Louisville graduate Charles Hunt earns arts and law degrees
Charles A. Hunt graduates from both the Arts and Law departments of the University of Louisville at the commencement. Edward Whistler and Milton Cohen also graduate from the Medical Department with Cohen headed to an interneship at Louisville City Hospital. Honor student I J B Henry Reeder joins the medical group. The exercises feature remarks by Hon. Charles B. Trabner on Municipal Universities and Hunt serves as class president and valedictorian delivering The Truth of the Alumni to the Alma Mater.
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University of Louisville
Macauley's
Charles A. Hunt
Law
I. J. B. Henry Reeder
Milton Cohen
Cohen
David Cohen
Louisvile City Hospital
License Required for Jitneys in New Albany
New Albany enforces a jitney bus ordinance effective yesterday requiring licenses, with a 95 dollar annual fee. Nineteen operators secured licenses at the City Clerk's office as others exited the business saying it did not pay. The rule mandates fixed one fare trips within the city and interior lighting for jitneys. A similar measure may reach Jeffersonville City Council next Monday though adoption is uncertain.
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New Albany
Jeffersonville
Dayton man Daniel Crumine held on vagrancy charges
Police report Daniel Crumine, also known as Marcus Crumine, was arrested in Clark County on vagrancy charges after a staged inspection trip with Thomas F. O Neil. Dayton authorities requested requisition papers to transfer him back for theft charges and trial.
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Dayton
Daniel Crumine
Clark County
Daniel
Marcus Crumine
Crumine
Thomas F. O'Neil
For Rent One or Two Rooms
Public classified notice advertises rental of one or two rooms with contact at Goodman’s Grocery for inquiries.
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Goodman’s Grocery
Township Trustees Convene Monthly Meeting in Clark County
Clark County trustees gathered in the Voigt building at Trustee Charles W. White's office for the monthly institute. The gathering facilitated idea exchange and information sharing among the trustees this morning.
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Clark County
Township Trustee Institute
Charles W. White
Voigt
Picnic Program for Wall Street Sunday School Excursion
The Wall Street Sunday School plans a Fern Grove excursion Friday with a 9:30 a.m. boat from the city. A full day program features base ball, relay races, volley ball, obstacle events, marshmallow bat, Boy Scouts activities, vesper service, and various games led by Rev. W. H. Wylie.
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Wall Street
Fern Grove
Indian Club
Tub
Jack
High diver dies attempting Brooklyn Bridge jump for film contract
Henry Clark of Philadelphia climbed the Brooklyn Bridge towers and leaped into the East River, plunging more than 200 feet. Rescuers found no body after a half minute of frantic paddling. Mrs Katherine Clarke, his wife, arrived seeking information on his fate.
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New York
Brooklyn Bridge
Henry Clark
Philadelphia
Manhattan Tower
Manhattan
Katherine Clarke
Lancaster Avenue
Oak Street
Moving Picture Company
Clark
Norman Howard Wins Flat Foot Reverse Waltz Prize
Norman Howard won the dancing prize at Glenwood Park last night in a flat foot reverse waltz. The prize awarded was $5 in gold.
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Norman Howard
Glenwood Park
Unclaimed Letters at Jeffersonville Post Office
List of letters remaining unclaimed for the week ending May 29 1915 at the Jeffersonville Ind post office. Names include Mr and Mrs Clarence McWilliams Mrs J C R F D No 1 Miller Chas Minor Roy L R F D No 1 Pruitt Mrs Mary Schindler Jonseph 807 3rd St. Callers must pay advertised fee and give first date. James E Burke postmaster
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Jeffersonville
Ind
Clarence McWilliams
J. C—R
Roy L—R
Pruitt
Mary Schindler Jonseph
3Rd St
James E. Burke
Dream Theater screens Mabel and Fatty Keystone comedy
Dream Theater will show Mabel and Fatty a Keystone comedy tonight. Several other one reel pictures will be shown.
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Mabel
Fatty
Dream Theater
Police Court Fines Issued in Morning Sessions
Garrett Evans charged with intoxication was fined 1 and costs after arrest by Officer James Masters. George Payne cited for vagrancy was fined 5 dollars and costs following arrest by Officer Donovan.
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Garrett Evans
James Masters
George Payne
Donovan
Scott County Chautauqua Set for July 2 to 7
Scott County prepares a Chautauqua from July 2 to 7 with a lineup of strong talent. The event precedes the annual assembly at Glenwood Park in the coming days.
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Scott County
Glenwood Park
Circuit Court in session yields little of importance
Clark Circuit Court proceedings this morning featured a sustained motion to separate the Lutz v Stanley slander suit for 5 000 dollars. Other actions included overruled demurrers and motions, continuances by consent, and a judgment finding in favor of the defendant in Nelson v B&O Southwestern Railroad.
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Clark
Joseph Lutz
Edward Stanley
Christopher Koehler
Adolph Koehler
Anna Tracy
Patrick Tracy
Thomas Holden
Mary Holden
New Albany
Anders Rasmussen
Charles Brubeck
Charles McBride
William Woodruff
Woodruff
Zenior and McIntyre
James W. Fortune
Charles <. McKinley
William R. Martin
Wee W. Fortune
American National Bank
Josephine Morgan
Sem i Monthly Pay Law Declared Unconstitutional
A Superior Court judge in Indianapolis ruled the 1913 provision requiring semi monthly wage payments unconstitutional. The decision voids the statute that forced employers to pay twice monthly and sets aside penalties for noncompliance, concluding it deprived workers and firms of freedom to contract. The ruling cites earlier wage laws and quotes a Supreme Court opinion on the issue.
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Indianapolis
Edward M. Thompson
John W. Wright
Wright
Thompson
Supreme Court
Prayer meeting at Presbyterian Church tonight
The Presbyterian Church invites all to a 7:45 PM prayer meeting with Bible readings on prayer. Attendees should bring a verse containing the word prayer to read aloud. The organizers urge stronger attendance and a special effort to come.
Lassen Peak Erupts Again As Mud Flows Down Slopes
Lassen Peak erupts again scattering boiling mud down the north side toward Lost and Hot Creeks. Scientists in the danger zone feared for their safety as the flow likely worsens after heavy recent snows. The event marks the first anniversary of Lassen as an active volcano with 99 eruptions observed since the initial May outbreak.
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Lassen
Perij Zone
Redding
Cal
Lassen Peak
California
Notice to Bidders for Indiana Reformatory Supplies
The Indiana Reformatory Board of Managers will meet on June 7 1915 to receive bids and award contracts for monthly supplies including groceries dry goods hardware and medical items. A contract for one carload of flour will be awarded. Proposals must be filed by June 7 1915. blank proposals available at the office. D C Peyton General Superintendent Adv Pub June 2 15.
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Board of Managers of
The
Indiana Reformatory
D. C. Peyton
Tax settlement distribution by county officers
Distribution of the June settlement of taxes is being made by Thomas L. Stoner and Amos H. Burtt, deputies in the office of George W. Stoner County Auditor.
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Thomas L. Stoner
Amos H. Burtt
George W. Stoner
Venue Change Sought in Tull Estate Distribution Case
A motion and affidavit request change of venue in the guardianship case of Fredericka Jeffries for Oscar Tull against Eliza Lewis Tull over distribution of William Tull's estate. The case has been sent to Floyd County for adjudication.
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Fredericka Jeffries
Q Oscar Tull
Eliza Lewis Tull
William Tull
Floyd County
Judgment on Account in Donavia Shoe Co v Hanlin
A judgment in favor of the plaintiff Donavia Shoe Company for 27 dollars 63 cents against defendant Charles H. Hanlin in an action on account.
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Donavia Shoe Company
Charles H. Hanlin
Thomas Gray Convicted in Jefferson County
Thomas Gray was convicted of petit larceny in Jefferson County at Madison and received into the Indiana Reformatory to serve a term of one to eight years.
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Jefferson County
Madison
Thomas Gray
Indiana Reformatory
Farmers' Institute No 2 Utica Township hosts readings
Mr and Mrs William Goodwin host Farmers Institute No 2 in Utica Township Thursday afternoon. C D Stacy reads Use of Lime on the Farm and Mrs W E Wiley speaks on Home Sanitation.
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William Goodwin
Farmers’ Institute
No. 2
Utica Township
C. D. Stacy
W. E. Wiley
Realty Transfer Judgment Filed in Monroe Township
A certified copy of a judgment against Walter Does and others was filed in Monroe Township to show the transfer of real estate. The filing occurred in the office of County Recorder Clifford Allhands.
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Monroe Township
Walter Does
Clifford
Wilson Holds Conference With German Ambassador
President Wilson arranged to meet Count von Bernstorff today to hear Germanys position on U S policy amid Lusitania sinking and other violations of American rights on the high seas. The interview marks Bernstorffs first request since September.
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Washington
Wilson
Count von Bernstorff
United States
Empire of Germany
Count Bernstorff
Germany
German Ambassador Bernstorff Meets President Wilson
Count Bernstorff, the German ambassador, had an audience with President Wilson today at noon.
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Washington
Count Bernstorff
Wilson
Nations Enter War Arena in Dobrudja Pact
Paris reports Bulgaria and Romania reached a complete understanding via a Bucharest dispatch. Romania agrees to cede territory in Dobrudja as part of the settlement.
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Paris
Bulgaria
Rumania
Bucharest
Petit Parisien
Dobrudja
Wilson Delivers Note On Naval War Rules To Germany
President Wilson and his Cabinet decide Germany must state promptly whether it will observe established international law in its naval war with Britain or set its own rules. The president plans a note outlining his views and the cabinet consensus to be sent this week.
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Washington
Germany
United States
Great Britain
Wilson
Cabinet verdict on German Lusitania reply unsatisfactory
The majority view held Germany’s reply to the American note after the Lusitania sinking was unresponsive and would jeopardize U S relations. Officials expected an early answer on whether neutrals may sail armed or unarmed ships with contraband and whether survivors must be rescued before destruction.
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Lusitania
United States
Germany
Cabinet works on Germany note over submarine issue
The cabinet debated how to reply to Germany without detailing all technical points. Some urged investigating Germany’s questions and sharing proof, while others warned such delay could undermine U S credibility. The plan favored restating that Lusitania was unarmed and avoiding debate on ammunition carriage.
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Cabinet Council
Germany
United States
Embroidery Club entertained by Mrs Paris Holzheimer
The E Z Embroidery Club of this city was entertained this afternoon by Mrs Paris Holzheimer of Louisville at Fontaine Ferry Park in Louisville.
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E. Z. Embroidery Club
Paris Holzheimer
Louisville
Fontaine Ferry Park
City
Prayer Meeting Service Begins Gospel Study at Wall Street Church
Tonight at 7 30 Rev W H Wylie leads a study series at Wall Street M E Church on the Gospel of John. The initial topic from the twelfth chapter is The Loss That Means Gain.
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W. H. Wylie
Wall Street
M. E. Church
John
Rain harms crops as fruit rots on vines in county
Farmers report heavy rains in recent days harming crops. Strawberries in many areas are rotting on the vines while still green and corn has suffered, affecting overall yields across the county.
Government bids sought for canvass duck supplies
Proposals are invited and will be received until June 9 at the local Quartermaster's Depot and at the Quartermaster General of the Army in Washington for furnishing canvass duck and related items for delivery during the fiscal year at the Quartermaster Corps depots.
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Quartermaster General of the Army
Washington
Quartermaster Corps
Superintendent Samuel L. Scott Receives Free California Trip
Samuel L. Scott County Superintendent of Schools was gifted a complimentary trip to the California expositions by Clark County teachers. He will travel in August and return in time for the September annual institute.
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Samuel L. Scott
Calfornia
Clark County
Government Dams Landmark Appraisals Ordered at Madison and Rockport
Judge Anderson of the Federal Court in Indianapolis named appraisers for land to be condemned for government dams near Madison and Rockport Indiana. The project aims to improve navigation on the Ohio River from Cairo to Pottsburg with locks on the Indiana riverbank. The Madison dam would extend a chain of locks and dams aiding year round navigation and aiding dry season flows. A nearby West Point Kentucky link is nearing completion.
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Madison
Rockport
Anderson
Indianapolis
Ind
Indiana
Ohio River
Cairo
Pottsburg
West Point
To Base Note Solely on Law
The fragment argues that the decision should base the American note on law and emphasizes adherence to international principles. It foregrounds a legal framework over political considerations, suggesting a principled approach to diplomacy and state conduct.
Call to Prayer Urges Global Peace by Methodists
Bishop Earl Cranston of Washington issued a national call to prayer for Europe and the world. The appeal, read in all Methodist churches, urges continual heartfelt prayer beyond routine worship to seek lasting peace.
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Methodist Episcopal Church
Earl Cranston
Washington
Europe
Death of Mrs Mabel Kidder Leaves Two Sons
Mrs Mabel Kidder 38 died Tuesday night at 518 East Maple Street from tuberculosis. Survived by husband Charlie Kidder employed at Howard's shipyards and two young sons Willis and Olle. Born February 25, 1877 in Hardin County Kentucky, she lived in Jeffersonville ten to twelve years. Funeral at 4 PM from FE M Coots Sons private chapel conducted by Rev W H Wylie with interment in Eastern Cemetery.
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East Maple Street
Mabel Kidder
Charlies Kidder
Howard's Shipyards
Willis
Olle
Messrs
FE. M. Coots Sons
R&. W. H. Wylie
Nabb Couple Marry In Scottsburg Office Ceremony
Archie D. Clapp and Elva Owens of Nabb were united in marriage Thursday morning in the Circuit Clerk’s office at Scottsburg by Rev. James F. Ervin. The groom is the son of Henry P. Clapp and the bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Willis Owens.
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Archie D. Clapp
Elva
Rene Owens
Nnabb
Scottsburg
James F. Ervin
Henry P. Clapp
Bridge
Willis Owens
Bloomington Faculty Acts To Curb Post Victory Rushing
Indiana University faculty held a special meeting to end the long tradition of student groups rushing candy stores restaurants and moving picture theaters after athletic wins. The practice has drawn large crowds and even a near riot when a theater was overwhelmed last year prompting a fire department response.
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Bloomington
Ind
Indiana University
Harris-Grand Theater
Motorcyclist Narrowly Escapes in Head-On Collision
In Columbus Indiana Ora Cook 23 a farmer near Herve collided head on with a speeding automobile while riding a motorcycle yesterday. Cook was thrown over the car and his clothing torn from his body but he escaped serious injury.
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Columbus
Ind
Ora Cook
Herve
Cook
Picnic Place Changed for Guild Event
The Presbyterian church guild moves its Thursday picnic from Glenwood Park to Silver Hills. Glenwood Park will host a different meeting on the same date.
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Guild of the Presbyterian Church
Glenwood Park
Silver Hills
Homer Smith Excursion Steamer Heads to Madison
The Homer Smith excursion steamer made its initial Sunday trip and set out for Madison. The Elks of Madison plan an evening excursion, with the vessel returning to this port tomorrow for a Red Men event excursion.
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Madison
Homer Smith
Elks
Red Men
Meeting of Brotherhood of St. Lucas church
The Brotherhood of Andrew and Philip at St. Lucas German Reformed church calls all members to attend the monthly meeting tomorrow night. Several important matters will be discussed and a number of new members will be received.
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Brotherhood of Andrew and Philip
St. Lucas
Charlestown Postmaster Named in Washington Dispatch
Washington dispatch reports President appoints James B. James as Charlestown postmaster to take office at fiscal year end after resignation of Joseph W. Morrow. James succeeds the previous postmaster following a resignation weeks ago.
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Washington
James B. James
Charlestown
Joseph W. Morrow
Severa
Weather Outlook for Jeffersonville and Indiana
Unsettled weather tonight and Thursday with occasional showers for Jeffersonville and area. Indiana forecast calls for probable rain tonight and Thursday.
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Jeffersonville
Indiana
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Medical Dept
Charles Hunt
Trustees Meeting
High Diver
Chautauqua
Presbyterian Church
White House
Death Girs, Kidder
Charles Kidder
Nabb
Weather Report
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