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Newspaper
Monticello Herald
Location
Monticello, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1920
Page
8
The Herald emphasizes the broadest orientation in White County and offers guidance for filling all kinds of blank forms through its columns.
Fragmented dialogue exposes arguments about women's character and strength with misread phrases and garbled names. The passage recalls a debate tone, mentioning individuals like Hill Van Speed and Gill, hinting at sensational opinions and social contrasts without clear resolution.
Judge Benjamin F. Carr presiding in Tippecanoe Superior Court granted Alva Turner a divorce, his eighth, after Turner testified he was last married in 1912 and his wife Anna Turner left him on October 28 1918. The judge quipped that seven other judges may have erred, then proceeded with the divorce.
Mr and Mrs S L Callaway of Indianapolis announce the engagement of their daughter Faye to Vaughn K Cochran of Brookston. A May 14 wedding is planned. Miss Callaway is popular in Monticello and has worked at Fletcher's Bank since moving to Indianapolis. Cochran is a leading Brookston businessman, son of Mr and Mrs Sherman Cochran.
A New York harbor statue resembling the Statue of Liberty will be sent to France near the Marne. American school children are asked to donate a penny to a dime to help erect the memorial honoring civilization’s victory over the enemy.
The text describes an odd experiment where candlelight is held near the eye to reveal parts of the brain, noting how illumination can produce visual effects and mock medical observations. It mentions a speaker, Jar Fraser Halles, and references to time of day, the face, and perceived sensations.
In London shops the demand shifts as soldiers return home. Staff note many couples eager to marry but holding off until a peace treaty is signed. A dramatic rush to replenish stock follows a surge in enquiries for engagement rings.
Public notice from a county commissioner in White County Indiana inviting seabed bids for the Calvin Hunt ditch project. Bids due by a stated date with a bid deposit requirement, showing the lowest responsible bidder will be awarded. The commissioner reserves the right to redeem any and all bids and terms reference the project plans and jurisdiction.
A fragment critiques polite society and aging women using terms like antiquated virginity. The speaker notes how a well dressed man can discuss a topic to provoke a sneer without effort. The passage centers on social pretensions and the offense caused by such remarks.
Fragmentary quotes describe a mysterious man named Mr Flubdub moving through streets and times. A reporter notes his habits as irregular and hints he frequents a nearby Court or lounge while avoiding precise locations.
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