The Legislature Undertow and Gubernatorial Reform
A critical column argues an undertow in Indiana legislative fights, alleging opposition to reform measures driven by the Senior senator and Beveridge allies. It claims coordinated efforts to thwart administration aims, with a political purge motive tied to the governor and district post office issues.
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House
Senate
Indiana
United States
Eighth District
Beveridge
Indiana Beveridge undertow shapes liquor and insurance law hopes
The passage notes co operation to push important reform measures through the session. It argues a high license law and insurance provisions could have been enacted to protect residents, but disorganization from the Beveridge undertow may limit future progress and have wide effects.
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Indiana
U.S
Indiana Lawmakers Face Fallout From Petition Rifts
The piece argues Indiana legislators acted without the governor and later confronted his influence. It blames senior lawmakers for antagonism and failure to fulfill campaign pledges. From a Republican view, little more was expected from minority members.
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Indiana
Hanly
Legislature passes some bills amid costly compromises
The late legislature acted with some achievements but failed to pass the most vital measures the public needed. Critics say the minority played political games, while the people expected more from Republicans.
The Natural Body as a Perfect Machine
A concise view argues the body is a perfect machine where removing any part weakens the whole. It urges retaining every part if possible, noting each segment supports the overall function of the human body.
Judges and teachers win salary boosts from legislature
The judges and the school teachers feel the legislature appreciated their shortages if not their shortcomings. Eich secured a substantial rise of salary.
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Eich
Interurban Subsidy Debate Reflects Right of Way Concerns
The article notes resistance to subsidies for interurban rail, arguing subsidies are needed but rights of way are contentious. It suggests legislative bills failed to pass, yet their purposes may have been served.
Brother Landis Seeks Gap in Fence Around Gubernatorial Pastor
Brother Landis of this district attempts to find an opening in the fence around the gubernatorial pastor, an effort he previously tried two years ago.
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Brother Landis
Iris Demonstration Shows Fountain County Board’s Proactive Spirit
A public demonstration highlights Fountain county’s board of commissioners ready to take decisive action for residents. Citizens observe the board’s willingness to pursue business and projects benefiting the community.
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Iris
Fountain County
Board of Commissioners
City Council Holds Regular Meeting Minutes
The city council met in the council chamber Monday night with all members present except Mr Gray due to illness. The clerk treasurer and mayor reports were received and approved. After routine business and bill approvals the council adjourned.
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Gray
Novus Spanish Etted Goans Bean Bake
A bean dish recipe uses white beans strained tomatoes and onions with sugar mustard red pepper salt and baking soda. It suggests optional salt pork or butter and bake two hours until tender as described.
Removing Paint Stains From Fabric With Homemade Solution
A home formula for stain removal blends four ounces castile soap with one quart boiling water. Once cooled add four ounces ammonia two of alcohol two of ether and two of glycerin then four quarts water. Dilute with equal water for use and apply with a clean cloth, drying with a fresh piece. apply full strength for badly soiled fabrics.
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Castile
Turpentine Uses for Cleaning and Brightening Households
Turpentine cleans ink from linen when mixed with soap and acts as a whitener when added to boil-water for laundry. It removes wheel grease tar and pitch stains and can lift water caused white marks from furniture. A little turpentine in tepid water brightens carpets when the broom is dipped in.
Renovating Sealskin By Sunlight And Sand
Guide explains brightening a seal skin by air drying in sun and dust removal with a rattan stick. It covers applying sand and furriers sawdust mixture to absorb grease and dirt, then shaking out to leave the skin clean and bright.
Handy Kitchen Implement Lifts Pots With Automatic Clamp
An illustrated device for lifting hot pans doubles as a stove lifter. It features an automatic clamp that slips over a utensil edge and grips firmly, offering safer handling than cloths and protecting hands from burns.
Care of the Eyebrows and Home Ceiling Tips
Advice on grooming eyebrows with petroleum jelly to promote growth without harming eyes, and caution against applying near the forehead. Also guidance on erasing flaky ceilings using a wash of alum and water, plus a plaster paste for cracks.
Brass Bedsteads Care and Cleaning Caution
Brass bedsteads and brass trim on iron beds are not solid metal. The brilliant finish comes from a lacquer coating. Clean with a slightly damp cloth then brisk dry rub. Avoid using any cleaning compound to prevent damage.
The Baby's Care Advice on Infant Carts
A guidance note warns that babies should not ride in go carts or similar devices. It suggests using a baby carriage until the child is strong, then a cart or chair may aid lifting the legs intermittently.
The Mens Meeting at M E Church Draws Wide Attendance
A men only gathering was held at the M E church at 3 p m on Sunday with members from nearly every city congregation present. Evangelist Snow outlined the influence of men on business, religion, and society and urged duty and pleasure in balance. The Livengood quartet by Elmore Arter Ora Livergood V E Livengood and A T Livengood provided fitting music. The group is praised for voice quality and improvement, and organizers urge undenominational weekly Sunday afternoon meetings as a strong community boost.
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M. E
Evangelist Snow
Livengood
Elmore Arter
Ora Livergood
V. E
A. T. Livengood
Parson Poor's Donation Party at Baptist Church
The Baptist church hosts a Friday night program on March 22 organized by the Home Talent Entertainment group. Miss Mabel Coddington directs rehearsals and will present new readings. admission is 25 cents for adults and 15 cents for children.
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The
Baptist Church
Parson Poor
the Baptist Church
Revival Closes Sunday with Final Sermon by Evangelist
Revival closes Sunday with a 10:45 morning baptism and Holy Communion service. Sunday evening marks Rev. Snow's last sermon as the Evangelist delivers a powerful message. Livengood quartet assists in the song service. The meetings have blessed the church and city.
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Snow
Livengood Quartette
Peruna Promises Cure for Cold and Catarrh
An elderly Mrs Grace Janson credits Peruna with curing typhoid related left side pain and a persistent cough after three bottles. The ad cites women’s cold vulnerability, warns of chronic catarrh from cold, and presents testimonials from Mrs M F Jones Burning Springs Ky Mrs Laura Bengo Cincinnati OH Miss Annie Bueleman Wright City MO praising Peruna as a reliable remedy for coughs colds and catarrh with claims of long lasting relief and life saving effects.
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Grace Janson
Madison Street
Chicago
Ill
M. F. Jones
Burning Springs
Laura Bengo
Ann Street
Cincinnati
Ohio
Annie Bueleman
R. R
Wright City
Peruna
Party notice for Tirzah Ann Tubbs and Dea con Plunket
A party is planned for Tirzah Ann Tubbs and Dea con Plunket on March 22. The event details are sparse but indicate a social gathering in the local area.
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Tirzah Ann Tubbs
Deacon Plunket
Cole man Reeves Coleman Married In Attica Home
Miss Lara Stephens and John Wilber wed at the bride’s Attica home on Tuesday evening. Public sale announced for March 20 at P. J. McMahon’s livery barn featuring one hundred horses and mules, with Covington listings indicating McMahon’s sale.
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Lara Stephens
John Wilber
Brides Home
Attica
P. J. McMahon
McMahon's Barn
Covington
Local Auction Listings and Community Notices
O M Coffing advertises about twenty horses and mules for sale with other farm goods new and second hand. A critic praises Miss Coddington's Life Elixir of Marthy. The Baptist church event is set for March 22. The W U T U plans a meeting next Monday at 2 30 PM at Mrs Reeves home East Farrison street all interested invited.
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Marthy
O. M. Coffing
Will Reeves
East Farrison Street
Lawrence Returns From Minnesota Farm Visit
P. H. Lawrence returned last Wednesday after a three week stay in Minnesota where he had been looking after the interest of his half section farm.
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P. H. Lawrence
Minnesota
Attica Man Appointed Decorating Instructor at Jeffersonville
Al Martin of Attica is named Decorating Instructor at Jeffersonville, a $1,000 position, by Superintendent Whittaker. He accepted immediately.
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al Martin
Attica
Jeffersonville
Supt. Whittaker
Last Chance to Buy Massine Underwear at Reduced Prices
The Leader notes a final sale day for massine underwear table liners and embroideries on Saturday March 16 offering marked down prices.
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Massine
The
Leader
Fountain Items From Covington and Nearby Towns
Frank Watts and Tom Trott were in Covingt on Saturday. Mrs. Jack Clawson and Mrs. P. A. Shaffer visited Mrs. Will Shaffer Tuesday. Miss Margaret Beymer Thorn ton Beymer and Miss Edna Cox visited Layton's Station over Sunday. P. N. Cox and Charley Watts were in Covington Monday. Mrs. J. M. Hokins, recently ill, is improving. Mrs. James Foreman of Attica visited relatives here last week.
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Frank Watts
Tom Trott
Covingt
Jack Clawson
P. A. Shaffer
Will Shaffer
Margaret Beymer
Thornton Beymer
Edna Cox
Layton’s Station
P. N. Cox
Charley Watts
Covington
J. M. Hokins
James Foreman
Attica
For Sale Jams in Pint Jars By S U Dickenson
A fine lot of home made black berry and strawberry jams offered for sale. Available by the single pint or by the dozen. Call S U Dickenson.
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S. U. Dickenson
Special Shirt Waist Sale At The Leader
Will B Harden the Republican foreman rests this week visiting Danville Bemont and Chicago. Bill is a top printer and newspaperman in Indiana. Fighting Bob Evans the horse owned by David Hunter will be offered for sale at the P. J. McMahon sale on March 20. It is a standard bred horse with pedigree shown on sale day.
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Will B. Harden
Danville
Bemont
Chicago
Bill
Indiana
Bob Evans
David Hunter
P. J. McMahon Horse and Mule
Pythian Sisters Present Between the Acts Play
The Pythian Sisters will render the play Between the Acts in the K of P hall on Thursday evening March 28. Plan to enjoy a good hearty laugh and support the troupe.
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K.P. Hall
K. of P. Hall
Pythian Sisters
P. Hall
Ladies to hold church exchange at Lew Nebeker’s store
The Christian church women announce an exchange at Lew Nebeker’s store on the Saturday before Easter.
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Ladies of the Christian Church
Lew Nebeker
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J.C. Ayer Co
Lowell, Mass
Ayers
Republican Peoples Paper
T. A. Clifton
Dr. Shoop
Usea
Home Talent Entertainment
Reeds
Mont Faust
Hoopeston
McMahon
Frank Foust
Grippe
Jos. Bone
Ladies Aid Society of
M. E. Church
Reuben and
Rachel
Mrs
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