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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1923
Page
2
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A dispatch laments partisan gridlock and the perpetual hunt for political advantage across blocs. It riffs on tax policy, debt, and the oddly optimistic forecast for mild late-year weather, noting that winter often delays its onset but is usually severe before Thanksgiving.
A fragment notes that calls for tax cuts elicit congressional concern, arguing waste in government spending dwarfs losses from frauds like Ponzi schemes and misuses by Dr. Cooks, while critics stress politicians favor higher taxes.
The Rosebud circle meeting at Mrs. Lee McClung's home, scheduled for tomorrow, has been postponed. The next gathering will be held in two weeks at Mrs. McClung's residence.
Citizens urged to report youths seen breaking street lamps or using bean shooters and air guns. Local electric plant requests immediate notification via phone 105 for any incidents of lamp damage or tampering.
All juniors of the First Christian church are asked to bring cakes pies and home made bread Saturday morning to the store formerly occupied by Ben Bach for the market. Be there early.
The Elks Ladies plan a bridge party at the Elks home tomorrow after noon at 2:80 o'clock with Mrs. Jesse Weisman as hostess.
The Odd Fellows will hold a watch party and rabbit fry at their hall Monday night. All members are urged to be present for a good time.
There will be a called meeting of Linton Lodge No. 560 this evening at 6:80 o'clock. Work in entered apprentice and fellowcraft degree.
A city man grows resentful of chores tied to farm life as his thoughts drift to the endless cycles of farm work. The piece notes how daily tasks precede or follow his labor, yet his mind wanders to different duties and the day’s fatigue.
Unclear report notes a youth’s death in Scotland linked to an alligator sighting. The fragment references bids and a magazine but provides no verifiable details or names.
A lumpen Christmas Eve scene unfolds as a little Linton boy dozes and imagines Santa while carolers roam the city, singing of peace on earth. The boy wakes briefly to exclaim that he hears angels singing outside his home as the music reaches his weary, hopeful eyes.
The Georgia Entertainers, a newly organized orchestra from Linton, wowed a large Midland audience last night. The group includes Hallie Bland on drums, Shirley Anderson on banjos, Eugene Wright on saxophone, Frank Welch on piano, Lee Trowbridge and Darwin Banks as comedians, with Dora Stewart directing. They plan another Midland appearance this evening.
The Keystone Bible class of the Baptist Sunday school will meet tomorrow afternoon at 2:30 at Mrs Cox home 409 North Main Streets. Members are urged to be present as there will be business of importance.
I N Dickerson of 710 Broadway, who was badly hurt in a mine accident three years ago, is now in very serious condition at his home.
Reading in old histories we learn that Har'ope was several times in a state of chaos. The remark notes the cycle as not new and reflects on recurring upheaval through time.
The fragment discusses chestnut trees thriving in the Mediterranean home region, noting ancient cultivation and enduring presence since early times, with hints of regional varieties and historical spread across landscapes. It highlights the tree’s adaptability and cultural value in such climates.
Last evening the Royal Neighbors elected officers for the ensuing year: Past Oracle Deke Stalcup, Oracle Mrs. Hall, Vice Oracle Mrs. Board, Chancellor Mrs. Haffley, Recorder Mrs. Stalcup, Receiver Mrs. Kinney, Outer Sentinel Mrs. Anderson, Inner Sentinel Mrs. Sharpe, Marshal Mrs. Stafford. Santa Claus sent greetings by radio and promised a visit next year. Candy refreshments delighted the many guests as the lodge begins 1924 with ambitious plans.
Christmas guests of Mr and Mrs W H Wakefield included Mr and Mrs Fred Huffman and children Mr and Mrs Ralph Holly and son Carl Mr and Mrs Paris Miller and daughter Mrs Orville Sullivan and children Mrs Sylvia Good and Clifford Miller of Linton Mr and Mrs Dolph Lewis and children Cecil Edington and John Oliphant of Bloomfield.
Mr Berault of Indianapolis travels to select the cast for the Live Wire Sunday school class play. All members are urged to attend the 6 30 p m tryout at the Baptist church to prove loyalty and be present.
A dance will be held at the K of C hall on Friday December 28 starting at 8 30 pm All members and friends of St Peters congregation are invited Bradshaw and Moore will provide the music.
A broad slope of Mount Bringuez near Lodeéye France detached from its foundation and moved about a quarter of four miles, carrying soil, meadows, and woods and submerging roads and bridges. A chestnut grove itself moved an estimated 200 feet without visible damage, while several small lakes appeared from the displaced water.
Fragmentary text notes that in ancient practice a person unable to write signed with a cross mark. The presence of the mark signified the person’s assent and attachment to the faith, reflecting historical customs surrounding attestations.
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