Great Assembly Hears W J Bryan Speech to Whitley County Graduates
W J Bryan spoke to graduates gathered in Columbia City at the Whitley County commencement. He urged ideals over money, urged public service, and recounted personal choices shaping his career from farmer to lawyer and congressman. The event drew a large crowd at the common grove near the western halls with a band and ceremonies attended by local officials and residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Bryan
Whitley County
Columbia City
Wilner Deumies
Bevan
Columbia Nawashin
Shijweyan's Grove
Dhe Els
Francis City
Mra
Tymouth
Che Elon Horse
Guorge Kidsely
Papy
Vogt
Ovidenes
Tiada Ta Vane
Tiryat
Congressian Rebinsor
Sudor
Silveta
Ates
Ex Congressmen Driggs Indicted Over Postal Contracts
New York June 24 A former congressman Delays was indicted by a Brooklyn grand jury. He appeared before Judge Thomas and bail was set. The 16 counts allege receiving and proposing to receive bribes through the Brandt-Dent company for procuring United States Postal Service contracts. Driggs previously admitted receiving 2500 from the Brandt-Dent firm for introducing its services while claiming the work occurred before his oath of office. The indictments cite statutes on engaging in acts while employed by the government. He declined immediate comment.
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Nebraska
Congress
Elelion
MT. Seama
United States
Butt
New York
Parnier
Delays
Fool Grand Jury
Brooklyn
Todge Thomas
Ray
Jaire Maio
Fary
Cat Deigas
Ber
Eheede
Brandi-Deat
Tebyan
Driggs
Mehan
Bracit- Dent Company
Ita Wae Shines
I Hla Cleetion
Wader
ATL
No. Delggs
Mondletarert
Probe expands as summer inquiry drags on
Washington dispatch reports Senator Borins of Michigan stating the post office probe will continue through the summer, with new branches opened and railway mail service under scrutiny. Attorney General Knox hires Charles Bonaparte to aid prosecutions and Conrad may receive a law appointment. Toledo report adds: George B Lorenz and his wife Martha arrested in connection with a scandal in the pent state attorney department.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wasiington
Borrins
Michigan
Congress
Payne
Dristow
Knox
Charles 4. Bonapatica
Ballinore
Hales Conrad
Toledo.o
George B. Lorenz
Martha
Federal
Washington
Weir Home
United States
Winders
Street Car Strike Sparks Riot in Richmond
A street car strike in Richmond Virginia led to a riot as about 48 attackers wounded workers and bystanders. Guards used a Gatling gun. cars were halted and barriers erected as crowds hurled missiles. Five companies from Norfolk and Newport News were en route to reinforce.
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Richmond
Thei
Maby
Cris
Thorn
AL Teast Aix
Alruck
Buckatiat
Iti
Nice
Ena
Hichmond
Tig
Crepiment
Norfolk
Newport
Garment Workers Lockout Threat Looms in Chicago
Chicago garment workers, backed by the national association, issued an ultimatum to wholesale clothing merchants that resembles a lockout notice. After weeks of wage demands near 15 percent, workers may appoint a committee to negotiate, accept a 5 percent increase, or submit to arbitration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Twifleon Housanal Garment Workers
Chiaige
National Association
Jowlay
Utimaum
Empowerel
Indiana hotel keepers meet in Indianapolis
In Indianapolis on June 34 the Indiana Motel Keepers Association discussed an insurance plan similar to the national association. Officers were proposed with Joseph Hennings as president and George Palliwell as secretary. Daveridge addressed the gathering at the annual banquet amid wide attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
Indixon
Kuopers Association Unis
Preskiong
Joseph Hennings
Anderson
View Presdent
George Paliwell
Indianapalia
Aeeratury
H. Jackson
Tudianapolis
Ranator Daveridge
Dors
Chicago Machinists Begin 9 Hour Day Strike Wave
Chicago as a focal point in a nationwide machinists drive after securing nine hour days in most shops. Union officers warn the struggle will broaden until wage agreements expire, with Milwaukee convention backing efforts to enforce shorter hours and no pay cuts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
United States
Reh Bur
Milwaukee
Chicago Freight Handlers Set for Possible General Strike
Chicago and Alton freight handlers consider broad walkout as union leaders urge management to concede by halting work. Discharges of rank and file amid wage disputes cited, with no current wage increase offered. If Alton refuses, union may extend actions to other lines to press demands.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Chicago and Alton
Corman
Frescht
Willon
Alten
Jay Warsenst
Currpa Angeria
Mrolsht
Marullora
Wnton
Andley
Building trades to strike in New York unrest rises
In New York on June 24 a threatened strike by plasterers and allied trades spreads uncertainty over city construction. John J. Davovan, former president of the United Builders Board, warned that organized labor plans disrupt Greater New York operations unless demands are met, signaling potential work stoppages at dawn tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
New Yorke
Rotallatley
Wye Aieup
Inti Tay Tenes
John J. Davovan
Grate Antona
Lendos Dat
Greater
Naw
Yorke
Merneing
Statisiis
Aclinu
le Plasterers
Way Wildorian
Stele Yal
Decatur Man John Baumgarther Dies by Self Inflicted Gunshot
A Decatur Indiana citizen John Baumgarther, of Adams county, shot himself last night and was found in a pool of blood. The death follows family losses including his father being killed by lightning and an aunt dying while working with a corn shredder. His mother traveled to Peloskey.
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Decatur
Ind
Jane
Petkoy
Johy Paumgartner
Adama County
Lash Sunnuer
Potue Baum Faring
Harmgartner
Revelver case argued before Judge Kirkpatrick in Newark
Canneel representing diverse interests in the action to obtain a revelver for the United States Shipbuilding company finished arguments today before Judge Andrew Kirkpatrick. The judge will render a decision next week. Attorney Lindabury led for the defense. The case questions insolvency and the directors alleged misconduct. Nixon’s affidavit expanded the shipbuilding assets and mortgage stakes, with valuation around 74 million dollars.
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Newark
N. J
Canneel
Thenate States Shipbuilding Company
Andrew Kirkpatrick
Kirkpatrick
Daly Atorney
Lindabury
Schwab
Che
Nixon
Ak Akowk
Grays
Eagles Day a Grand Success at City Parade
Over ten thousand people witnessed the parade and shows in Purto Wasi yesterday. The Eagles led by Bagley and local orders joined by Boot and Foard members marched long routes to carnival grounds. Large crowds visited both parade route and carnival. the event drew significant attendance as a major city celebration.
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Pratermil
Boot
Basel
Carruval Amt
Barkenrider
Bagley
Fort Wayne
Quick
Sovec
Clans City
Anit
Visitors from nearby town attend Eagles carnival
A list of attendees from several towns details the visitors at the Eagles Carnival yesterday. Among them are Mr and Mrs M. Nt Looss and numerous individuals including J Rotter, P80 Martin, Napoleon Ov Mosars, W A Beuy, A Cangh, Murray ust, and many others from Van Wert, Logansport, Marion, and Aniern. The report notes bylines of families and guests visiting the carnival.
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Mra
M. Nt. Looss
Mesans J. Rotter
Martin
Napoleon Ov Mosars
W. A. Beuy
A. Cangh
Murray Ust
Masies Maetars
Hiaon
Sen
P. Bveland
van Wert
Mrefe
McCarthy
Whe
Porn
Claros FL Schisiger
Logansport
Larral
Decour
Mel
T. Beyrer
South Vent
Wheers
Wow
Watt
T. Allan
Tarksom
Mielt
Baylor
Minnxfleldt
W. 1. Gray
Risa Mary Gray
Marion
Zora Summers
Anum Taggia
Aniern
Prominent Ohio Eagle Attends the Carnival
Mr John J Binney head of the Fraternal Order at Baxles Ohio was past president of the lodge at Defiance Ohio and visited town yesterday. He was welcomed by Wages day crowd. Mr HH McNencamp, head of Defiance Lodge, also joined the carnival visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Binney
Baxles
Oho
Laodge
Defiance
HH. McNencamp
Alan
Defiance Inige
Eastern Indiana Millers Organize
Four millers of casters Indiana met today and formed the Eastern Indiana Millers association. A. A. Marub of Newcastle elected president with James Wellington as first vice president. C. C. Pickering of Maddenton named probable secretary. No grain dealers will be admitted. aim is to elevate wheat grade and foster harmony among planters and millers.
Kansas Legislature Meets to Relieve Flood Sufferers
Topeka June 24 The Kansas Legislature met to relieve flood sufferers in the Kaw valley and its tributaries. Most members of both houses were present with thirty four flood measures introduced in the house and many in the senate. The session will last several days. A clash arose over funding and bridge building plans, with Governor Bailey and his plans not resolved.
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Topeka
Kas
Kansas
Kaw Valley
House
Senate
Bailey
Velint
Democrats of Iowa Adopt Courageous Platform Speech
Ione Harp reports at Des Moines that Democrats of OWA adjourned after nominations for governor and other state officers. Chairman Quick warned of industrial trusts, urged overturning tariff policy and government control of railroads, while condemning Republican finance and urging thorough investigations.
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Democrats
OWA
Quick
DRS Moines
Ione Harp
Iowa
Sitte
Sullivan
Creston
Limiumnama Goversos
D. i. Liner
Supreme Court
John Te Sugwell
Tanta
A. R. McConk
Kowari
Bryan
Aequirius
Sitlonal Asves
Herlalhan
Republican Party
Philippine
Porto Rico
Pli
Aldereh
Inttad
Tanatiment
aMec
Uno Fariff
State Factory Inspector Reports Ninety One Trusts in Indiana
Indianapolis dispatch notes State Factory Inspector McAbee cites 91 trusts operating in Indiana contrary to law in his annual report. He challenges legal opinions that trusts need not be regulated and urges stricter enforcement, including child labor limits and fire safety reforms for high risk occupations and buildings. A separate incident describes Mrs Swols losing consciousness after a mop stick blow at a circus in Findlay, Ohio.
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Largr
Forultins
Bryan
Bart Disher
Sheeshaw Place
Plaice
Mionia Iy College
Bange
Indiana
Indianapolis
McAbee
Legal Department of
Taylor
Din McAhee
Tudtune
Linais
Heller
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Qrator
Garment Workers
Indiana Hotel
John Baumgarther
Eagles
ENT
Ohio
Eastern Indiana Millers
IL P
Caplist
Hill
Regar
Jefferson
Jackson
Lmens
Nelda
Finarty
Democratic Party
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