Newport Coal Field Booming With Fresh Creek Find
Newport's coal boom follows a 5 feet 9 inch vein discovery near the town. Linton Coal Company moves to lease about 1,200 acres west and south of the Newport property, with directors from Indianapolis and Linton planning a 500 foot deep test and multiple shifts to drive entries and start rooms once the hoisting engine and larger shaft are installed.
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Newport Coal Mining Company
Newport
Linton Coal Company
Greene County
Newport Coal Mining
R. H. Nixon & Co’s. Bank
Walter Richardson
Wm. F. Coffa
B.S. Aikman
Dixie Bee Line
Linton Company
M. L. Gould
Indianapolis
Indiana Operators Association
Jacob Stevenson
Linton
Lieut
Kessler
Shirkie Coal Company
George W. Short
Local News Briefs from South Liberty and Nearby
Mayme Clement aids Mrs. D. D. Ray who suffers neuralgia. Dayne Jackson visits in Rosedale. Miss Fanniel Ephlin shops in Terre Haute Saturday. Ward and Beulah Norman visit sister Mrs. Mabel Grimes Wednesday and Thursday. Lew Evans of Danville Illinois visits son Raymond family here. Jack Cristy is not improving. Baccalaureate services held at Tangier Sunday afternoon. John Grimes visits parents Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Norman Friday. David Grimes spends Wednesday night with Ralph Ritter.
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Mayme Clement
D. D. Ray
Dayne Jackson
Rosedale
Miss Fanniel] Ephlin
Terre Haute
Ward
Beulah Norman
Mabel Grimes
Lew Evans
Danville
Illinois
Raymond
Jack Cristy
Dedication Program for Reserve Township May 4 1921
Wednesday night May 4 1921 at 8 PM features Song America All Dedicatory Reading and Prayer by Rev J W Whit son Music by H S Orchestra Remarks on Behalf of Teachers of Reserve Township by A Teacher Address by Hon Roy Baker Piano Solo by Faye Machin A Word of Appreciation as Felt by the Seniors is
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H. S. Orchestra
Reserve Township
Roy Baker
Faye Machin
Impromptu Remarks Two Officials and Citizens
A brief item notes impromptu remarks by two officials and local citizens followed by a musical interlude by the orchestra and a Benediction by Rev N W Clark. The stage program closes with a concluding blessing from the pastor.
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N. W.W. Clark
Field Meet Scheduled by Township Schools on May 2
The annual field meet for township schools will be held on the focal field Monday May 2 as an all day event with about 50 events. Students are divided into High School boys Grade boys and girls divisions and top point earners in each division will receive awards. No admission. Karl Keller Student Mer.
Class Play Arrival of Kitty at the High School
The Senior Class will present The Arrival of Kitty at the school on Tuesday evening May 3, 1921. All characters are well chosen and the cast will make a special effort to perform. Everyone is urged to attend and support the students.
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Kitty
Measles Grip Local Households and Area Events
WABASH TOWNSHIP reports measles in Oscar Miller’s home as residents like Charles Hillen acquire nearby property formerly owned by Oscar Heck. Indiana Clay Works suffers pipe yard loss when a kiln collapses destroying sewer pipe. Local residents visit Tur key Run and host gatherings. others relocate from Danville to Mecca. A six ton pump will be installed at Rock Run mine to aid drainage.
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Indiana Clay Works
Rock Run
Local Parties Plan to Block Coal Shaft Near Armiesburg
With other Gutton parties five plan a coal shaft project near Armiesburg. Mr and Mrs Max McCuerk and Mr and Mrs Jno Reed of Terre Haute were Sunday guests of John Esker and family. Raymond Esker visited from the city for a weekend at home.
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Armiesburg
Max McCuerk
Jno. Reed
Terre Haute
John Esker
Raymond Esker
Subscribers notice about renewals and arrears
A publisher warns that many subscriptions expire this week and notices will appear in papers. A few one year in arrears will receive statements and unpaid names will be dropped from the list, as credit is not extended beyond a year.
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P. F. McNamee
Pub
Fire near Jesse Lawson home halted by quick action
Dave Gritton spotted smoke and flames issuing from the roof of Jesse Lawson’s house on Saturday and acted fast to contain the blaze. The incident caused little damage and officials credited his prompt response.
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Jesse Lawson
Dave Gritton
Mr. Gritton
Jersey cow owner seeks calf record breaker
Mr. Ellis Majors of the Quaker neighborhood owns a Jersey cow that is not yet six years old until July 21 of this year and already is the mother of eight calves. He invites anyone who can beat this record to contact him.
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Ellis Majors
Jersey
Social Visits Include Knight Family and Local Residents
The text records visits by Mr. Sandy la Knight and a Terre Haute woman to Mr. and Mrs. McCall at their home of John Myers. Oliver Phillips sues Charles Wil Featherston and Opal Wimmer or Vera Wolfe attendances noted. Weekend plans include a play at Montezuma and return home with Jennie and Helen. Mrs. John Myers and Mrs. McCall spend time with Mr. and Mrs. Jas.
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McCall
Mr. Myers
Oliver Phillips
Charles Wil
Geo. Featherston
Featherston
Opal Wimmer
Miss Veradat
John Myers
Fie McCall
Miss Wht
Jennie
Helen
State Board and County Boards in Indianapolis Budget Work
Representatives of the Salvation Army State Board and county boards in Indianapolis discuss the budget and fund allocation for Salvation Army work in the area. The meeting focuses on financing programs and sustaining services amid local needs.
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Alvation Army State Board
Representane County Boards
Indianapolis
Lost Dog in Russellville Flags Brown Markings
A dog with brown ears and top brown circle marking is missing. Please contact Robert W. Dragoo at 15 in Russellville for details or sightings.
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Losfit
Robert W. Dragoo
Russellville News
Clinton Regulars Triumph 7 to 1 at Rockville
Clinton Regulars defeated Rockville 7 to 1 in a Sunday game. Rockville joined the Wabash Valley Empire League after the Marshall team dropped its franchise. Jayde Edwards publisher of Cayuga Herald installs a linograph at the office.
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Rockville
Clinton
Marshall, Ill
Jayde Hdwards
Cayuga Herald
Edwards
Bully Targets Editor Over Newspaper Coverage
A local bully who assaulted his wife last week heads toward the editor who published the report. The editor vows to remind him the paper only prints news and plans to host him for a confrontation, then eject him into the alley.
Town notices cleanup demand for Montezuma residents
Notice to Montezuma property owners to clean up premises alleys and streets of ashes junk rubbish by May 5 1921. If not, town workers will do the work and costs added to the owners taxes by order of the Town Board.
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Montezuma
Hoosier State on Shaft Construction and Yard Hoist
A brief note describes sinking the main shaft and using a large hoisting engine for lifting, with the current engine repurposed to pull cars around the yard. The item reflects industrial progress and equipment reuse.
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Hoosier State
For Sale of Fine Furniture and Household Goods
Private sale offers a large lot of fine furniture and household items for viewing. Many bargains are available for interested buyers to inspect and compare.
Basket Dinner and Dedication in Reserve Township
A community basket dinner is planned at the Reserve township school on Wednesday noon May 4 1921. Residents and others are invited to bring baskets and participate in a class day program and a free dedication program in the evening with Hon Roy Baker of Rockville to speak.
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Reserve Township
Roy Baker
Rockville
Newsroom Call Back: Send In Your News and Jokes
Readers are urged to send in fresh items and lighthearted anecdotes. The column invites truthful, timely stories with potential to inform or amuse readers.
Mrs Linda Causey Plans New Heating Plant at Residence
Mrs Linda Causey announces installation of a new heating plant at her home and notes organization of SA company i.
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Linda Causey
Clinton voters decide mayoral date options
Clinton residents will choose their preferred mayoral date on May 3. The Newport high school annual commencement will be held at the M. E. church in Newport Saturday night April 30 at 8 o'clock. A Texas editor lists 278 spellings for scissors and another from The Publishers' Auxiliary prompts readers to try more.
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Newport High School
M. E
Texas
Publishers’ Auxilliary
For SALE Cabbage and Tomato plants Carl and Roger Morris
Carl and Roger Morris advertise cabbage and tomato plants for sale. No further details provided.
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Carl and
Roger Morris
Gasoline Range Store Offered For Bargain Sale
A gasoline range store is listed for sale at a bargain price. The listing highlights Dr. Cone as a key figure associated with the sale and frames the opportunity as a sudden low-cost buy. The concise notice implies a quick closing likely targeting bargain hunters.
Peterson House Meals North of the Depot
A local eatery named Peterson House advertises regular meals located two blocks north of the GC I and W Depot offering standard daytime dining.
Taxi Service Call Myers Auto Co. Phone 73
Fred Watson is listed with Myers Auto Co as the taxi service contact in the local advertisement. The notice provides a phone number 73 for calling taxi services.
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Myers Auto Co
Fred Watson
Used Upright Piano Sale by Enterprise Ad
SaLE description states used upright piano offered to piano dealer or private party. Terms can be arranged and priced for immediate sale. Address A 23 care of The Enterprise.
Salesmen Wanted for Exclusive Territory
Four or more men with team or auto needed to sell Heberling's medicines extracts spices toilet articles and livestock specialties direct to farmers. Earn $50-$60 weekly with steady repeats and liberal profits as your own boss. No investment required. Write Hebeyling Medicine Co Box 6 Bloomington IL for details.
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Heberling
Hebeyling Medicine Co
Box
Bloomington
Paul Thomas to pay for Dead Animals and telephone charges
Paul Thomas of Dana Indiana will cover costs for dead animals and settle telephone charges as part of a local civic or legal filing described in a brief notice.
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Paul Thomas
Dana, Ind
Two Years With You The Enterprise
The Enterprise marks its second year under current management with 103 issues since May 1917. The publisher thanks patrons for liberal support and pledges continued value, urging renewals as many subscriptions expire this week. P F McNamee, Pub.
Train Schedules From City Lines Reported
Train times listed for various routes including East West and South North flights. Brazil division shows afternoon and morning departures with details of trains.
William Farnum Sails in The Scut tlers Sea Drama
William Farnum stars in a thrilling sea tale featuring a 250 ft ship used through most scenes. The vessel sinks far out in the Pacific after a sequence of dramatic incidents that keep viewers gripping throughout.
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William Farnum
Scuttlers
Pacific
Just Pass Buck Jones Western Comedy Story
Saturday features Buck Jones in Just Pass a stirring tale of a golden hearted ne er do well. Also includes a Mutt and Jeff comedy.
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Buck Jones
Harles Ray
Sunday Comedy Bill Features Joe Martin and Wallace Kid
Sunday program lists Joe Martin the Monkey Comedian in A Baby Doll Bandit and Wallace Kid in Hawthorne of the U S A Paramount picture showcasing two acts and a feature film.
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Joe Martin
Paramount
Wallace Kid
Hawthorne
Tuesday Douglas MacLean and Doris May in 23 12 Hours
A short story titled 23 12 Hours features Douglas MacLean and Doris May. A scream scene is highlighted with a note about a complimentary ticket for World War veterans. Call Montezuma Post Office or Hillsdale Hammersley’s restaurant for details.
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Douglas MacLean
Doris May
Mary
Montezuma
Hillsdale
Hammersley
Alma Rubens Western Man's Desire and Clyde Cook Reel
Readable notes describe Alma Rubens in a western titled Man's Desire and Clyde Cook known as the India rubber legs star in a two reel comely.
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Alma Rubens
Clyde Cook
Coming Mother's Day, Madame X Movie Shown
The greatest story of mother love is highlighted as Madame X screens for Mother's Day audiences. The feature promises emotional drama centered on maternal themes and iconic performances.
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Madame X
Also Mentioned on This Page
South Liberty
Tangier
John Grimes
Oscar’ Norman and
David Grimes
Ralph Ritter
America
J. W. Whitson
Karl Keller
Mer
Wabash Township
Oscar Miller
Charles Hillen
Oscar Heck
Claude Adams
Coal Bluff
Wm. Akins
R. B. Linville
Mae Kern
Turkey Run
Lanna Jones
Cecil Hatfield
Harry Underwood
Wm, Smith
Ilinois
Mecca
John Broderick
Clara
Messrs. Benj. and
McKinley Jones
Mr. Sandy
Fata Wolfe
John Forest
Guy Forest
Jas
Liam
Guarles
Sushade
Dr. Cone
The
Enterprise
East
West
C. & E. I. South
Brazil
Mutt and Jeff
Nih Pollard
Comedy
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