27 Jan 1922
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Newspaper
Brook Reporter
Location
Brook, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1922
Page
1
Alfred Deardurff, 16, was found fatally shot near his barn after a day’s absence. Neighbors searched, locating the body about 20 rods from the barn. Coroner’s jury ruled accidental death. funeral held Sunday in Morneca cemetery. he was son of John Deardurf and oldest brother.
Senator McCumber outlines admin plan to raise money for a soldier bonus by accepting foreign bonds and using interest. Proposals include gasoline tax, higher postage, checks tax, and negotiable instruments tax. Treasury objections cite need for government guarantees to market foreign bonds at par.
A fragment argues criticism of Uncle Sam over HMI Hays B90 and postal salaries. It questions paying top wages to officials, notes William's influence, and alleges the post office suffers under his leadership run on a "brotherly love" plan amid broader political critique.
Lawrence EB Lyons declines to confirm rumors on his resignation as State Highway Superintendent. County official Dave Sheeta denies plans to quit and says he will focus on farming. Edith Fark shows improvement while Gifford, LaCrosse transfer owner, recovers from a hammer incident.
At a Benton County meeting in the court house farmers pressed for lower property valuations and criticized state ledgers. Philip Zoercher of the State Board heard concerns as Judge Berry defended spending and school costs, urging true land value for taxation amid calls for restraint.
Monday morning temperatures ranged from zero to two below, Tuesday from four below to zero, with Rensselaer at six below. Snow piles a foot deep, heavy cold reduces visibility, and a railway line expected to be back in operation after the cold snap ends.
The Brook Sales Company announces changes to its building this week to improve public access and operations. A partition will separate the sales room from the stock room and east side entry will open across Bank of Dracktot. Once finished they expect a safer stock area and more convenient customer access.
A Bloomington audience lauded Dean Coulter of Purdue for an engaging talk defending Purdue’s outreach and farming progress. He argued for standards in citizenship and values, citing war’s upheaval, with Brook Band and Miss Mary Potter providing entertainment at the event hosted by student farmers.
Citizens near us discuss establishing wireless receiving stations to hear all broadcasts by tuning in. Joe Hamilton and Charles Reed of the local phone company, from Bo stown, drove a truck into a ditch near Williamsport on a trip from Clinton Indiana. Deputies found seven gallons of white mule in the car and the men were bonded for 509 each. Chas Leagitte of Mattoon Illinois was operated on at Memorial Hospital and is recovering.
The McGive and Cummings group pursuing the Southern Railway bondholders reports securing 14 day options and travel to Washington. They claim all operating privileges from the Interstate Commerce Commission and expect final settlement in New York with Metropolitan Trust Company. Receiver informed Star Grain Company that deal could close by Sunday, with Pos t rebound noting rapid moves toward possession and possible closing within a week to ten days.
The third number of the entertainment course is set for Wednesday night February. This sole remaining lecture features Dr Wirt Lowther. He has appeared in our town before, and attendees who heard him will want to hear him again while those who have not should seize the chance.
River side paper reports January 2 cold wave in Riverside with 25 degrees for two hours threatening new crop injury. Californi a reports widespread citrus damage. Notes include a farm accident and local bargain ads. Visitors from Columbus, Ohio join cousin in Riverside.
Senator McCormick replies to French criticism of his Senate resolution on European economic conditions. In a statement distributed to the Paris and Chicago Tribune editors he urges cordial policy debate, notes two French scholars support the League of Nations, and asks whether disagreement justifies hostility to France. The message continues on page four.
Neighborhood hopes for central yards near Momence as Walsh road shops move from Falthorn to a location closer to town. Chicago Milwaukee and Gary lines’ junction at Momence could spur electric road access and boost local prestige. Resident optimism mixes with practical hurdles.
Mrs Ralph Nolen Dean died at her home in Morocco on Saturday after a lingering illness. She leaves husband Ralph Nolen and nine children to cope with the loss. The Nolens had long lived in Brook where Mr Nolen worked with a medical company, later moving to Orocea to manage the Standard Oil Station. The story notes a policy of 2900 dollars life insurance on Mrs Nolen taken years earlier through the agency of Wilson of Brook.
Local and business news item announcing services and supplies for February including eggs for hatching and farm implements for sale. Mentions Colton blankets, Duroc gilts, loans, and a public farm sale by Mrs Josephine Dearhurst with an auction date. Ice crew activity. preparations for summer needs in Moracey.
Philip Miller died Saturday at 12 30 PM at his home in Foresman after a long illness. Born July 6 1853 in Reading Pennsylvania, he moved to Illinois then Indiana, marrying Barsh J Roberts in 1878. He farmed near Chatsworth and later lived in Foresman where he died June 21 1922 at age 69. Survived by his wife, children, two brothers, a sister, two grandchildren and many relatives. Funeral held Monday at home, with Rev Crowder officiating. burial at Goodland Cemetery.
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