Rising Indiana Democrat Senator Shake Emerges From Knox County
The piece lauds Knox County’s Curtis Shake as a rising Indiana Democrat with strong support in the Second District. It recalls Cullop and Stump battles, critiques the Jackson administration, and notes Shake’s keynote at a recent Indianapolis banquet and his stance on the Marion County grand jury probe.
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Senator Shake
Knox County
Indiana
William A. Cullop
Thomas Adams
Vincennes Commercial
Curtis Shake
Indiana State Senate
John W. Kern
Kern
Shake
Indianapolis
Stephenson
Marion County
Grand Jury
Delphi Merchants and Tariffs in Carroll County
The passage argues merchants may set higher local prices just as distant manufacturers gain from tariff laws enacted by Congress. It notes residents would likely defend nonresident tariffs yet target the local merchant, and predicts households increasingly rely on Montgomery Ward or Sears Roebuck catalogs.
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Delphi
Carroll County
Congress
Montgomery-Ward
Sears- Roebuck
Entangling Alliances and Tax Reform From Hoosier Farm Bureau
The Citizen revisits M. E. Tracy and The Indianapolis Times arguing for independent policy views and cautioning on US China strategy amid warships. It notes Indiana’s new tax law allowing downward real estate valuation and urges Farm Bureaus to actively push for implementation and cases of over assessment to ease farmer tax burdens.
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Indiana
State Tax Board
Tax Board
Farm Bureau
Indiana Farm Bureau
Law Tax Board
Lionel D. Edie
Indiana University
Township Farm Bureau
Just Like Jim a Watson Joke Sparks Senate Row
The Indianapolis Times satirically calls Senator Watson’s bid to name Arthur Robinson to the Reed committee a laughable move. It recalls past probes into Indiana frauds and notes Watson once apologized for his remarks as Robinson opposed inquiries.
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Watson
Arthur Robinson
Reed
Robinson
James A. Reed
Missouri
Indiana
Reed Committee
Wald
Jim
Tryg le Ae
Will Rogers Proposes Farm Experiment for President
The comedian Will Rogers suggests President Coolidge be put on a farm to learn to live off it. He bets a dollar a year from Uncle Sam would draw skeptics to farming, offering real farm tests of a politician’s view on supply and demand.
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Will Rogers
Mr. Coolidge
Rogers
Congress
Bank Failures Challenge Prosperity Claims in Early 1927
Bank suspensions in the first quarter of 1927 reached 184 with liabilities of 65.8 million, far higher than 94 failures totaling 25.9 million in Q1 1926. Commercial failures rose to 6,643 from 6,081 in 1926, with liabilities up about 50 percent.
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Coolidge
Radical rhetoric echoes in 1892 Democratic platform
A historical quote frames the 1892 Democratic platform condemning Republican protection as fraud and a robbery of the masses for the benefit of a few, inviting renewed radical-style discourse and critique of economic policy.
Indiana Bank Woes Linked to GOP Economics
The nationwide tumble among Indiana banks is blamed on policies of the Republican party aimed at countering what is described as Democratic free trade under the Wilson Administration. The piece argues the crisis stems from these policy choices and portrays farmers as previously trusted as gold.
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Indiana
Real cash value exceeds farm land sale estimate
The remark notes the assessed value for farmland surpasses what the market price would likely fetch, implying an inflated appraisal beyond expected sale figures. It underscores concerns about valuation methods and potential overstatement in property assessments.
City seeks vigilance committee for timely government shifts
The subject notes Indianapolis may adopt a city manager form in the future while urging immediate formation of a vigilance committee to oversee current municipal affairs. The statement emphasizes readiness and governance reform as strategic goals for local leadership.
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Indianapolis
Farmer pays 85 percent interest to tide over tax payment
A farmer borrows at 85 percent interest to cover tax obligations, a common sight in the season, highlighting the pressure on farmers to secure funds quickly to meet tax deadlines.
Democratic unity to win president next year
The quote speculates that any strong Democrat who can unite the south and west may be elected president next year, signaling a viewpoint on coalition potential and electoral strategy.
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South
West
Old Guard Republicans collide over Senate election probe
Washington report details a split among Republicans led by Senator Simeon Fess and Vice President Dawes over extending the Reed committee’s investigation into election corruption. The confrontation centers on Illinois and Pennsylvania disclosures and the party’s internal maneuvering ahead of a possible Coolidge renomination.
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Ohio
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Goff
West Virginia
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Illinois
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Democratic Women Endorse Evans Woollen for 1928
The State Democratic Women's Club met in Terre Haute on Friday and endorsed Evans Woollen for the presidency in 1928. Officers chosen include President Mrs James Riggs Sullivan First Vice President Mrs A P Flynn Logansport Second Vice President Mrs John Kern Indianapolis Secretary Miss Emma May Terre Haute Treasurer Mrs Charles Hack Shelbyville Directors Mrs W A Cullop Vincennes Mrs Mary Kennedy Lafayette Mrs Edna Christian Indianapolis.
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Terre Haute
Evans Woollen
James Riggs
Sullivan
A. P. Flynn
Logansport
John Kern
Indianapolis
Emma May
Charles Hack
Shelbyville
W. A. Cullop
Vincennes
Mary Kennedy
Lafayette
Edna Christian
What a 3 ad did in a widow’s life
An Oklahoma girl advertised for a husband paying $3. She found a spouse within days at $8, then covered wedding costs of $9. Within a year her husband died leaving a $11,000 life insurance policy. The tale asks if advertising pays.
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Oklahoma
Atchison Globe
Smith's Answer to Queries on Catholic Presidency
The Atlantic Monthly carries an open letter from C. C. Marshall challenging Governor Al Smith’s eligibility due to Catholic ties. Smith replies that he has taken nineteen oaths, upholds church-state separation, and would enforce the Constitution if president. The Indianapolis Star editorializes that Smith’s record and stance prove religion need not hinder a presidential bid.
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C. C. Marshall
al Smith
Atlantic Monthly
Smith
United States
Congress
Indianapolis Star
Empire State
Commonwealth
Indiana
New York State
Taney
White
Notice to heirs and creditors in Haslet estate final settlement
Notice is given that William L. Shaffer as administrator with the will annexed of the Isaac N. Haslet estate has filed his account for final settlement. The Carroll Circuit Court Delphi Indiana will examine the account on May 31, 1927. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear and show cause if any why the account should not be approved. Witness the Clerk and Seal. Ryan and Devol attorneys for executors.
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Isaac N. Haslet
Carroll Circuit Court
William L. Shaffer
Circuit Court
Delphi
Indiana
Ryan & Devol
Eenere
Notice of Administration in Carroll County Indiana
The Carroll Circuit Court appoints Carroll County Loan and Trust Company as administrator of the estate of William J. Schneck deceased of Carroll County Indiana. The estate is stated to be solvent. The notice is dated April 12 1927 and lists Hanna and Hall as attorneys.
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Carroll Circuit Court
Carroll County
State of
Indiana
William J. Schneck
Carroll County Loan & Trust Company
Hanna & Hall
Attys
Notice of Appointment in Carroll County Indiana
The Carroll Circuit Court in Carroll County Indiana appointed as administrators Monroe Martin and Miles T. Martin of Camden and Delphi respectively for the estate of Charles Martin deceased. The estate is declared solvent. Attorneys Boyd and Julien filed the administration papers on April 13 1927.
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Carroll Circuit Court
Carroll County
Indiana
Charles Martin
Monroe Martin
P. O. Camden
Ind. R. R
Miles T. Martin
P. O. Delphi
Boyd & Julien
Attys
Admis
Notice of Administration of Magdalene Edging Estate
Judge of the Carroll Circuit court appoints Fred L. Cates as administrator of Magdalene Edging late of Carroll County deceased. Estate is said to be solvent. Hanna and Hall attorneys for the estate. April 16 1927.
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Carroll Circuit Court
Carroll County
State of
Indiana
Magdalene Edging
Fred L. Cates
Hanna & Hall, Attys
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