Barn Fire Destroys Parker Place Structure Near Switz City
A large barn on Parker place two miles south of Switz City burned last evening, owned by James Flynn and family. Firefighters from Lyons could not halt the blaze, livestock were moved to safety, and over six hundred bales of new clover hay were lost. Estimated damage about $2,000, partially insured. Fire suspected from spontaneous combustion in freshly baled hay. A similar fire occurred at the same site two years ago. The glow was visible in town drawing many spectators.
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Parker Place
Switz City
James Flynn
Flynn
Lyons Fire Department
Notice of Final Settlement of Estate Greene Co Indiana
Lenna A. Myers executrix of Andrew J. Myers deceased has filed final settlement in Greene circuit court for September term 1925. On September 8 heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause why the account and vouchers should not be approved. Witness the seal of the Greene Circuit Court at Bloomfield Indiana dated June 25 1925. Clerk David F. Bland Attorney D W McIntosh.
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Lenna A. Myers
Andrew J. Myers
Greene Circuit Court
Bloomfield
Indiana
David F. Bland
Greene
D. W. McIntosh
Well Why Not Little Muay Visits Dinner Friend
A child named Well Why Not Little Muay, dining with her mother at a friend's home, asks for more of the suiting coated dressing served with chicken, stating she would like another helping.
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May
Removing Paint From Tiles Cleaning methods for glazed and unglazed surfaces
The article explains removing paint spots from glazed tiles by soaking with a few drops of strong ammonia and scraping with a wooden stick. For unglazed tiles it suggests ammonia, soap and hot water, and scouring powder with sharp sand as possible methods.
Woman and Her Clothes Reflecting Gaze and Self
A reflective line on perception and attire notes that when men gaze at a woman she feels things are settled, while when women gaze she questions herself. The fragment hints at social scrutiny and interior doubt tied to clothing.
Sure Dividends Good Nature
A brief note praises reliable dividends and steady health of a progressive rover, expressing optimism about future returns and steady growth.
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Good Nature
Rover
State Road 4 plans sighted in Sullivan County
A tentative 844 mile route would run from Sullivan to Merom linking Merom directly with Sullivan. W P Hopkins of Dugger reported the findings to Dr J J Parker, who says Merom residents may gain a direct highway connection soon. The plan may include a Wabash bridge at the Merom crossing if carried out.
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Sullivan
Ind
Merom
W. P. Hopkins
Dugger
J. J. Parker
Hopkins
Parker
McClary
College
John D. Williams
Ebbw Vaile
Wabash
Beth in Bible Names and Their Meaning
Beth signifies house in many Bible names. Bethlehem means house of bread, Bethsaida house of fish, Bethel house of God, and other Beth- forms denote various houses or places linked to a noun.
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Beth
House of
Bethlehem
Bethshean
House of Rest
Bethsaida
Beth Dagon
Bethel
House of God
Bethbarah
House of the Ford
Bethsden
Pleasantness
Beth- Milo
Wall House
Ancient Law Term Law Merchant Influenced Medieval Trade
The law merchant emerged in Europe during the Middle Ages to regulate dealings of mariners and merchants. It formed a foundation for modern maritime and commercial codes used across commercial nations.
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Europe
Heartbeats in Trees Claim by Sir J. C. Rose
Sir J C Rose claims human and plant life share heartlike activity, stating every tree has a throb akin to animal hearts. The notable scientist argues wife activities of living beings align with plant vitality and constant beating of life.
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J. C. Rose
Indianapolis Markets: Hogs Cattle Sheep and Calves Report
Indianapolis market report from United Press Dispatch shows hog receipts at 7,000 with prices up to 14.25 for heavies, medium, mixed, common to choice all at 14.25. Cattle receipts 1,100 with steers 11.00 to 11.50 and cows to 10.75. Sheep receipts 700 with top lambs 14.50 and top sheep 6.00. Calves receipts 1,000 with tops to 11.00 and bulk 10.50 to 11.00.
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Indianapolis
Bicknell Man Held in Jail for Beating Wife
Vincennes Ind July 1 John Gillespie about 40 of Johnstown a suburb of Bicknell is jailed in Knor county for assaulting his wife during a family quarrel. She lies in critical condition at Good Samaritan hospital after being rushed here by ambulance Monday. The couple with seven children has had a troubled home life and neighbors report escalating mistreatment.
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Vincennes
Ind
John Gillespie
Johnstown
Bicknell
Knor County
Good Samaritan Hospital
Gillespie
Bickner
Chambers
Gillespies
Somber Music and the Saxophone in Mendelssohn Works
The instrument was born to play religious music with grave tones. Mendelssohn found its sound so mournful that he forbade its use in any orchestra he conducted, shaping its early reputation and performance context.
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Mendelssohn
Fruit Trees Line European Highways In Shade Along Roads
Thousands of miles of highways in France and Germany are lined with fruit trees on both sides. Some trees are state owned while others are privately owned.
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France
Germany
New York World
Brother Williams Story on River Money Trust
The Atlanta Constitution notes doubt over a fisherman's claim about money in the river. It highlights skepticism among locals and the uncertain value of the alleged fortune as authorities weigh the tale.
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River Han
Atlanta
Orange blossoms symbolize innocence in bridal wear
The orange flower signifies hope of fruitfulness while white blossoms symbolize innocence. Orange blossoms as bridal decoration were adopted in the United States and England around 1820, with older usage elsewhere.
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United States
England
Uncle Ezra Quips On Ancestry In Boston Transcript
In a Boston Transcript excerpt, Uncle Ezra jokes that even admitting people descended from monkeys offers little credit to their ancestors, delivering a wry social aside on lineage and pride.
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Ezra
Boston Transcript
Stability in the Home Dishwater May Hint at Ring Longevity
The Columbia Record notes a lighthearted reflection on marriage stability, suggesting that the longer a wedding ring endures daily wear like dishwater exposure, the stronger the relationship may become, in a witty hometown column.
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Columbiaa
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