Obituary Laurel Morris dies at 50 in Coloma vicinity
Lauretta Morris daughter of Wesley and Elizabeth Morris born near Coloma August 27 1871 died September 18 1921 at age 50 years 21 days She married James Manwaring December 28 1899 Having one child who died in infancy She was a devout Christian since age 15 and helped the sick and needy Always a devoted wife and homemaker She leaves husband three sisters and one brother Funeral at Friends church Coloma on Wednesday afternoon led by Rev David Commons
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Lauretta Morris
Wesley
Elizabeth Morris
Coloma
James Manwaring
Christ
Martha of Old
C. T. Wall
Will Bartley
Rockville
Robert Peer
Jacksonville
Jesse Morris
Oakland Cemetery Update Affects Section Two
AFragment indicates plans or actions impacting section two of the Oakland cemetery. The readable text references the site location and changes but lacks clear dates or official details. Further confirmation from the cemetery office is needed for precise scope and timing.
Community thanks for support in hour of sorrow
Through the columns of the Enterprise the family thanks friends neighbors Coloma choir and pallbearers for their vindness in our hour of sorrow James Manwaring Nettie Peer
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Enterprise
Coloma
James Manwaring
Nettie Peer
Ford Sales Boost Signals Shortages Across Regions
A telegram to Indianapolis Ford branch shows daily retail Ford car and truck sales up fifty percent in the first week after price cuts. Dealers report marked shortages of enclosed car types and rising backlogs as unsatisfied orders pile up while production remains at the regular monthly rate of one hundred thousand units.
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Indianapolis
Ford Motor Co
Myers Car & Tractor Co
Ford
Dead or Alive and Man Woman Marriage Silent Features Return
Jack Hoxie stars in Dead or Alive and Dorothy Phillips leads Man Woman Marriage directed by Allen Holubar. Nine reels showcase thousands of players horses and wild animals among new screen wonders.
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Jack Hoxie
Allen Holubar
Dorothy Phillips
Mrs Franks Lee Dies After Long Illness In 1921
Mrs Frank Lee died at her North River Street home Saturday evening September 24 1921 after years of affliction and a brief final illness. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 PM conducted by Rev N W Clark. Interment followed in Oakland Cemetery with O L Brown and Son funeral directors.
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Frank Lee
North River Street
Death Notice for Mrs. Mary Simpson Lee
Mary Simpson Lee born June 25 1858 Vermillion county daughter of Joseph and Rosella Simpson married Frank Lee March 9 1874. One daughter died in infancy an adopted daughter Ethel died March 21 1914. Survived by husband two sisters Mrs Fred Lindsey West Terre Haute Mrs H D Coffin Montezuma one brother Frank Simpson Hillsdale and many relatives. Thanks extended to neighbors friends Rev Clark and singers and Rebekahs for kindness.
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Mary
Joseph
Rosella Simpson
Vermillion County
Frank Lee
Ethel
Fred Lindsey
West Terre Haute
H. D. Coffin
Montezuma
Frank Simpson
Hillsdale
BASE BALL SUNDAY Yeddo to Play Montezuma at Local Diamond
The Yeddo ball team scheduled to play Montezuma on Sunday promises one of the season’s best games. Yeddo is regarded as among the strongest in the area and fans are urged to attend and support the players. Montezuma reports debt paid and another game planned for next Sunday with proceeds beyond expenses shared among Montezuma players.
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Yeddo
Montezuma
Stunday
Montezuma Ball Club
Birthday Surprise At Mrs. Rohr Home
Relatives and friends gathered at Mrs. Isabelle Rohr’s home last Sunday for a birthday surprise. They arrived with baskets and shared a noon dinner, presenting gifts and enjoying music and conversation. Send wishes for many more happy days as guests departed in the evening.
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Isabelle Rohr
Montezuma Accommodations Train Added on C I & W
A new passenger train named the Montezuma Accommodations began operating on the C I & W road between Montezuma and Decatur Illinois. Westbound No 14 leaves Montezuma at 6 15 AM arriving Decatur 9 10 AM. Eastbound leaves Decatur at 3 00 PM arriving Montezuma at 5 50 PM.
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Montezuma
Decatur, Ilinois
Decatur
Buds Turn From Budweiser To Clarity
A brief note from American Legion Weekly cites a man quitting Budweiser to gain a clearer head and feel more alert. His buddy asks why, and the responder says the change makes him a bud wiser.
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American Legion Weekly
Car belonging to Dr. J. C. Reeder recovered near Catlin
A stolen car owned by Dr. J. C. Reeder was found abandoned in a timbered area on the Marve Carter farm near Catlin. Sheriff Peare and a timberman located the vehicle, which had been driven about 800 miles, and returned it to Rockville for restoration.
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J. C. Reeder
Catlin
Marve Carter
Sherriff Peare
Rockville
Peare
Dr. Reeder
Harry
Wong
Baseball Showdown Between Montezuma and Dana High
Montezuma and Dana High met on Friday with Dana taking an early three run lead after Montezuma errors. The Dana squad capitalized on the misplays, but Montezuma’s coach remained undeterred as the game continued.
Montezuma Defeats Dana In Close Baseball Tilt
In a tight game Montezuma scored three runs in the fourth inning and seven to six after five. Dana answered with two in the fifth before Montezuma added four in the same frame to lead 7 6 and finish 8 to 7 in favor of Montezuma. Coach Reel reports the team in good shape for upcoming games versus Mecca and Dana.
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Monte
Claud Billings
Dana
Nome
Montezuma
Mecca
Reel
Dentist Seethes Over Nonpayment After Teeth Anger
A Middle West dentist, unable to collect a year’s bill for a fine artificial set, reports that the client not only refused payment but gnashed at him with the very teeth he made. The dentist recounts the incident to his wife in frustration.
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Middle West
Wrestling Match Set At Opera House This Saturday
A wrestling bout scheduled for Saturday night at the opera house features Anderson from this place versus Qudry of Jasonville. Anderson has trained three weeks at Terre Haute and should be in strong form to face the heavier opponent. Boxing bouts will precede the wrestling which promises strong interest.
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Opera House
Anderson
This Place
Qudry
Jasonville
Terre Haute
Quote on trouble and resilience from a thoughtful observer
A reflective line notes that some people endure multiple kinds of trouble at once. The speaker contrasts those who carry present, past, and future burdens with clear insight, urging patience and resolve in facing life’s challenges.
Street encounter noted in fragmented dialogue
A fragmentary street scene depicts two people conversing about fashion and a tailor. The overheard exchange mentions a suit, advice on appearance, and a plan to call someone for attention.
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Ager
Wwe
Bat
Local Wit on Russia Tariffs and Revival of Activities
Fragmentary item mentions Covington townsfolk and a jab at Bolsheviks as Russia a source of raw material. Notes Congress hesitates on tariff bills. Observes men preferring to watch others work and hints at a revival of activities.
Luxuries Spend, High Cost of Necessities Scarce
A fragment notes Americans spent over four billion dollars on luxuries last year while many face the high cost of necessities. The jumbled text references soaked memories, old days, and a Toledo Blade quotation without full context.
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Toledo (Ohio
Local visits and shopping trips across midwest towns
Sam Montgomery of Chicago visits Dr. J. C. Reeder and family. Miss Agnes McGinty spent last Thursday in Indianapolis shopping. Mesdames Frank Bowman and Chas Newton shopped in Rockville. Dr. and Mrs. R. Ll. Dooley traveled to Indianapolis for a short stay on Wednesday. J. K. Johnston returned home from Omaha after a brief visit with his brother Will Johnston.
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Sam Montgomery
Chicago
Dr. J. C. Reeder
Agnes McGinty
Indianapolis
J. K. Johnston
Omaha
Neb
Will Johnston
Hector Becomes Local Businessman Driving to Town
The piece traces Hector from a boyish stage to a live business figure who drives a sports model car to town. He pockets savings by clipping Liberty Bond coupons and pays for two years of the newspaper in advance.
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Hector
Local News Notes and Storm Damages Report
Rev J C Whitson and Al Sharp attend the M EB Conference after a severe rain and lightning storm last Saturday night. Dee Pressler seeks rheumatism treatment in Martinsville. The eight month old son of Geo Gaines near Snake Hollow died Saturday. Rev S Hart of Hillsdale moves from Indianapolis to Hillsdale. A Newport marriage license issued for Don Anderson and Marie Shew from Hillsdale. Cholera reported near Dana. swine vaccination ongoing near Paris Illinois. Lee Sanders and Done 18 both of Mr Mrs Cassie Ryland and Albert S Howell of Hillsdale wed at Newport. groom 39 bride 26. Lightning caused damage in the storm. Bogle Mine No 1 near Clinton struck and burned, 17 000 loss, 400 jobs lost. Mr and Mrs H B VanSickie hosted dinner for I A Daniel and son Isaac of near Clinton.
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Cassie
Ryland
Hillsdale
Newport
B. S. Aikman
Bogle Mtine No. 1
Clinton
Kohr Family News From New York City Winter Home
A letter from Mrs H D Kohr reports the Kohrs traveled to New York City by car, found a modern apartment for winter, and that she has begun teaching near their rooms while Mr Kohr plans soon to enter college as a student. The funeral of a relative was held Friday at the Arabia church after an operation.
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Arabia Church
H. D. Kohr
Kohrs
New York City
Local Log Chain Seeks Buyer in Montezuma Ad
A 14 foot log chain is offered for sale on the Rockville and West Union road. The owner invites purchase by paying for the advertisement in the Montezuma Enterprise.
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Rockville and
West Union Road
Montezuma Enterprise
For SaLE One Singer sewing machine and heater
Item listed for sale includes a Singer sewing machine in good order a coal oil heater and a dress maker's model phone 90 for inquiries and details
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Singer
For SALE One Wonder wash ing machine
Classified notice advertises a used washing machine offered as good as new. The listing notes a gallon capacity and a price reference. Product condition described briefly with no further details.
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Gall
Sale of a house, lots, and outbuildings advertised
SaLeE-4 room house and 3 lots with garage wood and coal house and other outbuild ings all in good repair well and good young orchard. Inquire at Enterprise Office.
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Enterprise Office
Trains Schedule Fragment From Historic Rail Line
Train times show C and W lines with morning and evening departures. West and North options appear with dawn and dusk slots. Sunday service lists Hast West and C E routes with assorted times.
Let Sam Do It Says Pressler Battery Station
Mr Pressler of the Pressler Battery and Electric Service Station promotes a free service where motorists can have distilled water added to their storage batteries. He advises biweekly checks to ensure plates stay covered and warns that timely inspection prevents serious trouble. Montezuma motorists are invited to visit for battery inspection regardless of make.
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Mr. Pressler
Pressler Battery & Electric Service Station
Sam
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