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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1925
Page
3
Chicago august 1 a baseball team in which all players are members of one family begins with John Swearingen and his eight sons, all residents near Excelsior Springs Missouri. The family, avid fans and players on local teams, formed a team to play together while leaving other teams free for regular games.
The Apostolic Mission church trustees received the deed to the property at the corner of A and Third streets northeast. The mortgage of 1118.03 held by Dr FE V Bull has been paid off. Mack Coen remains receiver for the property until the first of next month, with hopes the indebtedness will be cleared.
Chicago August 1 Prohibition agents hear of a reorganization plan from Lincoln Co Andrews assistant secretary of the treasury promising retention and promotion for merit, with Oct 15 as the potential sunset for unclassified workers. The message outlines district administrators selecting personnel and future tenure based on performance.
Lawrence Frazier, 15, son of Mr and Mrs Albert Frazier of Staunton, has been missing from his home since July 21. He left July 21 wearing a blue shirt overalls light cap and brown tennis shoes. He stands about five feet tall and weighs around 120 pounds. Authorities seek any word on his whereabouts.
Washington Aug 1 The Shipping Board may sell 200 vessels to Henry Ford for scrap under its discretionary powers. Attorney General Sargent ruled the sale valid, citing the merchant marine act and board rules. Experts advised that 521 of 1850 ships were unnecessary for defense or commerce.
Final valuation by the Interstate Commerce Commission lists the Chicago Terre Haute Southeastern railway at 20,150,000 as of June 30, 1916. The line from Chicago to Seymour Indiana became a branch of the Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul. It was originally built by John RR Walsh who later died after serving time for irregularities in financing it.
Atlantic City August 1 Senator Moses chairman of the joint senate postal committee predicted a reduction in postal rates at the next session of congress. He spoke here today amid discussion of telegraph and mailing reforms.
The Elnora Packing Company started this season's pack of tomatoes on Wednesday, with yields about two weeks earlier than usual, signaling an early harvest for the operation.
Miss Grace Slinkard, who underwent an operation for appendicitis earlier this week, was well enough to be discharged to her home today.
A compact want ad urges readers to sell items through a citizen friendly marketplace. The notice emphasizes easy listings and broad reach for quick trades and private sales.
United Press Dispatch Indianapolis Aug 1 The battle over private bus lines between Linton and Bedford reopened before the state public service commission. J B Smallwood seeks a rehearing of J W Bilger’s petition for a line certificate. he says his earlier petition was filed before Bilger’s. Smallwood asserts Bilger operated without a certificate while his own petition was pending. Witnesses testified no other bus line served the two cities and the commission has not set a date on Smallwood’s complaint. Illinois Central Railroad is involved in the dispute.
Booneville Ind August 1 More than twenty prominent citizens face arrest for violating the Wright dry law. A dozen boys confess acting as go betweens in liquor operations led by Clarence Hunt a wealthy farmer arrested yesterday. Prosecutor Martin says arrests of business and professional men will follow and create a Southwestern Indiana sensation.
Preparations completed for the annual encampment of the Uniform Knights of Pythias of Indiana and Illinois. About two thousand uniform members and hundreds of other members expected. Brigadier General William Gray of Covington will command. Dor e Erwin of Decatur and Senator Watson among speakers for Monday.
United Press dispatch from Indianapolis reports hog receipts 7,500 with prices 50 to 50.5 cents lower. Best heavies 13.25 to 13.75, medium to mixed 13.75 to 14.00, common to choice 14.25 to 14.85. Cattle receipts 350, market slow. Sheep receipts 600, market steady top 6.50. Lambs top 15. Calves receipts 600, market 50 cents lower top 12.50, bulk 12.00 to 12.50.
In Greencastle Indiana a mother, 28, Mrs Leonard Greenlee, and her 3 year old daughter Alberta were fatally burned while attempting to start a fire with kerosene. A double funeral was planned for today.
Evansville Indiana August 1 Joseph Kempf 81 joined other boys for a hunting trip. He had secured a squirrel season license the day before and said his aim is as good as the rest of them.
Brief program list shows acts across cities including Buffalo Schenectady Cleveland and New York. The Nite Caps perform at 12 midnight while the Municipal Opera presents Aida. WNYG in New York broadcasts eight fifteen p m. and WNYG, WRC, and KSD stations feature varied concerts tonight.
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