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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1916
Page
1
The piece argues against misleading reports on state funding for dredging and river improvements. It urges sticking to facts about vaccination and criticizes sensational headlines that harm neighboring towns.
The first Centen nial Memorial Medal is cast with low relief showing Indiana’s Admission to the Union and historic Corydon landmarks on one side. the other side bears an enhanced Indiana State Seal. An $18 numbered proof with Governor Ralston signature will be issued, nine per commission member and nine per county, priced at five dollars, with a general issue medal at one dollar.
Mrs. Mary Oxley received a letter from her son Morton on Tuesday night saying his troop was en route to the border and would reach Mercedes Texas once he improves. He praised the welcome along the line with large crowds at every station wishing them God speed and said he will write soon about soldier life in general.
Dr. Charles W. Overpeck of Rockville died after using a double barrel shotgun in an apparent self harm. His brother physicians failed to save him. The motive appeared linked to ongoing court proceedings related to his divorce from his former wife. In late May he remarried Daisy Moore of this place.
Fragmentary notice describes a dispute involving TT at Home and a business named Enterprise. The readable text references legal action and possible enforcement, with unclear dates or parties beyond these entities.
The past week shows a marked improvement with only one new case. Five houses remain under quarantine, three to be cleared by the end of the week or early next. Fumigation work progresses well, steering the town toward complete disease freedom. Emphasizes thorough approved fumigation to prevent future epidemic risk.
Sam Francis of Dana issued a check to Barney Davey last week that proved fraudulent. Davey had him arrested and the offender remains jailed in Rockville as he learns that the path of the transgressor is not smooth sailing.
The Town Trustees met in regular session last Thursday night and directed the marshal to mow all weeds ASAP. Property owners must clear weeds on their lots and alleys and streets should be kept clear.
A Sunday birthday gathering at Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Goodsell drew about thirty friends with baskets of food. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Fred Shalley and Doris Dill, Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Skeeters and Bert, Mary Goodsell, Theo Hixon and family, J.A. Morris and family, John Stevens, D W Jackson of Mecca, Joseph Dill, Mamie Jackson, Beantrine Jackson, Dud Milan and Darrell.
A Kansas parent thanks city authorities for two week quarantine during a smallpox scare. The note praises undisturbed meals and rest, cites a cousin fleeing after seeing the sign, and asks for future similar care for the family's comfort. Signed Lysander Johnson.
Real estate transfers listed include Cecil G. Headd to Frank Wood for a lot in Houghmans Addition Rockville for 1400 dollars. W P Montgomery to Fred Machledt for Montezuma lots at 1 dollar. Rebecca Jarvis to Myrtle J Collings for 24 acres Greene for 1 dollar. Franz Sigel to Samuel J Wilton 60 acres Raccoon for 1 dollar. John T Kelley guardian to America Rukes 77 acres Raccoon for 1 dollar. Glenn Youmans to Peter Hanner John Berwyns Addition Mecca for 25 dollars.
Frank Lee traveled to Indianapolis on Tuesday to arrange repairs for his Ford. He plans to have the cylinders teethed and fitted in the best shape possible.
Miss Gertrude Rierden spent last Friday in Terre Haute. Buick for sale 1916 five passenger six cylinder run under 300 miles. Community events include picnics and visits around Attica, Indianapolis, Green Castle and Kingman. The I. and W. railroad to run a Sunday school excursion July 26 to Indianapolis.
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