Tragedy At Crossing In Indianapolis Fatal Car Train Collision
Two separate northern Indiana crashes leave multiple dead and injured. William Riley 46 of 150 South Oriental Street dies when his car is hit by a Pennsylvania locomotive at the Oriental Street crossing. George A. Watton 29, injured earlier, dies three hours after his skull is fractured in a bridge collision. Several passengers including children suffer severe injuries as cars overturn and catch fire. Funeral services for Watton set at Holy Cross church.
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Indianapolis
George A. Watton
Oliver Avenue
William Riley
Oriental Street
Pennsylvania Railroad
Watton
Lucian Thompson
West
New York Street
William Taylor
Charles Wright
Hiawatha Street
Taylor
National Stoad
Bridgeport
City
Thompson
Wright
Marie Griesener
Barnett S. Watton
Bloomington
Riley
Eveleyn
Maxine
O. W. Perdue
Fletcher Avenue
Hostler
Holy Cross’ Catholic Church
Holy Cross Cemetery
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Catherine
Edith
Anna Marie
Evelyn
Rose‘may
William’ Jr
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Cathrine Riley
Sadie Hill
Marie Harriss
John
Joseph
James Riley
H. J. Buchanan
Franklin
Madison ‘Road
Southport
Lolsann Buchanan
May Dodd
Paris Crossing
Jennie McConnell
North Vernon
Nellie Bloom
East Thirty-first ‘Street
Commerce and
Masachusetts Avenues
Sunddey
Frances Evelyn Silverman
Indiana Girl Rewarded for California Fig Syrup Cure Claim
A Indianapolis reader reports success giving California Fig Syrup to her constipated child Margie. The letter notes symptoms such as breath issues coated tongue and fever and claims rapid relief after using the syrup. The piece positions the product as a remedy promoted by mothers and readers.
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California
Ray Bundy
South Dolph Street
Indianapolis
Margie
Awards to Boy Scouts at Indiana University
The fourth annual Boy Scout program at Indiana University closed with Troop 2 winning a bronze statuette for best appearing unit. 100 percent attendance pennants were awarded to numerous troops across Indiana with leaders including Elbert Griesinger Howard Patten Dwight Prather.
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Bu Times
Bloomington
Ind
Indiana University
Troop 2
Warren Miller
Tten
Dwight Prather
Coalmont
M. R. Mathers
Mitchell
Oscar Lagle
Oolitic
Heschel Baker
Princeton
Warren H. Miller
Muncie
A. J. Masiari
Elbert Griesinger
East Chicago
Alpha Phi Omega Scout Leaders
Howard Patten
White River
Discovery Day Observances Across Indianapolis
Discovery Day marking Columbus's voyage was observed in Indianapolis schools and by a statehouse holiday for workers. The Italian American community held dinners and dances with speakers including Mayor Sullivan Italian officials and local leaders.
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Christopher Columbus
Indianapolis
Statehouse
Harry G. Leslie
Indiana
Severin
Queen Iguerite Society
Francisco Crispi and Sons of Italy
Insull says utilities withstand downturn across 30 states
Samuel Insull, chief executive of utilities operating in 30 states with market value securities over 3 billion dollars, said the current business downturn is temporary. He disclosed that his firms have not cut employment and that aggregate revenue across all companies rose seven percent this year.
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United Press
Chicago
Samuel Insull
Public Utilities
Insull
Sheriff Defends Aid In Slot Machine Case
Steuben County Sheriff Dorsey Folck contends deputy Paul Burgett acted within orders when seizing a slot machine at Circle Lake resort. Waterhouse had accused rough handling and claimed schoolage patrons were tied to play. Folck says Waterhouse blocked the seizure and force was needed to take the device.
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Steuben County
Times Special Gcla
Ind
Homer G. Waterhouse
Circle’ Lake Resort
Paul Burgett
Dorsey Folck
Folck
Waterhouse
Burgett
Jack the Eskimo Spitz Reappears After Yearlong Absence
On Columbus Day a dog named Jack, an Eskimo Spitz belonging to Mrs. Henry Wagner of 1466 Linwood Avenue, returned home after a year’s disappearance. He bounded to the front door with eager woofs, offering no explanation.
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Jack
Linwood Avenue
Henry Wagner
Lions Club drives Business Confidence week in Indiana
The Indianapolis Lions Club seeks luncheon clubs and civic groups cooperation for Business Confidence week October 19 to 25. Lions nationwide unite to restore prosperity by prompting spending with each Lion pledging 109 dollars on essentials and urging families to match the amount as a primer. Ministers will be asked to mention the campaign opening day as part of an international Lions movement to sell the public the idea that business gloom is mainly mental.
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Indianapolis
Lions Clubs
Takes Poison for Thrill of It
Vera Mitchell a 19 year old girl in Denver swallowed poison "just for a thrill" then told a friend she was bored with life. She was rushed to Denver General Hospital where stomach pumping was performed and doctors reported she will recover.
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United Press
Denver
Vera Mitchell
Denver General Hospital
Tye
Investment Bankers Association Opens Three Day Convention
In New Orleans 600 delegates gather for the Investment Bankers Association of America annual convention with forecasts of improved business conditions. The opening session on October 13 emphasized optimism for prosperity amid industry trends and market activity.
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United Press
New Orleans
Investment Bankers’ Association of America
Ford and MacDonald Meet At Downing Street Visit
Henry Ford the American automaker spent half an hour with Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald at No 10 Downing Street during his European visit. A separate dispatch notes a Kemp Brothers packing plant fire in Frankfort Indiana destroying a warehouse and delaying operations for hours.
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No. 10
Downing Street
Bu United Press
London
Henry Ford
Europe
Ramsay MacDonald
United Press
Frankfort
Ind
Kemp Brothers Packing Plant
Bank robbery suspect admits part in eleven crimes
William Bush of 704 Madison avenue confessed to taking part in eleven robberies across Indiana and, in one instance, implicated Garret Dinkey of the YMCA hotel as an accomplice. Dinkey denied the accusations. Most robberies targeted filling stations and groceries, with a West Baden hotel hold up also admitted.
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William Bush
Madison Avenue
North Salem
Indiana
Bush
Garret Dinkey
Dinkey
West Baden
Murder Policer Man in Chicago Cap Key to Bandit Gun Battle
Police say a crimson stained cap found at James Purcell's soft drink parlor links to a fatal shootout with three bandits. Patrolman William Rumbler, shot when his gun jammed, died after exchanging fire with the intruders who demanded surrender. The cap likely belonged to a bandit, not the fallen officer.
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United Press
Chicago
James Purcell
William Rumbler
Rumbler
Dog Causes Three To Suffer Injuries In Accident
In Edinburg Indiana on October 13 a car swerved to avoid a dog. Mrs. Loren Burton suffered cuts bruises and a knee wound while her child had a head injury. Miss Jenny Simpson was bitten on a hand after approaching the scene and helping the dog.
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Bu Times
Edinburg
Ind
Loren Burton
Jenny Simpson
Here
Burton
Simpson
Injured Woman Wins $4,000 Judgment in Collision Case
In Crawfordsville Indiana on October 13 Four thousand dollar judgment stands against Louis A Browne Indianapolis in a collision suit. He faces two more suits seeking damages from plaintiffs George Stahl Lola Mabie Howard Mabie all connected to the same accident three years ago.
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Times
Crawfordsville
Ind
Louis A. Browne
Indianapolis
George Stahl
Montgomery
Lola Mabie
Lafayette
Stahl
Howard Mabie
Emma Miller sues Crawford couple for six years rent
In Miami circuit court, Mrs. Emma Miller targets Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Crawford over rent for a house from September 1924 for six years, seeking a judgment of 717.50 dollars.
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Times Special
Peru
Ind
Emma Miller
Miami
Jesse Crawford
In the Air Weather Conditions
The report notes atmospheric conditions aloft with details on wind speed direction and temperature. It summarizes potential weather implications for aviation and flight safety based on forecasted upper air readings.
Precincts Increase to 3700 in Indiana for Ballots
Indiana election officials report 3700 precincts for the November 4 vote, up from 3600 two years ago. Marion County grows from 269 to 331 due to new lines. Printing starts October 17 at Ft Wayne company, with ballots delivered to the statehouse and county clerks by October 25.
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Hoedier
J. Otto Lee
State Election Board
Lee
Marion County
Ft. Wayne
Walsh May Retire From Public Life in Montana Vote
Public sentiment against prohibition in Montana could push United States Senator Thomas J. Walsh toward retirement next month. A Col lier's survey notes bitter anti prohibition mood, Walsh facing Republican opponent Judge Albert Galen as voters weigh wet versus dry.
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United Press
W York
Montana
United States
Thomas J. Walsh
William G. Shepherd
Collier’s
Shepherd
Walsh
Ciry
Albert Galen
Funeral planned for Col Milton A McRae in San Diego
Final rites set for Col Milton A McRae retired publisher and philanthropist who died after an operation. Body to be sent to Detroit for burial with his daughters Mrs Richmond Temple of London and Mrs Howard Henderson of New York. Boy Scouts will honor the funeral train route with stations at attention, services to be held at First Presbyterian Church in Detroit and burial in the family plot Saturday.
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United Press
San Diego
Cal
Milton A. McRae
Colonel McRae
Detroit
Richmond Temple
London
Howard Henderson
New York
Boy Scouts of America
First Presbyterian Church
Gould Wins Renewal Of French Gambling Licenses
Paris reports Frank Jay Gould secures renewal of gambling licenses for his Nice and Juan-les-Pins casinos after a year marked by pressure from Monte Carlo gamblers. Government-backed renewal preserves a 118-table operation with profits estimated around 2 000 francs per minute.
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United Press
Paris
America
Gold Coast
Frank Jay Gould
Nice
Juan-Les-Pins
Gould
Gambing Barons
Monte Carlo
Pension fund plan for aged pastors on Disciples of Christ agenda
The Disciples of Christ annual convention opens Tuesday in Washington with a major item the creation of a pension fund for aged pastors their widows and minor children. The program also includes other resolutions and discussions.
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United Press
NEW York
Convention of Disciples — Christ
Washington
Anita Stewart Seeks Comeback Through Studio Politics
Hollywood veteran Anita Stewart faces a tough road back to talking pictures as she candidly admits being a poor politician. Friends tease a comeback if she networks, but she stresses she cannot play the studio game. The former star, now Mrs. George Converse, recalls a career starting at age 11 and rising to leading roles by 16, with dancing honors and a Rudolph Valentino trophy among her memories.
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Hollywood
Cal
Anita Stewart
Anita
Miss Stewart
George Converse
Converse-Stewe T
Converse
Commodore J
Stuart Blackton
Rudolph Valentino
Dale dissatisfied with probe into mayoral probe
Muncie Indiana October 13. Mayor George R Dale expresses dissatisfaction with the Delaware county grand jury report noting no derogatory mention of him He threatens to press perjury charges against Horace Weber who accused city officials of profiting from street paying contracts Dale may seek indictments for perjury and call for a new grand jury investigation if needed He says the case shows Weber had no basis for his charge and that those who induced the testimony swore to it.
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Times Special
Muncie
Ind
Delaware County Grand Jury
George R. Dale
Horace Weber
Grand Jury
Dale
Weber
Women urge IU students to keep drink out of games
The Monroe county W C T U urged Indiana university students to avoid drinking at games. The appeal, published in the Indiana Daily Student, cites Michigan State college games at Lansing and the University of Oregon at Portland as examples of proper conduct.
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United Press Bloomington
Ind
Monroe County
Indiana University
Michigan State College
Lansing
University of Oregon At Portland
Indiana Daily Student
Cannon's Son Faces Bad Check Charge
Richard M. Cannon son of Bishop James R. Cannon of the Methodist Episcopal church, South, is believed en route to Washington to discuss pending bad check charges in Los Angeles. Warrants have been issued after he passed 1600 in worthless checks for labor and supplies at El Monte military academy he founded.
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United Press
Los Angeles
Richard M. Cannon
James R. Cannon
The
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
Washington, D. C
Young Cannon
el Monte Military Academy
Fifteen Film Workers Injured in Desert Explosion
In Flagstaff Arizona on October 13 one of fifteen moving picture workers was in critical condition after a premature blast on location during Pathe's The Painter Desert. William Boyd escaped harm while director Howard Higgins and thirteen others remained hospitalized with serious injuries.
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United Press
Flagstaff
Ariz
William F. Wallace
Flagstaff Hospital
William Boyd
Pathe
Boyd
Howard Higgins
Wallace
Two American Missionaries Reported Missing Near Pukien
Two American missionaries William Cassidy and Walter Judd were reported missing in Communist districts near Pukien. The notice, dated October 13, cites their absence and notes tense conditions in the region.
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United Presse
Peiping
China
William Cassidy
Walter Judd
Pukien
Aes
Man Seeks 20000 For Lost Foot In Railroad Crush
Henry Kahle files suit against Indiana Belt Railroad seeking 20000 damages for a foot injury. He said on October 10 1928 he was seeking a job and while moving between offices he attempted to climb through a standing train when an engine jerk caused him to fall.
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Times
Hammond
Ind
Henry Kahle
Indiana Belt Railroad
Kahle
Governors on Road Program at Ohio Indiana Dedication
Governor Harry G. Leslie of Indiana and Governor Meyers Y. Cooper of Ohio spoke at the dedication near the state line celebrating completed National road paving in Ohio. Indiana allies present included John J. Brown and other highway officials. Ohio attendees included R. N. Waid and C. C. Philbrick among county leaders.
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Richmond
Ind
Harry G. Leslie
Meyers Y. Cooper
Ohio
State Line
Here
Indiana
John J. Brown
Robert Boren
Richard N. Elliott
Windsor B. Harris
Ray &. le
Watchman John Cashman Dies After Heart Attack
John Cashman aged 62, night watchman of 1857 Shelby street, collapsed and died Sunday night in front of Dr. Ervin Wilkins office at 1818 Barth avenue. He had called his brother in law, Charles Meyers of 1515 Naomi street, to take him to the physician. Death attributed to heart disease.
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John Cashman
Shelby Street
Ervin Wilkins
Barth Avenue
Charles Meyers
Naomi Street
Cashman
Northwestern Gridiron Captain Stricken by Smallpox Jinx
Northwestern University battles a smallpox outbreak after captain Henry Bruder tests positive. Vaccinations issued for nearly a thousand contacts as Bruder, sidelined by a mild case, hopes to return for a November 1 game against Minnesota. Coach Harney and Delta Upsilon fraternity among those first to seek medical clearance.
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Jinx
Henry Bruder
Northwestern University
Bruder
Richard E. Harney
Delta Upsilon
John W. H. Pollard
Samuel
J. Lang
Minnesota
Illinois
Hanley
Quarrel Ends With Man Shot In City Fight
John Van Stan a 38 year old resident of 942 South Missouri Street is in city hospital with a critical gunshot wound. James B. Carmack of 840 South Meridian Street is under arrest charged with assault with intent to kill. Carmack says he acted in self defense after Van Stan threatened him with a hammer.
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John van Stan
South Missouri Street
City Hospital
James B. Carmack
South Meridian Street
van Stan
Carmack
New York Highway Chief Praises Indiana Roads
Arthur W. Brandt commissioner of highways in New York writes to Indiana Highway Director John J. Brown praising Hoosier state highways. Brandt led a delegation inspecting highways in fifteen states and two Canadian provinces and finds Indiana roads better built and better maintained than those visited.
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Hoosier
John J. Brown
State Highway Department
Arthur W. Brandt
New York
Brandt
Indiana
Marriage Celebrant Shoots Crowd Wounding Grandson
In Bicknell Indiana on October 13 Joseph P. Scott aged 88 fired into a crowd at his home during a noisy marriage celebration, slightly wounding his grandson Thomas Scott aged 28.
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Bicknell
Ind
Joseph P. Scott
Thomas Scott
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