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Newspaper
Coatesville Herald
Location
Coatesville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1920
Page
2
KT jealously rejects two suitors while a Ford driven by a JJ figure entertains nearby. KT shows disdain for their advances and continues her solitary rides, drawing attention from onlookers and a nearby observer.
Public notice from the Coatesville Indiana post office stating second class mail status and annual rate of $1 with $1.50 outside Indiana, noting that government rule requires subscriptions be prepaid and will be strictly enforced. Foreign advertising representative listed as The American Press Association.
The piece contrasts monarchies with modern states, mocks wartime chaos in the US, and jokes about forgetfulness through drink and tabasco. It notes brides facing changed domestic life and less traditional home baking as mothers no longer make pies and bread as often.
Ohio State Journal notes access to inexpensive books offers pleasure and education. State Superintendent Pearsons, who reads daily, argues school work should spark inquiry into books and connect students with great authors for a lifelong reading habit.
The article critiques using insanity as a defense, noting it often targets unchallenged cases and relies on experts and complex questions. It cites a West case where jurors rejected such expert testimony and warns of future plans to present a known slacker as insane with extensive expert prep.
A reporter muses that if fifty miles below the surface all is molten and gas exists, tapping these sealed vases could yield power for a million years, while noting the paradox that Earth has not exploded despite such immense internal gas.
In New Zealand the prince declined a special train during the strike saying he was one of the people and did not want what others could not have. He is a clever young man and knows his cue.
A brutal crime report notes an ex soldier in France who killed and robbed a Red Cross nurse who cared for him after wounds. The piece emphasizes such acts are exceptional despite humanity’s flaws.
A rhythmic verse urges continuous effort in progress and communication. The lines stress persistence in action and growth through steady, ongoing promotion and speech across successive ideas. The piece emphasizes gradual progress through repeated effort.
The Baltimore American argues American involvement in European affairs should be ignored except for burdensome duties or fundraising for distressed nations. It says America will be asked first for help, but advice may be declined while American dollars are welcome.
After another accident at Coatesville grade crossing the writer urges the Public Service Commission to inspect under daily conditions. Obstruction by five cars on the side track blocked westward view, proving the need for a watchman rather than bells or devices. The crossing had been discussed with the commission in spring.
The state department of education develops programs to cultivate the habit of reading good books among students and teachers. It aims to engage the public and future educators, promising valuable outcomes from increased reading.
Pug Koogle notes money is close while Sim Potters disagrees. Jim Chamberlain returns from Nate Cleaver’s bastile and uses a home peg for coat and hat. Various locals joke about hats, hair restorers, temper, and the cost of living with pointed quips from Sue Murray Pat Breen Dr Tom Kersey and Sam Kingdom.
Property transfers show Jennie F. Marshall to George L Whyte and wife in Danville. Elza Henson to Matthew H Arbuckle includes Brownsburg Lot and 11.58 acres in Lincoln township for 7500 dollars. Carrie G Fletcher to Herman R Fletcher and Stewart E Fletcher covers 120 acres in Liberty township. Ora N Bersut trustee to Matthew H Arbuckle quit claim of 4% acre in Lincoln township for 1 dollar. Matthew H Arbuckle to Elza Henson 33 acres in Lincoln township for 4200 pounds. Edward L Selvage to John E Camp lin 93 acres in Center township for 11500 dollars. Mary E Smith to A Emmett Bly quit claims 10 acres in Guilford township and 30.65 acres in Washington township for 1 dollar. Joel B Garrison to Don O Garrison and wife 30 acres in Clay township.
A series of property transactions records including deeds from Charles L. Demaree to Howard A. Kinneman and wife for a Danville lot at $3,800, Anna Cox to Hardie M. Towell for a Danville lot at $400, and multiple transfers in Union and Brown townships. Other entries note Willis H. Schenck and Leo M. Zerr for Pittsboro property at $1, Eliza A. Arbuckle to Bert E. Arbuckle for Brown township tracts, and 40 acres to Elsa C. Fritsche in Clay township valued at £4,800.50, plus Roy D. Cass deals in Plainfield and Palmfield and Lorenzo D. Johnson transfers in Liberty township.
A freak Prussian egg from Glenwood is described with a prune-like shell and a flat end. A Kansas hospital stomach held sixteen tablespoon handles and 161 wires. A Pittsburgh boy avoided tonsil surgery by camping in a cemetery for four nights. A massive Springfield woman required a special coffin after dying at 40 from dyspepsia. A lightning bolt stripped a man near Mercersburg and burned his foot. In England a blind barber in Rock Ferry resumes shaving former customers. Mrs Jackson runs the hair shop.
The notice lists farm sales in August 1920 with sellers Fred W. Vaughn Otha Meek Opal J. Good Charles Stucker and C. E. Booty. Locations include the old Lee farm five miles west of Stilesville seven miles south of Coatesville eight miles east of Stilesville and six miles southeast of Stilesville.
One ton Ford truck with milk route offered for quick sale. Earning about 870 per week and 8550 total asking price. Contact J. E. Shepherd in Coatesville via phone.
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