Rev Clauser and Family Arrive in Grabill
Rev E F Clauser and family arrived in Grabill last Tuesday evening. They were met at Fort Wayne and driven to Grabill by A Neuenschwander and David Neuenschwander. The family will reside in the Miss Edna Zeimmer property on South Main Street. Neighbors extend a hearty welcome and wish them a speedy settling in. Hay sellers are directed to contact A Neuenschwander & Co or Leo for immediate service and good prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. F. Clauser
Grabill
Ft. Wayne
Amstutz
David Neuenechwander
Allentown
Edna Zeimmer
South Main Street
Clauser
Rev
Midat
A. Neuenschwander & Co
Grabill, Ind
Leo
Mail order buying and army cantonment site choices
The article argues mail order buying does not boost home buying and urges competing on service and merchandise quality. It notes the cantonment site selectors were not prohibitionists, but chose dry areas believing them safer for soldiers.
Wanted and For Sale Notices from Grabill area
Local classified items list in Grabill including lost coat reward, several for sale offerings such as a galvanized water tank and heater a rip saw equipment and lumber gear and a watch for boot repair services. Also includes a notice about Oregon and California Grant Lands with a map and land details.
Local remodeling and clerical shifts in Harlan area
Contractor E. E. Zeis and crew from Harlan are remodeling the former Penstar Store on State Street for a new restaurant. Rev. F. A. Dental becomes the U. B. minister on the Len circuit after appointment at the Butler conference. G. A. Starr visits ill brother in law at Harlan. Esther Gerig from county line assists as lady clerk at The Fair Store during Minnie Abbott’s vacation. Leo Stucky of Ft Wayne and Barbara Riesen of Berne visit Mrs. J. J. Gerig and husband.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. E. Zeis
Harlan
Penstar
State Street
F. A. Dental
U. B
Len
Butler
Esther Gerig
Minnie Abbott
Leo Stucky
Ft. Wayne
Barbara Riesen
Berne
J. J. Gerig
Huntertown Livestock Show and local bank report noted
The Huntertown Live Stock Show runs this week with local attendance. A Grabill State Bank report shows deposits near $225,000, up over $30,000 since the last report, all from small accounts. The Harlan Herald marks its fifth year, with Bro James urging citizen support. An International Harvester field day demonstrated a cultivator and spreader, drawing several observers. Brinsmade Star announced Wm. Dietz will sell livestock and household goods at Brinsmade, N Dak, Sept 29, possibly returning to Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grabill State Bank
Brinsmade
N. Dak.) Star
Wm. Dietz
Old Indiana
Indiana
Soldiers and Sailors Insurance Passes House unanimously
The soldiers and sailors insurance bill, a landmark for war-time social protection, cleared the House Thursday night by 319 to 0. Secretary McAdoo hailed the measure as a just, humane triumph, aligning with the Wilson administration plan and prompting optimism for Senate approval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
House
McAdoo
Wilson
House of Representatives
Senate
America
Dissolved Partnership Ends With Sale of Auto Co Interest
A deal completed last Thursday has Al P Smith selling his stake in Wann and Smith Auto Co to partner W W Wann. Wann will operate the business at the Grabill Motor Sales company garage, while Smith retains the automobile agency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al. P. Smith
Wann & Smith Auto Co
W. W. Wann
Grabill Motor Sales Company
Mr. Smith
Washing Machine Cleans Cream Separator Bow Quickly
A cream separator maker adds a washer to its line that cleans the separator bow in minutes. After use, attach the washer to the separator, turn the crank, and the bow becomes clean, saving effort compared with hand methods.
Gra bill cider mill to operate Tuesdays starting Sept 11
Beginning September 11 the Gra bill cider mill will operate every Tuesday until further notice. Also cider barrels available for sale at 76c and up. D. N. KLOPFENSSEIN, Prop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. N. Klopfenssein
The Knocker Habitually Agin Everything
A local figure known as the Knocker is described as the original crape hanger who never says anything good about anyone. He lives in the next town, according to the writer.
Big Town Dreams and a Poem in a Country Churchyard
A reflection that progress and artistry lie beyond city limits. It notes the enduring value of a landmark poem crafted in a rural churchyard, contrasting urban ambitions with quiet country creativity.
W C T U Meeting At Mrs Benjamin Home
The Grabiti Woman's Christian Temperance meet will be held at the home of Mrs Jessie Benjamin at 2 30 o'clock next Thursday afternoon Oct 4 This is a Mother's meeting with Mrs Myrtle Swift as leader The program includes opening song scripture reading prayers talks leaflets and a piano solo followed by a business session and closing benediction All welcome
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grabiti Woman's Christian Temperance Meet
Jessie Benjamin
Myrtle Swift
Mesdames
Ada Hilty
Lola Klopfenstein
Nettie Gable
Sarah Hartley
Bessie Smith
Anna Egly
For Sale and Local Notes from Grabill Area
One and one half story seven room house with large garage, in good condition, bar gain offered. Al Smith of Grabill is the contact. Local moves include Albert Conrad family relocating near northwest Grabill, J F Hollopeter buying fixtures for a new restaurant in Reanneke Indiana, and Mise Billa Klopfenstein returning from Peoria Illinois. Several residents moved or traveled for work or visits. Health board warns of unsafe conditions in Grabill buildings and sanitary concerns. A Newlander & Co hardware store adds an office in the southwest corner. Frank Powell and wife visited from Sonth Scipio with Michigan relatives report good crops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al. P. Smith, Grabill
Space on the last page sparks business readers’ interest
The note highlights curiosity about the space on the final page of this issue, urging Grabill readers and businesses to examine the content. It signals a built up attention among locals and commercial readers.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Rev. Clauser
Cedar Creek
Springfield Township
Grabitl
W.R McKinley
Spencerville
G. F. Keasier
Fredrick, Grabill
E. C. Martz
Albert Egly
Sarah
Hartier
Oregon
California
Hoop CO
United States
Grant Lands Locating. Co
Portland
G. A. Starr
Mrs. M. Cummins
Huntertown
Harlan Herald
James
International Harvester Co
Luneens
Disearen
Cacia
Soldier and Sailor Insurance
W. C. T. U. Meeting
Albert Conrad
Mra
Lydia Schlatter
J. F. Hollopeter
Reaneke
Ind
Mise Billa Klopfenstein
Peoria
Ill
Misa Lillie Conrad
A. B. Schlatter Sect
Arthur Bettome
David Roth
Ft. Wayans General Electric Works
G. M. Perkine
Dudlow Manufacturing Company
L. A. Gable
Esutemmi
Bierston
Alvert Lantz
Elmer Stucky
Woodburn
Delta
Stucky
Harry Newhouser
Health Board of
A. Newlander & Co
Frank Powell
Sonth Scipio
Michigan
Patterson- Fletcher Company
Fort Wayne
Patterson-Fletcher Company
Wayne and
Harrison
Fort Wayne, Indiana
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