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Newspaper
Ferdinand News
Location
Ferdinand, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1919
Page
6
In Princeton on Oct 15 a nine teen year old boy, Dallas Devine, was shot by his father John Devine during a dispute over furniture. Dallas is hospitalized with a fatal lung wound after being shot as he fled unarmed. John Devine is jailed on charges of shooting. The boy has a solid reputation. the father has prior prison sentences.
A local publisher argues that a strong country newspaper depends on reader participation. He notes he cannot hire paid correspondents and urges residents to inform him of local events and share understanding of the challenges in producing a paper. He stresses readers should support and engage with the paper.
Old discussions on prohibition show farmers and urbanites divided as the nation moves dry next January. Supporters argue the amendment will pass with little trouble while liquor interests fret over enforcement and tax revenue. Public opinion leans toward a settled stance within a year, despite expressed misery of some.
A fragmented note from W. A. and C. M. Partridge requests understanding for a delayed payment on merchandise due to multiple wartime taxes and financial pressures. The message hints at National Government taxes plus state levies and war bonds impacting their ability to send payment.
A published lament lists many societies and aid groups from John the Baptist to the Red Cross, plus teachers pensions and hospitals, reflecting a sense of overreach and identity loss as government oversight intensifies. The speaker questions ownership, status, and purpose amid constant inspection and demanded conformity.
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