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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1928
Page
2
A jumble of local items notes advertising rates and editorials, mentions Joseph Ro Nutt as Republican treasurer, celebrates Linton Concert Band plans, and records a damp June with 24 rainy days in 28. It comments on national politics, Democrats, and a quip on journalists.
Luke Duffy a well known Hoosier and farmer will start the horse races at Westside track in July. Duffy recently drew notable newspaper space after he deeded President Coolidge a farm, a move Daly said was unprofitable though the president thought farmers prospering and sought to gain money from it.
The son of a Lin tonian guesting at a local dairy farm samples warm milk from a cow. After returning home he asks why the milk isn’t kept in an ice box. The mother references the hosts and the taste, noting ice cold chocolate diary drink would be better. The boy replies he had milk but prefers it ice cold in an ice box.
The Davis and Sinden families thank the Church of Christ members friends neighbors and Rev BH Kranz for their kindness during our loss and for the floral expressions of sympathy.
All members of Troop No 2 are asked to meet at Mark Perrells home at six oclock tonight. Plans will be made for Sunday activities at the camp headquarters and members are urged to attend.
The Saron Reformed church Ladies Aid plans a Saturday market at the iKramer hardware store featuring dressed chickens, pies, cakes, and other baked goods. Proceeds support church activities and community needs.
Mrs Bryan Taylor will entertain the J T M club Friday afternoon at her home on First Street Northwest.
The Chatter and Stileh club will meet Sunday afternoon with Mrs. Bob Stewart presiding as host.
Edson R Waite argues that talk is cheap and consumers demand price and quality. Metropolitan centers lure shoppers from suburbs and rural areas by advertising in their show windows through metropolitan newspapers. Home town merchants must advertise locally rather than rely on editorials to attract home trade, matching the ad spend of city rivals.
The Hoosier State Association issues a Motorist's Pledge urging careful driving to reduce Indiana injuries. It calls motorists to read, commit, and follow rules: do not pass on curves with unclear road, slow at curves and near children, drive on the right, avoid street racing, observe rules, and keep brakes in good condition. It notes drivers bear primary responsibility, while some pedestrians are reckless.
Willis Johnson and sons lose three valuable mules to an electrical storm Sunday afternoon. The animals were in the pasture beneath a tree when struck by lightning. Three more mules were severely injured and may never work again. Estimated loss runs from 600 to 750 dollars with small insurance.
Highlights include WEAF WJZ and WOR with live coverage of the Democratic national convention from Houston at 11 45 a m and an evening session if needed. WAZ Maxwell hour at 7 and Detroit Symphony Orchestra concert broadcasts from WGHP and WNYC plus Prospect Park Band. WEAF 63 0 The Honeymooners program subject to cancellation if night convention session runs long.
Several residents seek directions to the Scout Camp north of town. On Sunday the Scouts will erect guiding arrows to show the route with the first arrow placed at the senior high school.
Dugger news notes list visiting relatives and travel from Palestine Michigan Bloomfield Flint Indianapolis and Sullivan. Mentions Mr and Mrs Clarence Toona h and son Waulbur Mrs Stella Casey Mrs Walter and family Kenneth Grey Wilna Patton and Don Witapatrick Mrs Caryl Heimbrook and Mary Bonham Lois Richardson visit Dugger.
An advertiser urges readers to try END-O-CORN from druggists or mail order. The spot cites no pain and immediate comfort, warning against unsafe corn cures and listing Elkhorn Pharmacy and Hamilton's Drug Store as local outlets, with mail contact through ENDO-CORN LABORATORIES in Chicago.
Tri Kappa members will meet Friday evening with Miss Ethel Osborn at 190 B street northeast. The informal gathering will discuss club affairs and upcoming activities.
Classified notice offers a No 1 mine compass in first class condition for sale. Two tripods available, contact Reuben Small for details.
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