Ledger of Clinton Township Indiana 1915 finances and audits
A detailed year 1915 financial record for Clinton Township LaPorte County Indiana listing treasurer writings. It includes receipts and disbursements across township fund road fund and school fund, with payments to Bank of Westville Farmers and Traders Bank and various individuals for taxes, tuition, repairs, and services. Final balances show township fund 1829.28, road fund 2.64, special school fund 921.66, total 7031.13.
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Clinton Township
LaPoirte
County
Indiana
Wm. ‘Collins
Wee
Thomas
Same
D. Jones
Kalies & McKellips
Bertha Pinney
Elizabeth King
Chas. Kendrick
Geo
J. A. Osborn
Bing
Bek Reynolds
City Chem. Co
Argus-Bulletin Co
Pratg
BE. H. Mundell
Minnie Hagenow
Otto Kalwitz
Wm. Brettin
Hing
E. I. Reynolds
Chas
Thos. Conlon
Wood
J. C. Loomis
S Sal
E. Blake
Ross Osborn
Frank Shirr
Lou Loomis
Herman Wottike
John Scob
Frank Gross
Ground & Ar- Co
F. Turner
State Accent
Leonard Supply Co
Waagzoda
W. E. Grieger
Wesley Lewis
E. H. Imes
Linda Webster
Emil Risto
C. E. Osborn
Wm. B. Burford
Prrty
Spelsch
Fletcher American National Bank
Twshp
Lewis & Spoor
Pymnt
Chas. E. Kendrick
J. C. Matott
P. Loomis
J. F. Dolman
G. L
Jas. A. Osborn
King
Clinton Township Advisory Board Report January 4 1916
Ledger style financial report shows receipts, disbursements, and final balances for Clinton Township. Names J C Loomis trustee and Chas Sitz chair appear with approval by the advisory board at the annual meeting dated January 4 1916.
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J. C. Loomis
Clinton Township
Chas. Sitz
John Hagenow
P. R. Iseminger
Horses Boost Demand for Lawyers in Odds and Ends
A witty proverb notes that horses have created more work for lawyers than any other animal, comparing the bustle of legal thanks to animals and human pursuits in society. The quip reflects on professional flurry around equine and human affairs.
Two Classes at College Wearers of Stiff Sunday Collars
The Yale Record notes a dividing line in college life between those who wear stiff collars on Sundays and those who do not. A separate line mocks cowardice in the context of romantic courtship and urges men to courageously pursue a woman nearer their own size.
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Yale Record
Greatest Discovery Quote from Toledo Blade
A Toledo Blade quotation notes that despite any theory the greatest discovery is human nature, reflecting on the enduring value of self understanding. The line emphasizes timeless insight over scientific breakthroughs.
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Toledo Blade
Hawks Bill Turtle Roams Northwest Australia Coast
The hawks bill turtle yields high grade tortoiseshell and is found plentiful along the northwest coast of western Australia, according to the report.
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Western Australia
Adonis remark cited in Boston Transcript gossip
In a brief exchange Mrs. Blundery dismisses Alice as pretty but not an Adonis while Mrs. Rawler questions if she considers Alice very good looking. This remark appears in the Boston Transcript.
Daily Thought Quote Inspires Extra Effort
A Carnegie maxim urges going beyond duty to win, using the image of a horse finishing ahead to illustrate success through extra effort.
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Daily Thought
Andrew Carnegie
Ancient Violin and Viol Usage Through History
The violin’s origins span unknown antiquity while the viol traces to the eighteenth century, reflecting long standing stringed instrument traditions.
Should've Known That. Clarence-P. on a millennium
Fragmentary dialogue evokes Darktown humor about a millennium versus centennial. Puck voice hints at longer span and humor about generations.
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Clarence
Puck
Wiese Poet Reflects on Poem Submissions
A poet named Wiese explains he mails his poems to editors rather than delivering them in person. He jokes that rejection is bad enough without the risk of ejection from the publication.
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Wiese
Boston
Power Attributed to Gem Heals Eyes in Ancient Lore
Five thousand years ago Egyptians found lapis lazuli in astrigent settings believed to heal the eyes. The gem has carried significance through history due to this attributed healing power.
Uncle Eben's Take on Ambition as Airships
The speaker analogizes ambition to airships, noting that a leader who flies over the crowd may feel pride or nerves. The line reflects a cautious, humorous view of progress and leadership dynamics.
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Uncle Eben
Train quote sparks gender roles debate in papers
The Ottawa Herald quotes a columnist saying a woman may wish to be a man when missing a train to speak more fluently, while the Kansas City Star questions the premise with the remark that a man missing a train is unlikely. The exchange highlights dated views on gender and communication in press commentary.
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The
Ottawa Herald
Hkansas City Star
The Borrower Calls Miller for Books
The speaker asks Miller to return several books and to bring specific titles including Plutarch Pepys and a French dictionary. If Miller is away, the speaker instructs the maid to serve them. The exchange ends with a brief farewell.
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Miller
Dickens on Perseverance and Shorthand Training
Charles Dickens reflects on the Foundation for Dickens' Success and his early drive in mastering shorthand and related improvements. He credits patient, continuous energy as the source of his later strength and overall success.
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Dickens
Charles Dickens
Adulterated Bread Claims Warn against Brown Loaf
A discussion notes whole meal bread should include the wheat kernel germ and bran. It chews longer and holds more nutrients than white bread. The article states bread is commonly adulterated and urges caution.
Greenland Cryolite Supply Driven by Ivigtut Quarries
American commercial interests hinge on Greenland cryolite. Ivigtut quarries at the southern tip supply nearly all the world’s cryolite used in industry.
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Greenland
Amer
Ivigtut
Restagin Prefers Work Over Fishing Tale
A narrator quotes Restagin saying he would rather work than attempt fishing if rest means rising before dawn, traveling to a fishing spot, risking a boat mishap, and waiting hours for a two-ounce catch. He mocks the idea that such “rest and regression” counts as leisure.
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Restagin
Music Printing Through History And Notation Origins
Music printing is carried on today on an elaborate scale with thousands of copies issued monthly by publishers in the country and Europe. The earliest musical notation is probably traced to Hindu and Chinese traditions, later transferred to Greece.
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Europe
Greece
Two Orthodox Men Debate Resurrection in Potato Patch
In a rural quarrel the elder and a younger believer argued over the resurrection of a boy while work stalled in a potato patch. The son teased about Gabriel’s trumpet, prompting the older man to joke he’d be wondering when the potatoes would be dug.
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Gabriel
First Printed Music Emerges From Copper Plate Engraving
The article notes early music printing began in Rome with 2 stave copper plates and Canzonets engraved by Martin van Buyten, published in 1586. It also mentions France adopting engraving in the era of Louis XIV, with Lully's operas printed both from type and engraved copper plates.
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Rome
Martin van Buyten
France
Bhothe
Ballard
Louis XIV
Lully
Worst of All Luck Quote Reflects on Sloth and Luck
A passage cites Joseph Addison on luck and the dangers of idleness. It contrasts virtuous habits with a thief seen in a grocery safe, noting misfortune follows sloth and drunkenness.
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Demalion
Joseph Addison
Notice to Bidders Clinton Township Central School hardware
Trustee Justin C. Loomis of Clinton Township Laporte County Indiana will on February 28 1916 between 10 and 12 receive sealed bids for furnishing finishing hardware for Clinton Township Central School Plans and specifications available at the trustees office in Clinton Township Indiana
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Clinton Township
Laporte County
Indiana
Doran’ & Cowboy
Lincoloway
Laporte
Justin C. Loomis
Trustee Sale of New Durham School Building and Lot
Trustee of New Durham Township Laporte County Indiana will sell the old school building and lot on February 28 1916 between 10 and 11 AM at the door of the old schoolhouse Naw Durham village Naw Durham Township Laporte Co Indiana Lot Sixteen 16 in Naw Durham village at public auction to highest responsible bidder names and details abbreviated due to damaged text.
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New Durham Township
Laporte County
Naw
Durham
Pishook
Popcorn Vendor Defies City Action On Lincolnway
The town board met to resolve a Greek situation as Gus Kafakis, who runs a candy kitchen and shoe shop, faced orders to move his popcorn wagon from Lincolnway. He shifted it to the sidewalk and argued his right as a store occupant, prompting a council response and a reminder to conform to local rules.
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Gus Kafakis
Gus
Lincolnway
Jonathan
Rome
Poultry drama ends with salted eggs failed dream
Grover Cleveland derailed by a hoax on his pullet scheme. Egg cookery joke shifts from feed theory to a practical joke as signs of renewed activity vanish amid church turmoil over Pastor Berry’s resignation.
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G.C. Hamilton
Grover Cleveland
Grover
Delphos Lohr Berry
First Christian Church
W. A. Martin
Argus
The
Christian Church
Berry
Friends
Injured by Falling Tree Limb
S. E. Rogers suffered severe injuries after being struck by a tree limb Monday afternoon. He was rushed to Laporte hospital where doctors found a broken collarbone and bruises but no internal injuries. He was sent home to recover.
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S. E. Rogers
Laporte Hospital
Wanted Saw Timber From Coppes Breas At Nappanee IN
Classified notice seeks all kinds of timber for purchase. Respond to Coppes Breas at 2 Zook Nappanee Indiana. Notice dated 28 5.
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Coppes Breas
Zook
Nappanee
Ind
Hot Water Baths Offered at Westville Residence
Bathing service operated at H. B. Herrold’s home in Westville. Customer charge set at 26 cents. Contact via phone number 56 for arrangements.
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H. B. Herrold
Westville
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Treasury
Farmers & Traders’ ‘Bank
Bank of Westville
Farmers & Traders
S. P. Howell
Samé. Co
Henry Beisler
John Polega
G. Gardner
Ditch Co
D. P. Hannon
Farmers& Traders
Wickhiser
Bank Westville
Clarence Brown
Barmers & Traders
People’s Trust & Savings
Oma
Joe Busick
Luella Eaton
Bks
L. R. Cass
Adv
A. Osborn
Minnie Tagenow
Fred Bremmer
Hog
Mike Kline
Jonah Hansford
Grieger
Argus-Bulletin
LaPorte Printing Co
Jas. A._Osborn
E. Osborn
Schultz & Boehlke
Stove
Minnie Thiagenow
Chas. Herbeck
Frank Warner
Small
John Small
Elizabeth. King
Minnie Hagenen
J.D. Adams & Co
CG. Loomis
A. Isborn
Grover Tilden
Assumnt
Dolman
Chas. Jones
Frank Howell
Blake
Erse
G. Hh.balitz
H. A. Boehlke
Brettin
E. J. Reynolds
Garland Slocum
Kuss
Der
Rd Grénsfers
g.Co
Cvei
Seveen
Meyer-Lindorf Company
LaPorte, Indiana
Music Printing
Cornell
Pastor Berry
Laporte Arrus
Children’s Suits & Overcoats
Coats
Wade
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