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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1920
Page
1
Mrs. Geo Hartman died early Sunday from apoplexy after a few hours illness at the Mankins property on North River street. She was surrounded by family as she passed away at 3:00 AM. Funeral services were held Tuesday at the Christian church with Rev. T J Freed officiating, burial in Oakland cemetery.
Frances Carey Hartman born November 1 1864 Darlington Indiana died August 15 1920 at 3 A M aged 55 14. She married Charles Gordon April 27 1890 and Geo W Hartman April 6 1900. Survived by husband two daughters Mrs John Underwood and Mrs Harley Scott Montezuma Indiana and three grandchildren. Member of the Christian church at Ladoga Indiana. Also notes a birthday surprise for Mr John Doan August 15 with 47 guests and a large dinner and music.
Three youths from the vicinity were accepted by the local recruiting officer for army enlistments. Garrett French, 19, of Montezuma, son of Mrs Linda French, signed up for the air service. Hugh Chumely, 21, of West Union, was accepted for the motor transport corps. Gilbert Wheat, 22, of 035 North Seventh street, applied for enlistment in the infantry, son of Mrs Jennie Langley.
An adv says don't marry before reading Choosing a Wife. A general house work position is wanted for a family of four with phone contact 195. Parke County Soldiers of all wars plan a reunion at Beechwood Park in Rockville on Thursday September 2.
The Hartman Underwood and Scott families express heartfelt gratitude to everyone who offered aid after the illness passing and burial of our beloved wife and mother. Special thanks for the towers and services rendered during this sorrowful time.
The Enterprise reports preliminary census data from Washington showing Parke county at 18 875 residents, down 3 339 from ten years ago. Rockville 1 968, up 25. Bloomingdale 479, down 49. Marshall 334. Montezuma Judson and others not separately listed, final figures awaited.
At the Town Board meeting last Thursday night the final of ten Electric Light Bonds, each for 500 dollars dated November 2 1906 and drawing 5 percent interest, was paid along with accumulated interest, retiring the plant's indebtedness.
The report lists cash on hand and bond interests paid from 1919 to 1920, including new construction, insurance, and refunds. It notes reduced street lighting costs since May 1919, totaling 7 463.38 in profits and savings through Aug 1 1920, with consumer accounts rising from 274 to 342. A fire destroyed a house after a resident's early warning.
Joseph Mankin lays concrete walks at the rear of his home. He says small changes improve appearance and boost curb appeal.
Paul Thomas of Dana Indiana will cover costs for dead animals and related telephone charges, with details noting expense responsibility and payment scope.
A columnist ponders citizen roles in local life. It contrasts boosters who lift the town with knockers who harm it and warns that attacking the community reflects on the attacker. The piece urges constructive involvement to advance local well being.
On August 15, 1920, Mrs. Alex Puett hosted a Barton family reunion at Rockville with five siblings present for the first time in over thirty years. Attendees included Mrs. John W. Newton, Mrs. Chas Blankenbaker, Mrs. Joe Waggoner, Mrs. Alex Puett, and Mr. Wm. Barton with their families. A noon feast followed by music and photos concluded the gathering.
Mrs Harvey D Kohr hosted a three course dinner Tuesday evening in honor of her husband birthday. Guests included Rev C W Fisk and family Ruth Eileen and Clarence Jr Underwood Albert Scott Thelma Underwood Garnett Flynn and others, with well wishes for future birthdays.
Baker and three daughters of Wetumka Oklahoma Mr and Mrs Chas Newton and children Mr and Mrs Quincy Bowman and children Mr and Mrs Frank Bowman and son John W all of Montezuma.
Secretary Meredith argues timber depletion stems from devastation not use. He cites 463 million acres of U S forest lands with 61 million unproductive waste and notes growth is insufficient on vast areas. Keeping forests at work is needed to meet demand and avoid relying on imported European wood.
Mrs Velma P Causey and Miss Carrie Manwaring have returned from attending the teacher's institute at Rockville.
The Oakland Cemetery Board of Trustees met to organize, adopt by laws, and inspect other cemeteries. Dr R L Dooley was elected president and W P Montgomery secretary treasurer. They plan a water system, general meeting for lot owners, and seek public suggestions to elevate Oakland Cemetery.
East and West trains run on Sundays with morning and afternoon departures. East line departures at 8 05, 8 55, 2 13, and 5 58. West line departures at 9 05, 9 00, 5 58, and 8 00 P M.
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