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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1921
Page
4
Ad copy details subscription prices for in city carrier and mail options with term lengths and discounts. It mentions annual, six months, three months, and one month terms, plus a note on in Indiana rates and a critical aside on billboard advertising by residents, criticizing the chief executive.
A New York investigator warns of rapid descent from comfort to poverty and questions why some merchants offer low prices. Homer Hart, recently named postmaster, has cleaned and repainted both the lobby and work rooms, overhauling boxes and fixtures. Patrons notice the improvements and praise Hart’s efforts.
In a neighboring county town a bank markets town pride as a civic good. It argues residents should praise their city to attract visitors and discourage cynics who talk down the place. The piece asks Linton readers how they view this advice.
The Elite Society met yesterday at Mrs Clyde Davis home on C street northeast with sixteen members present. Plans discussed included aid to the Salvation Army for the poor at Christmas and a Christmas party to be held before the holiday. A social hour featured conversation music and needlework followed by an elaborate one course luncheon. Out of town guest Mrs Levitt Singleton of Robinson Illinois attended. The club will next meet for a Christmas party.
The Christian church Ladies Aid Society met at Mrs Newt Musser's home on South Main Street with twenty members and four guests. They planned a bazaar for the 9th and 10th featuring hand work and novelties for sale, enjoyed talks, music, and a luncheon, making it a very pleasant gathering.
Mrs. Thrifty recalls a remark about economy of using Lady's Friend flour and its higher cost. The Careful Housewife defends the flour as wholesome and energizing while planning to bake biscuits for dinner. She asks about the boys' reaction when they return home.
The Christian church invites every member and friend to attend a Thursday night gathering with a short business session and reports. Plans for the coming December meeting will be discussed, and the program will end with a social hour and refreshments plus good music promised by Pastor E C Corts.
Elks and Elk Ladies host a card and dancing party. J T T club meets with Mrs Tug Morgan. Teachers Training Class at the Christian church. Prayer meeting at the Christian church at 7. Choir practice at the M E church. Baptist Aid and Missionary societies meet at Baptist church. A B Aid Society business meeting with Mrs John Correll. Girl Scouts Troop 1 at Baptist church. Pythian Sisters at K P hall. Linton Lodge No 560 A F & A M. Loyal Order of Moose. Painters Union No 421. M E Aid Society meets with Mrs Lucien Hixon. Mt Mellick club meets with Mrs Henry Humphreys. Myacinth Club meets with Mrs John Ingleman. Harmonious dance at Moose hall. Knights of Columbus. Choir practice at the Christian Orchestra practice at the M E. Boy Scouts Troop 4 at Christian Columbian Chapter No 140 at Masonic hall. Modern Woodmen of America No 4704. Rev Men Lodge No 143.
Mrs. Mary Watson journeys to Evansville Monday to serve as principal performer on the Music club program Tuesday afternoon. The club counts 300 members. Watson has appeared for Terre Haute Music club twice last season and at Open Forum, with invitations to perform again this season. Her work is highly regarded by Terre Haute musicians and she has studied under Miss L Eva Alden of Terre Haute for several years.
Mrs. Levitt Singleton of Robinson Mi is visiting her mother and friends. Miss Lena Hunt of Sullivan returns home after visiting here since Sunday. Mrs. Dolly Suthard travels to Jasonville to spend the day with Mrs. Ethel Madcox and family. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Briers of Indianapolis visit relatives and have returned home. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Strickland of Evansville return home after weeks with friends north of the city. Mr. and Mrs. Dan Davis of Nashville Tenn guests of Uncle E H Cardwell leave for Bedford then Louisville before returning home.
Mrs. Mattie Green from Nelsonville North Dakota sister of A H Witty visited with Mrs Jane Witty mother of Mr Witty of Perth Ind and the Witt family on Third street northwest city.
The Irish committee of the cabinet met for two hours to outline new settlement proposals. Dominion rule for twenty six counties is proposed with Ulster opting out for a term before choosing to join Ireland or stay British. Sinn Fein leaders fear loss of grip and push for unity, while unrest persists in Ireland with one man killed and a woman slain by a bomb in Belfast.
Hoosier state news notes Senator Harry S. New in Indianapolis to meet Indiana Republicans supporting his candidacy. He cites naval disarmament as a path to peace and explains taxes cover public debt and wartime maintenance, urging curtailment. He plans to attend the Indiana Society dinner in Chicago on Saturday night.
Notice to Triangle girls asks all to collect clothing for Salvation Army distribution at Christmas. Anyone with usable items should notify a Triangle girl or call 413 and the volunteers will call at homes promptly. All contributions are appreciated.
Mr and Mrs Walter Robertson plan to relocate to Petersburg this week where Mr Robertson will be employed during the winter. They have lived in Linton for many years and many friends regret their departure.
The Boy Scouts of Troop 3 meet tonight at 7 in the basement of the MEB church. Regular meeting night is moved from Friday to Thursday.
Evansville Indiana reports the Ohio river rising past 55 feet with predictions of 38 to 41 feet by Sunday. Flood levels also exceeded in Henderson Kentucky and Mt. Vernon Indiana. Farmers move livestock and possessions to higher ground as the river is forecast to crest early next week.
Miss Ruby McCulloch and Margaret ONeal, both nurses at Sullivan hospital, are spending the day with Miss Ethel McCulloch.
Mr and Mrs J H Scott and their son Robert have moved to Indianapolis where they will establish their future home. Mr Scott remains in the coal business and friends here hope for his success in the new location.
The Wabash River swells rapidly, rising to sixty feet above the danger line at Mt. Carmel Illinois, as flood stage stands at 15 feet. Heavy rainfall continues to feed the rising waters along the Evansville and Henderson traction routes, risking further disruption to rail traffic.
The Loyal Order of Moose will entertain fifty participants with a three course dinner tonight at a local restaurant following two nights of events titled Saratoga Springs. The event honors those who took part on Monday and Tuesday this week.
J A Cox superintendent of the gas plant has moved his family from Columbus Indiana to a modern home at 940 A street northeast. They are settled and seem content in the new location.
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