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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1928
Page
2
A cluttered column of rates and notices appears, including obituary and card-of-thanks stamps, advertising rates, and misc civic notes. It also mentions a forthcoming Fourth of July celebration in Linton and commentary on political campaigns, with praise for a speech by John T. Beasley before the Greater Ginten club dash night.
A speaker criticizes both Republicans and Democrats for false claims about prosperity. He notes widespread unemployment and stagnation outside big business, asserts the country remains fundamentally strong, and dismisses partisan spin on current conditions.
Pastor Elmer C Daberg reports the church is debt free and resumes summer activities. Sunday school starts at 80 with a target attendance of 150, services at 12:30, and WMS meets Thursday at 2. Union Park services Sunday night at 7:30 feature City Band music. open door for all seeking a church home.
Lizzie Davis received a birthday party at her home from relatives and friends last night. Guests included Mr and Mrs Frank Letterman and children Harry Joe and Wilma, Mr and Mrs Harry Welch, Mer a ad Mrs I Be Letterman and son Dessa Allen, Mr and Mrs George Cromwell and sons, Mrs D Rose, Miss Flora McGrew, Miss Blanche McGrew of Goshen, Mel. Acedia Letterman, Miss Lela Boyd and Mrs Davis. Ice cream and wafers were served.
Community supper planned at the U B Church basement each Saturday from 4 to 7 PM. A chicken menu is offered with each spoonful priced at three cents. Public invited. Local volunteers organize the event.
A 1928 era admonition urges merchants to resist pessimism and advertise consistently to speed sales and attract shoppers. It claims ads create public interest, establish trusted pricing, and promise quality service, encouraging readers to commit to advertising practices.
The library adds Kenyon Gamber's Mad Masquerade to its circulating collection. Stanton Drew visits Paris and becomes entangled in a deception intended to comfort Lady Llanthony, who misnames a missing son. The ruse pulls him into a widening social circle and invites Lord Llanthony into the plot.
Evangelist Larry Newgent spoke from first Samuel 1 in a Pilgrim Holiness service last night. He preached what was described as the church’s most powerful sermon, urged a return to God and filled seats, and announced plans for a Solomon temple message with Olive Branch quartet providing music and a large Olive Branch delegation attending. Newgent also noted a tent will be erected downtown due to overflowing crowds.
The Wis Ladies held a guest day bridge party at the club rooms. Hostesses were Mrs Homer Hart and Mrs Delano Rose. Prizes went to Mrs Glyde Booker first, Mrs Emma Flanagan second, Mrs Allen fate third, and Mrs PP Harrah fourth. A luncheon of chicken salad and cake followed. Attendees included residents from Bloomfield Jasonville and Indianapolis.
The Royal Neighbors held an entertainment and supper after a Wednesday meeting featuring readings by Mrs. Bert Merry duets by Miss Hunice Campbell and Miss Josephine Allen an ald-timer pageant and other numbers. The committee of Maryllen Hartley D M Packett Dunn and Vina Bled 800 thanks all Neighbors who took part.
The W. A. W. club was entertained at Mrs. John Wilson’s home last evening. Two clever contests were won by Miss Bonna Baughmano and Mrs. Jack Workman. Mrs. Karl Skemp received a birthday gift. Attending were all members and two guests, Mrs. J. W. Stalcup and Mrs. Will Lewis of Terre Haute, a former member. Refreshments were served. The next meeting will be in two weeks with Mrs. Marl Skomp.
A birth note reports Joy Ellen a six and a half pound girl born May 6 to May and Mrs Noah Lucas. A second baby of Acnine pound was born to May 6 and Mrs Dave Lockhart of RR 2. The records are not fully noted.
Paul VW McNutt will visit next Sunday afternoon to dedicate the Boy Scouts home. All Legion members are urged to attend this meeting. He is described as a wonderful speaker and a standout American Legion member. Everyone is encouraged to be there.
In Petersburg Indiana on June 2 a Stein-Jersey cow on Mrs. Mattie Whitehead’s farm four miles south of town bore triplet calves. The litter are all normal and scores of stockmen and farmers have visited the farm to view the animals.
In the Terre Haute division of the Federal court yesterday George Klutz of this county was charged with violation of the prohibition act. His case will come up for hearing at a later date.
Tinning and plumbing shop at Chapman and Shields old stand offers second hand goods. Also advertising for truck tires and grocery items. Marshall Robertson date June 27. WANTED to buy chickens. Corwins Grocery. FOR SALE grocery counter meat refrigerator price and easy terms. Landis house with two out-buildings. WANTED young man 18 to 25 to manage newspaper agency two hours after noon, pay by salary or commission. Box 187 2718e
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