Mudy clash as county church inquiry follows death of politician
In Oklahoma on May 2 associates clash with a Presbyterian congregation over the death of politician Hike Hamon. A court of inquiry was ordered to identify abductors and the Rev. Thomas Irwin was slain. Subpoenas issued for thirty individuals while church leaders face possible charges. The Oklahoma synod death service and funeral featured remarks by a star and a baptism in a bathing pool ceremony.
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Associated Press
Yi, Okla
Ton Presbyterian Church
Jstor
Thomas Irwin
Selureh
Irwin
Oklahoma Synod
Governor’s Trial Delayed to Permit Afternoon Session
May 2 report states adjournment allows the governor to spend the afternoon. The trial is set to continue tomorrow with expected completion, as a thousand dollars reportedly involved in the case. Supporters and observers note the pace of proceedings and anticipated resolutions.
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Associated Press
Iseuan
Gover
Wil
Hoy
Death unsolved mystery shocks Vermillion County parish
In May a body was found in the basement of a parsonage of a church in Vermillion county. Authorities admit the case remains baffling as investigators pursue a murder trial against a suspect. Property deals in the region are noted including a purchase in South Lafayette by Miccary and associates.
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Associated Press
Hoopston
Ytorian Church
Wisaf Vermillion County
Mayors Annual Appointments At City Council Session
City council approved the mayor’s yearly slate with minor changes to library and health boards. Appointments include Water Superintendent A. J. Wright and Library Board member Eleanor Roark, plus Health Board and other officials. Petitions and paving matters were discussed with several refusals and referrals.
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Library and Health Boards
A. J. Wright
Water Works
B. B. Newell
Library Board
Eleanor Roark
Edith Worrell
Wm. R. Harris
Board of Education
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Will of Geo W Yeast Filed for Probate
The will of the late Geo W Yeast of Good Hope is filed for probate. It provides a life interest for Dora L Yeast in a widow’s quarter section, with remainder to son Geo W Yeast Jr at age 25 or upon death. Executors Dora I Yeast and L B Yeast are named. probate made June 11 with witnesses Dr W W Truston and J B Lowe.
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L. B. Yeast
Ray Butterfield
Macomb Pub. Co
Sidewalks
Stairwall, Jr
Cephas Holmes
J. W. Thrasher
W. R. Purdum
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TB. Yoast
Chas
Stiarwall
Dramas
Treustees
W. W. Truston
J. B. Lowe
Good Tope
Weather transmission network ties cities to bank forecast
A description of a wireless weather service shared by Union National Bank. Morning reports come from Davenport, afternoon from Peoria, with Chicago to open more stations. Pittsburgh and Denver host strong transmitters, sending messages that reach the local area clearly.
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Union National Bank
Davenport
Peoria
Chicago
Union National Instrument
Pittsburgh
Denver
New Awning Installed at Sexton Cafeteria
A new awning was installed Monday at the Sexton cafeteria located on the southwest corner of the square.
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Sexton
Adequate Water Supply Urged For Macomb
A letter to the editor argues for a robust water system in Macomb to withstand drought or fire. It warns that future water taxes rise but stresses a large reservoir protects property and adds value for all residents. Also notes unusual tulip bulbs grown by Everett Rexroat and a Macomb Lode meeting schedule for John T. Collins funeral.
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Macomb
Bettes
Addi
Maeh L. Gadd’s
American Steel Products Co
Everett Rexroat
McArthur Street
Ile
Mr. Rexroat
Spee Ph
Macomb Lode
A. M
John T. Collins
Old Leeree
WR. Twarris
W. M
Country Club Greens In Fine Shape
The greens at the country club are in excellent shape and have been mowed. A number of golfers took advantage of Sunday’s good weather to spend part of the day on the course.
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Country Club
Indictments Not Yet Seen In Greek Return Case
Rushville reports that no indictments have been issued as yet regarding the planned return of three Greek workers from Morgan County Jail. A land jury probing the Friday night murder heard that three deserted handcars were found near Frederick, suggesting premeditated attack on the section gang. The jury recalled witnesses and may summon more as the probe continues with tensions lingering in the county.
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Associated Press
Rushville
Paul Mowmning
Schuyey County
Edward Lashbrook
Browning
Fredericlk
Reddmaster Stewart
Kuirlington
Section
Bayard Lashbrook
Morgan County
Jackopville
Beardstown
Debaters Clash Over Sectarian State Fund Use
In Springfield on May 2 delegates heatedly debated allocation of state funds to sectarian institutions. An amendment proposed by Delegate Rimikies of Cartnville would redirect funds to operate children’s homes and dependent youth as state institutions are built and regulated.
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Associated Prone
Springfeld
Rimikies
Cartnville
Ould
Fast
Colece
Enrne
Monmouth School Official Resigns Over Budget System
Monmouth May 1 Superintendent of Schools L L Caldwell resigns and will move to Hammond Indiana. Principal Phillips of the high school also resigns following discord over salary reductions and the new budget system.
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Monmouth
L. L. Caldwell
Hammond
Ind
Phillips
Macomb Sewar Pipe Company Adopts Daylight Saving
The Macomb sewer pipe company began daylight saving observance Monday morning with employees shifting to work an hour earlier and leaving an hour later each day. They are the only offices in the city known to have advanced their clocks.
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