Boundary defense function of Navy
Secretary of the Navy Curtis D. Wilbur argues the Navy is the first line of defense for the United States, noting the continent as an island, the undefended Canadian boundary, and the need to protect lines of commerce. He compares the US approach to a large standing army and cites naval manpower figures to show efficiency and reach.
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Wilbur
France
Belgium
Marne
England
Oahu
Pacific
Fatlon
Navy strength and sea power defend the homeland
The text argues that with proper training the navy can deter invasion of the continental United States and prevent the need for large armies. It notes that any future war would mainly occur at sea and in defending outlying island possessions, and proposes addressing battleships as a key component of sea power.
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Continental
United States
Political Change in Local Campaign Tactics
An elderly observer laments shifting campaign power from precinct field workers to office clerks. He recalls keg parties and cigars in earlier days, while modern canvassing relies on mimeographs and letters. He doubts reforms tame the system and notes ongoing pressure to avoid offense during elections.
Formal opening set for Reserve Loan Life Insurance home office
Lew Shank notes money talks in elections and warns about fundraising. Report on the formal opening and dedication of Reserve Loan Life Insurance Company’s new home office at 429 N. Pennsylvania St set for April 30 and May 1. Chalmers Brown will preside, with banquet speakers T. S. McMurray and Judge Charles S. Orbinson. representatives will attend and business meetings follow.
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N. Pennsylvania St
Reserve Loan Life Insurance Company
Chalmers’ Brown
Severin Hotel
T. S. McMurray
Charless. Orbison
Marmola Tablets Claim Safe Weight Reduction Method
An advertisement touts Marmola Prescription Tablets as an extraordinary fat reducer avoiding starvation diets or heavy exercise. It urges readers to buy from a druggist for one dollar per box or mail order from the Marmola Company in Detroit, promising steady, harmless weight loss and happiness.
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General Motors
Detroit
Mich
Police arrest couple over desertion and assault charges
Police investigate identity of an 82 year old man who gave his name as Donald Ryan of 24 E Tenth St and was charged with wife desertion. His wife Jean Ryan, 26, of 244 E Tenth St was charged with assault and battery and held.
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Donald Ryan
E. Tenth St
Ryan
Jean Ryan
Indiana Receives Navy Training Yacht Hawk
Indiana has a navy boat the seagoing yacht Hawk which becomes state property for use by the U. S. Naval reserve corps as a training ship. Senator James E. Watson spoke at the ceremonies noting its former stationing at the Great Lakes Naval Training Station.
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Michigan City
Ind
Indiana
Switzerland
Hawk
U. S. Naval Reserve Corps
James E. Watson
Great Lakes Naval Training Station
Hanging sheriff dead at age seventy five in Indiana
Fort Wayne April 21 William D. Shiefer 75 former sheriff and merchant is dead. He presided over several public hangings in the city years ago in charge of law enforcement duties.
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Times Special
FT. Wayne
Ind
William D. Shiefer
Merchant
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Curtis D. Wilbur
Secretary of the Navy
Washington
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Totti
Hoover
Hallenmaames
Indianapolis
Indiana Bell Telephone Coo
Phil M. Watson
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Wilson
Sultana Jam
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