Attendance Officer Now Fixture
The article describes a new attendance law requiring an attendance officer to maintain an office and be available beyond school hours. It outlines a 180 day term at 3 to 5 dollars per day plus travel expenses, with county funding. Superintendent nominates, county board appoints, and money is appropriated by the county council. It notes police style duties for protection of the superintendent and proposes shared equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sigi
County Board of Education
Attendance Officer Qualifications Powers and Duties Salary
Attendance officers take office August 1 for one year unless removed by the state board of attendance. No appointee lacks elementary school completion and qualification per state standards. Officers serve under district superintendents, maintain an office, be on duty during school hours, and keep required records and reports. Continued on pare 8
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Attendance
Mainer Amt
Hascordance
Shell
Efficient Thrashing Lets Farmers Save Grain Waste
The U S Department of Agriculture notes hundreds of thousands of bushels lost yearly on American farms due to improper thrashing machine adjustments and carelessness. Experts say small leaks from feeding grain, cleaner settings, and end-of-setting cleanup add up. farmers should study the problem, replace worn parts, and follow guidance from Farmers Bulletin 991. The bulletin offers practical advice and can be requested from the USDA in Washington DC. Frank Holscher promotes a meat market in Brook Indiana with a satisfaction guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United State Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Agriculture
United States Department of Agriculure
Washington, D. C
Illinois Governor Indicted in State Embezzlement Case
The State faces an embezzlement indictment of Governor Smal l while treasurer, with Lt. Gov Sterling also charged for his former treasurer role. Vernon Curtis of Grant Park linked to a bank loan scheme using two state funds, one loaned across the state and the other to Grant Park Bank. The pact allegedly paid the bank 8 percent while the state got under 2 percent. Curtis has died. conspiracy charges center on Vernon Curtis and the bank’s role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iinois
Gov. Smal
Lt. Gov. Starting
Vernon Curtis
Grant Park
Grant Park Bank
Senator Curtis
Armour and
Swift
Small
Sterling
Curtis
Indiana Vehicle Title Rush Creates Big Fine Threats
The Indiana secretary of state’s automobile department is issuing about 4,000 title applications daily as up to 460,900 vehicles require registration this year. Hoosier State Automobile Association warns grace period ends August 29 with penalties including a $10 to $100 fine and possible imprisonment for transfers without a title. Forgery carries a $1,000 minimum fine and five years. altered engine numbers trigger penalties. Notaries statewide may join the association during this period to forward blanks for a $1 registration fee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Automobile Department
Secretary of State
Hoosier State Automoile Association
D. McClelann
Indiana
State Automobile Department
M. EB. Noblet
State Automobile Association
Royalty Has No Terrors For Showman
An anecdote from a Lotus Club dinner honoring George Ade recounts a Buffalo Bill Wild West Capitol visit in Rome. Ade and guests, including Tarkington, were guided by a zealous Italian usher as American staff, mostly Nebraskan, handled the crowd with force. The tale underscores Ade's esteem among fellow countrymen and contempt for pomp.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lotus Club
Hoxor
George Ade
New York
Jutta Strest Concern
Fig
Mr. Ade
Buffalo Bill
Rome
Italy
Thalr
Count
Ring
George
Tarkington
Gol
Cody
Inter
Buffalo
Europe
Mim
Nebraska
Coupolis
Grain Yields Reported Across Farms in 19th Century Data
The report lists multiple farms and yields in bushels per acre for wheat and oats. Notable figures include Jos Ade at 25 bushels per acre with Turkey Red and J.D. Rick at 22, Omar Falmy at 39, and Harve Hinton with 40 acres totaling 1675 bushels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jos Ade
Acra
Roy Bowers
Filelda
Ed Kitner
Jay Merchant
J.D. Rick
Perkins
Chris Barton
Alvin “‘McCabes
Deardurst
Harve Hinton
George Bill
Harrington Jfarm
Goodland
Goodland Herald
Omar Falmy
Foresman
Medics Feast at Hazelden in verbose, social gathering
A Newton-Jasper Medical Association event at Hazelden drew doctors from Chicago and local groups. Dr P. Clark spoke on acute abdominal affections while Dean Lewis covered fractures. after a dinner the group toasted the Newton-Jasper Association and Hazelden’s hospitality amid a social dance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tenth District Medical Society
Sisters of Ruth
Newton-Jasper Medical Association
Clark
Chicago
Dean Lewis
J. A. MacDonald
Newton—Jasper Association
Hazelden
Remonstrance Against Kay Road Proceeds in Townships
This week remonstrators totaling 96 gathered in Jackson and Beaver townships to oppose the construction of the Kay road, which lies on the township line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson
Beaver Townships
Kay
Miller Owns Morocco Courier After Purchase
Lasley Miller of Morocco has purchased Walter Lynges Interest in the Morocco Courier, becoming sole owner. He aims to publish the best paper Morocco has known and expects the venture to bring success to the town and readers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lasley Miller
Morocco
Walter Lynges
Card of Thanks for kindness during illness and death
Mrs W P Griggs and sons thank friends and the Knights of Pythias for sympathy and aid during husband and father Wilbur Griggs's illness and after his death. Jno Cochrane came from Goodland on Thursday. Lost between Brook and Crown Point. Wilbur and John stayed home Tuesday night while Ethelbert attended a dance in Raub.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Pythias
Mra. W. PB. Griggs and Sons
Jno. Cochrane
Goodland
Brook
Crown Point
Wilbur
John
Lexington
Ethelbert
Ward
B. E
Evans Cary
Ind
Raub
Death of Wilson P. Griggs at East Brook home
Wilson P. Griggs died Monday at his East Brook residence after years of ill health. Born 1849 near Morris Illinois, he moved to the area nearly 50 years ago, served as Lionais township Trustee, and was active in the Christian Church of Brook. Funeral held Wednesday at Brook Mausoleum with Knights of Pythias escort. Survivors include wife, two daughters who died in childhood, and two sons Fred in Missouri and Howard on the farm. brothers and extended relatives noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson P. Griggs
East Brook
Mr. Griggs
Fred
Howard
Missouri
Liine
Lionais Township
Morris
Illinois
Christian Church of
Brook
Kauffman
Kentland
Obituary for Wilson P Grigga Born in Morris July 1849
Wilson P Grigga was born in Morris Minnesota July 10 1849 died at home in Byeok Indiana July 18 1921 aged 72 years eight days He married Anna Zeck at age 21 and had four children Galler Fatella Frederick Darwin Howard and a foster daughter Ada Pierce Also survived by a brother Henry Griggs of Goodland Indiana He moved to Newton County 46 years ago and was a member of the Christian Church Known as a kind neighbor husband and father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson P. Grigga
Morris
Byeok
Indiana
Anna Zeck
Galler
Fatella
Fredrick Darwin
Lea Summit
Howard Henry
Ada Pierce
Brook
Henry Griggs
Goodland
Iriiang
Newton County
Christian Church
Local and business notes from area residents
Local and business news itemizing travel between towns, visits by residents to family and friends, a judge's address at Colfax Community School, motor trips to Crete and Joliet, rain reports, and upcoming service needs. Includes notes on agency and sales changes, hospital visits, and ongoing medical tests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willams
Colfax
Notice of Optometrist Office Location in New Bank Building
The notice lists an optometrist practice in the New Bank Building with the first stairway west of the corner near the door. It cites Dr A and Catt, and Renwaslaer Indiana, plus Conrad Kittner remarks about rain patterns north and east of Joliet and drought impacts. Oats are growing well yet yield around 40 bushels per acre. The text notes rain affecting travel south then east toward Brook and widespread rainfall impact in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wew
New Bank Bulding
Dr. A. &, Catt, Optometrist
Renwaslaer
Ind
Conrad Kittner
Joliet
British Like George Washington Statue Baffles Travelers
During and after the war many British visitors to the WI developed views of American history and now recognize George Washington as a patriot. Virginia has given them a George statue and Trafalgar Square houses it. Mrs Bruce Corbin celebrated her 27th birthday with about twenty five relatives and friends arriving with baskets including Chas Murfitt J W Cline Everette Young and Carl Fernbaugh from Leiters Ford among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WI. S
Thair Monkle
America
G. Washington
Virginia
George
Trafalgar Square
Bruce Corbin
Chas. Murfitt
J. W. Cline
Everette Young
Carl Fernbaugh
Leiters Ford
J.P. Clark
Themes Watson
D. B. Rust
Lor
Morocco
M. M. Adair
E. Ciloe
Also Mentioned on This Page
Frank Holscher
Springfield
Stirlt
King
Hhation
Kay Road
Miller
Courier
Logal and Business News
Mrs. Chas Stearman
Lafayette
Anjos Agate
Michigan
Paul Hanson
Momence
Ray Hershman
Kankakee
Conrad Klifner
Albert Ejiffer
Hannah Kiltmer
Bert Snyder
J.D. Rich
Crete
Mrs. Wordersmith
Grant Pack Maofs
Jos. W S. Cunningham
Claude Fix
Mr. Jay
Anderson
Clinton
Sunderland
Star, Perking
AdvaMator Wind Mus
Chas Bentley
Sam Min
Staton
Earl Park
L. A. Lyons
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!