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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1921
Page
5
The piece lists routine duties of the inspector checking Pullman wheels and safety gear, and notes numerous local visits, travels, picnics, and gatherings. It records residents’ names, movements to and from Chicago, Indiana towns, California stays, family visits, and a closing paragraph about a Scout camp and a death in Fingal, N. D.
English services offered at Lutheraz Church this Sunday at 7 p.m. The message centers on Christ and Him crucified and invites all to attend.
The annual Augustine family reunion and connections will be held at Washington Park in Michigan City on September 4.
William Hawley an 18 year old Chicago lad was among three held for trial at the county jail. He reportedly escaped early Sunday morning and Sheriff Anstiss has not disclosed how he evaded custody.
George Straley describes renovations at the Westville M E Church. The interior is new and clean while a roof re shingle job kept workers busy a week, with Guy Wolfe noted as skilled with the hammer.
Funeral services were held yesterday for Walter Reimly one-year-old son of Mrs. Reimly of Qs at Otis Lutheran church with Rev Paul F Buck officiating. Several locals attended the portage county event after a trip to Michigan City for a performance of Shakespeare's As You Like It at the cholutaqua program.
The Farmers Bureau held a large picnic at Fox Park in Laporte last Thursday with ideal weather. Local residents nearby enjoyed visiting sampling lunches and partaking in sports, reflecting the community’s sturdy, well informed citizens.
Heavy rains have revived crops after drought with corn in desperate condition showing improvement. Farmer A C Johnson crops over 100 acres and predicts his largest yield yet. many farmers foresee a bumper harvest this season.
P R Iseminger and sons Marion and Scott with B Limbaugh left Sunday for a week of fishing at Star Lake Michigan. Mr Iseminger returns for a second visit this season while Mrs Iseminger hosts her daughter and son in law Mr and Mrs Mell Gregg of Alida in her absence.
Indicator readers who renewed subscriptions since the last list include Charles Barnard and Ed Greening of Westville R J C H Johnston of Laporte S P Howell of Wanatah T H Forbes of Valparaiso C H Geist of Philadelphia Mrs Bogue of Burdick and BE M Cockerell of Rensselaer Indiana.
The Indicator previews the Laporte fair with a reminder of stock displays farm products housewifery and a big race card. Attendance grows and a new exhibit halt will be used for the first time this year promising modern facilities for exhibitors and visitors.
A Dodge vehicle sustained damage after a wheel incident on Hiverican street in the Monday morning period. A local town figure Cathcart reported the event near Por ter corner as a swoop by a group causing injury and a theft of a nearby item.
A readable fragment reports an exhibition of thirty two distinctly developed cats at ELTPHL Reap's office in the city during Mr Reap's term. The text is garbled but notes a feline show and related details.
A notice states a 25 percent reduction on all wallpaper grades effective August 15. Customers can have rooms decorated with work included at the price of the wallpaper alone. Signed by General Ky Straley urging orders.
The notice announces a new term starting September 6 at Luperte Business College. It references Budget No. 3 and provides 14 to 18 as contact details or filing notes, with a Wert or phone instruction for further information.
Sy Mertin offers aura certificate of title tax reports and rotary work at the Indicator office. This advertises notary services and official paperwork assistance for local residents.
Joel Vanduesen solicits patrons as a modern laundry operation announces equipped with high capacity machines. The firm highlights improved quality and aims to grow its customer base.
The Indicator reports on a fresh update from its reporters outlining ongoing events, with emphasis on key developments and anticipated impacts on the community. Details remain concise while naming involved organizations and locations where available.
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