17 May 1921
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Newspaper
Mt Vernon Register News
Location
Mt Vernon, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1921
Page
1
An undelivered mail notice from the post office lists a street address at 120 Main St in Illinois. It notes the item was returned for transmission proof and classified as second class mail with some typographic errors.
Inventor Edison tests college men with 78 questions dubbed a dig ermino-meter. The probe targets Edwin Roche Hardy, a 12 year old Columbia prodigy who offered 53 answers, including erroneous claims about Tennessee seeds and Horace Greeley. The piece playfully mocks misinformed responses and suggests tougher questions to qualify for an information bureau job.
Government data show a deficit of about 75 billion marks for the fiscal year ending March. The figure underscores the difficulty Germany faces in financing reparations payments and meeting obligations to foreign creditors.
Insurance firms report fewer business fires linked to credit conditions, indicating improving risk profiles. Observers note the trend aligns with stricter underwriting and targeted safety investments by firms and businesses.
An old timer reflects on progress by the wealth in his bank, now echoed by his son’s measure of achievement through the car he can own. The piece contrasts generations and shifting yardsticks of status, tied to material markers.
Quotation expresses a restless call to move forward or risk slipping behind, framed as a lyrical prompt to progress and ambition.
A community memory recalls a neighbor famed for grinding and stoking a five gallon crock of homemade ‘vockies’ every Saturday. Neighbors remember her steady routine, cheerful kitchen, and the simple domestic ritual that fed as well as comforted.
Economists say the cost of living fell most in St Louis compared with other cities and as prices ease the city could rebound in the next census.
An old-time street fakir who once hawked patent medicines now markets auto accessories under a gasoline torch. The shift shows a curious pivot in street commerce as he adapts to changing demand and urban environs.
During wartime, concerns about watered stock realize that the ongoing maintenance and administrative costs matter more than the initial price. Traders note that choosing sound long term holdings requires attention to upkeep and potential liabilities.
A grim case recalls a boy who died after being tickled while seeking a meager ten cent weekly allowance. Authorities investigate whether abuse or neglect occurred and how the allowance system contributed to the tragedy.
Charlo Chaplin suffered a pants mishap reported in a local incident. The article notes a burned garment and hints at a peculiar backstage detail, suggesting a quirky mishap rather than a major event.
Pure bred seed corn advertised by Vryer-Spiese Milling Co offering best varieties and a 96 percent germination guarantee. Advert reads as a milling company promotion for agricultural use.
Waltonville Register News notes Edith Ragsdale visiting her father J Norris while George Dees from Kincaid and others visit. Several locals attend Sunday school, church, and a street carnival. plans include M E Church events, quarterly meeting May 28 29, and baccalaureate and graduation dates. A 83rd birthday is celebrated for N P Daniel. Baron Norris buys a new Ford.
ELE PRAIRIE Veginter News reports Thomas Peterson is very sick. Several residents attended church at Bonnie. Th Vo Dalby and family visited relatives in Waltonville. Mr and Mrs C C Roberson of Mt Vernon visited relatives here Saturday night and Sunday. Mr and Mrs L M Dare and daughter Louise visited relatives in Ina. Mr and Mrs M Lee of Ina visited Mrs Belle Williams and family. Mrs George Moore and children of Decatur visited her parents the Starkeys. Edgar Starkey and wand Mra visited relatives in Waltonville. Laura Starkey of Decatur visited relatives here. Pranels Lodge of Waltonville visited relatives here. Henry Marlow teaching winter term at White Oak. Byron Maneese employed at Oak Grove for second term. Oscar Reynolds employed at Boswell for second term. Milbert Roberson and Raymond Pitchford attended Uncle John Roberson’s funeral in Franklin county. S H Dalby in Mt Vernon. Elsie McCreary of St Louis visiting relatives here. S J Kirk of Benton here for farm matters. Sunson Peterson in Mt Vernon. Mr McMellon returned to Missouri after visiting his brother.
Woodlawn board of education names new school year staff with High School teachers Slater and Watkins and grade teachers Blake and Dulaney from Belle Rive. Aubrey Larson couple return from Jacksonville. Ashley beats Woodlawn 5 to 4 in Saturday ball game. Real estate: Ed Knox farm sold to John Hampton. Henry Rains funeral at Mt Catherine church. Temp a Hall visits Mt Vernon. Hard road contractors Sullivan and Campbell set camp on old Vincent farm south of town.
A beauty parlor will open on May 17 offering manicuring massaging shampooing and hair dressing above Rex restaurant. Proprietor Mr UU Montaven a Moler College graduate will operate the shop starting that date.
Lost auto tire and rim between the Geo. Evang farm in Elk Prairie and Mt. Vernon on the Hickory road. Finder will be rewarded by returning them to Geo. W. Threlkeld, K-21.
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