Cox and Roosevelt Demo-Nominees for 1920 Ticket
The Democrats nominated Governor Cox of Ohio for president and Franklin D. Roosevelt of New York for vice president after McAdoo and Palmer faded. Bryan failed to push a dry plank, but won a wet plank. Republicans avoided liquor as a campaign issue. Cox, in his third term as Ohio governor, faces a tough contest. both parties have newspaper experience shaping policy. The story also covers farm demonstrations, Wheat Midge pest issues, church trustee election notices, and local society notes.
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Cox
Ohio
Franklin D. Rooseevelt
New York
McAdoo
Palmer
Bryan
Osio
White House
Oflier
Roosevelt
Sera
Ant
Theodore
Tistery
Special Session Called By Governor For State Funds
Governor Goodrich has called a special session of the state legislature to begin at 1:36 on Monday. The focus is funds for state institutions with a proposed $500,000 to cover operations through September 30. A $290,000 transfer, paid by the state auditor though irregular, may be legalized. The governor hints at additional bills for consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goodrich
Hal Stearman Underwent Operation at Lakeside Hospital
Chris Stearman, suffering long from complications tied to a railroad wreck, was operated on at Lakeside Hospital last week. Surgeons removed wire fragments from his leg bone, believed to have caused ongoing trouble since the accident. Charleo Stearman has endured severe hardship over the past three years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chris, Stearman
Lakeside Hospital
Charleo
Town Board orders speed and noise cuts in autos
The Town Board met in regular session to curb fast driving and loud open cut outs around town. They warned violators will face enforcement, noting the danger with many machines present. Authorities promise evenhanded action to prevent accidents and uphold state law.
Bidding for Trade With Bargains From Brook Merchants
This week the paper produced six pages at home due to heavy advertising. Four Brook merchants offer the best bargains seen in ten months. If you seek cheaper goods read these ads and take advantage of them.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brook
Old Hotel Condemned by Vice Marshal in Lafayette
The old Bramble hotel in Lafayette has been condemned by the Vice Marshal and is at risk of closure. A nearby incident notes Emery Purdy attacked his wife and child, leading to his imprisonment after authorities intervened. Readers are reminded to check the date on their paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lafayette
St Erys
Emery Purdy
Rose Lawn
Purdy
D. J. Ross
Laisyette
Ade
Night Plant Log Reveals Firecracker Pranks and Shifts
The log notes a friend’s letter claiming someone was off four nights from 22:00 to morning. Lights were fiery and boys reportedly secured fire crackers and urged springmen. The record mentions a four shower period with no break.
Reappointed school board member reflects on tenure
The editor of this paper was re appointed a member of the school board on last Tuesday evening. He notes five years and seven months of service, recalls inviting more interested locals, and comments on the strict state laws governing education. He urges courtesy toward those fulfilling the role and mentions nearby residents and events such as a July 4th picnic and a farm visit.
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Bve
Mdima
Supreme Court voids horizontal tax raise scene
Supreme Court voids the horizontal raise in taxes and urges the legislature to legitimize the state tax board. Citizens are urged to protest the arbitrary tax increases and remind lawmakers the board lacks czar like powers. Verne Snyder arrived Thursday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Couse
State Tax Board
Tax Board
Russia
Elevator Manager Absconds in Raub Indiana Shortage Revealed
Lee Kelley, manager of the Farmers Elevator at Raub Indiana, vanished last week as an audit uncovered a 90000 shortage. He had served many years with the cooperative, and trust in his integrity was high despite the unknown method behind the embezzlement. Miss Francis Jessen of Morocco dies after cancer and long illness, leaving James Jessen and siblings Millie and Elie Thompson in mourning. Funeral and burial at Prairie Vine Cemetery followed a family gathering at the home near Morocco. Additional survivors include a Colorado resident and another brother in Rensselaer.
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Lee Kelley
Raub
Indiana
Kelly
Francis Dussen
Morocco
James Jessen
Moracro
Miss Jessen
James
Misa
Theamily
Prairie Vine
Millie
Elie Thompson
Alloway
Colorado
Rensselaer
Morocco Celebrates Fourth With Big Crowd And Festivities
Morocco marks a holiday with a large crowd despite a no show by the carnival company. A lopsided Goodland win 22 to 4 over Bradley Illinois, ample skam bat ten, One Brook band praised, an airplane stunt drew cheers, and $10 for ten minutes entertained the crowd. Wednesday band concert drew a large audience and William Parke and Harvey Bupp performed. Look to the date on your paper.
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Morocco
Flins
Goodland
Bradley Ilinois
One Brook
Wm. Parke
Harvey Bupp
Temple Moviegrams Thursday and Friday Max 70 chars
TempleMoviegrams lists Mary McLaren in Rogues and Riches on Thursday 10 and 20 cents Margarite Clark in Luck and Pawn on Monday plus Nazimova Revelation on Thursday 10 and 25 cents Marie Walcamp Western Friday Von Stroheim Hilnd Husbands Saturday Charles Ray The Sherriffs Son Christie Comedy and a July 25 Paramount Artcraft Super Special Everywomen touted as a season highlight
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Mary McLaren
Margarite Clark
James Corbett
Avenue A
Universal
Nazimova
Marie Walcamp
von Strohelm
Charles Ray
the Sherriffs Son
Paramount
Artcraft
Everywomen
Business and Personal News Highlights From July Fourth Visit
Mr Maloney of Chicago visited with Mr and Mrs Giio Frauenhorf over the fourth. Atty Frank Davis delivered an address at Thayer Indiana on Sunday evening, July 4, titled The Church and the State. Earl Clinton reported from Blue Grass that heavy rain and good crop prospects persist. Families of Chapin, Unger, Yarnell, Miler, and Miss Nichor joined Bert Bullis at his home Sunday, July 5.
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Mr. Maloney
Chicago
Mrs
Giio Frauenhorf
A. J. Chapin
Brook
Warren Unger
Kentland
O. H. Yarnell
Mr. Miler
Miss Tichor
Bert Bullis
Local Notices and Ads From Montgomery & Snyder Era
A noisy jumble of notices and ads from Kentland Indiana era. Items include paint and fire insurance pitches, elevator management shift at a Farmer's Cooperative, crop praise, travels to Chicago, a Brunswick phonograph agency announcement, and local residents’ movements. Notable names: Wm Hibway, Mrs Sayler, Mrs Herskman, Dr Canaval, Ed Harris, J G Nae, Mr Roe, I E Wagner, Fred F Killin, Montgomery & Snyder. Addresses include 247 Brook St and Newton Co Stone Co quarry area.
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Ed Harris
J. G. Nae
Mr Roe
Harris
Farmer's Co
Newton Co. Stone Go
Wagner
Tex
Autos in Trouble Near Morocco Ditching Injures Webb Family
On a Monday morning en route to Morocco for celebration J W Webb his wife and son plunged into a ditch by Robert s school house. Webb pinned beneath the overturning auto. Passersby and neighbors freed him after a delay. He escaped serious injury though bruised. The car lost lights bearings and other parts during the night. Webb formerly ran the Newton hotel at Morocco.
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Morocco
J. W. Webb
Robert
Mr. Webb
Pearson Pendergrass
Terana
Webn
Pendergrass
Mra. Petstergrass
Webb
Newton
Big car burns near Enos on July fourth
A touring car overturned near Enos on July 4 and was consumed by fire leaving only the frame and engine. No injuries were reported as occupants fled before authorities arrived. The vehicle was identified as belonging to L. R. Anderson of Chicago en route from Chicago to Springhill Ohio.
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Enos
L. R. Anderson
Chicago
Springhell
Ohio
Auto theft reward offered after Morocco celebration
Hal Auto Ston of Morocco reports his 1919 Ford touring car stolen during a July celebration. Art Cooper offers a $25 reward for the recovery. Quentin Thompson and Leonard Beagley drove Wednesday afternoon and, returning via Foresman, hit fresh gravel near the river bridge and collided with a fence. no injuries.
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Art Cooper
Morocco
Quentin Thompson
Leonard Beagley
Wed West
Big Ball Game Sunday At Spinney Park
On Sunday July 11 the Goocland team faces the Koko Eastern League at Spinney Park with a 2 20 start. Also notes Bangor Michigan trip as Miss Ima Frauenhof visits relatives. family greetings and local social updates appear alongside regional farming travel in Newton and Jasper counties.
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Fast Goocland
Kokono
Spinney Park
Ima Frauenhof
Bangor
Michigan
Riends
Johnson backs G. O. P. after mature deliberation
Hiram Joaneon emerges in strong support of the G. O. P stating it is the only choice for those who value safeguarding and preserving Americanism. He frames the Wilson era treaty as the central issue, noting Bryan has not abandoned hopes, and predicts reactions as the campaign begins. Earl Kline visits from Gary and spends the Fourth with his parents, Mr and Mrs William Kline.
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Hiram Joaneon
Wilson
Bryan
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Hwalery Ware
Harry’ Watt
R. 5. Thomas
Purdue
Christin Church
J. ¥. Hatfield
Board Christian Church
B. W. Spangler
York, Penn
Ford, Spangler
U. B. Ladies Aid
Abs. Webb
George Teanblossom
Degplaines
Illinois
Deg Franklin
Quince Hood
Web Sell
Crisler & Corbin
Ime Frauenhof
Seymour
Indian
Logansport
HAL Stearman
Laneside
Hote
Goodyear
Ides Fherish
Alty Davis
Vajara Wildasin
Ruth Carbaugh
Hanover Pa
Stella Corbin
Crawfordaville
Frank Corbin
Cecil Frye
Wn. Sterner
Chelmers
Nore
Lawrence's
Gridley
Myers
Davis
Harry Warr
Verne Snyder
Nacl
Francis Jessen
Earl Clinton
Tan
Wim
Ehre
Tel
C. Adkin
Wissek
Jeffersonville
Benion County
Sayler
Ray Herskman
Chevelah
Washington
Herskman
B. B. Hess Drug Co
Fred F. Killin
Fowler, Ind
Kentland, Indiana
Brunswick Phonograph
Brunswick
Allwood Town
Thunstwick
Montgomery & Snyder
HAL Auto Ston
Frauenhof
Ima
G. D. Miller
Dorothy
Hob Harrison
Pagan Aport
Quincd Hood
Ardis Hood
J. D. Wich
T. L. Davis
Jasper
Earl Kline
Gary
Wm. Kline
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