Governor McCray Faces Indianapolis Protest Over Utilities Merger
A crowd estimated 6 000 to 8 000 gathered at the Indiana Statehouse to protest the Public Service Commission order approving the seven company merger of Indiana Electric Corp and authorizing 17 496 900 in securities. Mayor Shank denounced the order from the steps as Governor McCray listened and urged a respectful approach while promising access to the commission for a future hearing.
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Public Service Commission
Indiana Indiana Electric Corporation
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Marion
Griffey
Shank
Joseph F. Weber
Church of the Assumption
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Mension
Statehall
Alsion
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Vernor
Service Corporation
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Gove
Martinso
Merly
Public Utilities Commission
Governor McCray
Upstate
Edgar M. Blessing
Utility Corporation
Syrup Makers Fix Price and Gallon Weight in Putnam County
At a meeting in the assembly room of the court house on Saturday the me Syrup makers of Putnam county set a standard price of 2.50 per gallon and defined the spring sale gallon weight as 11 pounds. Mrs. Walter Crawford of West Walnut Street was in Indianapolis Tuesday.
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Putnam County
Court House
Walter Crawford
West Walnut Street
Indianapolis
Farmers warned against European clover seed dangers
Indiana farmers face reliance on imported European clover seed with poor winter hardiness and high weed content. Purdue studies show Italy and other sources may fail in Indiana winters, with 60 000 bushels projected for 1921. Buyers should read seed labels to avoid dodder and other weeds and ensure origin is stated.
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G. P. Walker
Indiana
Italy
Europe
Purdue Univ
Business Men's Meeting and Athletic Class at De Pauw Gymnasium
The weekly business men's meeting and athletic class at De Pauw Gymnasium, directed by H. S. Crantz, grows each week with improving fitness. A class basketball team, formed from the group, won convincingly against Reelsville High in a practice game, while bowling and gymnastics filled the rest of the evening. E. B. Taylor led bowling scoring.
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Bowman Gymnasium
H. S. Crantz
De_ Pauw
Reelsville High
Washington Township Lads
E. B. Taylor
Mullins Drug Store Narcotics Theft Reported
The Mullins drug store on the west side suffered a narcotics theft worth about 40 dollars from its prescription room between January 24 and January 30. Cocaine tablets morphine codeine and heroin were taken, with about 250 cocaine tablets left behind. The store suspects entry during the day while clerks worked in the basement. no other drugs were disturbed.
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West Side
R. P. Mullins USA
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Mr.Mullins
Mulins
Mullins
Rockville Fire Damages Greek Candy Kitchen in Block
Fire of undetermined origin struck the Smock business block in Rockville Indiana on Main street early this morning. The Greek candy kitchen and O T O fire service shop on the first floor suffered heavy damage with total losses around 25000 dollars. Fire crews responded to a 5 am alarm and found the upper section of the two story brick building involved.
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Rockville
Ind
Main Street
Fire damages union hall and offices in mine workers building
A fire gutted the second floor of a union hall used by miners and adjacent offices. Officials suspect an electrical fault or cigarette starting the blaze, with authorities noting the exact cause is undetermined.
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Headquar
Ce Hall
United America
Blame sought for Washington film theater collapse
Report details investigations into a Washington theater disaster with focus on fault lines and hospital checks. The death toll remains provisional with ten names removed from lists as relatives’ inquiries lag, while H Shaughnessy’s condition improves and an expanded inquiry into the Knickerbocker case begins in the Senate.
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Washington
Baoker Theatre
Columbia
Nnggy
W. N. Crawford
Albert Baker
F. . Hall
Paulus Lamby
L. L. Lehley
DePauw Musicians Shine in Splendid Methodist Program
A DePauw Music School group gave a delightful program at the M E church last evening in aid of a Messiah performance. The young artists delivered high class pieces with diverse solos by Esther Winters Elizabeth Zenne and others while Miss Howard Allen accompanied on piano. The audience responded with applause and urged further appearances by the ensemble.
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Edwin Sa
Howard Allen
Esther Jane
John the University
Anoth
Esther Alice
Each _ perfo
Thezabeth Zenne
Miss Neon
Actiss
Esther Winters
Miss Jeen
Mr. Sapper
DePauw Aims for Three Wins in Tough Week Schedule
DePauw men look to rebound from Indiana loss as they travel through a three game week. The slate opens with a tussle at Butler, then continues with two more crucial road tests. Coaches stress finish and full strength as they seek a clean sweep.
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DePauw
Anapolis
Indiana
Tadtkes
Butler
New Type of Traction Cars Compete With Steam Roads
Dayton plans new traction cars to challenge steam roads linking Indianapolis Terre Haute Richmond and Dayton & Western tracks. The steel car seats fifty eight passengers with electric heating lighting and reading lamps. Auto heat and electric heaters adjust to temperature as cars operate between Indianapolis Terre Haute and Richmond with two companies projecting service within a month.
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Dayton
Indianapolis
Terrepolis
Richmond
Dayton & Wes Company
Offitwo
LIS
Thendianaapolis
Eastern & Western Traction
Ction
Two Days of Argument in Wilson Estate Case
Attorneys argued over a sizeable fee in the estate of John R. Wilson. Bessie Hart of Indianapolis seeks a large past-due judgment for services. Trial spanned two weeks, ended with jury instructions given and the case sent to the jury for decision.
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Wilson
Wilsons
Bessie Hart
Indianapolis
John R. Wilson
Patrick
S. A. Hays
John H. James
Ake
Rawley
Hottell
Hendricks County Surveyor Paul Johnson Visits Greencastle
Former Greencastle High School teacher and Hendricks County surveyor Paul Johnson spent Sunday in Greencastle visiting his father D. B. Johnson.
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Paul Johnson
Greencastle
Hendricks Co
D. B. Johnson
Otto Dobbs to resign as Democratic county chairman
Otto O Dobbs who announced his candidacy for Sheriff will resign the county chairmanship effective immediately. A meeting of precinct committeemen is called for next Saturday in Greencastle to accept his resignation and discuss leadership succession. Ott Webb is mentioned as a probable successor in Putnam County politics.
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Ott Webb
Otto O. Dobbs
Ras
Greencgstle
Dobbs
Webb
Putnam County
Death of Mrs. Alvan Akers Pat Manhattan
Mrs. Alvan Akers, 67, died near Manhattan two miles south of evening at her home after years of ill health. Survived by two sons, Bihatce and G. Akers, both residing near Manhattan. Funeral at Walnut Chapel Church Wednesday at 10:00 AM. Burial in Manhattan Cemetery.
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Alvan Akers
Hog Receipts Steady As Market Opens In Indianapolis
The Indianapolis hog market opened with limited demand as prices showed little movement. Hog receipts reached 6000 with bids near 9.65 trading at 9.25 and 7.75 down, while calves, sheep and lambs sold slowly and steadiness appeared in cattle and hog categories.
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Indianapolis
Sheen
Community Social at Brick Chapel School
A community social and Sunday School gathering is planned at Brick Chapel Schoolhouse next Friday evening. Attendees bring a pound of food for a pound social. Music and readings will be provided by Prof L R Ee and others from Briek Chapel and nearby university associates.
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Briex Chapel
L. R
Wild geese over Greencastle attract town crowds
A flock of wild geese passed over Greencastle Monday night around 7 30 p m heading northwest. Pedestrians watched their squawking as the birds appeared lost and likely settled in a nearby woods before regaining direction.
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Greencastle
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