State Assembly Reports Favorable On Utility Tax Plan
The Committee on Cities and Towns reports favor on a bill to establish a taxing district for municipal utilities with Indianapolis excluded. Senators argued it worsens municipal debt limits, while others noted Governor McCray’s budget and economy program. A separate report approved veterans’ board appointments and anti crime measures with prison terms for offenses.
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Committee On Cities and Towns
Indianapolis
House
Senate
McCray
Piemiensire
Washington
Levine
Andredie Wit
Lafayette
Wipers
Hullibury
Prublien
Tatis
Purdie University
Thdinna
Artilery
Mvembers
TO Ff
Purdue
Winthrop BE. Stone
Dancan
Stone
G. 7
Christine
Leonard Clore
Moe Cray
Lafayette Rotary Club
Boxing Bill Reaches Legislature From Indiana Legion Panel
A special Indiana Legion committee finished drafting a boxing bill to legalize the sport in the state. Supporters expect success as the bill moves. The $100 000 appropriation for the Seventy second general assembly was passed in the House under suspension of the rules by unanimous vote. The bill was introduced by Otto G Field, majority tour leader.
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Indiana
Seventy Second General Assembly
Otto G. Field
Counties gain or lose seats in legislative reapportionment
The text notes Marton and Lake counties gain one more representative while other counties show population increases insufficient for an extra seat. It discusses forming multi county districts to boost representation and concludes the loss likely won’t reduce existing representation.
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Marton
Lake
Yeting Wee
Rural school term proposals by Indiana counties
Wabash county trustees plan a nine months term for minors starting fall 1927. Miami county partners oppose eight and seven months with extra year added. State Superintendent L M Hines says his department will push for an eight month minimum rural term.
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Wabash County
Miami County
L. M. Hines
First Woman Joins Seven Committees in Assembly
Mrs Julia D Nelson the first woman in the assembly was named by Speaker McChire to seven committees. She sits on benevolent and scientific institutions among others. Nelson aims to avoid being thrust forward while upholding conservative policy since taking office as a State dehishitor.
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Julia D. Nelson
McChire
Nelson
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Indiana Tenth District Reapportionment Debate
Tentative Washington figures on congressional reapportionment suggest Indiana may keep its thirteen seats. No changes may be proposed to Indiana’s reapportionment committees affecting only the Tenth District, which includes Lake Porter Newton Jasper Benton White and Tippecanoe counties.
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Washington
Indiana
House
Senate
Lake
Porter
Newton
Jasper
Benton
White
Tippecanoe
Death Penalty Sought for Bank Robbers in Indiana
Indiana Bankers Association committee unanimously votes to push a legislature bill imposing death or life imprisonment for bank robbers using explosives. Andrew J. Smith, secretary, says drastic law needed to deter crime amid wave of bank thefts.
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Indiana Bankers’ Association
Bankers of
Indiana
Andrew J. Smith
Bankers’ Association
Aoman
Measure Governing Leases in Indiana Legislature
Albert E. Shugart proposes a bill to void oil and mineral leases five years after rentals are due or five years of nonoperation. The measure would let county recorders certify a lease as invalid upon owner request with an affidavit, enabling clear abstracts of title.
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Indiana
Albert E. Shugart
Grant County
The Kitchen Cabinet s
Clarence Flynn notes the value of a cheerful outlook and family nutrition. He compares child feeding with livestock care and argues for state support in child welfare, urging varied foods and proper budgeting. He likens budgeting to building plans and stresses disciplined spending.
Sour Cream Cake and Scotch Soup with Prunes Featured
A recipe collection highlights Sour Cream Cake using flour, sour cream, butter, and optional eggs with a milk substitute option. Scotch Soup With Prunes mixes veal, bacon, onion, prunes and whipped cream. Potatoes In Bacon instructs wrapping boiled potatoes in bacon and finishing in the oven.
Cuticura Remedies For Itching Scalp And Skin Care
An advertisement urges gentle use of Cuticura Ointment for itching and dandruff with a morning shampoo of Cuticura Soap, promising clear skin and soft hands. The Indianapolis News notes Elisabeth Marbury condemning gossip, saying it harms and that half the world retails gossip while the other half wholesales it.
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Elisabeth Marbury
Indianapolis News
Ambiguous humor on slang and marriage wager in London
The Boston Transcript quotes a joke about Englishmen understanding American slang and a man traveling to London for his daughter’s marriage. The exchange hints the Earl’s help may be for money rather than affection, noting Christian reform and the imperishable ideal of self-improvement.
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Dr. Johnson
London
Boston Transcript
Priscilia’s Market Scene Highlights Social Queries
A fragmentary piece relates Priscilia returning to school briefly and sharing a street encounter about wellbeing and parental concern. A casual conversation reveals worries of her father and a friend’s inquiry about her progress and health.
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Papa
Priscilia
Young America Retells Nativity in Humble Garage Scene
A mother teaches her child about the birth of Christ during a pre-Christmas lesson. The boy adds a twist by saying three wise men rode camels to visit the newborn in a garage, adding a modern urban twist to the biblical tale.
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America
Christ
Usual Proceedings. Do you know how to dance
The Louisville Courier Journal quotes a witty exchange about learning dance steps and self talk. The remark about talking to a man about himself adds a humorous aside. The brief item reflects social chatter and light editorial tone.
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Louisville Courier-Journal
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