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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1919
Page
2
The Indicator, a Republican weekly in Westville, Ind., claims about 50 000 county readers and notes it prints Thursdays unless interrupted. It advertises subscription at 1 50 a year and focuses on home and county affairs with occasional broader jabs.
Government surveyors work on a proposed triangular route around the Wabash viaduct, aiming to bypass a sharp turn near North street. They warn that costly new road construction could remove cautionary safety, while noting the present viaduct section has long been one of the safest stretches despite popular doubts.
The 850,000 soft coal miners strike affects Westville with orders for about 50 cars of hard and soft coal. Railroads seize some shipments, dealers report empty bins at winter start. G. I. Howell gets one car of Ohio cook stove coal. Westville Lumber & Coal Co. has two cars of hard coal, distributed in small lots. The situation remains bleak as demand far outstrips supply.
The ceremony took place at Michigan City on Wednesday November 5 at 3 30 pm conducted by Rev A W Wood. The couple’s families attended including Mrs Edith McKellips Maxine Reglein Ruth Rozein and Mrs Herman Reglein. They will honeymoon in South Bend and Chicago then reside in Laporte at Rumely plant after he resumes work there.
Announcement of the marriage at Crown Point on Thursday Oct 380. The couple took a short honeymoon and will reside in Gary where the groom is employed. Both have many friends in the younger set and receive many congratulations.
Friends of Edward Brown and Miss Cora Dill extend congratulations on their marriage reported to have occurred yesterday. Brown runs a farm at Mann Corners south of town, while Dill, a Porter county resident, is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank Hill.
A single ticket featuring Jon N. Iselly for trustee of the Second ward and John S. Recktenvalk for clerk treasurer appeared before Westville voters on Tuesday. Both candidates were unanimously elected with seven perfect votes. The board and clerk treasurer will continue in their posts.
Twenty four cases of typhoid were reported in Laporte triggering state health department intervention. Local authorities and state officials are coordinating a concerted effort to quell the outbreak and prevent further spread.
Robert Murphy seven son of Mr and Mrs Wm Murphy formerly of Gary fell from a roof during house construction near his home and suffered a leg fracture now in a cast. After a month he is reported to be mending satisfactorily and expected to fully recover.
Large flocks of wild geese are seen moving southward this season as they follow traditional migratory routes. observers note varying species among the V formations and a steady progression toward southern locales with milder winter climates.
County auditor A H Kimble reports most townships in Laporte will see higher tax rates with the final county and township levies to be published soon. Galena New Durham lead increases, with several townships raising funds for tuition. Union township also up.
Eliza Shunk wife of B F Shunk died Sunday morning at her son D W Shunk's home at age 14 years 2 months 27 days from apoplexy after a seven day illness. Born in Ohio August 6 1835 she married in 1856 and lived in Laporte county. Survived by three sons C W Seattle D W and M W New Durham two. Funeral held at home with FE T Scott officiating. The obituary praises mothers for their industry thrift and civic virtue.
Clinton Barnard born May 26 1835 near Jackson township Porter County. He died November 12 1856 in Shawnee Oklahoma after a long Oklahoma residence. Married Milissa Brewer later widow Annie Long survival. Nine children listed with spouses and birthdates. Family linked to Quaker community and early local history emphasizing sturdy, temperate and devout lifeways.
The Hammond Standard Steel Car plant strike involving 3000 workers ends after guards withdraw and 1500 return to work. Five workers were killed and seventy injured. millions in wages and non production lost since the July 18 start.
A reflective verse on autumn signaling the aging process. It compares the yearly change of leaves to aging and urges graceful acceptance of growing old without regret or fear. The piece uses季 imagery to equate seasons with life stages.
Mrs J C Bluhm was summoned to Whitley Thursday after a stroke struck her father. The attack proved fatal, Mr Whittaker died Tuesday afternoon. The funeral will be held at Kingsbury tomorrow.
Ralph Davidson former Laporte dry goods and clothing merchant died at home in Pasadena California last Friday at age 83. Survived by wife Mrs Davidson a daughter Martha Carr Knight of San Francisco and two sons Milton of Los Angeles and Walter of New York Burial planned in Pasadena.
About 40 farmers met at Stillwell to form a Laporte County Farm Bureau district. Twenty three signed as members and will canvass the area to boost membership. County agent C A Beuchner spoke on plans and announced a November 6 Laporte meeting to affiliate with the Indiana Federation of Farmers.
Every member of last year’s eighth grade has entered high school. Sixteen enrolled locally and Ethel Carpenter began at a Indianapolis high school. Helen Chivington joined the freshman class Monday. The lyceum second number is November 19 by Cheney Concert company. Miss Dennison and Miss Wright supervised art and domestic science at school Wednesday.
Kentland residents visited the D LT Weith home for a weekend. Sixty guests attended the Scipio Enp Community club Halloween party at Mr. and Mrs I W McGuigan home with masked attendees, games, and refreshments. Melvin Proud and Edna Wilkinson returned from Colorado. Moor Village church members joined Westville services Sunday. Ora Young visited Pin Hook, while Helen Henry and Katherine Tallant stayed with Marian Egbert in Laporte last weekend.
Beatty's Corners updates list several family visits to Michigan City and Chicago. A box social is planned at Beatty's Corner school on Friday evening, November 14, inviting all locals to attend.
Otis residents and families attended a Thursday play in Michigan City with Charles Olson. Local shoppers, workers from Salt Mountain factory in Chesterton, and residents moved furniture and hosted visits. Roosevelt program at Miss Nickolson’s school raised funds. Joseph Balentine’s wedding prep noted. a baby carriage for sale at the I. N. Plant home.
Readable ad style copy urges readers to prepare for cold weather with stylish suits and warm coats in autumn colors. It hints at underwear and hosiery options and pitches Christmas shopping at the Boston Store in Laporte Indiana.
From South Chicago to Pentwater Michigan and Michigan City Tuesday, household goods shipments and auto trips marked a busy week. O C Anderson moved from summer home to South Chicago for winter, while J Borowski and Mrs J J Alexa arranged furniture and goods shipments. Clarence H Miller and Arthur Rehl jing traveled by auto to Michigan City on Tuesday.
Mrs. Bert Cotton and son Guy visited with A. A. Cotton family Thursday through Tuesday and helped at the church bazaar. Austin Brooks announced a November 12 sale of personal property before moving to Chesterton. Locals from Furnessville South Chicago and Michigan City attended gatherings and Halloween events with family.
Residents nationwide spent days raking fallen leaves and burning pileups for cleanup and pest control. The activity signals seasonal yard maintenance and often prompts safety reminders about smoke, fire hazards, and local burn restrictions.
The Boston Store reports steady grain sack prices with good sacks scarce. They are selling at 59 cents, below today’s wholesale price, and urge buyers to shop soon before stock ends.
Miss Viola Cain visited her nephew Herbert Cain and family Sunday. Arthur Linstedt received a large car load of lumber from Westville Coal & Lumber Co. for a new house. Ernest Krodas returned from Chicago Monday for a two weeks vacation. The Frame brothers sold their hay pressing outfit to John Gagle.
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