Thousand Piece Band Leads Indiana Speedways Parade
The largest band in history will parade the homestretch of the Indianapolis Speedway half an hour before the 500 mile memorial day race. President Carl Fisher has increased the massed band size annually. Fifty bands from Indiana cities join color guards with national emblems as the monster band covers 1009 feet of the track before fans celebrate the race day.
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Indianapolis Speedway
Carl Fisher
Speedway
Indiana
Hearne In Ballot Wins 15 Mile Race
Eddie Hearne won a special fifteen mile race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway honoring visiting delegates to the Second district convention of B'nai Brith. Art Klein finished second in a Frontenac, Ralph Mulford third, Wilbur D'Alena fourth in Monroe, and Glenn Howard fifth in a Fronty-Ford. Time for six laps was 10 40.67, about 86.5 mph, fastest lap by Klein at 1 38.85 about 91.5 mph. The leaders stayed close, Hearne winning by under two lap lengths over Klein at the wire.
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Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Eddie Hearne
Art Klein
Frontenac
Ralph Mulford
Wilbur D’alena
Monroe
Glenn Howard
Klein
Welll
Hearne
Lengihg
K Lein
Mitford
Mystery car to test new rotary engine at 50 mile Indy race
Inventors Rudolph Wehr and J H Lehman unveil a car with a rotary valve engine and advanced ignition system aimed at improved efficiency and higher speed. The 120 cubic inch motor promises 110 to 120 mph, with a single seater driven by Frank B Davidson.
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Indianapole
Automé
Rudolph Wehr
J. H. Lehman
Wehr
Lehman
Indiana
Polis
L. P. Come
Litianapolis
Frank B. Davidson
Brook Loses Close Game to Donovan at Brunton Field
Brook and Donovan played a tight Sunday contest at Brunton Field with Donovan winning 3 to 2. Brook filled the bases in the sixth with two outs but a fielder’s collision negated a potential 4 to 3 Brook lead. Carroll and W Murfitt pitched for Brook while Clement lasted most of the game for Donovan. A rematch with Kentland is planned for Decoration Day and a Sunday trip to Kankakee to face New York Central follows.
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I. H
Goodland High School
Goodland
Brook
Hershman
Lowe
Bigger
Marshine
Adams
Tirook
Brunton Field
Donovan
Kankakee
New York Central
Still Raiding With A Jutay Still Raiding With A Jutay
An OCR fragment describes a tense confrontation with locals and visiting gunmen in Newton county. Citizens, including Lace and Doc, confront intruders while defenders man barricades and police respond. The narrative laments the chief’s flawed tactics and humorous social commentary on Sunday clothes and skirts for barricades.
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Stiller
Davis
Lace
Newton County
Sutherland
Farmers busy planting corn this week in ADE region
The ADE News notes farmers are finishing corn planting this week. Local social items list residents visiting kin in Kent and Wolcott, with several family gatherings and hospital updates. A funeral in Wolcott for Bernard Spencer is mentioned along with quirky ad like notes and misc misprints.
Bugtish Invention Promises Safer Sand Shoes
A mumble of early 20th century language notes a British invention for walking on sand. Shoes with wide soles and joint protection aim to stabilize gait for wearers, especially women, reducing fatigue while walking near shores or on dunes. The item hints at a sea or beach context and a novelty footwear concept.
Men Fear to De Natural Simplicity as Thinner Taste
A garbled fragment hints at fear of natural simplicity and a perceived threat from modern life. The text references men avoiding authentic simplicity and an implied concern over changes in daily life or appearance, though specifics are unclear.
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Benny
Old English Farthing Coin of King John Valued
An old English farthing from King John’s reign bears the date 7200 and is valued for its silver content. The piece is described as a historic coin with collectible market potential.
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John
Ted
Times for Gratitude in a Season of Good Deeds
Fragmentary OCR text reflects a reflection on gratitude and virtue, noting the value of good deeds and the importance of mindset. The garbled lines reference women, greatness of mind, and doing good, though specifics are unclear.
West African Groom's Appreciation
A fragmentary item describes a West African wedding custom where the groom pays respect after the ceremony. The text notes the groom presenting a fine powder to adorn his wife’s head, reflecting traditional attire and ceremony practices.
Postal Improvement Sit May 16 1922
Courtesy is stressed as essential in postal service public dealings. The Post Office Department urges postmasters and employees to use courtesy as a standard in all customer interactions starting May 16, 1922.
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Post Office Department
Indiana Newton County Will Annexed Estate Notice
State of Indiana Newton County 8S announces the appointment and qualification of Clinton Schaeffer as administrator with will annexed of the estate of William Schaeffer, deceased. The estate is described as solvent. Dated May 22, 1922. Hanley and Hunter, Attorneys. Also Luther C. Lyons named administrator for another estate of William Mathew, deceased, Newton County Indiana. Statement notes the estate is solvent. Dated May 1922.
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State of Indiana
Newton County
William Shaeffer
Indiana
William D. Maythew
Luther C. Lyons
Glando Pine Cough Medicine Promoted as Quick Relief
An advertisement touts Glando Pine as a rapid cough and throat irritations remedy. It claims lungs mucus is loosened, germs blocked, and that a concentrated mix with syrup yields a pint of medicine. Sold by The Glani-Air Co. in Fort Wayne Indiana via Montgomery & Snyder.
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Glani-Air Co
Fort Wayne Ind
Montgomery & Snyder
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