Democratic Ticket for City Offices in Election
The ticket lists Charles A. Cartwright for mayor and Charles N. Wilson for clerk. Councilmen at large are W. Gochrenour, Haughey Mount. Ward candidates include Calvin E. Carney first ward, Victor Porter second ward, Roy Co. Clauser third ward, and George W. Beale fourth ward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles A. Cartwright
Harles N. Wilson
W. Gochenour Haughey Mount
Calvin E. Carney
Victor Porter
Roy CO. Clauser
George W. Beale
Not A Rabbit's Chance on Hoover and George Social Welfare
The piece contrasts Hoover's calm talk of work programs with Lloyd George's English push for similar schemes, labeling it socialism and bolshevism. It argues that protection benefits machines and the few while workers and consumers bear the costs, and it mocks both sides for subsidized relief plans tied to industrialists who control the Republicans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hoover
Lloyd George
England
Lloyd. George
Great Britain
Cobden and Bright
America
Republican Party
Sinking of ship I'm Alone sparks calls for careful inquiry
The piece notes that public mood in Britain and America favors sober investigation before judgment. The Manchester Guardian questions facts and law after a British schooner was sunk by a U S coast guard cutter, suggesting no clear 1924 convention defining US powers over suspected rum runners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
England
Manchester Guardian
United States
Navigation dispute over seizure and sinking of ship
The text debates whether a British vessel should be seized or sunk, considering distance from coast, resistance, and jurisdiction. It questions if seizure outside waters is justified, noting evidence from ship papers would be lost, complicating an American case but with no political repercussion expected.
Preacher-politician clashes and tariff echoes in era politics
The piece attacks preacher politicians aiding the Republican cause post Shumeker release, condemns church mobilization and Teapot Dome ties, and notes anti tariff protests from the Philippines while linking taxation to colonial-era politics. It laments a loss of public conscience and mocks printed appeals to Democrats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Brother Shumeker
al Smith
Lake County
Wald
Philippines
Pacific
Atlantic
Benjamin Franklin
George III
Sevral
Republican Party
United States
Lynch Law Recalled In Deep South and North Tragedy
The article recalls historical mob justice from San Francisco vigilantes to Montana and notes Terre Haute where a black victim suffered a lynching. It argues that when courts fail to act promptly, public anger may push communities toward summary punishment and critiques Roosevelt’s nuanced stance on justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
San Francisco
Montana
Lynch
Theodore Roosevelt
South
Call for Lynching as Swift Check on Outrage
The piece argues that when formal courts fail to deter crime in Terre Haute and endanger young girls, lynch law becomes the only effective remedy. It questions why communities balk at summary action, noting the potential for immediate punishment and deterrence as a powerful alternative to failing legal systems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terre Haute
Right or Wrong by Haywood Brown Reflects on War Positions
A reader weighs tradition of dissent in wartime. He recalls Barton Blake’s defiant line, notes Debs as a wartime ikon, and admits past missteps from opposing prohibition to clashing with a German on a subway. He reflects on American attitudes and personal courage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haywood Brown
Barton Blake
Harvard
New York
Blake
Eugene Debs
Debs
America
Tariff History and Political Reversals Across a Century
The article argues that each general tariff rise has led to the defeat of the party that imposed it. It cites the McKinley law of 1890 and the Beveridge era as turning points, notes the Beveridge and progressive split over 1910, and recalls the Underwood tariff's continuation under Wilson. It emphasizes how tariff policy correlates with political fortunes and farm prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beveridge
Congress
Wilson
Illinois House Passes Old Age Pension Bill Amid Civilizational Debate
The Illinois House endorses an old age pension measure, argued to set a national standard as poverty among older workers is called an indictment of Christianity. Critics urge readers to study Henry George and challenge Christian complacency over persistent poverty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Illinois House of Representatives
Union
Landis
Indianapolis
Logansport
Henry George
Tax on gasoline vs clothing triggers public thought
The writer argues that gas taxes are visible to the consumer while clothing taxes are hidden in every component of a suit. He questions how long people would demand protection if all taxes were as direct as the gasoline levy.
Desperation and praise for Senator Ross reshaped America
The passage argues Edmond G. Ross’s decisive vote against impeaching Andrew Johnson made him the most hated man in the north yet calls for recognizing another man as the greater heroic figure in American political history.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmond G. Ross
Andrew Johnson
America
Senator Ross
Kansas
Landian Epigrams in Indianapolis Times on politics and motives
The column attacks Moody's veto of a Texas bill, mocks federal anti bootlegger actions, and critiques Democratic loyalties and foreign diplomacy. It questions tax waste at local government, warns about prohibition enforcement, and contrasts Franklin's simple diplomacy with modern lavish ambassadors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Landian
Fred Landis
Indianapolis
Moody
Texas
Hoover
Trustees Invite Bids for Addition to OE House in Cutter
Elmer Shaffer Trustee invites bids for construction of an addition to the OE House in Cutter Township. Plans available at the trustee office. Bids must include a 1000 dollar certified check. successful bidder must sign contract and provide a bond within ten days or the check is liquidated damages. The right to reject all bids is reserved. Attorneys Hanna & Hanna. September 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cutter
Elmer Shaffer
Frank M Moss Trey AN
Notice of Petition to Improve Public Highway in Carroll County
On April 2, 1929 Charles M Sanderson and others filed in Carroll County Indiana Auditor's office a petition to improve a public highway in Jackson Township. The route spans a half section line from the intersection toward section Fifteen and ends at center of section Fifteen. proposed width is 30 feet with 12 foot gravel lanes. grade and gravel with standard gravel for solid packing. Hearing set for Tuesday May 7, 1929 before Carroll County Board of Commissioners in Delphi. J L Whiteman Auditor Gus A Hall County Auditor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles M. Sanderson
the Auditor
Carroll County
Indiana
Jackson
Jackson Township
Rock Creek
Board of Commissioners of
Delphi
J. L. Whiteman
Saving billions for the people instead of war
The speaker compares war spending to Kaiser era military costs and asks what could be done if such funds were saved or returned to citizens. The remark highlights a call for prudent fiscal use and greater public benefit.
Questioning Farmer Relief Legislation
The text questions the need for legislation aimed at farmer relief, arguing that the remedy would be as misguided as treating a dog bite with hair of the dog. It frames the issue as self-answering and skeptical of a simplistic solution.
Doc Shuamker's stance on dry prayer and wet voting debated
Historical notes discuss whether Doc Shuamker preached for dry prayers while voting wet or for wet prayers while voting dry in Methodist activism across the state. He pressed for temperance aligned with party lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doc Shuamker
State
Protection and Lincoln Quote Referenced in Political Jibe
The passage references the idea that protection can fool some or all people at times and questions whether it can fool all the people all the time. It also hints that Big Bill Thompson may stay quiet to avoid isolation, mentioning a British ship as a hint.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Big Bill Thompson
Coolidge Article Spurs Debate Over Seating of Mrs. Gann
Mr Coolidge claims he would have been nominated at Kansas City if his secretary Everett Sanders had not intervened. Political leaders feared a late push to mobilize a Coolidge movement but found no evidence of Sanders distributing White House finalities or of rising delegations among Coolidian zealots.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Coolidge
Mrs. Gann
Coolidge
Kansas City
Everett Sanders
Mr. Sanders
White House
Farmer Seeks Tariff Relief Amid Trade Spoilage
A farmer hopes for relief from ongoing tariff taxes arguing all costs, including spoilage, should be addressed. He warns of disappointment if relief is not extended to those affected.
Prohibition and Farm Relief Draw Mixed Political Vibes
The piece argues dry voting could mobilize vets and compares old third party depictions while noting Democratic aims to win. It highlights the new farm relief bill creating a federal farm board with six members at 12000 dollars each and criticizes voter favoritism toward a rich man’s ticket while warning about miners and open shippers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Federal Farm Board
Former Florida governor indicted in counterfeit conspiracy
A former Florida governor is indicted by a federal grand jury for complicity in a counterfeit conspiracy, while remarks note scorn for southern states and hypocritical voting behavior. The author contrasts ex governorship with current issues and implies political bias.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Florida
Smith
Hendricks Auditor Short Thousands. Warren Treasurer Missing
A Hendricks county auditor is found short several thousand dollars, a Warren county treasurer vanishes with thirty thousand, and a former Rennselaer prosecuting attorney is arrested for whiskey sales.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hendricks County
Warren County
Rennselaer
The Carnation Kid at Strand Monticello Sundays
A red hot comedy melodrama is shown at Strand Monticello on Sunday and Monday April 28 and 29. The program promises lively humor and dramatic turns with stage thrills in a period venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monticello
Notice to Contractors for School Repairs Bid Opening
The Trustee and Advisory Board of Democrat School Township Carroll County Indiana will on May 23 1929 at 1 30 PM at the school house in Cutler Indiana receive bids for repair work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democrat School
Carroll County
Indiana
Cutler
Elmer Shaffer
Frank M. Imoss Sorth Quinn Charles N. Mann
Democrat School Township
Carroll Courty
Notice to Contractors for Clinton Carroll County Bridge Bid
The Clinton County Board of Commissioners will receive sealed bids for the County Line Bridge joint project with Carroll County. Bids due by 2 PM May 6 1929 with bond equal to twice bid amount. award to lowest responsible bidder upon non-collusion affidavit. right to reject bids reserved. Plans on file in Frankfort and Delphi auditor offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Commissioners
Clinton County
Indiana
Frankfort
Clinton
Carroll Counties
Delphi
Bert D. Ogle
Ind
Notice of Administration in Carroll County Indiana
Judge of Carroll Circuit Court appoints Roy Clauser administrator de bonis non with will annexed of Louise M Claus er late of Carroll County deceased. Estate deemed solvent. Hanna & Hanna, Attorneys for Administrator. April 16, 1929. Notice is hereby given that the up e of
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carroll Circuit
Carroll County
State of
Indiana
de Bonis
Louise M. Clauser
Roy €. Clauser
Hanna & Hanna, Attys
Upe
Carroll Circuit Court
Barbara Dye
Edward O. Grimm
Vaughn & Vaughn
Appointment of Administrator for Hanna Estate
JOHN L. HANNA appointed administrator of the estate of Joseph W. Hanna, late of Carroll County, deceased. The Carroll Circuit Court notes the estate is presumed solvent. March 29, 1929. Ralph E. Hanna, Attorney for administrator.
Estate of William H Allen examined for final settlement
In the matter of the estate of William H. Allen deceased in Carroll Circuit Court April term 1929 Edgar Logan executor has filed final settlement and vouchers. The court will examine the account on May 6 1929 at Delphi Indiana. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause if any why the account should not be approved. Witness the clerk and seal Floyd J Julien Clerk Edgar Logan Executor Cartwright and Wason Attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sarah L. Aikens
Carroll Circuit
Delphi
Indiana
William A. Crampton
Carroll Circuit Court
Charles C. Crampton
Circuit Court
Floyd J. Julien
Cartwright & Wason
Mary A Cripe
Clarence S. Armstrong
Mary A. Cripe
Gus A. Hall
William H. Allen
Edgar Logan
Williard H. Allen
Erty Circuit
Sampson Shuey
Perry M. Byrum
Tate
Robert J. Arthur
Notice to heirs and creditors in Haugh estate
In Carroll circuit court April term 1929 Agnes L Deeter executrix filed her account and vouchers for Margaret Haugh deceased The court set April 30 1929 for examination all heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause why the account should not be approved Floyd J Julien Clerk Delphi Indiana April 8 1929 L D Boyd Attorney for Executor April 8 1929
Estate of Samp son Shuey final account filed
Perry M. Byrum as executor presents and files his account and vouchers for final settlement of the estate of Samp son Shuey deceased. The Circuit Court in Carroll County Indiana at Delphi fixed May 10 1929 for examination in court. Floyd J. Julien Clerk. Robert J. Arthur attorney for executor. April 17 1929.
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Edmund Parke Beadle
Celia L. Beadle
Official Democratice Paper
E. Franklin Sr
I’m
Tubby
Spider
Hank
Goat Hill
ISQUE
Washington
Republic
Dominican Republic
Santo Domingo
General Dawes
John Bull
France
Paris
Wreik Wriwiyv
Charles N. Mann
Hanna & Hanna
Attorneys
Democratic Party
Patrioneer
Joseph .W. Hanna
John L. Hanna
Ralph E. Hanna
James. O. Obear
Margaret Haugh
Agnes L. Deeter
Circuit’ Court
Seal &I
L. D. Boyd
Exix
Smiths Grocery
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