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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1923
Page
4
The French aerial ship Dixmude is presumed sunk after ten days missing in the Mediterranean. Commander in Chief Duplessis’s body was recovered near Sicily, and French Italian and British warships search for more victims while officials fear all fifty aboard perished.
The Young Methodist Boosters held a holiday party last evening in the church basement with games and contests. Dora Mae Murray won for most wind and Arthur Sargent won the bean contest. Refreshments were served to many boys and girls as the group promotes cheer and church work.
Revolutionary troops on the Jalisco front advanced today after a decisive twelve hour battle that routed Federal forces led by General Lizardo Cardenas and General Paulino Navarro in Vera Cruz Mexico.
Early morning affray at Odon left William Ner shot in the eff and four other men injured. Home to question residents regarding the incident as authorities seek details amid ongoing investigations.
Ralph Wheeler, a 15 year old Dugger student, died from a self inflicted gunshot in the Dugger ball park grandstand after borrowing a 22 rifle. Coroner J N Botts ruled accidental self inflicted wound. The event occurred during a lengthy search for the missing boy who had left home to hunt rabbits.
Walter Blackwood of Sandborn Indiana was injured on Christmas Eve while carrying a tricycle for his daughter. He fell down stairs and sustained a deep head wound requiring medical attention and several stitches.
President Coolidge acknowledged Clarke the imperial giant and former Klan wizard for offering to cooperate with federal authorities in clearing house in the Klan. The letter to Clarke was not made public and no comment was given on grave charges against the Klan.
A cautious note promises further topics to be announced. Saran's welcomes all as other churches extend invitations.
Eighteen people were injured, none seriously, as fire destroyed the W. J. Hughes & Co. lumber yard and plant in Louisville. About $410,000 in damage, with flames spreading to nearby houses and sheds. Firemen and civilians assisted responders. later officials said all employees were accounted for. The blaze remained active late at night but was under control.
A fire of unknown origin swept through Kokomo Indiana today destroying three-story buildings in the business district. Loss estimated at 500000 to 600000 dollars with aid from Logansport and Peru fire departments. Kokomo firefighter Mayo Baker suffered a broken leg while fighting the blaze.
Washington reported Woodrow Wilson's 67th birthday today with the president resting at his quiet home on S street and spending the day in reading and leisure.
Superior Wisconsin December 28 Edward J Sailstad and his sunshine girl Dorothy Anderson were sentenced to four years each for arson in a famous graveyard hoax. They pleaded guilty with Sailstad admitting he dug up a friend’s body and placed it in his own home before setting it on fire. The scheme led to his wife marrying him after the plan succeeded.
The local Reformed church joins a citywide inter church campaign with Sunday and Wednesday night services in January aimed at strengthening personal faith and the community. The pastor will speak next Sunday at 7 PM on If a Man Die Shall He Live Again, a question central to the soul.
In Indianapolis the state Republican meeting with State Chairman Clyde A. Wald debated not prejudicing Governor McCray’s Marion county criminal court case. Six of thirteen district chairmen joined in informal talks at the Hotel Severin during the event, with the rest to meet or confer with Wald.
Charles Easter perished after slate fell on the Stalcup mine near Worthington. Hart Shouse narrowly escaped the same fate as his cap was knocked off. Russell Stahl worked with Easter and Shouse but avoided the wreck. Easter’s widow was summoned as the death was confirmed at Freeman hospital. Funeral and burial are planned in Worthington tomorrow.
The Rev. J. T. Hobson, 73, long time United Brethren minister and former church official, died at his Odon home. Born in Jackson County, he taught 17 years, was ordained in 1880, served as presiding elder, earned a DD in 1893 and a Chicago Law degree in 1898. He authored Footprints of Abraham Lincoln (1909) and other writings. He married May Keithley in 1880. widow and one child survive. Funeral services planned Saturday with Bishop Fout presiding.
Governor Walton former state officials and four others were indicted by a district court grand jury. Walton John Whitehurst and three other officials face charges from his administration. Seven indictments against the former executive are already pending over irregularities in office conduct. Also named are Ed L Spears George M Cassidy Harry Barclay and A D Snodgrass.
Albany toll house and the Ed wardville station on the New Albany and Corydon pike were sold at auction by Floyd county officials. The county previously bought the pike and converted it into a free highway, ending tolls in Indiana.
Revival services at the Pilgrim Holiness Church begin next Thursday night January 3 led by Pastor Rev R A Fouts with assistant Rev Jack Donovan of Chicago He was once described as a down and outer but now shares in the revival effort.
A former stage actor and prizefighter turned gospel preacher will headline a major Sunday service and share his life story. He has traveled nationwide and is known for engaging sermons. The Linton church invites the public to nightly services all week, including Saturday, as part of the interchurch campaign.
Washington Dec 28 Chicago and St Louis emerged as leading contenders for the Democratic national convention next month with both cities reportedly promising strong backing. Other candidates were said to be pursuing bids but lacked the same financial backing as the two midwestern cities.
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