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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1925
Page
2
Society editor details and office information for Linton Indiana with subscription rates and mailing policies. Advertising rates provided including per inch and reading notices. Obituaries and social announcements listed at regular classified rates. minor typographical errors in rate line reflect historical newspaper style.
A compact column notes a playful take on hijackers for a joke, praises Vice President Dawes’ stewardship, and remarks on the League of Nations nearing a president election. It recalls Columbus and the world’s shape, and highlights Linton amateur athletic club developing promising young boxers who may rise in sport.
Senator Brookhart declares satisfaction with how the contest for his seat is turning out. He adds that he is getting to the point where it takes little to satisfy him.
Comment suggests a Johnnie Walker style figure vying for New York mayoral nomination. The note compares popularity to a famed pre Volstead era Johnnie Walker figure, implying strong name recognition but no formal result or endorsements.
The text hints that if the senate committee dispenses with crooked votes tied to Brookhart, Iowa would gain a Democratic senator for the first time since 1859. It suggests the political maneuver would be worth discarding some honest votes.
Sullivan County intends to build a new courthouse at about five hundred thousand dollars. The county, described as rich and prosperous, can fund and benefit from a modern public building while the present project proceeds.
Over the past two days rain has relieved a threatening drought for crops and pasture in the area. The precipitation also reduced dust on main highways improving travel conditions for residents.
Business houses of Linton join in a trade extension push with a general fall opening and display of merchandise for the autumn trade. Stores boast unprecedented stock as they plan to broaden their sphere of trade and influence. Openings run from September 17 to 26.
Seven three round bouts held by the Linton Amateur Athletic Association at the West Vincennes street club rooms drew large crowds. Notable scraps included the twin Lynchs, Keep versus Smith, and Manelle versus Ellis. Ray Van Hook and Young Nasser boxed to a draw. Lee Sullivan refereed. next exhibition planned in about two weeks.
Commander John Rogers, rescued after nine days afloat in the mid Pacific in the PN&1 plane, has been appointed assistant chief of the navy bureau of aeronautics. He will report to Washington as soon as possible to assume his new post.
Marco Mrs Ollie Deckard and son Paul moved to Lafayette where Paul will attend Purdue University this coming winter. Mrs Lura Morgan visited Deckard and returned to Terre Haute. A severe electric storm Wednesday and Thursday damaged the Mattie Heim farm transformer. The ice cream social was small due to the storm. Various neighbors hosted social visits and shopping trips. School commenced here last Monday.
A brief notice calls for a citizen to handle sales duties as part of a local sale program. It seeks an interested party to oversee purchases and distribution under municipal guidelines. No specific names or dates are provided in the readable text.
Hyacinth Club III held its season debut at Mrs. Thomas Huffman’s home after summer recess. Mrs. Miller presided as president and appointed Flower, Charity committees. Mrs. Walter Brewer won the social contest prize. refreshments were served to members and one guest, Mrs. Flo Smith. The group adjourned to meet in two weeks at Mrs. Arthur Miller’s home.
Indianapolis Sept 12 Uniten Press Dispatch hog receipts 4000 market steady best heavies 12.50 13.85 mediums and mixed 13.85 13.50 common to choice 13.60 13.75 bulk 13.25 18.60 cattle receipts 150 market steady steers 8.00 13.00 cows and heifers 6.00 11.00 sheep receipts 300 market steady top 7.00 lambs top 18.50
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