Ten Million Trees in State Nurseries
A state forestry report shows more than ten million trees in state nurseries with about a third available for planting in 1935. Nurseries boosted planting 85 percent over the prior year and will focus on stock quality and drought resistance while improving handling and shipping for the rush season. The notice of insolvency for James R. Smiley’s estate in Rushville follows, with creditors urged to file claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virgil M. Simmers
Department of Conservation
Division of Forestry
Rush Circuit Court
James R. Smiley
Charles F. Baxter
Rushville
Indiana
Dale Fisher
Groups Across State Organize Increasing Trip Gatherings
A rising trend shows multiple organizations across the state arranging group trips. Local clubs and civic groups coordinate itineraries, destination choices, and transportation plans to accommodate growing interest and foster community ties.
Rush Circuit Court Recess Declared to August Fifteenth
Judge John A. Titsworth declared the regular term of Rush Circuit Court recessed until August 15 after concluding Saturday night. No announcement of an between-term vacation was made.
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Rush Circuit Court
John A. Titsworth
Firestone Century Progress Tire Promises Blowout Protection
The ad touts a new Firestone tire built from customer feedback with Blowout Protection, Non-Skid Safety, and Long Wear at a moderate price. It touts a nationwide buying wave, urges full sets, and highlights the Firestone Triple Guarantee covering 12 months against road hazards and six months in commercial use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Firestone
Firestone Century Progress
Firestone Courier
Shallow Water Fish Learn Colors For Food
A Detroit News writer notes that shallow water fish use color cues to find food while deep sea species see little color. Frogs respond to colored lights by changing breathing, and chameleons mimic surroundings. Some prawns can distinguish colors despite belief in widespread color blindness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit News
Go to Jericho: Henry VIII and the Essex Rivulet Tale
The article recounts Henry VIII’s habit of weekend visits near Ongar in Essex where the Jericho name was given to a rivulet and nearby mansion. It explains the origin of the phrase Go to Jericho, used by courtiers when faced with dull tasks. The setting blends Tudor red brick gardens with cedars, roses, and lawns.
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Jericho
Jordan
London
Henry the Eighth
Ongar
Essex
Lebanon
Henry
Essex Rivulet
Odors and History Across Civilizations and Fables
A Hygeia magazine piece laments modern odour pollution blunting nasal memory and notes how primitive peoples rely on smell for safety and food, while advanced society often neglects it. The text also recalls the 1898 Santiago naval battle where Spanish and American forces clashed and Aesop’s famed fables with disputed birthplaces and multiple editions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hygeia
Health
Farm Bureau Plans New Accommodations at State Fair
Indiana Farm Bureau reports rapid progress in setting up a premium exhibit and meeting space at the State Fair Grounds. The group will occupy the first building east of the Administration Building, with repainting completed. Daily contests run 1:30 to 3:30 pm offer $30 and $20 prizes to district entries showcasing a 45 minute Farm Bureau program. Visitors can rest and chat during forenoons and evenings, with displays from each department and parcel check services. County bureaus sell general admission tickets at 25 cents, encouraging higher attendance. Preparations promise the finest Farm Bureau display since the organization's start.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farm Bureau
L. L. Needler
Indiana Farm Bureau, Incorporated
State Division of Agriculture
Needler
Shirley Temple to get 1250 weekly in film deal
The five year old Shirley Temple reaches a compromise with a Hollywood studio. She will receive 1250 dollars per week for film work, up from her previous 150 dollars weekly.
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Shirley Temple
Hollywood
Your Fire Bill
The piece argues most fires are caused by oversight and that fire costs are borne by all citizens through taxes and insurance. It cites direct annual fire costs around 200 million dollars and indirect losses near two billion, urging prevention through care and thought to save money.
State Road 9 paving complete. mixer to move south
The paving of State Road 9 to the junction with the brick St in Greenfield was completed at 6 30 Friday evening. The mixer will be moved about four miles south to start on the lower end of his contract. The Charlottesville school reunion will be held in Frank Grafts grove next Sunday with Judge Will M Sparks of Chicago named as principal speaker.
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Brick St
Greenfield
Charlottesville
Frank Graft
Grove
Will M. Sparks
Chicago
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Relly
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Voice of
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Fesop
Aesop
Samos
Lydia
Greece
Firestone Dealers
Aker
North Main Street
Carthage
Find
Fec
Lus
Better Homes & Gardens
Hollywood Movie Mag
McCall’s Magazine
C Pathfinder
Pictorial Review
Open Road Boys
True Confessions
Radioland
Zee
RIAL
Lola
American Poultry
the Country Hom
the Farm Journal
Capper
Home Circle
Mother’s
H. E. Ratliff
Knightstown
Schrichte
South Main Street
Rushville, Indiana
Ratliff
Howard E. Henley
Attorneys-At-Law
Henley & Ingle
W. J. Henley, Sr
Rushville, Indi
O. F. Ingle
P. J. Satler
Will Hill
Tipton
Ed Miner
Stewart
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