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Newspaper
Plainfield Messenger
Location
Plainfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1921
Page
3
Love at first sight Sparks Reunited Union Hope
Dialogue reveals a developing romance as two lovers recount how repeated meetings transformed casual affection into plans for marriage. Their evolving connection centers on Billy and the bond formed through chance encounters and enduring care.
Red Cross Ball Blue War Adds Value to Table Linens
The war makes table linen valuable and recommends Red Cross Ball Blue to improve wear. Use it and see. All grocers, 5c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
When the Horses Laugh at an Exchange Joke
A humorous exchange notice describes two men swapping horses, jokingly arguing over which horse is balked as they switch tack at the stable. The unnamed narrator and another worker laugh at the practical joke and bid each other a good day.
Limit and Forgiveness In a Hotel Exchange
In a hotel lobby Mr. Goodheart extols forgiving and kissing the hand that smites you. Mr. Fact grimly counters with a sharper scene from the hotel where a porter blocked the boot that kicked someone last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Goodheart
Mr. Fact
It Goes On Notable Cost of Travel Declines
The Louisville Courier Journal notes a shift in travel prices, recalling that two decades ago a $250 ticket could span a world trip, while today such a fare barely reaches the next town, illustrating rising travel costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville Courier- Journal
Cuticura Ad Promises Soothing Scalp and Clear Skin
An advertisement urges readers to treat itchy scalp with Cuticura Ointment and dandruff rashes then wash with Cuticura Soap and hot water. It promotes daily use for clear skin and soft hands.
Business Before Pleasure Motto Gets Price Lesson
In a witty line, Jud Tunkins notes the old adage means nothing without money. He argues enjoyment hinges on having the price, reflecting a pragmatic view on wealth and leisure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jud Tunkins
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Promoted as Cure
Advertises Hall's Catarrh Medicine as a constitutional remedy taken internally. Claims to influence blood and mucous surfaces, strengthen the patient, and support nature’s work. Promotional copy lists Be. J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo, Ohio and says circulars are free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall
Nature
BE. J. Cheney & Co
Toledo
Ohio
Miss MacSwiney narrates Dunraven emu tale at New York dinner
At a New York dinner Miss MacSwiney recounts a story about the Irish earl of Dunraven and a gift of emus from Lord Lyons to Dunraven Castle. The birds inspired a castle wide propagation desire, ending with a footman announcing that Lord Lyon had laid an egg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss MacSwiney
Cork
New York
Earl of
Dunraven
Lord Lyon
A Night Raider
A Night Raider presents a dialogue scene between an Old Married Woman and a Young Bride about money and convenience. The Bride praises Charlie for sleeping through the night, while the veteran widow cautions against asking husbands for money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlie
The
American Legion Weekly
They Are Always Linked Together in a Riddle of Wisdom
A terse, reflective line questions why wisdom seems joined with sadness. The phrasing hints at a paired, enduring insight about experience and perspective, suggesting the speaker contemplates the cost and gain of knowledge.
Harding in New York at Bolivar statue unveiling
President Harding visited New York to attend the unveiling of the equestrian statue of General Simon Bolivar in Central Park. A heavy guard, dignitaries, and Venezuelan officials joined the ceremony while two granddaughters of Paez assisted in unveiling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Harding
Central Park
Gen
Simon Bolivar
Metropolis
Pennsylvania Station
Waldorf-Astoria Hotel
Bolivar
Fifth Avenue
Bolivar Hil
Mariquitan I'aez MacManus
Patricia Paes MacManus
Jose Antion Paez
Venezuelan
Seumas MacManus
Catalina Paez
Hughes
Caracas
Venezuela
George Washington
Washington Park
Gomez
Maracaibo
Immigration restriction bill urged for immediate passage
Washington reports that the Immigration Committee chairmen urged the bill’s quick passage. The measure limits European immigration to 3 percent of foreign-born nationals from 1910 and runs May 10 to June 30, 1922. Johnson cites about 504 thousand annual admissions, mostly from Northwestern Europe. The Knox peace resolution also moves to the Senate Foreign Relations Committee for a prompt report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Johnson
Immigration Committee
Europe
United States
Congress
Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Americans pledge 2.5 million for Ireland aid
At Chicago the American Association for the Recognition of the Irish Republic pledged 2 500 090 dollars to support Ireland against Tongland. Delegates bound each of the association’s 500 000 members to subscribe five dollars. Harry J. Boland, envoy for Eamonn De Valera, said the struggle for independence has resolved itself into a money question.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ireland
American Association For
Harry J. Boland
Eamonn de Valera
Rival and woman shot dead near Coello
Benton April 20. Harvey Bolen age 26 and Mrs Beulah Rea age 24 were shot to death at Coello near here by Pearl Searcy age 24 of Christopher. Both were identified with Mrs Tea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benton, al
Harvey Bolen
Buelah Rea
Coello
Here
Pearl Searcy
Christopher
Tea
U S Arms Mail Guards Stationed In Chicago Posts
Postal authorities arm 2420 Chicago district workers with 1700 revolvers 500 shotguns and 102000 rounds amid mail robberies. Sentinels guard registered mail at key points while ex service men join as guards for wagons and motorcycles. Maj Otto trains gun-totters as Chicago becomes central Midwest arming hub.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Washington
William 2B
Carlyle
Adam I. Otto
Middle West
Indiana Brevities Bring Bond Opinion and Local Updates
Indiana details a formal opinion by Attorney General A. H. Lesh that a $1,000,000 state fair bond issue is legal as actions by board officers. Reports flag winter wheat resilience, tobacco acreage shifts, and farm labor trends across counties. Officials announce plans for the Grand Commandery of Knights Templar conclave in Indianapolis May 15 to 18 with a 5,000 knight parade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapoli
Lesh
State Board of Agriculture
State Fair Ground
Board of Agriculture
Indiana
Lafayette
Purdue University
Jackson
Washington
Indianapolis
Nnighes Templars of
Jeffersonville
Clark County
Asany
Kentucky
McCray
Thomas Daily
Estes Duncan
Charles C. Heunstis
George H. Hester
S .Be. Smith
G. A. H. Shideler
Charles McGonagle
Franklin
Dobyns
Valley of Indianapolis
Kendallville
Albion Bank
Irvis
R. J. Hosmer
Hartford City
Blackford County Hospital
Board of County Commissioners
Barry Gibbons Dies in Indiana Resort
Barry Gibbons, Cook County treasurer and president of the Gibbons Box Company, collapsed and died while walking at French Lick Indiana. He had recently left Chicago for a short rest and appeared in good health. He was responsible for handling public funds and turning over large sums to the court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
TR. Gibbons
Cook County
French Lick
Ind
Gibbons
Evood
Aly. Gibbons
Gibbons Box. Company
Soviet to Sell Art Treasures to Buy Food
In Helsingfors Russia proposes selling seized art treasures abroad to raise funds for food. Paris reports a world congress of Russian monarchists to meet in Berlin on June 1 with American delegates to attend. Non Russian monarchists are invited to join discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helsingfors
Finland
Paris
Berlin
Russia
Colt Inchcape Declared Lame and Withdrawn from Derby
New York April 20 Inchcape the colt sold to Sam Hildreth and Harry Sinclair for a record 150000 dollars will not run in the Kentucky Derby. He has gone lame and is now at a farm in Jabbs town New Jersey under care of J H Rosetter the Californian turfman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Inchcape
J. H. Rosetter
Sam Hildreth
Harry Sinclair
Jabbstown
N. J
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Aine
Pie
Postum Cereal Company, Inc
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ARD
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Delivars
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Anz Hughes
O. K
Immigration Committee of House
Britain
Erin’s Cause
Fff
Marshall Field
Chicago and Northwestern Railroad
James A. Stillman
National City Bank of New York
U. S. Arms
Johnson County Bankers’ Association
Indianapols
Alexander
C. A. Overstreet
Anderson
Madison County
J. W. Frazier
Warren T. Alice Cray
Armory Board
Rovernor
Enanper PL
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Chatlos A A. Garrard
Io Battery Acand
Ome Cine Ailarteinister
Fish and Game Division
Department of Conservation of
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Lansing
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Jars
Miriam County Association
Tri-Lakes
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Shelbyville
Shelby Commx
Corte Ty Association
Shelby County Farmers’ Association
Crawfordsville
Rotary Chat of
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Arbor Cay
Grimes
Charlestown High School
Clinton
State Conservation Department
Kokomo
Warren T. Mes Cray
Gifford Pinechot
National Conservation Association
Plainville
Boggestown
American Farmer Bureau Federation
State Federation
Dyer
George M. Gard
Schererville
Shelby County War Chest Fund
Shelby County Hospital Association
Victory Post No. 70
American Legion of
Evansville
Evansville Association of the Blind
Barry Gibbons
Russ Art
U. S
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