Maple Hill Notes Report Fires and Local Visits
Bro Cline visits Long Branch on January 26 27 1900s. Harley Head’s house and smoke house burned with Mrs Head and child nearby. firemen saved little from the dwelling. Neighbors cut wood for Andrew Johnson family. John Johnson has scarlet fever and rheumatism. Columbus Wells shows slow improvement. Head family moved to Arthur Ragle’s house. roads cleared for huckster Jesse Ellis’s route. several families hosted and tradesmen moved about town.
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Bro
Cline
Long Branch
Harley Head
Mrs. Head
Clark Millar
Easton Dickey
Grover Gardner
Mrs. Gardner
John Boswell
Andrew Johnson
Mr. Johnson
Mrs. Johnson
Columbus Wells
Mr. Head
Arthur Ragle
Jesse Ellis
John Gardner
Easton Dickey’s
Allen Bain
Fillmore
Carey Dillinger
Greencastle
Robert Irwin
Brunerstown
Charley Skelton
Mr. Ellis
Notice to water consumers in Greencastle
All water bill payers who have not settled are urged to call and pay by the 25th to avoid delinquent accounts and possible service shutoff. The Greencastle Water Works Co. St dly-22-23-24.
Knitting for Soldiers Sparks Household Debate
In a Chicago News piece, Lucy works on a green muffler while her father complains about women's knitting bags and sock shapes. He later praises her work, jokes about soldiers, and finally donates to the Red Cross, funny asides about gender roles in wartime knitting.
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Lucy
Father
Jones
Doctor Williams
Red Cross
Chicago News
Various World Notes From A Thousand Sources
Sweden houses about 1 200 000 sheep owned by some 30 000 people. A toaster for gas stoves includes an egg boiling recess. Cinnamon mixed in food may prevent measles, says a British physician. A talc deposit near inexhaustible in Transvaal is reported. Artificial gold fish coloring uses chemicals in Sicily. European streetcar lines keep tracks clean with a car powered vacuum system.
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Sweden
Transvaal
Sicily
Europe
Ladies First Prompt Sparks Amused Response
A Cleveland Leader item notes a mother planning to train her two children after she returns home. The youngest, a bright boy, replies with wit, telling his mother to start with the sister first since ladies come first.
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Cleveland
True Genius and The Office Saloon Teasing Copyright Claims
A Wall Street Journal remark praises an uptown saloon keeper calling his place The Office for shielding patrons from deceit. The piece notes its function as a rendezvous for men to claim detainment while communicating with spouses via phone.
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Wall Street Journal
Roman Sandal Design and Historical Footwear
The ancient Greek and Roman sandal relied on a sole held by foot thongs tied around the ankle and differed from a modern shoe. The true shoe emerged much later than classical times.
Dreamy girl vows love over money in witty exchange
The girl declares she intends to marry for love while a friend says men with money are hard to please. The playful dialogue contrasts romance with wealth and wisdom.
Daily Thought from Plautus on true friendship
A quotation notes that words fail to console a despondent person and true friends act with deeds when deeds are needed, emphasizing action over talk in friendship.
Sensible Procedure Guide Encourages Cautious Approach
The text urges asking a few questions when unsure about proper methods rather than relying solely on rough experience. It emphasizes cautious, deliberate learning before attempting tasks.
Woman’s Union Card Eligibility Question
A reader asks if a woman can gain a Garment Workers’ union card by handling her husband’s pants during work. The query raises policy and eligibility concerns about union membership based on spousal association and work tasks.
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Garment Workers’ Union
X. G
Poor Madge and Her Divorce Alimony Woes
A quip notes Madge’s failed marriage and lack of alimony after divorce, highlighting the social sting of unsettled settlements and economic hardship for the divorced woman in a sharp, era-tinged joke.
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Madge
Well What Was it Speaking of Fame Molly Pitchers Husband
Molly Pitchers husband is referenced in a Boston Transcript piece asking about the famous figure's spouse. The article notes curiosity over the name and historical details surrounding the legend.
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Molly Pitcher
Boston Transcript
Friendship and Enmity in a Cautionary Thought
A compact aphorism warns that true friends elude those who fear making enemies. An optimistic note adds that obedience to superiors can seem to guide or constrain subordinates.
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Haziitt
After Six Years A Kidney Cure Testimony
George W. Wood of Greencastle recalls years of kidney trouble relived by Doan’s Kidney Pills. The farmer, cure confirmed six years later, urges others to use the same remedy sold by Jones Stevens Co. for 60 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo New York.
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Greencastle
George W. Wood
Farmer
Dean
Jones, Stevens and Co
Wood
Doan
Mr. Wood
Foster-Milburn Co. Mfegrs
Buffalo
N. Y
Clinton Township 1917 receipts and expenditures report
Statement by Joseph F. Newgent trustee itemizes 1917 expenditures for Clinton Township schools including teaching salaries for Flora Vandament Hazel Sigler Vernan Lewis Lillie Hinkle Ellen Thompson and others along with janitor and transportation costs building repairs supplies and Institute attendance. Receipts from banks and interest show a final total balance of 2417.58 with outstanding warrants 0.66 and 140.25 listed.
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Joseph FE. Newgent
Flora E. Vandament
Hazel K. Sigler
Vernan Lewis
Lillie Hinkle
Ellen Thompson
Mabel Kendall
W. B. Vestal
P. M. Stamps
C. C. Hurst
Grafton J. Longden
Shep
Harrison Jones
George Burk
Fred Frank
Geo. Ee Frank
A. BrHanna
Grafton Longden
Claud Frank
M. R. Thomas
Wilbert Pearson
Glenn Clodfelter
J. S. Clodfelter
Transportation
Frank Call
James Pierce
Allen-Loyd Co
Clay Magill
Flora Vandament
Institute
Verna Lewis
J. M. Allen
Glen Clodfelter
John E. Burk
K. Huches
Charles Arnold
Delia. R. Phillips
Pauline Detrick
J. H. Newgent
C. M. Mason
Delia R. Philips
Char Hart
Leslie Frank
R. M. Cox
Newton Wells
Laura Holland
Hazel Sigler
Wilbert Pierson
James Chaney
Oscar Obenchain
Margarite McCabe
Margurite McCabe
B. F. Cricks
O. M. Woodworth
Sam Barnet
C. J. Mason
Marshal and
O’hair
Sayers & Hamilton
Lee Wood
Abner Sigler
John Obenchain
Standard Oil Co
Co. K. Hughes
Citizens National Bank
Allen-Lloyd Lbr
Columber
Bernadine Davis
J. W. Hennon
O. G. Swaim
C. C. Donehas
Claud Smith
D. L. Norman
Kiger & Co
Chas. Goddard
William Wiley
Wm. Lane
Ott Burk
Charles Cassidy
C. C. Douglas
American Seating Co
John McCabe
Smith
Remster
Hornbrook
Legal Service
Dunlavy & Stoops Drug
Ralph E. Knoll
Farmers State Bank
Indianapolis Commercial
Sentinel Printing Co
J. A. Woodall
Margarite Hazelett
Russ Lee
S. A. Summer
Sam Parson
Delia Phillips
Bethena Vandament
Lee Hathaway
Leo Terry
Geo. E. Frank
Charles E. Newgent
Haden Wood
Marshal & O‘hair
Bicknell Hardware Co
John Cook and,Sons Hardware Co
Joe M. Allen
Scott & Kennedy
Central Scientific Co
W. M. Sutherlin
Co. C
P. Alexander
Lewis Newegent
Central National Bank
J M. Allen
The
Farmer's State Bank
Ohio Farmers Insurance Co
Sam Loyd
Jesse Sears
Madison Township
J. F. Wilds and Co
Joe. M. Allen
Kakapo Snare Murderous Maori Hunting Tactics Exposed
The article describes a Maori hunting method to trap kakapo parrots using screaming call birds, flax perches, and nooses in a hut. Hunters lure flocks, draw perches into the hut, and capture parrots one by one before killing them, amid chaotic cries and excitement.
Undying Resentment Told By Childhood Witness
In a reminiscence H. H. Harsh recalls a harsh employer who paid him with empty promises and forced labor. He describes the man’s cruel remark when Harsh cried, expressing a lasting bitterness from that early hardship. Harsh hopes the man faces consequence if alive.
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H. H
Pigs Is Pigs Dialogue Sparks Mother Son Quip
A mother scolds John for noisy broth consumption and compares him to a pig. John replies with a clever retort asking if piglets’ mothers talk to them the same way. TheExchange showcases a humorous parental rebuke and child’s witty comeback.
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John
Discouraging view on medical guidance during the pandemonium
The writer condemns ignored medical advice and notes disappointment that adult women are not walking on all fours as a result of the campaign for the ill of the flesh.
Editor Accepts Cordwood for Subscriptions
A country editor confirms he will take cordwood as payment for subscriptions if it avoids the lengthy task of collecting bills. The exchange reveals the practical barter approach used to settle accounts.
Marcus Aurelius On Calamity And Power Of Thought
A fragment from Marcus Aurelius asserts that perception shapes harm. He claims personal control over deeming events as calamities, thus preserving resilience by choosing the interpretation of adversity.
Township Trustees Schedule Notices
Floyd Township Edgar J. Wilson Trustee will be at home in Floyd Marion Township Emerson E Ruark Trustee will be at home in Fillmore on Tuesdays and Fridays to transact township business Harry Talbott Trustee will be at his office over Rickett's Jewelry Store in Greencastle each weekday to conduct Greencastle township business every Wednesday to transact the business of his office
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Monroe Township
E. R .Denny
Bainbridge
Cloverdale
H. C. Morrison
Louis Morrison’s
Clinton Township
Joseph E. Newgent
Washington Township
J. O. Mullinix
Reelsville
Floyd Township
Edgar J. Wilson
Floyd Marion Township
Emerson E. Ruark
Fillmore
Marion Township
Harry Talbott
Rickett’s Jewelry
Greencastle
Greencastownship
Interurban Time Table for Terre Haute to Indianapolis Line
Time schedule effective February 1 1917 for Interurban Time Table of Terre Haute Indianapolis and Eastern Traction Co. lists bound morning and east bound trains with stop at Greencastle Highlandesx and limited trains with multiple departure and arrival times throughout the day.
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Terre Haute
Indianapolis & Eastern Traction Co
Greencastle
Highlandesx
SEREDE to CHICAGO INDIANAPOLIS LOUISVILLE RAILWAY TIMES
Arrival and departure times for north and south bound trains on the Chicago and Northwest Louisville line. Notices show daily service with Pullman sleepers on night trains and parlor and dining cars on day trains. For full time cards and fares contact ELIS, Agent.
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Chicago
Lafayette
Accom
Louisville & Fr
French Lick
Pullman
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Cascara
Maple Hill
Greencastle Water Works Co
Thomas
Hepledges
O.c.dobbs
Washington St
W. W. Tucker
Vine Street
Washington and
Walnut Streets
Ind
0. F. Overstreet
Bence Building
South Vine Street
Greencastle, Ind
W. M. M’gaughey
Evan’s Block
Jackson Street
Bloomington
Seminary Streets
Ireen
E. A. Browning
Brazil
J. H. McKenzie & CO
Marcus Aurelius
Greencastle Township
Thize Linas
Interurban
P. M
Seredeto
Indianapolis
Louisville Railway
Chicago and the Northwest
Louisville
French Lick Springs
ELIS
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