A Fourth of July Santa Claus
Tommy, a busy child from the Adjuster family, befriends Mr Miller the neighbor and discovers that the man who provides a balloon and gifts on the Fourth of July is Santa Claus in disguise. Later, on Christmas Eve, Mr Miller again reveals himself as Santa, delivering a Christmas tree and joy to the Allister family.
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Tommy
Indy
Haskins
Mr. Miller
Daddy
Mother Allister
Miller
Mr. Allister
Allister
Santa Claus
Christmas Message Emphasizes Advent and Salvation
The Presbyterian Banner states Christmas marks God becoming human in Jesus to save people from sin. It highlights the divine love expressed through the birth at Bethlehem and the sacrificial death on Calvary as the path to salvation for all who believe.
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God
Earth
Jesus
Calvary
Bethlehem
Eddie's Brother First in Family to Get Soft Position
Indianapolis December 18 The Indiana School for Feeble Minded trustees accepted the resignation of Dr. Byron G Biggs and named James G Jackson brother of governor elect Ed Jackson as superintendent The appointment caused a stir in state administration circles Governor E F Branch did not comment Jackson said he believed the trustees offered the post to his brother
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Indianapolis
Indiana School For Feeble Minded
Fort Wayne
Byron G. Biggs
James G. Jackson
Ed Jackson
E. F. Branch
Jackson
Grave marker to replace glass jar at Greshem grave
Evansville Indiana December 18 grave of James Bethel Greshem one of the first Americans to fall after US entry into World War I will be marked with a government marker the glass fruit jar marker sent to his mother Mrs Alice Greshem Dodd. Local patriotic organizations expect to join a service at the marker unveiling.
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Evansville
Ind
James Bethel Greshem
United States
Greshem
Alice Greshem Dodd
Telegraph Wires Down Between Linton and Indianapolis
Wires between Linton and Indianapolis were down for about an hour this afternoon likely due to a passing storm. Forecasters indicate a cold wave promised earlier may arrive before morning, after a detour near Chicago yesterday.
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Linton
Indianapolis
Worning
Chicago
Grandmothers Spar for Exercise at Atlanta Boxing Benefit
Miss Josephine Davidson aged 77 and Mrs. Ann Peabody aged 80, residents of the old ladies home in Atlanta, have begun sparring to stay in good trim. Their interest grew after a boxing match was announced to benefit the home.
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Atlanta
Josephine Davidson
Ann Peabody
Old Ladies’ Home
Langley Forfeits Bond in Police Court
Representative John W. Langley of Kentucky forfeited a $10 collateral in police court on intoxication charges after being arrested in the House of Detention, which he mistook for his hotel. He left for Kentucky today.
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Washington
John W. Langley
Kentucky
Langley
Tiny Texas baby dies after thirteen days of life
Herman Lee, the state's smallest baby, died in Houston after fighting for life for thirteen days. He weighed only two pounds at birth.
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Houston
Texas
Herman Lee
Perhaps Little Stars Knew About Christmas
Stars shone over a simple farmhouse as snow covered the ground. The tale notes Christmas happiness and Christmastide celebrated in a modest home, contrasting with grand residences and praising the festive mood.
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Mary Graham Bonner
Western Newspaper Union
Compass Shift Prompted by Magnetic Pole Drift
The United States Geological Survey notes that two compasses should be adjusted by one degree every twenty years. This change aligns the needle with the shifting magnetic pole, since it diverges from the geographic North Pole.
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United States
Geological Survey
Record Hailstones Reported in 19th Century Storms
The article notes hailstones of extraordinary size with reports of stones over a pound and fist sized. It cites a Natal hailstorm on April 17, 1874 where stones weighed 1.5 pounds and 14 inch circumference hail in New South Wales in February 1847.
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Natal
New South Wales
Scientist Links Climate Shifts to Slow Orbital Wave
A renowned scientist asserts the earth experiences a 3800 year cycle where a planetary wave subtly shifts the axis and poles, driving long term climatic changes. This slow movement influences global climate patterns over deep time.
Indiana Public Utility association annual meeting
The fifth annual meeting of the Indiana Public Utility association on January 22 in Indianapolis will bring executives from gas electric traction telephone and water utilities together. The Indiana Sanitary and Water Supply association will hold a joint noon and afternoon session followed by a large evening banquet.
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Indianapolis
Indiana Public Utility Association
Charles L. Henry
Indiana Sanitary and Water Supply Association
Chicago turkey prices dip for holiday season
Chicago traders report turkeys for Christmas and New Year should cost about 45 cents per pound, with large shipments of wheat fed birds arriving daily from the northwest. Geese may run 28 cents per pound and ducks about 23 cents.
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Chicago
Northwest
Farmer Dies in Train Collision Near Vincennes
Carl Wanning a 47 year old farmer living five miles east of Vincennes Indiana was instantly killed when the automobile he rode in was struck by an eastbound CG and FE I train at the Main street crossing yesterday.
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Vincennes
Ind
Carl Wanning
Here
Help Wanted Maid Ad Promises Comforts in Chicago
A Chicago newspaper help wanted ad offers a maid position with high wages dresses provided a comfortable room with a piano and use of an automobile. The listing highlights ample perks to attract applicants.
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Chicago
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