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Newspaper

Brook Reporter

Location

Brook, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 05, 1921

Page

4

Brook Tops Monticello in 10 8 League Clash

Brook defeats Monticello 10 to 8 to cement first place as leaders of the league. Staton had an off day but Brook’s hitters dominated and cannot be dethroned. The cup may be awarded next Sunday at Wolcott after Brook faces Wolcott in the final game. Rahs for Brook’s mound ace Staten and the team as a whole.

Brook Monticello Staton Pippecanoe Brookites Wolcott Staten Moundeman Parr Jake

Last Sunday's Baseball Scores From Regional Matches

Monticello trailed Brige 10 to 3 as Wolcott edged Rensselaer 4 to 3 and Reynolts beat Remington 1 to 0 Mt Ayr defeated Farr 9 to 4 in a set of week end results with several close outcomes.

BROGE Monticello Rensselaer Wolcott Remington Reynolts Mt. Ayr Farr Brook Pn Verree Verree Cleyaar Trensselaar Reynolds

Disputes Settle With Bulls Not Bullets In Humor Column

A playful Florida Union item riffs on disputes being settled with boldness rather than violence. It jokes about the Chicago Cubs considering Hippo Vaughn’s return and possible signings like Harvey Templin for a $20,000 deal, while poking fun at Illinois governor misused funds and praising Warren T. as a warranty figure.

Chicago Cubs Hippo Vaughn Bushers Harvey Templin

INL Ulyat's Crew Defeats Beavers In Threshing Run Game

The Davis and Ulyat team walloped Beaver City as Ployd Walling struck out fourteen Beavers to nine by Murfitt. Umpires Myers and Conn, with Badger scorer, reported a lively field with 30 balls in the final inning and Waling delivering a standout pitching effort.

Davis Ulyat Beaver City Floyd Waring Earl Cory Ross Murett Walter Murfitt Beavers Bill Murétt Ross Myers D& A The Dudes Champs H. Standt Gen. Davis Olin Uyal W. Murfitt Thurston Skete Walter Rosa Murfitt Cory Frank Brandt Fred Cattleday Any Waling Geo. Davis Phallengers Fort Cory Ployd Wallng Murtitt H. Myers Tudo Conn Badger Wall Harvey Templin Tommie Tebo Oyez

Ain't Chicago Bad Back Home with Warm Weather

Narrator recalls a trip to Chicago describing a crowded city, celebrity Bill Thompson, and the Pageant of Progress show charging fifty cents. He criticizes mosquito netting fashion, barbers, and the use of one piece bathing suits at beaches. Notes reformers and a Back to Nature movement, claiming society regressed to the Stone Age.

Chicago Bill Thompson

Not a Line o' Type or Two Just a Word From Me to You

A brief note notes a mix of original and swiped lines and hints at an upcoming season. It mentions basketball and a theater ad for Bull Durham with the phrase Roll Your Own. The passage reflects light social chatter and local ad flavor.

Real motor fuel problem and 1920s reserve limits

Associate Professor E H Leslie argues in favor of immediate concern over fuel reserves. He notes US crude oil and gasoline prices, rising vehicle numbers, and dependence on imports may lead to price increases. He discusses shale oil and alcohol limits, future engine changes, and calls for scientific and governmental cooperation to solve the fuel crisis.

E. H. Leslie University of Michigan Guerroleumt Oklahoma Ceichys Iminium United States Andy de Sein Mexico

Not Certain of Husband Even When She Sees Him

In Chicago before Judge John P. Haas at the South Clark Street court, Charles A. Stout and Mrs. Margaret A. Davies face questions about a marriage claim. Mrs. Sara states she was lawfully wed after a clothesline flirtation last October, then the husband disappeared with part of her belongings. The wife doubts the man’s identity and the authenticity of the union, while witnesses describe a brief, puzzling living arrangement.

Chicago John P. Haas Clark Street Charles A. Stout Margaret A. Davies Mutu Sara Wong

Tahitians Wild About Autos In Island Awakening

In Papeete Tahiti natives embrace automobiles as a new craze. The island teems with bright cars from brass-radiator engines to green fenders as pedestrians fear traffic. Government efforts aim to make roads safer while locals mortgage land to buy vehicles, sparking a cloud of yellow dust and a chorus of bustling jitneys driven by Kanak drivers.

Papeete Tahiti Allen Smae Shily Valley Forcee Nedel Patua Ty Ley

FIUME TRADE STILL SLUMPS Finme-Prime lingers

Disputes and tensions around Fiume keep the port idle as Jugoslavs resist Italian plans to merge ports. A new line of steamers is proposed from Spolato Ragusa and Cat taro to New York, while small Dalmatian coast services operate under the Yugoslav flag. Italian naval commander Foschini is sent to Pittime Ib to mediate internal conflicts.

Ahigestavin Flume Potitien Jheshivia Spolato Ragusa Cattaro New York Dalmatici Iuguslav Flomte Fiume Baross Jugoslavs Buross Suseik Tapatlo Talli Foschini Pittime Ib

Cohens Lead In New York World War Service

The World War record bureau of the state bonus commission reports the Cohens as the top surname among New York soldiers and sailors. About 2,400 Cohens served in the state, with around 5,000 bearing the name in the United States during the period of the Hindenburg Line assault, followed by 2,400 Millers, 2,000 Sullivans, and 1,500 Joneses.

New York Cohens War Record Bureau State Bonus Commission Metropolia Smiths Bonus Commission Nnifarn United States

Get Day Off for Rio de Janeiro Newspaper Workers

Rio de Janeiro workers in newspaper offices are barred from work from eight o clock Sunday morning to eight o clock Monday morning under a municipal act approved by the city council.

Editora Rio de Janeiro

Saves Baby From Cat Attack In Daring Rescue

A dramatic incident ends with Harry Walters rescuing a nine month old baby Stella from a large black engine perched on her chest. The child was unconscious but revived after an hour of careful care by a physician.

Aulaunle C Harry Walters Stella

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