Politicians Clash Over Roosevelt and War Policy
The piece recounts William E. Stone and George Chamberlain criticizing Theodore Roosevelt for attacks on President Wilson. Roosevelt and Chamberlain later debated in Washington, with Baker defending the War Department. Baker testified before the Senate Military Committee, refuting charges of inefficiency while acknowledging some complaints.
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United States
William E. Stone
Missouri
Theodore Roosevelt
Kansas City Star
George Chamberlain
Oregon
Stone
Chamberlain
Roosevelt
Senate
Wilson
Hoosevelt
Congress
Mr. Roosevelt
Washington
Senator Chamberlain
Press Club
United States Senate
Wilson Administration
War Department
Newton D. Baker
Baker
Senate Military Committee
War Department discipline praised by Courier Journal in 1918
The Louisville Courier-Journal argues that despite isolated cruelties in war, Secretary Baker and the War Department enforce strict rules and punish offenders. It appeals to patriotic citizens to support proper care for soldiers and to oppose political agitators. Dated January 30, 1918.
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Siveston
Stanton
Grant
Sherman
VeKiney
Baker
War Department
United States
Courier-Journal
Louisville Courier-Journal
Revelations From War Department Impress Washington
Secretary Baker's Senate testimony on mobilizing forces since last April leaves Washington awed. The display, praised as unequaled in wartime history, aims to dispel doubt and bolster public confidence. Baker condemns no one, welcomes criticism, and asserts the War Department has done great work despite deficiencies, with a strong national impact.
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Baker
Senate Committee On Military
Allis
Washington
Chamberlain
War Department
Department
United States
Prussia
Death Notices for Glenda A Faith a seven year old
In Remembrance of Little Glenda Faith the death angel took Glenda A Faith aged seven on January 6 191% She was born April 22 1910 and leaves a grieving father sister Mildred grandmother Elizabeth Tindall grandfather Ben Faith and many relatives She died after double pneumonia suffered since Saturday funeral services were held at Central U B church and she is laid beside her mother in rest The family laments her bright cheerful presence and recalls her as loved by schoolmates and family alike
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Iul Faith
Glenda A
Glenda
Wis
Mildred
Elizabeth Tindall
Ben Faith
Central
U. B
C. E. Williams
London Raids Prompt War Talk and Retaliation
The Indianapolis Star reports a London raid killed forty seven people most of them women and children and caused minor property damage. It notes British French retaliation on German cities and warns Germany that ongoing noncombatant attacks will prompt stronger Allied air offensives.
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London
Great Britain
United States
Mannheim
Indianapolis Star
Be a patriot and not a partisan in wartime conduct
The text urges readers to abandon partisan squabbling and support the wartime effort. It calls for loyalty to country over party, citing public demands to remove partisan figures and continue the national program. It compares political grumbling to fans shouting for play and stresses the value of patriotism above faction.
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Bolfatherskite
Silver Tray Gift to J Forest Melton from Louisville Varnish
J Forest Melton of Boone township received a silver service tray from the Louisville Varnish Company in recognition of his superb work. His 1917 sales were the second largest in the company, with a territory in New York City. The company’s sales last year topped 1.5 million dollars, up 250000 from 1916.
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J. Forest Melton
Boone Township
Louisville Varnish Company
Melton
New York City
Louisville
In Memory of Sister Dessie Catherine Deschamp
A 14 year old girl Dessie Catherine Deschamp daughter of Mr and Mrs John Deschamp born October 19 1903 died January 1 1918 after a year long illness at Fairview U B Church funeral held January 2 with Rev Williams officiating. She leaves mother sister Virgil two grandmothers and many relatives. Schoolmates and teacher gave a floral tribute.
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Dessie Catherine
John Deschamp
Fairview U. B. Church
Ella
Virgil
Vernon
Fairview Church
Williams
Lieaven
Dessie
Golden Gate
In Memoriam Annie Robinson 1896-1917
In loving memory of Annie Robinson daughter of William and Mary Robinson who died January 30 1917 aged twenty. One year ago today she faded with grace and bore her suffering without murmur. God called her and she rests in the grave but memory remains. Sadly missed by her mother and sisters.
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Annie Robinson
William and
Mery Robinson
Farm for Sale Near Town with Schools and Churches
Fifty acre farm for sale well located one mile from a town and a good pike. Close to Protestant and Catholic schools and churches within a mile. Features a number one five room house a large barn and other outbuildings. On a public highway with fruit trees plenty of water and fully fenced. Inquire at this office. jout
Hall's Catarrh Medicine Advertisement Claim
An old style notice offers a one hundred dollar reward for an incurable catarrh case. It touts Hall's Catarrh Medicine as curative for thirty five years, claims it cleanses the blood and mucous surfaces, and promises noticeable health improvement after short use. Testimonials are available on request.
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Hall
Information Wanted on Squire Boone Mill Inscription
Indiana State Librarian Demarchus Brown asks readers to identify the inscription carved by Squire Boone at his mill on Buck Creek near where the McCarty Mall later stood. He seeks a copy or record not found in library books and begs for any reader who recalls or can locate the inscription.
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Demarchus Brown
Indiana
Lew M. O'Bannon
Jorydon
Squire Boone
Garrison
Buck Creek
McCarty
The Country Lady L Emma N Carleton Poem
A rural lyric celebrates simple country life with crops air and scenery. The speaker contrasts city fashions with country comforts and ends with the signature Country Lady L Emma N Carleton New Albany Indiana.
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L. Emma N. Carleton
New Albany
Ind
Ridge region kept lively with sleighs and social visits
Cold weather and rising river tides weave through Clifton area life as communities cluster around gatherings. James Williar family and neighbors share visits from New Boston Elbert and Corydon while Laura Gordon, Lena and Mildred Robinsons host guests over the weekend.
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John May
Corydon Nast
Laura Gordon
New Boston
Lena
Mildred Robinson
Ray Williar
Laconia
Nate Williar
Jackie Schweitzer
Elbert
John Schweitzer
Jack for Sale in Corydon Ind
Four year old registered jack for sale described as fifteen and a half hands high with good form and breeding value. Two of his colts won first premiums at the Harrison County Fair. Contact Chas T Elliots Corydon Ind R R G Eureka phone n26 tf.
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Jack
Harrison County Fair
Chas
T. Elliots
Corydon
Ind
R. R. G. Eureka
Corrections to Ed C Sappenfield Trustee Report
Printer and proof readers correct errors in Jackson township annual report from the Democrat. Corrections include O G Lidikay disbursement and Road Fund receipts balance on hand 1919.40 dated Dec 11 1916 and Jan 1 1917 respectively. The paper acknowledges mistakes and offers further corrections if needed.
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Ed. C. Sappenfield
Jackson Township
Democrat
O. G. Lidikay
SOA
Notice of Final Settlement in Anna Me Grable Estate
Harrison Circuit Court February Term 1918. Administrator reports final settlement of Anna M Grable estate and vouchers. examination set for February 20 1918. Heirs and interested parties must appear to show cause and prove heirship or claims. ELIJ GRABLE, Adar, Kirkham & O Bannon Attorneys.
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Anna Me Grable
Harrison Circuit Court
Anna M Grable
Elij Grable
Adar
Kirkham & O'Bannon
Attys
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