Indiana News Briefs Highlight Tax, Industry and Local Rises
Indiana towns report tax base gains with Rush and Boone counties posting large increases. Mills reopen in Elwood, distillery stock questioned in Harrison township, and canning inspection plans advance. Broader notes cover Masonry growth, scholarship honors, and public health cautions from Culver to Lake Maxinkuckee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sermour
Jackson County
Peru
Miami County
Indianapolis
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Madison County
Elwood
American Sheet and Tinplate Mills
Terre Haute
Harrison Township
Chicago
America
George 8. Bliss
Indiana School For
Fort Wayne
American Association For the Study
Shelbyville
Raymond Heck
Minnie Engie
Lizzie Martin
John Heck
William Talbert
Morristown
Shelby County
Edna Heck
Shelby
Alonzo Blair
Rushville
Rush County
Indiana
Grand Lodge
Thomas B. Bohton
Jeffersonville
F. and
A. Mason
Masonic Temple
Franklin
Franklin College
Clarence G. Lowe
Columbus
Lowe
J. N. Hurty
Culver
Maxinkuckee
Harry
Hoosier Lakes
National Canners’ Association
National Association
Lebanon
Boone County
W. J. Mann
Mann
Obedience Tested by Love and Faith in Abraham Jesus and Christ
Lesson emphasizes obedience as love to God and a tested discipleship path. Abraham’s before-the-facts march, Jesus warnings against false prophets, empty profession dangers, and the call to do Christ’s commands. Primary focus on obedience as a tangible measure of faith and loyalty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
God
Abraham
Christ
Jesus Christ
Need of God and Gospel Men in Modern Times
The speaker urges that the world is in upheaval and chaos and calls for God and the religion of Jesus Christ lived practically by men. He praises gospel preachers and says the church needs many more such men to influence the land.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
God
Jesus Christ
Cheerfulness in Blessings Invocation by Channing
A short exhortation to cultivate joy and gratitude, urging a cheerful frame and contented view of one’s circumstances. It emphasizes a perpetual sense of blessing and optimistic outlook.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Channing
Death of thy saints unfolds heavenly wealth and supply
A devotional quotation from John Austin proclaims that the death of the saints is precious to the Lord, rendering heirs to vast wealth and leaving believers furnished with abundant doctrine and examples for every spiritual want.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Austin
Physically Fit at Any Age Warns on Kidney Health
An admonition credits careless living over age for decline and warns kidneys suffer from uric acid buildup. It promotes GOLD MEDAL Haarlem Oil Capsules as relief, claiming refunds if ineffective and urging genuine sealed boxes in three sizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haarlem
Holland
Ancient Precautions Carved on Stone Monument
Two ancient kings vow a public agreement to be carved in stone so all can read it and prevent the agreement from being treated as a scrap of paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seymour
Jackson County
State Tax Board
Indianapolis
England
Australia
Canada
William Jennings Bryan
Greencastle
DePauw University
Columbus
Bartholomew County
Shelbyville
Morristown
Addison
Hanover
Hendricks
Union
Liberty
Terre Haute
William Mitch
United Mine Workers of America
Indiana
Jeffersonville
Indiana Reformatory
Allen County
Huntington
Jefferson County
State Farm
Bartholomew County Cow Testers’ Association
F. 2
Hyatt
Michigan City
Fred C. Miller
Germany
Harry B. Smith
One Hundred and Thirty-ninth Field Artillery
Statehouse
Peter J. Kruver
Internal Revenue
State Board of Tax Commissioners
Indiana Appellate Court
Howard Circuit Court
South Bend
St. Joseph County
Debtor and Creditor Clash Over Payment Demands
A terse exchange centers on debt repayment with one side insisting payment is possible while the other cites lack of funds or reluctance. The dialogue hints at financial tension and the moral weight of settling obligations.
Mean Intimation. Bald Joke Sparks Bitter Exchange
The satirical remark centers on Mr. Jones claiming devotion while another remarks he cannot die for love due to being bald. The exchange highlights sharp humor over personal appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Jones
Famous Peace Treaties by H Irving King
The Thirty Years War stretched across Europe as religion served politics. Key figures include Gustavus Adolphus, Richelieu, Mazarin, and Turenne. The Peace of Westphalia in 1648 reshaped Europe, granting France and Sweden gains while Germany lost territory and gained conscience rights. The article traces battles, diplomacy, and the later Aix-la-Chapelle settlement ending major conflicts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
England
Richelieu
Saxony
Tassoni
Europe
Gustavus Adolphus
Sweden
Tilly
Wallenstein
Turenne
Conde
Louis XIII
Cardinal Mazarin
Spain
Munster
Louis
Osnabruck
House of Austria
Westphalia
Germany
Verdun
Toul
Metz
Alsace
Treaty at Aix-la-Chapelle ends Austrian succession war
On October 18, 1748, Aix-la-Chapelle signed a peace treaty ending the War of the Austrian Succession. Frederick II of Prussia invaded Silesia in 1740 triggering a wider European conflict. Maria Theresa sought Hungarian support as powers such as France England and Spain contested Habsburg dominions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bavaria
Italy
Fontenoy
Jaucoux
Laswfeld
France
England
America
Cape Breton
Canso
Louisburg
Cape Breton Island
Pepperell
Maine
Williamstown
Mass
Saratoga
Russia
Austria
Aix-la-Chapelle
Europe
Atlantic
Charles VI of
House of Hapsburg
Maria Theresa
Charles
Frederick
Prussia
Trian
Silesia
Hohenzollern
Spain
Sardinia
Louis XV
Hapsburg
Carpet Snakes Climb Walls and Roosts, Expert Says
A Sydney Bulletin correspondent notes the carpet snake is an adept climber. It was found under roof ridge capping and even roosts at night when ladders were removed. The creature climbs trees and appears to grip walls with rudimentary legs and claws, aiding ascent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney Bulletin
Chicken Gift Sparks Marriage Request in Philippine Mission
Adelaide Lyons notes in World Outlook that chickens are a common church gift in the Philippines and trigger a humorous ritual. A missionary greets Alejo with a chicken and previews a vernacular wedding blessing, leading to a request to marry Alejo and Juanita on Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
Alejo
Juanita
Adelaide Lyons
World Outlook
Scatter Sunshine and the Value of a Pleasant Salutation
A New England farmer counsels agreement as a remedy when troubles arise urging kindness helps when things break bad. The exchange notes how a friendly greeting can lift spirits and reveal some humanity even in hard times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Gluten in flour and its use for diabetics
Gluten is the main nutritive element in all flour and varies by grain variety. Gluten flour has starch removed to improve suitability for diabetic patients.
Also Mentioned on This Page
P. BR. Fitzwater
D. D
Moody Bible Institute of Chicago
Western Newspaper Union
Libby
SPOHN
Spohn Medical CO
Mfrs
Goshen, Ind
H. Irving
McClure
Frederick of Prussia
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!