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Newspaper
Linton Daily Citizen
Location
Linton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1940
Page
1
The town of Linton gears up for a big Fourth of July with a parade and elaborate floats promised. Clarence Kramb’s strawberry shortcake critique is fading as modern versions prevail. They discuss population center shifts toward Illinois and promise future local markers and a bulletin board note about work tomorrow.
Philadelphia June 25. Sen Robert A Taft rose to favored status at the Republican national convention as Dewey supporters weaken and Willkie opposition grows Yet the nomination race remains unsettled with Dewey likely first on the ballot Taft second and Willkie third The convention's opening moves included Joseph W Martin Jr taking the chair Hoover delivering a potential decisive speech Meanwhile a Pepper led subcommittee drafted a platform favoring peace and preparedness and criticizing New Deal policies for foreign and domestic issues
The first inspection of yards and gardens for the Yard and Garden contest sponsored by the Civic Garden club was held in Linton and nearby areas. Fifty nine entries were reported, with committees led by Arthur Grass and Mrs. David Shields for gardens and Lew Warner and others for attractive yards. No vegetable gardens entered yet. Those interested could call Mrs. Earl T. Aikin to enter for inspection. The tour was the initial inspection with another to follow before final awards.
Linton police seek a black 1981 Ford coupe owned by Otto Trip Abrell of First and D streets Northwest. The car was parked in front of the Abrell home and disappeared before midnight Monday, bearing license plates 218-006.
A daughter was born by Caesarean section this afternoon to Mrs. Charles Blaker of Bloomfield route 3. Their condition is good. John Parkes of Owensburg was admitted for treatment and minor surgery Monday evening. Mrs. Ernest Newmeyer of Worthington rural route underwent a major operation Monday night. A son named Albert Joe was born Monday evening to Mrs. Alberta Reed of Linton route 2. Mrs. Harry W. Green underwent a major operation this afternoon. Miss Inez Bedwell was dismissed this morning. Mrs. Melvin Tate was taken home to Louisville KY this morning, Lester Terrell was taken home to Switz City this afternoon.
President Roosevelt signed a $1.05 billion-a-year tax bill to finance the defense program. It lowers standard exemptions for married and single filers, raises the debt limit by 4 billion dollars, and increases surtax and corporate taxes. Congress finished action after removing wartime levy provisions and an excess profits tax.
Echoes of Germany's victory stirred fears in Uruguay and Argentina as both nations tightened Nazi activity precautions. Foreign ministers of the Americas prepared for a Havana meeting urged by President Roosevelt to discuss war effects on the hemisphere. In Montevideo a congressional probe into German minority activity awaited judicial action, while Sen. Alfredo Palacios in Buenos Aires vowed to push senate documents alleging rising German agent activity.
Films showing events from the Indiana State Fair will be presented at 8:00 p.m. Thursday in the Linton Stockton high school building. Each 4-H club will contribute a portion of the program. Ted Ogle, township 4-H leader, invites the public and especially parents to attend.
Riley Yearin, 75, of Bloomfield, is freed as the Greene circuit court did not return a true bill on voluntary manslaughter charges. He had been jailed since June 15 after the death of Charles Clark, 57, following an argument. The grand jury also inspected the county jail, courthouse, and poor asylum during its four day session.
John Parkes a 14 year old resident of Owensburg is hospitalized with deep knife wounds to his right arm after an incident Monday night. He refused to identify his assailant, suggesting possible shielding of a local person in a small town. He underwent minor surgery and is recovering satisfactorily.
Government attorneys debated dropping charges against five defendants in an alleged plot to steal national guard arms and overthrow the government. Nine acquitted. five remaining jurors deadlocked after a long deliberation led by forewoman Mrs Helen Titus.
Travelers arriving in Istanbul say Italy concentrated troops on the Jugoslav frontier and evacuated villages on its side. Black Sea shipping sources claim Russia is moving forces from the Caucasus to Bessarabian frontiers with German aid.
Diplomatic sources in Bucharest denied rumors of a clash between Russian and Rumanian forces or a Russian invasion of Bessarabia. The report states that nothing was known of such rumors circulating abroad.
Greene County’s total assessed valuation rises to 16,404,340, a gain of 119,725 from last year, per county assessor Joe M. Goodman after reviewing township and assessor figures. Five townships post losses totaling 58,623 while several towns such as Linton gain significant totals. the detailed breakdown lists personal, real estate, and improvements for each township with gains or losses.
Linton City firemen responded at 7 15 this morning to the Red Men’s hall on First street northeast where a pile of coal ignited. Firefighters kept the flames from spreading and no damage resulted.
France declares cease fire after 296 days of war and plans a national mourning mass led by President Lebrun. London reports German air raids and civilian casualties as Churchill questions fleet surrender terms. Berlin touts victory and signals later invasion plans.
Members of the Linton Stockton high school band will rehearse at 6 30 p m Wednesday evening in the local high school building all members urged to attend.
June 25 Wo men s Foreign Missionary society will meet at 1 45 o'clock Wednesday afternoon at the home of Mrs Elmer Wyatt here All members have been requested to attend.
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