02 Oct 1923
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Newspaper
Indianapolis Star
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1923
Page
1
Armed volunteers and sheriffs clash over ballot possession as Oklahoma braces for a historic election in 77 counties. Courts restrain the governor from blocking polls while deputies guard ballots and election supplies in cities like Tulsa and Oklahoma City.
Partly cloudy conditions expected for Indianapolis and vicinity on Tuesday and Wednesday. Temperature changes minimal with little variation, and no significant precipitation anticipated based on the Almanac style forecast. Relative humidity yesterday was 75 percent at noon, with no major departures from normal temperatures reported.
Indiana charity and correction leaders selected Newcastle as the site for the forthcoming state conference. Senator C. O. Holmes of Gary was chosen president, with a nominations committee led by Miss Jane Zucker selecting Newcastle as the host city amid a broad slate of Indiana delegates and officers.
Advertiser hypes day of sale in bold store news for today’s shoppers. He tones his message to secure purchases before customers leave for other stores. Indianapolis Star signals as the city’s leading morning and Sunday paper with wide reach.
State auditor Robert Bracken halted $40,000 in gasoline tax transfers to the highway fund to meet a financial emergency. He said private counsel advised the move against Attorney General guidance, sparking pushback from highway officials and an upcoming Finance Board meeting. The dispute centers on replenishing the highway fund as tax collections show an overdraft, with $1.4 million total gas tax, $40000 transferred, and $187000 in checks drawn against the fund before the balance.
Cadle and backers plan a downtown Tabernacle seating 10 000 with a business building below and large auditorium above. A temporary meeting place may be found while the new Tabernacle is erected. The initiative splits the choir and Cable Tabernacle leadership with standpatters backing the project. A $100 000 pledge reportedly backs site purchase and a SINC club is proposed to raise more funds.
The Minneapolis Public Service Commission contines hearings on the Oxcar Hatta rate case for the Minneapolis Water Company. Attorneys for the city and the company present extensive arguments on valuation and reproduction costs as months of testimony and exhibits stretch the record toward a decision likely weeks away.
White Plains New York District Attorney Rowland says Det 1-Tir William J. Meyer has been summoned to appear before the Westchester October grand jury. Meyer attended Mrs Charles Webb before her death at the Weeteheater-Biltmore Country Club and urged an investigation as relatives suspected slow poisoning. Relatives describe Mrs Webb's illness worsening over weeks while physicians offered uncertain diagnoses.
A council committee debated a city administration probe intended to curb inefficiencies and personnel issues but was stalled by personal feuds among members. Draft wording for an ordinance was delayed as Councilman Linsley may revisit it later. clashes between Ray, Bernd, and others intensified in an ante-room before the session.
Boonville and Warrick County residents gathered Oct 1 to witness the ZR 4 airship’s transit over the area. The ARL ship, piloted by Metpl Dy Wegernheher, traveled from Indianapolis to Cincinnati, then to Columbus and Independence, with cheers, bells, and crowds greeting its passage.
The report traces the early leg of a long voyage by the airship across the Atlantic from Washington toward Indiana and Pennsylvania, noting air speeds versus ground speeds, wind effects, and technical tests. Observers describe lift, engine performance, and navigation as the craft nears Ohio and Illinois boundaries amid favorable and challenging winds.
The Republican state committee issued a statement praising Chairman Walliasan Jog for calling a meeting to review Governor McCray’s finances. They note public official conduct relates to office use and pledge impartial investigation of the matters, with no prejudice for or against the Governor.
The Marion County grand jury will begin an inquiry into Interin governor Mettray’s financial dealings with Marion National Bank. Charles W. Moores, United States commissioner, is appointed special prosecutor by Judge James A. Collins to direct the probe amid bank executives and other witnesses expected to testify.
A distress radiogram from the steamer Diana Dollar reports afire aboard and requests assistance. The message was picked up by the Federal Telegraph Company and relayed to authorities.
On the eve of the election quiet prevailed in Manila and the provinces. Authorities urged calm and security measures as voters prepared to cast ballots, with Governor General Paanard Wetesid coordinating efforts to ensure a peaceful poll.
Congressman Sanders bitterly criticizes action of chairman governor's friends rally to his support as party leaders decide to continue policy of watchful waiting.
The Republican state committee met at the Hotel Severin to review Governor McCray’s finances amid a federal grand jury inquiry. Leaders pledged impartial investigation and avoided preemptive action while a subcommittee visited the Governor at the Statehouse to discuss confidential findings.
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