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Newspaper
Darlington Herald
Location
Darlington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1921
Page
10
The shop advertises semi collapsible steel frame doll go carts with leatherette bodies and pushing handles, ball bearing scooters, tracked toy trains with complete track, self steering sleds, airguns, ABC books, and large dolls. Prices range from 15 cents to 2.75 dollars, highlighting value and festive gifts for children.
The wooden coaster wagon is advertised as one of the strongest for active boys. Its hardwood bodies and improved running gears promise durability for play or work. Available priced at $5, $6, and $7.
Our stock offers writing paper in various styles and tints with a special price on one popular item. A complete high grade manicure set in a neat case sells for 4.00. Housewives can replenish towels in sizes and kinds with prices starting at 0.50.
An old ad promotes genuine leather hand bags with coin purse and mirror accessories. It also touts dressy hosiery for men and women, highlighting early selections and attractive prices as ideal Christmas gifts.
A brief note describes an inexpensive toy costing 75 cents that provides lasting amusement for children with both attractive appearance and movement.
A low priced and big value toy features an upper tank that fills, transfers sand to a lower tank, dumps, and repeats the operation. Priced at $1.00, it offers straightforward play for children.
A popular infant rocker built with care for strength and neat appearance. It offers a secure strap to hold the baby as it rocks, providing keen enjoyment at a price of $1.50.
A dressy slipper crafted in quality felt with flexible soles offered as a charming gift for women. Priced at $1.65.
A sturdy rapid transit vehicle crafted from Western pine with hardwood wheels and a four inch steel axle housed in wood. Painted bright yellow and red wheels, priced at $1.65, pitched as a Christmas surprise.
Mrs Elizabeth Wilfong aged 81 years 6 months widow of David Wilfong died December 8 1921 at her Bono home and was buried December 11 at Talbots cemetery. She was daughter of William and Roxanna Russell north of Saltillo and married in 1861, leaving six children two of whom died in infancy and two when nearly grown. Surviving brothers are John L Russell west of Saltillo and Elijah H Russell of Darlington.
Darlington tops county towns in the Christmas seal sale for tuberculosis relief with strong reports from all headquarters. About 85 percent of funds raised will be spent locally, as Crawfordsville is not included in regional tallies.
Arthur Kelly is home from Purdue University for the Christmas vacation, reuniting with family after term end. He will spend the holidays at his residence and plan to resume studies in the new year.
Mrs. Ernest Sprong and grandchildren Dorothy and Hileen Campbell visited relatives Edwin Curry and 4.B. Hamilton from south of Thorntown during Saturday and Sunday. Mr. Ernest Sprong and daughter Edna Campbell spent Sunday there.
Mrs Aniel Booher travels to Kokomo today and Mr Booher plans to join Saturday for Christmas with Mrs Booher's mother Mrs Broadrick. DePauw student Paul McNary will return tomorrow to spend holidays with Rev and Mrs J B McNary. Lewis Pickett at WBash College spends weekend with parents A H and Mrs Pickett north of town. Mrs Lou Benefield of Frankfort visits sister Mrs John Kersey last weekend. Miss Marie Tinsley of Crawfordsville guests of Mr and Mrs R B Cox last week. Vivian Caldwell arrives Saturday from Kokomo to spend Christmas with Mr and Mrs J F Caldwell. Clark Tribbett returns home from ten days in Decatur Illinois. Is your subscription paid.
Justice Edward Brewer unites Floyd Wray Boyland of Linden and Martha Boots of Darlington at his Crawfordsville marriage parlor on Saturday at 3 pm. The groom, a farmer, is son of Ora Boyland. bride is daughter of Mrs. George Boots. They plan to live on a Linden-area farm after a short wedding trip. Mrs. Boyland taught at Marshall last year.
The annual meeting was held Tuesday night. C W Clouser was elected president James Clouser treasurer Elwood Woody secretary Fred Clouser manager and directors named were J E Dykes David Ghere Ray Anderson Fred Lewis Bert Larsh and M F Hulvey.
At a Pansy Lodge No. 576 gathering on Wednesday evening, officers were elected including Ica Miller as N G, Ssephene Alston as W G, W F Shumaker as Secretary, and Molly Beacham as Treasurer. Birthdays for Mrs. Allen, Frank Shumaker, and Anna Guntle were celebrated as a good crowd attended.
Mr and Mrs J F Caldwell hosted guests including Mr and Mrs Willard Anderson Mr and Mrs Ezra Engle and daughter Pauline at dinner Sunday Monday evening Rev and Mrs G R VanZant were supper guests with the Caldwells.
Local chatter previews a busy period with fast paced basketball. The Em-Rees are slated to play next month while organizers pursue a game against Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce team, signaling strong local hoops interest.
The Darlington 1 Bearcats defeated Ladoga Independents 39 to 18 last night at the slum. A small crowd watched the game as Darlington displayed clear control throughout the match.
Mr and Mrs Earl Butler entertained their card club Tuesday evening with a covered dish dinner.
Miss Evel and Andon arrive to spend Christmas with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. [redacted]. The family gatherings promise holiday cheer as relatives join in seasonal activities.
New subscribers join the Herald list including Rita C. Miller linked to Hebbard School in Tarrytown New York Mrs Arthur Allen of Rivera California Mack Finningam in Columbus Ohio Mrs E E Benson of Tulsa Oklahoma and Mrs Mary F Hulett of Warren Indiana Three gifts come from Darlington friends in recognition of longtime town ties Also notes visits and homecomings including Mr and Mrs C W Pritchard and others with various relatives and Christmas farewells
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