Island exile and Iceland volcanic lore in turbulent reader pieces
A mixed, fragmented column-weighing text discusses wealth duty and public service, protests by Englishmen seeking a new colony while references to Robert Louis Stevenson and Christian Science Monitor appear. It also notes a geological map of Iceland, Thoreddsen, and the Katla volcano with floods and ice flows threatening travel.
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England
South Seas
Marquesas
Robert Louis Stevenson
Pew
Sass Christian Science Monitor
Iceland
Dretap Thoreddsen
Katha
Weelray
Eatla
Heiress Marries Policeman Stirring New York Society
New York society is stirred by the marriage of an heiress to a policeman. The Baltimore American says a good policeman serves society better than a privileged heir and that the heiress is getting a fair deal.
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New York
Baltmore American
World Distance Record Set By Telephone Call
A 4.88 mile wireless call reportedly establishes a world distance record. A man calls his wife to say transportation delays prevent him from returning home that evening.
Average man carries more cash for lunches today
The text asserts that the average man now carries ten to fifteen dollars daily because lunch prices rose from about 30 cents in earlier years. It implies the need for more cash on hand to cover daily meals.
Hidden hermits in the Himalayas and a mixed global mood
A collection of odd notes recounts long lived hermits in the Himalayas and a fading American cocktail culture in London. It notes a Philadelphia boy crime claim and a divorce denial over a forgotten wedding date, then warns of a harsh Russian winter and looming famine alongside talk of a veiled Soviet millennium.
Indian widows and girls face bleak prospects
The remark asserts there are over 25 million widows in India, arguing that this fact limits opportunities for Indian girls and signals a pervasive social disadvantage across the country.
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India
Safety Razor appeal sparks confidence and preference
A marketing line asserts choosing a safety razor will please him, eliminate mistakes, and invites buyers to view and hear explanations of the product’s appeal and mirth.
Magi Visit Jesus and Present Gifts of Gold
Wise men enter Mary’s home in Bethlehem and worship the child Jesus. They open their treasures and offer gifts of gold frankincense and myrrh, recognizing him as king and savior.
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Dr. Tames
Breemsal
Apythia
Fortier
Coe House
Mary
J Gienger and Co Refiable Stee for Farmers
J Gienger and Co promote farm machinery and tools for tractors, with Wallis men and three teams. They claim to offer one third more bushels of corn wheat or oats through their equipment and services.
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J. Gienger & Co
Wallis
Residents and visitors noted during the holidays
Mr Roscoe Armstrong spends the holidays in Anderson Indiana. Mr Lee Lewman of Oklahoma visits his mother Mrs N L Lewman. Mr Perry Murphy arrives from Phoenix Arizona to visit his mother Mrs Bertha Nickles. He and his sister Mrs JR M Crocker of Lexington Kentucky arrived the same day. Mr Cronker will arrive Christmas morning.
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Perry Murphy
Phoenix
Arizona
Bertha Nickles
JR. M. Crocker
Lexington
Mr. Cronker
Appellate Court Reverses Local Ruling in Mortgage Suit
Indiana Appellate Court reverses Clark Circuit ruling in a mortgage and property ownership dispute involving Columba Township, Columba and the Bors National Bank of Louisville, Fletcher Savings and Trust Company, and others. The decision concerns joining the bank as a party defendant and the properhip of lienholders in a contest over property ownership.
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Appellate Court of
Indiana
Clark Gaivedit Court
Bideditv
Columba Tros! Conuaviy
Bors! National Bank
Louisville
MOA
Sweenes Shipyard and
Pounty Company
Clark Circuit Court
Fletcher Savings and Trust Company
First National
Fedelity
Annelate
Mr. George Seck Recovery Reported After Illness
George Seck, previously seriously ill, is reported to be recovering. Local health officials note improving symptoms and aim to continue observation and rest.
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George Seck
For Sale Double Flat Top Bed Good As New
Classified ad offers a double flat top bed in good condition. Contact Mrs. L. N. Reeder at 312 East Chostnut St, phone 204 J. Adv. December 23 24 27.
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L. N. Reeder
East Chostnut St
J. Adv
Trust Company Case Returns for Further Proceedings
The trust company case will return with instructions to overrule the demurrer and the court will continue with further proceedings in the matter.
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Ainulf
Agent Wanted in Jeffersonville
Classified notice seeking an agent to sell Watkins remedies spices and extracts in Jeffersonville. Experience preferred. include contact with Watkins Co 59 Winona Minn. Adv dates December 6 11 18 24.
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Jeffersonville
Watkins
Watkins Co
Winona Minn
Adv
Candies on Display at Doherty's Adv Satisfactory Delivery Mentioned
Elmer's or Gilbert's candies shown at Doherty's will be satisfactory to customers and delivery is stated as fine.
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Elmer
Gilbert
Doherty's
Christmas cards and holiday visits clutter Spring Street
Mrs. Doherty notes Adv Mrs Wm Quick returns from Indianapolis. Locals plan Christmas visits with relatives from Kentucky and Indiana. Absent details include church services, dinners, and a club gathering at the AC with Miss Dorothy Baldwin and table games and music.
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Dorothy Baldwin
Christmas Club Forms At Clark County Bank
Public notice invites customers to join a Christmas Club at Clark County State Bank with a program promising a large year end payout next Christmas season. Adv. 48-T.
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Clark County
Indiana University boost drive selects Hauss county chair
The Indiana University Bloomington sends word that Russell D. Hauss of Sellersburg is chosen to chair the county campaign for increased public support. Hauss, a junior active in student affairs, heads a committee with Mary Ball and Edward F. Sauer from Clark County. The drive argues for broader funding to expand classrooms and equipment as regional rivals grow.
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Sellersburg
Indiana University
Clark County
Indiana Uniersity
Bloomington
STAR
Russel D. Hauss
Hauss
Indiana
Hoosier
School of Higher Learning
State Normal
Purdue
Mary Ball
Edward F. Sauer
Homer G Stacy road improvement bid notice Clark County Indiana
Indiana Clark County board of commissioners invites sealed proposals to grade drain and pave 7165 feet of Homer G Stacy road in Utica township. Plans and specs on file with county auditor. Bids by January 3 1921 at 10:00 am. Bond double bid amount required. Board may reject any bid.
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State of Indiana
Clark County
Board of Commissioners
Jeffersonvile
Indiana
Seaech
Utica Township
Homer G. Stacy
Office of the Auditor
Jarek County
Mrs C M Manuel Hosts Card Party for Sister in New York
Mrs C M Manuel entertained Wednesday night in honor of her sister Mrs Frank Tufts of New York City. The event featured a two course lunch and a holiday decorated home. Guests included Frank Tufts and numerous local friends from New Albany and nearby towns. Mr and Mrs Melvin Cohen and Mr and Mrs Sultan Cohen were noted travelers arriving to visit their mother Mrs Louis Cohen for several days.
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C.M. Manuel
Frank Tufts
New York City
Carrie Harris
Wm. Antz
Wm. Prinz
Lou's Cohen
Sam Quick
Herman Cohen
Arthur Miller
New Albany
Mamie Prinz
Anna Antz
Fay Harris
Gertrude Antz
Blanche Cohen
Louise Kaegie
Melvin Cohen
Toledo
Oh'o
Sultan Cohen
Ranger
Tex
Louis Cohen
Brazil Daily Times awards cups to first New Year baby
The first baby born in Clay county after midnight New Year receives a gold lined silver drinking cup from the Brazil Daily Times. If twins arrive, another cup will follow as in January 1920, a custom tied to omens and survival through past flu epidemics and child illnesses.
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Brazil
Clay County
Brazil Daily Times
Times
Alarm Saves Portland Man's Hidden Stash Fire
Landis Richardson woke to smoke in Portland and found a stove kept stash worth 140.88 burned to ashes. Mrs Richardson had started a fire in the kitchen before he woke, but Landis salvaged about 100 dollars of the roll.
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Portland
Landis Richardson
New Castle merchants prepare arsenal to defend city
In New Castle Henry County merchants stock shotguns around the city as a warning to bandits. They vow to engage in battle if a general alarm is raised, defending the county seat from robberies in a fortified posture.
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New Castle
Henry
Disputed $60,000 Estate Seen Tied to Birth Record
Elkhart reports the $60,000 Alfred Lowry estate may go to Mrs. Bertha D. Whitt-Osborne of Bridgeport if a half century old prayer book birth record proves genuine. State representatives challenge the claim arguing the record is fabricated. victory for the state would direct the estate to the state school fund.
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Elkhart
Alfred Lowry
Bertha D. Whitt-Osborne
Bridgeport
Ind
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