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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1923
Page
2
Washington Dec 18 The name of Senator Johnson of California for the Republican nomination will appear on the ballot in the South Dakota primary in the independent column. This follows a decision by the South Dakota supreme court prohibiting the use of his name in the Republican minority column.
A fragmented OCR page shows advertising rates for mail subscriptions in Indiana and outside Indiana, with one year rates and short terms. It mixes rates for obituaries and cards and mentions advertising per inch and per line. The piece also contains political commentary about Mexico and a brief social column on Santa Claus letters and household gadgets.
The First Christian church choir will perform in Sullivan Thursday evening December 20 with a Christmas program and repeat the same festival in Linton the following Sunday December 23. Rehearsals have run for four weeks with daily practice, promising the finest sacred music the city has heard.
A home recipe by Alice Graham Butler for pineapple sherbert to suit New Year celebrations. Dissolve gelatin in water, mix with sugar and lemon juice, strain, cool, then add finely shredded pineapple and freeze.
The Pythian Sisters plan a Thursday evening hall party inviting all members to wear regulation hobo costumes and bring a hard times lunch. The committee promises a lively event and asks attendees to come prepared for a good time.
The Ladies' Aid of Olive Branch church announces a bake sale on December 24. People may place orders for dressed chickens or cakes by calling 1893, 1712p.
A euchre party will be given at the Knights of Columbus hall tonight. All members of St. Peter's Congregation are invited to attend.
The Ladies Fancywork circle will meet tomorrow afternoon with Mrs. Lucian Hixson to discuss sewing projects and circle activities.
The primary department children enjoyed a Christmas party with decorated room, a Christmas tree, stories, games, and refreshments. Dolls and toys were shown by girls and boys, with gifts exchanged next Sunday during the regular Sunday school hour. Teachers provide individual attention with graded lessons and visual aids. Visitors are welcome.
The Linton high school public speaking class will present Christmas stories this afternoon at 4 o clock for first and second grades and their teachers. Pauline McDonald tells Christopher and the Christ Child, Athel Axton presents The Shepherds and the Birth of the Christ Child, Mildred Forbes performs Smiley Clown and Squealy Pig, and Alice Butler offers Three Wise Men and How Christmas Was Saved. Each piece fits the season and suits younger children.
The Bay View club met yesterday afternoon at the public library with strong attendance. Members answered roll call with current events and the program featured Women: Artists Mrs Hamilton Writers Mrs Tinstman in an engaging presentation.
Sunday school workers rehearse the Christmas cantata Around the Manger to be presented next Sunday evening at the United Brethren church. The program is described as one of the best ever with a Christmas tree and a good time for all. The public is invited to attend.
A Thursday evening gathering at 7 o’clock invites all members to attend at the hall. Members are urged to come in hard time clothing and bring hard time lunches. Officers will be elected and important business will be discussed. presence of every member is requested.
A 10 year old boy, Ray Fitzpatrick, underwent surgery this morning with a good condition reported. Hospital staff thank the Elite society for thoughtful pillow cases donated, noting appreciation from all.
The Loyal Daughters of the First Christian church will meet with Mrs George C Porter Wednesday evening at 7 o clock for a Christmas party. Each member is requested to bring in a Christmas present for exchange.
A community banquet recognized the football players and their mothers in an orderly ceremony. Organizers highlighted teamwork, discipline, and school spirit while thanking families for support.
Chickeath council members packed the hall for a festive Christmas meeting with guests from Palestine and Cass. Santa Claus arrived late due to a sleigh mishap, delivering toys as the crowd enjoyed popcorn, candy, and cheer before departing for Switz City.
Cletus Gill and Wick Dixon travel to Indianapolis on business. Leonard Thompson of Jasonville journeys to the city. Elmer Pope, Jute Evelyn Are of Terre Haute, and Miss Lucian Jenkins with children from Sullivan visit for the week. Albert and Mr. Granger of Bedford return home. Jennie Sayer of Indianapolis returns home. Margaret Stacey of Bloomington returns after visiting W L Tatlock's family. Lillian Sam returns from Indianapolis after attending Madame Blaker's school.
The Ladies' Aid society of the First Christian church will meet tomorrow afternoon at Mrs. Charles Stocktonburger’s home at 320 A street northeast for a business meeting and social hour. All members urged to be present.
The Ladies Aid society of the Reformed church will meet with Mrs. Carrie Froeschke Thursday afternoon. All members are requested to be present as there is important business to be transacted.
Washington reports that Oklahoma Governor Walton, deposed in impeachment proceedings before the state senate acting as a court, has appealed to an eight New York law firm seeking a review of the trial by the United States Supreme Court. Details of the steps were not fully disclosed.
Former Oklahoma Supreme Court justice F. Riddle, who advised the deposed governor during impeachment, has written Nordlinger and Reigelman seeking an opinion on whether to pursue a revision of the case in the United States Supreme Court.
The Chatter and Stitch society will meet with Mrs Will Wessner Thursday afternoon. Every member please be present.
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