Kemp sells grocery stock to L. O. Ingram
Wm. E. Kemp has sold his grocery stock to L. O. Ingram of Hillsdale and will leave the business due to ill health. Ingram, with grocery experience, will take charge Monday and intends to have stock ready in a few days. The town predicts brisk trade from the advertising move.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wi. E. Kemp
L. O. Ingram
Iillsdale
Kemp
Hillsdale
Wm. E. Kemp
Mr. Ingram
Ingram
Ex Governor Francis Praises Local Papers
The ex governor lauds local newspapers saying they donate substantial free space to the community and provide a stronger value than other institutions. He argues editors deserve support for the public benefit and notes papers are often morally aligned yet underpaid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis
West
Oyster Supper Delayed One Week Due To Bad Weather
The Oyster Supper scheduled for Saturday night January 31 has been moved to the following week because ice and travel difficulties. The venue remains the first door north of the Bakery. Enjoy oyster soup, pies, strong coffee and conversation as the community gathers to support the event and the hosting ladies.
Townsend Returns to Primary Building This Week
Miss McNeown and Mrs. Causey were visitors in Terre Haute Saturday. Miss Schauffer spent the weekend at her home in Terre Haute. Vivian Adams is back in school after a three week absence due to illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Townsend
Miss McNeown
Mrs. Causey
Terre Haute
Miss Schauffer
Vivian Adams
Siy
Slippery Hill Slide Prompts Cautious Ride
A fragment notes slippery conditions on a hill causing cautious sliding. No injuries or specific location provided.
Icy Weather Halts Town Life and Trade
A severe ice spell blanketed the area with several inches of ice. Streets and sidewalks were treacherous, farmers struggled to care for stock, and merchants postponed arrivals to town. No serious accidents yet, but residents recall no worse in memory.
Ready At Last Reveals Fatal Smallpox Diagnosis
A doctor informs a patient he is suffering from small pox while the man, speaking to his wife Julia, asks that creditors be told he can finally give them something. The scene ends with a quiet, grave moment as the patient faces illness and debt.
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Julia
Aid Society Meets at Christian Church in January gathering
Mrs. George Hamilton hosted the Aid Society of the Christian Church on January 22 from two to five. Mrs. Wm. E. Kemp led the meeting with scripture and discussion. Mrs. John Pickle read minutes and the 1919 annual report and presided over an election naming Mrs. A. E. Higbee as president and Mrs. A. Warner as vice president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hamilton
Aid Society of the Christian Church
Wm. E. Kemp
John Pickle
A. E. Higbee
A. Warner
John Pickel
Yeggmen Foiled in Newport Vault Robbery
Yeggmen attempted to rob a Newport vault but were unsuccessful. They gained entry and damaged the fire proof vault’s knob and combination, yet no valuables were taken according to the report.
They Solve The H. C. Of L. A West Lebanon Couple
A couple from West Lebanon are noted for solving high living costs. Clair E. Day will have rice every day and plans a life with Miss Elizabeth Rice. The humorous verse hints at daily routines and enduring happiness tied to rice.
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West Lebanon
Clair E. Day
Elizabeth Rice
Attica Leager
Reading rhythm of the Enterprise readers the paper line by line
A reader describes how with the Enterprise a daily paper each line is read from start to finish and then rechecked to ensure nothing is missed. The note contrasts magazine and daily paper reading habits.
Railroad lineman injured in Saturday accident
Ginty, a lineman for the West pany railroad, was hurt while repairing wires after a riot. He fell from a pole and sustained severe internal injuries, broken ribs, and back and hip damage. He was taken to a hospital for examination and treatment. His wife reports he is as well as could be expected under the circumstances.
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Ginty
West
Pany
Ind
St. B Hospital
Sunday School and Worship Schedule at Local Church
The article notes growing church attendance with Sunday School at 9 00 A M and worship at 11 00 A M. Evening service at 7 00 P M with Mrs Kolir leading, and choir practice Tuesdays at the parsonage. Pastor W Fisk invites all to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ming
Malachi
Kolir
Chir
Old Fashioned Home Coming Set for Feb 6 1920
Montgomery Hall hosts an Old Fashioned Home Coming on February 6 1920. All veterans in uniform will attend with music and dancing for a community fundraiser supporting the American Legion post. Attendees urged to bring friends and support local heroes with a night of clean fun.
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Montgomery Hall
American Legion
Icebound Social Notes From Local Watch
Miss Currie Manwaring spent Saturday night with relatives of this place. Gene Bord was a Newport caller Sunday evening. Elmer Garrard was at DePaw Tuesday night. We will all be glad when this ice is gone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gene Bord
Newport
Elmer Garrard
Newport guest causes Montezuma business visit
In Newport this week a guest of the Bulger family, Mr. Tom Causey Sr., and his son Charles, were in Montezuma on business Tuesday.
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Newport
Bulger
Tom Causey Sr
Charles
Montezuma
Wann Public Sale Announced In Local Notice
A. H. Wann will hold a public sale Friday. The town sees many new cars passing through westbound daily. All soldiers and sailors will join the American Legion. Christian ladies plan a Thursday quilting meeting with Mrs. Wm. Kemp. Mrs. G. W. Farrer, sister of Mrs. Wilbert Blue, has joined a Presbyterian home for old ladies in Highland Park Illinois.
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The
American Legion
Ladies of the Christian Church
G. W. Farrer
Wilbert Blue
Highland Park, Ill
Chicago
For Sale 39 Indiana Farms Ranging 20 to 250 Acres
O. L. Brown and Son of Montezuma Indiana advertise 39 farms for sale with acreage from twenty to two hundred fifty acres. Prices are stated as right. Speak to the brokers for terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Dr Rose Week Exhibit Locals Attend
A brief report notes Dr Rose Week’s event drawn by locals. Attendance and timing details are limited in the fragment but indicate community interest.
Pope to Leave Practice for Vacation After Sale
Dr Pope has sold his Idale practice and will take several weeks vacation before resuming work, though his future location remains undecided. He is regarded as a fine and successful chiropractor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. L. Pope
Idale
Dead Animals Charge Noted In Indiana Notice
The record lists payment commitments for dead animals and mentions Paul Thomas Dana in Indiana along with telephone charges as part of the liability or expenditure notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willl
Paul Thomas
Dana
Ind
Montezuma Garage Sells Several Used Cars
The Montezuma Garage advertises several used cars with favorable prices and reasonable terms for qualified buyers. Sales emphasize responsible financing and prompt payment to secure deals.
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Montezuma
Do you know the war savings and sacrifice in 1919 life
A string of questions highlights wartime strains on workers families and shoppers. It contrasts low wages and high living costs with choices about purchases investments and savings aimed at urging thrift and national effort.
Not Necessary to Save Says Government Securities Are Slow
The Toledo Commerce Club News comments that saving via government securities like Liberty Bonds War Savings Stamps and Treasury Savings Certificates is deemed too slow small or old fashioned for investments. The piece critiques the public stance on wartime finance.
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Treasury
Taxpayer assistance announced for Montezuma and Rockville
Deputy Collector Mr 3 E Crockett will be in Montezuma January 28 to 31 and in Rockville Indiana Courthouse February 2 to 14 to help taxpayers file their 1919 income tax returns.
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3. E. Crockett
Montezuma
Rockville
Ind
The Wooden Spdil Feature Promises Weeks in The Enterprise
The Western Newspaper Union will publish The Wooden Spdil starting next week in The Enterprise. Readers are urged not to miss this story as it unfolds over several weeks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Western Newspaper Union
Spdil
Enterprise
Girl Wantred At the Cottage Hotel
A notice from O. L. Holmes proprietor addresses a girl described as wantre d at the Cottage Hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. L. Holmes
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Tion Eral
Aev
A. H. Wann
O. L. Brown & Son
Montezuma, Ind
Dr. Rose
Tor
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Kellly
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