Fisher Says New Rules May Guide Next Auto Race
Carl G. Fisher, founder of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, says reports of the Speedway’s abandonment are false. A meeting of drivers, manufacturers, and officials will discuss developing small motors and new regulations for the 500 mile race, including a possible new grandstand and limits on gasoline and car weight.
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Brazil woman named to succeed G O P state vice chairman
In Indianapolis a Brazil woman was named to succeed Mrs Barr as vice chairman of the G O P state committee. The report notes aims to reorganize party leadership and unite factions ahead of upcoming events while detailing other local items and unsettled schedules.
Bookie Job Fallout Snares Brooklyn Woman
In New York on May 31 Edna Haas a 20 year old Brooklyn resident was charged with taking bets on horse races becoming the latest example of a female bookmaker. Detective Kinney testified to a telephone line bet recordings and traced bets to the Haas family office. She admitted handling pony bets for some time and was held for further action.
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Indians, Brewers, Yankees Lead Weekend Dodgers Spectrum
Indians rise to Louisville and Manuel and Tech baseball teams vie for city high school title. Yankees beat Red Sox 8 to 1 as Pipp extends hitting streak to 21 games. Eight horses die in Maple Heights fire. Windfall woman Sadie Clousgen killed in San Jose auto crash. Markets show mixed trends with grain gains and oil up. Indiana leads states in electric usage. crude production up over prior week.
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Wealthy farmer believed slain near Boomillm Indiana
The body of Mike Lovercool a 66 year old wealthy farmer living nine miles northeast of Boomillm was found in his barn by two neighbors. Five empty wallets lay about and one hand was severed at the wrist fueling murder speculation. Relatives note he recently sold property and had money but no cash was found. The coroner planned another search before ruling on a verdict.
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Weather forecast for Indiana and Indianapolis this weekend
Forecast for Friday and Saturday calls for fair to unsettled conditions with possible showers. In southern Indiana expecting thunder showers on Friday and unsettled conditions with showers on Saturday. Indianapolis area to see fair Friday with unsettled skies and chances of showers, temperature not greatly different from normal.
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Petrograd theater blaze kills many in panic rush
Helsinki May 31 Associated Press dispatch from Central News reports the Petrograd opera house burned last night. An audience stampede during the fire caused many deaths as the flames spread from a performer’s dress to the scenery. The safety curtain lowered too late to prevent a deadly crush and the building was destroyed.
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Governor weighs repeal of state prohibition act after long hearing
Albany reports a four hour plus hearing on the Mullan-Gage repeal of the state prohibition enforcement act. Governor Smith kept an inscrutable face as supporters and opponents urged action, with decision expected between tonight and Sunday midnight.
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Brokerage House Jones & Baker Shut by Bankruptcy Petition
One of New York curb market’s oldest firms Jones & Baker faced bankruptcy after three creditors filed petitions and the curb exchange halted trading. Alfred C. Coxe Jr. was appointed receiver as officials claim solvency while creditors allege losses. books will stay under court protection with liquidation planned.
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Hundred Skeletons Dug Up In Search For Pocahontas
In Gravesend England May 31 Associated Press reports protests greet archaeologists digging in the parish church graveyard for Pocahontas remains. Edward Page Upton and team face threats while skulls are examined by W P Pycrate and Sir Arthur Keith. Bones reinterred after religious service.
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Meeting on new Americanism stirs Englewood crowd
At Englewood Christian Church a large rally featuring Mrs. Hamstrom gathered 3,900 residents amid secrecy about the speaker’s identity. Rev. Frank Davidsen praised the gathering as a demonstration of Americanism and free speech, while police guarded entrances to prevent disturbances. The program opened with Rev. S. S. Twifitter and emphasized loyalty and separation of church and state.
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Elgin Motors to Locate 400000 Auto Factory Here
Elgin Motors Inc plans a $400000 factory in Indianapolis to produce a six cylinder car. The plant at 623 West Fifteenth Street will span three buildings with 100000 square feet of floor space and employ about 300 workers. Production is slated to begin in September with distribution to follow, and equipment from Chicago is expected in days. The firm is formed from the old Bligh company assets under McDuffee and McMaster with Federal Motor Works involvement.
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Gas tax invalidity case faces Indiana ruling
South Bend reports a constitutional challenge to a two cent per gallon gasoline tax. Floral dealers protest refunds, while state officials prepare to argue the legality before Superior Judge Lenn J. Oate on June 7.
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Gas tax expected to raise price of gasoline in Indiana
Indiana announces a two cent per gallon gas tax with a one cent retail increase. The tax expected to fund roads. Gasoline demand not noticeably affected with a rise in prices by four cents at the pump. Local companies report no sharp demand surge, noting a surge from out of town visitors.
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Leaders Align Women and Men in Indiana Republican Districts
In a three hour joint meeting at the Hotel Severin state committee members and district vice chairmen agreed to a unified working plan. Edna Bucklin of Branford was named vice chairman, succeeding Dalay Doug Jax Bart whose resignation was accepted. The plan aims to have women and men collaborate within the same committee, with three regional meetings announced for South Bend Manitowoc and Portland.
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Among Outlaws When Captives Greet Threat of Death With Song
A report notes captives greeting threats of death with songs as relief committees work to secure safety. The piece highlights the committee's role in addressing peril and supporting those under risk.
Army enlists foes Tsachwang amid Shantung hostage talks
Negotiations for the release of twelve foreign captives held by Shantung brigands near Pad suku mountain advance as bandits may be incorporated into the Chinese army. A U S army medical corps officer and another Western tourist recounts hardship, relief aid arrive, and a tense ultimatum from brigands prompting a turned stance by prisoners and guards.
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Gotham Dentist Held In $20 000 Cocaine Find
New York May 31 George B. Smith arrested at his chemical factory where agents said they found cocaine worth about $20 000. He was held in $10 000 bond in Federal court charged with conspiring to ship cocaine to drug outlets. Assistant Federal Attorney said Smith was leader and financial backer of a nationwide drug ring conducting wholesale operations.
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Guedel to Remain on Health Board in City
Dr A B Guedel a Democratic member of the board of public health will be reappointed to the board according to Mayor Lew Shank. His term expired today but the reappointment was set after earlier efforts to appoint Dr Willan P Best failed due to party requirements. The law requires two Republican and two Democratic members. Dr Hodgin and Goethe Link are Republicans, Dr Hy Foreman is a Democrat, and Dr Helgin welcomed Guedel’s return.
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Fear D Annunzio in Accident in London Flight
Paris dispatches report the Italian poet and aviator Gabriele D Annunzio may have had a mishap while flying to Paris to attend the Garibaldi festival. He left Gardone by air bound for Paris and has not been heard from since.
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Dairyman Freed in Alabama Kidnaping Case
Prent G. Jacks of Kerona was acquitted of the charge related to the involvement in the flogging of Dr. Dowling, health officer for the city and county, after a jury verdict. A courtroom demonstration followed the jury’s decision.
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