17 Sep 1923
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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1923
Page
1
Health and beauty are linked as S S S claims to revitalize the body by increasing red blood cells. It promises improved nerve power and impurity-free skin, asserting beauty follows health and that S S S is a pure vegetable-based tonic sold at drug stores in various bottle sizes.
There is an atmosphere around peculiar comedian W. B. Patton that signals success. His forceful method reaches over footlights, making his character The Slow Poke richly engaging with magnetic artistry. Tonight’s performance promises a thoroughly satisfying artistic creation admired by all who care for the stage.
The Citizen reports county road work led by Superintendent David O. Squire along the Fairview road and west toward Linton and Dugger. weeds are being cut, gravel placed, and grading done to restore winter condition with promises of more gravel and drag work as weather allows.
Agnes Ayres stars as Mary Fenton in a Paramount drama cautioning girls against judging men by appearance. On a street encounter Mary misreads a passerby’s identity, causing embarrassment before the stranger proves a stranger. Tom Galery is the leading man.
Ten masked bandits raided the Wayside inn three miles from Springfield Illinois early yesterday. They robbed about 175 patrons and a rear gambling game, escaping with cash and jewelry totaling around 15000 dollars.
A witty remark from Whately compares men to sheep, noting a flock is easier to drive than an individual. The line reflects a humorous, pointed view on human behavior and herd mentality.
Sullivan defeats Bicknell American Legion 3 to 2 in Indiana. John Farley outpitched Teague as Lewis led the Sho-Mes with four hits in five at bats. Nebraska Indians to visit Sullivan Tuesday. Sho-Mes to play Bicknell next Sunday. In Dugger, Jacksonville Velvets beat the Dugger Greys 4 to 2, Bates strong on mound. notable triple play by locals.
Forty extra clerks are on duty at Indiana University to help enroll more than 3,000 students for the fall term as the entire student body registers in the men's gymnasium. The university expects the largest enrollment in its history with 196 professors and over 1,000 freshmen credentials filed in advance. More than 2,000 students had arrived by Saturday night and trains continue to bring in more.
In a 1923 scene Janice seeks permission to attend a football game while Aunt Mabel, strict and prim, softens, debates, and finally accompanies her. A seat mix up reveals a handsome stranger later revealed as Charles Blakely, sparking a budding romance and a hint of engagement as Aunt Mabel smiles on.
Wireless reports from vessels traced last year’s worst storm over water for five days. Advices were radioed four times daily to ships in the South Atlantic, Gulf of Mexico, and Caribbean, allowing routing changes to avoid the hurricane. Only one ship was lost and property worth hundreds of thousands was saved.
A Whittier mother teaches her son to say Amen at prayers. The child asks what Amen means. After a disobedient lapse she contemplates a whipping but is surprised when the boy cries Amen Amen, signaling the end of the spanking plan.
The remark compares long winded talkers to those who must shorten speech to think by the minute. It suggests pacing and conciseness as a remedy for excessive hourly chatter.
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