw material with protection, and cites Bryan versus Carlisle and Randall on wool schedules.
Auto MISHAP FATAL NEAR Bloomington May 1981
An auto accident south of Bloomington during Memorial Day events left Mrs. Harrell fatally injured after the car skidded over a forty foot embankment. John H Harrell escaped injury. Jillian Deckard and her brother Robert were slightly hurt. The Harrells and Deckards are local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomington
Lawrence “County
John H.harrell
Here
Harrell
Jillian Deckard
Robert
Deckards
His
Tounty
Dayton Show Honors Local Dog Breeder Wins Many Prizes
Herbert Fischel returned from Dayton where he entered five dogs from Fishel and Kramer kennels. In the Dayton beach show he carried away ten places as entries from across the country competed. The event drew a large turnout and showcased numerous animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dayton
Herbert Fischel
Fishel
Kramer
Stomach and Liver Tablets Sold For Relief
An ad declares chronic headaches stem from stomach distress and can be cured with Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. It promotes the product as available for sale through dealers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Court House To Be Busy Next Monday
County officials prepare a busy day with Auditor Thomas Nugent presiding. The board of commissioners, board of reviews, and township trustees will hold sessions. Trustees will name a superintendent of county schools with A. C. Parkers as the sole candidate.
Rescue the back with Doan's Kidney Pills ad
Washington citizen Mary F E Morgan from Washington Indiana shares a testimonial urging readers to use Doan's Kidney Pills to relieve kidney and back pain. She describes severe pain, improved mobility after using the product, and notes availability at Clapp's Pharmacy and nationwide distribution by Feaster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as sole US agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mathetes
Washington Citizen
Mary FE. Morgan
Axtell
Avenue
Washington, Ind
Dean
Clapp's
Feaster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan
Democratic Faction Fears Over Wool Schedule Rift
In South Bend and Washington, Democratic factions edge toward trouble over revising the wool tariff. Ways and Means supports a fifty percent cut in raw wool duties and a modest cut on manufactured goods, with caucus set for June 5. Rumors say Bryan will push for free wool, threatening party unity amidst revenue concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Bend Tribune
House
Congress
Ways and Means Committee
Washington
Bryan
Democratic Party
Was It Worth The Price At Indianapolis Race
A Star report on the Great Antonio Wile race in Indianapolis notes 85,000 spectators and careful safety measures with ambulances and hospital tents. The piece contrasts modern sportsmanship with ancient arenas, laments wagering on fatalities, and condemns the devaluation of human life in the pursuit of entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Democrat
Antonio Wile
Indianapolis
Mattis
Ben Herding
Kentucky
Nero
Pleasant time described for Daniel Tucker circle
Friends and relatives of Daniel Tucker of northwest First Street shared a pleasant time in his honor. The gathering included numerous local residents and extended family members who offered prayers and well wishes amid the occasion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daniel Tucker
Northwest First
Birthday Toast for Mr Tucker Ends with Gift Rocking Chair
A Wednesday night gathering celebrated Mr Tucker s twenty seventh milestone with a crowd of relatives and friends. Gifts were presented, notably a rocking chair. Attendees listed include Mr and Mrs G H Williams Walter and George Williams and many others. Refreshments followed. an anecdotal note praises Chamberlains Liniment for muscle soreness and rheumatism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sven
Mr. Tucker
G. H. Williams
Walter
George Willams
Will Williams
Dorsey Donaldson
Willard Nixon
Jacob Miller
Will Brooks
Charles Zollars
Bert Ennis
Pat Kelly
Otis McDaniel
Alfred Elis
Ben Gibbs
J. G. Nsenorle
Jess Colbert
Susan Tucker
Elkanah Allen
Jane Barley
Lavelle Colbert
Nora Colbert
Lillian Gibbs
Edith
Flossie Barley
Charles Walker
Ira Lee
Indianapolis
Hawley Williams
Women’s Sororities Draw Mixed Blessing and Debate
A critical essay in the Yeoman’s Home Companion argues women’s secret societies in colleges foster factionalism and cliques. It notes attempts by faculty and Greek members to unite or politicize sororities backfire, leaving leftovers and unresolved reform needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yeoman's Home Companion
Foley Kidney Pills Offer Quick Help for Kidney Ailments
Mrs. TH Cullers of Huntington Indiana praises Foley's Kidney Pills for rapid relief from frequent kidney action and back pain after suffering for some time. She reports that a few doses corrected the ailments and she recommends the medicine. Sold by Smith & Winton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
TH Cullers
Huntington
Tnd
Smith & Winton
Woman’s Home Companion Bed Making Tip and Health Note
A household tips note in Woman’s Home Companion describes a simple three quarter yard smooth stick used as an arm to bring sheets and blankets smoothly over the bed, saving steps. Also included is a health update from Wilford Adam who reports recovery after Foley’s Kidney Remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Home Companion
Department of Household News
Wilford
Adam
Foley
Patent medicine advertises Rheumatic cure on street railway line
A fragment from a Lexington Kentucky newspaper promotes a patent medicine claimed to treat rheumatism and cleanse the blood of uric acid. It asserts the product will act as a conductor on the street railway and promises relief, noting sale by Smith & Winton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Lexington
Smith & Winton
Swine Breeders Meet in Indianapolis Saturday
The Indiana Swine Breeders Association will hold its annual session at the Hotel English in Indianapolis. Will Essig will present a paper on Hampshires in Indiana and J. P. Bryson will discuss relations with the American Hampshire Swine Record Association. Fremount Davis NC, E Stone, and L L Huddleson will also speak. a directors meeting precedes the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Swine Breeders’ Association
English
Indianapolis
Will Essig
Indiana ‘Hampshire Swine Breeders’ Association
Indiana
J. P. Bryson
American Hampshire Swins Record Association
Fremount Davis
L. L. Huddleson
Board of
Foley Kidney Pure Pillage Claims Healing Power
Foley Kidney Pure contains concentrated ingredients claimed to relieve and cure kidney and bladder ailments. The product is described as antiseptic tonic and restorative with substitutes fused in. Sold by SmI Winton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley Kidney
Smi Winton
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J. Im. Howell
Greensburg, Ky
Fornwalds
Lyman Bros
Ahreadvacaite
Frank B. Fornwald
Main Steet
Board of Review
DaViess County
Clark
Underwood
Democrats
Mr. Bryan
John G. Carlisle
Samuel J. Randall
Walnut Street
E. & I. Crossing
Morton Bro’s
Sion
Jepson
Mattingly & Myers
Attorneys AT Law
State Bank Building
Ind
Joseph P. Herr
Zinkan
van Trees St
Phone Sie
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