Evening Republican, Volume 23, Number 161, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 6 July 1920 — CITY DESERTED MONDAY; OTHER TOWNS CELEBRATED [ARTICLE]

CITY DESERTED MONDAY; OTHER TOWNS CELEBRATED

Rensselaer was a deserted ' place Monday, the celebrations of nearby cities luring our people away. Wheatfield, Monon, Morocco, Crown Point and Cedar Lake drew the major porVon of them. Crown Point had one of the largest crowds in the history of the city, and the splendid attractions which had been booked, kept the visitors well entertained throughout the day. Wheatfield also had a large crowd and a fine celebration, as did Morocco and MononSome of our citizens felt that this city should have celebrated, but the matter was treated witin lukewarmness by the majority. A subscription paper was on its rounds among the merchants early this morning, and provides for funds to be applied on a July 4th celebration in 1921. It has been several years since Rensselaer has observed the day and arrangements should be made for a big celebration in another year. And a three or four day stock show this fall or an Armistice Day celebration would not be amiss. We should all assume a more aggressive attitude and keep our city to the front.