Big Jim Lucas Shot by Bandits in Back Alley Attack
Former policeman James A. Lucas age 43 of 3222 College Ave died at Methodist Hospital from bullet wounds received Thursday night. He was found on rear steps by his daughter Mary 16. Detectives consider motives including bootlegging disputes or a hold up. Lucas had a bootleg reputation and large sums of money and jewels may have attracted attackers. He previously served as patrolman from 1908 and faced multiple charges before resigning in 1919.
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James A
Big Jim) Lucas
College Ave
Methodist Hospital
Lucas
Mary
Rugenstein and Landers
Jerry Kinney
Kinney
Leslie Speaks On Governance And Committee Roles
Speaker Leslie vented on governance choices calling for independence from outside advice. He criticized overbearing guidance and warned against frequent votes and roll calls on committee reports. He accused some committees of favoritism and questioned who truly carries influence.
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Leslie
Train robber sentenced to twenty five years in Atlanta
Brooklyn January 23. James Watt who roped his bride with a boast he would turn robber to impress her was sentenced to twenty five years in Atlanta penitentiary. Cadoo changed his plea from not guilty to guilty in court.
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United P
Brooklyn
EN. Y
James Watt
Atlanta
Cadoo
Fragmentary Notes Remain From Unclear Schedule
Vague OCR fragments show times such as 6 and 2 pm with numbers like 16 10 74 24 and noon, but no clear events, names, places, or actions to identify a definite item. Remaining readable bits hint at a timetable or timetable-like data without context.
One More Step and He's In in Army or Navy Recruiting
A man seeks military service and chats with Army and Navy recruiters in front of the Claypool. The Army sergeant pitches branches and age limits while a second recruiter questions skills and education, hinting at aviation options. The narrator ages in the Army as he talks, then turns toward further discussion at the Federal Building.
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Army
Navy
Infantry
Cavalry
Aviation
Tank Corps
Federal Bldg
Rantoul Field
Bold robbers rob Bowles drug store. boy spared
Richard Griffith, 9, at 2009 Brukle Street, recounts a Thursday night robbery at Bow les drug store at Twenty First Street and Central Avenue. A man forced workers into a back room while the boy kept his five cents and left before police arrived.
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Bowles
Alan Bill Dik Shaped Quietly in State Senate
A brief report notes Alan Bill Dik proceeding through the state senate with little opposition or disruption, avoiding dramatic hearings and maintaining a steady pace through the legislative process.
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Alan Bill Dik
Senate
Indiana Senate kills Klan education bill in 41 to 5 vote
The Indiana Senate rejected a bill by Senator Sims requiring public school teachers to be graduates of public schools. The measure failed 41 to 5 after a majority report recommending postponement was adopted. Vice Governor Van Orman pushed speed through the session as 12 new bills were introduced.
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Indiana Senate
Sims
Terre Haute
Senate
Educational Committee
Alldredge
Anderson
Martin
Logansport
Pell
Carbon
Payne
Bloomington
Batt
Davis
Lambert
Shan
van Orman
Three House Measures Withdrawn and Indefinite Postponement
Three House bills were withdrawn today and six were killed by indefinite postponement. Withdrawn measures include requiring liability insurance on all motor vehicles, banning religious garb by public school teachers, and granting eminent domain rights to the highway commission. Indefinitely postponed items cover sheriff's board allowances, hotel patrons' baggage sales, a 50 cent tax on each $100 of mortgages, taxation of Greek letter fraternities, library treasurer selection, and road material changes. House adjourned to 10 a.m. Monday.
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The
Highway Commission
Sheriff's Board
Bishop Grose Safe Telegram Reported From China
United Press reports a cable from Bishop L. J. Birney in Shanghai stating All are safe. The message is believed to refer to Bishop George Grose former president of De Pauw University who had been rumored missing after a secretary sent a letter about his interior China trip and unanswered telegrams.
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China
de Pauw
United Press
Washington
Methodist Board of Missions Today
L. J. Birney
Shanghai
George Grose
de Pauw University
Grose
Council Allocates Funding for County Roads Improvements
At a special meeting the council considered appropriations for county government and proposed road improvements for 1925. On Saturday they expected to authorize allocations from the sinking fund totaling 15 000 for Jansen Road retaining wall, 32 000 for Jansen Road overall, 100 000 for Snails Road, 227 000 for Mann Road, and 13 000 for Thompson Road. Residents near the roads urged approval and the council favored a concrete road for Jansen Ad due to heavy traffic.
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Jansen Rd
Snails
Mann Rad
Thompson Rd
Jansen Ad
Mayor Shank Considers Talks in Australia and New Zealand
A lyceum bureau reports offers for Mayor Shank to speak abroad. Potential venues include Auckland New Zealand Sydney Australia and Calgary Canada. The letters indicate wide interest in his oratory from distant lands.
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Shank
New Zealand
Australia
Lyceum Bureau
Aukland
Sydney
Calgary
Canada
Solon Seeks Raise for Legislators in New Bill
A Bernhardt bill introduced in the House proposes higher pay for lawmakers. Members would earn 600 dollars annually, Speaker 750 and Lieutenant Governor 750, with 5 dollars per 25 miles traveled and no mileage for special sessions. Salaries paid quarterly.
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House
Senate
Gasoline price jump in Indiana and nearby states
Standard Oil of Indiana announced a one cent a gallon rise in gasoline in Indiana and adjacent states. Independent firms quickly matched the increase. Low test gasoline now sells at 18.2 cents per gallon. high test 3 to 4 cents higher. oil and kerosene prices unchanged.
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Indiana
Standard Oil Company of Indiana
Chicago
Bill Would Oust Terre Haute City Court
A House bill introduced by Representatives Cooper Smith and Hagenwald of Terre Haute seeks to abolish the Terre Haute city court. A companion measure from the same authors would establish a criminal court.
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Terre Haute
Cooper, Smith and Hagenwald
Gas deaths claim five in New York five in twenty four hours
Five people died from illuminating gas in New York over the past twenty four hours. Three more are seriously ill in hospitals from the same cause.
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New York
United Press
Labor measure loses in Oklahoma House vote
The Oklahoma House of Representatives rejected the proposed child labor amendment by 81 to 26. The measure will be sent to the State Senate for consideration on Monday.
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United Press
Oklahoma City
Ind
Oklahoma House of Representatives
Andeadaes State Senate
Fire Claims Five Children In Cheleyan Blaze Near Aleston
A fire destroyed two homes and a grocery in Cheleyan near Aleston, West Virginia, killing five children aged 17 and younger. Local authorities report the tragedy as the fire swept through the settlement this afternoon, with investigators beginning to determine a cause.
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United Press
Aleston
Cheleyan
Here
Genevieve
Man of Vision Reads Bible Daily at Altenheim
At age 93 Henry Brendlein lives in the Altenheim of Sioux, where the Bible is his favorite book and he reads daily. Matron Mrs Wally Neusse says he reads widely in the home library and prefers to read himself rather than have others read aloud. He sits in his sunlit room for hours, drawing pictures and enjoying books in his old age.
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Henry Brendlein
Altenheim
Brendlein
Wally Neusse
Oh sing me a song of the South refrain clues
Puzzle style item lists four clues about a song lyric fragment and a continued dry spell referencing a mint beverage and a rhymable flower. The fourth clue hints at a facial aperture used in eating whistling and family arguments.
Men In Society Pressing Need For Equal Roles
Dr H C Hofstead of Memphis Tennessee spoke at Meridian Heights Presbyterian Church Thursday night urging both men and women to share equal responsibility. He said men have as much to gain from saving themselves as women and stressed active participation in moral duties.
Haase Teems With Tears as Fatal Crash Trial Opens
Chester Haase testifies about the auto crash that killed his wife and son and his daughter. John Strathenk stands trial for manslaughter in Criminal Court at 605 BE Market St. Officers testified Strothenk had liquor on his breath after the Oct 22 1924 crash. The cage may go to the jury late today as defense witnesses begin to testify.
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Chester Haase
Blaine Ave
John Strathenk
Market St
Strothenk
Haase
Chizen
Firemen Rescue Priest in Chicago Church Blaze
Firemen saved the Rev. J. P. Suerth from death when he tried to save church altar equipment during a fire that destroyed St. Francis De Sales Church in Chicago. The priest died from heat and smoke as crews gained control at daybreak. household loss is estimated at 200000 dollars.
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United Press
Chicago
JP. Suerth
St. Francis de Sales Catholic
Bus Problems to be Discussed at Scientech Club Luncheon
Attorney C Badden will discuss bus problems at the Scientech Club luncheon Monday at the Chamber of Commerce.
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C. Badden
Scientech Club
Chamber of Commerce
Chicago's Prince of Gamblers Jim O'Leary Dies at 60
Chicago mourns "Big Jim" O'Leary obituary details his sixty years as a famed gambler. Once a saloon keeper and race betting author, he built a gambling hall empire before Prohibition cut his fortunes. He died Thursday at age 60 after a quiet later life housing a commission business.
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United Press
Chicago
Big Jim’ O'Leary
Big Jim
Kenesaw Mountain Landis
O'Leary
Indiana Prepares to Observe First Solar Eclipse in Years
Indiana readers brace for the first solar eclipse in years as skies clear for viewing. The event, highlighted by observers and schools, marks a rare celestial display to be watched across communities and public venues.
Indianapolis Outside Best View of Natural Wonder
U S Weather Bureau head says Indianapolis has a fifty fifty chance to witness the total darkness event. Clouds may obscure the sky, affecting observers in the city.
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U. S. Weather Bureau
Local Eclipse Schedule Soon Visible in Indianapolis
Indianapolis observers anticipate a 93 percent solar eclipse on Saturday morning with sunrise at 7 a.m and the maximum around 8 a.m. Clouds may hinder viewing with a 50 50 chance of clear skies. Scientists note totality misses the city, while observers travel to Yale Observatory for full coverage.
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Indianapolis
J. H. Armington
Weather Bureau
Russell Sullivan
New Haven
Conn
Yale Observatory
Butler College
Indiana Central University
Antibaseball Bill Introduced in House
Bills in the House propose repeal of Sunday baseball legality and creation of a state movie censorship board. The baseball measure, by Rep Smith, would ban Sunday games for which a fee is charged. The censorship bill, by Rep Hinkle, would create a five member board with specified appointments and a 3000 dollar annual pay to review films, with fines from 1000 to 5000 dollars for violations.
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State Board of Movie Censors
Smith
Hinkle
Indianapolis
State Ministerial Association
State Medical Association
State Sunday School Association
Flag Bill Approved by Indiana House
The Indiana House approved a committee backed Cooper Vigo measure requiring schools fly the American flag. Penalties for first offense were reduced from 25 to 100 dollars to 10 to 100 on committee education panel recommendation. Harris Monroe bill restricting amusements near a state park was amended to one mile.
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Indiana House Today
Berg Husker Coach Aid at Illinois Chosen by Nebraska
Ernest B Berg, then first assistant at Illinois, was unanimously elected head Cornhusker grid mentor by the University of Nebraska athletic board. The board announced the decision today at Ingoln Neb Jan 23.
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University of Illinois
Nebraska
Benesee Press
Ingoln
Neb
Ernest B. Berg
Cornhusker Grid
University of Nebraska Athletic Board
Senate demands financial statement on Indiana Board of Agriculture
The Senate introduced and passed unanimously a resolution demanding a five day financial statement from the Indiana Board of Agriculture. It seeks the disposition of proceeds from a $1,000,000 bond issue and a one fourth cent annual tax levy. The record notes $155,000 was loaned to ex Governor McCray and later repaid.
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Indiana Board of Agricultue
Senate
Nejdl
Cravens
McCray
Resolution Calls Lincoln Birthday Exercise In House
A House resolution approved calls for exercises on February 12 commemorating Abraham Lincoln's birthday. Indiana University President William Lowe Bryan is to be invited as a speaker at the session.
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Abraham Lincoln
William Lowe Bryan
Indiana University
Aig
Sint Sesatgn
Houyy
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