15 Dec 1915
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1915
Page
1
Eugene V. Debs, noted labor leader, arrived from Evanaville and will speak at the tabernacle at 6 o'clock this evening. The public is invited to attend. the address, described as not political, aims to improve laboring conditions and benefit workers.
William Rowe and wife express sincere thanks to friends for kindness during John Pinkston’s illness and after his death. They also thank everyone for floral expressions of love and note December 15 as the date.
A special election will be held in Mt. Carmel on December 28 to decide if the city should adopt a commission form of government under Illinois law. Influential business leaders back the drive and the measure stands a good chance of adoption.
Washington dispatch reports Great Britain has granted safe conduct to Captains Von Papen and Boy. The status of safe conduct for their successors is undetermined as British and French embassy officials plan to meet this afternoon to finalize the language and the return route.
Washington December 15 The 1915 crop totals set records across grains with wheat at 1 011 505 000 bushels and corn at 3 034 533 000 bushels while cotton drops to 11 161 006 bales from 16 135 000 last year according to the agriculture department.
Baker's Rookies defeated the Rad All Stars by a narrow margin at Baker alleys Tuesday night. The score featured mixed totals for each bowler with Baker contributions of Excerpts show Kern Chance Stoops Bass and Baker line scores. All Stars led by Mangrum Hembree Roberts Vogel and Radelife posted strong numbers, but Rookies claimed the win. Also advertised were mahogany embroidery trays and Parisian Ivory Toilet Articles at Biggs Drug Store.
A morning fire alarm was triggered at Pete Marshall's residence on Seminary at 814 South at 5 o clock Wednesday. The fire department arrived but efforts were not successful. the report mentions Christmas tags and seals in stock this year.
A large audience heard Dr Bulgin Tuesday evening discuss Was Moses Sanctified at the Tabernacle about religious proofs of the superhuman in Christianity. Earlier, a 10 cent admission for students funded athletic association receipts totaling 84 dollars.
Princetonian Will Herschelt, once of Princeton, has published Songs of the Streets and Byways. A book of poems attracts attention at BP J Biggs drug store where it is now for sale and praised for real merit and illustration.
London dispatch reports King Constantine ill with a mild influenza and fever, aiding the retreat sparked Greek political unease. Physicians advise staying in his room and not participating in state affairs, with elections looming next Monday and Allied retreat affecting leadership stability.
Chicago December 15 representatives of Jess Wildard and Frel Fulton signed articles for a New Orleans fight on March 4. The 20 round bout is now official with both sides agreeing to the terms.
The text extols Moses as a unrivaled statesman legislator and healer. It argues his leadership fed a vast people for 40 years without tools while equating his laws to enduring human legal and hygienic principles. Compare Moses to Jesus Christ as prophetic figures and emphasize the miraculously long endurance and moral authority attributed to him.
Paris reports daily expenditures across European belligerents exceed 80.6 million dollars with France alone spending about 127 million dollars daily. Officials cited by the chamber of deputies estimate totals rise as the war continues.
A Circuit court case before a jury involves Illinois Central Railroad Co and Judge Joel Williamson of Evansville. The dispute stems from the Southern Indiana railroad consolidation and stock transfers including a claimed $4009 loan. Prominent lawyers from Evansville and Hi ness participate, with parties led by Bluett Lee Horton and others.
Effa May Watson of Evansville married Alexander S Lynn at 8 pm Tuesday in the First Methodist parsonage West Emerson Street. Rev. L T Freeland officiated. The groom’s sister Mrs George Nyett of Evansville attended, and the couple plan to reside in Evansville.
The Famous Players Film Company adapts Jim the Penman with John Mason as Jim Ralston. Supporting stars Marguerite Leslie and Frederick Perry, fresh from Outcast and On Trial, join the cast in this two part version released by Paramount at New Star.
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