05 Jun 1917
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1917
Page
1
A fragmented notice indicating advertising costs, one cent per word, and the publication day in January. Mentions of rates and the presence of ads for a business named AGHIFIED ADVERTISING.
The speaker urges every citizen to buy Liberty Bonds, stating any amount helps and bonds are the world’s best security. He emphasizes purchasing as a duty and an investment that will aid the country during and after the war.
In a rare cross party plea the Socratic and Republican committees urge party workers nationwide to aid in registering all eligible for war service. The stance marks a united wartime effort beyond partisan lines, acknowledging future policy debates but insisting the war transcends party divisions.
Senator Oscar W Underwood argues in this Internat News Service piece that Americans face a pivotal war period requiring vast funding and a protective draft. He asserts every man owes a duty to the Republic, urging readiness to sacrifice time and livelihood for national safety and the flag.
Analysis of the oath to diligently inquire and true presentment, outlining Grand Jury duties in Indiana County. Emphasizes investigating evidence, witness credibility, avoiding trivial or revenge-driven cases, and returning not a true bill when warranted. Stresses secrecy, role of the District Attorney, and proper conduct during deliberations.
A narrator and Marie observe the rush of downtown life as people jostle for revolving doors and enter elevators, noting lack of courtesy. Cigarette smoke escapes into others faces while doors slam shut on those behind. Marie’s hat is mussed and they reflect on small courtesies that could ease the busy day.
Pennsylvania Grand Jury guidelines cover oath administration, prosecutor endorsement, and bill handling. It explains limits on swearing witnesses, who may sign, who pays costs, and how to find true bills versus not true bills with multiple counts or defendants, plus duties of the foreman and district attorney.
Our Offer promises a one day only sale on Wednesday June 6 at the Moore Hotel Parlors. It markets Mirat Quality Spherical Lenses with gold filled frames for $1.00 and claims a scientific eye examination without drops or charts. It urges skeptical buyers to visit for precise fitting by examination of eye condition. It also notes monthly visits to cities and appeals to reason against conventional methods.
The Grand Jury is directed to settle costs between the prosecutor and the county, inspect county buildings including the County Home and Willard Home, and report on conditions. It calls for an inventory of residents, room occupancy, beds, ventilation, food quality, and general sanitary and humane care for dependents and children, urging careful, compassionate oversight despite high living costs.
A county jail interior construction project sparks a critical review by the Board of Charities. The session discusses proposed changes and the impact on inmates and facility operations. Officials consider funding, safety, and compliance with charity oversight standards.
A list of transfers records with multiple buyers and sellers across counties. Notable entries include Bessie M. Shancrosa transferring 3 acres in Montgomery for 400 dollars to Ralph J. Huey, James Cochran transferring 34 acres in Washington for 2599.69 dollars, and other parcels ranging from 2 to 121 acres plus various perches and lots, with prices noted or omitted.
Dalton Georgia reports a large Hayes family with twelve children born between 1907 and 1916. Of the twelve, six are living while the others died in infancy. dates include August 6, 1916 marriage of J M Hayes and many births such as July 3 1907 and March 2 1916.
Sacramento June 5 The tramp and the panhandler came under the official ban of the State Council of Defense today A letter was sent to all county councils of defense requesting cooperation of citizens to enforce the vagrancy laws as a war measure It urged housewives and loyal Americans to deny food and alms to loafers and to seek an honest return in work for what is received
In San Francisco natives hail Pele the fire goddess of Hawaii as enraged by Kilau e a eruption signaling defeat for the Germans. Passengers from Honolulu report the myth holds that the volcano's eruptions anger the goddess and bring death to enemies of the islands, seen as the Teutons.
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