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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1923
Page
1
Partly overcast tonight and Friday with warmer conditions in the northwest and southeastern sections. Wednesday is paralleled by a high of 46 and low of 28 with a sunny note and sunset at 3 43 and sunrise at 6 22.
A cooperative societies bill passed the Senate by a vote of 38 to 11 in Indianapolis and moves to Governor Cray for signature. The measure allows formation of co operatives with or without capital stock and authority to own property. Opponents argued it could stifle petition rights and create a trust with critics Rich Freeman Updike Kinney Hall Bierly denouncing the bill. The House previously killed a marriage bill and defeated a divorce reform proposal by 40 to 36 votes, ending Miss Elizabeth Rainey’s effort as the sole woman legislator.
Webs Miller reports from Dusseldorf that despite propaganda claims, Ruhr occupation appears light on inhabitants and troops show careful restraint. He notes indifferent attitudes between soldiers and locals and criticizes biased German reports and speeches aimed at turning American sentiment against France.
The Public Service Commission set a water rate schedule for Princeton Water & Lighting Co that will affect few consumers. Under the old system a domestic user paying the minimum was entitled to about 3,500 gallons, now around 3,000. most households won’t see a rate rise. The annual hydrant rental or fire service rate remains unchanged, despite the company arguing for an increase, and the flat rate affects only a small number of customers.
Classified notice urges readers to place Want Col Union ads in the Daily Democrat to reach farm buyers and renters. It promises quicker results the more details provided about the farm for sale or rent.
Nathaniel J. Chappelle of Oakland City pleaded guilty on two charges, unlawful possession and maintaining a nuisance, after a lengthy legal wrangle that featured a restraining order and trips to Evansville. The mayor and attorneys faced delays as the case moved toward circuit court.
Miss Mabel Tichenor announced the bid for the sectional tournament citing rail access and a new gym to accommodate large crowds. No school Friday to allow students to attend the Owensville tournament.
The executive committee of the conference extension society of the Church of the United Brethren in Christ met at Princeton Tuesday. Attendees included Rev. A. W. Arford Evansville J. L. Battrum Oakland City and J. W. Little Washington. They planned details of a campaign to raise 100000 for Indiana conference extension enterprises.
The veteran legislator, famed for fiery oratory and runs on rural credit, burst a blood vessel during a house speech after a dinner party. He collapsed early this morning from a brain hemorrhage following an intense debate with William Jennings Bryan at the 1920 Democratic National Convention.
Winifred Huck says she will contest her loss in Illinois after alleging opponent Morton Hull spent about $160,000 to win by 5,000 votes. She claims the law limits spending to $5,000 and vows to file charges upon returning to Washington as a congresswoman at large. Hull denies the accusations.
War resumes between Lithuanians and Poles in the neutral zone near Vilna. Lithuanians reopen hostilities and attack two Polish positions with unknown casualties. Poles accuse Russia of backing Lithuania as arbitration by the League of Nations was pending.
Paris reports that the United States submitted its bill for occupation costs totaling 255 million dollars and opened negotiations at the Quai d Orsay. Germany is not expected to pay the full amount, with possible payment in dies and chemicals. Britain France Italy and the United States planned discussions in the afternoon.
Senator Calder of New York delivers a farewell address accusing the Senate of fear and bloc voting. He cites the Esch-Cummins bill the soldier bonus and prohibition law as examples while urging truth telling and courage in public questions. He retires next Sunday and criticizes organized voting blocs in Congress.
Princeton Chapter No 74 Royal Arch Masons begins initiatory work Friday evening March 2 with two or three candidates to receive the Mark Master and Past Master degrees. John Hall Woods will confer the Mark Master degree, Shirley Smith the Past Master degree, and next Friday night March 9 William H. Harter will confer the Most Excellent Master degree.
In Ihanapolis Indiana on March 1 Rep Thomas I Brown Mt Vernon appeared on the house floor wearing a jazzy bowtie. He admits it marks his first formal appearance in 35 years. Brown, a Posey county bricklayer, jokes about his ability to lay more bricks than his sons and comments on page gift choices for the pages.
Chicago March 1 More than 31 000 clerks on class 1 railroads gain an eight hour day and time and a half overtime under a railroads labor board decision effective today. Clerks previously had no overtime pay and no fixed hours. The ruling also raises salaries by two million per hour for freight handlers and others.
The church of the Nazarene at 320 East Emerson Street starts a revival tonight led by evangelist Rev. R. Holten of Clarence, Missouri. An invitation is extended to the public to attend the services.
The Princeton Ad Club presents a free show in the public square this Saturday at 2 PM. A touring troupe of trained dogs and ponies will perform, with reports indicating strong audience interest and entertainment value.
Nominations for officers of Princeton Elks lodge for the coming year were made at the regular meeting. With a single name for each office, the nominations are effectively the election to be held next Wednesday evening. Installations are set for April 4. Nominees include Frank M. Hargis exalted ruler and E R Maxam secretary.
Washington March 1 Hubert Work postmaster general in his biennial report to President Harding said the postal deficit for the year ending July 1 will be 30 million dollars. He predicted the next fiscal year would see the deficit completely eliminated from about 60 million the previous year.
Judge J E Iglehart urges accurate data on Indiana's past at Evansville luncheon. He criticizes historians for detailing only the lowest elements and praises Southwestern Indiana's prominent citizenry. Col. Gil Stormont presents on Judge William Prince while Miss Tarbell stresses studying local enviroment to understand Lincoln.
County Assessor William Steelman addressed Kiwanis at the Pullman hotel noon luncheon on tax and assessment practices. He urged a joint committee with the county and noted ongoing efforts to equalize assessments across communities while welcoming local attendees and noting upcoming Florida trip of President Paxton.
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