Field Meet Sparks Strong Showings Despite Weather
The Re serve township annual field meet on May 2 ran from 9 a.m. to after 4 p.m. H. S. Boys Claude Billings set a record and won first in every event he entered for 35 points, with Clifford Clary at 25 and Paul Maxwell at 22. Foster MecMasters, Omar MecMasters, and Charles Thomas tied at 19, Virgil Kennedy had 13, Harry Machine and Robert Burns 8, Leon Dulgar 3, Hugh Osborn 2, Walter Crabtree 1. Grade Boys Robert Holt led with 30 points, Max Clary 22, Myers of Col oma 19, Lawrence Dwyer 12, Pan Burns 11.
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Reserve Township
H. S
Claude Billings
Clifford Clary
Paul Maxwell
Foster
Omar MecMasters
Charles Thomas
Virgil Kennedy
Harry Machine
Robert Burns
Leon Dulgar
Hugh Osborn
Walter Crabtree
Robert Holt
Max Clary
Myers
Coloma
Lawrence Dwyer
Pan Burns
Athletic Showdown Highlights Local School Scores
The event tallied multiple sports points with Darrell Glaze R ic Fred Machin and Ivan Keller leading boys on eight points. Marie Ryland topped the girls with nineteen, followed by Mildred Hughes eighteen and Beulah Claypool seventeen. Awards went to top scorers Claude Billings Clifford Clary Paul Maxwell for boys and Marie Ryland Mildred Hughes Beulah Claypool for girls. Officials included D Reel Starter Harl Keller and judges Lundgren Dwyer.
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Darrell Glaze
R.ic
Fred Machin
Ivan Keller
Teddy Naylor
Owen Tucker
Stanley Garrett
Everett Woodard
Paul Gill
Eugene Esker
Guy
Riddle
Coloma
Muirl Branson
Marie Ryland
Mildred Hughes
Beulah Claypool
Beatrice Dodge
Caroline Dodge
Helen Myers
Fannie Hoover
Mildred Aikman
Geraldine Ayers
Claude Billings
Clifford Clary
Beu'ah Claypool
Gooch Reel
D. Reel
Harl Keller
Lundgren
Dwyer
Earl Keller
Private sale of fine furniture and household goods
Dr Cone advertises a private sale offering a large assortment of furniture and household items. He invites readers to inspect the wares and promises many bargains.
Commencement Exercises Set At New High School
The Class of 1921 will hold commencement tonight at 8 o clock in the new High School Auditorium. The program features the High School Orchestra and Chorus, an invocation by Rev. N W Clark, a violin solo Poet and Peasant by Helen Asbury, address by Dr L N Hines State Superintendent, diploma presentation by Principal C C Kelso, and benediction by Rev J W Whitson. Graduates listed include Clifford Clary Sylvia King Omar McMasters Ira Mathas Frances Naylor Lenna Whitson Paul Maxwell John H Jollies. County officials C C Kelso and L C Lundgren attend with Roy Aikman township trustee.
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Helen Asbury
Clifford Clary
Sylvia King
Omar McMasters
Ira Mathas Frances Naylor Lenna Whitson
Paul Maxwell
Mothers Shape Nation Through Love and Character
A reflection on the enduring power of mothers shaping the future of the country and the world. The maternal influence is described as the deepest force guiding the first heartbeat and the moral character of children.
The Value of a Mother's Love in Faithful Words
A reflection on mothers and heaven describing a child’s need for a mother’s love, the joy of reunion in heaven, and the irreplaceable blessing of a mother’s care as a divine gift. It evokes gratitude for mothers and laments their absence.
Working People Need to Do Their Share
A call urges all workers to be at definite jobs and contribute during difficult times. It emphasizes practical tasks at home and in the community such as mending, cleaning, gardening, and repairs to sustain wealth and personal value.
New School Colors at Montezuma High
Montezuma High students met Monday to choose next year's colors. After considering many options the group settled on purple and white, replacing this year’s dominant purple and old gold. Karl Keller, Student Mgr.
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Montezuma High School
Karl Keller
Mgr
Insurance Man Visits as Brick Plant Shuts Down
Mr. L. S. Carpenter of Greenscastle representing Aetna Life Insurance called on local merchants Monday. The Southern Brick Plant closed Monday for an indefinite period, leaving workers uncertain about the outlook.
Seed Time Parable of Sowing and Harvest Belief
The piece likens life to sowing seeds and harvests, stressing that what is sown in health happiness and good will eventually ripen into fruit. It notes delays can occur yet future harvests arrive, citing writers taking years to publish their first works and stressing patience and perseverance.
Local Families Share Weekend Visits and Birth Notices
Russell Wright and Fred Hall of Indianapolis spent the weekend with their parents. A baby boy born to Mr. and Mrs. Ray Bosley April 26 lived only a few days. Mr. and Mrs. John Bosley visited Clin ton Sunday. Linus Woodard and son John of Rockville were dinner guests of Chas. Woodard Sunday. A baby girl arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Morris April 25. Afternoon callers at Mrs. Rachel Weaver Sunday were Mrs. Will Richard and Ruth and Mrs. W. G. Myers and daughter. Lawrence Woodard and family Parke Dooley and son and Mrs. John Smith attended baccalaureate services at Montezuma Sunday afternoon. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Ryan and daughter Geraldine of Attica were weekend guests of Mrs. T. H. Smith. Mrs. Sam Skeeters and Mrs. T. H. Smith attended commencement exercises at Bloomingdale Friday evening. School will close here next Friday. Mrs. Jim Lewis and daughter were dinner guests of Mrs. Sam Smith Tuesday.
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Russell Wright
Fred Hall
Indianapolis
Ray Bosley
John Bosley
Clinton
Linus Woodard
John
Rockville
Chas. Woodard
Ralph Morris
Rachel Weaver
Will Richard
Ruth
W. G. Myers
Lawrence Woodard
Parke Dooley
John Smith
Montezuma
Sam Skeeters
T. H. Smith
Bloomingdale
Card of Thanks for Baby’s Sickness and Death
We thank neighbors and friends for assistance and sympathy during our baby’s illness and death. Gratitude for floral offerings and consoling words from our pastor Rev Commons and Mr and Mrs Ray Bosley.
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Commons
Ray Bosley
Gala Sunday for Joy Riders Crowds in the Streets
Painting and papering mark a busy day while crowds fill the streets from morning to night. The note describes a festive Sunday with joy riders and dense street activity.
April Weather Brings Spring House Cleaning Traditions
Readers recall April showers and a traditional home cleaning spree as warm days arrive. The season prompts women like Ji Bidsy to nurture chicks, tidy interiors, mend garments, polish floors, and settle into a comfortable, orderly home before fresh growth and blossoms fill the air.
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Ji Bidsy
Fatal accident claims Clarence Baker in Terre Haute camping trip
Clarence Baker, 28, of Terre Haute, was accidentally shot in the leg while boating with his brother Tracy Baker and Arnold Huffman near here. Huffman reportedly grabbed a gun in the boat causing discharge. Baker died at Union hospital after his leg was amputated, Huffman has since disappeared.
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Clarence Baker
Terre Haute
Tracy Baker
Arnold Huffman
Winter Returns With Heavy Snow and Busy Households
The text recalls a sudden winter resurgence with floods and blooms, gardens failing, coal orders filled, heating plants revived, stoves lit again, and livestock housed. People kept heavy coats buttoned as days dragged on, yet hope remains for relief as the season’s length becomes clear.
The Self Shaver’s Rusty Hoe Trials Gory Whisker War
In a humorous local note a character nicknamed The Self Shaver wields a rusty safety hoe against a rugged whisker pasture. The piece playfully touts a patient being elected to the Luklikell Club once finished, promising humor and a wink to readers.
Magers Knight Wed in New Kentucky Ceremony
J Walter Magers of Detroit Michigan married Lola G Knight of Parke County at New Kentucky on Thursday April 21 1921. The groom is identified in relation to Detroit and the bride from Parke County.
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J. Walter Magers
Detroit, Mich
Lola G. Knight
Parke County
New Kentucky
Knight and bride wedding in Detroit home of groom
Cards from Parke county announce the marriage of the daughter of Mr and Mrs Grant Knight to the groom whose mother and father are brother and sister. They will reside at 20386 Mullane Ave Detroit where the groom works at the Ford plant Hoosier State.
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Grant Knight
Parke County
This County
Mullane Ave
Detroit
Ford Automobile Factory
Hoosier State
For SALE Cabbage and Tomato plants by Morris duo
Carl and Roger Morris offer cabbage and tomato plants for sale. Readied starts, fair prices. Contact Morris residence for details and pickup. Plant varieties not specified. Snapped sale note from local page.
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Carl and
Roger Morris
Taxi Service Call Myers Auto Go
Taxi service ad lists Myers Auto Go as contact with phone 73 and operator Fred Watson. Service appears to advertise local taxi option and driver name for dispatch.
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Myers Auto Go
Fred Watson
Spirella Corsets Ad Seeks Mrs Helen McClain
An advertisement invites orders or correspondence to Mrs Helen McClain, Spirella Corsetiere, Dana Indiana, for Spirella Corsets and Accessories.
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Spirella
Helen McClain
Dana
Indiana
For Sale Used Upright Piano
Upright piano offered for immediate sale. Available to piano dealer or private party. Terms negotiable. Address A-23 care of The Enterprise.
Wanted young man to sell life insurance in Greencastle
Aetna Life Insurance seeks a young man for part time or full time life insurance sales. Reference required. Apply to L. S. Carpenter, Special Agent, Greencastle Indiana.
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L.S. Carpenter
Aetna Life Insurance Co
Greencastle
Ind
Salesmen Wanted for Heberling Medicines Territory
Houst lers with team or auto can earn $50 to $60 weekly selling Heberling medicines extracts spices toilet articles and livestock specialties direct to farm customers. No upfront stock, steady demand, liberal profits, you are your own boss. No experience needed. Write soon for details and to secure your home county. Heberling Medicine Co Box 6 Bloomington, Ill.
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Heberling
Heberling Medicine Co
Bloomington
Til
Paul Thomas to Pay for Dead Animals and Phone Charges
Paul Thomas of Dana Indiana will cover costs for dead animals and related telephone charges.
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Paul Thomas
Dana, Ind
Obituary Rosa Carter Glines of Hillsdale
Rosa Carter Glines born Sept. 16 1871 near Hillsdale Vermilion county married Oct. 10 1889 to Thomas Glines died aged 50 years 7 months 12 days. She leaves husband daughter Ida M Keller father Daniel Carter brother Asa Carter and relatives. She joined the Methodist church fourteen years ago and lived a Christian life.
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Rosa Carter Glines
David
Susie Carter
Thomas Glines
Vermillion County
Hillsdale
Ida M. Keller
Methodist Church
Daniel Carter
Asa Carter
Mary Nicome
Joe Carter
David Underwood
River bottom blooms attract children and crowds
The article notes many children and young folks enjoy wild flowers in the river bottom. It also mentions several children currently have mumps. Saturday night drew a large crowd with streets lined in town.
Trains Schedule Notes For Brazil and North Divisions
Train times listed for C and H I South and North divisions with morning and afternoon departures. Brazil division shows 4 05 PM and 6 18 AM for the north division, alongside other listed times.
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Brazil
Pauline Frederick in Madame X at The Rex
Sunday screening pays tribute to mothers with Pauline Frederick in Madame X. Special music includes piano and saxophone. Admission 15c and 30c.
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Mother
Rex
Mother Love
Pauline Frederick
Pearl White Stars In The Tiger's Cub Coming Next Thursday
The Tiger's Cub features Pearl White in a new screening set to open next Thursday. The film presents a thrilling tale of danger and daring with White in a daring lead role.
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Pearl White
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Kingdom of Dreams
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Prin
C. C. Kelso
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L. S. Carpenter
J. H. Ryan
Geraldine
Attica
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Sam Smith
Good Dame
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Rosa
C. & H. I. South
Fatty Arbuckle
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Milburn-Moranti
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Girl of My Heart
Mutt and Jeff
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