Greenfield Republican, Greenfield, Hancock County, 19 March 1914 — Page 2

SERVICE GETS POST OFFICE

FINLY GRAY WILL RECOMMEND W. A. SERVICE AS POSTMASTER AT GREENFIELD TO

SUCCEED WILLARD S. 1 PLGH, DECEASED

SECOND IN FORMER RACE

Would Have Appointed Mrs. Pugli if Possible—Notifies the County Chairman, Thomas Seaman, I,- of His Determination, As

He as Compelled to Make Recommendation Immediately.

William A. Service will be the next postmaster at Greenfield. Hon. Finly Gray, Sixth District .Congressman, has determined to recommend his appointment as the recommendation must be made at once.

WILLIAM A. SERVICE

Mr. Gray would have appointed Mrs. Pugh, the widow of the late postmaster if it had been possible but the postoflice department does not favor the appointment of a •woman for second class offices.

Mr. Gray has written Thomas Seaman, the chairman of the Democratic Central Committee, announcing his intention of appointing Mr. Service, and states that Mr. Service was a close second choice in the former race. The letter received by Mr. Seaman a few hours ago, follows:

House of Representatives, U. S. Washington, D. C. "March 12, 1914. "Hon. Thomas Seaman, Chairman

Democratic County Central Committee, Greenfield, Indiana. "Dear Mr. Seaman: "I have received information announcing'the death of Willard S. Pugh, late Postmaster at Greenfield, and am greatly grieved to know of his sudden demise, and regret the necessity of recommending another to fill the vacancy resulting. "In anticipation of an application from Mrs. Ptigh, widow of the late Postmaster Wiilard S. Pugh, I have' deferred my response to all communications respecting this appointment, and on receiving her .-application and presenting the same at the Post Office Department today, and being advised that the policy of the Department did not faVor the appointment of women for second class offices, I now advise you of my determination in this matter. "In making my canvas in Greenfield to ascertain the sentiment and the preferences of the patrons of the office at the time Mr. Pugh was recommended, I made inquiry as to the first, second and third choice of the patrons. From the data thus obtained and preserved in the matter, it is shown that William A.

Service was a very close second choice. As it will be impossible for me to make another personal canvas at this time, and as I am called upon by the Department to make a recommendation for this office without delay, even if I were able to make another personal canvas at this time, I am convinced that good .* faith requires me to abide the results of this personal inquiry and investigation, unless there has been some great change in public opinion, and the preferences of the patrons of the office relative to the standing and character of Mr. Service which would vitiate my personal investigation. In addition to this, Mr. Service has been the late

County Chairman, and as such the recognized leader of the majority party in Greenfield and Hancock county, and a preference for him is therefore further assured, I have accordingly determined to recommend Mr. Service abiding the preference shown him. "Most Respectfully, "FINLY H. GRAY."

FORMER HANCOCK COUNTY MAN DIES IN KANSAS'

Charles E. Kearns Succumbed to Pneumonia—Brother of "Mrs. J.

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I. Butler, of This City.

Charles E. Kearns, age about 35 years, died Saturday night at his home near Liberal, Stephens county, Kansas, of pneumonia. The deceased leaves a widow and two little daughters, and is also survived by his mother, Mrs. Mary Kearns, who lived with him, two brothers, Harry Kearns, of near Liberal, and Orville Kearns, of Gridley, Cal., and one sister, Mrs. J. I. Butler, of this city. Mrs. Butler received a telegram Sunday morning, announcing the death of her brother, and left for Kansas in a few hours. Her husband received a message Tuesday morning announcing her safe arrival. Funeral services Wednesday.

Mr. Kearns formerly lived at Westland and was well known. He moved to Kansas in the fall of 1906 and was here with his family a little over a year ago. when he spent, some time visiting relatives and friends.

MARSHAL IS HELD LIABLE FOR ESCAPE

Jury So Decides in Giving Judgment in Strange Knightstown Case in Henry County.

since he had been allowed to escape, the person who was negligent should stand the consequences.

Miss Shaeffer was given judgment against Reiser, but as he could not be found, she then filed suit against Wagoner, who was responsible for him.

H. F. CHANDLER, MART JONES,

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Judge's Big Sale.

On Tuesday. March 2ith, Ora Judge will hold a big public sale at his farm near Kennard, offering fifteen head of horses, ten head of cattle. Jersey and Shorthorn milk-

Birthday Surprise

Has Been Recommended A news item from Washington, D. C., Monday says Congressman Gray has recommended the appointment of William A. Service^ to be postmaster at Greenfield.

Extra good black seed oats, Illinois kind, for sale. Dayton H. Gates, Greenfield Route 1.

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•samuel Steele was at his farm in Buck Cr6ek township Thursday. He reports the roads as being in an

PROSPECTS GOOD FOR BRADFORD DIVISION OF PENNSYLVANIA CAR SHOPS TO BE

LOCATED IN THIS CITY IN NEAR FUTURE

SOME RELIABLE INFORMATION

That Ground is Already Bought and Work to Begin in Summer— Double Tracking to be Completed to Greenfield, Also on the Program, it is

Said, and on Pretty Good Authority

Good things are in store for Greenfield, if information from pretty reliable sources is not entirely wrong.

Miss Mary ShaeiTer, of Knightstown. was given a judgment against Peter Wagoner, former marshal of that place, Friday, by a jury in the Henry Circuit Court. Miss Shaeffer demanded §300, and was given $267.90 by the jury. The FidelityGuaranty Company was also a defendant, being bondsman for Wagoner when he was marshal. The jury, it is understood, had no trouble in arriving at a verdict, the general opinion being that Miss Shaeffer had been treated wrongly by Earl (Cooney) Reiser, and that {ion to know, mean more to Green-

Democratic Mass Convention To be held at Westland, Township Hall, on Friday, March 20, 1914 at 1 o'clock, for the purpose of nominating a township ticket^ as follows: Trustee, Advisory Board, two Justices of the Peace, two Constables and four Supervisors.

It seems that thei^ is but little if any doubt about the Pennsylvania Raihvay Company having plans w^ell matured for putting Greenfield on the map in a way that will be beneficial to all.

Information gathered from reliable sources is to the effect that the Pennsylvania Company has already purchased ground in the west part of the city, the old glass factory site, on w-hiclj, to locate the Bradford division of their shops, and that work will be begun the coming summer.

The Pennsylvania Company, it is said, is planning to make each division and its business separate in its earnings and expenditures from other divisions. In carrying out this plan, the Bradford division of its lines will have shops located in Greenfield, and that without much delay. The plan as now known, would, it is said by those in posi-

field than many big factories in an industrial way and increasing real estate values.,

It is known that an Indianapolis real estate firm has options on land near the site of the proposed new shops to be held as an investment, to be laid out in lots for building purposes when the Pennsylvania company begins activity.

In addition to the proposed shops, it is stated on the same #authority that the company contemplates the completing of their double tracking plan from Charlottesville to this city during the present year.

Drag the roads as soon as they are in fit condition. An expert says that the foundation of a good road the whole summer may be laid by simply dragging it when the frost is out of the first inch. Then, after every rain get out and drag your road, and thus do credit to yourself and neighborhood. Until w"e reach that ideal condition when every farmer will take as much

ers, seventy-five head of hogs,.... twenty of which are immuned I hJs road as he does in his brood sows, also farming implements, etc. Advertisement dwl

Archie Brooks, of Route 7, entertained about thirty friends in honor! that the road is dragged after every of his wife's birthday. She re- rain.—Marion County Mail. ceivcd a number of nice presents. Refreshments of coffee, cake, candy and brick ice cream in St. Patrick's

wife's appearance and his own when he goes to church, wTe should have an organization in each township, whether the law requires dragging or not. that will see to it

day color, nabisco and after dinner Haute, where they attended the anmints were served. Those present nual convention of the Indiana Gas were Fletcher Brooks and family, Association. Mr. Vance was elected Ed Trees and family, Sam Bussel and wife, Charles Scott and wife, John Foster and wife, Ed Larrabee and family, Mrs. Ethel Parker, Miss Nannie Bussell, James Yelton, Vas-

Thelma Bussel. All departed at a late hour, wishing Mrs. Brooks many happy birthdays.

Operated on For Appendicitis

Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Vance returned on Thursday evening from Terre

one of the directors of the association.

Mrs. A. T.

street, was

sel Powers, Frank Snavely, and: John H. Reeves, a

Mrs. Will Shannon, of Indianapo- Indianapolis into the property of W. H. Alger, of East Greenfield lis, underwent an operation for appendicitis at the St. Vincent Hospital this morning. Her sister, Mrs. Frank Rhoadarmer, of this city, w^ent to Indianapolis today to be with the patient.

Reeves, of North State ?7 years old Thursday.

son, and Jesse

Reeves and wife, grandchildren, were entertained at dinner in honor of the occasion.

Jesse Alger and wife are moving

Mrs. Jerry Lynam and son. 'of New Castle, w^ere the guests of the former's son. Wilbur Lynam and tamily Sunday.

Mr. and Mrs. G. R. Siders of Route 1, were called to Rushville Sunday by the serious illness of the latter's sister.

Mrs. H. E. Evans and son, Max, of Morristown, are the guests of the former's parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Zike, in this city.

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For Sale Weanling mare mule. Grover Wickliff, Route 1. i6d2w (Advertisement)

A suit has been filed in Circuit

.. .Court by Cludie^ Chappie against

almqst impassable condition in some Marshall D. Carlton, for $251 on

Thirty-Five Officers From Three Companies Here On Saturday Night to Confer Work.

The Greenfield Company, U. R. K. of P., had an unusual meeting Saturday night when they entertained many visitors, and added fourteen new members to their company.

The guests included thirty-five officers from Companies No. 100, 56 and 48, of Indianapolis, who made up a team to confer the Rank degree on fourteen candidates. The officers w"ere headed by General Haskell and Col. Shellhouse, and included lieutenants, captains, majors, sergeants and colonels. Following the conferring of degree work, a supper was served. There was a. good attendance of local members.

FIFTY HAYMAKERS (010 FOUNTAINTOWN

(Instituted New Association With 37 Members in Neighboring Town —Were Royally Treated.

Fifty members of the Wenonah Convocation of Haymakers of this city took their paraphernalia to Fountaintown Monday night and instituted the Papago Haymakers' Association, No. 385y2, with thirtyseven members. Livery and private rigs were employed to take the boys down to the neighboring town and although the trip was long, the fun was great, according to report. There were 27 members initiated into the new association and ten went in by card. They have had a tribe of Red Men at Fountaintown for several years and the members of the order have been anxious to take the side degree which furnishes considerable fun for the members. Following the work, which was arduous, as some of the candidates were full grown and husky, a splendid lunch was served by the members of the new order and the Greenfield boys did full justice to it.

An Old Citizen Dies.

Hiram Stottlemeier. age 71 years, died Friday at his home at FoKtville, and the funeral occurred Sunday. Mr. Stottlemeier had been a resident of Fortville about fifty years, and was known as a pioneer citizen. He leaves a wife, four sons and two daughters.

Divorce and Former NameSarah F. Parsons has filed suit for divorce from William F. Parsons, and also asks that her formername of Sarah F. Gordon, be restored. According to the complaint, they were married on December 8, 1912, and separated June 19, 1913. The plaintiff alleges that her husband was sullen and profane, and refused to buy clothing for her.

Elwoqd Roberts, who works at Indianapolis, spent Sunday here.

An Earnest Appeal From Our Many Customers

IS WHAT BRINGS THIS

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

As you know, we advertised that the Star Store was going out of business, and we had intended to do so, but owing to the many requests from our customers to still continue, we have decided to remodel the west room so as to make it one of the most up-to-date stores in the city and still continue as the old Star Store.

The east room has been leased to Mr. B. L. Dolen, of Tipton, and will be remodeled by him as soon as vacated.

Hoping to meet all our old customers and many new ones, we are Very truly yours,

DEATH OF WILLIAM DRAKE

Ocurred Sunday Noon—Funeral on Monday Afternoon.

William Drake, age 52 years, died at noon Sunday, after an illness of several months, with heart and stomach trouble. He leaves a wife and one child. Funeral Monday at 2 p. m., at the United Brethren church., A. H. Rottman, undertaker.

WILLS HAK BEEN HIED FOR PROBATE

Mrs. Butler Divides Property—Jos. Garrett Leaves Estate to Wife, Except Personal Property.

The wills of the late Margaret Butler and Joseph Garrett have been filed with the county clerk for probate. The will of Mrs. Butler is dated October 9, 1901, and is witnessed by Lorenzo E. McDonald, M. Leola Thompson and John H. Binford, and is in part as follows: "First, I desire the prompt payment of all my debts and funeral expenses. "Second, I desire the sale of all my personal and real estate, on such terms as the court may direct. "Third, I give and bequeath to my step-children, Levi Butler, Margaret Ann Brown, Micajah C. Butler, Nathan M. Butler and Jos. I. Butler, in equal proportions, the one-third of the net proceeds of my derly said estate. "Fourth, the remaining twothirds, I give and bequeath to my brothers and sisters, or their legal representatives. "Fifth, I desire to be buried beside my late husband, Joseph Butler, in Walnut Ridge Cemetery, in Rush county. "Sixth, I hereby nominate and appoint Micajah C. Butler as the executor of this, my last will and testament."

The will of Joseph Garrett is dated July 11, 1913, and is witnessed by J. H. Moulden and G. C. Winslow. In the will the deceased directs that, as soon after death as possible, all debts, sick and funeral expenses be paid. In the second item the deceased wills all the remainder of his estate to his wife. Elvira A. Garrett, including his one-third interest in the farm which was in the name of his former wife, Nancy A. Garrett, of which two-thirds was heired by the children of Nancy A. Garrett. The farm contains 80 acres. He further willed his personal property, including money, bonds and heirship to his wife. Elvira A. Garrett. All the personal property held by the deceased as the property of his mother and former wife, is to be divided between his children and his wife, share and share alike. In the event Ihe land named above should be sold, then the will provides that one-third of the purchase money shall go to his wife, Elvira A. Garrett, who is named as executrix.

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Fannie Jacobs, of Fortville Route 2, is staying with her aunt, Mrs. Estella Wiggins, of West Walnut.

Marriage License.

Albert Bechtol to WinifredjClark.

SIMON KOIN

JUDGE SPARKS 61VE1 A SPLENDID HEARING

American Bible Class Had EightySeven in Attendance Sunday— Sparks Made Good Talk.

Jutige William Sparks, of Rushville, was given a splendid hearing Sunday at the M. E. church, by the American Bible Class. Mr. Sparks was the guest of his brother, J. W. Sparks, and was invited to address the Bible Class. There were eightyseven in attendance, and the judge made a great talk on the lesson, concerning keeping the Sabbath.

Judge Sparks is a well known Sunday school man, and a splendid^ and impressive speaker. Therewere 333 in attendance at Sunday school.

IRE MORS REBEL AT

Refused to Go I nder Them at the High School and Parade About Streets—Visit Mayor and Jail

The annual scrap over class colors at the high school occurred today, but it was conducted very orin comparison with former years. By some unknown method and at an opportune moment, the Seniors succeeded in getting their colors over the building, and of course the Juniors would not go in under them. They started out to show how much they resented it, and paraded the principal streets, with their banner and colors flying. They were orderly, however, and did not seem inclined to commit any unlawful act. They w:ere invited before the mayor, Mr. Johnson, however, who gave them some good, wholesome, fatherly advice, which they heard with good nature and no doubt profited by it. The mayor told them that as long as they did not commit any unlawful act, he had nothing to do in the matter, and advised them to remain peaceable and return to school at noon. After they left the mayor's office, the, young people as a class paid a visit to the jail, where they spent, a quarter of an hour inspecting ilie interior of the building before disbanding.

Mr. and Mrs. Harry Henricks, of Indianapolis, were guests of relatives h^re Sunday.

Hayes Duncan and wife were the guests of Plutarch Montrose and family Sunday afternoon.

Oakley Harlan, of New Castle, was here Sunday, a guest of his parents, Mr. and Mrs. John Harlan.

Paul F. Binford

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