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Newspaper
Brook Reporter
Location
Brook, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1920
Page
5
Fire consumed the A. K. Miller farm barn after an initial smothered blaze around 6 in the evening rekindled by midnight. Otha Miner, son of A. K. Miller, was on the property when the barn and its contents were completely burned.
Paul Hanson visits Chicago on business while others travel for visits and health updates. Leonard Crudden at home for summer. Mrs Vandersmith in Morocco. Mrs Grace Bomphrey visiting Kentland with her aunt. Ruby Dickinson visiting parents T L and Mrs Davis. Will Ade gains health after operation. Ezra and John Baggerly guests at Bernard James residence. Brook residents discuss new county hospital project. Harry Warr buys Philip Stonehill home and plans to move. Health issues force Warrs to leave the arm.
A historical ad-like note touts Glando Pine as a rapid cough reliever for throat irritation and pneumonia symptoms. It claims to destroy influenza germs if taken at first signs, recommends mixing with syrup to make a pint, and notes safety for children. Sold by The Grand-Aid Co. in Fort Wayne and Montgomery & Snyder.
The article notes the centuries old custom of letting the four Folk's Close every fifth year at Old Bolinghiske, birthplace of Henry IV in 1868. The bidding ceased when a pin was inserted, and a three acre field was let for 12 10s. The price has seldom exceeded £5 for about twenty years. London Datty Mail
Tempus Fugit tells of a teacher guiding Margaret to complete a cardboard design at home. She returns with a half finished project and explains she did not lack yarn but ran out of time, a playful twist on the phrase.
The Philippines plans a second mission to America to press for immediate independence and improve US Philippines ties. Led by Manuel Quezon and Sergio Osmena, the Nacionalista leaders aim to secure support and better economic relations while the island legislature reiterates the demand for independence.
The text praises Osmena and Quezon as steadfast advocates of Philippine independence, highlighting Osmena's conscientiousness, thoroughness, and eloquence, and lauding their calm, thoughtful leadership and dedication to national progress. It remarks on their consistent support for American intentions toward the Philippines when the occasion required.
The report explains a 30 percent print paper rise starting June first and a July 1 price increase to 2.00 per year. Subscribers are urged to pay in advance, with the notation system showing paid months days and year. Arrears are to be cleared as the paper has borne losses for years.
The notice lists Sunday school at 9 30 and worship at 10 30 next Sunday. A sermon titled Meeting Our Giants, Christian Endeavor at 6 30 evening, special service at 7 30, a String Service with live music by the Booster Chorus. Everyone welcome by E B Chancellor Minister.
The E. Church announces a morning service at ten thirty next Sunday and an evening community service with various speakers. The Junior Choir will sing, Sunday school starts at nine thirty, and a Social Service meeting with Mrs. Nettie Welsh is planned for Tuesday afternoon at the Park.
The Farm Bureau will run a wool pool in Morocco on Friday and Saturday. Farmers can bring their clips to Morocco for loading by the Farm Bureau committee led by Frank Beagley, with wool to be sent to the National Wool Warehouse in Chicago.
A reflective piece on inner wealth found in daily duties, friendships, and honest character. It contrasts genuine virtue with flashy but hollow appearances, noting that consistent effort reveals true value while superficial polish fades.
A brief, period tone note mentions a claimed electricity based linen washing method and a joke about patrons tearing buttonholes. Other fragments reference gull species along the Pacific and odd historical curiosities, including a misquoted line about Wilf and a description of Manchuria fauna and cavern storage.
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