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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1916
Page
1
Sabbath School at 9 39 a m led by J G Hirsbrunner. Preaching at 7 00 p m every Sabbath. Epworth League at 6 00 p m. Thursday Prayer Meeting at 7 30 p m. Pastor BE T Mines.
United Brethren Sabbath School at 9 30 a m led by Mrs Ed Smith on Sept 7 30 p m Christian Endeavor and 3 00 p m preaching every other Sabbath Pastor W E Dyk Catholic Mass on the 2nd and 4th Sunday time announced Father A H Busald pastor
At 9 30 a m Bible School and 10 45 a m Social Service services occur on the second Sunday each month. The Church of Christ meets in the Baptist building with preaching at 10 30 a m on the first and third Sundays and a service at 7 00 p m led by Rev. Chas. T. Cook.
Saturday night prices 10 and 13 cents. Next week features three reel programs and daily showings including Life at Stake with J Warren Werrigan. The Heiress for Two, The Flag of Fortune, Tears and Sunshine, Fatherhood five reels, and The Superior Claim headline the schedule.
The Committee of attorneys named by Gov. Ralston to interpret the new primary election law has issued its report. Composed of W. W. Spencer, W. H. Thompson, and W. A. Bastian, the panel’s findings are of wide voter interest. Inside, the Enterprise publishes the committee’s detailed report. Also, Corner Drug Store advertises Fresh Salted Peanuts for 10c per pound.
Weekend rain sent the Wabash river rising to twenty three feet six inches by Tuesday morning, edging past twenty one feet on Monday. The flood crest, feared to equal or exceed 1913, prompted widespread measuring and concern across Parke and Vermillion counties as relief began with the water slowly receding Wednesday.
The writer mocks the Ground Hog's six week winter forecast after he sees his shadow. Citizens are urged to blame lawmakers for weather delays and lampoon state statutes influenced by notable figures.
A local offer invites customers to obtain a complimentary phonograph by visiting the Druo Store. The promotion highlights free gift participation and directs shoppers to inquire in person for details.
The piece notes how a report about a lake incident and a gash in the abdomen can become distorted as it moves between exchanges. It cites inflated bond figures and jail claims, warning that stories often grow beyond the facts as they are re circulated.
A. Stebbins, jewelry shop proprietor, will relocate to the north room under the opera house. Workmen start at month end to install a modern front with plate glass and a recess door. He plans a soda fountain and to sell cigars and candy, aiming to be settled by March first.
The township notes corrections to disbursement items in the tuition fund. The name Frank Adams was printed twice at the start when the correct name is Frank Anderson.
Frank Pressler the auto man predicts the coming season will be the strongest yet for the automobile industry. He reports high demand for Overland and Ford cars and nearly doubles his initial season contracts. He warns buyers to act early to avoid missing out as winter production will sell out before spring. Gasoline expectations point to cheaper fuel as refining delays ease and prices may drop to ten to fifteen cents.
Twenty five couples enjoyed a dance at Mongomery Hall last Friday night with light refreshments served by Agnes and Helen McGinty and several ladies including Mrs. Brockway Mrs. Kine Mrs. Montgomery Mrs. Mathas Lor ieoser and Cora Mathas.
The Commercial clubs of Indiana with the Indiana Historical Commission launch a state wide Made in Indiana dinner series on February 22 to celebrate the centennial, promote local goods, and highlight home grown after dinner programs. Columbus challenges other towns to outdraw its Indiana Products Day banquet.
The piece notes counties racing for Centennial honors led by Howard County under C. V. Haworth and Kokomo Chamber of Commerce. A September celebration linked to Kokomo Exposition features a transportation pageant. Vigo County joins with a strong bid, and Terre Haute plans a New City Hall memorial. February 22, 1916 marks the date.
Misses Hester Yow Agnes McGinty Alta Broderick and Mr Adais took county examinations at Newport Saturday. Daisy Moore and Mae McKeown took exams at Rockville. The Domestic Science classes have been engaged in Spring house cleaning.
Trade notice from Montezuma advertising a home sale for livestock of most kinds and referencing Ferguson Lumber Co. as a related contact or supplier.
Charity Dye issues a bulletin from the Indiana Historical Commission detailing how to stage a pageant with material and scene outlines adaptable by local communities. The bulletin, obtainable from State House, Indianapolis, appears with notices on centennial activities and future announcements.
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