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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1925
Page
2
Advertising rates listed include yearly options and shorter terms with per inch and per line charges. Rates cover outside Indiana mail order, obituaries, and cards of thanks at regular line rates, with a one cent per word classified rate and a minimum first insertion of 25 cents.
A collection of wry quips and political jests on taxation, prohibition, the Coolidge world court plan, and a new motor fuel claim. The notes mock superstition, driving habits, and public policy debates with sharp, humorous remarks referencing Borah, miners, and beer taxes.
The remark suggests that the industries, especially anthracite operators and miners, should handle their disputes without outside intervention. It claims past experiences prove such problems are solved better and more permanently when left to the parties involved.
The piece argues President Coolidge should grant a pardon to former Governor Warren S. McCray, saying he has been sufficiently punished and humiliated. It cites avoidance of vindictive punishment and hopes for release to prevent further harm without assuming merits of his past renown.
Elmer D. Fry, a miner from Vicksburg, was injured when coal and slate fell at the Twin mine about 10 this morning. He was taken to Freeman City hospital where his condition is painful but not grave. Other patients include Carl Cobb, recently moved home from Newberry, and Mrs. Jesse F. Weisman, improving after surgery. Hospital staff thanked local donors for fruit and grapes.
Autoists from Sunday school gathered for a day trip to Cataract Falls near Spencer. They enjoyed swimming and explorations, with attendees including Mr. and Mrs. R. O. Booker of Indianapolis and several Misses from nearby towns.
The Boy Scouts of Troop 2 met last night with good attendance. Drill practice was the main feature of the meeting. Several new scouts were added to the troop enrollment. Plans were made for an all night hike in the near future.
The intermediate Christian Endeavor society of the United Brethren church will meet Friday evening at 7 30 for a social. All intermediates are asked to attend and bring food.
An important meeting of the chautauqua guarantors is set at the public library this evening at seven o clock. All committee members are requested to be present.
All members of the Amicitia class of the Christian Sunday school are asked to meet at the church Wednesday evening at 7 oclock for practice. A full attendance is desired.
The Royal Neighbors will meet Wednesday night at their hall at 7 o'clock. Every member of the degree staff must be there.
A claimed chemical Pest control product named Pesky Devils Quietus P D Q is advertised as safe to use on springs furniture and clothing to kill bedbugs moths roaches and fleas It is said to have hospital and railroad company endorsements and is available in sealed bottles in a double strength squid form with minimal damage risk to items cited in the notice.
The Ladies Missionary Society of Olive Branch Church hosts an ice cream social in the grave back of the church this evening with public invitation.
Mrs. Martha Owens McDaniel, 103, longtime Morgan County resident and possibly the county's only centenarian, died Saturday night at her Martinsville area home. She had lived in the county since girlhood.
A hunting party from Terre Haute led by Mrs Floyd OHaver and family with Mr and Mrs Virgil Price and families and Miss Ruby Stewart and Marley OHaver drove to Palestine Illinois yesterday. They enjoyed a day of squirrel hunting. Several squirrels were harvested.
An ad urging relief for pile sufferers with Dr Leonhardt's Hem Roid claiming quick relief or a full refund. Promotes at Hamilton's Drug Store with a guarantee and money back offer.
Mrs Marion Cleveland Dell is recovering from an appendicitis operation. She was stricken while visiting friends in a New York suburb.
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