Kaiser plank fuels Republican debate amid German language row
The article traces a Republican platform demand to appoint elective offices, the Kaiser label amid German language teaching controversy, and mentions Governor Goodrich and Indiana politics. It notes a Berlin-era loyalist stance, a Washington tour by Edward Schaaf and brother to secure a noncombatant post, and local boards resisting military placement amid war tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter S. Chambers
State Council of Defense
Goodrich
Tay
Lane
Will Hays
Kim Watson
Iarry New
Indiana
Indianapolis
Washington
Edward Sehaif
Lake County
New
Edward
Sherman
Lake County Council of Defense
Schaaf
County Council of Defense
Germany
Richard Schaaf
Republican
Watson
Schaafs
Saltsman
Signal Corps
Lake County Board
Edward Schaaf
Tne
Toesign
United States
Washington 3 Great City Letter From War Worker Joe Maddalena
Joe Maddalena, serving in Washington, writes from the capital about returning soon as the war ends. He notes seeing Rockport acquaintances, asks for his paper to be sent there, and expresses hope for local political support. He mentions price concerns and plans to return to Rockport after the conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democrat
Joe Maddalena
Washington
Joe
Ower
Rockport
Ray Woolfolk
Rupuat
Hoch
Raysmood Schroder
Mr. Kellams
Cullen Jones
Tsurze
Joe Maddalene
St. N E
Washington, D. Cc
Ir Sehoenfeld
Will
Ego
Army
Navy
John Jankins
Féo
Rockhill
Adah
John OQ
Jenkins
Sis
Indiana
France
Frank
William B. Belew
6Th
U.S
Amer
Antlerer Registration For 21st Birthday Men
All men who have turned 21 since June 5 will be registered for military service on August 24 under an order received Thursday by Clerk Woolfalk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woolfalk
Promoted to Sergeant at Camp Sherman Ohio
Horace Morgenthaler son of Prof and Mrs S F Morgenthaler is promoted from Corporal to Sergeant while in training at Camp Sherman Ohio. The promotion reflects his service in the field and advancement within the ranks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Horace Morgenthaler
S. F. Morgenthaler
Camp Sherman
Ohio
August drafts send Spencer county men to camps
The notice lists local men from Spencer county and nearby towns who are to be sent in August. Elmer C. Weiler Dale to Cincinnati for mechanical training. Millard F. Brown Dale Franklin Leroy Ryan Chrisney. Chris Mot teler Rockport to Indianapolis. Further detachments to Camp Dodge Iowa and Camp Sherman Ohio follow with long lists of names from Rockport Dale Fulda Lincoln City and other towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer County
Uncle Sam
Elmer C. Weiler
Dale
Loecal Board
Cincinnati
Millard F. Brown
Franklin LeRoy Ryan
Chrisney
Chris Motteler
Rockport
Chamber of Commerce
Indianapolis
Camp Dodge
Iowatown
Hart Clay
William Dickerson
Hugh G. McAfee
Frank T. Stewart
Charles C. Taylor
Samuel 8. Davis
Malray Slully
Mason McCrayvor
Arthur Norris
George W. Yriser
Everett Westerfield
Arnold Stewart
Prince A’ Frey
Camp Sherman
Roy L. Main
Lake
Edwin H. Proprietor
James Burney Youngs
Carl ¥. Morgenthaler
Harry Chapple
Harry Krueger
Robert O. Parker
Anton Rickleman
St. Meinyad
Fart Si Renu Fering
Joby Weaver Jr
Fulda
Wm! Thome Sallee, Rockport; Thomas Hh, Biedenkopf, Rockport; John Richon
Walter E. Schmeter
Willard G. Lozans Rockat Seninger
Merchends
Bryan Linever
Jean W. Biain
Lincoln Ci Or
Franklin Harris
Lincoln
W. Myers
Pockport
Lorsden
Evanston
Ches- Stateville
Grandview
E. Sehmitt
Howard Ayy
Walter Jo.ner
Lemar
William Fr. Amos
Lamar
Herbert H. Reutepenter
Simon J. Uumolt
St. Meinvad
Hebert Greenwalt
Rocknort
Joseph M.see
Thomas H. J . Chrisneyv
Leo John Kineh
Tic Paris
Skal
Hatfield Bryan Wilkinson
Guy Baker
Tratfield
Henry Wetzel
Ari Woolsey
Prairie tasks and routine noted in early morning
The text describes a rough daily schedule in Prairie with early wake times before daylight. Work includes stability chores, harnessing horses, and preparations for travel or tasks at first light. The narrator notes mixed feelings about plants and routines, with reference to hours and divested activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syac
Itis
Prairie
Hachoss
Guns for Liberty Guards in Indiana Grant
The War Department states Indiana will receive 2581 rifles unloading belts ammunition and other supplies for Liberty guard groups. About 9 000 members exist statewide and equipment remains U S property with a bond of return required from the procuring company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
War Department
Indiana
Liberty Guard
Liberty Guards
United State
Ccal Company
Big Cat Fish Caught by Joe Harris Near Payne's Bar
Joe Harris hauled in a 69 pound catfish measuring four feet four inches while fishing on Payne's Bar this Saturday. The catch stands as a notable local angling debut with the hefty carious size drawing attention in the community.
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Joe Harris
Payne
Wheatless cake prompts rural debate at Rockport fair
A letter from a reader questions baking without sugar or fat and highlights a Purdue exhibit at the Rockport fair. County agents discuss soil samples, hog diseases, and farm demonstrations while urging farmers to boost production and unity with the home front effort.
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Mr. Kellams
Thas
Rockport Fair
Miss Cook
W. J. Piggott
Purdue
Fe O
Romeas
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