Labor Federation backs fierce nonpartisan congressional campaign
The American Federation of Labor executive council approved a strenuous nonpartisan effort for next year's congressional elections. State federations and local unions will organize primaries and general campaigns across the United States. Reports from districts were enthusiastic about expected victories ahead of the Atlantic City convention on October 5. The council plans to support candidates true to the people and to labor after the convention.
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American Federation of Labor
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Executive Council
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Brown Family Reunion Featured Pleasant Sunday Gathering
A large Brown family turnout gathered Sunday August 2 at Mr and Mrs Charles A Brown home for a warm reunion with a plentiful lawn dinner at noon Guests included Mrs Ora Smith and daughter Esta and son James from Bloomington Mr and Mrs Tommie Hame and baby Doris Spencer Mr and Mrs Pressis Medaris and baby Betty Spencer Mr and Mrs Harrison Sims south of Linton Mr and Mrs Henry Holley and son Clovis Mr and Mrs John Madaris and family Mr and Mrs Frank Brown and family of Linton.
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Spencer
Harrison
Hoosier death toll reaches six in weekend crash list
Indiana reported six dead and fourteen injured in weekend auto accidents. Five of the injured were listed in serious condition. United Press Dispatch reports from Indianapolis on August 3.
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Indianapolis
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Indiana Today
Ames Whitley Dies In Muncie At Age Of Philanthropy
Ames Whitley retired manufacturer and philanthropist died suddenly in Muncie Indiana today. Whitley was known for his long service to civic causes and charitable foundations.
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Ames Whitley
Indianapolis dry crusade nets 38 prosecutions
Uniticd Press Dispatch reports on August 3 that Indianapolis police secured 38 prosecutions under the Wright bene dry prohibition law following a weekend dry crusade.
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Indianapolis
Bishop jailed for contempt after cathedral occupancy
Bishop Phillipovsky, who recently gained occupancy of the Russian Cathedral and residence in New York by court order, was arrested and sentenced to thirty days in jail for contempt of court.
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Phillipovsky
New York
Powder on coat lands husband in court room
In Chicago on August 3 Morris Porges faced domestic relations court over suspected infidelity after a powder imprint on his shoulder and a blonde hair on the coat. Judge Jonas urged the husband to keep more reasonable hours and brush clothes more thoroughly.
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Mothers Save Mexican From Execution in Texas
In Austin on August 3 Governor Miriam A Ferguson initially refused to commute Arrulfo Valles sentence for the killing of Enrique Rivera. By 8 p.m. a plea from his mother and a letter from the condemned man led Ferguson to grant a life term instead of execution, with Valles beginning a life sentence Saturday. The Mexican mother, 21, influenced the reversal.
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Arrulfo Valles
Miriam A.ferguson
Valle
Valles
Enrique Rivera
Paso
Verguson
Bank Knights encampment draws visitors to Martinsville event
Martinsville Indiana hosts the Uniform Bank Knights of Pythias encampment as Governor Jackson speaks after noon. Delegations from Indiana and Illinois attend the annual gathering marking a day of ceremonies and community pride.
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Indiana
Ilinois
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Atlas Oil Company Seeks Salesman in State Agencies
Sales division of Atlas Oil Company seeks qualified salesman to market lubrication drums to farmers threshers truckers and industrial concerns with 30 day terms. Must own car and be within age 55 to 80. Unemployment checked by personal interview. Executive offices Cleveland Ohio.
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Atlas Oil Company
Cleveland
Marry Me Prompts Grand Date Charm
A playful note in the Grand invites admirers with the phrase Marry Me as a lighthearted appeal. The snippet suggests a social or romantic gambit, reflecting courting customs reflected in the era. Local readers may recognize the storefront or venue context and the humorous tone.
Chiropractor Offers Patho-Neurometer Demonstrations
An advertisement invites readers to consult a practitioner who promises to reveal benefits of a healing method. A free Patho-Neurometer service locates trouble anywhere in the body. The chiropractor has ten years of experience and offers 24/7 phone access.
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