John Pemberton Oak Nominated for Forestry Hall of Fame
Soldiers of five wars rested beneath the John Pemberton oak in Bristol spanning the Revolutionary War through World War I. Col John Pemberton rallied troops at Kings Mountain under this tree where markers note the drills and names of veterans from the War of 1812 Mexican War Civil War and World War I.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Pemberton
Bristol
Virginia
Tennessee
American Forestry Association
Washington
H. F. Lewis
King’s Mountain
Sycamore Shoals
American Forestry Magazine
Pai
Learning to Save
A millionaire S W Straus says those who never thrift find the first 100 saved hardest. Once reached, they gain mental and financial benefits, feel stronger, resist spending, and sense moral courage. They see they are on the right road toward happiness and success.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. W. Straus
Empty life dreams turn into a nightmare for others
Statement notes that individuals who view life as an empty dream often create harmful disruption for those around them. The line highlights the impact of existential dissatisfaction on social relations and behavior.
Mosquitoes Stir Talk of Leaving Town Various Subjects
In a late night chat, boarders discussed politics and other matters. Some said if mosquitoes remained troublesome they'd move away, while others noted the pests might have some perceived upside. Farmer Countessel recalled the discussions and confirmed the mood among guests.
Cuticura Trio Promises Clear Complexion
Cuticura Soap cleanses the complexion and scalp while the Ointment soothes and softens hands. The fragrant Cuticura Talcum completes the trio for daily beauty care.
Where was I when the guards circled my post
In a humorous anecdote from The American Legion Weekly, SK Kelly deflects questions about his absence on guard duty. The judge advocate asks where he was during patrols, and Kelly replies with evasive, joking answers about being at the rear or front, culminating in a quip about not noticing the sergeant and corporal circling the post.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SK Kelly
Kelly
The
American Legion Weekly
Marines Doubt Treasure Legend Near Paris Island
U S marines search off Paris Island for rumored treasure said to be hidden at the bottom of the sea. Bell divers salvage cargo remains while locals recall an old myth about pirate Jean La Fife leaving riches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris Island
United States Marine
Bell
Marine Corps
Jean la Fife
Mindful of Trifles, He Missed Large Affairs
A reflective adage notes that preoccupied with small details a person may fail to grasp major matters, warning against distraction and urging focus on significant events and decisions.
Indiana Nation News Briefs Catch Fire and Crime
Sidney Thatcher, 35, arrested in Milan for allegedly murdering his brother Floyd Thatcher and setting three barns on fire in Ohio county. A Kappa Alpha Phi national convention will be held in Alexandria with George Jeffrey of Newcastle elected president and E Orchard of Bloomington secretary. The 18th Indiana Rural Letter Carriers reunion set for Peru September 4 5 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Versailles
Sidney Thatcher
Floyd Thatcher
Ohio County
Milan
Anderson
Alexandria
Kappa Alpha Phi Fraternity
George Jeffrey
Newcastle
E. Orchard
Bloomington
Noblesville
Indiana Rural Letter Carriers’ Association
Peru
Iort Wayne
Indiana State Association of Master House Painters and Decorators
Rome City
Frank Johnson
Indianapolis
Frank Holopeter
Decatur
Tony Meyers
Marion
Evansville
Indiana State Building Trades Council
Charles Kern
Ray F. Abbott
Gary
South Bend
Goodrich
Richard Lieber
State Department of Conservation
Rodney Fleming
State Fish Hatchery
Lake Wawasee
Crawfordsville
Myers Brthers
Linnsburg
Montgomery County
Fort Wayne
John Bengs
Leslie Kayser
S. L. McPherson
Washington
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Fred A. Sims
Sims
State Highway Commission
Fall fashions arrive with tailored suits and fur accents
First fall suits enter wardrobes as women praise straight chic lines and restrained embroidery. Coats grow longer and skirts fuller while fur trims collars and cuffs. A Serge suit with a brocaded ribbon vest and braided side pockets appears beside a velvety duvetyn ensemble with a wide fur collar.
Something New in List of Accessories
A fashion feature highlights autumn trends in dress accessories. Chokers of ribbon with rosettes, jabot like neck finishes, and plaited ribbons for ruff necks appear as fall signals. Shopping bags with ribbon, matching hats, tassels, and velvet crown designs showcase coordinated sets and compact cosmetics boxes.
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J. ¥. Arendt
Box 44
Remillg, Texas
Mr. J. F. Arendt
Mr. Arendt
Postum Cereal. Co.Inc
Mich
Ndiana
L. P. Sweverland
Michigan Central Depot
Indianapolis Board of Park Commissioners
American Institute of Criminal Law and Criminology
T. N. Taylor
Terre Haute
Charles Fox
Indiana State Federation of Labor
Fox
State Federation
State Industrial Board
Vincennes
J. W. Settle
Indiana Conference of the United Brethren Church
Henryville
Edgar Luck
Daviess County
Daviess
Elwood
Oris H. Waymire
Madison County
Chicago
Buffalo
Waymire
State Coal and Food Commission
Petersburg
Pike County
Carl Mote
Indiana Public Service Commission
Lake Superior Court
Hammond, Whiting, & East Chicago Street Railway Company
City of
Whiting
Indiana
Methodist Episcopal Church
Indiana Bituminous Operators’ Association
United Mine Workers
Washington, D. C
Federal Trade Commission
Brazil
Richmond
Charles Hoover
Prohibition Enforcement
Tichmond
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