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Newspaper
Plainfield Messenger
Location
Plainfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1922
Page
8
Local lumber yard urges residents to ignore rumors about rising building costs. It invites families to view home plans and cost estimates to get factual figures and decide if buying a home is possible. The message emphasizes transparency and practical budgeting to counter gossip.
A short tale reveals Mr and Mrs Wren quarrelling on their way north. Mrs Wren’s scolding delays the move to their old home, while Mr Wren seeks a new hole in a tree. Mrs Robin notes the pattern and credits Mrs Wren’s chatter for the tardy arrival.
A collage of social updates from Plainfield Indiana and surrounding towns. Guests include Miss Ethel Cox of Indianapolis with Mrs. Fannie Cox, Miss Madge Heringlake and Carl Porter with Claude Hughes in Avon, and many town residents at family reunions, commencements, and church events.
Harold De Long of Pittsboro Indiana transfers to Opal Schenck also of Pittsboro. Homer Terhune of Indianapolis transfers to Pearl M Younker of Danville in what appears to be civil or clerical notices of marriage or similar filings.
A poetic reminiscence listing beloved hymns and spiritual lines. The verses recall salvation, guidance, and heavenly rewards with references to timeless biblical imagery and classic chorale phrases. Copyright note indicates author rights.
Walter J. Robinson reflects on Longfellow’s ambition and the idea that true greatness comes from never resting on laurels. The piece argues that satisfaction breeds complacency and that fulfilling service brings real joy, while happiness grows from the smiles of others.
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