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Newspaper
Pekin Advance
Location
Pekin, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1917
Page
1
A pencilmark beside the 1917 1918 entry indicates the date up to which the subscriber has paid for the paper, not a demand for payment. The notation clarifies prepaid status and avoids confusion with any dunning.
Advance notices list Ed Bowers Goss and Ollie Graves in Pekin on Saturday with business, Salem and Pekin visits, circus musician Karl Falk joining Winamac for the season, Arthur Fisher family in Olive Branch, and multiple family visits. A week of rain followed by cattle sales at Lebanon and various visitors in Pekin, Salem, and surrounding areas.
The piece argues on Right versus Might shaping everyday decisions. It warns that small acts of courtesy and fidelity sustain life, while neglecting duties harms family and society. It questions whether exposing others' faults is right or wise, noting gossip spreads harm and punishment. It urges self reflection.
A campaign meeting titled More and Better Wheat will be held in the Lowon district. Millers and agricultural representatives are expected to attend to discuss farming enhancements and future wheat production plans.
Monday evening a thunderstorm struck John L. Naugle's house on Bine River. Neighbors Carl Naugle and Bert Jackson arrived to find the structure in flames near the gable. They quickly extinguished the fire, but the building suffered heavy damage to cornice boards and porch posts. The family narrowly escaped harm as they arrived in time to prevent a total blaze.
C W Mattox Pekin Indiana and Stockton Lane CHIROPRACTORS advertise a cream supper at Grimes Grove Martinsburg Saturday night July 28 inviting all residents and visitors to attend for an evening of refreshments and community gathering.
The United States Government urgently needs many stenographers and typewriters, both men and women, for Washington D C and federal offices outside the capital. The Civil Service Commission reports a shortage of qualified applicants and urges patriotic duty to apply for examination. Information on salaries exam dates and other details is available at the post office from Von H Warrier local secretary.
Two years ago I was bedridden until Foley Kidney Pills cured my back and leg trouble. Rheumatic pains and swollen muscles from kidney derangement disappeared after taking Foley Kidney Pills. Markland Pharmacy carries this remedy.
Men whose numbers were drawn may enlist in the Navy until appearing before the exemption board. Examinations occur at Paoli Indiana and transfers go to Indianapolis Mondays and Thursdays mornings. Local wording notes prompt action and possible countermand. Contact Paoli by phone at 7 am.
A quirky hometown cartoon caption depicts a tired officer catching criminals while the town dozes. The kindly cop is described as good natured and protective of children, standing as a calm, watchful figure amid sleepy streets.
A notice announces savings department rates from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m with 3 percent interest and options for certificates of deposit. It also mentions safety deposit boxes available for rent.
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