Beau Brummel of Speed World Grows Tired and Worn
Indianapolis readers meet Roscoe Sarles, the Beau Brummel of auto racing, as he endures the 500 mile grind at the speedway. After finishing second last year he emerged tired and haggard, shedding nine pounds and struggling to unclench his hands from the wheel. Victory brings relief but also its own sting.
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Beau Brummel
Speed World
Indianapolis
Ind
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Roscoe Sarles
Sarles
Milton
Tommy
Indiana
Mennonites Exodus to Mexico Sparks Interest and Debate
A Washington bulletin notes about 1,500 Mennonites are leaving Manitoba and Saskatchewan for Durango Mexico with goods and cash worth around 15 million dollars. The migration stems from compulsory education rules and religious separation from science, while Mennonites historically migrated from Holland to Germany to Moravia and Russia. The article outlines groups like Hutterians Amish Wissar and Defenseless, their non participation in oaths, and the Bruedertof as the strictest communal branch.
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Washington
Russia
Canada
Mexico
Eople
Hunan
Bonhomme County
South Dakota
Lancaster County
Pennsylvania
Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Durango
William Penn
Germantown
Lancaster
Berks and
Bucks Counties
Ohio
Indiana
Illinois
Birds in the Dark and Nesting Habits Reported
The American Forestry Magazine notes birds rear their nestlings in the dark. It cites species like sand martins and kingfishers that dig burrows in banks and lay eggs toward the far end, a well known behavior observed in nature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siys
American Forestry Magazine
Woman Known for Wise Ears and Wordy Tongue
A town tale describes a woman famed for listening and watching keenly and then speaking all she learned. Her gift of hearing and sight paired with a ready tongue shapes a lively local legend.
Grand Finale Car Woes Explained by Professor
Musical professor explains why his new car was towed in as the engine made staccato reports and changing keys before four flats and a grand pause. The quirky analogy mirrors a Science and Invention style note on mechanical failure.
Nile Dams Permit Control of Nile Water Flow
British engineers have developed projects to regulate Nile water within a few feet. The system aims to prevent floods and ensure sufficient water, eliminating shortages and the worst outcomes of uneven flow along the river.
Waterproof Soles Extend Life of Walking Shoes
Dip shoe soles in melted wax every three to four weeks to double their life and make them waterproof. A small amount of wax covers a dozen pairs, offering a cheap maintenance tip.
Commissioner Sale Real Estate in Putnam County Indiana
The Putnam Circuit Court ordered a commissioner sale of real estate in Putnam County Indiana. On Monday June 12 1922 at 10 am the commissioner will offer at public auction the part of the west half of the southwest quarter of Section for not less than two thirds of the appraised value.
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Putnam Circuit Court
Putnam County
Indiana
Lida” Raines
Allie Ruark
County of
Putnam
State of
Towit
Detailed land descriptions and road bid notices in Putnam County
Legal notice with property boundaries in Township 14 North Range 3 West, including portions of Sections 7, 8 and the northwest quarter. Terms of sale and parcel sizes given. Also a call for sealed bids by Putnam County Board of Commissioners for gravel and macadam road improvements in Jackson and Franklin Townships, with bond, labor compliance, and payment conditions.
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Terre Haute, Indianapolis & Eastern Traction Company
Board of Commissioners
Putnam County
Indiana
Court House
Greencastle
Jackson Township
George A. McCloud
Franklin Township
Hugh H. Pearcy
Industrial Board of Indiana
General Assembly of the
State of
Real estate sale in Marion Township Putnam County Indiana
Notice of foreclosure sale on mortgaged property located about two miles west of Fillmore and four miles northeast of Greencastle, Marion Township, Putnam County. Sale subject to Putnam Circuit Court approval with interest, attorney fees, and a twelve month payoff option for the purchaser. Commission and attorneys listed. May 18-25 June 1-Bills.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Township
Putnam County
Indiana
Fillmore
Greencastle
Terre Haute, Indianapolis & Eastern Traction Railroad
Putnam Circuit Court
William M. Sutherlin Commission
F. S. Hamilton
James & Agee, Attys
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Roscoe
H. Askew
D. Co. Palmer Chiropractor
East Washington Street
Standard Oil Company
Michigan Ave
Chicago
Tillie
Bruedertof
Jacob Huter
James River
Dapta
Ruswad
C. A. Carver
D. J. Skelton
R. R Buis
R. E. Knoll
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