Local News Notes of Monticello and Surrounding Towns
Local items record visits and movements of residents including Mrs William Bryant, John Reeder senior, and Ola Shumaker. Many trips to Monticello, Loganyport, Lafayette, and other towns are noted along with family events and upcoming dental and medical appointments. A regional train service update, banker meeting in Hammond, and a Red Cross themed literary club program are included.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Tyler
James Ricks
Loganyport
Kokoma
Ola Shumaker
Lafayette
Dale Engle
Fort Harrison
CEOSU
John Bechdell
Jed Reeder
Monticello
East Vhur-das
H. A. Ames
Monon
Wolcott
George Eldridge
Mary
Ivan Haven
Florida
M. P. Hill
Wilbur Stigheman
Evanston
Ilinois
Ruth Earhbart
Faward Morand Couch
Jess Hendrickson
Mantens
H. D. Hayes
S. W. Kahler
William Kahler
Caroline Gudetman
Clara Kahler
Cissna Park
Clingis
Carl F. Margenthaler
Rockport
Eeg. Jones
Francesville
Ife
Joseph Lyman
John Groves
William Burton
Champaign
Frank Gardner
Albert Shirtz
FE. Ho Byrd
Fred Reeder
Orie Haymond
G. M. Haring
Russell Byrd
Helen Shirtz
Culver
Pred Eggert
Thomas Saltwell
Chillicothe
Ohio
Indianapolis
Chicago
Ray Sudgens
Gladys Hudgens
Ada Hullinger
Dorix Petra
Myrtle Hudgens
Jo i. Teesley
H. W. Foster
State Bank
Hammond
Bertha Hayworth
J. W. Whitaker
Lawrence Poundstone
Solo
Whitaker
Charles Judy
Elmer Reish
Harry J. Myers
M P. Hill
H. A. Myers
Hannah Byers
Mary Hubbard
Alice Hill
Orla Claus
Rensselaer
F. L. Whitaker
Only
Illinois
Mary Eldridge
Lynn Haven
Loyalty in War Time vs Peace Time
A wartime loyalty demands active sacrifice beyond mere compliance. Citizens should save money, buy War Savings Stamps, and limit consumption to free labor and materials for war production, supporting government efforts and strengthening national resolve.
Rensselaer Cancels July Fourth Celebration Plan
At a county council of defense meeting the July 4 patriotic celebration was unanimously called off to keep farmers in fields during harvest. Thanks were given to St Joseph college for offering grounds, and local press noted industrial progress with an International Harvester oats shocker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Council of Defense
Rensselaer
St Joseph College
Jasper County Democrat
Former Rensselaer Pastor Describes Firing Line Experience
Rev. George W. Titus former Rensselaer pastor and Y M C A war secretary in France recalls his first night in the trenches. He details fear the shelling and his resolve to join the fight and notes the Allies’ hope for victory over Kaiser Bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sullivan
George W. Titus
Sullivan Christian Church
First Christian Church
Renssélaer
France
Mr. Titus
Indiana
Spalpeen
Berlin
Kaiser Bill
Ales
Tall Timbers
America
Wheat price rise planned to offset freight hike
A United States Food Administration notice says freight rate increases on June 24 will require a few cent rise in wheat prices at major Mississippi valley and Eastern terminals. The plan aims to compensate farmers for higher transport costs while preserving their purchasing position as of before the rate change.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Food Administration
Harry E. Barnard
Indiana
Herbert C. Hoover
National Food Administrator
Mississippi Valley
Farm in Illinois Seized as Alien Property
A farm near Minoak Illinois valued at seventy five thousand dollars was seized by the government as alien property. It was left to Mrs. Leo Von Veitinghoff daughter of the late E C Hegler of La Salle who married a German chemist and chose to stay in Germany. Florence cooker advertised by Spitler and Surber's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minoak
Ill
Leo von Veitinghoff
E. C. Hegler
la Salle
Germany
Fourth of July Celebration Tonight in Francesville Ind
Evening program set for 8:00 p m with music invocation and benediction. Speakers include Mrs T J Moll of Indianapolis and Mr Phillip Zoercher of Indianapolis. The town marks the 142nd anniversary of the nation as civilians urged to support victory and patriotism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. J. Moll
Indianapolis
Phillip Zoercher
Oil Administrator Urges Unity In War Production Drive
A wartime speech urges the oil industry to act as a unit, produce vitally needed materials, and support Liberty Bonds and war funds. The speaker ties oil output to national victory and stresses cooperation and fairness to back soldiers returning home. It cites hunger in Central Powers as context for production urgency and references a Department of Labor food survey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banker Hill
Belgium
Roumania
Serbia
Armenia
France
Lexington
Santiago
Fingl
Turkey
Germany
Austria
Bulgaria
Hungary
Department of Labor
Red Cross Benefit Dance at Scott Residence
A platform dance to benefit the Red Cross will be held Saturday night June 29 at the residence of Orlando Scott two miles east and one mile north of Francerville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orlando Scott
Francerville
Red Cross
Notice to settle debts for Dr. R. J. Ives
A notice from Dr. R. J. Ives urges all creditors tocall and settle amounts owed. Accounts not paid or arranged by July 1 will be referred to an attorney for collection.
War Savings Stamp Sales Not To Be Solicited
Indiana notices warn county chairs that no soliciting will occur during the War Savings Stamp drive while pledges are to be reported and government quotas are set. Officials emphasize duty and unity, urging residents to ensure individuals aged 18 to 31 fulfill obligations and to report purchases to local chairmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Go Do Olver
Ncesssary Torey Tegpaya
Enbner
Fea
Plecdee
Jean Ale
Jou
Indiana
Frank Bf
Tiering
Pulaski County
Corn Frost Advice For Farmers After Saturday Night Freeze
Farmers are urged not to panic after a freeze on corn. Some crops may recover with new growth, while low ground areas may need replanting. Consider sowing beans, early corn, navy beans, buckwheat, or sorghum as interim crops. Buckwheat offers a profitable six to eight week harvest.
Assistant State Geologist Conducts Local Oil Field Inspection
Bloyd Wright chief assistant geologist of Indianapolis visited last Friday to inspect the oil and gas field for the Northern Indiana Oil and Gas Syndicate. His report will be published in this paper within the next two weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloyd Wright
Indianapolis
Indiana
Oi and Gas Syndicate
Wright
Agricultural Club Organized in Salem Township
A Salem Township agricultural club was formed last Thursday in the Prairie area. A constitution and by-laws were adopted and Sam Haring was elected president with Clarence Stone as vice president and Grant Evernham as secretary. Meetings are held on the third Thursday each month. next gathering is July 18. Visitors Miss Geraldine Recep and Miss Thyra Prevo stay with Miss Zora Tillet in Francesville until Friday, and Miss Emmet Brown plans to return Friday after visiting Francesville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Praire
Salem Township
Sam Haring
Clarence Stone
Grant Evernham
Geraldine Recep
Thyra Prevo
Zora Tillet
Francesville
Emmet Brown
Miss Tillet
Medoryville Journal
Thrashers and Farmers Thrashiness Committee Notes
Details from a Thrashers and Farmers meeting chaired by Leo Mathews outline price policies and procedures. The Thrashiness Committee, including RloGL Stoner and G. W. Galbreth, discusses grain handling and waste reduction while urging proper bundling and machine use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Os Bane
Billy Wie
Maielles Talline
Bavners
Bney
Leo Mathews
Rlogl Stoner
Geg W. Galbreth
Francesville Welcomes Vulcanizing Works Plant
C. A. Nelson has arranged with Anderson Storm Vulcanizing of Indianapolis to install a plant in Francesville. The new facility will provide local tire repair, reducing delays and transport costs for motorists. Nelson works at the factory to learn vulcanizing details and will return ready to operate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. AL Nelson
Anderson Storm Vulcanizing Company
Indianapolis
Francesville
Mr. Nelson
Also Mentioned on This Page
William Bryant
Manon
John Reeder, Sr
Monticelo
Charlies Severns
J OF
Willett
Oscar Boulden
Montcello
Thenry Paveden
Cass County
Colbo
Mravolt Ro Hayworth
Albert Swing
Fairbury
Wlingis
David Timmons
Charles Timmons
B. Reprogie
Michigan City
Con Coey
Jess Myers and Sons
Elsie Hancock
Fairbanks Morse
Spitler and Surber
International Harvester Co
John Pothuissie
Benton County
Benton County Review
White County
Fred Markin
Alice Potts
T. M. Hansford
Elsie
Anderson
Rensselaer Republican
Dd J. Randle
Oklahoma
Texas
Randle
John Randle
Sayre
Okla
Wlinois
Florence
Spitler and
Surber’s
Ind
Weiee
United States
R. J. Ives
Palashi Co
W.S. Daniels
Knox
Spitler and Lurber
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