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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1921
Page
4
An Indian maid, ward of the United States, walked 40 miles from a reservation near Durango to reach John Miller’s ranch. She led a goat as a gift, swam the La Plata River after crossing floodwaters, and the couple married on the Willard Wyatt ranch after their employer secured a license.
While plumbers worked on a gas line at the S. W. Kiser restaurant in Spencerville Ohio they discovered a dark closet corner nest that the mother mouse used as a home. The nest was a ball made of assorted greenbacks from one to ten dollars some bills chewed but three one dollar bills and one five dollar bill remain redeemable.
A Black passenger, identified as Rev. F. E. Clark of Hope Arkansas, is believed to be the man who sprang head first through a coach window of a passenger train traveling about sixty miles per hour. He was found unconscious on the ground but suffered no broken bones.
In Orlando Florida the head of George Bryant severed at the prosecutor's request was admitted as evidence in the murder trial of John R Bryant and his wife. The defendants are charged jointly with murder following Bryant's death.
A man declined marriage, leaving his companion to wonder about heartbreak. He asserts things turned out well, claiming he asked for a raise in pay and received it, putting him ahead in the long run.
In a comic scene Kasper from Stockholm reports a quarrel about a kiss in the hall. The Wife presses the Professor he denies knowledge claiming he was absent minded. The exchange shows a bemused miscommunication.
The Blanks and the Browns emerge as newly rich but remain socially distant. The Blanks earned their wealth in refined sugar while the Browns grew rich in crude oil, creating a clear class distinction and rivalrous tone.
A discreet statesman is praised for oratory by one observer while another questions the vocal habit. The exchange hints at a politician who would rely on covert methods rather than public speech if given the choice.
A dialog fragment shows a loving exchange where a woman reassures, noting her father’s avoidance of debt while the other fears acceptance. The mood is light despite tension over finances and family relations.
Disease enters flocks through decayed or moldy food. Poor feeding areas and dirty troughs in hot weather further spoil soft foods and milk, enabling illness.
The article traces stenography from its early signs in the first century B C through Roman usage. It credits Marcus Tullius Tiro, Cicero’s secretary, with pioneering rapid shorthand and notes Greek and Latin figures using the method in sermons and trials.
The article notes about 160,000 native Spaniards in Cuba who control commerce and finance while many Cubans lack government roles. It describes shifting tensions as Spaniards, loyal to Spanish ideals, retain economic power and the two groups move toward a shared future.
Popular Mechanics describes a compact engine mounted vise attached to cylinder head bolts and concealed under the hood. Two bent pieces of 3/8 inch metal form movable and fixed jaws with holes for studs. a screw and bent handle secure the clamp for minor repairs on the road.
Do not use longer screws to fix worn screws holding brass jackets to the vibrator box. This may damage windings and ruin the vibrator. Instead wrap a metal band around the box and attach it to the dash with a small bolt.
Gasoline costs vary by country from $2 a gallon in France to 75 cents in England. England and France levy heavy auto duties, yet American cars are exported widely. In 1920 US manufacturers produced 44 million autos, a stack over 2,700 miles high. Road rules across states contribute to accidents and traffic confusion.
Emil C. Hertz a Cleveland automobile distributor suggests simple measures to deter theft. Remove the distributor rotor to cut spark and prevent engine start. Install a hidden blind switch in the ignition to stump thieves. Other tips include disconnecting the generator wire and cross wiring spark plugs to misfire. Record vehicle numbers and tires in a memo book for identification.
Goshen New York board of trade has erected large signs on the Otterkill bridge warning that a private cemetery lies across the bridge for reckless drivers. The signs aim to deter accidents after several incidents at the crossing.
The guide explains that left and right sides of a car are defined by the direction the vehicle travels. Do not use positions in front of the car. instead, identify left and right from the car’s frontward orientation.
A fashion correspondent outlines fall events with dark suits and hats. Coats range hip to very long with deep reverses. Skirts stay floor length while waistlines drop about four inches. Sleeves vary from kimono to bishop styles with elaborate cuffs.
The article describes coatees in summer fashion as versatile outdoor wear. It notes how ties can form front lines like bolero, back cape effects, or chic box coats, often paired with contrasting skirts. Examples include serge jacket with crepe de chine skirt and black velvet coatee with a flannel or silk frock.
The vogue for the girdle or belt extends into winter clothing with youthful models showcasing fringe crepe metal and velvet effects. The piece notes slim silhouettes and accessory emphasis as season trends emerge in fashion pages.
An unnamed aunt recounts plotting to ruin a romance in a small Southern village. Elsie Strickland marries Ralph Bonner after obtaining a forged letter, proving the aunt’s manipulation and ultimate social ruin. She asserts moral duty despite the personal cost.
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