Political remarks and party clash in Batesville 1919
A 1919 Batesville notice discusses a Democratic caucus case Wilson vs Clark favoring the defendant. It notes Wilsonites and Clarkites plan to influence the presidential nominating convention. It cites Champ Clark calling detractors "stark idiots" and debates over the League of Nations and Wilson's 14 points with remarks attributed to the Indianapolis Star.
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Wilson
Clark
Champ Clark
Democratic Party
Democratic War Administration
League of Nations
Germany
Indianapolis Star
Mr. Wilson
Hays for Governor in Indiana Republican tribute
An editorial endorses Will Hays for Indiana governor highlighting his proven party organizing record and leadership. It argues he has unified factions, rebuilt the party, and merits nomination as the clearest path to electoral success. The piece calls on the party to offer him the nomination if he desires it.
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Indiana
H. Hays
Republican Party
Batesville Pupils Pledge Summer War Savings
124 Batesville public school pupils signed pledges to save during the summer by buying War Savings Stamps. The pledge drive was announced by Robt. E. Springsteen, Indiana War Savings Committee director, after Batesville teachers asked parents to support the thrift program.
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Batesville
Robt. E. Springsteen
Indiana War Savings Committee
Springsteen
Cuy
Indiana War Savings
Delinquent Taxes Parcels by County Clerk Report
The semi annual settlement sheet lists delinquent taxes by locality led by Shelby with 1508.83 dollars and Brown 884.57. Other towns and townships include Adams 544.90, Delaware 340.94, Jackson 244.54, Otter Creek 636.62, Johnson 834.68, Laughery 50.36, Milan 96.76, Versailles 78.74, Sunman 99.88, Obgood 807.14, Batesville 494.38.
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Batesville
Sunman
Milan
Versailles
Obgood
Laughery Township
Adams
Delaware
Jackson
Otter Creek
Johnson
Brown
Shelby
Iron and Steel Manufacture Share in U S Industry
The United States leading manufacturing industry is iron and steel. Pig iron from iron ore constitutes about 25 percent of raw materials. Approximately 14 percent is driven off by volatilization in coal coking, 40 percent escapes as gas fur and dust, leaving 21 percent to remain as a sing.
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America
United States
Marriage Licenses Reported in The Ledger
Frank L. Malcott wed Esther Wilker and William H. Cole married Pearl M. Patterson in the latest recorded licenses.
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Frank L. Malcott
Esther Wilker
Wm. H. Cole
Pearl M., Patterson
Mary Dunston Promotes a Hard Choice at Office
In a 1919 Western Newspaper Union story, senior Mary Dunston requests that her colleague Blanche Elson receive advancement instead. After Elson’s discharge and public deception, Mary discovers Arthur Holmes, a supportive suitor, and ultimately forgives Blanche, as their lives intertwine through work, betrayal, and romance.
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Jim
Mr. Ross
Miss Elson
Blanche Elson
Mary
Blanche
Arthur Holmes
Mr. Holmes
Maury
Mary Dunston
Miss Dunston
Dunston
Red Cross notes and war relief efforts across Europe
Red Cross reports show dogs saving wounded soldiers and film screenings to promote relief work. Overseas teams aid veterans with back pay and subsistence, while food missions and medical teams aid Roumania amid outbreaks. The piece cites relief stations, refugee flows, and continued Red Cross service beyond peace.
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Red Cross
American Food Mission
American Red Cross
Roumania
Danube
Tablet honors Horace Greeley at Poultney printing site
The Vermont Press association placed a memorial tablet on the East Poultney building once home to the Northern Spectator where a fourteen year old ragged boy began training as a printer. Horace Greeley learned the craft that formed his lifelong journalism career.
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Horace Greeley
Vermont Press Association
East Poultney
Northern Spectator
Red Lead Dry Battery Patented by H. Czanyl
A dry battery using red lead and manganese compound has been patented by H Czanyl. It lasts longer than current types and can be kept inactive for months without deterioration. It may be recharged at least ten times with each recharge as efficient as present batteries. Our paper reaches every home and can reach buyers through us.
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H. Czanyl
Timid Edward Learns Courage From Indian Suit
Edward, a timid boy, tries to overcome his fear with a new Indian costume. His father says Indians are brave, but when a big dog charges, the outfit fails and Edward sobs that it doesn’t work on him.
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Edward
Heat exposure boosts mice resistance to tuberculosis
James B. Murphy and Ernest Sturm report in the Journal of Experimental Medicine that mice heated and then inoculated a week later with a virulent tuberculosis strain showed greater resistance than untreated controls.
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James B. Murphy
Ernest Sturm
Journal of Experimental Medicine
Liberty Demande Full Loyalty In Name and Form
A constitutional address pledges unwavering loyalty to Liberty Demande. The text notes creation of statues and praise but expresses lingering distrust as the movement grows and its demands increase. It ends with a firm expectation of full service from Liberty Demande.
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Lord Macaulay
Indelible Ink Formula Blends Madder and Indian Ink
A historical ink recipe describes mixing indelible ink with aniline black in 5 parts pelic acid and 94 parts castor oil, then adding a few parts Indian ink. The mixture should be shaken before use.
Printing Platform Defines Our Worth and Purpose
A concise manifesto declares the sole value of printing lies in the right kind of work, framing it as the foundation of the platform and guiding principle.
Arctic Freezer Cuts Mussiness From Old System
Using an Arctic freezer eliminates half the mussiness and trouble of the old system, simplifying operation and maintenance.
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Donald McCallum
Unics
Red
Euclid Ave
Lake Division
Mainy
Dallas News
New York Sun
Puritan
Prophet
Gotham
Eureka
Hershel
Aluminum
Darey Glass
Schwier's
Harry Schwier
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