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Newspaper
Monticello Herald
Location
Monticello, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1920
Page
6
Citizens from Union Township oppose preservation of current routes while praising shared progress. Officials note cross-town ties blur municipal lines as Monticello residents emphasize mutual growth and improved streets beyond city borders.
A speaker urges timely completion of a renamed road project, arguing residents will rejoice and feel pride once the new road is built. The message emphasizes rapid development and completion without delay to benefit taxpayers.
With the filing period closing March sixth for Indiana governor and U S senator no Democratic candidate exists for either office. A doctor McCulloch is said to seek governor and Thomas Taggart may run for senator to avoid blanks, while Party leader Taggart has guided the efforts amid ongoing illness and financial concerns.
Palmer announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination aiming to allow a direct appraisal of the present administration in the primary. The conclusion is that President Wilson will not seek a third term, underscoring disappointment among supporters who want a full judgment on the administration and its record.
The Republicans push forward with a forward looking stance and firm ground support. The piece notes growing GOP membership and signals a likely Republican year, citing Lake County’s stance on district alignment and its view of Newton Jasper and Porter as a burden.
Billy Blodgett of the Indianapolis News notes a push to split the Tenth Congressional District into two, creating districts that include Lake Porter Jasper and Newton Counties. The proposal appears to originate from local interests seeking redistricting changes.
The text argues that making the League of Nations a campaign issue is a mistake but admits it is now in the spotlight. It urges the American people to handle the issue seriously and avoid letting it become a laughing stock of official Washington.
Wilbur Timmons trustee of Jackson Township announces weekly Thursday office hours at the State Bank of Idaville for township business. The notice also advertises broom and basket making services, handles, Monit or self heating irons, and a call to contact at North Main Street with date October 9.
Miss Florence Graham daughter of S W Graham of Burnettsville married William G Baer son of Mr and Mrs David Baer. The couple exchanged vows Saturday at 4 30 pm at the Methodist parsonage. Mrs Baer has lived in the city two years and worked as a stenographer for Truman F Palmer. Mr Baer is a popular young farmer and the newlyweds will reside on a farm nearby.
STEP H AN D WILSON Funeral Directors announce sale of fine horses cattle and other estate items at J M McBeth's sale near Headlee one mile west on Monday. Marelli 8 Y20-27.
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