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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1913
Page
4
The notice records Montezuma Indiana post office as a second class matter. It shows the date August 9 1912 and references the Act of March 3 1879. It indicates mail status and official filing context for publication.
One year in advance St 95 Six months re oe 65 Three months . 3d Advertising 1ees on application. All copy for ads should be in this office not later than Wednesday morning to insure insertion for that week. Montezuma Indiana January 31 1913.
Instruction to place all legal notices in the ENTERPRISE for publication by attorneys. Notices include appointment administrator executor guardian survey road ditch real estate sale non resident notices. Clients control notices. inform attorneys to use desired paper to avoid politicized publication.
The text advises drivers to aim for a glancing blow when hitting a pedestrian or obstruction at high speed and to push them aside rather than up, warns about windshield glass injuries, and suggests toot signaling after a collision to warn the pedestrian. It emphasizes personal responsibility and cautions against backing up without warning.
Robert Glover contemplates installing an ice plant to serve the surrounding area and is researching the probable cost. He plans a capacity strong enough to supply the adjacent territory, hoping for encouragement so winter on tap by hot weather.
The editor mentions receiving a Metz 22 Road ster as a Christmas present and awaits improved road conditions for a test spin.
In a year, Arthur Brisbane urged ending high auto prices and building affordable cars. He argued the industry will shift from luxury to practical, urging a big new producer to offer a low priced car. He cites Metz 22 Four-cylinder Roadster Torpedo as a $500 example at Pressler's Auto Sales Rooms.
All brothers of Montezuma Lodge No 89 invite to the regular meeting on Wednesday evening February 5. Special business will be discussed and member input requested. Road hauling limits are listed by tire size, including 3,000 to 3,800 pounds. Kingman electric light booster activity is noted and encouragement to advocate for electric lighting.
Property transfers include Dempsey Archer to John Hartman Florida land valued at 800 dollars. Marion C Pratt to John P Martin Greene land valued at 43600 dollars. Sarah E Mote to Joseph L Swain Bloomingdale lot valued at 274 dollars. Edward C McMurtry to John M Hart Washington land valued at 15000 dollars. W P Montgomery to Albert Chapman Montezuma lot valued at 270 dollars. Brownie H Stone et al to Randolph A Harmless Florida land valued at 114 dollars. William Hanton to John Major Diamond lots valued at 75 dollars. Henry H Rice to George I Lewis Rockville lot valued at 500 dollars. Mary A Sprouse to Amanda Akins Rockville lot valued at 30 dollars. Robert Rickey to Wm Cornthwaite Wabash land valued at 25 dollars. Robert M Crooks to Scott Nevins Crook s add Bridgeton lot valued at 80 dollars.
An upstate contemporary reports a New contribution box for churches by an Oklahoma man. Different coins trigger sounds or actions from silence to a rattle and camera. The inventor’s name and address are not given, but several town church stewards seek contact.
A poem from the Record-Herald challenges judging by appearances. It asserts that looks do not determine valor endurance or talent, noting that great warriors and healers may lack obvious attributes. The piece mocks superficial judgments and emphasizes unseen qualities.
A fragmentary note mentions Clinton and a first event or moment described as awe inspiring. The legible text is incomplete, offering limited context about people, places, or exact actions.
A humorous quip asks what becomes of old automobile tires as a friend questions the fate of worn tires. Pat replies with a humorous but vague line, reflecting a playful exchange.
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