11 Jun 1913
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Newspaper
Lebanon Daily Reporter
Location
Lebanon, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1913
Page
1
Shelby wins the mayoral nomination as ballots cast reveal a majority for Shelby across wards. Three candidates appeared on the ballot: John W. Boeke, Witten Marts, and Hebbson, with Shelby carrying key wards and a decisive early tally.
Readers learn that automobile tax collection will start soon with debate over the new measures. The notice references candidates and ward coverage, naming officials and meeting details while detailing registration responsibilities, fees, and vehicle requirements in the proposed overhaul.
Governor Samuel M. Ralston proclaims national flag day to be observed on June 14, 1915. He urges displays of the American flag in state buildings, schools, and businesses to promote liberty, loyalty, and equal rights under law. The proclamation emphasizes honoring Old Glory as a symbol of justice and citizen equality.
The Lebanon community contemplates dedicating a new public park with flag raising and a ceremony in July. Citizens urge a strong program and urge the Business Men's Association to organize an engaging event with support from local groups.
Summer School of Missions in Winona Lake Indiana runs June 19 to 27 under the Interdenominational Committee of Central Wear for Missions. Several excellent speakers are planned and attendance is encouraged by interested participants. Weather outlook shows rising temperatures. cream tea at Epworth League event this evening at the Abrochurch.
Indianapolis obituary details James Decasaye a Civil War veteran from Boone County who died in Lebanon after years of service. funeral at 2:30 p m Thursday. body brought from Indianapolis. survived by children and four brothers. served in Third Indiana Battery and First Baptist church. interment at Oak Hill.
Governor Ralston and his wife spent a brief stop in Lebanon on Tuesday afternoon en route to Lafayette for Purdue University commencement exercises where their son Emmett graduated today. They were greeted by many friends during the brief visit.
The Berean class of the First Baptist Church plans a social for younger married members. The program includes readings by Miss Kazel Stephenson and Miss Myrtie Dooley, vocal and violin solos by Miss Fern Essex and Miss Ver Jackson, and a poem by Mrs Emin Roberts. Guests will gather in the basement for pedal features and further entertainment.
In Indianapolis Indiana on January 1 the hog market saw ample receipts of hogs and calves while sheep and cattle also moved. Local packers drove most orders as supplies sold early with prices up about 19 cents, ranging from 5.73 to 8.80 per unit.
Prank Shull died Monday at the family home of Ribula in Kirelin after a deathbed illness. His wife Lise Hart, aged resident of Wells County, survives with parents Mr and Mrs Hart and sister Esta Davideen. The funeral arrangements remain unsettled.
Secretary of Agriculture Gallowsy and experts say early spring planting and good crop condition lessen frost impact. Localized frosts threaten cranberries in New Jersey and strawberries, but overall fruit and vegetable damage remains limited, with corn and other crops retarded yet not seriously harmed.
Policeman Ora Wills arrested William Moss and George Keeley for intoxication last evening and jailed Riley Campbell and Jol Ballard by Officer Evans the same day. Each prisoner was fined one dollar plus costs. Moss paid his fine while the others paid no stated amount.
A German citizen died of diabetes at age 38 years seven months in Raleigh That County. The deceased leaves a widow and five children and was native of Rhine Reyern. The body was shipped to Raleigh for funeral and burial in Zion Cemetery, with services held at Zion and interment at Raleigh.
Lebanon team participates in Crawfordville range contest as regimental tryouts sweep shooting from Indianapolis Crawfordayville Ke o Winchester Portland Sebason Lewcastie and Franklin. Officers include Captain Walter He Vaversan and First Lieutenant John W. Embaritt with rank and company details listed.
Mrs Emma Moat McRae resigns after twenty six years as English literature professor at Purdue University. She plans to move to Boston to live with her daughter.
Mary Spivey sells to Daniel Davis on Sugar Creek for 1138 dollars. Baile T Shirley as admin transfers 40 acres Sugar Creek to Mary A Rodman to C F and Mi not 2 0 P Lebanon for 1130 dollars. Harry Hurt and Brush McIntyre travel to Chicago to buy fast foods for Adler's Co-operative Store Company curtain and carpet department.
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