Ralston Urges Centralized Power At Swarthmore College
Governor Ralston of Indiana urged centralized authority in city governments during his Swarthmore College commencement address near Philadelphia. He warned lawlessness is rising and urged stronger mayoral powers and stricter impeachment statutes to restore order, naming graduates including Miss Mears, Pred Col, and Carl Shroade among attendees.
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Carl Shroade
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Baltimore Grain Elevator Explosion Causes Massive Damage
Ten people killed in a Baltimore explosion that leveled the Northern Central rail grain elevator plus dryers and the Canton ore pier. About thirty five injured and several ships damaged as markets and waterside facilities suffered. The blast ripped through upper floors and spread debris across the area. Autopsy and investigations were underway to determine cause with spontaneous combustion suspected.
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No Hope For Them Says Georgia Philosopher
A Georgia philosopher quips that some people scold the world for not conforming to their views yet would nag if it did. He suggests they find no comfort here or in heaven, and even angels would be unable to please them. Atlanta Constitution.
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Heaven
Atlanta Constitution
Remarkable Wisconsin Grandmother Celebrates 104th Birthday
Prairie du Chien reports on a venerable Wisconsin matriarch who recently celebrated her 104th birthday. The centenarian, Lydia Shrake, reportedly has 185 descendants and six generations, with three living sons and multiple grandchildren. Her family records note Civil War service by two of her sons and a long, storied lineage across Wisconsin and California.
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William Ault
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Great Panegyric Review of Democracy Four Year Progress
Opening speech at St Louis amid Democratic Convention notes. William Jennings Bryan pledged support to the ticket. President Wilson reportedly favored Marshall as running mate. The convention was called to order at noon Wednesday, with two notable preludes.
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Progressives to reconvene national committee in Chicago
A statement transmitted to George W. Perkins shows Progressive party leaders plan a national committee meeting in Chicago by June 21 with a follow up on June 26. The notice urges members and affiliated groups to prepare for the event and coordinate across locations and organizations.
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George W. Perkins
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Sunflower goes beyond oil to lifesaving uses
The sunflower is valued for multiple uses beyond oil. In central Russia the plant is widely cultivated and nearly every part finds use. The stalk yields pliable plinth used in life saving devices, and portions can be carried to keep a person afloat without noticing the weight.
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Russia
Democratic praise for Wilson at Baltimore convention
Lois Thompson and former New York Governor Martin Givan delivered pro Wilson remarks praising his neutrality and leadership amid World War I. The talk extolled Democratic achievements under Wilson, contrasted with Republican critics, and lauded the administration’s economic progress and the Federal Reserve Act's impact on stability.
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Queen of Peace Poem Prayer for World Peace
Poem extols a motherland as Queen of Peace between seas. It speaks of motherhood feeding nations with corn and wine, a sword in its sheath, and wheat mountains supporting God’s throne. It invokes universal peace, urging no more war and unity under divine guidance.
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Personal notes from readers and visitors
Will Dishman left for California. Judge Henry is visiting from California. A son named John Scott born to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Mc Williams. Martha Mierner visits Dr. Gustav Knoefel in Terre Haute. A son named Irwin born to Mr. and Mrs. Isd J. Zipp of 519 Culbertson Avenue. Agnes Burrell and Chestleigh Hunt stay a week on the Hunt farm near Floyd Knobs. Earl Knoob arrived from West.
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Gy. Henry
Thomas Mc Williams
John Scott
Misa
Martha Mierner
Gustav Knoefel
Terre Haute
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Culbertson Avenue
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Martin
Agnes Burrell
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Earl F. Knoob
West
Hospital Attendant Sentenced for Assault
William R. Kelley, attendant at the Northern Indiana Hospital for the Insane in Logansport, Idaho, was sent to the state penal farm for 210 days after a superintendent Dr. Fred W. Terflinger filed the charge for assaulting an inmate.
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Willian R. Kelley
Indiana Hospital For the Insane
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Fred W. Terflinger
Advocates Penny Postage at Hardware Association Meeting
M. L. Corey of Argos Indiana urged penny postage at the National Hardware Association opening session. He serves as secretary and the plan received endorsement from several speakers.
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M. L. Corey
Argos
Ind
National Hardware Association
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License Clerk Missing in Dayton Inquiry
Dayton police seek Harry A. Magaziner, 26, city license clerk, missing since June 1. He is alleged to be short 2300 dollars in his accounts as authorities from several cities join the search.
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Harry A. Mageaviner
Magaziner
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