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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1922
Page
4
The piece argues that despite campaigns, automobile accidents rose 50 percent over three months versus last year. It notes rail deaths and urges highway authorities to revoke licenses of reckless drivers, warning that roads will become unsafe without stricter driver testing and licensing.
William Henry Ellis died at his home on S Eighth Street at 5 30 am Thursday after months of suffering. He bore his afflictions without complaint and remained hopeful for better days. Born July 20 1837 in Rockport, he kept an alert mind and stayed active in life to the end.
William Harvey Ellis a North Carolinian born farmer and builder in Rockport died after a life of public service and business. He served in Company F 1st Indiana Cavalry, was captured at Mark's Hill Ark and paroled in Texas, later returning to Rockport. He held county offices including coroner and recorder, married Nar ecissa Wright and left three daughters, grandchildren and many relatives. The obituary notes his Civil War comrades and his final years near his civic duties.
Indianapolis November 29 Special to Democrat George N Mannfeld superintendent of the fish and game division appeals to hunters to aid conservation by respecting the rights of others amid statewide cooperation making Indiana a top state for small game and wild birds hunting
A promotional notice touts The Youths Companion as a year long source of amusement and information with 52 issues for 1928, serials, stories, poetry, and editorials. It highlights new series and partnerships with McCalls Magazine, pricing 2.50 and 3.00 for both publications. Subscriptions include the 1923 Home Calendar and remaining 1928 issues.
I thank the king neighbors and friends for their assistance and sympathy during the illness and death of my wife Nancy Cotton, and for the beautiful floral offerings.
Elizabeth and Cameron face a wildfire near their lakeside camp. Elizabeth helps Cameron escape injury by secures his ankle, and the pair confront their attraction as smoke billows. Jack Darrell notes Elizabeth’s habitual risk taking while Cameron asserts Elizabeth is different.
The Eureks Baptist church Ladies' Aid plans a bazaar on Saturday December 2 at the church. Lost pointer dog named Sport, liver and white, five years old, full tail, Julius Taylor Rockport offers a reward. The L. M. John Co. advertises holiday heater price reductions to make room for new goods.
Notice states Thornburg warehouse in Boonville Indiana seeks 5000 bushels of clover seed with samples to be sent and payment at market price. Also advertises Marengo limestone for agriculture at 2.00 per ton FOB Rockport from Richards and Martin. Ladies Aid Bazaar planned at Trinity Lutheran Church traction office Rockport on Saturday December 2.
An ad lists geese priced at call numbers and Irish potatoes at 85 cents per bushel. It also promotes insurance protection with Henry Hoch as agent and Mollie Fuelster as manager, urging immediate coverage.
Local grocer Thomas Grocery promises fresh celery and cranberries for Thanksgiving plus a wide range of staples and fancy groceries. They advertise paying the highest market price for eggs and chickens and invite customers to call and visit.
Tobacco will not be reserved that has been sprinkled or out of order because there is no room to hang it and it will not keep in bulk.
Farmers urged to watch for a car tankage on the track in late November offered at 70.00 per ton, saving over 6.00 per ton versus Evansville prices. A car of bran and middlings will also be available with price inquiries welcomed.
Help wanted for attendants at the Central Indiana Hospital for the Insane in Indianapolis with positions in the general kitchen sewing room and laundry. Middle aged women preferred for some roles. Room and board and laundry furnished in addition to salary. Send applications to Dr. George F. Edenharter Superintendent, care of hospital.
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