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Newspaper
Remington Press
Location
Remington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1922
Page
1
In Newton County Mrs. Jennie Conrad reports repeated vandalism at Conrad Church including broken window entry, stolen silver and dishes, a piano removed and damaged, lamps, chairs and toys missing, and interior disarray. Kentland Enterprise notes ongoing mischief and questions the need for rural policing.
Local ad from C. McCulley announces new stock of tires and tubes after the war ending. The rugged oversize non skid tire is priced at 6.50, while 30x3% tires go for 7.50, with tubes sold accordingly.
Abe Martin notes a fashion change as new corpse shade stockings draw attention among girls. Aunt Mandy Kite died today before her doctor could arrive from the Country Club.
A man boasted he had worked the same job for five years without taking a vacation. The remark appears in a brief, odd item reflecting a moment of local color and humor.
Unclear OCR fragment shows Oxford traders determined to press for action, aiming to reopen or conduct an event. The readable text is fragmented and lacks concrete names, dates, or outcomes.
The text critiques the idea that self-importance equates indispensability, arguing that those who claim irreplaceable status may be the first to be spared in cuts or neglect. It reflects on professional and social dynamics where ego masks actual usefulness.
The silent drama Way Down East is praised for Griffiths artistry from simple pastoral scenes to lavish ballroom sets with hundreds of elegantly dressed women. The picture plays at Gravel's Goodland theatre on May 25 26 and 27 with tickets 25 and 50 cents.
An advertisement calls for early orders of Peonies Bouquets for decoration by Mrs L W Bartlett. A reader notes a popular book Main Street not named after Newton street on the city plat and comments on Ford hiding the full length of the street. The Panhandle crossing earns ridicule as a system disgrace.
One J. I. Case two row cultivator in good shape for sale by Guss Knochel. Alumni Banquet tickets on sale at Bert Spencer's store until noon May 31 at 35c. Three desirable building lots for sale cheap if bought at once by Guss R. Merritt, Monticello Indiana.
Pearl Mann Currens offers plain and fancy dressmaking and remodeling services. Located first door north of the Library, contact by phone 112.
Jones of In gton hurled 16 strikeouts and allowed six hits in a 12 inning duel against Stombaugh of Good. Wheeler delivered a clutch three with bases loaded to push Remington to a hard fought victory. Nip and tuck action highlighted the Corn Belt League clash as Remington rises in form.
The League of Women Voters met at the Library on Monday afternoon with Mrs. Ora Ross Mrs. Fred Phillips of Rensselaer and Mrs. Helene Guy presenting a report on the Third Annual Indiana League Convention at Lafayette May 9 11. They outlined next year’s work noted committee roles including Social and Standing Committees and described a Turkey Run trip. New members were welcomed and a social hour followed with refreshments. Delegates favored Fountain Park and Jordans Grove as beauty spots to promote locally.
Mr. B. C. Fowler and Clifford Fowler of Walcott lease the Thomas implement building and will start a full line of farm implements and machinery. They are cleaning and painting the rooms this week in preparation for the opening, reviving an implement store in the area after the Bicknell sale.
A Nebraska governor touts frugal public spending while a Cemetery Board warns against flower thefts from graves. The notice urges respect for the dead, allows flowers and watering on graves, and mentions Decoration Day preparations. Also an ad hints at a Ford vehicle for sale and peony decoration supplies.
A bakery report notes that the loaf baked was declared perfect bread with praise for its texture and crumb and hints at further tastings or returns to the oven for confirmation.
Newton county officers found a 600 gallon capacity still on the Roland Ade farm north of Kentland on Saturday night. Virginians operating it were fined in Kentland court. two jailed at the state penal farm, a third fined. A large crowd gathered as six hundred gallons of mash were seized, though no liquor had been produced yet.
Dr. Ada E. Schweitzer, head of the division of infant and child hygiene, will tour Jasper County from June 13 to 27. She arrives in Remington June 13 and 14 with lectures and moving pictures and will examine children under school age. Mrs. A. P. Rainier serves as township chairman and will oversee arrangements.
One real estate coaling range described as in good condition is for sale at a reasonable price. Interested buyers should inquire with Tomas & Dowell for details and arrangements.
F. A. Hicks offers a modern eight room dwelling in a fine location with three lots and a garage available for sale or rent.
A child's white enameled bed with springs and mattress offered by Mrs. Jasper Guy. Bed measures 30 inches by 654 inches and is priced reasonably.
Our store will be closed all day on Tuesday December Decoration Day. Hicks D. G. Co.
A local ad lists crushed limestone for fertilizing concrete or roads and a large supply of hedge posts. Contact Alter & Son. iPhone orders on 122 G.
Memorial Day services at Mt. Gilboa church begin 9:00 a.m. The program features music by A. B. C. Band, vocals by Gilboa Choir, a speech by Wm. Isham of Fowler, and grave decorations by S. S. Girls.
A band concert will be held in Remington on Decoration Day evening. Local musicians perform for community and visitors, with likely special guests and patriotic selections.
Community memorial services will be held at Mt. Gilboa church in Benton county at 3 00 p m on Sunday May 28 1922 Rev W B Taylor of the U B church at Shiloh will preach the memorial sermon and all civil war veterans ex service men ministers and families are invited to attend to honor those who defended the country.
All Knights of Pythias are asked to gather in Castle Hall on May 30 at 1 30 p m for Decoration Day observance.
Businesses will close at 12 o'clock noon for the balance of May 30. The post office opens from 7 to 10 30 a m only.
Rev W A Weisley of the Presbyterian church will preach the memorial sermon at 11:00 a m Sunday May 28 1922 in the Christian church. Other churches hold Sunday School then join for union memorial services.
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