Sudden Death of Mrs. I N Finkbone Near Hillsdale
Mrs. I N Finkbone died suddenly March 31 1921 near Hillsdale after caring for a sick baby. Born Sarah Eva Harper Oct 29 1870 in Vermillion County near Tennessee Indiana she married Isaac Finkbone Jan 14 1885. She left four children three grandchildren and several relatives. she joined the M E church at Bethel and the Rebecca Lodge at Montezuma.
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I. N. Finkbone
Hillsdale
Giles
Sarah Eva Harper
Vermillion County
Tennessee
Indiana
Isaac Finkbone
Vernie Francis
Heme Spurgeon
Montezuma
Maud Giles
M. E. Church
Bethel
Rebecca Lodge
Sails Ati
Memorial Service and Funeral at Hillsdale for Respected Community Helper
A large Hillsdale congregation gathered at the Methodist church for the funeral of a beloved local helper known for aiding the sick and needy. Rev. J.C. Whitson conducted the service and interment followed at Montezuma, with floral tributes reflecting her life of kindness.
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Montezuma
Methodist Church
Hillsdale
J.C. Whitson
No Kick on April Weather Brightens Spring Streets
Spring flowers bloom across yards creating cheerful sights for passersby as mild April weather brings favorable conditions for work and daily life.
Montezuma basketball team photo notice published
The Enterprise plans a three column picture of the Montezuma basketball team next week. Readers must notify the publisher by noon Saturday to order extra print copies. Price is 5 cents each or six for 5 cents.
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Montezuma
Enterprise
Relatives Located After Thirteen Year Search
Clarence Branson of Culver Indiana thanked relatives and the Branson siblings after thirteen years of searching. Postmaster Rierden aided in finding aunts and sisters in Indiana including Bridgeton Indianapolis Hillsdale Montezuma and Mon tezuma names Mrs Felitha Ridgeton Mrs Callie Scott Mrs Gertrude Adams Mrs Maude Scott McNamee with thanks from Mrs M F Barnett Mr Wm Branson Mr Alvin Branson Miss Beulah Branson all in Indianapolis.
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Clarence Branson
Culver
Indiana
Rierden
Branson
Felitha Ridgeton
Bridgeton
Callie Scott
M. F. Barnett
Wm. Branson
Alvin Branson
Beulah Branson
Indianapolis
Correction on C J and W Bridge Article From Tuscola Review
The Enter prise prints a correction noting last week's piece about the C. J. and W. bridge at Tuscola Illinois was inaccurate. Citizens inform us the report was far from correct and seek clarification.
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the Enterprise
Tuscola
Illinois
Old bridge history reveals abandoned piers and a bat harbor
The passage notes 812 foot stone piers supporting a bridge used until 1895 when replaced by a steel structure set on the same piers. Piers rebuilt in 1915 with concrete. Vast pine timber used in the original, much lost when razed. Some say the old bridge harbored bats. Several recall the Conover boys during the road’s construction.
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Conover
Tangier High Senior Play A Prairie Rose Planned
South Liberty notes show Tangier H. S. Senior Class to present A Prairie Rose on Friday night April 8 at 8. Sunday visits include Miss Maude Wann with her parents Mr. and Mrs. Robert Wann. Various local residents share Sunday visits and moves, including Albert Gwinn’s new Ford and Mrs. Mary Marshall moving to Howard.
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Tangier H. S
Miss Maude Wann
Mrs
Robert Wann
Private sale of household and office goods announced
A private sale of household items including kitchen cabinet refrigerator rocking chair cooking utensils and office equipment such as a roll top desk chairs small safe and table will be held on Friday April 8 at the Telephone Exchange. Dr. O A Newhouse.
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O. A. Newhouse
Parents and children friendship shapes character and virtue
The article argues that most useful and happy people had parents who made friends of their children. It attributes core character formation to the father imparting humor and perseverance and the mother fostering gentler, spiritual traits, with schooling and peers as additional influences.
Parental duty to foster children’s friendship and learning
The passage calls out varied parenting flaws from indulgent to preoccupied and overworked. It urges parents to cultivate friendship with children through reading aloud, shared lessons, teaching practical skills, and making holidays for giving, not self gain, benefiting both family and nation.
Tailor Offering Made to Measure Suits and Trousers
I am still agent for the Royal Tailors and taking orders for made to measure suits or trousers. Call at our home or telephone No. 15. Will bring samples. If not at home through the week, will be home every Saturday after 4 P. M. Fred BE. Murphy.
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Royal Tailors
Fred BE. Murphy
Paul Thomas to pay for Dead Animals and telephone charges
Paul Thomas of Dana Indiana will cover costs for dead animals and associated telephone charges according to a local notice.
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Paul Thomas
Dana, Ind
Fr at atnds and ers reg
Fragmentary OCR notes mention FR and co at ans fand mei er and reg. The readable items show names and phrases without clear events or context. No coherent incident or outcome is discernible from the fragments provided.
Local Events Include Lecture at Memorial Church
Geo. Smith from Chicago visits Terre Haute area to meet Ralph Johnston and Harlow Lingey, Indiana Historical Association secretary. Lingey will speak Friday evening, April 29 at Memorial Presbyterian Church, Rockville, on The Appeal of Fistory with a musical program beforehand.
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Geo. Smith
Chicago
Terre Haute
Ralph Johnston
Harlow Lingey
Histry
Harsham College
Indiana Histrical Association
Memorial Presbyterian Church
Rockville
F&tory
Remains of Wm Murphy Laid to Rest in Oakland Cemetery
The funeral for William Murphy who died April 1 in Chicago at age 54 was held at M E Church with Rev Whitson officiating. Burial followed at Oakland Cemetery. Born 1867 in Paris Edgar Illinois, he was one of eight children and lived with his parents Phillip and Elizabeth BY. He was a long time resident of the area and a member of the Sabbath School. His surviving relatives include his wife, sister Mrs Martha Murphy of Chicago, and brother Walter Scott Murphy of Chicago.
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Wm. Murphy
Chicago
Rev. Whitson
Oakland Cement
Murphy
Place
Sterling
R. Murphy
Paris
Edgar
Illinois
Par Phillip
Elizabeth
March
Martha
Walter Scott Murphy
Salvation Army in Indiana Approves State Budget Plan
At a March 31 convention in Indianapolis 300 Salvation Army County Advisory Board delegates approved a 1921 extension program budget of 259 500 for Indiana. The plan calls a statewide May 9 to 17 financial appeal with all counties conducting concurrent drives. Lt Col Mary Stillwell noted most social and maternity cases originate in small towns and rural areas.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
Salvation Army County Advisory Boards
Salvation Army
State Advisory Board
Ed Jackson
United States
Salvation Army Corps
Mary Stillwell
Chicago
Salvation Army officials address central western states convention
At the convention the Salvation Army and others including Chaplain Lucien V. Rule of the Indiana Reformatory at Jeffersonville and Dr C T Wheeler overseas chaplain spoke, outlining work across fifteen central western states.
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Vation Army
Lucien V. Rule
Indiana
April Arrives With Mild Weather and Tulips Bloom
March closed with cold wind but April brings milder days and sunshine. A bed of tulips in Mrs. Wm. Morris’s yard shows varieties in multiple colors and large blooms.
Taxi Service Call Myers Auto Go
Taxi service call Myers Auto Go. contact Fred Watson at phone 73 for rides and transportation needs.
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Myers Auto Go
Fred Watson
Egg listing for Buff Orpingtons with price
A classified notice offers 15 Buff Orpington eggs for 1.00. Mentions a prize winning strain and provides contact as Phone 69 in Montezuma.
Ingrain Carpet Sale Leaves Ragged Debris Behind
Local residents report old ingrain carpet remains and rag piles at a building site after a carpet removal project in Case. Cleanup crews assess disposal options and timelines.
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Waneed
S. Case
BeGs For SETTING from prize winning Buff Rocks
Mrs. James Manwaring of Rockville Indiana offers Buff Rock hens from a prize winning strain at 1.50 dollars per 15. The notice lists sale terms and contact locally.
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James Manwaring
Rockville
Ind
Sir Walter Scott and His Crimson Wallpaper
The article recalls Sir Walter Scott supervising the dining room wallpaper in crimson India paper and fearing it would not reach around the room. It notes a modern store could have supplied precise yardage and perhaps a less irksome choice for his wall covering.
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Sir Walter Scott
Sir Walter
Infant Virginia Rose Watson Dies at 9 Months
Virginia Rose Watson, the 9 months old daughter of Mr and Mrs Mervin Watson, died at home in Hillsdale. Funeral services were held from her grandmother Mrs Clara Slater's home with Rev J C Whitson and Rev W Jr Robbins officiating. Burial followed at Hell's Prairie Cemetery.
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Virginia Rose
Mervin Watson
Hillsdale
Clara Slater
Highland
Hell’s Prairie
Virginia Rose Watson
U. B
Jesus
Mervin
Leatha Watson
J. C. Whitson
W. Jr. Robbins
Train Schedules for C J and W Hast and Other Lines
The data lists train times for C J and W Hast, CG and EL South, and North, with morning and afternoon departures and arrivals. Brazil division shows south and north times with 4:05 PM and 6:18 AM.
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CG & EL South
Cecil B. De Mille Featured In Rex This Thursday
The Rex publishes a note that Cecil B. DeMille is featured in the theater lineup this Thursday, with details on showtimes and film program.
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Cecil B. de Mille
George Walsh Stars in Packed Thrill From Now On
George Walsh headlines Frank L. Packard's spectacular success From Now On. Packard, author of The Miracle Man, delivers a brisk drama with a sharp pace and notable performance by Walsh.
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George Walsh
Frank L. Packard
Earl Williams Stars in The Fortune Hunter Comedy Drama
Earl Williams appears in the great comedy drama The Fortune Hunter by Winchell Smith, a celebrated play presented to audiences in a notable theatrical production.
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Earl Williams
Winchell Smith
Supremacy of a Film Love Makers Leader
A Tuesday feature presents a romantic drama showcasing the star’s talents in a romance filled film. The picture promises heart thrill and broad display of acting and charm, promoted as a major V Comedy release.
Tom Mix Stars in The Texan Coming Next Thursday
Cowboy actor Tom Mix headlines The Texan screening set for next Thursday. The western feature showcases Mix’s stunt work and rugged frontier heroics in a period cinema program.
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Tom Mix
The
Texan
List show begins at 7 30 PM instead of 7 PM
The notice states the list show starts now at 7 30 in the evening, not at 7. It directs attendees to adjust their plans accordingly.
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