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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1917
Page
4
Biblical lesson outlines Jesus healing a blind man at the Feast of Tabernacles. It stresses the miracle’s purpose, the man’s growing recognition of Jesus as the Son of God, and urges pupils to act in faith and confess Christ. It links healing to spiritual sight and missionary work.
F Benz of North Yakima Washington once a pastor in Portland Oregon six years ago left the pulpit after doctors advised retirement. He built debt and produced 100 acres of potatoes in the latest years selling 1 000 tons in 1916 at 49 50 a ton to a railroad. He told Spokane chamber of commerce he improved slightly beyond need and used aggressive seed handling including chemically treated seed to prevent disease.
A New York domestic relations court dismissed cruelty charges against John Mackey, an electrician, after he testified he earns 26 dollars weekly and gives 20 dollars to his wife for the family. The magistrate advised the wife to join him for dishes and occasional movie outings, noting his 25 years at the same job.
California pebbles emerge as a 1915 mineral production item. Yield reached 349 tons valued at 2810 dollars. Imported flint pebbles from Belgium and Europe faced higher costs, prompting a search for American supplies. San Diego county washed pebbles prove better for grinding in metallurgical plants across California Nevada and Montana. United States imports in 1914 totaled 470140 dollars.
A Kansas City Star excerpt notes officials gauge public opinion through organized groups such as commercial clubs and improvement associations. It argues that post election sentiment influences governance and that public organizations can effectively shape policy between elections.
A Houston Post excerpt quotes a provocative talk on self critique and restraint. The speaker denounces grouchiness while warning against drastic acts and urges personal responsibility and reform.
A brief Richmond Times Dispatch quote mentions a rule of thumb for budgeting: add ten percent to your income to estimate the cost of living. The remark is presented as a common estimation device.
A New York man on the upper West Side claims two corncob smoked hams imported from Connecticut are the city’s only genuine cob smoked hams. He traces them to a Connecticut farmer and notes a several week smoking process with a smoldering fire and daily coal and cob additions.
A light exchange about proposing ends with a quip that a telephone clerk will reply with a playful ring on pun. The dialogue highlights a humorous misunderstanding about engagement and callers.
A brief exchange reflects on being here today and gone tomorrow and the enduring vanity of self important people who claim the world will end tomorrow. The dialogue contrasts philosophical and cynical views on existence and fate.
Frank J. Cheney of F. J. Cheney & Co. swears the firm will pay one hundred dollars for every case of catarrh not cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Notarized December 7 1886 by A. W. Gleason. Cure claimed to act through the blood on mucous surfaces. Sold by all druggists for 75 cents. includes Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
In Greene Circuit Court May Term 1917 Calvin F McIntosh vs Sarah Smith William Smith David Smith Henry Smith Elizabeth Usrey Benson Usrey Elizabeth Usrey Benson Usrey William Smith Jr Henry Smith Jr Elizabeth Smith Mary Ann Smith Polly Smith Sarah Smith Sally Smith Thomas Smith Isaac Stalcup Smith Stalcup James Stalcup and unknown heirs in interest. Plaintiff seeks to quiet title to Greene County real estate. Defendants unknown residents must appear May 7 1917 at Bloomfield Court House or answer. Clerk E Kirby Ashcraft. Spangler Rundell attorneys.
A sheriff sale in Greene County Indiana will offer rents and profits from several parcels owned by defendants in a Greene Circuit Court decree. The sale, set for April 14, 1917, at the Bloomfield courthouse, covers extensive tracts including the northwest quarter of section 28 and parts of section 21 with railroad rights and various exceptions. If rents fail to satisfy the decree, the fee simple of the land may be offered.
Jephtha Moss sheriff of Greene County Indiana announces a public sale on April 14, 1917 between 10 AM and 4 PM at the county courthouse in Bloomfield. The action arises from a decree against James M Fuller et al to satisfy six thousand seven hundred fifty eight dollars fifty two cents plus interest and costs from rents and profits of multiple parcels totaling about 360 acres. If rents fail to satisfy the decree the fee simple of the property may be sold. W L Cavins attorney for plaintiff.
In Greene Circuit Court February Term 1917 Anna Cook files a divorce action against Edward Cook a non resident defendant required to appear May 21 1917. If the defendant fails to appear on May 7 1917 the case will be heard in his absence. Bloomfield Indiana March 26 1917 Clerk E Kirby Ashcraft Attorney Guy H Humphreys.
The Bloomfield Democrat offers a twice weekly edition and the Terre Haute Tribune offers a daily edition for one year at a total price of $3.00. The offer highlights a bundled option for local readers seeking both papers at a reduced rate.
The text notes a weekly subscription to the Cincinnati Enquirer priced at $1.75. It does not provide further context or dates.
Classified items list a Schroeder Bros. upright piano with solid mahogany case and a Hammock cart with pole and shafts. A girl to do work at a home is wanted. Also mentions Mrs. Rose Frame visiting Mrs. Carrie Yakey and daughter Ella in Solsberry while paying taxes.
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