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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1925
Page
4
In London, American turkeys gain fame as Christmas delicacies after a flock meant for Thanksgiving dinners, postponed by the queen mother Alexandria's death, sold in Mayfair with hundreds more ordered for Christmas.
Mrs. Gilbert won the hog calling contest at a Sangamon county banquet in Springfield. Judges declared her "whoooo-cy" the most perfect call for swine at the farmers and stock raisers event hosted by the city.
Chicago Dec 7 four Big Ten football teams will meet twice in a season for the first time since 1892 Michigan Minnesota Northwestern and Indiana will each play two games against the others next fall setting a rare schedule feature in conference play.
Philadelphia press report quotes Philip Murray of the United Mine Workers accusing anthracite operators of prolonging mining suspension. He cites four reasons: to shield profits, drive up coal prices by keeping mines closed, reduce wages, and destroy the UMWA to return workers to preunion conditions.
Washington reports the mixed claims commission between the United States and Germany announced nearly 400 awards totaling more than 13 million dollars. They completed 391 cases with awards of 13 0559 800 45 and seven others awaited umpire decisions totaling 86 250. The commission dismissed the last two Lusitania related cases from the 1918 sinking. About 185 Lusitania claims in the past year totaled 2 409 413 31. Dismissal of about 200 claims of various kinds was announced.
The woolen suit with a split turtle neck showcases a bold winter beach fashion trend aimed at fashionables in California and Florida, signaling a chic climate ready look.
Democrats celebrate at a banquet held here last evening. Clemenceau and Woodrow Wilson discuss old times as war leaders meet after three years. Leo T. Wolford, a former Linton boy, joins a major Louisville law firm. Ernest Arnett marries Miss Goldie Frakes yesterday in a ceremony conducted by Rev. FE Corts.
Martinsville Indiana and G W Mc Reynolds Clinton Indiana board members questioned over education and sports selections criticize city school leaders. The piece argues Linton High School was superior to Gerstmeyer, urging fairness in honoring the season's champion based on team records and public opinion.
SWITZ CITY readers note a string of Sunday and weekday visits as Mr. and Mrs. Regan and sons called on Claude Truitt and family while John Baughman returned from Indianapolis. William Walraven and daughter Pansy from Linton joined Mrs. Esta Butler visit. Mrs. Nora Morgan of Detroit visited Mrs. J. W. Beasley. Roan Fines goes to Clearwater Florida for work. family plans for soon joining. The group en route to Los Angeles, aiming to reach before Christmas.
Philadelphia December 7 The Rev Dr Russell H Conwell widely known clergyman author and leader in educational work died at his home after a long illness He was 82 years old.
Brazil Ind December 7 A small tin money box used by Daniel Baumgartner a blind newsdealer who sells magazines from a stand in front of Kattman Tilley hardware store was stolen yesterday Baumgartner away from his stand most of the day patrons drop money in the box when absent someone stole the box and contents He and his wife are blind and Baumgartner long known in Linton for selling staple goods
Indianapolis market report from December 7 shows hog receipts at 7,000 with prices 11.55 to 12.00 for heavies and 11.55 to 11.90 for bulk sales. Cattle receipts 900 with steer prices 6 to 12.50 and cows and heifers 5 to 10.50. Sheep receipts 400 with top 7 for lambs at 18 and calves top 14.50 and bulk 14.
In Fort Smith Arkansas, William Fortner 18 and Leonard Fortner 21, brothers, died from injuries suffered in a Kanima mine blast near here. Floyd Hayes 29 is in serious condition. An accidental torch ignition of powder used to form a shot caused the explosion. sixteen other miners escaped uninjured.
United Press Dispatch reports Chester Worrall, 31, a carpenter, died after plunging from the eighth floor of the new Chamber of Commerce building in downtown Indianapolis today. The accident occurred during construction at the eight story height with officials investigating the fall.
Amy laments the fragile fireflies as wind blows out their lamps, leaving the small creatures in darkness and distress. The scene evokes sympathy for the tiny insects facing a harsh natural turn.
A fragment notes the social élan test of the right people in the smart set, with a remark about Youngs own Vindtenter reflecting on social lines and membership.
Murphysboro I llinois United States district attorney Dee T Williamson refused to discuss a dispute over the appointment of William Matthews a Negro from Washington as assistant United States district attorney. Speaking to the Elks he hinted his nervous state of mind and suggested approval might be possible only in larger offices with several assistants.
State troopers and local authorities hunt a man described in a sheepskin coat who hugs women from behind trees and doorways in Haverstraw. Girls report abrupt bear hugs as he vanishes, prompting a regional alert.
Chauncey M. Depew argues fame is earned through fair competition like the Olympic games. He calls the pursuit of excellence the noble goal for youth and praises the better man who prepares himself to win.
A fragment notes a “laugh classic” in a movie advertisement teasing classics labeled as laugh, weep, thrill and custard pie. The playful wording hints at a nostalgic program highlighting enduring cinema genres.
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