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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1921
Page
4
A fragmentary transcript references Singh and Beaton in a dialogue about worry and laughter. The readable text hints at cultural humor or commentary, with names Singh and Beaton appearing amid a suggestive line about worry and shared amusement.
The sale of hops malt and other home brewing items must stop in Indiana announced in Indianapolis by Frederic Van Nuys United States district attorney. Prohibition chief R H Abel will lead the effort aided by G J Simmons to enforce the dry measure. Washington has reinstated two agents M F Bundy and A S Thomas with orders to resume duty.
The Dugger Martin Coal Company, issuing 250000 in stock, will set general offices in Dugger at the Sunflower building. It has 2000 acres of coal land between Carlisle and Paxton and lists M E Dugger as president and Overton Martin as vice president. Directors include M E Dugger O E Dugger Oliver Steele W R Martin and Overton Martin.
Newport News June 24 Army planes commanded by Brigadier General William T. Mitchell covered the wreck of the old battleship San Marcos and Chesapeake Bay waters with flowers to honor Captain Howard Douglas and Lieutenant M. J. Plum, killed in a rare air accident. A 300 pound TNT blast near the aircraft as it struck the water after a midair collision likely blew the men and machines apart. Wreckage was scarce. Both airmen were pioneers. maneuvers were suspended in their memory.
Mrs Lola Walters was granted a divorce from Grover Walters in Greene circuit court this morning by Judge VanBuskirk. The plaintiff's name changes to Lola Dickerson and alimony of 125 is awarded. The parties reside in Jasonville.
An advertised letter notice lists recipients including Mr. and Mrs. Steve Riggs Mrs Jessie Brown William Coy John Roberson Master George Dickerson and Billie Ingells. The notice identifies names awaiting pickup at the local post office.
The Hammurabi code from Babylon, dating 1958 to 1916 B C, was discovered in 1901 in a stone eight feet high. It contains 280 sections covering diverse questions. Bribery law states a witness who acts for gain bears the penalty. breaking into mud brick houses carries death. the eye for an eye principle predates the Mosaic law.
A fragment suggests a young boy shuns hands on labor due to anxiety about dirt and future job capability. The notion reflects parental views on work and fear of manual effort shaping his outlook as he grows.
The record notes that John Wesley is said to have preached nearly 45000 sermons, averaging three sermons a day for 64 years. The figure reflects his long ministry and prolific activity across his lifetime.
In a stark report the Atlanta Constitution notes that violence and harsh weather alike can devastate an innocent fruit crop and escape consequence. The piece links weather threats to crime in a somber regional tableau.
Bloomfield reports John B. Flater’s new modern play house under construction on the southwest corner of the public square. The two story structure measures 43.8 by 105 feet with a 41 by 70 feet auditorium and a seating plan of 230 on the main floor and 225 in the gallery. The fire proof ventilated building will feature a large stage and dressing rooms and will serve vaudeville and film programs including 4H entertainments.
Washington June 24 favorable report ordered by the senate committee on territories and insular possessions on the house measure to let the territorial government of the Philippine Islands raise bonded indebtedness from 15 million to 60 million dollars. Chairman Harry 8 New of Indiana will push for prompt action.
Historic note describes quoits in Jamestown and Port Tobacco areas with early settlers and Native Americans watching in yard and barnyard games. The scene recalls pre Revolutionary era leisure among white settlers in buckskin and coonskin caps and nearby Indians as horse shoes were tossed.
A simple fern watering recipe suggests mixing one teaspoon of household ammonia in one gallon of water. Use this solution occasionally, not more than once a month, to promote growth and healthier ferns.
A compact reflection on providence and human effort, citing Hawthorne to suggest that aid to mortals is limited to the level that spurs reasonable exertion, rather than full reliance on divine support. The quote emphasizes self-reliance within a tempered belief in assistance.
A brief note on literary commentators stressing the need for memory and fanite of bio in editorial reflection. The Boston Transcript is cited as the source in a compact opinion fragment.
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