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Newspaper
Carthage Citizen
Location
Carthage, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1939
Page
3
A Thompson Illinois column jokes about a temporary ailment while describing Melon Day festivities. It notes watermelons, a horseshoe pitching tournament, and local pride as growers host a popular celebration that draws visitors from multiple states. The writer jokes about recovery and plans a return.
Forest fires in Indiana caused about 250000 dollars in damage with 438 fires over twenty eight thousand acres. Nearly half were started by smokers dropping lighted matches or burning tobacco. The Department of Conservation operates 24 towers and a statewide fire wardens network with trained crews and equipment to prevent future losses.
Henry County REMC began delivering poles for 90 miles of new extension lines announced by Barton Moses, REA utilization director. Expected completion in 60 days, extending north of Knightstown. Among new subscribers are Mr and Mrs Harry Elder who moved from Hartford City to a farm northeast of Knightstown.
Local dirt track race in Columbus Indiana draws largest entry of the season at Bartholomew county fairgrounds. Top entrants include Les Duncan Charley Szekendy Chick Smith and Bobby Mays with a 25 lap feature leading a five-event program starting at 2 30 p m qualification heats begin at 11 00 a m.
The United States Civil Service Commission announces open competitive exams for Statistician and Transportation Economist tracks with salaries from 2 600 to 5 600 dollars. Applications due October 16 east of Colorado and October 19 westward. Positions in Agriculture, Civil Aeronautics Authority, Federal Works Agency, ICC and U S Maritime Commission. Requires 4-year college course and relevant technical experience. Must meet age limits by grade.
Thirty-five Indiana conservation clubs propagate raccoon this year under an agreement with the Division of Fish and Game. The program aims to increase desirable wildlife through artificial propagation and liberation. Last year twenty clubs produced and released raccoons.
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