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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1927
Page
2
A fragmented OCR passage lists subscription rates for an Indiana newspaper, with in advance payment, carrier delivery, and mail options. Advertising rates include per inch charges and notices for obituaries and social announcements. The text then shifts to commentary about William Hickman and Welby Hunt and advice about breaking bad habits in 1928 with a closing tip from "Old Timer."
A short, cynical note argues that lynchings dropped to 21 this year from 84, blaming racial tension and criminality. It mocks criminologists who claim Edward Ickman’s facial features prove criminal tendencies, noting readers’ skepticism and familiarity with such expert claims.
A judge and jury yesterday declared Geo Remus a psychopath and dangerous to the public. Remus dismissed the verdict as humorous, insisting he is a normal-minded man despite recent efforts to prove otherwise.
A Worthington residence was robbed of nearly $5,000 in rugs while the family vacationed in Europe. The family vows to vault rugs and diamonds before any future trips, noting Greene County homes often carry high values and standard of living.
Dec 84 1917 military strength figures list Germany 5,000,000 Austria 2,750,000 Bulgaria 600,000 England 8,000,000 with notes on reserves and air naval growth. Fuel shortages in New York cause fatalities in extreme cold. Jason Robards stars in Vaudeville at the Grand tonight.
Sanborn Indiana hosts a three day independent tournament with opening games led by Dugger Lyons Pleasantville and Sandborn Independents. Semifinals set for today with Edwardsport vs Lyons at 2 pm and Frichton vs Pleasantville at 8 pm. Final to follow tonight.
Frank Bailey, a Democratic gubernatorial hopeful, accepts invitation to address the annual Jackson Day banquet in Vincennes on January 11. The news comes from Dec. 8 reports confirming his planned appearance.
Two Indiana editors honored on The Nation 1927 honor roll for journalistic courage in corruption inquiry. Thomas H. Adams of Vincennes Commercial and Boyd Gutley of the Indianapolis Times recognized for exposing Stephensons charges and Jackson indictment.
Miss Myrtle Simons, daughter of Mr and Mrs Lawrence Simons, died at the family home southwest of the city last night about 6 44 aged eighteen years one month two days after a three week illness. She is survived by her parents five brothers and three sisters Willis Simons of Tennessee Mrs Mary Burchell of Knoxville Tenn Mrs Zora Greenwood and Lorene Arthur Robert Jessie and William at home Funeral services will be held Monday afternoon at 2 o clock at the residence with the Rev Tuttle officiating Burial in Fairview cemetery.
Judge Orio R. Deahl of St. Joseph Superior Court ruled that the 1921 legislature authorized no power for the state tax board to review or revise civil city tax levies. The decision, questioned by the Attorney General who will appeal, affects every city in Indiana and stems from a clash with South Bend residents over city tax rates.
Local want ad notices list services from a new Boston Store location for home repairs by Mrs. Clara Coffman and a chiropractor Dr Haldon Beasley with hours on East Vincennes street. Coal haulers Roy Hunt and Russell Coal Co advertise delivery options, while a black mule is reported found. Lost twenty dollars between Friday and Saturday. two furnished rooms wanted. oak chiff chittie cleaner and Florence heater offered for sale.
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