Osceola Jail Fortified Against Lynch Mob Plans
Osceola ArkansasDecember 15 The county jail has been fortified by the sheriff and extra deputies to repel a mob from Shawnee planning to lynch six Black suspects held for robbing and torturing Mrs Cummings and others. The mob led by Seth Cummings allegedly bought hemp rope and crossed from Memphis into Arkansas. The torture involved a farmer thrown into a river and submerged, then shot, and Mrs Cummings reportedly burned alive in a feather bed.
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Cummings
Seth Cummings
Memphis
Mississippi River
Osceola
Arkansas
Negro baby brings noise to police station
A crying infant left in a baby cart outside a department store drew police attention until the mother, Mrs. Belle Boarde, arrived. Officers commented on the baby’s strong lungs as Capt. Hyland and Sergt. Corrigan tried to quiet the child before the mother’s appearance brought relief.
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Washington Street
Belle Boarde
Pennsylvania Street
Capt. Hyland
Sergt. Corrigan
Miss Agnes Claypool Killed in California
Miss Agnes Claypool daughter of Newton Claypool was instantly killed Tuesday night near Pasadena California in an automobile accident. Her companion Harvey Bissell of Grand Rapids Michigan son of a carpet sweeper magnate was probably fatally injured. They were descending a steep hill when the transmission gear broke causing a wild dash for three quarters of a mile and a fall off an embankment. Miss Claypool was the granddaughter of Mr and Mrs E F Claypool of 330 North Meridian Street and had been well known in Indianapolis where she visited in November.
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Agnes Claypool
Newton Claypool
Pasadena
Cal
Harvey Bissell
Grand Rapids
Mich
Miss Claypool
E. F. Claypool
Meridian Street
Ohio
Pennsylvania
Indianapolis
Mr. Claypool
American Seeding Machine to Enlarge Richmond Plant
The American Seeding Machine company will enlarge its Richmond branch to enable the employment of 1,000 men. The expansion follows increased demand as the firm opens European and South American markets, expanding beyond current capacity.
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Richmond
Ind
American Seeding Machine Company
Euan
Dr Kilmer Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad
An Indianapolis Daily Sun advertisement extols Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles. It cites symptoms of kidney disease and urges trial bottle offers, claiming purity certificates and free samples from Dr Kilmer Co in Binghamton New York while urging readers to mention the newspaper.
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Kilmer & CO
Binghamton, N.Y
Dr. Kilmer
Binghamton, N
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Indianapolis Daily Sun
Tragic Lafayette coaster collision claims life at rail crossing
At Lafayette Indiana on December 15 a passenger train struck a heavily laden coasting rack on Columbia Street, instantly killing Frank Klumpe Jr. and injuring several boys including George Metzger Roy Wendling Clarence Baxter Edward Hower Elmer Mahan and Morris Wolf. Police warned against coasting on the dangerous incline.
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Lafayette
Ind
Frank Klumpe, Jr
Columbia Street
Frank Klumpe
Lafayette High School
George Metzger
Roy Wendling
Clarence Baxter
Edward Hower
Elmer Mahan
Morris Wolf
Capitalists Desire 10 Lease Factory Building
Terre Haute Indiana December 15 A New York firm seeks to lease a four story factory building with 100000 square feet for about 2000 workers. The building would be 50 by 300 feet and cost around 60000 dollars to erect. Secretary Duncan of the commercial club has asked for more details on the factory type and ideal location before taking action.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Duncan
Commercial Club
New York
Indiana Milling Company
Baseball Deal Nears Completion Involving Chappelle
Memphis report says pitcher William Chappelle, former Memphis twirler, nearly sold to Brooklyn and to be assigned to Portland in exchange for shortstop Cooney sought by President Ibbetts for a 410 tryout. Mobile had shown interest in Chappelle.
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Memphis
Tenn
Wiliam Chappelle
Brooklyn
Portland
Ore
Cooney
Ibbetts
Mobile
Chappelle
Christian Ministers Call Mayor to Enforce Sunday Rest
The Indianapolis Christian Ministers association unanimously adopted resolutions urging mayoral action to enforce Sunday closing laws. They protest enterprises labeled as charity such as picture shows vaudeville theaters skating rinks and seek copies to the mayor chief of police city council and press to publicize their stance against encroachment on rest and worship.
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Christian Ministers’ Association
Indianapolis
Arcanum Election Officers Elected by Indianapolis Council
Indianapolis Council No 228 Royal Arcanum elects officers including Regent Dr. F Falk Vice Regent W C Ketron Orator E E Schroer Past Regent B S Taylor Secretary W A Collette Col lector A L Regsbee Treasurer W H Blair Chaplain Alex McCreary Guide C J Schuh Warden J G Osler Trustees J C Talbot C F Haugh H P Green Representative to Grand Council W A Collette Alternate Alex Mc Creary Organist J C Talbot. Colds cause headache Br Novo Quinine laxative remedy offered with signature line BE Grove.
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Arcanum
Indianapolis
Royal Arcanum
F. Falk
W. C. Ketron
E. E. Schroer
B. 8
Taylor
W. A. Collette
A.L. Regsbee
W. H. Blair
Alex McCreary
C. J. Schuh
J. G. Osler
R. L. Lewellyn
J. C. Talbot
C. F. Haugh
H. P. Green
Track Fast Track Fast With Trials At Speedway
The new Speedway track shows high speed as trials near. Moross says events will run unless heavy snow halts play, aiming to smash records with Stillman and Motsinger setting fast times on Empire cars and Harroun expected to arrive to race. Christie and Strang prepare Fiat and other machines, targeting world records.
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Christie
Strong
Auto Solomons
Smash
Moross
Police Department
Harroun
Speedway
Walter Christie
Lewis Strang
Indianapolis
Strang
Atlanta
Golden Remedy Saves Drunkard Wife’s Faithful Help
A former drunkard recalls near ruin and how his wife’s reading of Golden Remedy led to a life change. She sent a trial package, he consumed it at meals, and his craving vanished, restoring love and hope. The letter urges others, especially wives and mothers, to request a free trial by mailing the coupon.
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Dr. Haines
Free Treatment Coupon Offers Dr Haines Remedy
A vintage promotion urges readers to fill in name and address on a coupon to receive a free remedy from Dr J W Haines Co of Cincinnati Ohio. It claims the product stops drunkenness without the drinker knowing why and promises tasteless administration with tea coffee or food plus testimonials and books to prove the cure.
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J. W. Haines Co
Glenn Ridg
Cincinnati
Ohio
Holiday Window Displays Dazzle Downtown Shoppers
PyTAE downtown streets glow with holiday greenery and lights. Massachuset s avenue shows holly on electric wires attracting thousands. Stores like New York, Marott, Star Store, Meyer & Co and L. B. Ayres & Co showcase toy windows, furs, gloves and brass goods. Displays delight children and adults, with unusually artistic arrangements and bargain prices attracting crowds.
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Massachuset.3 Avenue
Ohio Street
Vermont Street
New York
Marott Department
Massachusetts Avenue
Charles Mayer & Co
L. B. Ayres & Co
Indianapolis
Widow weeps in court over Mn Denman fraud suit
Mrs Frankie McCrady accuses disbarred lawyer Mn Denman of fraudulent conveyance. Wife Mrs Joseph H C Denman testified she knew little of her husband finances and believes he prospered. Judge McMaster will rule after the afternoon hearing on whether the deed to the wife can be set aside.
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Joseph H. C. Denman
Superior Court
Frankie McCrady
Denman
McMaster
Rauch Aims for Reelection Amid Republican Discord
Wabash Indiana December 15 Democrats unite to back George W Rauch for another term in Congress amid GOP infighting and procedural bickering. The district’s Democratic effort centers on consolidating support to ensure Rauch’s return.
Rauch Poised for Congress as District Gathers in Huntington
Democrats of Indiana eleventh district plan a Jan 4 Huntington meeting with a big banquet and a business session to choose a district chairman and set a date for the nominating convention. George W Rauch is the anticipated Republican nominee. A G Ermshwiler may back Cox if he seeks reelection.
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Congress
A. G. Ermshwiler
Hartford City
FE. E. Cox
Emshwiler
Thy Garden Close Poem Imagery and Longing
A lyrical poem contrasts white lily leaves and red roses with personal longing. The speaker cherishes living strands in a beloved garden, expressing desire to see a hidden heart and requesting pansies and a red rose as tokens of affection. The verse blends nature imagery with intimate vow.
Zelaya 13 A Prisoner In Palace
Panama dispatch reports Nicaragua President Zelaya confined in his palace amid revolts in Managua. He sent more troops to guard the palace and a rumor claimed an assassination attempt occurred last night. Jose Madriz, Zelaya’s chosen successor, remained indoors as unrest spreads beyond the capital.
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Jose Madriz
Zelaya
Managuans
Mexico
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