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Newspaper
Van Buren News Eagle
Location
Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1920
Page
4
Notice records a post office entry in Van Buren Indiana under the 1897 act as second class matter. It lists THE AMERICAN PRESS ASSOCIATION as foreign advertiser representative and E H DePOY as editor and publisher.
The article urges residents to support local shops and businesses to foster long term community growth. It argues that buying at home strengthens enterprises, creates jobs, and builds a resilient town for the next generation.
The weekly newspaper is praised as a home paper that best serves rural readers. It focuses on local news, reflects community life, and offers a distinct role not found in city dailies.
The column warns readers with money to invest to be wary of stock and bond pitches and to favor tangible local enterprises. It notes many salesmen across the country and warns that wartime dividend investments are disappearing, urging caution against savvy but risky pitches.
For many years this country has been flooded with fake or shady concerns in which stock has been sold to gullible public, generally to the unsuspecting investor. The article warns readers to beware of dubious schemes and seek reliable advice.
The writer warns that supreme court rulings on stock incomes reduce tax, fueling fake schemes aimed at gullible savers. It urges the public to apply a strict test before buying certificates, noting the fakir uses smooth talk. Bankers are presented as safer advisers for those with money to invest.
A pro advertises as a modern business man who brings news to his store and offers greater service to customers. He argues that selling smartly grows his business while protecting customers interests and paying taxes that fund a better town.
A tongue in cheek note warns that authors seeking national renown can simply compose a glowing testimonial for a patent medicine and mail it to the maker. The company will handle the rest, implying manipulation of publicity.
The piece argues that declining old time political oratory stems from present day voters who can usually deliver sharper speeches than the candidates.
The passage dismisses imagining what the devil would do on earth, noting he is too wise to associate with the current troublemakers present. It reflects a wary tone about intermingling with shady figures and hints at caution in dealing with them.
A quip notes that the maid's behavior may be understood differently depending on age with a playful contrast between sage wisdom and office staff humor.
A reflective note contrasts divine blessings with some men who crave excess and intensity. It suggests a cautionary stance on unrestrained desire and the consequences of pursuing overwhelming abundance.
A warning line notes that when someone boasts money is no object you should ensure your own funds remain secure, implying distrust of bold claims about wealth and urging prudent protection of assets.
A reader reflects on drinkers choosing sobriety after a night of excess. The writer notes the ease of overindulgence and the value of starting fresh with restraint and clear thinking.
A proverb notes wisdom in listening over noisy judgment. It contrasts the prudent approach of attentive listening with the folly of constant self chatter and distraction.
An old proverb compares an angry man to a boiling kettle, noting that higher heat leads to more spillover. It emphasizes the dangers of losing temper and the need for restraint.
Worries keep the undertaker busy as concerns about work and duty surface. The line between personal life and vocation appears tense, reflecting ongoing strain in handling end of life duties.
A brief reading or promotional item emphasizes patriotism with calls to think and talk about America. The slogan-like message invites engagement and表达 civic enthusiasm amid a public-facing segment.
A brief political quotation notes that a majority in a democratic system can influence policy and outcomes, reflecting popular power in American governance. The line emphasizes the potential strength of collective action in a republic.
A Western Star feature warns of Talkative Toby a tireless gossiper who fuels disputes and slander in the town. The piece laments his influence and suggests trading him for a person who truly adds value to the community.
A father remarks on a suitor staying late while a daughter reveals she showed him picture postcards. He quips that next time the young man stays late, he should see his electric light bills. The exchange hints at household tension and finances.
A lesson text outlines the Parable of the Wheat and Tares with focus on the Sower the Devil the harvest and final judgment. It also covers the Mustard Seed growth the Leavened Meal and the role of the woman in distributing doctrinal nourishment while warning against false teachings.
A quotation from Dr. Pusey asserts that nothing is too small for God’s ordering and care. It links divine oversight to the hairs on the head and to every sensation, tear, and secret prayer, seen and heard by the Father.
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