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Newspaper
Van Buren News Eagle
Location
Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1922
Page
4
A brief meditation cites Philippians 4 7 and describes the peace of God surpassing understanding as guarding hearts and minds through Christ Jesus for readers today.
The July report predicts ample crops with winter wheat at 569 million bushels versus 587 million last year and a bumper spring crop in the northwest. Europe will produce less wheat than last year while Canada and Russia influence supply. Corn is strong at about three billion bushels, oats are poor, hay is large, and dairy stocks are high. Van Buren residents see no reason for gloom despite industrial slump.
The piece argues against canceling debt owed to England by France, noting the US lent funds via Liberty bonds and that Americans would bear the losses if Britain forgives France. It warns that citizens nationwide would face consequences and emphasizes expectations of repayment for wartime loans.
A Detroit man sparked a match near an automobile fuel tank. The incident prompted safety concerns as he begins learning to read by touch.
A reflective line urges safer driving choices over speeding and risky behavior, highlighting the value of stopping to observe the road and avoid fatal consequences. The message emphasizes caution and attentiveness as a practical habit for drivers.
A cautionary note warns that pursuit of easy wealth often ends in swift trouble. The piece highlights common traps and advises skepticism toward get rich quick promises. It stresses prudent due diligence and warns readers to avoid risky schemes.
Readers reflect on the aging of a straw hat as it becomes too dirty to wear after extended use. The comment highlights everyday fashion wear and practical care for common summer headwear.
Local notes recall Van Buren girls once worried about toe holes in stockings now facing knee wear. The shift signals changing wear patterns or garment durability challenges reflected in community chatter.
A quirky Village Post page contains short humor and parlour exchanges. A spoof verse riffs on water at the falls and social roles, while readers discuss Hall of Fame wishes and a busily altered song parody about a Ford.
Chicago August 20 thousands witnessed what was described as the nation s largest class of Ku Klux Klan candidates with 4650 initiates. The rites occurred in a vast field just outside Chicago with thousands of cars forming a circle around a 20 foot tall emblem while about 25000 spectators from 18 Klans in Chicago and 12 in the surrounding state observed.
Testimony from Mrs E Lee of S First St describes kidney weakness and back pain ending after using Doan’s Kidney Pills. She first spoke in 1919 and again in 1922 noting lasting kidney health. Price listed as 60c at dealers Foster Milburn Buffalo NY. Also real estate ad notes 95 acres cultivated near Van Buren and Warren priced at 90 dollars per acre for a short time.
Ada Oklahoma crowds jam roads to witness a Ku Klux Klan initiation at the golf links. Estimates say 1000 to 1500 robed Klan members attended with about 150 candidates. The event featured Old Glory, a fiery cross, marching, prayers, hymns, and a lecturer before a final address. Later a real estate ad from Van Buren appears.
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