Local notices and travel mentions mix with rail and coal concerns
A lengthy column lists visits and guest stays from Michigan City to Chicago and Lafayette, notes on farm supplies, and calls to attend a 4th of July celebration. It reports on Camp Taylor veterans, relatives visiting in Francesville and Meccaryville, medical updates, and local road, power, and railway issues postwar including coal shortages and security arrangements for railroad property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. E. Lytle
Michigan City
L. E. Burson
Frank Fitzpatrick
Camp Taylor
Deering, McCormick
John Deere
Spitler & Lurber
Robert Knight
Lafayette
J. S. van Orman
Florence Gant
Lera McMurray
Evelyn Myers
Nina Myers
Valparaiso University
Evening Fair Events and Races Schedule
Afternoon program lists bicycle race free for all and various foot races with first and second prizes. Automobile barrel race and fat man’s race offer cash prizes. Tug of War East vs West and sack race headline activities followed by Gelax & Co. acrobats and music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sehicatabate
East Side
West Side
Gelax & Co
Outstandings and Dividends in Recent Meeting
The meeting notes that outstanding stock totals about 20 650 dollars as dividends from last year were taken up. Dividends for the past year included seven percent on all stock and two cents per bushel on grain in the sinking fund, with checks totaling 8 823.82 dollars issued to stockholders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sang Fond
Local notes report travel, arrivals, and farming in area
Daily items list residents visiting or moving, including Frank and Mrs Nolan to Lafayette, Moses Tuter from Indianapolis on business, Charley Williams on a crop tour, and G T Morrow moving to town. It notes suffrage ratification in Kansas Ohio and New York and local farm updates such as a twin birth of a mule and horse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Nolan
Lafayette
Moses Tuter
Indianapolis
Will Hubbard
Flint
Michigan
Charley Williams
Hoopeston
Kansas
Ohio
New York
Portland
Jesse Hendrickson
Manteno
Henry Hayes
John Outlaw
Union Township
Vanderburg County
Wage Back Pay Hourly Increase Delayed For Signal Men
Mon day back pay under the 1918 wage raise is being sent to signal men who served eighteen months without back pay. The 68 cent per hour increase applied previously, with checks averaging $500 to $1,000 and a typical $800 payment. Awards are issued as fast as possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gan
League of Nations Campaign Drives Anti Knox Resolution
The League of Nations Campaign announces an eight nation effort across four state branches to defeat Senator Knox’s resolution. Delegates from 15 states met with national and state officials advocating separation of the league covenant from a peace treaty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
United States Senate
The
League
Biforce
Knox
Pennsylvania
Time Extended Soldier Delingeente Ruling Outlined
Treasury officials announce a new rule extending time for a soldier named Delingeente. The decision, described by Sei, permits additional maneuvering space and grants nine four allowances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delingeente
Sei
The
Treasury
Nine 4
Mane Sinpte
Fractured OCR Note Suggests Domestic Struggle and Insanity Claim
Fragmentary text hints at a domestic dispute and a claim of temporary insanity related to a husband and child. Readable phrases reference fear, worry, and a potential real estate matter near As. Further context is unclear from the damaged fragment.
Dam Damage Report Near Tippecanoe River
A flood related dam incident caused about 30 000 in damage near the Tippecanoe River. Local authorities and crews assess the site for further risk and repairs ongoing.
Messenger of Monon Charged in Stove Theft Case
A man from Rens was charged Saturday evening with stealing a stove from the Curtis house last July. The Messenger noted the suspect may be released on $150 bond for future appearance, with chances of return expected to be slim given time elapsed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chapman
William Kahler
George Congram
Cream Demand Shifts in Evening Market Say Morris Jacks
In a brief, promotional note readers are urged to buy cream at any time, with lines promising the best test and quick satisfaction. The quirky ad cites Morris Jacks in Lee, Indiana, and urges neighbors to ask around to convince themselves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morris Jacks
Lee
Fire losses from defective flues and wiring rise in 1918
The fire marshal reports 1918 losses from defective flues and similar causes totaling $1,491,? with 800 fires and $2,108,664 in contents losses. Fatalities numbered 112 and injuries 181. Careless smoking and matches caused 234 fires last year, totaling $69,386 in contents damage. Lightning and defective wiring also contributed to sizable losses.
Richmond Fire Marshal Urges Modern Dept for Prevention
Fire marshal report cites past year losses across Indiana items such as $168 000 from locomotive sparks and $174 000 from spontaneous combustion. Recommends municipal fire departments for prevention and response, stricter building laws, uniform hose couplings, and continued building inspections by E E Miller and staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
E. E. Miller
Department
Indiana
Oiling Streets to Cut Dust and Disease Spread
Advocates urge oiling major streets to reduce dust carried into homes and clothing damage. Proper application preserves roadbeds, prevents dirt and germs from spreading, and is presented as a sound investment despite timing concerns.
Fire Marshal Friedley Calls for Safe Fourth of July Practices
Indiana state fire marshal Friedley urges town and city officials to promote safe and sane Fourth of July celebrations. He emphasizes precautions to prevent fires and injuries and asks for municipal cooperation in enforcing safety rules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friedley
Indiana
Fireworks display rules under municipal supervision
Fire displays may be permitted under city supervision if located at least one thousand feet from any building, while toy balloons and skyrockets are banned. Officials urged to cooperate with state authorities to enforce local anti-fireworks ordinances.
Farm labor outlook for Indiana crops this year
W H Bramfield of Purdue University extension says no extra labor needed for Indiana farms except in the heaviest wheat counties. Reports from county agents indicate labor pooling and returning soldiers being placed on farms as the main solutions to labor shortages across many counties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
W. H. Bramfield
Purdue University Extension
Planes Pass Nearby En Route to Indianapolis
Two of six United States airliners on a recruiting service route were observed flying near a city as they proceeded toward Indianapolis. The incident drew attention from local observers and officials who monitored the flight path and potential implications for air traffic coordination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
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Oklahoma
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Spitter & Sarber
Frank Bechdell
Joseph Gant
Orlie Claus
Rensselaer
John Hayworth
Francesville
Thomas Hawkins
Lizzie Ensly
Shelbyville
Minnie Ensly
L. A. Leach
Lloyd Low
Mecaryville
L. G. Hullinger
Peru
D. W. Brundage
A. C. Mallon
Mallon
Will Webb
Harry Saltwell
Ira Robinson
Gurd Lurber
Sox Dwight
Helen
J. Tweeder
Vivian Judy
Ida Wubbard
Kewanna
Harry Lucas
Chicago
James Kelley
Logansport
Louise Staniger
Josephine DedArmond
Star City
M. H. Rice
F. B. Wiggins
Continental Utilities Company
Fred Kellogg
John Priest
Prigst
Thos
Nickerson
Thievey
Jacob Goble
Ella Crane
G. T. Morrow
Cooperative Elevator Company
Schubert
John Colbo, Jr
Waldville
Sask
Canada
Lesle
Leslie
League of Nations Campaign
Tippecanoe River
Conti
Indianapoli
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