12 May 1921
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Newspaper
Mt Vernon Register News
Location
Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1921
Page
1
Notice from Mt Vernon Illinois about second class mail transmission through the mall. The fragment notes a 40 cent rate or fee for processing or mailing. Unclear full context or date due to damaged text.
Across the country people observe the 25th anniversary of Horace Mann birth, praised as a founder of democracy through public education. He helped Massachusetts create the first state board of education and championed universal schooling, with landmarks including the first school for the blind and the first normal school. He later led Antioch College and advocated equal access to higher learning for women.
A fragment signals a nostalgic note about a lawyer without a stovepipe hat who carried documents, while hints of modern woes surface in a playful, muddled reflection on money, Peruvians, and a violent massacre reference, leaving an unclear scene.
An anonymous source notes that Montreals hangatan had an income of S22 500 last year. The official is unlikely worried about others seeking his position.
Fragmented OCR hints at a view of Kentucky involved in moonshining origins, mentioning two honors tasks and three hours of bookkeeping as part of the supposedly larger illicit practice. Details are unclear and names or dates are not readable.
The report notes inconsistent messaging from a figure named Diploddat as he toggles between yes and perhaps. Analysts say the stance remains unclear with noncommittal language and undefined commitments.
A lower price on painting supplies is announced by Winn Lumber Co Concrete Works located on Su. 12th street. The notice lists contact at phone 108 with a dated reference i6-25 and promotes affordable high grade padato products for property owners.
A testimonial ad promotes Peterson's Ointment for eczema and piles with claims of lasting relief. Miss Mary Fil of Pittsburgh and A L Ruger of Racine praise the product, noting cure-like results after long suffering. The ad lists 60c price and Buffalo postal order details.
Miss Sylvia Slerner of Chester visited her grandfather J. W. Hicks. District Conference at Carrier Mills drew attendees including Rev. Ph. J. Wilson and Floyd Jaco. Numerous local residents visited relatives and attended events. Decoration Day events planned at Knob Prairie cemetery with a noon basket dinner and program. Baccalaureate and commencement plans noted for nearby schools.
Rev Bird Green of Belle Rive announced his church appointment during weekend services. Mathes Day was observed with a guest mother presented a white carnation. Vowell expands into Mercantile trade at Bluford and Marlow after buying the Marlow store from Rev Tittle and Mr Jumper. Mrs Frank Halbrooks hospitalized after Saturday incident. baptizing services at Belle Rive drew locals. Bluford Web school to stage two entertainments Friday and Saturday with 50 cent adults and 15 cent children admission. Tickets at Halbrook’s restaurant. Supt Miner of Mt Vernon spoke on schools Saturday. Locals plan to move to Johnson City Monday for road work. Mrs Louie Arendale of Mt Vernon visited. Rev TB Reece and wife spent Sunday night in Mt Vernon.
Rev Johnson filled his appointment this afternoon accompanied by his daughter Ruth. Mrs W A Marlow of Mt Vernon and Mrs James Cummings of Liberty cared for their mother Mrs J C Scott who is ill. Mrs Sam Wilkerson of Mt Vernon visited Saturday. Miss Ruth Bogan of Mt Vernon and AR Scott of Mt Vernon spent the day with relatives. James Cummings and family of Liberty attended church. Local merchants J R Howell and J Williams operate two stores.
Simple glycerine buckthorn bark etc as mixed in Adlerika relieves any case pas on stomach or su ut stomach. It acts on both upper and lower bowel and removes foul matter which poisoned stomach. Often cures constipation. Prevents appendicitis. The instant pleasant action of Adlerika surprises doctors and patients. One man who suffered five scars from indigestion and constipation was helped by one dose. Porter Bond Drug Co.
Divide and Hexister-Sens correspondence records a Woodhintt visit by Charles Sinmmons and family to J. N. Sinanons home over Saturday night and Sunday. Mills Simmons and young Mr. Brewer from Sigel Advocate era arrive. Bessie Simmions returns from Sul-hyan. Elder Phillips preaches at Union chapel. John Whitson of Texico and Roy Shafer of Centralia stop by. Bee market declines despite porker demand. question raised about March relief for consumers.
Baby Rhode Island Red chicks for sale from J. See Gar tivon at 61 percent. Located at North Tenth Street. Phone 222 hk. Ad dated May 14.
Pure bred seed corn advertised with 95 percent germination guarantee. Waller-Spiege Milling Co promotes best varieties and high quality seed for planting.
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