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Newspaper
Greencastle Herald
Location
Greencastle, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1922
Page
2
Local Tickets Named for Indiana Ralston Bidaman and Others
A slate of candidates is announced including United States Senator Samuel M. Ralston for the ticket, Representative in Congress Fifth District Charles H. Bidaman, and several state and county offices. Names listed include Andrew E. Durham for State Senate Joint from Montgomery and Putnam, Willis E. Gill for State House Joint Putnam and Owen, Glenn H. Lyon as Prosecuting Attorney, Walter S. Campbell Clerk, William D. Lovett Auditor, Wilbur G. O. Clodfelter Treasurer, Dave Stewart Wright Recorder, Elijah S. Wallace Sheriff, Jacob E. McCurry Coroner, William P. Koehler Surveyor, Paul F. Priest Assessor, William F. Davis and David J. Skelton Commissioners, with Lake County council candidates William S. Burris, Ora A. Day, and James G. Britton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles H. Bidaman
Montgomery
Putnam
Andrew E. Durham
Owen
Willis E. Gill
Judicial Circuit
Glenn H. Lyon
Walter S. Campbell
William D. Lovett
Wilbur GO. Clodfelter
Dave Stewart Wright
Elijah S. Wallace
Jacob E. McCurry
William P. Koehler
Paul F. Priest
Outdated shirt from village store mocked as old news
Josh heckles a 40 cent shirt bought at the village shop calling it out of date. He notes the newspaper wrapping is two years old and not worth reading, reflecting a casual village complaint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Times
Josh
American Legion
Origin of Pews Traced to Norman Nobles
The origin of pews for worshipers may be traced back to the Norman era. Ordinary church-goers sat on three-legged stools while nobles enjoyed a backrest during devotions.
Typographical Errors In Wedding Party Described As Punk
A New York paper jokes about a wedding where the bride wore white lace and bridesmaids in punk attire. The overall decor allegedly matched the punk theme, with the bridegroom also described as being in a similar condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Paper
Caustic Comment Mirrors Dickens Villains
A caustic Boston Transcript reader notes Dickens provides many villainous characters to compare with people she dislikes, praising the author's sharp characterizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dickens
Boston Transcript
Most Men Do Aboard Flowers And Funeral Processions
A vivid line notes courtship habits where a girl pins a flower on a man and he reacts with quick pride. The quip contrasts decisive movers with those who miss chances and face social fate. The tone hints at gender norms and social rituals in a bygone era.
Missouri Wisdom Quip on Wives and Answers
A brief Mexico Ledger joke notes that when a wife asks with a sharp high voice, a husband knows she already knows the answer without him replying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Woman Attacks Dentist Over Dental Work
A New York woman horsewhipped her dentist after she was unhappy with the treatment he performed. The incident shows a patient unraveling after a dental procedure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Explaining One Problem Jud Tunkins Addresses Modern Dilemma
Jud Tunkins argues modern problems stem from too many cooks and not enough hired girls. The remark reflects the era's social norms and humor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jud Tunkins
A Trying Week The Face of the Earth
Brief humorous item from the New York Herald noting public reactions to smiles provoking reports of an earthquake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Herald
Handy husband outshines handsome man in home life
The Boston Transcript quips that as a husband the handy man excels over the handsome man, joking about practical skills and daily domestic usefulness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boston Transcript
Think Twice Before You Speak Advice
A sage admonishes that careful thought should precede speech guiding a son to pause and reflect while talking. The maxim emphasizes restraint, deliberation, and wisdom in communication for prudent discourse.
Farewell to New York and America by Henry Nevinson
Henry W. Nevinson of England writes a vivid farewell from America after attending a conference in Washington. He contrasts New York’s towers and modern life with an imagined homecoming to an older, disciplined England and a US he sees as noisy, commercial, and rapidly changing, ending by affirming a return to a homeland of language and manners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Europe
Henry W. Nevinson
England
Nevinson
Manchester Guardian
Great Britain
America
New York
Liceman
Snow of Insects in Alps Stuns Geneva Officials
During a heavy Alpine snowstorm thousands of exotic insects resembling spiders caterpillars and large ants fell on the slopes and died. Local naturalists cannot explain the phenomenon but a theory suggests wind carried them from a warmer climate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geneva
Alps
Graveyard Yawn Reveals Ancient Lead Mine Basin
In London a parish graveyard at Middleton has vanished into a large basin after part of the grounds sank away. The site sits atop an ancient lead mine, exposing historic subsurface workings beneath the burial ground.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Middleton
Jud Tunkins on silence and temper explained
Jud Tunkins argues the worst in people shows when silence is kept in happiness rather than in anger. He suggests restraint reveals true character and warns against hidden temper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jud Tunkins
Unmapped Country Within Us Quoted by George Eliot
A brief quotation notes that a vast unmapped inner country within us must be considered to explain our gusts and storms. The line attributes the reflection to George Eliot and presents a psychological metaphor for inner turmoil.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Eliot
First US keep to the right law tied to 1806 Maryland passage
The earliest belief is that the first keep to the right statute in the United States was enacted by the Maryland legislature early in 1806.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Maryland
Sun’s surface shows breakout claims by astronomers
Astronomers report unusual activity on the sun’s surface described as a breakout. The alert notes intense heat features and possible implications for solar behavior, though details remain uncertain.
Notice to Contractors for Paying of Streets in Greencastle
Sealed bids will be received by the Greencastle Common Council Indiana until 7:30 PM on June 27 1922 for the improvement of Northwood Boulevard Greenwood Avenue Highfall Avenue and Highwood Avenue by curbing grading and paving with asphalt concrete emulsified asphalt brick or wooden block per plans on file. Bids must be separated for each street and no bid withdrawal after filing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greencastle
Indiana
Northwood Bulevard
Greenwood Avenue
Highfall Avenue
Highwood Avenue
Northwood Boulevard
Northwood
Common Council
Gwin Ensign
Saig City
Greencastle Bid Notice for Street Improvements 1922
The city of Greencastle Indiana invites bids for four street improvements Northwood Boulevard Highwood Avenue Greenwood Avenue and Highfall Avenue with concrete asphalt brick and wood block options. Bid deposits must be at least 100 or 2.5 percent of estimated cost. Bonds required and five year guarantee. Plans on file with city clerk. May 23 1922.
Spectators Seek Front Row At Indianapolis 500 Crowds
At the Indianapolis Motor Speedway on May 30 crowds press near the track for the International 500. Spectators climb cars barbed fences and jostle through dense crowds to glimpse Europe and America’s top drivers and cars as they race for victory or defeat. A renowned psychologist attends annually to study the crowd rather than the race.
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Ndianapolis
Ind
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Europe
America
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