Fruit Jars and Visits Highlight Monon News
Local ads note price drops on jars at Hall and Werner's and a barrel of Ginger Snaps for 25 cents. Visitors include Miss Claire Hubbell in Monon, Miss Ruth Hayworth in Lafayette, Cyrus Hubbell and son to Monon, and many others across town.
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Hall and Werner's
Claire Hubbell
Monon
Ruth Hayworth
Lafayette
Cyrus Hubbell and Son
Hall and Werner’s
Pearl Geyer
Hall and Werner
Hazel
Ada Hullinger
H. E. McGannon
Chicago
James Blake
Blue Front Drug Store
J. H. Mallon
Macatawa Park
Mich
Stephen
Ollie Thrasher
Salisbury
Wood Thrasher
Sam Brown
Eli Washburn
Joe Gilsinger
Jake Lowery
Rensselaer
James Lowery
Pulaski
Herman Balka
Fairbury
Ill
Lewis Lidka
Balloon accident claims Henry Moore during ascent
Henry Moore aged 57 was killed at Monon on Tuesday afternoon while assisting in inflating a balloon inside near the furnace. He reportedly did not heed a warning to exit as the balloon began to rise and was caught in the ropes. It swung skyward then struck telephone wires about sixty feet up and dropped him to the ground where death was instantaneous.
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Henry Moore
Monon
John D. Rockefeller
Standard Oil Company
Standard Oil
Rockefeller
Miss Wanda Dale Married in Momence After Grant Township Party
Miss Wanda Dale of Wellington Illinois wed Mr Walter Collins in Momence Illinois after attending a large party hosted by Miss Wagoner in Grant Township. About forty guests were entertained at the event with light refreshments and elaborate floral decor. The bride’s departure for the ceremony followed the social gathering.
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Ida Wagoner
Grant
Township
Wanda Dale
Wellington
Ill
Miss Dale
Momence
Walter Collins
Henry Rowe Killed by Train Near Chicago
Henry Rowe aged 56 a former Pulaski county citizen was killed Sunday near Chicago while working as a crossing watchman for the C C and L and Penn railroad gates. His body was brought to Winamac Tuesday for interment near Pulaski.
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Henry Rowe
Pulaski County
Chicago
Penn
Winamac
Pulaski
Spectators Face A Week of Indiana State Fair Attractions
Visitors at the Indianapolis fair during the September week will find a packed program with concerts by Natiello’s Philadelphia band, vaudeville and parades, a full coliseum schedule, and extensive exhibits. The machinery, poultry, flowers, and fine arts departments are enhanced, promising a richer, longer experience with many departments expanding beyond prior years.
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Indianapolis
Natiello
Philadelphia
Coliseum
Department of Flowers
Girl's Arm Shot Off in Winamac Accident
Nine year old Dea Goodpasture shot her cousin Pearl Goodpasture aged fourteen in a house near Winamac. The children were alone when the boy aimed the loaded gun at Pearl and pulled the trigger. Pearl was left crippled for life though Dea spoke to warn her.
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Winamac
Dea Goodpasture
Pearl Goodpasture
Jackson cocktail rises in Kansas law evasion trend
A Kansas novelty drink named after Attorney General Fred Jackson promises to dodge Prohibition enforcement. It mixes three parts apple cider with one part Jamaica ginger, yielding a brisk, mildly alcoholic punch. Buyers and sellers avoid legal risk, while the cider and ginger provide immediate effect.
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Kansas
Jackson
Fred Jackson
Jamaica
Discover This Store For School Arrangements
Porter the Clothier promotes back to school outfits for children and boys with a sales push. Cock of the Walk Flour offered at 1.50 per bag. Look for rooster symbols on Sack Hall and Werner.
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America
West Indies
Porter
Hall and
Werner
Prohibition Party Marks Fortieth Anniversary in Chicago
The Prohibition party celebrates 40 years on September 24 in Chicago. National vote totals show fluctuations from 1888 to 1908 with 260000 in 1908, 1000 fewer than 1892, reflecting no broad shift from major parties. The article notes no prohibition plank in major platforms and praises the party's persistent organization and loyalty.
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Chicago
Prohibition Party
Law Governing Automobilists in Indiana
Indiana law grants automobilists half the street. Horse drivers must turn right and yield half the road when meeting an autoist or when an auto approaches from behind. Autoists must similarly yield half the roadway. Speed limits: up to 8 mph in dense city areas, up to 15 mph in sparsely settled areas, up to 20 mph on country roads.
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Indiana
Reshorn
Women in Winamac Courthouse Praise for Efficient Staff
In Winamac, a group of women including Miss Maude Sanders and Mrs. Frank Wittmer handle deputy, stenography, clerical, and auditing duties across the courthouse. The article notes their competency and argues against replacing them with men, while also discussing John D. Rockefeller and the rising fortune of Standard Oil, with figures from 1900 through projected 1919.
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Winamac
Maude Sanders
William Sanders
Frank Wittmer
Joseph Stipp
Recorder
Sarah Decker
Frank J. Vurpillat
Auditor’s
Ellis Rees
Cecelia
Court House
Measuring social to be held at Masonic building
The Methodist Ladies Aid Society hosts a measuring social in the Masonic building this Saturday evening. Measuring rates are five feet two cents per foot and over five feet one cent per inch. Refreshments will be served free.
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Methodist Ladies Aid Society
Masonic Building
Evangelical Church Announces Sunday English Services
The church invites all to attend Sunday School at 9 30 A M and evening services at 7 30 P M English services will be held at White Post church Sunday morning at the usual hour with a cordial invitation to all.
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White Post Church
Shoes Ad Promotes School Footwear by Mayer and Werner
An advertising blurb features T. J. Mayer as pastor and Halland Werner promoting school shoes urging buyers to see their line before purchasing.
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Halland Werner
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