Remembering Charley Benjamin Carroll Countys Elder Statesman
Obituary tribute to Charles C Benjamin recounts his Civil War era shift from Republican to Democrat, rise in Indiana internal revenue service, leadership of the gasoline tax department, and valued public service. Notes his cheerful character, dedication to family, and broad respect across parties. Mentions Jingo opposition to large armies and pacifist ideals in the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac R. Strouse
Charles C. Benjamin
Carroll County
Charley Benjamin
Young Benjamin
Chicago
Bryan
Democratic Party
Woodrow Wilson
Benjamin
Internal Revenue Service
Indiana
Mr. Benjamin
Charley
Hoover and Smith Meet in Miami Echo North Carolina Remark
In Miami President elect Hoover and Governor Smith met and reportedly exchanged remarks recalling the famed line between North Carolina and South Carolina governors. The exact wording and tone of the exchange are not fully clear from the report.
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Hoover
Gov. Smith
Miami
North Carolina
South Carolina
Not a Democrat says Oklahoma governor tied to Klan rule
The author argues Governor John of Oklahoma, elected on a Democratic ticket, was backed by a Klan controlled system. They claim impeachment followed due to Klan influence, contrasting Indiana Republicans who rebelled. The piece attacks party loyalty to the oath bound order over Democratic principles.
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Johnson
Oklahoma
Indiana
Democratic Party
Kluxers
Anglo American relations deteriorate amid silence and confusion
The piece argues that Anglo American friendship is essential for world peace and criticizes official denial of growing conflict in economics politics and naval affairs. It cites President Coolidge’s Armistice Day speech as exposing government anxiety and public unpreparedness for the facts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Great Britain
United States
Coolidge
MacDonald Urges Anglo American Conference For Peace
J Ramsey MacDonald argues in The Nation that growing U S Britain tension requires an Anglo American conference of prominent public figures. He warns that delaying cruiser legislation and awaiting post election outcomes risks steering toward war rather than peace, urging direct talks after Hoover’s inauguration and the British vote.
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Atlantic
J. Ramsey MacDonald
MacDonald
Great Britain
United States
London
Bilt
Scripps- Howard
Hoover
Pers
Landian Epigrams Sparkle in Indianapolis Times Critique
The piece lampoons postwar politics and figures including Americans who claim divine will, Hoover era forecasts, and Mellon dollar bills. It notes Florida industry shift, critiques politicians like Alvan Fuller, and references Spain likely ratifying the Kellogg treaty.
Florida Reception Hosts Smith and Hoover in Attendance
Florida hosts a ceremonial reception with both Smith and Hoover present. Smith remains on the mainland while Hoover stays on an island. Hoover’s notable return from South America included paying respects to William Jennings Bryan’s widow in Florida. Whiting proclaims 1928 the most prosperous year in history, though the industrial sector benefited most.
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Florida
Smith
Hoover
Mr. Smith
South America
William Jennings Bryan
Whiting
Treaty ratification in United States Senate to Paris Kellogg pact
The Kellogg pact passed the U S Senate by 85 to one without amendments. A Foreign Affairs committee report clarifies American view, preserving Monroe Doctrine rights in self defense. Vatican-Italian settlement talks surface but papal temporal sovereignty and League of Nations membership remain unresolved.
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Manchester Guardian
United States
Senate
Iit
Foreign Affairs
Vatican
Rome
Papal
League of Nations
Per Capita Money Figure in History Cited
The passage compares per capita money amounts across eras, noting $40 current, $2 earlier, and $22 peak in 1896. It argues gold noncirculation distorted value, estimating real depth near $13, and claims gold bugs claimed prosperity despite less than half of the current $4082 in money supplies.
President Coolidge’s post presidency writing hopes voiced
The passage hopes President Coolidge will improve his literary output after leaving office. It warns that if his books and papers fail, a veto power may cut profits, implying political leverage could affect his gains.
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Coolidge
Farm taxes must be paid despite mortgage relief
The speaker argues that no farm asset or mortgage can hide from the assessor and taxes. Incomes that are currently exempt should be required to contribute to farm and home relief, urging a tax approach that lowers burden on productive properties.
Conservatism spills over in party line warning
A political writer argues that the United States cannot sustain two Republican parties and urges conservative Democrats to recognize the danger of factionalism in American politics. The remark frames a call for unity within the party system amid internal tensions.
Thoxine Promises Instant Cough Relief From Thoxine
A famous physician’s prescription Thoxine offers rapid cough relief with no chloroform or morphine. It targets the internal cause, not mere irritation, providing quick relief after the first swallow. Pleasant for the family and also aids sore throat. Money back guarantee. Sold by Adams & Pearson and other druggists.
Pacifist fears spark tax talk at meeting
The remarks note that beliefs against war draw wary reactions from both men and women. A call emerges to speak in favor of the income tax during a meeting, reflecting a broader urge to support government revenue despite pacifist stigma.
Four Ages of Learning Emphasizes Growth Through Life Stages
The excerpt outlines four stages of learning from infancy to old age. It presents infancy as the start, youth as lush and lively, middle years as sturdy and practical, and old age as waning and spent, attributing these phases to Bacon's reflection on knowledge.
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Bacon
The Penny Not Official Coin Name in United States
The one cent piece is widely called a penny but that term is colloquial and not the official designation. The name dates to the early money system and has persisted as common usage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Hope for de best quote from Uncle Eben
An aged adage from Uncle Eben in the Washington Star urges restraint and sharing, advising readers to hope for good outcomes without selfishly pursuing advantage.
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Eben
Washington
Star
County Commissioners Allowances Record 1929
Ledger of county commissioners allowances listing individuals and amounts for February term 1929. Names include Mullin Hanne, Hamerickhouse, Redting, Sanderson, Voorhees, White, Carpenter, Wagoner, Viney, Johns, Johnson, Weidner, Brewe rs, Lantz, Patty, Wise, Kennard, Viney, Roach, Atha, Graham, Shanks, McCarty, Oyler, Foglesong, Shanks, Carr, Robertson, Sherman, Wilson, Shaffer, Shocker, Brown, Mann, Trobaugh, Billings, Stewart, Pletcher, Burrows Timber Co., and others with various monetary totals.
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Wm. C. Mullin
Charles Hanne
Sanderson
Joseph Hamerickhouse
Dew
Fred Hershberger
Charles
Dan Johns
Johnsonne
Charles Weidner
F. M. Brewers
Dale Maxwell Len
Charles Landis
Dewey Zinn
Russell Flora
Lee Voorhees
Will Winegardner
Ellis Winegardner
Flora Machine Works
E. Caldwell
Harry Clawson
George R. Brewer
W. I. Tyler
Thomas Ofarrell
Riley
Bowman Cyril Bowman
Lytiliam Rayo
Charles McCain
Retuhnsraee
Orval Minkile
Richard Simmons
Martin
Heemer
Levi Campbell
William Gickien
Howard’ Hinkle
Williams
Mogtre Oon
Wird Shanks
Barton Shanks
Charles Foglesong Garland McCarty
Clyde Oyler
Gandis
John
Carr
Frank Robertson
OM Carr Shanks
Sherman -Wilson
Herald Brown
Oslke
George Shaffer
WeMs Allen
Harley Douglas
Charles Mann
Chalmer Trobaugh
Bob Beetie
Therman Jorden
Voorhees Lumber Co
Earl Snider
Charles Spitler
James Sink
John Billings
SM. Stewart
Saison
Fred Stewart
Burrows Timber Co
Cecil Stephens
Jet Eats
Gear Erante
Charles Harvey
Ralph J. Maggart
Mary My
Kerlin _ Ritesanes
Sfothe Scot
Rome
Elizabeth Ratchi
Shge Pease
Pruitt
Joseph T. Dives i
Joe Bricker
Oa Oibietine
Andy Williams
Sailors Bros. Co
Gerard
Ind
Mexico
Charles BE. Schnepp
Board Childrens
Charles E. Baker
Jane
A. Grimm & Sons
Clarence W. Hunter
Roy Greggs
Genie
Carroll
Jane Deioni
Cancantastre
Breenee Delphi
Carroll County February 1929 allowances list record
J. L. Whiteman auditor certifies the enclosed names and figures are a true copy of the allowances made and allowed by Carroll County Commissioners at the February Term 1929. The list includes multiple individuals and businesses such as Ruffting Shop Francis Wilson Basil Pitzer Emma Pitzer J. M. Retherford United States Chemir Standard Oil Co Ervin Angle J J Stinebaugh David S Wise Earl Brown John Gerard Ru FL Love L. O. Peterson Smiths Grocery Scallon W O Pettiner Mrs E H Dame J L Whiteman Mildred Whiteman Irvin Flora Floyd J Julien A J Margowski Jesse R Clawson Burnside Haynes Orvel G Schock with the total 92.66.
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Francis Wilson
Basil Pitzer
Emma Pitzer
J. M. Retherford
United States
Chemir E. VV. Lewis
New York
Standard Oil Co
Ervin Angle
J. J. Stinebaugh
David S. Wise
Earl Brown
John Gerard
L. O. Peterson
Smiths Grocery
Carroll County
State of
Indiana
A Whiteman
Farm at Public Auction Near Oakdale Dam
Auctioneer advertises a farm to be sold to the highest bidder at the farm location one-fourth mile east and a half mile south of Oakdale Dam on a main road. The notice places the site half way between Delphi and Monticello along State road 39.
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Iowa
Oakdale Dam
Delphi
Monticello
Farm sale near Tippecanoe River and Lake Delphi
Auction on Monday February 18 1929 at 1 PM offers 70 acres with 50 tillable and 20 blue grass pasture. Improvements include a 1 1/2 story frame house barn cattle hog houses and tool shed. Large list of livestock crops tractors implements and household goods to be sold with terms cash or note and possession March 1.
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Iowa
Tippecanoe River
Lake Delphi
Og Ho‘shaw Bros
Delphi
Poland
China
Chester
Downs
Fordson
Columbia
New Idea
John Deere
Oliver
Oliver Gang
Clark
Fairbanks- Morse
Hercules
Farm for sale with mortgage terms and personal property offered
Auction notice states a farm is available free of charge with a $2,500 mortgage option. Deed abstract and possession on delivery, $500 good faith cash due sale day. Personal property includes 26 hogs and one Jersey cow. Auctioneers A B Ashba Hoshaw Bros.
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A. B. Ashba Hoshaw
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Thursa
Segee Eee
Edmund Parke Beadle
Business Martiager
Celia L. Beadle
Anie
Democratic
E.franklin St
Telephone No
Underwood
Baltimore
Thomas Taggart
Tom
Jingoes
Flandersfield
Smiths
Indianapolis
Landian
Fred Landis
Kaiser
America
Dixie
Mellon
Roy West
Moth Ball Brothers
Massachussets
Alvan T. Fuller
Massachusetts
Spain
Nut Brown
William H. Allen
Carroll Circuit Court
Michigan Road
Burlington
Fletcher Joint Stock Land Bank of Indianapolis
Edgar Logan
Cartwright & Wason
Attorneys For Executor
Moses BE. Karr
Lorenz C. Grimm
James O. Obear
Nora B. Jester Late
Asnaoeld
Charles C. Jester
Atty
Flora
Radnor
Bernard C. Gerard Hoshaw
Tubby
Butters
Moonwlit Meadows
Europe
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