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Newspaper

Williamsport Pioneer

Location

Williamsport, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1923

Page

1

Court Convenes Next Monday in Warren Circuit Court

The Warren circuit court opens Monday morning with Judge Burton B. Berry presiding. Docket features many minor cases and early trials of bootleggers. Ed Ferguson, owner of a large still found last spring near his southwest residence, jailed after plans to flee and have bondmen pay $3500. Jurors called for grand and petit panels across three districts. numerous new Indiana state and civil cases listed.

Warren Circuit Court Burton B. Berry Ed Ferguson Here Grand Jury Harvey Simimerman Frank Gross James W. Redman Elwood Carlson Eva Buder Fred Buck

Mrs Jane Dee Dies at 65 in Indiana

Jane Dee 65 born Columbus Ohio May 30 1858 died August 27 1923 at St Elizabeth hospital Lafayette Indiana. Married William Dee in 1876 they had ten children seven surviving relatives and many friends. Funeral services were held from the M E church Tuesday at 2 30 Rev Israel Hatton officiating with interment in Highland cemetery.

Jane Henry Rochell Columbus Ohio St. Elizabeth Hospital Lafayette Indiana William Dee M E Israel Hatton Highland Cemetery

Junior Borrowers to Stage Play at Public Library

Thirty junior borrowers from the Williamsport Public Library are rehearsing a play titled Friends of Bookland to be performed in the library basement next Tuesday evening at 8. The production aims to promote the value of good books for children and features selections from Uncle George's Three Foot Book Shelf. Miss Lelia DeMolle helps train the youngsters for the free event, hoping for a large audience.

Williamsport . Publi Friends of Bookland Bookland George Lelia DeMolle

Purdue to Establish Wildlife Preserve on Davis Farm

Purdue University outlines plans to develop a sixty acre wildlife preserve on the Herbert Davis forestry farm in Randolph County. The Davis will be a perpetual refuge for endangered native flora and fauna, with parts used to test and acclimate foreign plants. A wildlife survey prompted stocking with disappearing species and future restocking to other regions, using cooperation from schools, scientific societies and individuals.

Davis Farm Purdue University Purdue Herbert Davis Randolph County L. N. Davis Davis Woods Indiana

Peru man and Lafayette resident spend Tuesday night here

Mr Bixler of Peru and Le Stewart of Lafayette spent Tuesday night here.

Warren County Teacher Institute Sees Strong Attendance

The Warren County teachers institute runs this week in the school building under County Superintendent Harrison Frazier. About sixty five teachers enrolled with more men present than before the war. Notable speakers include H H Carter of Indiana University and C V Haworth of Kokomo. A variety of lectures cover literature and war history while music and readings accompany daily sessions.

Warren County Harrison’ Frazier Otto” J. Sloop Pine Village Frazier H. H. Carter Indiana University C. V. Haworth Kokomo Carter Haworth Frances Kelly Williamsport Aileen Broadie Ruth Tilton John J. Hall Lelia DeMotte Mignon Miller Merton Knowles Jbertha Gregory-Jackson Juanita Anderson Clara Louise Haln L. B Institute Victor H. Ringer Prof Co. V. ‘Haworth Raimond Ringer Bertha Hunter Harry Schoonover Ethel ‘Arnt Genevieve Bowlus Schoonover I. W. Cripe Thomas Broadie Etta _tallenbell Schoonover Olvnd Skinner Ringer Stw. Cripe L. A. King

Ready for Hospital Drive In Warren County Townships

Nine of twelve townships in Warren county have their committees ready or partly organized for the Lafayette Home Hospital expansion. The drive aims to raise 400000 for the erection of a nurses training school and home, an isolation ward and the payment of a 78000 debt. Windshield stickers read the details.

Warren County Lafayette ‘Home

New Riding Qualities Appeal to Prospects

Dodge Brothers cars attract buyers with improved riding qualities. The new line features lower seats for more leg room and easier access, a forward shifted gear lever, an attractive instrument panel, and a lighter clutch pedal requiring minimal foot pressure, pleasing especially women in heavy traffic.

Dodge Brothers

Auto Ditch Crash Near Attica Claims No Serious Injuries

A Hudson touring car driven by A P Green of Attica slid off the road while he checked his watch last Friday evening. The vehicle struck an embankment near the bridge at the Old Town Hill, sustaining heavy damage. Green escaped uninjured but thieves stripped the car overnight, including the light bulbs.

Attica A. P. Green Nill Green

Alfalfa Planting Expands Among Warren County Farmers

The article notes a surge in alfalfa acreage in Warren County as farmers plant for the first time this year. Favorable rains have provided moisture and a strong start for alfalfa seedings, boosting prospects for forage crops.

Warren County

Warren County Fair Association to Meet for Stock Show Plans

The Warren County Fair Association will meet with the Farm Bureau next Saturday afternoon to finalize arrangements for the upcoming fair and stock show. Full attendance of all members is desired by the officers.

Beason Family Reunion Slated for Rocky Ford

A Beason family reunion will be held at Rocky Ford next Sunday.

Rocky Ford

Catalogs for Warren County Fair Reach 3000 Copies

The Warren County Fair association distributed three thousand catalogs among farmers and stockmen in Warren and nearby counties. The 68 page catalog uses nearly half a ton of paper, features Carval the grand champion Belgian mare on the title page, and highlights Will and other Belgian stock from West Pine farm. Arnet Byers, secretary, oversaw advertising and handling with the Pioneer shop printing the book.

Warren County Warren Carval W. Harvey Smith United States

Good Attendance At Soy Bean Meeting In Warren County

Farmers in Warren county flocked to a meeting at the Brier and Van Reed farms last Thursday showing strong interest in soy beans. Mr Ostrander of the Purdue Soils and Crops Dept shared new info on soy beans as livestock feed and soil builder and highlighted its possible future as a commercial crop.

Warren County Brier van Reed Farms Ostrander Purdue Soils and Crops Dept

Medina Township Farm Bureau Meets on Limestone Needs

The Medina Township Farm Bureau held a Friday evening meeting to discuss agricultural limestone. Farmers brought soil samples tested by the County Agent to assess lime requirements for higher yields and better alfalfa and clover crops. O W Larm spoke on Indiana Farm Bureau activities and federation ties with railroads, fertilizer makers, and limestone industries aiding farmers.

Medina Township Farm Bureau O. W. Larm Indiana Farm Bureau Larm

Warren County Farm Bureau Meeting Reportedly Set

The Warren County Farm Bureau will meet Saturday at 1 30 p m in the r house. The event invites all interested persons to attend the afternoon session on September 1st.

The Warren. ‘County Farm Bureau R House

Royal Scotch Highlanders Band at Attica Sunday

The Royal Scotch Highlanders Band will appear in Attica Sunday evening September 2 under the American Legion Post. The group, touring from St. Petersburg Florida, features soloists Turner Nearing Frank Gillum S Hoyt Mosher George Freberg Harold Stockton Robbie Brollier and more. Their winter season in St. Petersburg runs January to May with daily performances in Williams Park and a radio broadcast program planned.

Royal Scotch Highlanders Attica American Legion St. Petersburg Fla Turner ‘Nearing Frank Gillum S. Hoyt Mosher George Freberg Harold Stockton Whistler Bird Robbie Brollier Roy D. Smith Scotch Highlanders St.Petersburg Williams Park Shell

Certified Seed Wheat Varieties Listed by Indiana Group

The seed certification committee of the Indiana Corn Growers Association forwards a list of certified seed wheat growers to County Agent Madaus. Varieties include Michikoff Rudy Michigan Amber Red Chaff Kanred Fultz and Turnbull. Contact the County Agent's Office to reach the growers.

Indiana Corn Growers Association Madaus Michikoff Rudy Michigan Fultz

G A R Circle Food Sale At Pettie Butt Store

The G A R Circle will hold a food sale at the Pettie Butt store on Saturday morning starting at 9 o'clock. Local residents are invited to attend to support the society and enjoy a selection of offerings.

G. A. R. Circle Pettie Butt Store

Covington Fair Opens its Sixty Fourth Annual Meeting

The Covington Fair launches its sixty fourth annual run from Tuesday September 4 to Friday September 7. Entries are pouring in across departments and a large display is expected. County Agent Hesler seeks extra space for his exhibit as the boys and girls club work adds new features. The racing program includes harness and running events with three bands providing music along with vaudeville numbers. The J S Gooding Amusement Co will operate rides and shows for continuous entertainment.

Covington Hesler Newtown Car Coupler Attica Redman Covngton J. S. Gooding Amusement Co

Lighting Firm Seals 56-Cell Prest-O-Lite System Deal

Bill Yates of Blanken ship and Yates battery stations at Fountain and Attica closed a deal with Fountain County commissioners for a 56 cell Prest-O-Lite lighting and ignition system for the county poor asylum. The project marks the largest lighting setup in the area.

Bill Yates Blankenship & Yates Attica Commissioners Fountain County Fountain -County

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Petit Jury Rachel Fields Carter Beckett George A. Murphey Wilbur Bell Lewis Clem John Powell Robert Mhurst Owen Crawford Luther Kiger J. R. Albright Frank Barwick Rose Butler Claire _ Rhode Malcolm Anderson Flora Morgan William Ambler George Clawson Mary E. Frasch State of Indiana Harry Emnire Clarence Butt John Smith Roy Cole Edward Ferguson Wallace R. Stark State of George Kitts Charles Tracy John Butler New Alice Hunter J. Harley Hill, Mehaffey & Haunt James C. Jones Clarence B. Gray Burt Fleming Bertha Rockhart Will Whickear & Whitehall First National Bank of Covington Clyde Cunningham Ringer & Ringer Livengood & Livengood Lynn B. Yelton Lawrence Finney Mehaffey & Haupt W. Q. O’neal Co Ira Griffith J. Jd. Hall Goldie Gaskill J. E. Rodenbeck Sarah E. Rhode Catherine Hileen Beckett Alfred Harbolt Steward Stingle E. F. McCabe H. D. Billings B. F. Crow Mary Jane Lemmiing William Cowgill John F. Judy John W. Mullen H.D Billlings William M. Hughes James Keister Mary C. Hess Warren County Building Loan Bertha Epugh Dallas Yoemin Dallas Yoemin Et al Peter Cullen Ringer &Ringer Paintiff Charles V. McAdams John H Lawrence W. Bowlus Frank Dee William C. Smith Ole R. Judy Grace Judy Joseph Albright Murray Cobb Laura Blanchard Jane Dee University Ing Cal Davies West Lebanon John Ritenour John Varn Reed Fair Association Medina Farm Bureau Royal Scotch: Highlanders
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