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Newspaper
Monticello Herald
Location
Monticello, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
4
The page lists candidates for state offices including Coolidge Watson McCray and others, with names like WILL H. ADAMS and EDMUND BR. STEELY. It notes voting timing and references sugar, corn, peaches, and hosiery prices from the advertising column, reflecting wartime price mentions and public notices.
A brief note states quotes are shared to illustrate global progress. It highlights a collective effort to reflect on improvements and forward momentum through speaking pieces and cited statements.
The Republican convention in Chicago nominated Warren G Harding for President and Calvin Coolidge for Vice President. The ticket is seen as a strong combination with broad American support. Harding appeals to Americanism and constitutional government while Coolidge is praised for experience and steady leadership.
Ore A. Davies of Howard County remains on the Republican ticket for State Treasurer despite attacks. The Indianapolis News and Kokomo papers defend Davies, citing integrity and prior public service in Poward County.
Notice of bid letting for road repairs in Liberts Township White County on the 3rd day of July 1920. Plans on file. bids judged on cubic excavation and repairs by sections of 100 feet. Successful bidder to enter contract with bond within five days. James Homalone, Trustee.
Local Want Ad column in the Plerald lists veterinary services and job notices. Readers report satasttedd items and odd tie ins amid classified entries.
The Public Library reports June 1919 to June 1920 totals of 11 063 books 1 231 magazines 106 bulletins and 36 clippings with 275 new readers. Dr WLEL Biederwolt donated books and orders for new titles are slow. Upcoming meetings include the Woman's League of Voters and Vion Township Farmers on monthly dates.
Multiple notices list items for sale including a full blood terrier, Ford cars, 400 acres, The James McCol lain residence, and a stray spotted cow. Also requests to buy truss ties and a general loan offer, with contact names and Monticello and Chalmers, Indiana, locations and dates.
Notice to non residents that Frank W. Wangelin as plaintiff sues Henry Thompson and others to quiet title to Lot 4 in Wilson's Addition, Mouan, Indiana. Defendants listed not residents of Indiana. Date set for appearance September 1920 at Monticello court. Clerk seals notice.
British led efforts in Palestine improve water supply with Nile piped systems near Kantara and Beersheba. Jerusalem gains 20 million gallons daily through Wardvel aqueduct while health programs promise cleaner water and fewer diseases under Turkish rule.
Chicago Prib Wwe reports a wedding mix up as twin sisters dressed in white satin attempt to wed separate grooms at the altar. The father leads them forward. the officiant asks a question causing a sudden pause and the ceremony collapses into an awkward moment before a realization.
The bells of St. Pauls cathedral in London are rung on Sundays and holy days by twelve Society of College Youths members. A single ringer operates the weekday service bells using pulleys to chime six bells at 8 and 10 oclock, and at 4 oclock, with patterns of ten and five minutes.
Classified notice announces an advertisement slot and asks readers to contact Herald for placing a blank for sale in upcoming issue. Public notice seeks space reservation and billing details.
The article argues that while many believe wild animals foretell weather, there is no reliable mechanism for animal insights to extend or improve weather forecast accuracy, and such beliefs lack rational basis.
In Bavaria before the war, workers received small tokens for long service while management avoided grand celebrations. Employers gave a cake, a drink, and a brief speech, with no costly festivities or personal birthdays.
A reflective note argues that history inspires cautious optimism as progress unfolds. It warns against self-imposed stagnation and urges engagement with each new day to foster continual improvement.
The ilacs, among flowering trees, are described as the most splendid with a familiar fragrance. Belonging to the olive family and related to privet, it bears no edible fruit and is valued solely for its blossoms.
Fragmentary note cites a Cart Magazine quote about women and union belonging with an odd phrase regarding an unnatural yearning to make a striking appearance. The text is incomplete and lacks verifiable context or names.
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