Greenfield Republican, Greenfield, Hancock County, 31 December 1914 — Page 2

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5 7*' OF PEOPLE CHRISTMAS AFvj TERNOON. MUSIC AND FLOWERS, CIGARS

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AND APPLES.

The Greenfield Banking Company kept open house Christmas afternoon and evening in honor of the occupancy of their new bank building.?? feAmong the officers of the bank who assisted in receiving and entertaining the constant stream of visitors were Dr. John R. Moore, who received at the front door, Charles Barr, Dr. S. S. Boots, Elbert L. Tyner, Hon. Harry G.' Strickland, W. T. Leamon, J. Ward Fletcher, Clarence Barr and Charles P. Mulvihill. They were ably assisted by Miss Iduna Thompson, stenographer in the bank Mrs. W. T. Leamon, Mrs. J. Ward Fletcher, Misses Jennie Barr and Anna Moore. Cigars and apples Miss Anna Moore. Cigars and apples were served to the gentlemen and carnations and roses to the ladies. Misses Dorma and Gaynell Watson, of Indianapolis, harpist and violinist, rendered most delightful music which wras greatly appreciated by the throng of people. Quite a number of people from out of town who were spending Christmas with friends were among the visitors. Everybody admired the beautiful building complete, attractive and convenient in every way. The architecture, material and workmanship betoken care and good taste. The tile floor, marble wainscoting, dark wood casing, delicately tinted walls, decorated ceiling, latest aad most improved and practical system soft shaded lighting, solid statuary bronze furnishings and lamp stands and mahogany furniture, all give a most harmonious, pleasing and impressive appearance. The directors' room, the separate toilets for ladies and gentlemen, the sanitary drinking fountain, the convenient writing shelves, together with ihe great safety deposit vault and perfect heating plant, make the building one that not only the stockholders may be proud of, but also all the patrons and the public gcnerall. It is a credit to the city of Greenfield.

The Greenfield Bank was the first bank organized in Greenfield. It was organized in 1871. The late Nelson Bradley was the first president and John Ward Walker, of this city, was the first cashier. The bank was reorganized under the new banking law of Indiana as a state bank in 898.

Triplets Born After Father's Death. Triplets were born Friday morning in a Muncie home where the husband and father has been dead six months. The children are little girls and those who have seen them say they are sweet, dainty little fairies and perfectly formed and healthy in every way. The mother is Mrs. Bessie Mann. 911 South Mulberry street. When the father died there wore nine other children in the family. The mother was unable to care for them and the Board of Children's Guardians, merribers of the Y. M. C. A., have been interesting themselves in behalf of the mother and a supply of baby clothing was taken to the home Friday morning. The mother is anxious to keep her little ones, but if she can not an effort will be made to place the little girls in some good home.—

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Jovian Treasurer Former Greenfield Man. At a meeting of the Jovian League land in Jefferson county, at the Severin Hotel a few days ago, J. D. Meek was elected treasurer of the organization. Mr. Meek was formerly a citizen of Greenfield and was for many years bookkeeper in the J. Ward Walker department store, where he was familiarly known as Wood Meek. He is a brother of Harry Meek, contractor, of this city.

The Jovians are electrical supply and equipment dealers. It takes its name from Jove, the mythical and awe-inspiring god of lightning and fire.

John Weaver has an unusual cane made of a steel rod, covered with leather thongs, It is perfectly smooth, heavy and would make a dangerous weapon. It was made by 7a life prisoner by the name of Williams, in the Fort Madison, Iowa, prison. It was sent to Mr. Weaver by his nephew, C. M. Weaver, of

Burlington, Iowa, a few days ago.

Real Estate Transfers.

Angeline Hodson to Charles Titus, lot Wilkinson, $45.^/ 'J James E. Barnard et a), tp Ida 64 acres lata),

Christmas Home Coming, y-h The regular Christmas home coming enjoyed by Mrs. Rumler and daughter, Mary, for a number of years, was held at their home in Greenfield Friday, December 25, and was enjoyed by all who were present. A sumptuous dinner was prepared and all did justice to the Yuletide meal. The afternoon was spent in songs and music, with a visit from Santa Claus in the person of C\eo Wilson. Everyone agreed that the day was well spent and arrangements were made to meet a year hence. -Those present were Rev. O. M. Wilson, presiding elder of the U. B. conference, of Mooreland, Indiana, his wife and two sons, Paul and Cleo, his son-in-law and "daughter/ Mr. Black and wife, of New Castle, and their baby John Price, wife and daughter, of Mohawk Otto Price, wife and baby, of Indianapolis Thomas Price and wife, of Mohawk Heber Lane and wife, of Lawrence William Bell and wife and son, Pearl, and wife, of Mt. Comfort George Rumler and wife, of Indianapolis. Those prevented from coming by sickness were Rev. G. E. Swartz, of St. Paul, pastor of the M. EJ. church, at Shelbyville, his wife and son, Orville. Two great grandchildren added to the joys of the day, this being the first time they ever had an invitation to the annual Christmas dinner.

MEM DOLLS GIVEN IS PHIZES

Mary Elva New Won First Prize In Johnson Drug Store Contest. The List of Winners.

The doll contest given by W. P. Johnson, which closed Christmas day, created a good deal of excitement among the little girls of the city. There were 92 contestants and 22 prizes were given to those receiving the highest number of votes. The winners and their vote were as follows: I. Mary E. New-

Mary Jeanette Crider Phebe Allen Frances Richey Helen Rhoadarmer Mary Elizabeth Cooper Althea Piper Mary E. Sonimerville Mary E.Tyner Yelma Cox II. Mildred Hannah 12. Mary Rose Simmons 4 13. Pauline Gray 14. Hilary Green 15. Betty Lou Tapscott 16. Florence Wyse 17. Trene Wood 18. Martha Mealey 19. May Rottman^ 20. Jessie Julian 21. Laura Doughty 22. Mary Willis

•70,779 45,926 32,994 28,288 20,440 19,86j) 18,665 16,990 16,697 15,915 14,100 13,000 12,779 12,493 9,928 9,650 8,944 8,840 8,640 8,257 7,240 6,244

A majority of the winners were on hand when the count was posted and received their doll from the hands of Mr. Johnson,

W. S. MONTGOMERY RECEIVES NEWS OF FATHER'S DEATH

Was Visiting Here When Word

Came. His Father, W. H. Montgomery's Home at Kent, Indiana.

While in Greenfield, at the home of W. A. Hough, Wednesday morning, W. S. Montgomery, of Shelbyville, formerly of this city, received a message stating that his father, W. H. Montgomery, was dead at Kent, Jefferson county. Mr. Montgomery, who was 88 years old, had been in poor health. He was a pioneer merchant of Kent, and owned

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in Greenfield a number of times while his son lived here and was editor of the Daily and Weekly Republican.

Hon. W. H. Hough fell a few days ago and waS pretty badly shaken and somewhat injured about the head.

Horace E. Wilson, who will take his office as county clerk January 1st, will have Waldo Ging fer his deputy.

Will Bte Full January First. The funny man of town says: "The moon will be full January 1st." Who else?

Some farmers who have silos say that they are feeding ensilage to all their stock,—4iorses, hogs, cows and sheep. One man reports that his chickens eat it. 'Cq

Miss Abbie Henby, of Kokomo, is spending the holidays with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Henby.

William Harding find wife have gone to Oxford, Ohio, to spend the holidays with'relatives. -'l

ALL OF SIHRLEY IN HENRY COUNTY.

A movement is on foot to petition the legislature to straighten the Hancock county line from the jog one mile south of Shirley, and make the line run straight to the Madison county line. This change would make the entire corporation of Shirley lay within Henry county, says the Shirey News.

It is argued that New Caste is much more accessible to the people of this part of the county than Greenfield, and it would be much more convenient to get to the county seat than under the present arrangement.

The people of Shirley believe that they could have better schools if we were under one jurisdiction than we have under the divided jurisdiction, with a possible chance for a high school.,

The matter has been taken up with the representative from Henry county and he has promised to give it careful consideration, and the probabilities are that a determined effort will be made to bring the change about,

A CIVIL WAR VETERAN FALLS AND BREAKS HIP

Benjamin Roney Resting Easier. Complication Develepod and Condition Serious.

Benjamin A. Roney, of Buck Creek township, who fell at his doorstep several days ago and broke his leg at the hip joint, was resting nicely Wednesday afternoon. He had suffered a great deal following the accident, and stomach and heart trouble of a serious nature developed and for a few days his condition was critical. He has taken a turn for the better now and it is hoped that his recovery will be rapid. Mr. Roney was a soldier of the Civil war and has been a man of great physical strength.

Boyhood Days Recalled. J. E. Sample, county recorder, has in ms possession a section of an old blue ash rail, on which he carved his initials about 46 years ago. The rail was on the farm adjoining Mr. Sample's father's farm and recently Mr. Sample purchased the land. He gave Dora Crider the rails in an old fence row and when Mr. Crider came to this one he saved out the section with the initials. Mr. Sample says lie. carved the letters on the rail when he was about 12 years old.

John T. Keaton Is DeacI Result of Horse's Kick. John T. Keaton, 60 years old, died at his home near Morristown Wednesday afternoon as a result of being kicked in the back by a horse several hours before. Injury to the spinal column was the cause of his death. Mr. Keaton was a wealthy farmer. His widow, son, daughter, two brothers ancl two sisters survive.

A Good Postoflice Business The postoffice has done a good sum of Christmas business, cards and packages in large numbers. In the mailing department clerks have been obliged to work overtime in order to dispatch the mail promptly. In the front office the postmaster and deputy have handled the business without any extra help until Thursday morning, when Frank Marsh, an extra clerk, went on duty. They have successfully handled the business, however, by neglecting their clerical work, which will have to be brought up after the Christmas rush is over,

AVery Leary, of Maxwell, son of Mrs. Benjamin McClarnon, has gone to work as a postal cleric at Indianapolis. He began work last Sunday.

The person who took the robe from a buggy in front of Fort's livery barn at Maxwell is known. To save trouble ijt had better be returned. Fred Fort. 24d-l-w-p /-(Advertisement.)

GREENFIELD REPUBLICAN, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 31. 1914

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A MOVEMENT IS ON FOOT TO STRAIGHTEN THE HANCOCK COUNTY LINE AND PUT

Few Christmas Weddings. There were fewer Christmas weddings this year than usual. Last year there were twelve.

Edwin Corr, of Bloomington, is spending the'holidays with W. A. Service and family and J. H. Rogers and family.

John T. Arthur, of New Palestine, Who drove to Fayette county a few days ago to visit his mOther-in*law, lost a valuable mare Tuesday night

Vandenbark-Walker

Robert Vandenbark" and Miss Eva Walker were married Tuesday after-noon at 3:30 by Rev. Frank Sumner, at his home in Irvington. They were accompanied by Mr. and Mrs. Jesse W. Simmons.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Walker, of Jackson township. I'he groom a successful young farmer, is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Cassius Vandenbark.

Prize Winner.

Bernice Barrett, of Maple Grove Farm, on Route 7, who raises Black Langshans chickens, had her birds entered at the Chicago poultry show. She won first on young pen and second on old pen second and third on hen second and fourth on cockerel and fourth on pullet. This winning was made in a class of 50 birds from Wisconsin, Missouri, Iowa and Indiana.

Shirley Farmers' Institute Planned For January. January 25 and 26 have been set for the dates of holding the Shirley farmers' institute this year.

The speakers will be Mrs. Meredith, of Cambridge City, and Mr. Borclierding, of Seymour. The program has not been competed yet, but something good is promised, as both speakers are well and favorably known in institute work.

NOTE PAYABLE "AFTER DEATH" IS HELD MUD

Appellate Court Affirms the Montgomery Circuit. Claims Against Estate Paid.

The appellate court Tuesday held that a note given by a person to be paid six months after- the death of the maker may be collected from the estate of the maker after death.

The decision is made in affirming the Montgomery circuit court in peremptorily instructing the jury to find for Clyde D. Burk and against the estate of Elizabeth Deeter, on a claim founded qii a note as follows: "$1,000. October 4th, 1909. '"Six months after death I promise to pay Clyde D. Burk from, my estate and through my administrator, $1,000, 6 per cent, interest from maturity. "(Signed) ELIZABETH DEETER."

There were no witnesses to the note, but it was filed as a claim against the estate. On the trial the claimant proved the death of Elizabeth Deeter and witnesses swore that it was her signature to the note, while the administrator introduced! no evidence. Indianapolis News.

A Belated Charivari.

Mr. and Mrs. Fred Havens were given a very much belated vharivari a few evenings ago. A crowd of young people in a bob-sled invited them to take a ride. They were led to believe it was to be for only a short distance and did not prepare to combat the cold very effectively. They were taken southeast and left at the home of Louis Weber, on Route 4, with instructions to walk home. By previous arrangements, however, Mrs. Havens' brother, Roy Thomas, came along in a rig and rescued them, bringing them to their home. It doesn't make them mad to ask how they enjoyed the ride, but it sure was some aggravating.

A case was venued here from Marion county, in which Francis A. St. Clair is asking for $3,000 damages from the Union Traction Company of Indiana.

New Cases Filed.

Mae A. Hansell, administratrix of the estate of Charles E. Hansell, deceased, vs. Mae E. Hansell, Lorna E. Hansell et al. Petition to sell real estate to pay debts.

Joseph Cook vs, Robert Reger. Suit for $10,000 damages. Yenued from Marion county.

Mrs. John P. Black has returned from Jtochester, Minnesota, where she went with Mrs. lone Black a few weeks ago. The specialists, after examining Mrs. Black, were unable to benefit her by treatment, and she has gone to the home of her daughter in Massachusetts

Two Full Moons In January. The month of January will have two full moons. The moon will be full January 1st and January 31st.

Justice Binford left Thursday for Mt. Carmel, Illinois, where he will visit Mr. and Mrs. Howard P. French. Mrs. French is his sister.

fJtfarriage Licenses.

Henry Herman La Yalle to Lulu Beatrice Wisehart. Ja'mefs H.: H&wk to Flora Ashcraft.

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TRUSTEES ARE ALL APPRECIATED

SCHOOLS IN EVERY TOWNSHIP PLANNED SPECIAL FEATURES .TO SHOW APPRECIATION.

THEIR ADMINISTRATIONS ARE COM? MENDED.

The December township institutes in Hancock county have been occasions for expressions of the cordial relationship existing between the teachers and outgoing trustees. In all the townships words have been spoken in appreciation of the spirit of harmony and co-operation that has existed between teachers and officers, and in several townships good fellowship found expression in festivity and special programs befitting the occasions.

At the close of the day's work in Brandywine township, the teachers presented Trustee William A Scott with a large easy chair "for his greater comfort upon retiring to private life."

In Brown township the teachers were all invited to the home of Trustee Ord Kuhn. After the forenoon's work a turkey dinner was served. The afternoon was spent socially, with music and other special numbers. Before leaving, the teachers presented Mr. Kuhn with a handsome silver service as a token of the appreciation of courtesies extended to them.

In Sugar Creek township the class served a four-course dinner, and in the afternoon rendered the greater part of a special program, consisting of musical numbers, readings, etc. The invitations, place cards, and programs had all been artistically designed by the students o'f the New, Palestine high school. Trustee John Burkliart was the recipient of a beautiful Masonic pin.

In Yernon township the class of the McCordsvilTe high school served a four-course dinner. Menu and place cards had' been neatly prepared by the art class of the school. In the afternoon the guests and visitors were treated to a program of readings, solos and other musical numbers. Trustee R. C. M. Smith was remembered with an elegant leather chair

The educational spirit and the interest in the schools is at high tide in every locality of the county, and they have never found a more generous expression than at the close of the present administrations.

In Center township. the teachers planned a surprise for Trustee Abram Frost and came with baskets filled with more than "Educational' Resources of Tillage and Rural Communities." The teachers had previously presented the trustee with an elegant gold watch.

In Green township, Trustee D. J. Warrum intended a surprise for the teachers by announcing a change in the program of the day by an adjournment to bis home at the noon hour, etc. In the end the tables were turned when the teachers left a handsome remembrance with the trustee.

In Jackson,. Sugar Creek and Ternon townships, the domestic science classes of the high schools served sumptuous repasts in honor of the outgoing and incoming trusteees, the teachers of the respective townships bearing all the expenses of the dinners.

In Jackson township the class of the Charlottesville high school served a bountiful two-course dinner. A meeting of the ParentTeacher Association was held in the afternoon and many things were said in appreciation of the work and progress of the schools durin the past six years. Trustee William T. Orr's administration will long be remembered for. the erection of a magnificent modern township school building.

Mrs. George W. Thomas and sofi, Harold, will start Monday to Canton, Mississippi, to visit her son, Raymond and wife, and granddaughter, Tera.

Ed Lanigan returned to his home at Indianapolis Sunday, after spending Christmas with his parents. Mr. and Mrs. William Lanigan.

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Thurman Haskell, of Jacksonville, Illinois, spent Monday evening here the guest of I. B. Grose.

\Y- W. Snider, of Buck Creek township, was in Greenfield Monday.

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Loveil Leary, of Gary, is pending a few days with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Elam Leary.

Claud Fort and family, of Indianpaolis, spent Sunday here with V. L. Early and John Early and family.

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Entertained at Turkey Dinner. Mr. and Mrs. Almond Wickard and daughters entertained at dinner Christmas. Mr. and Mrs. Horace F.: Wickard and sons, Charley, Oakley and Lawrence Mr. and Mrs. Harley Griffith and daughter. Eva Louise Mr. and Mrs. David L. Wickard and son, Harry Mr. and Mrs. Atral Wickard and daughters, Katherine" and Elizabeth Mr. and Mrs. James M. Deer Misses Hazel and Gladys Heidenreich, of Indianapolis. After a bountiful dinner had been served,. Miss Hazel Heidenreich favored the guests with several selection of fine' music. Following the music the attention was turned to a large Christmas tree which was loaded with presents for everyone. The distribution of presents was made mingled with pleasantries and expressions of appreciation. Everybody enjoyed the pleasant occasion and will treasure the day most kindly in memorv.

Contracts Are Awarded. The county commissioners have awarded the contract for coal for the heating plant, jail and

E ORANGE TREE NOW BEARIN6 FRUIT

Mr. and Mrs. A. E. VanCleave Have Five-Year-Old Tree. Fifteen Oranges Have Ripened

This Year.

Mr. and Mrs. E. A. TanCleave, of Rural Route 7, made The Reporter office a present of a sample of oranges which they grew at their farm, northeast of this city. The orange tree is about five years old and is bearing its third crop of oranges. The plant was purchased at Rockford, Illinois. It was sent by mail in an envelope and was only a few inches long. It was kept in^the house in a flower vase in the winter and is removed to the yard in the summer. It begins blooming in September and the ^ruit develop^ *m: about three months, ripening in December. Fifteen oranges have ripened this year and there are still bloom and green fruit on the tree. The bloom is very fragrant.

A Little Charity For the Birds Would Be Timely. The charity movement is sweeping over the city. Men and women who have money to spare, be it 'a large sum or one ever so small, do-y nate to funds which will give those who are in need of something to eat and clothes to wear, so that they may take part in the whirl of happiness which blankets the world on Christmas.

But with all these efforts to aid unfortunate humanity the cold spell which has taken Greenfield in its grasp is a mute appeal from the birds that forage for their living and are left destitute by the weather. The Audubon societies have taken up this matter and urge that the birds be fed by both city and country folk.

In this community there are many persons who are interested in bird life and who feed the little creatures each morning. A few crusts of bread, stale toast or most anything that usually finds its way into the garbage can could be tossed on:, the ground or placed on a window sill and would furnish a daily banquet for the birds.

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poor asylum to the Greenfield Ice & Fuel Company. The contract for janitor's supplies at the court house, jail and poor asylum was divided between J. I.' Holcomb & Co., the Associated Manufacturers' Company, W. P. Johnson and Fred T. Havens.

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In such times of need the different varieties of these feathered beings are not distinct, except in appearance, and they all bqpomc just birds flocking together about kitchen windows and seeking warm places ill secluded corners of buildings.

There is hardly a family in the outlying districts of the city which does not throw away more than enough to take care of the birds. Some people nail a board to a branch of a tree and place grain and crumbs on the board every morning. It takes only a morning or two to get a flock of birds, which will be on hand every morning and never be late.

Bird lovers get considerable amusement watching the antics of the hungry creatures as they .fly and hop about after the food, chirping their appreciation all the while.

Marriage Licenses.

John Ginder to Rachel StottW meyer. John W. Irwin to Mary E. Bourne*

Forest Winslpw and wife spent' Christmas with her mother,,. Mrs, Hunt, southeast of town*% at

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