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Newspaper
Franklin
Location
Franklin, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 29, 1916
Page
3
A snapshot of a school scene shows students quoting love ballads and odd remarks. A senior complains about a photo resembling a baboon while Mr Foxworthy and Prof Roberta respond with witty retorts.
The text explains the federal system now known as the United States Employment Service. It notes free offices at industrial centers, mail and personal application options, and post offices as depositories for help forms. Chicago’s office is highlighted for its Teachers and Professional service division and efforts to improve schools. It invites employers and workers nationwide to contact the Indianapolis office with full tasE details, with no fee charged. Farmers can access farm help through these offices. The piece closes with a humorous exchange about Harper’s Weekly and a local anecdote.
The report lists pneumonia with 160 deaths and scarlet fever 410 cases, diphtheria 617 cases, measles 252, and infantile paralysis 57, with deaths attached. It notes 4,744 births last month, a rate of 195 per 1000, highest in Lake county 36.4 and lowest in Warrick 7.3.
Merchants warn of an unusually heavy Christmas rush with stores crowded for two weeks before the holiday. Early shopping is advised to secure best selections as merchants report stocking at peak levels and prices not expected to drop.
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