End of World Prediction Sparks Astronomical Hype
An 1900s style brief describes a rare alignment of Mercury Venus Mars Jupiter Saturn Neptune with Uranus opposite the sun and Earth at a right angle. Despite forecasts of celestial fireworks and the world’s end, no sighting occurred in Princeton area as instruments were lacking.
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Mercury
Venus
Mars
Jupiter
Saturn
Neptune
Uranus
Earth
Princeton
Indiana Wine Production Near Normal in Reports
Reports indicate coal production is returning toward normal levels while Indiana wine output shows steady activity across the state. Analysts note improving yields and stable processing facilities as markets adjust post shortages.
Indiana mines resume normal output after coal strike
Indiana field reports say every mine is operating with production near normal. Factories in Terre Haute reopen, ample railroad cars aid shipping, good weather helps distribution, and no industrial mishaps interrupt output. glass plants and foundries face longer restart times.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Indiana
Middle West
Federal grand jury probes coal sitdown and Lever Act charges
A special federal grand jury in Indianapolis opened a probe into coal shortages accusing miners of not returning to work and operators of collusion to withhold coal. The inquiry targets Lever Act violations and potential anti trust breaches amid a strike.
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Anderson
Federal Grand Jury
Plea to Withdraw Cummins Bill Urges Continued Rail Control
Samuel Gompers and railroad brotherhood leaders urge the Senate to withdraw the Cummins bill and extend government control of railroads for at least two years. They attack the anti strike clause saying it will force lawbreakers to block justice.
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Washington
Cummins
Senate
Samuel Gomipers
Railroad Brotherhoods
Farmers Organization
Goupers
American Federation of Labor
Gompers
Union School Club to Meet at Mrs McCormick's Home
Society notes announce the Union School Community Club gathering Thursday afternoon at the home of Mrs. Thomas G. McCormick east of the city. Mrs. Fred Baskin hosts two General Baptist adult classes Thursday at 7 30 from her south Seminary street home. The Ladies Aid Society of the General Baptist church meets Thursday afternoon at Mrs. Y T Nettleton's west Emerson street home.
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Union School Community Club
Thomas G. McCormick
Fred Baskin
General Baptist Church
South Seminary Street
Ladies Aid Society
The
Newspaper Size Reduction Appeal To Save Small Town Papers
Washington on December 17 reports a plea to newspapers to cut 10 percent in size to prevent closing many small city and town papers. The move aims to shield communities from loss of local reporting and information services.
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Washington
House
Guthrie Tin Shop Moves to Kidd Block
The Guthrie tin shop leaves the Hudson building in east Broadway and relocates to the Kidd block. The vacant building will be refurbished for The Princeton Democrat and made into a modern newspaper office. The property is owned by J.C. Gorman.
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Guthrie Tin Shop
Kidd Block
Hudson
East Braidway
Kidd
Princeton Democrat
Wilding
J.C. Gorman
W. R. C. Meeting Scheduled for Thursday at 2 30
The W. R. C. will meet Thursday at 2 30 for the election of officers for the coming year. All members are urged to be present.
Vollmers Jewelry Advertises Gifts and Wedding Licenses
The Owensville scene features Licenses to Wed for Carl Witherow and Clira Anderson and Walter Waters with Kattie M Reedy. Vollmer's Jewelry Store pitches gifts for family and sweethearts, with a focus on rings bracelets brooches lavalier wristwatches and other items. The ad notes the Vollmer label as a mark of quality and mentions visitors from Evansville and Owensville.
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Vollmer’s
Vollmer
Heavyweight Hogs Reported Missing From Market Yard
Two hogs weighing over 400 pounds each disappeared from the slaughter pen yard northeast of the city last Friday evening. Owner Suardy Boger notified authorities. no trace found by Saturday visit.
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Suardy Boger
Roger
Morgue Receives Local Woman's Body At 73
Mrs. Hester Allen aged 73 died at 45:30 o clock at the poor farm southeast of the city due to age and infirmities. Survived by a daughter Mrs. James Walker and three sons in Mt. Carmel St. Louis and northern state. Body removed to Radcliffs Colvin Morgue. No funeral plans yet. If unresolved, state law sends such remains to medical schools.
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Hester Allen
James Walker
Mt. Carmel
St. Louis
Radcliffs-Colvin Morgue
Christmas Packets Urged to Mail Early
A newspaper note warns readers to mail Christmas packages early due to mail and rail congestion. It explains that railroad cancellations have slowed transport, and even regular trains will be taxed to handle backlogs. The piece urges marking packages with Do not open until Christmas to ensure delivery.
Walker gun case before court debated with no decision
The case State vs William Walker charged with receiving stolen goods tied to a Herriot Carthers window theft was heard by Special Judge R C Baltzell with Judge Vandeever recused. Also Mabel Oliphant sues for divorce from Andrew H with three children and support. Crow sues Metropolitan Insurance Co. Court activity rises ahead of year end. commissioners to change with new year appointments forthcoming.
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State
William Walker
Herriot- Carthers
R. C. Baltzell
Vandeever
Mabel C. Oliphant
Andrew H
Wm. Crow
Metropolitan Insurance, Co
Court House
Salvation Army Kettles Begin Street Campaign
Salvation Army Kettles appeared on the streets with the WNinas, operating from 1 to 5 pm. They raised $9 081 on the first day and aim to collect $100 for their Christmas work assisting the poor. Farmers can donate produce at L A headquarters 210 East Broadway.
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Salvation Army
Wninas
L. A
East Broadway
Second Annual Charity Ball by Elks
The Elks announce the second annual charity ball on Friday night December 26 at the I G O F temple with proceeds supporting the Elks charity fund for city relief. The Odd Fellows donate their hall and Schrieber orchestra will play five pieces. Tickets from Secretary Rollin Maxam or any Elk.
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Elks
I. G. O. F. Temple
Elis’ Charity Fund
Odd Fellows
Schrieber Orchestra
Rollin Maxam
Local Rummage Sale Sparks Liquor Price Debate
Mrs Em Moots bought a party chair boss an phagton at a rummage yesterday. Hon Ex Editor Dale Fluhart spoke at Melodeon Hall on present day extravagance. After the meeting several citizens asked where to buy it for eighteen dollars a quart.
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Indianapolis News
Em Moots
Dale Fluhart
Melodeon Hall
Mission Circle of First Baptist Seeks Members
The Mission Circle of the First Baptist Church will meet Friday at 2 PM at Mrs A A Cohns home on West Water Street. Mr Parsons will attend and every lady of the church is urged to be present.
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First” Baptist Church
A. A. Cohn
West Water’street
Senate Works Overtime On Cummins Return Bill
Senate debate over permanent railroad return legislation continues with little progress and Christmas holidays likely delay. Proposals to finance immediate needs, govern guarantee of dividends, and a new transportation board face opposition from Cummins and other senators as White House and Hines offer unclear recommendations.
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Senate
Washington
Wilson
Cummins
Poindexter
Interstate Commerce Commission
Fretinghuysen
National Grange
Ammins
Congress
Interior Secretary Lane May Resign From Cabinet
Washington December 17 Secretary of the Interior Lane contemplates resigning from the cabinet. He has not sent his resignation to President Wilson nor discussed it with him.
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Washington
Dec
Lane
Wilson
Elks Call Regular Meeting Wednesday Night
All Elks are requested to be present at the regular meeting on Wednesday night. AW E Criswell E R E R Maxam, Sec. 16 2rd.
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Elks
AW. E. Criswell
E. R. E. R. Maxam
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