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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1920
Page
1
Mrs. Ethel B. Montgomery died at her Montezuma home Monday morning after a sudden illness that began Sunday. She was survived by her husband and son M ranz J and was a lifelong resident. Funeral services were held at her home Wednesday at 3:00 p.m. with Rev. G O Prentiss officiating.
H Herbert Pawley and Miss Maude Mitchell of Newport wed at Greenfield on May 4 1920. Mrs Mitchell daughter of Lemuel and wife of Pawley work as stenographer at Nordyke Marmon in Indianapolis. Pawley and bridegroom both employed by the same firm with Indianapolis base delivering auto accessories to towns across Ohio and Indiana. He is described as a highly respected young man.
To reside in Indianapolis. With their many friends, we join in wishing them our heartfelt congratulations.
The school building and grounds were auctioned Friday to the highest bidders. Dan Bright bought the building for $1000 and John Davis secured the ground for $230. The old frame building was not sold and may remain on the ground until September.
The Parke County Telephone Co provides subscribers with directory number 19. The book matches the size of the old edition, is well printed and durably bound, and includes a limited amount of advertising from Rockville business men.
Rail timetable fragment lists departure and arrival times for Trains Co and West East routes. Several times appear garbled or stray characters. No complete schedule or destinations are discernible from the fragment.
Miss Nelle Snyder spoke at the MBE church on May 23 describing the society's history and aims to aid foreign immigrants, especially in Chicago's crowded settlements. She noted the work of women to Americanize and teach religious truths to migrants while highlighting harsh conditions and mothers supporting families amid urban unrest.
Fifth Miss Snyder made no appeal for money while here but it is hoped a Home Missionary Circle may be organized here. We who enjoy comforts and good homes are asked to contribute toward improving tragic conditions in our own cities near our doors, through wholesome food, churches, sun, flowers, and trees.
Riverside Temple No. 870 Pythian Sisters met last Friday with nine officers present except Rosa Mitchell. Dana Temple sent a kind invitation via Emma K. Clark. The County Convention of Pythian Sisters is set for June 24 at Dana. Montezuma Pythians urged full attendance. Linus Woodard and Chas Bracken assisted at the temple May 21. Four candidates are to be initiated June 4.
A fragment notes a loafer derives pleasure from watching others toil. The line hints at social attitudes toward labor and idleness without additional context or named individuals.
The column lists numerous residents and visitors including Mrs. Gertrude Cook from Terre Haute, Sam Pressler, Hubert Pollard in Indianapolis, and many local movements. It notes war savings stamps, Burns and Hancock brick plant activity, and local events at the North Mission church. Several families visit relatives, attend races, and plan church services.
Wilbert Blue requests piano tuning services from Mr Gelbreath who will arrive soon to adjust the instrument.
Oscar Armstrong and family visited Mrs. Lewis at West Union Sunday. John Grimes and his wife visited with Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Norman and family. Memorial services at Waterman Sunday night were well received with Sunday School songs and Mr. McFadden of Rockville delivering the address. Spiveys of Covington and Clinton family members visited George Spivey and wife. Lew Evans of Danville and family came for Decoration. Edgar Harvey and family spent Sunday with John Norman near Montezuma. Mrs. Dan Lawson is very sick. J Fern Lewman and wife visited home folks Sunday.
Birthday dinner honored Mr Wm McCord with a noon meal and a jovial gathering. Guests included Frank and Marie, Walter and wife from Bloomington, and Roscoe and family from Attica along with the host and hostess.
Mr and Mrs John S Montgomery of Georgetown Ky arrived Tuesday evening to attend the funeral of Mrs Wm Montgomery. A prize keepsake lost near Montezuma Hillsdale or Clinton carries a liberal reward for information leading to recovery. Mrs Fannie Miles rushed to West Millgrove Ohio upon learning her mother was dying. O F Miller publisher buys Westville Journal and starts Georgetown paper forming Vermillion county newspaper chain. Pool opening day featured Dering Orchestra and a busy crowd enjoying Ye Olde Swimmin Hole under strict regulations.
Paul Thomas of Dana Indiana will cover costs for dead animals and related telephone charges according to a local notice. The agreement specifies compensation for disposal and communication expenses arising from the matter.
A resident denounces a recent public disturbance that left sidewalks stained and glass broken. The writer calls for self restraint, moral conduct, and respect for families to restore the town’s good name and community harmony.
Mrs. Wm. Kemp and daughter Miss Ruby, Mrs. John Athern, Mrs. Eva Whitson and Mrs. Jack Reasner of Indianapolis were here Sunday visiting relatives and old friends.
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