Memorial Day Observances Across Crawfordsville Riverside
Memorial day ceremonies span Crawfordsville with a Catholic Order rite at St James church and a K of C hall initiation for seventeen. Dr A S Smith urges peace, warns dollar peril, and recalls Civil and World War losses in Crawfordsville, with services at Riverside and local cemeteries.
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Crawfordsville
Albert Lanone
Methodist Church
Frank Gault
J. F. Barnett
Legion
Tom Jones
Lee Huston
Lee Sha
Dr. Smith
Spain
America
Babylon
Greece
Rome
Uncle Sam
Congress
Abraham Lincoln
Fox
Lincoln
Lee Lease
Lee Mak
Glen Duncan
Harold Graham
Hanna
Lanone
Legion Rodina
Daily Thought on Men and Change in Life
A reflective remark from Lowell notes that human affairs have a title but the Gulf Stream of fate does not set in one direction forever, emphasizing shifting tides and enduring uncertainty.
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Gulf Stream
Lowell
Standings of the Clubs in the National League
The Green Diamond report lists teams and records with Boston at 3-4 and 9-3, Cleveland 6-4, New York and Philadelphia figures, and an assortment of mixed scores and locations including Mt. Loula and Piluxsburch. It shows uneven results and monetary mentions like five dollars for some entries.
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Zomiepnie
New York
Waaien
Mt. Loula
Boston
Piluxsburch
American Laga
Cleveland
Lovin
Paradelphia
Press Agent Timing Emphasized in Public Relations
A caution notes that many err in seeking a press agent only after an important step is completed, underscoring the need to prepare before engaging media representation and publicity.
Lines to Be Remembered on Friendships and Enmities
A compact aphorism attributed to Lord Lytton reflects on friendships and enemies. The quote notes that many friends still leave a man short, yet having a single enemy may be a harsher misfortune than an extra foe. The sentiment weighs social balance and personal luck.
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Lord Lytton
Early ink origins traced to ancient Egypt
The Bureau of Standards notes early ink use in ancient Egyptian remnants, dating likely to ancient times. Black inks from carbon bases were used, probably mixed with gum, oil, or varnish. Chinese and Indian inks did not exist this early.
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Bureau of Standards
Definitions You Should Know Conceit-Feeling At You
A brief, somewhat garbled note discusses reelection of a notion of conceit and a woman saying she would not marry the best man in the world. The fragment hints at social attitudes and personal judgments without clear context or full names. The piece reflects a reflective, cautionary tone typical of column snippets.
Coquettes Explain Why Women Engage Quickly
The Boston Transcript relates a young man asking why women often become engaged to several suitors. A witty reply suggests a smoker with one match keeps losing light, implying quick engagements result from scarce opportunities and rapid decisions.
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Coquette
Seo
Seversl Fellows
Boston Transcript
Rebekahs to Elect Decoration of Chivalry Nominees
Regular meeting of the Rebekah lodge will elect Decoration of Chivalry nominees Friday evening June 2 at 1 C O F Hall 9113. The Women’s Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist church hosts a missionary tea Friday at 2 30 in the church with Mrs Geo Brinton in charge at 9112
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Rebekahs
Rebekah Lodge
1. C. O. F. Hall
Women's Foreign Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Rural and social clubs schedule upcoming meetings
The Rural Women's club meets with Mrs Ernest Carlson Friday afternoon, and the Independent club gathers with Mrs James Swift Thursday afternoon. The Younger Set Dancing Club hosts a May 31 dance at the Commercial Club, and Henry Campfire Girls hold a ceremonial Thursday at 7 PM with Carolyn McCleery. Rebekah regulars meet Friday evening with voting on Grand and local officers and delegates to the state convention in Iowa City. Wellston Social club meets with Mrs Lillie Evans Thursday afternoon with roll call on favorite aprons. Christian church choir rehearses Wednesday evening and Missionary society meets Thursday afternoon with Mrs Homer Dusenberry for officer elections.
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Henry
Carolyn McCleery
Guardian
Rebekah
Iowa City
Wellston Social Club
Lillie Evans
Missionary Society of the Christian Church
Homer Dusenberry
Early Learned Truth About Earth
Eratosthenes, a Greek mathematician in Egypt, wrote on geography. He asserted that one could sail from Spain to India by always going west, over 1,700 years before Columbus, using no telescope or chronometer.
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Earth
Eratosthenes
Bgypt
Spain
India
Ant
Testiines
Community notices from local groups and church events
All officers and members to be present Thursday at eight. Work in the degree on candidates with refreshments after. Loyal Sisterhood Methodist church to hold social and annual officer election at 2:30 PM in Social Hall. Gare Rebekah club and families plan a picnic Thursday June 1 at Sunset Park bring own dishes.
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Boyd Humble C
Methodist Church
Gare
Rebekah Club
Sunset Park
One Among Many denounces wedding rice throwing as danger
London Opinion questions the custom of throwing rice at weddings noting it as a risky practice and arguing one act of danger should not define nuptial traditions.
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London
Unclear quotes blur into local chatter
Fragmentary OCR style lines show mangled dialect and garbled names with no clear event or identifiable persons. The text resembles stray speech on street talk and lacks a coherent newsitem or concrete details for summary.
Scientist Calculates Bacteria Count in Fruits
A scientist reports capably estimating bacteria per fruit mass finding one million in half a pound of gooseberries eight million in half a pound of grapes and twelve million in half a pound of cherries
Life Insurance Emerges From Marine and Shipping Custom
Early life insurance grew from old practice of insuring ships and crews. Owners issued policies to cover loss from a captain's death before insurance companies existed, with individuals issuing policies prior to corporate firms entering the market.
Chinese ingot form currency shoe weighed in taels
A Chinese currency unit is described as an ingot in the shape of a woman’s shoe. Its value depends on silver weight and fineness. The shoe’s purity and weight are certified by an official titled Kiung Ku called Boot and Shoe Recorder.
Usual Telegram Twist Halves Monthly Allowance
A reader notes recurring short funds leading to a telegram for money and a partial check. The trick involved requesting double the needed amount, exploiting a familiar pattern in the exchange. The town’s quirks appear through the playful line about the Pennsylvania Panch Bowl.
Wife's Privilege to Buy Food Triggers London Dispute
A London magistrate ruled that a wife has the privilege to purchase food in all social classes. The case arose when a husband, unhappy with meals, decided to buy the food himself, prompting a matrimonial dispute over domestic spending rights.
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London
England
Critical Month for Une'e Ta Revealed in March Warning
An old proverb warns that March is a dangerous month for indiscretions as weather shifts tempt people to act rashly. The observer notes a life pattern tied to the changing season and the month’s influence on behavior.
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Darkey
The Longest Fasts in History
A discussion of extraordinary fasting records notes that few could endure two months without food while a few cases report ten months or even three years. The piece cites epider and beetle as examples of remarkable endurance in extreme fasts.
Interior décor rules for a livable home revealed
A Philadelphia Retail Ledger excerpt recounts three home making rules shared with a young married couple by an interior decorator. The tips emphasize securing utilities arranging an attractive color scheme and creating a livable living space.
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Oan
Poetic nod to nature and creation from Richwood Pines Dispatch
In a reflective line the author notes birds singing and honeysuckle scent at dawn and praises God for a mighty job on this world. The fragment expresses reverence and wonder in homely rural imagery.
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Richwood Pines Dispatch
Controversy over First Hundred Years Debate
A debate arises over whether the first hundred years are the longest or hardest. The piece favors the view that the first hundred years are the most playable and enduring in social change.
Carp Has the Largest Brain Relative to Body Size
A note explains that among fish, the cup fish holds the record for the largest brain relative to its body size, highlighting its notable neural proportion.
Community church events and social gatherings listed
Local notices announce moose hall dance June 1 with invitations from Moose members and receipts at the door. Sewing circle at 2:00 p.m. with Mrs Dan Bevins. Women's Missionary Society meets Friday at 2:30 p.m. with program and social hour. Young Women's Missionary Society meets Thursday 7:30 p.m. at Mrs Lloyd Humston's. First United Presbyterian church and related women's groups hold Friday meetings at 2:20 p.m. Special church social Friday 7:30 p.m. hosted by Baptists to promote B Y P U convention with St Paul trip theme.
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Moose Hall
DD. A. Sewing Circle
Dan Bevins
The
Women's Missionary Society
First United Presbyterian Church
Young People of Christian Church Plan Thursday Event
Delegates are invited to a social gathering to support a worthy cause. All attendees are promised a good time and the chance to contribute. The gathering is scheduled for Thursday evening at 7 30 o clock.
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Christian Church
Washington to Have Business School
Mr. T. R. Ewart in Washington to organize a new business school offering complete training without leaving town. Subjects include bookkeeping shorthand and typewriting with equipment provided. A University instructor will visit regularly and special terms are available during organization. Phone or leave name at Evening Journal office for details.
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T. R. Ewart
Commerce Dept
Washington
Evening Journal
Advt
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Worthy Chaplin
K. C Hall
Micharbara Cummings
Ottumwa
Iowa
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Rose E. Bohr
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Ernestine Dean
Sunshine
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Stanley White
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Marie Theisinger
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St. Mary's Auditorium
Stars and Stripes
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E. E. Blythe
Dean Gio
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Daily Thought
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Artington
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Rural Women's Club
Ernest Carlson
Independent Club
James Swift
Rots
Walnut Women's Club
Barmers Union Local 267
Young America School House
Second United Presbyterian
Chancoal Eph
Une'e Ta
Retail Ledger
Philadelphia
Rudeon
E. R. Bickford
B. Mecon, Auwet
Women's Missionary Society of the
Second United Presbyterian Church
Young Women's Missionary Society of the Second United Presbyterian Church
Lloyd Humston
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the Presbyterian Church
EB. C. Carris
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