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Newspaper
Advance Hustler
Location
Advance, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1912
Page
1
Local observers report visits and gatherings across Lebanon, Thorntown, Crawfordsville, New Ross, and Paris Kentucky. Residents including Eunice Ross, Verna Whitecotton, and Maude Sering are noted with relatives, illness recoveries, and extended visits.
The Boone County Fair arrives in Lebanon on August 6 with large advance bookings. Wm E Turner says space sales are high, 13 races scheduled including six stakes, 126 nurses entered, and 65 grand stand free acts daily. Premium list revised and available at Brown & Craver's in Advance.
Reports warn a large promised potato crop may fail as potatoes rot in the ground and small ones sprout due to prolonged wet weather. Rust spots have appeared on tubers, and while hot weather offered hope, decay may continue, threatening material shortages and higher prices despite earlier forecasts of an abundant yield.
Local grocers set up large wire fly traps before stores to curb disease spreading insects. Throughout a day the devices capture many flies, turning the improvised prisons into bustling windows of sanitation and business potential.
Ollie M. Dodd Boone County Surveyor asks citizens to help locate two important land survey records taken from the Surveyor's Office more than a year and a half ago. He warns the books may be in a field or lost and emphasizes their future value to county property and line corners.
A mixed forecast describes continuing warmth in the south and general warmth elsewhere. The northwest is unsettled by mid to late week while the extreme central west and south stay fair. The east gulf and south Atlantic states may see showers in the second half of the week.
Mrs. Bertha Coshow and her son Carl visit North Salem grandmother Mrs. Martha Hutchinson. Mrs. Chas Sparkes spent Monday with daughter Mrs. Frank Heady. Mrs. Frank Peterson visited Mrs. Charlie Rohn. Shelby Hutchinson spent Sunday with brother John Hutchinson of Terre Haute. Ethel Burris stayed at John Heath’s home. Nellie Attarback remains at Lebanon. Jennie Smith visited George Zimmerman’s home. Mrs. George Zimmerman and Jennie Smith visited Brownsburg on Wednesday. Pete Todd and family attended a funeral for his little grandson at Barnard. Sam Scott and wife called on Mrs. S. Z. Hinton Sunday afternoon.
Paul Cook worked in the F J Baird elevator in Kewanna. Earl Self, recently recovered from appendix surgery, is back out. Neil Day delivered new wheat, tested 62 lbs per acre, at 94 cents per bushel. A brown and white spotted dog missing for three weeks near Voris Airhart. reward offered via Jamestown contact 131. Simeon Canada found a 1895 five dollar gold piece while digging in his garden. Rev Page conducted Shiloh Christian church service with one new member.
M C Sandy was taken to Run ner's hospital in Indianapolis early this week for appendicitis surgery. Doctors had difficulty diagnosing the illness until a thorough exam confirmed the severe case. John Sandy stayed with his brother Wednesday as the nurse reported improving condition and clearer speech after the operation.
State superintendent Charles A. Greathouse advocates continuing terms for Indiana city schools almost year round. He supports abolishing long idle summer breaks and proposes a system like Germany with a half day summer session for industrial and domestic education in large cities.
Local service advertises 24 hour dispatch with no extra charge for travel distance. Offers prompt attention regardless of hour, emphasizing reliable response and accessibility.
Heavy rains in Kildare county Ireland undermine a portion of Castledermot Abbey walls exposing vaults containing skulls and human remains. Archaeologists estimate the remains lie about eight centuries old dating to the monastery era.
A Pittsburg Dispatch item recalls a restaurant named The Napoleon on Tenth Street near Market. After failing soon after opening, a cruel Wag chalked Napoleon with Waterloo under it, mocking the establishment.
A Galveston News item muses on progress while praising a sturdy grandfather who could drive four yokes of oxen to haul freight along a road out of old Jefferson, contrasting past skill with modern engines.
A noblewoman living near Rome conducts a treasure hunt after discovering a manuscript in her library that allegedly describes a buried hoard on her land. A Spiritualist has reportedly confirmed the manuscript’s guidance as true.
An introspective domestic scene recalls four prior proposals and a quarrel over consent. The woman recalls the repeated offers and her haughty reminder that he would not accept no. The man laments that each change of mind leaves him worse off.
A six year old boy and his mother appeared in Belfast recorder's court to answer the summons and request exemption from jury service. His unprecedented call as the youngest juror raises questions about eligibility and duty for minors in the judiciary.
Torakichi Hatano attacked his wife Tchi in their bed with a club driven by jealousy. The blows left Tchi senseless and shocked onlookers at the scene.
In a humorous exchange Mr Bliggins bets on a boy asking endless questions. The clever remark suggests the child may never need college if he learns the answers himself and surpasses professors. The dialogue captures local charm and wit.
A trunk recovered during Barge canal construction in Clyde New York contains authentic George Washington furlough signatures from the Revolution an Astor account book and a Lafayette travel record. Also found are pre public record deeds duplicates torn from the same sheet and a two room shack on Montezuma marsh edge. The lot belonged to Judge Tremper Kingston era. Disposal steps are under way.
Reggy Deswelle pleads patience to his tailor saying he will pay but warns he will stop promising if harassed. The Fliegende Blatter notes the exchange as a humorous domestic dispute.
A reflective line suggests gifting a kind thought to a friend as a pure act of true giving. The verse-like remark compares this generosity to the angels' gift. The sentiment emphasizes inner kindness over material presents.
Attendance at Sunday School last Sunday was 77 with a collection of 2.16. Next Tuesday at 2 PM the Willing Workers hold a regular meeting and dues are payable. All members are urged to attend due to important business.
A group of about forty friends visited Uncle Joe Sandlin and Paul Cook last Monday night. The surprise gathering brought candy, fruit, cigars, and a parade of band music. Paul, who plays the tuba, was celebrated as he departs from the group.
An anxious inquirer asks what has become of the old-fashioned man who used to go to the penitentiary after being found guilty. The note reflects on changing times and the fate of such figures in Toledo Blade.
Christian Herald quotes warn that there is no car line to heaven and sitting down on the journey means not being on the right way.
A short local quote notes that a man rarely has a swollen head and a big heart at the same time, as spoken by Uncle Eben about character impressions in a community setting.
Uncle Eben jokes that the only objection to black residents voting is potential need for special hats on election days, comparing to Easter headwear. The light remark reflects social tensions and humor in a local community.
The article notes two imperial universities in Japan admit no women. It highlights gender exclusion in higher education and discusses implications for women seeking advanced studies in the country.
A brief motivational note urging readers to stretch toward future opportunities. The quote by Horace Fletcher emphasizes effort and initiative as keys to achieving great things.
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