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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1922
Page
2
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The People’s Trust Company of this city issues checks totaling about ten thousand dollars to Christmas saving club depositors. Members saved weekly with interest paid at withdrawal, checks range from 12 to 100 dollars, some larger. One depositor saved 20 dollars weekly for fifty weeks, receiving over 1000 dollars including interest, then married recently.
A humorous fragment contrasts reckless automobile driving with horse sense of the past. It questions a girl’s denial of influence from tow shoes and teases Mrs. Glara Phillips, a Los Angeles slayer, noting police need not suspend licenses after air plane collisions. It ends with a quip that one is enough if not too many.
An Ohio farmer reported the world record yield for 1922 with an average of 1384 bushels of corn per acre. The query requests a conversion of this figure from bushels per acre to gallons per acre, requiring a calculation to express volume in gallons.
readers face grim outlook as a beetle pest targets cucumbers during winter. experts warn harvests could fall and prices rise, leaving gardeners and consumers to cope with fewer, pricier veggies throughout the year.
A Linton property owner will be assessed for substantial street improvements next year, likely adding more to property value than the levy costs. The town touts pride in living on a modern, up-to-date thoroughfare in a modern city.
Newcastle Indiana December 13 Ben Brookshire 22 was arrested after two Shafer Farm residents William Shaffer 39 and Kusar Shaffer 40 were found murdered with a hatchet and the Shaffer home ransacked. The suspect a former farm hand had been missing with the Shaffer car found abandoned in Newcastle. Diamonds valued over 4000 reportedly missing and police say robbery motive. The child Billie Chaff Stickler aged 3 was found unharmed beside his aunt. Brookshire denied involvement as authorities pursue the case.
A Chicago Tribune item recalls a mother dressing in a new yellow gown when her sons remark that she looks like gold and like custard, highlighting a playful family moment and a child’s favorite dessert.
Edley Rogers editor of the Carlisle News testified in the state versus Clyde Jeffries trial at Sullivan Indiana. He described the bank robbery at Carlisle on December 21 1920 when two bandits entered Peoples State Bank demanded money and looted the cashier’s desk after a running gun battle that wounded Ozro Latshaw. Jeckes was arrested in South Bend on September 13 and awaited trial under a county grand jury indictment.
Mrs. Edgar Hollifield of Detroit is in the city on business visiting friends. Mrs. A. A. Thomas went to Indianapolis to be the guest of friends for a few days. Mrs. Charley Fulkerson of West Terre Haute arrived to spend the week with her mother, Mrs. William Hollifield.
The Delphian club held a regular meeting at the library with good attendance. Miss Elizabethan Age drama was the topic led by Mrs. Carl Harris. Programs included Forerunners of Shakespeare, Campaspe literary qualities, Marlowe’s service to the stage, and The Jew of Malta, with dramatic reading by Mrs. Bruce Fleetwood. The club adjourned to meet again in two weeks.
The Mothers' club of the Christian church met yesterday afternoon with Mrs. Harley Ham. Sixteen members and three guests attended a program on the mother and Sunday school. Mrs. Elsie Kuffman read, short talks followed, and refreshments were served. The club will meet again in January. All mothers of the church are invited to join for its important work.
Mrs Ruth Van Bergen of Chicago daughter of Mr and Mrs C M Bart of this city recovered from appendicitis surgery performed last week in a Chicago hospital. She is steadily improving and out of danger on the road to recovery.
Archie Mercer, a World War veteran, who underwent surgery in Indianapolis three weeks ago, is bedridden at his southwest Indianapolis home and in serious condition.
All members of the Moose legion naires are requested to attend the regular meeting this evening. The degree team will practice and important business will come up for consideration.
Sam Goldband employed by Louie Freedman at the junk yard was taken to City Hospital yesterday and underwent surgery this morning performed by Drs. Cook and Thayer.
Emil Grosjean contracted a severe blood poisoning after stepping on a nail at the mine several days ago. He sought medical care for the infection that developed from the foot wound.
Mrs Elkin Turner hosted dinner guests including Mrs George Humphreys of Portland Oregon Mrs Paul Scott of Momence Illinois and Mr and Mrs Josh Neal and Joe Moss in a social gathering.
The Royal Neighbors announce a regular business meeting this evening and urge all members to attend due to the importance of the agenda.
The Salvation Army starts its annual effort to bring Christmas cheer to the city’s needy. Public help is urged to fill the Xmas baskets with canned fruit vegetables or any food. Donations welcomed at Lieut. Millner 189 West Vincennes Street or by telephone 188 K 913.
The saying warns that even careful speakers may face further consequences after voicing thoughts. It suggests that speech can provoke additional scrutiny or reaction beyond initial intent.
The Ladies' Missionary society of the M. E. church hosted members and guests in the church parlors yesterday afternoon. The program followed the Citizen listing and was well enjoyed. Decorations featured a Christmas tree and seasonal designs. A generous bank offering was collected and refreshments were served by the ladies.
Fire at Mose Cardwell's farm house northwest of the city was sparked by a defective flue. Mrs. Cardwell discovered the blaze and called nearby miners for help, extinguishing it before significant damage occurred.
The American Legion auxiliary will hold a Saturday evening meeting at the Modern Woodmen hall. Members are asked to bring groceries to donate to a disabled ex soldier boy in destitute circumstances.
The U B ladies invite the public to an Amast gifts sale at the Overland Hodges garage Friday and Saturday with fancywork and Saturday bake goods. Proceeds support the ladies group.
Clarion club will meet Friday afternoon with Mrs. Charles Robinson. All members are requested to be present.
Mary Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Felix Haffley, is recovering well after a surgical operation to remove tonsils and adenoids.
The night school will meet this evening at the high school building at 6 30 o clock due to the lyceum course schedule.
Harold Earl, the young son of Mr and Mrs Ogle Booker of First street southwest, is quite ill. His parents request prayers and well wishes while he receives care. The brief notice lists no further details or dates.
A girl must fill a hopeful chest with handmade linens and hand-woven materials before marriage in Bulgaria. Machine work is forbidden by superstition, believed to bring sorrow. the tradition ties to a strict standard for sewing and provisioning a bride’s future.
A trout stream that could have been three miles straight is found to weave ten to twelve miles with many turns as it climbs a mountain. The narrator notes the longer tramp required to follow it, reflecting on the meandering path.
A Boston Transcript snippet notes readers joke about a self confident man who claims excess knowledge. The item lightly riffs on the urge for modesty and restraint in telling all, reflecting editorial tone of the era.
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