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Newspaper

Indianapolis Times

Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1928

Page

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Pardon legal case argued over Shumaker pardon

Indiana Supreme Court fights over Governor Ed Jackson’s pardon of Edward S. Shumaker for contempt of court. Attorneys for the city leader contend the pardon and payment of a $200 fine and costs estop pursuing voiding it. The demurrer asserts the court lacks jurisdiction and that the pardon was within constitutional authority.

Ed Jackson Edward S. Shumaker Indiana Anti-Saloon League State Supreme Court Shumaker Indiana State Farm Arthur L. Gilliam Gilliam State Farm Ethan A. Miles Department of the State Jackson Indiana Supreme Court

Glasgow scientist maps stars on umbrella to guide in fog

Duncan Mc Ewan, Glasgow scientist and British Association member, carries a star map adjusted to scale on his umbrella to avoid losing his way in rain or fog. An Indiana advertisement lists a six inch forked lump priced at $4.75 from Harvey Coal Co.

United Press Glasow Duncan McEwan Glasgow British Association Indiana Harvey Coal Co Drexel

Duke of York Triumphs Over Stutter in Public Speaking

United Press reports from London that the Duke of York is now able to speak without stuttering after a long secret cure. The duchess, once forced to speak for him, now appears proud and confident as the royal couple resumes public duties.

Kendall Foss United Press Ondon the Duke of York British Empire Great Britain Duke of York Duchess of York

Market Opens Firm On Mixed Early Trading

Traders ignored a roughly 133 million dollar rise in brokerage loans while prices edged higher in early dealings. The market looked irregular outwardly but the undertone stayed strong with large blocks of favored issues on the tape. Radio-Keith-Orpheum rose to 49 percent on a 10,000 share sale, while General Motors eased and Radio slipped about two points.

Elmer. C. Walzer United Press New York

Quirky Kokomo Tea Request Hits Local Post Office

A Kokomo man asks Postmaster Robert H. Bryson to shop for tea and more, prompting a humorous browsing tale. Bryson attempts the impossible buy of Oolong, as readers wonder if he becomes the goat of the mail route.

Robert H. Bryson Bryson

Pol ly Polly Plumber Address Urges Building Pride

Col W G Archer urged Indianapolis leaders to elevate admiration for trades and apprenticeships at a Severin dinner. He cited Henry Ford Schwab and Harding as examples of humble origins rising to national influence, and urged romance in building to attract youth to trades.

Col W. G. Archer Indianapolis Building Congress Indianapolis Severin Henry Ford Archer Schwab Harding Acher Plumbing and Heating Industries Bureau Flanders Fields America

Miller's All State Team to Be Announced Monday

Dick Millers all state college football team will be printed Monday in The Times. The Times sport staff and an active grid official select the first, second and third elevens and an honorable mention after reviewing data from coaches critics and fans. Miller is president of the Indiana Officials Association.

Dick Miller Times Indiana Miller Times Sport Spalding Football Guide Indiana Officials’ Association

City Councilman decries airport site delay in purchase

Albert F. Meurer criticized the slow progress in buying a municipal airport site. The Chamber of Commerce airport committee picked Site 8 south of Ben Davis per Mayor Slack’s plan, but the Board of Works awaits Slack’s full program before acting. District leaders reported no formal recommendation has reached the board.

Albert F. Meurer Meurer Chamber of Commerce Airport Committee Ben Davis L. Ert Slack Board of Works Slack Oren S. Hack Hack

Missing 17 year old Agnes Holder reported

Agnes Holder aged 17 of 1150 Eugene Street has been missing since November 17. She left home wearing a blue plaid skirt blue waist a red velvet jacket and a brown coat trimmed with black fur, and the police missing persons bureau was informed today.

Agnes Holder Eugene Street Police Missing Persons Bureau

Two Deaths Investigated By Coroner In Friday Incidents

Coroner C H Keever investigated two Friday deaths. Lawrence Stewart 35 of 330 Douglass street died after being struck by a taxi driven by John Fullen 35 of 535 Jones street he faced involuntary manslaughter charges and was released on his own recognizance. Manuel Hughley 37 of 1102 East Twentieth street died in an elevator accident at Rockwood Manufacturing Company 1801 English avenue where he worked.

C. H. Keever Lawrence Stewart Douglass Street Manuel Hughley East Twentieth Street Stewart John Fullen Jones Street Hughley Rockwood Manufacturing Company English Avenue

Hoover TIPS U. S. Silk Hat to Ecuador on Small Ships

President-Elect Herbert Hoover's goodwill mission begins South American tour with Ecuador visit. The U S S Cleveland carries Hoover up the Quayas river toward Quayaquil, with a reception planned and an official dinner in the evening. Weather notes include Humboldt current cooling breezes as the Maryland crosses the equator.

Thomas L. Stokes United Press U. S Cleveland Quayaquil Ecuador Herbert Hoover Maryland Puna Island Hoover Quayas River Guayaquil Isidro Ayora Quay

Chief Maquilla Abandoned by Its Crew At Sea

The Canadian steamer Chief Maquilla was abandoned by its crew early today off Portland Oregon. Seventy five crew and officers were rescued and taken aboard the Yogen Maru. The Yogen Maru sent a message stating all hands are safe aboard.

United Press Portland Ore Mackay Radio

Fifield Bobbitt Wolfard Take Office Today

Otto G Fifield of Crown Point becomes secretary of state Archie Bobbitt of English state auditor and Pliny Wolfard of Newcastle tax commissioner at the statehouse this morning. Terms run two years for the elective offices. Wolfard fills a four year term on the state tax board succeeding John J Brown. Clarence R Martin administers oaths as ceremonies mark inductions.

Otto G. Fifield Crown Point Archie Bobbitt Pliny Wolfard Newcastle Statehouse Fifield Bobbitt Wolford State Tax Board Ed Jackson John J. Brown Clarence R. Martin Supreme Court Clarence P. Fate Securities Commission Fate Lake County Tenth District Republican Organization George McHie Hammond

Hello Hello Fine in Columbus Court

In Columbus Indiana on December 1 Homer Berry and James Hester faced city court for intoxication. Mayor C. B. Cooper, ill at home, imposed fines of 22 dollars plus costs after the pair replied Guilty when asked for a plea. A link between Cooper's home and the courtroom was noted during the session.

Times Special Columbus Ind Homer Berry James Hester C. B. Cooper Cooper Berry Hester

Mayor Vetoes Traffic Code Conflicts at Meeting

City council will discuss removing conflicts in the new traffic code after Mayor Slack pocket vetoed the ordinance Monday night. Slack returned it for corrections without signing, citing assistant city attorney Smiley N. Chambers who found sections invalid. Changes aim to align with state law and keep Monument Circle parking ban.

Slack Council Smiley N. Chambers Chambers Monument Circle

Pork Market Up Receipts Still Heavy

Hog receipts near 8,000 pushed the market 25 cents higher with underweights 25 to 40 cents above Friday. 170 to 300 pound hogs bought at 9.00 to 9.10, best 9.10. Cattle slow on Saturday with heifers 50 cents lower at 17. Weights 190 to 230 pounds sold 8.85 to 8.90. Sheep and lambs steady. choice grades 13.75 or better.

Chicago

Heiress to wed Swedish prince in veil of queen

Estelle Romaine Manville, heiress, will marry Count Folke Bernadotte in Pleasantville New York using the late Queen Sophia’s bridal veil. The $500000 wedding features gifts worth $1000000 with Prince Gustavus Adolphus as best man and other royal guests. Ceremony at St John’s Episcopal Church with bishops and rectors officiating.

Paul Fredrix United Press New York Estelle Romaine Manville Queen Sophia Folke Bernadotte St. John’s Episcopal Church Pleasantville Westchester County Gustavus Adolphus

Airmail Pioneers Highlighted by Major Wesley L. Smith Series

The Times NEA Service begins a five part feature on air mail dangers led by Major Wesley L. Smith a veteran pilot since 1919 with 5000 flight hours and half a million miles. Smith superintendent of the New York Chicago division will be profiled in illustrated installments beginning Monday.

the Times NEA Major Wesley L. Smith Times Major Smith New York-Chicago Cleveland Ohio Los Banos Cal University of California Army Air Service San Diego New York France New England Airmail Service

King George Ill Health Sparks Crisis Fears

King George III remains at risk as physicians warn a prolonged illness could follow if he does not stabilize. An 11 am Buckingham Palace bulletin notes a slight temperature rise but unchanged general condition, with fluid between pleural layers flagged as a potential complication. The Prince of Wales would assume leadership if the king cannot recover, traveling from East Africa to London via Enterprise, Frobisher, and trains to Brindisi and Suez.

Keith Jones United Press London King George Buckingham Palace Daily Chronicle Prince of Wales East Africa Enterprise Dar-Es-Salaam Tanganyika Suez Admiralty Alexandria Frobisher Brindisi Italy

GM Denies Truck Unit Transfer in Widely Circulated Story

In New York stocks column the most notable news is General Motors denying a rumor that GM would turn over its truck unit to Yellow Company and that it sold a large block of Yellow Truck stock. The GM statement aligns with strong management and urges other firms to deny false stories.

Thomson & McKinnon New York General Motors Corporation General Motors

Dairy judges train like grid players in Ames

In Ames Iowa on December 6 dairy product judges endure tough training like football players. Professor M Mortenson of Iowa State College dairy industries department heads teams that have won five straight National Dairy exposition dairy judging titles. He urges no tobacco to keep taste sharp avoid unusual foods to prevent tummy upset and to get plenty of rest to stay physically fit.

Ames Iowa M. Mortenson Dairy Industries Department Iowa State College

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