Human Welfare and Growth Of Lake County regions
President addresses North Township Lake County Indiana dedication of Wickar Memorial Park praising industry devotion and character. He traces regional growth from early settlement to Whiting East Chicago Gary and suburbs, noting population over 150000, assessed value near 200 million, and projected improvements of 325 million as America’s pace of development.
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Mississippi
Lake Michigan
Detroit
Chicago
Calumet River
George H. Hammond
Munster
Highland
Gary
America
Growth of industry and schools in Hammond region noted
A historical survey highlights Hammond, East Chicago, and Whiting as pivotal in linking factories with education and culture. It credits native stock, patriotism, and civic effort for World War II era mobilization, and details the Wicker Memorial Park project built by 16 men across three cities, with athletic facilities and public recreation as a lasting memorial to service.
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Lfe
Lake Michigan
Indiana
Ilinois
Ohio
Southwest
Lake County
Joseph P. Smith
North
Bammond
Spain
Hammond
East Chicago
Whiting
Liberty Hall
Wicker Memorial Park
World War Service
Republic
Babylon
Boston
Germany
Old First Church
Brookline
Charlesbank
Loulaville
City of
New York
Jacob ‘Ril
Public parks and recreation for all citizens rise in importance
The century's growth of small parks, playgrounds, community centers, and athletic fields aims to improve public health, boost industrial efficiency, and elevate mind and society. Officials insist these facilities democratize culture and opportunity, extending privileges beyond a few to all people.
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Wwe
Cvthehedu
We Hold These Truths From Past To Promise Our Future
A reflective piece tracing America from colonial beginnings to modern nationhood. It celebrates self government, local town meetings, and religious and educational foundations, then argues for expanding democracy and addressing social inequalities. It notes World War involvement, national progress, and ongoing civic duties like voting amid persistent challenges.
A call for practical ideals and continued national progress
The speaker extols imperfect yet solid American institutions and urges continued hard work and industry. He emphasizes tangible achievements over promises, honors courage and character, highlights charitable wartime responses, and praises a park as a fitting memorial and practical idealism to inspire future generations.
Last Commodore Gillmore, Flag Officer, Dies in Washington
James Clarkson Gillmore, the last commodore to fly a flag before the rank faded, has died in Washington after a long illness. A Spanish-American War Medal of Honor recipient, he also gained fame for a Philippine campaign incident when held by Filipinos. He refused to be fed by hand, arguing an officer should not die that way. A rescue party's approach led to his release.
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Washington
Associated Press
James Clarkson Gillmore
United States Navy
Commodore Gillmore
Gillmore
Boston man buys stake in local web company merger plans
J Murray Walker of Boston has purchased a large share of the George B Colton Elastic Web company in East Hampton as part of a consolidation, announced by Clifford A Richmond treasurer and general manager. Richmond says the plan will be revealed later and plans to leave after the Walker arrangements are carried out. Reports say the consolidation may involve Glendale Elastic Fabric in East Hampton and the Walker company in Brockton, but Richmond declined to name firms.
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East Hampton
Mass
Associated Press
Murray Walker
Boston
George 8. Colton Elastic Wels Company
Clifford A. Richmond
Walker
Richmond
Glendale Elastic Fabric Company
Walker Company
Brockton
Fire Marshal Warns on Fireworks Snakes Hazard
New Haven June 14 Fire Marshal Martin J Fleming warned that fireworks dangerous by themselves can kill when misused by children who mistake snakes for candy and ingest them Mercury and other poisons were cited He urged local retailers to avoid selling this novelty and warned parents against allowing children to buy them
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New Haven
Associated, Press
Martin J. Fleming
Connecticut
Perente
Garlick Praised by Judge Ells in Open Court
E. Earle Garlick, newly named Judge of the Court of Common Pleas, was lauded by Judge Arthur F. Ells of the Superior court. Garlick will take oath July 1 after five years as assistant state's attorney under Homer S. Cummings and William H. Comley. Ells praised his work and noted the Connecticut owes him thanks as the May term closed. London remains found: monk and prior remains discovered in coffins on a site of a desecrated church.
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E. Earle Garlick
Court of Common Pleas
Arthur F. Ells
Superior Court
Garlick
Homer S. Cummings
William H. Comley
Criminal Superior Court
Garrick
Isa
Ells
Fairfield County
Homer Cummings
Mr. Garlick
Connecticut
Atste
Etate
Atta
Peterson Held Accused for Slaying Thompson Here
Frederick Peterson aged 50 of 441 Hollister avenue is held criminally responsible by Coroner John J. Phelan for the death of Edward Thompson 47 a factory foreman of 08 Union avenue Thompson died at Bridgeport hospital June 8 from peritonitis caused by a stab wound inflicted two days earlier after a quarrel in the Thompson apartment Both men met in a local saloon May 31 and argued Thompson followed Peterson home and was stabbed during a struggle on the stairs Peterson confessed claiming self defense after being struck by Thompson Mrs Thompson protested the guest’s departure and the stabbing occurred during the descent of the upper stairs
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Frederick Peterson
Hollister Avenue
John J. Phelan
Edward Thompson
Union Avenue
Thompson
Bridgeport
Peterson
Wich
Handa
Bear
Germany to warn Soviet Russia on propaganda end
From Geneva June 14 German Foreign Minister Stresemann said Germany would warn Soviet Russia that ending Communist propaganda in other countries was advisable. He called Soviet actions a great pity and noted that responsible leaders abroad do not wish to sever ties with Russia, though heat is rising in some quarters.
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Geneva
Swiltzerland
Associated Press
Gernen
Stresemann
Berlin
Germany
Soviet Russia
Russia
Norwalk Bankruptcy Pays First Dividend For Polley Case
A first dividend of three percent was granted in the Irving K. Polley bankruptcy matter in Norwalk. Polley, doing business as Polley Refrigerating and Supply Co., filed for bankruptcy with assets of 106,596.44 and liabilities of 124, BA9.77. A discharge is recommended for Dr. James H. Davies of this city, who filed a voluntary petition months ago, showing assets of 2,511 and liabilities of 9,461.37. Davies operated a sanitarium in Stratford.
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Irving K. Polley
Norwalk
Polley
Polley Refrigerating and Supply Company
James H. Davies
Davies
Stratford
Shriners Delegate James Blake Dies in Atlantic City
James Blake eighty four Boston jeweler dies at Atlantic City hospital after apoplexy en route to attend Shriner Imperial council session for the twenty ninth time. Blake, Aleppo Temple Boston member and American Imperial council member, will be shipped home tomorrow.
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Atlantic City
M. J
James Blake
Boston
Atlantic City Hospital
Shriners Imperial Council
Blake
Aleppo Temple
Imperial Council
New Bedford Bank Robbery Suspect Held in New York
Estelle Longley, 25, was ordered held on a fugitive charge after New Bedford, Massachusetts authorities requested. A bail of 825,000 was continued by Magistrate Edward Wel in West Side Court. Walter Almond and J C Ryan of the New Bedford Police testified about the safe robbery link.
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New York
Associated Press
Estelle Longley
New Bedford
Mass
Edward Wel
West Side Court
Walter Almond
J. C. Ryan
Soubaix Mills Lease Spins New Textile Venture at Clinton Plant
Officials of Soubaix Mills Inc announced leasing part of their Clinton factory to Armion Textile Corporation, a newly formed subsidiary. Beginning July 1, spinning will operate day and night to supply yarn for the Long Island plant, with Armion also running weaving at Whitesstone, Long Island.
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Clinton, Maxa
Associated Press
Soubaix Mills Inc
Armion Textile Corporation
Swhesidiary
Whitestone
Clinton
No More Gas In Stomach and Bowels
An old time drug ad promotes Baalmann's Gas Tablets to relieve stomach gas. It claims the tablets end gnawing sensations, heart palpitations, and fatigue, restore breath, energy, and circulation, and come in a yellow package for $1 at Hindle Drug Stores.
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Baalmann
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Monk
London
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Orient
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Cedar Street, New York
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Lifebuoy
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Carmbridge, Mam
Iebuoy Health
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