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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1925
Page
2
John Ingleman, a familiar Linton figure, announces as a Democratic candidate for councilman from the First Ward. He is described as well known with many friends and as worthy and well qualified for the office.
Isaac Bunch and Oscar Haseman announce candidacies for Mayor of Linton subject to Republican and Democratic voters at the May primaries on May 1 and May 5. Enoch Murphy and Earl V. Bull also declare their intentions to run pending party primary outcomes in Linton.
Herbert Priest announces candidacy for Clerk of the City of Linton subject to Republican voters at the May primary. Francis Haseman and Charles I. Fuller pledge to seek the Democratic nomination at the May 5 primary, 1926.
Mary Plew Darnell announces she will be treasurer of Linton, subject to Republican voters will at the May primary. Lesta Wright Castineau declares herself treasurer of Tainton, under Democratic voters will at the May primary. Lola Hollowell also states intent to serve as treasurer in her city, subject to May primary voters.
A list of candidates for Councilman-at-Large in Linton is announced. Luther Sulerson, H W Robertson, E A Powell, Halden Beasley, and John R Shields are identified as contesting seats, all subject to the voters of their respective parties in the May primary.
Candidates declare party affiliation and intent for the May primary. George Ingalls seeks Third Ward council seat as a Democrat, Grover A. Van Meter aims for First Ward as a Democrat, and John Ingleman states JT will run under the Republican banner in May.
President Coolidge was notably loquacious at the cabinet gathering saying No. Senator Willis of Ohio enters the 1928 presidential race but is not accused of wasting time. Attorney General Sargent appears fearless, yet the piece notes his outing suit photo. Taxpayers lack Congress wealth boosts.
Despite vast wealth, Secretary Mellon is content with life and routine work, a drawback many would endure for the comfort it provides.
Dorothy Ellingson is described as a bad little girl who needs training and would prefer prison over being believed to be insane. The remarks suggest she ought to be accommodated rather than confined to illness.
A statement by reformers claims human nature inclines to sin and urges enactment of laws to counter vice. The brief outlines a moral legislative program aiming to regulate behavior and promote public virtue through new statutes.
The piece condemns D. C. Stevenson, once described as the klan’s grand old man, arguing that if half the charges are true he is a profoundly depraved individual and unbecoming of any respectable group. It notes klansmen might be deceived by him and calls for decency and honor.
Dr Earl V Bull consents to run for mayor in Linton on the Republican ticket. Described as fearless, honest, and charitable, he stands out as a plainspoken leader with wide backing from friends and the poor alike. The primary will reveal his party's choice.
A social roundup from Nine Mile News lists visits and travels including Rex Hoffeditz to Bloomfield, Reid Lucas and family from Sullivan, Clint Bohley and others, plus Sunday gatherings for Hazel Hirth, Gerritt Smith with Ermel Cooksey, and neighbors like Fred Kramer and Bertha Breck. Other items note Harry Greene's return to Terre Haute business college, Fay Smith's family visit, Shonk family trips to Freedom, and O L Riley’s surprise dinner near Dugger. New Ford purchase by Millard Green is mentioned along with moves involving Dora Hirth and the Linton group.
The Burris chapel third quarterly meeting occurred at Rev. B. E. Stevens home with many attendees. Visitors from Fairview included Mr. and Mrs. Phillipps Rev. Jim Sprott and Miss McCartney. Licenses to preach were issued to Edwin Goodman of Burris chapel and Miss McCartney of Fairview. Mrs. Anna Isenogle and daughter Susie of Lyons spent Monday with Mrs. Flem Goodman. Dinner guests Thursday included Mr. and Mrs. Phillippi and Rev. Jim Sprott.
Radio listings note 1925 program lineup across networks. WJZ presents New York Liederkranz concert at 8:30 p m eastern time. WEAF in New York features Vincent Topez orchestra at 11 p m eastern. WRC in Washington hosts Crandall's Saturday Nighters at 10:30 p m astern time. WLS in Chicago airs staff review from 7:20 to 11:15 p m central. WSAY Cincinnati repeats midnight entertainers at 12 p m central.
Special street and alley intersection tax now due at the City Treasurer office in City Hall. All real estate in the city is taxable. Rate is $2.50 on the $100 of the assessed value of lots only. Lola Hollowell City Treasurer. 3-28-1m9.
Rainbow Garden hosts a square dance this evening with public invitation. Local dancers and community members are encouraged to attend for an evening of square dancing and social fun at the venue.
Mr and Mrs Rex Spear and daughter spent Sunday with his parents Mr and Mrs William Spear at Carlisle. Mr and Mrs Albert Price and family of Little Giant visited Mr and Mrs Jess Price and family. Mr and Mrs Earl Wolford and children Clarence and Annis of Linton visited Lou Fainot and family. Mrs Elsie Marquart is ill with pneumonia. Rev and Mrs B K Stevens hosted visitors Wednesday afternoon including Rev and Mrs Fouts of Odon Rev and Mrs Walls of Coal City and Rev Lutes conference superintendent of French Lick. Jake Wolf and family of near Linton spent the weekend with Mr and Mrs Mike Goodman and family. Mr and Mrs Francis Moody of
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