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Newspaper
Brook Reporter
Location
Brook, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1920
Page
1
The Dig Stock Show opens with hogs and cattle arriving and pens filling with full blooded stock. Organizers are the local Livestock Men who provide most entertainment except for the Big Free Movie and the Band. Also notes the death of Mrs. George Major in Chicago and her husband’s ill health, with four sons named and former Brook and Kentland ties.
A short reflection contrasts two groups of foreigners in the United States and abroad. One group has built wealth through high wages and favorable exchange, while the departing ones return to poverty at home, highlighting a push to send the wealthier visitors away and welcome the poorer compatriots.
Recital Saturday evening showcased Miss Ranemeier's vocal method which develops breathing and expression. Teachers claim long study yields good singing. piano pupils displayed masterful touch. Morocco audience valued performances and plans for a repeat recital in Morocco are being considered.
Governor Cox appeared at Kentland on Tuesday, greeting a crowd gathered along his brief stop on the Panhandle line. His special car joined the eastbound evening train and a short address was delivered before the crowd dispersed.
The Pence bank plans to cease operations by merging with two neighboring banks due to stockholders objections to certain loans. Depositors are not expected to incur losses, backed by ample wealth. Also noted: local apple shipments from M A Jones and a nod to Morris for long Republican party service and songborne campaign work since 1856. Also mentions Panama Pacific Exposition prize for Sonora talking machine.
Local townships Kentland and Jefferson receive permission to issue bonds to fund a new high school. Plans and contracts to be arranged this winter as prices have fallen and bidding should save money. The article also notes Promotion Day at the N E Church with welcoming remarks to Rev Wilson and a church gathering and dinner.
A J Bitt former editor of the Goodland Herald and prominent writer in Indiana spent Wednesday in town. He taught the local staff much of the game and is remembered with pride for his service. Also visiting were Misa Marie Zucker Filed Director R C from Cleveland and Miex Try nan H S from Rensselaer. A reminder: there is a Free Movie on Thursday night.
Friday and Thursday schedule details announce open air events including football drill, free basketball, and multiple band concerts. Activities feature wheelbarrow and potato polo contests, horse riding, judging of farm animals, parades, and public speeches by John G. Brown and Howard Leonard at Brunton's Field. Admission 20 and 25 cents.
Rev Chancellor of the Christian Church of Brook resigned his charge and plans to move with his family around November first to Unionville Missouri a town of about 2500. The Brook church has a large membership and the new post offers a substantially higher salary. During his year with the church he has been active in its work. The community extends best wishes for their success in the new home.
Friday evening Mark Karr left his electric iron on and went downtown. The ironing board caught fire and children fled for help. Bud Hess removed the board from the home and carried it to the street. no other damage reported.
Auction notice lists two year old Shorthorn bulls of Scotch top breeding available at reasonable prices. Viewing at Stock Shaw on October 21 22 and 23 in Rensseaer alongside notices of Symphony Lawn stationery Montgomery Snyder's Jacob Cilue and daughter Marie from Lester's Ford attending the Stock Show and visiting friends.
Red Cross representatives of Newton County arrange a rest room for women east of their quarters during the Big Stock Show and invite all women to call and inspect the Red Cross room. The feature promotes service and convenience for visitors at the event.
News notes report Mr and Mrs B A Constable visiting from Goodland and Sherman White traveling to Chicago. Mrs Robt Cochran and family visit. Elizabeth Lowe returns from Rochester to see parents Bennett and Miss Lowe. Indiana coal price set. operators to follow. Peony plants offered for transplanting and apples delivery to Brook area. Clarence Palmer offers peony plants. W S Cunningham advertises farm sales season services.
Theaters present John Barrymore in Raff les and Fanny Warg in The Cry of the Weak with Carter Dehaven Comedy Thursday and Friday. Saturday features Charles Ray in Alarm Clock Andy and The Busher on Tuesday. Additional attractions include Tokio Siren Wednesday, Anita Stewart in A Midnight Romance Thursday, Alice Brady in Sinners and Quack Teeter, Irene Castle in The Amement Woman Saturday. A forthcoming Boon for Two Hills Marshall Wells showcases a super production no and Get It.
NOTICE TO WOMEN VOTERS The voting machine is ready for operation in the library basement and instructions are available from Mr A J Chapin or Miss Ethel Reed. Come from 9:00 to 12:00 or in the afternoon. Miss Orpha Collier returned from Chicago for vacation and will share an apartment and work with nurses. Also mentions soft drinks, fountain specials, and shoppers. Dr Collier and family visited Culver. Mr Shilling and wife arrived in Brook. DeLuxke box candy and bulk candles advertised.
Marlon Miler son of Edw Miller from Goodland was driving a Ford when he turned to let another car pass and jumped to the ditch. He landed astride a hedge fence and the hot exhaust set the fence ablaze. As the fire spread to the gas tank the car exploded, destroying the vehicle and burning about three rods of fence. Miller escaped before the blast. He was reportedly rushing home to do chores.
Mrs M G Traugh wife of Wan Traugh a former dentist at Goodland Remington and Kentland died after an operation at the Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She had traveled widely since her husband’s death years ago in Otto Wyoming and was staying with her niece in Monticello. She left no children but several nephews and aunts and many friends mourn her loss.
Mark Sullivan writes that Republicans may win the presidency while losing the Senate. He notes potential strong spots by state, including Indiana showing a 65 000 advantage for the presidential ticket but only 16 000 to 20 000 for the senator. He cites Iowa where Cummins could trail by about 100 000 votes.
The piece notes revival of boxing exhibitions by neighboring towns while Goodlands pursues ancient dueling through promoter A Dabcock pledging pistol hunts. It warns rivals may resort to fist cuffs and parodies local figures Ed Hess and W D Pance as corn stalks loom tall. Temple Theater showings run Thursday and Friday at 6 90 P M with stock show crowds growing.
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