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Newspaper
Montezuma Enterprise
Location
Montezuma, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1922
Page
1
A Sunday game drew a large crowd as Montezuma beat Terre Haute Framine Standards 6 to 5. Giovanniani was absent in Montezuma, hurting the locals who slipped early but recovered to showcase better hitting and defense.
The Indianapolis Red Sox travel to Montezuma on Sunday to face the local club. They arrive as Semi-Pro champions of Indianapolis last year per the Indianapolis Times. The lineup features Brooks on the mound and O Rourke at short, with Giovanninni and Setree in the outfield, plus seasoned players from Purdue and Butler noted in the report.
The Montezuma Mineral Springs Bathing Pool opened last Sunday with about a thousand visitors. Clinton’s Capital Theater Orchestra provided music. Proprietor Mr. Reeder notes women’s dressing area expanded, 19 new booths added, improved restrooms, an electric hair dryer, curlers, and updates to the pool area including a new spring board and dive platform. The mineral water is described as absolute, pure and fresh.
The editor jokes about a severe boil on the right hand delaying Pontoon Press printing. He notes a new typesetter and a small staff struggle, asking readers to overlook typos until production returns to normal.
The American Legion Morris-Long Post No. 115 will discuss organizing a Scout troop at its next regular meeting on Monday June 12 1922. Watch this paper for further particulars. Harry C. Anderson Post Com.
The Carty Store announces installation of fresh interior decorations to enhance shopping ambiance. Work will update fixtures and display arrangements while preserving floor layout for customers.
Many improvements are underway citywide affecting roads parks and infrastructure. The notes suggest ongoing work but lack specific locations timelines or authorities guiding the projects.
Residents in the south, north and central areas embrace a campaign to improve neighborhoods. They replace roofs and repaint homes and businesses, undertake building additions, and pursue various minor upgrades. The writer praises citizen effort and urges wider participation to continue this momentum.
The Annual District Convention of the Pythian Sisters met in Newport on Friday June 2 with about 250 members present including 25 grand and last grand officers. The Newport local lodge served a two course supper. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Skeeters and daughter Elizabeth Jane, Mr. and Mrs. Wright, Mrs. Bailey, Mrs. Farner, Mrs. Branson, Mrs. Hesler and Misses Leiser and Plank.
William P. Donovan, 38, was electrocuted at Indiana State Prison at 12 08 AM last Thursday June 1. He had previously murdered his wife, who held their baby, at their home near Bloomingdale on July 21, 1921.
Mont Watson begins installing new curbing in front of his business, improving street edge and drainage as part of property improvements.
A Fifth District Legion and Legion Auxiliary meeting will be at Beechwood Park in Rochville on June 16. The Auxiliary hosts a 5:30 to 6:30 picnic supper, followed by a business session to 8, then a program and dance at the Masonic Hall.
A man reads a newspaper on Main Street then tosses it away. A housewife opens tomatoes and discards the can in an alley. A young couple strolls with candy while the box drops on the sidewalk. A farmer’s horse loses a shoe and a bystander moves it to a vacant lot. A convivial spirit swigs in a corner as the scene ends.
A reader laments disdain for litter and junk cluttering the town. The writer calls for action from residents to curb thoughtlessness and improve the town’s appearance, urging everyone to play their part.
A dance hosted by the American Legion will be held at Montgomery Hall on Friday night June 9, 1922. Everyone is invited for a pleasant evening with good music and jolly atmosphere guaranteed.
The Absent-Minded Man recalls staying up till midnight and realizing the string on his finger was a reminder to go to bed early. He shares a hearty laugh with friends as he retells the moment.
Roy Aikman trustee announces Mahan chosen to lead Reserve Ship Schools. He is an Indiana educator with a 1909 university music degree, Indiana State Normal School diploma in 1920, and pursuing a Chicago University master’s. Six years as administrator and teacher in Indiana precede his appointment. He seeks citizen support to maintain school spirit.
The item describes Davey Store basement walls under construction and busy workmen. It notes marriages in Waterville Ohio and travels of Albert Montgomery's family from Culver Military Academy to San Francisco and Hawaii. Reece Johns heads to chautauqua work across multiple states with praise for his piano talento.
The obituary for Lina Cross details her as G. W. and Eliza Cross’s youngest child, lifelong Rockville resident, skilled seamstress, later Dry Goods clerk, and devoted church member who died May 29, 1922 after illness. She leaves sisters, five nieces, and two nephews. funeral was led by Rev. McMullen and Rev. Clark at A. J. Morris home, Oakland cemetery interment.
The Parke County Historical Society met at Mrs. Rufus Dooley’s Rockville home to arrange a county trip in September to locate marker sites. State officers will assist. residents who received blanks are asked to return them. Lon Deverter of Galveston Texas will write Annapolis history. The society seeks volunteer cooperation and notes its work is unpaid and for future generations.
Cal Bartlow buys a house from Mrs. Mary Oxley and relocates it to a vacant lot east of his home. He remodels the structure for rental. Marx Briedenback returns from California and Ohio for an open ended stay, enjoying reunion with old Wabash friends after a pleasant winter.
Listings show train times for the Co and W routes with westbound and eastbound departures in early morning and evening. Also includes noon and afternoon segments with specific times and platform notes for south and northbound travel.
Business ad lists for sale used automobile parts for all makes from Er nies Garage at Clinton. It seeks a reliable buyer to handle produce and cream at Decatur with commission or salary, inquiries directed to Swift and Co.
The Morris family and Miss Lulu Case express gratitude to friends and neighbors for floral offerings and assistance at the funeral and burial of their aunt Miss Lina Cross. They thank Mrs. Hamilton for providing the music.
I am prepared to weave your rugs and carpets Mrs Hines Montezuma. F R SaLeE-Overland 81 five passenger automobile five tires chpap. I B Causey.
The piece highlights numerous gardens in bloom with striking colors. It singles out two especially lovely displays belonging to Mrs. R. W. Sutton and Mrs. Harry Welch.
Notige It has purchased Clare Con ley's Reduction Plant at Judson. Will call and remove dead animals free of charge. Call the Reduction Plant, Judson. Charles Armstrong.
Saturday June 10 the duo Jack Holt and Hedda Nova present The Mask in a headline act. Local theatergoers urged to arrive early as the show opens with a full cast and stage effects.
The listing notes May McAvoy starring in A Home Spun Vamp, supported by Torchy Comedy. The pair headline screenings for Sunday, June 11.
On Tuesday June 13 Jack Hoxie stars in The Broken Spur a Western with a 2 reel comedy following. Admission 10 and 20 cents.
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