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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1922
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR mentions Brockhart and Progressive tied to a senator, with references to ligase ten and a date code 245. Unable to confirm full context or details due to damaged text.
W W Aine reports that W. Brookhart won the United States Senate primary in a crowded field by a wide margin, defeating a coalition of Republican leaders and party officials. The piece ties Brookhart’s victory to his reform platform, criticizing reactionary policies and praising progressive aims within both major parties. It notes accompanying Chicago judicial and Norwich city elections on the same day.
The former South Port girl Miss Ruth Daugherty and William Lighton were married in a quiet June 9 ceremony at the bride’s home. Rev. McGuire officiated as the couple planned to reside in Albuquerque after a brief honeymoon. The bridal party wore pale gowns and carried pink and white blooms amid pink and white roses and ferns.
Mr. and Mrs. Ballard announce the marriage of their daughter Lorean to Charles Curtis Ballard of Evansville Indiana. The ceremony was held Thursday June 15 at St John church. The couple plans a short honeymoon in Kentucky and will reside at 1008 Oakley Evansville Indiana.
Teo Vils entered of record as several applications for citizenship were filed. The proceedings relate to NaF aN TRIS RRGH moves and Stens Thr Satrt, with Pie H Court referenced in the text.
The will of Barbara Dilger was probated June 27. executors J. Nicholas and Theodore E. Dilger named. Land and shares bequeathed to the Dilger children and to Fulda church for masses, with Mrs. LaMar life estate and a later division among siblings. The Lamar will also recorded naming H. L. Lamar as executor.
Davis K Davis son of Charles G Davis and Marie Lusk daughter of Claude Lusk were married in Jasper last Thursday morning June 6. The couple will live at the bride’s parents home near Oak Grove for now.
Serrin and wife travel to Indianapolis for next Tuesday's Efficiency Club gathering of John Hancock Life Insurance. Serrin is among agents eligible for club benefits due to long service. Mrs Serrinwill visit relatives in Brazil Indiana during the meeting period.
Charles G. Davis received a telegram from R. L. Dollings company stating he won a trip to Philadelphia New York Saratoga Springs and Niagara Falls departing Indianapolis on June 29. He is the Evansville district's sole winner.
The June meeting of the GLE Co As held at the suburban home of Mrs Hattie Buischer with Mrs Marys Hill presiding in the president's absence. A memorial for Maud hung wag read by R Gentry. Children led the program of music and readings, Amelia Hill gave a Moses sketch. Ice cream cones closed the social hour with guests Miss Hannah Gentry Theo Hartman and Mrs Isisse Atkinson.
Deputy describes efforts to publish correct apportionment figures for Spencer county after withholding by Deputy Auditor Mrs. Wrights due to fear of state auditor findings. Officials warn figures may be published next week and could be sizable and embarrassing.
Lo Ng Savage received two cans of young fish from the state hatchery last Wednesday to stock a small lake on his Huff township farm. The lot included about two hundred bluegills and a similar number of black bass.
Mrs Arnett E Richards entertained her bridge players Tuesday afternoon at her home on Main Street.
Mrs. Isabel Durham widow of Leander Durham died Sunday June 18 at her Center Street home. She was 68. Funeral services from the residence Tuesday at ten o clock under the auspices of the Rebekah lodge, conducted by Rev. Guy Hartman.
Geo Ranes plans to relocate his confectionery to Main Street next week, signaling a move to a new storefront and continued operation under his name.
State and federal aid links for a 7 age to 2 a Gold Proposition roads project face objections that supporters argue should be dismissed. The article notes varied views on construction needs and fiscal impact.
A local column defends Spencer county’s favorable treatment by the state highway commission. It argues for approving county unit roads, noting the state will take over and maintain miles built, and urges no remonstrances from Spencer residents despite political maneuvering by parties.
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