17 Nov 1921
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Newspaper
Monticello Herald
Location
Monticello, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1921
Page
1
Plan to build an athletic hall to serve the community advances with meetings at local venues. Prominent backers include lodge groups and schools. construction aims to provide courts for basketball and space for events, with schedules and regulations to be finalized.
Fragmented OCR lists jurors and local officials including Neath Perio and Tre Ware with scattered place names such as Monticello Indiana and Cleveland. The text references a trial calendar crowded with cases and upcoming hearings, plus a call to contact a clerk at Main Grieve for further details.
An old advertisement promotes the Frank Mo- Sidhe Ceed Shoe Store and H. C. Johnson & Son urging customers to see them before making footwear purchases. The copy emphasizes satisfaction and invites attention from buyers in the community.
The Board of Education held sessions to vote on reemployment of Lieutenant Le Fraser as county agent. A motion to abolish the office failed, with no objection to Fraser’s continued employment, and after brief discussion a single ballot kept him in his post for another year.
Local health officials report cattle in West Point and surrounding areas undergoing tuberculosis testing. Data show a weekly testing pace across multiple herds with focus on Ranch and White Counties. Officials emphasize ongoing measures to curb cattle TB and protect public health.
A junior charity board meeting was held at the homes of Misses Heeing and Fulen Cochran in March. Officers coordinated monthly support for Indian camp children needing aid during the patter months, with Mrs Lockridee assisting.
The Board of County Education decides schools close Wednesday evening November 23 and reopen Monday November 28 to allow pupils and teachers to enjoy Thanksgiving. The rule follows guidance from a former Indiana attorney general that no law requires paid holidays for teachers.
Attend the Reach sale two miles southeast of Monticello on Tuesday November 29. A full line of flash lights priced from $1 to 9.7% is offered alongside vendor items and lunch options as part of the event run by local businesses.
From Idaville Joe Tome suffered severe injuries Monday when the horse he drove home from school ran away and threw him, leaving him unconscious briefly. He was taken to Will Gardiner’s home then to his brother Fired Tam’s, northeast of town, where the bucey was demolished. Special from Pine Grove: an all day church meeting is planned for Thanksgiving with services at 10 30 then a cafeteria style dinner and possible outdoor stunts. an oyster supper will follow to raise funds for the church.
Mrs LI Th Vieter entertained about fifteen guests at dinner Sunday honoring her husband and Mrs White, whose birthdays fell on the same day. A luncheon was served at noon and an evening open house followed, with a pleasant social event enjoyed by all. Last year for Qramer was out the home ofales White.
Frederick Lange died Sunday evening at his daughter Mrs Albert Westrall’s home aged 77. Born in Germany he first came to Danville and then to Benton County where he lived twelve years. A longtime president of Haney Creek Township he funeral services were held Tuesday afternoon at the Lutheran church.
The Meathous family, delayed by health concerns, cancelled plans to stay away and instead retired to Indiana after a Pueblo visit. They enjoyed a mountain camping stay with Mr and Mrs Lash and their son, reconnecting with old friends from Chalmers.
A safety meeting for the district is set for Thursday at 1 PM at the Interstate Public Service Company in Elutel. Armstrong, Safety Director of the Central TE nois Public Service Company, will be the principal speaker and invitations go to the telephone company and others interested in safety.
A fragment urges readers to avoid stress over uncontrollable matters and focus on actionable steps such as shopping for footwear at Frank M Shields Shields Cash Shoe Store for contentment.
Bargain Center advertises low prices on items such as hop covers and meals. Monticello Drug Co promotes Thanksgiving dinner essentials. The notice mentions loans on farm land at low rates and a local hardware and knife retailer listing several items.
The marriage occurred quietly at the bride’s parents home in Las Animas on July 20. Miss Huckleberry, a local teacher, has lived here two years and recently returned from Colorado. George Vandiver of Franklin, employed in Indianapolis, is a Franklin College graduate. They plan to reside in Franklin after school ends. The announcement leaked from Indianapolis News, revealing the surprise.
Mrs Margaret Hankins seventy six died at home of Mr and Mrs Grover Conner Bedford Monday about eleven o clock after two weeks illness pneumonia and complication. She was mother of Mrs Conn and lived with her for some time. Survived by two daughters Mrs Conn and Mrs Wil Coweer of Chicago and two sons. Funeral from the Congregational church at two o clock Thursday with Rev O B Lamport officiating. Interment in the Marion Chapel cemetery.
The death of Mrs Editha E Cramner is reported with services held at the Methodist church in Rochester. She was survived by four children and several siblings, with burial in the local cemetery following a Monday arrival of the body from Hammond.
An old classified ad lists gun metal and mahogany calf lace shoes at 2.95 to 83.45 from Frank M. Shields Cash Shoe Store. It also promotes a radiator cover at 1.45 from Diener & Fst erlunad and a 7 inch slicing knife for 25c from Richey Pierson & Smith, with other footwear offerings.
Obituary notices report the deaths of Mrs. Fred J. Griffin and Mr. Carruthers. Mrs. Griffin of Monticello died after a brief pneumonia illness at home on South Bluff street, survived by husband Fred L. Griffin and three sons, with funeral at Remington Christian church. Mr. Carruthers, ex-justice of the peace and Monticello resident, died at his office from heart paralysis, leaving eleven children and twelve grandchildren, funeral at Riverview cemetery with Methodist church service.
Announcement of the death of John Springer eight years old son of Mr and Mrs Q B Springer of Columbus Ohio. Cause spinal meningitis following a two day illness. Death occurred at home Tuesday morning about 10 30 oclock. Relatives notified by George Shafer sister of Mrs Springer. Mother in critical condition but not believed serious. Relatives Will Berntfield Logansport sister in law Mrs Springer and George Shafer traveled to Columbus for funeral.
The White County Historical Society welcomed two new members, Robert and Lee Chamberlain, grandsons of Aaron Chamberlain a White County pioneer. Chamberlain, born December 3 1802 in New Jersey, moved to Indiana in 1824 and to White County in 1848. The society seeks more descendants and notes Mrs Ira Baldwin of Big Creek Township contributed souvenirs including Sanford Cox volumes.
Conamiutrh Tribe 1.0 Ro ML has finished painting and rederating its hall on North Main Street and plans a home coming and re dedication service on Friday November 18. All members and families are invited to attend the set me down at the table feed served at 7 15 with a short program and dancing to follow.
The Defining Oil Company reports a breakdown on a drill at the Bennet Taylor farm near Guernsey after a break halted work at 900 feet. Replacements were ordered from Peoria Illinois with fishing tools arriving Tuesday morning. recovery began at 1 o clock. The drill had previously broken at 700 feet.
From Point Barrow Alaska Dr Spence and his wife return to share medical missionary work addressing physical mental and spiritual care. Dr and Mrs Griest of Monticello continue the field duties. The Presbyterian church hosts the talk Thursday at 7 30 pm admission free everyone welcome.
An advertisement by H. C. Johnson & Son promotes farm loans at low rates. The notice emphasizes favorable terms for farmers seeking financing and hints at competitive rates to attract borrowers.
Mayor Phompson returns from New York to arrange incorporation of a construction company for the Norway dam and to file specifications with state authorities. Three firms plan bids on dam construction as bond financing through Redfield Wilson of New York proceeds and early steps are taken to secure land and necessary papers.
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