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Newspaper
Advance Hustler
Location
Advance, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1920
Page
1
Thief broke in through a rear window of Burrin's Drug Store, stealing $15.15 from the cash register and £49.91 collected for electric lights. Footprints and tools were left. police plan arrests as detectives shadow suspicious characters.
The article notes attendance at S B 133 with 4.67 and mentions visitors from Indianapolis and near New Winchester. Bro E R Proffitt delivered a bible sermon maiden address at the home church. It covers Linnsburg revival, upcoming Missionary Society meeting, Training Class finish line, Biennial Board Meeting Nov 3 4 5, Rev W J Young preaching, and a call for prayer and nightly attendance.
The band boys were invited by Chas Bean and J Wilbert Newman for an evening of marching rehearsal and food. 12 pounds of Wieners were roasted and eaten while Mrs Bean served pumpkin pie and milk to the boys and their parents.
A moral exhortation urges self restraint and integrity. It counsels accumulating wisdom, avoiding folly, and living to learn. It emphasizes kindness, sharing knowledge, and small daily acts to benefit many. The piece likens small deeds to sheltering armies from the sun.
The article argues renters should purchase 20 to 40 acres and farm them well to gain home and profit while reducing demand for rentable farms. It notes rising rents from competition and more small farms in dealers' hands, predicting a swing back as inventories change.
Massachusetts Agricultural College Amherst writes to President Butterfield seeking examples of the community idea in Indiana. Illustrious mention of Advance and social church cooperation notes three churches working together and inquiries on a consolidated school. Local visits include Fountainette and Terre Haute returning residents and the Wisemans visiting the Welden family.
The Hustler editor notes heavy business on a Wednesday in Advance. At 1 pm 48 autos at Main Street crossing and at 4 pm 44. about 20 percent moving, suggesting hundreds of vehicles daily. Advance remains a thriving business center with pep and hustle.
A dream featuring a shroud is viewed as a favorable omen by many soothsayers. It may indicate inheritance and business prosperity, though it warns of possible health concerns. A shroud removed from a dead person forewarns minor fears but no real misfortune, with only brief quarrels possible.
The North Christian Church sets a target of 150 for Bible School as part of an effort to unite all church activities. Plans for the National Convention in St Louis on Oct 18 are discussed, with changes to evening services at 7 30 and November meetings envisioned.
The narrator, angered by a storeowner who refused to sell a gun without a permit, contemplates shooting a man who taunts him daily. He recalls past conflicts with a friend Tony and notes the man sells coffins and tombstones, fueling his rage and consideration of violence.
We invite you to our Sunday School Sunday morning and the preaching service. Morning subject Our Greatest Privilege. Evening subject Praise. James Fink is Sunday School Superintendent and F B Graves, minister, leads both services.
The community building hosts big moving pictures each Wednesday and Saturday night with prominent programs and crowd turnout noted. Local organizers promote weekly film events showcasing cinema and community engagement.
Local ads highlight a car of fencing from Advance Hardware Co and promotions for products and services. Tom Mix in Speed Maniac scheduled for Saturday at the Community Building with a reminder to attend the show. Houses on heating stoves and cleaning services are advertised along with notices to cut weeds and buy apples.
The biggest motor truck train will tour Montgomery and nearby counties to educate farmers on efficient farm operation. The event, organized by the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce, arrives in Advance on September 15 at 9 am with a speaking program a band and a fleet of trucks. A local committee led by Roy T. Ailes will greet the caravan and help coordinate the day.
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