Opening of Advance Schools Promises Record Attendance
The Advance public schools open September 6 with plans for a large enrollment, new teachers, and extended grade terms. Trustees add five teachers including Caplinger as superintendent and Hartman, Wershing, Lane, and Webb. A home school partnership program and daily attendance checks aim to boost pupil success. Textbooks and supplies lists released. Pollyanna Club met with Mrs. Caldwell and Mrs. Riley for an evening gathering.
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Bowman
C.O. Caplinger
Wabash College
Mary J. Heitman
Jasonville
Ind
Indiana University
Ralph J. Wershing
Martinsville
William Webb
Indianapolis
Payseca
Hazel Lane
Ies
C. O. Caplinger
B. 0. Emmert
Mary J. Hartman
Routh A. Bourne
Ralph J Wershing
Willian Webb
Mary E. Jenkins
Vern Crouch
Sallie Fulwider
Etta Caldwell
Emma Riley
Hair styling tips to enhance side profile and features
The article advises hair arrangement to alter the side profile, making a thin face appear rounder by sweeping hair over the face and lowering the forehead. It notes adjusting hair can soften the nose and mouth visibility, with dental or cosmetic options for less favorable features.
Weekend visitors at Dave Nisley’s home
Saturday and Sunday guests included Joe Smith and his Jamestown family, Alva Nisley and his Indianapolis wife, and Harvey Merchant from Akron Ohio visiting Dave Nisley.
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Dave Nisley
Joe Smith
Jamestown
Alva Nisley
Indianapolis
Harvey Merchant
Akron
Ohio
Akron Ohio
September Furniture Settlement Notice by Mark Wall
A September notice from Mark Wall requests prompt settlement of all accounts, large or small, and invites responses to adjust accounts and conduct any other business the party can serve. The message urges full payment and communication.
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Warmang
Mark Wall
Snakes Demand Water in Harsh Heat Across Deserts
A note highlights that only reptiles can endure dry heat while relying on minimal water. The piece contrasts snakes with other animals and stresses adaptation, noting habitats where hydration is scarce and survival depends on efficient water use.
Locals and Notices From Advance Area
A jumble of notices, sales pitches, reunions, and local movements. Emmert and Vanhorn family reunions planned for Mt. Zion Church and Virgil Vanhorn’s home, both on the first Sunday in September. Community updates include teachers moving to Dysart Iowa and residents relocating to Lebanon and Ladoga.
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Emmert
Mt. Zion Church
Vanhorn
Virgil Vanhorn
Church Programs Highlight Local Conference Attendance Trains Postponed
Rev C V Rector notes 124 in attendance and a 4.88 offering at the Christian Church. Wingate trip for Western Indiana Conference leaves several officers and members away, postponing the training class. Biennial Mission Board dates set for Nov 3–5. Missionary Society reports 49 attendees, three new members, a first honor pennant, and leadership by Emma McClaine during Lilla Rector’s absence.
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C. V. Rector
Lyle Johnson
Emma McClaine
Iva Johnson
Amy DeBard
Carrie Beaver
Wingate
Western Indiana
Lilla
Beulah Caplinger
Methodist Episcopal Church Notices
Methodist Episcopal Church announces preaching next Sunday at 11 A M and Sunday School at 9 30 A M The Board of Trustees meets Tuesday night at Wm Rohn's home W F M S meets Wednesday with Mrs Roy Swindler The fourth quarterly conference is set for September 1st at New Ross All official board members and attendees urged to participate
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Wm. Rohn
New Ross
Mt Zion Rejoices as Clawson Chosen Minister Next Year
Members attended a conference in Indianapolis, resulting in a small attendance of 21. The church reports good news that Rev J S Clawson will serve as minister for the next year.
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Indianapolis
Bro. Clawson
Frank McClellan Durve Sale Draws Big Bids on Hogs
Glenn Bowman and family and many others attended the Frank McClellan Durve sale on Monday. Hogs brought high prices, with only a few buyers able to take home samples.
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Glenn Bowman
Ol Bowman
Bill Montgomery
Artie Brown
Frank Pointer
Clair Leeke
O. A. Nelson
James Brown
James Graham
Herbert Pointer
Grace
Marvin Caldwell
Ernest McClellan
Frank Riner
Emmett Riner
Dave McClellan
Charles Oscar Erp
Frank McClellan
Nellie's On The Job Delights The Home
Edgar A. Guest recalls the lingering joy when Nellie the servant is on duty. He contrasts the comfort, meals, and gentle care she brings with the empty weeks between reigns. The piece cherishes the familiar warmth of home under Nellie’s care and the sorrow of her departure.
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Nellie
Nelie
Nell
Lou
Queen of
Hoye
Edgar A. Guest
Real estate ads recall buyers' relief before rent era
A Detroit Free Press snippet recalls the old idea that buying a home beats paying rent, noting sharp memory of the estate agents who touted home ownership with certainty. The quoted exchange highlights nostalgia for earlier housing promises and confidence in ownership.
Local Notes Highlight Visits and Events in Advance
R D Batman and wife visited Ora Shelley. Batman returned home Monday. Nathan Rose, Indianapolis streetcar conductor, back in his old home after 22 years, stayed at Mr Mars and E M Smith. Various local notices include movie showings TOM MIX at the theater and community events at the Community Building, with ads for fencing, cheese, batteries, and meat market offers.
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R. D. Batman
Hendrix County
Ora Shelley
Nathan Rose
Indianapolis
Mod Mars
E.M Smith
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