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Newspaper
Brazil Gazette
Location
Brazil, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1931
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text shows a political tirade criticizing Hoover and Republican policy, calling for reform and fumigation of government and economy. It references Indiana figures and unrest over tariffs, debt, and wealth inequality, contrasting elite excess with poverty amid national depression.
A garbled pledge-like text appears with misspellings and odd phrases. The fragment seems to imitate an allegiance pledge but contains numerous errors rendering a clear historical claim or event. No identifiable names, dates, or organizations are discernible.
A Browneville Oregon Times feature prints a quoted tirade by an unnamed businessman railing against layered taxes and laws. He declares his bank account shattered, unable to send a check, and complains of pervasive levies from federal and state codes to local by-laws and charitable demands. The piece mocks overreach and financial strain across institutions and civic groups, presenting a satirical, distressed voice about taxation and governance.
A reader pleads for continued faith in Jeffersonian democracy and criticizes religious influence on politics. The letter emphasizes democratic principles, political power, and the speaker’s intent to contribute to democratic practice despite misfortunes in the county and ongoing public discourse.
Fairview residents report weekend travel to Brasil and Brazil connections. Frank Caress and Ming June Lytle visited relatives, while Van Myers and wife shopped locally. George Lytle and family hosted guests Shirley and Phylilia Lytle, with others like Duane Welles and Richard Fee noted in Brazil and Terre Haute visitors C J Sexton and Berton family spending the weekend.
Henry Nussel aged 74 years 4 months 7 days died at home on Wednesday evening after an extended illness. He lived in Bras for 38 years and was a refined miner. He survived by his widow Anna and three sons and two daughters. Funeral services will be held at his home this afternoon with Rev. Arthur James officiating at Cottage Hill Cemetery.
Funeral services for William Fowler, age 4, were held at the Chelstlyn church. Interment followed at Clatage HL cemetery. A well known Kragillan, he died at Evansville hospital after more than a year of complications. He had been active in the First Christian church and Sunday school, and worked as a grocery clerk for many years, well known in local business circles.
Mrs Anna Workin aged 81 widow of Sicholy Worklu died at Uebotme on south Alatgaman street yards Werdtet day morning after eight months confinement to her bed. A resident over fifty years she was born in Germany and leaves many Orleans to mourn her. She was a member of the Amanetatla Catholic church. The funeral will be held at eight this morning from the Mitunchilion Catholic church with interment at Cathode ene wry.
In 1905 he became an associate of A C Heshrd former mayor of Los Angeles and a renowned patent lawyer. He held posts in local banks and had oil and mining interests. Townsend was a charitable and social worker in the western metropolis. His death filled California papers. he is survived by his widow and two daughters.
Inders Brown longtime Hemill merchant and hardware company veteran dies at home on Kruxan street after extended debility. He was 72 and had been ill for two years. A member of First Presbyterian church and Akt Fellows. Funeral held at his brother John F. Brown's home with Rev. Shirley officiating. Interment at Cottage Hill cemetery.
Funeral services are held for Fred K Payton age 1 of Voalmont Tink. The interment is at Roof B cemetery. The death occurred early Friday morning with the remain at the residence in Cowlment.
A fragmented page discusses the American Legion's objectives and the meaning of Americaniam citizenship. It argues for preparedness, domestic tranquility, fair opportunity, and balancing material wealth with individual virtue, while condemning corruption and disloyalty and urging vigilance against internal and external threats.
Mrs Anna Eckels widow of Laurie Eckels died after three months illness. She had lived in RindghinVille for 44 years and was a member of the Church of Christ. Funeral services were held Thursday morning with Rev Thmione Whiteling officiating at Forest Hill Cemetery in Gre Tenstle.
Evelenime E. Gregory, daughter of a pioneer family from the county, died at the time and place noted in the notice. Funeral services were conducted at her residence on Wednesday afternoon, with burial at Greenwood Cemetery. Her passing left many relatives and friends to mourn.
Mrs Maude Thompson daughter of Mrs Jennie Thompson died Sunday at her mother's home after brief heart trouble aged four Born in Caney she had lived there then moved to Brasil where she had made many friends due to poverty Funeral services were held at the...
A fragmentary obituary notice for Fronela M Townsend, age 1H, living in Binanne Indiana. The readable text hints at illness and a short life, with the local community referenced in the unnamed publication.
The text argues that foreign ideas threaten world order and religion, praising the American Legion for standing against this menace. It emphasizes dependability, public service, and steadfastness, urging unity to uphold national welfare and condemn selfish party pursuits. It notes a 1917 prayer for guidance and praises allied example.
Elmer Cox 20 of West National avenue suffered serious injuries in a diving incident at an Indiana paving brick factory yesterday afternoon. He was rushed to Clay County hospital by Miller and Son's ambulance as officials assessed the extent of his wounds.
Partial OCR lists names and relations such as Mr and Mrs Roger E Pockett Lewla Tad Jane and Dolores May with dates like June 3 and June 4. There are multiple fragmented birth and parent references including Jaemes Babine Julia Kern and others, with scattered locations like Sumas and North Morgans Cronin.
Mary Petitlog will be presented to the Board of Commissioners for hearing on the 7th day of July, NX. LEWIS H. SCHOUMEYER, Author Clay County, Indiana, GLAS. The notice states a penton has been filed in the office of the Auditor of Clay County, describing a highway detour and property lines along sections 32 and 28 in township 10 North, range 7 West, including a 250 rods distance and side lines to be determined.
A note notes a fine mess of fresh fish received at the Oak Hesteurant from Sir and Mrs James D Carpenter on a hiking trip at Boulder Junction Wincona l. Most fish here were caught by Mrs Carpenter. From all reports Jim hasn't been having much success. Advertion to the
William P. Lather Jr is elected president of the Chamber of Commerce at the Brazil monthly meeting held at First Presbyterian Church. Eugene Wardlaw, James A. Turner and others named to vice president, treasurer, and director posts amid a lengthy report from the nominating committee.
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