Periodical visit of seventeen year locusts hits nine states
United Press dispatch from Washington reports the 17 year cicada emerging from hibernation in nine states with heavy infestation in North Carolina Virginia Maryland Pennsylvania New Jersey parts of New York Indiana and Ohio. Entomologist Dr A L Quaintance notes trees and fruit trees suffer damage especially young limbs while the insects emerge in large numbers and will be gone by the first week of July.
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United Press Dispatch
Washington
A. Lb. Quaintance
Thegriculture Department
United Press
North Carolina
Virginia
Maryland
Pennsylvania
New Jersey
New York
Indiana
Ohio
Quaintance
Basal Abdomen Segment Produces Industrial Roar Like Music
The description notes the basal segment of the abdomen emits a sound described as music, a powerful, machine like roar reminiscent of factory equipment, creating an unusual auditory impression in the observed organism.
Hog market closes strong at Indianapolis exchange
Indianapolis markets report a strong hog close at the Indianapolis livestock exchange with bulk 170-300 lb hogs at 10.50 and top price 10.60. Receipts total 8,500 including 447 holduvers. Cattle market steady to lower with beef steers 12.50 to 14.50, calves 7 to 13.50, heifers cleared at 12.50 to 13.50, and sheep market lower.
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Indianapolis
Indianapolis Livestock Exchange
Vincennes Sun records 116 years of family subscriptions
The Vincennes Sun has been continuously subscribed to by the family of W. T. Kyle since 1812, a 116 year run believed longest in the middle west. Kyle traces the line from his grandfather James Kyle who arrived in Knox County in 1811 and began subscribing to The Western Sun, later a daily, noting the paper’s early days resembled a Sunday-school sheet. The Sun, established in 1804, is the oldest west of the Alleghenies. A Citizen Want Ad adds a sales note.
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Vincennes
Ind
Sun
Kyle
Allegheny Mountains
Middlewest
United States
Terre Haute Attorney Named For Judgeship
Terre Haute attorney Lynus A. Evans was appointed by Governor Ed Jackson to fill the unexpired term of the late Judge W. T. Gleason in Vigo county superior court room 2. The four year term expires July 7. Governor Jackson also reappointed John C. Klingler of Brazil as Democratic trustee of the Indiana state farm board.
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Indianapolis
Lynus A. Evans
Terre Haute
Ed Jackson
W.T. Gleason
Vigo County Superior Court
Jackson
John C. Klingler
Brazil
Indiana State Farm
Nominees in Conference at National Capital
The page reports Hoover's secretary George E. Akerson and describes Curtis being driven to the home of his brother in law and sister Edward and Mrs Gann. Curtis has resided with the Ganns on Macomb Street since Mrs Curtis died.
Hoover Curtis discuss campaign plans in Washington
Last year they will stay in Washington as Hoover and Curtis plan a noon lunch at Hoover's home. Curtis will tour the country soon, focusing on farming west. Hoover Good and a 26 member Republican committee will meet Thursday to set preconvention plans and elect officers. Hoover will remain Secretary of Commerce for a time.
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Washington
Hoover
Curtis
James W. Good
Kansas City
Longest Concrete Bridge Opens in Ponehurtroti Louisiana
The new Ponehurtroti betidae in Louisiana claims the longest continuous reinforced concrete bridge. It spans over miles across water with ten miles of approaches. Total length is approximately Pt oflas.
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Louisiana
Building & Loan Pass Books Left for July 1 Dividends
Notice from Home Loan Savings Association requesting holders to leave pass books at the association office for crediting of July 1 dividends.
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Building & Loan
Association For Crediting
Home Loan Savings Association
Slickers Swindle North Indiana Resorts With Punchboard
A con game described as a variation of fast check targets pool rooms and lake resorts in northern Indiana. A salesman sells a punchboard with a $20 prize to dealers and a partner then plays the board defrauding proprietors after spending a small amount. Authorities say the operation exposes dealers to legal risk.
Ladoga Honors War Dead With New Public Fountain
Correll's Monumental shop of Odon built the fountain placed in Ladoga's public square. The memorial statue rises several feet and is topped by a globe light honoring the community's world war dead.
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Ladoga
Correll
Shop of
Odon
City Hospital Report on Mrs Gilda Horn Operation
Mrs Gilda Horn of Switz City underwent an operation this morning at City Hospital. She is reported in satisfactory condition and under postoperative care.
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Gilda Horn
Switz City
Amelia Earhart Lands At Woolston After Foggy Flight
Amelia Earhart arrives at Woolston hotel radiant after a demanding flight through fog and rain. She credits two male colleagues, notes a fuel shortage and confirms she was a passenger, not pilot, during the entire trip. Conditions forced instrument flying. she avoided controls to protect everyone.
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Miss Earhart
United Press
California Gold Coins Named Octagonal Dollar
In the California era the octagonal gold piece, valued at 40 dollars, defined a standard of value. For years octagonal one dollar pieces were minted for western circulation, reflecting the era’s coinage practices and the shape of the currency.
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California
West
Modern Upkeep and the Odd Tools of Daily Life
A compact note describes common items like fountain pens patent gadgets and automobile tanks, noting that when well used these tools cause less trouble but careless use can still create issues. The piece captures a Philadelphia newspaper voice on everyday maintenance and practical humor.
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Philadelphia Tautrer
Advantage of Reputation in Clever Remarks
The passage questions how far clever remarks carry weight when spoken by someone lacking a reputation for cleverness. It suggests that reputation enhances perceived wit and influence, while a lack of it may diminish impact regardless of the remark's intrinsic quality.
Man's Action Examined by Thoughtfulness of Mind
A compact quotation highlights that the quality of man's actions rests on the vigor and soundness of all accompanying thoughts. The idea emphasizes inner discipline guiding outward deeds and moral behavior.
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Filenry Ward Beecher
No He’s a Myth Thetian Savior in a Wizard Style
A Hastings Tribune quirked feature notes a mythic Thetian figure who saves money today not by using ordinary means but through wizardlike prowess, framing a playful contrast between myth and modern budgeting.
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Thetian
Hastings Tribune
Blind Brule pastor preaches to President Coolidge
Reverend John Taylor of the Brule Wisconsin Congregational church will preach to President Coolidge and family during their Cedar Island vacation. The minister writes his sermons from a Braille Bible for the disabled service.
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John Taylor
Little Congregational Church
Brule
Wis
President Coolidge
Cedar Island
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