Disabled veteran plans suit over jail ordeal
World War II veteran Ed Johnson of West Tipton street says concrete jail floors worsened his disability and declares he was falsely imprisoned in the city jail. He plans to sue the city for false imprisonment, slander, and injuries after an arrest tied to a robbery investigation. Johnson says he will consult his attorney after receiving his next government compensation check.
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Ed. Johnson
Tipton — Street
Tribune
Johnson
Columbus
Trisune
Frank Franklin
Nettie Baker
West Tipton Street
Judge Cox sentences two liquor violators in Bedford
William Rebee of Terre Haute and Joseph Bendeos of St. Louis were arraigned before Judge James A. Cox in Lawrence circuit court at Bedford on possession and transportation of liquor. They were fined a total of 720 dollars. Bendeos received 60 days on the state penal farm, Rebee paid his fine and was released. Police found 180 gallons of alcohol in the Buick, confiscated the car, and planned to pour the alcohol into the gutter in a few days per Prosecutor Coulter Montgomery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Rebee
Terre Haute
Joseph Bendeos
St. Louis
James A. Cox
Lawrence
Bedford
Rebee
Bendees
Bloomington
Coulter Montgomery
Radio changes in effect across 146 stations nationwide
Washington reports the federal radio commission’s blanket order to alter power, wavelength or time for 146 stations at 6 a m. The aim is to clear channels improve reception and reduce interference between nearby stations.
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Washington
Federal Radio Commission
Candy and Cake Sale at former Steinwedel store
A community event titled Candy and Cake takes place on Saturday December 4 at the former Steinwedel store. Deo Duce's offers the goods for sale in a small local fundraiser setting.
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Steinwedel
Deo Duce’s
Haircutting or Bobbing at Eekelman Shoppe
A brief note about haircutting or bobbing services offered by Eekelman Barber Shoppe. The fragment indicates a barbershop name and service style with no further details or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eekelman Barber Shoppe
Judge Montgomery Expected to Rule on Conspiracy Case
Special judge O H Montgomery will travel to Indianapolis and rule at 2 PM on a quasi motion in the conspiracy case involving Gov Ed Jackson and two others. The ruling will determine if Jackson George W Coffin and Robert J Marsh face trial on charges of conspiring to bribe former Gov McCray. The defense argues the trial is barred by statutes of limitations.
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O. H. Montgomery
Ed Jackson
Indianapolis
Montgomery
Jackson
George W. Coffin
Robert J. Marsh
McCray
Christmas Club Checks Go In Mail From Seymour Bank
The Seymour National Bank mailed Christmas Club checks to about 500 members totaling around 13500. Bank president W. M. Whitson notes strong results and expects the 1928 club to be larger with new accounts opening as members use savings for gifts or other goals.
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Seymour National Bank
W. M. Whitson
Mussolini Rumor Of Assassination Denied
A rumor of Mussolini's assassination was denounced as false by Rome authorities. Uproar linked to a Bourse maneuver aimed at lowering the Italian currency value. Vienna speculators were suspected of starting the rumor.
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United Press
Berlin
Rome
Mussolini
Italy
Vienna
Residence event at Interurban Station area noted
A Saturday gathering linked to Mrs. Fox at her residence near the Interurban Station is recorded with involvement from the Catholic Ladies' Aid. The fragment references a figure or code %n26,50,d1,2d without clear context.
Notice Eagles Smoker Thursday December 1 1927
Public notice for a smoker event hosted by the Eagles on Thursday evening December 1 1927. Details provided by the dlt Committee for attendees and timing.
Jackson County High Schools Get Commissions
County superintendent Tatlock announced that all high schools in Jackson County plus Brownstown and Crothersville were recommended for commissions. John S. Hussey endorsed the report after a survey, noting general county conditions are satisfactory and Wallonia has a continued commission. Examinations are set for December 21 22 and April 17 18.
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Jackson County
James AH. Tatlock
Brownstown
Crothersville
John S. Hussey
Hussey
Tatlock
Mr. Hussey
Wallonia
State Department
Prices on new Model A Fords rise about fifty dollars
Edsel Ford announced in Detroit that the 1927 Model A prices are about 50 dollars higher than Model T. Base price for phaeton is 395 F.O.B. Detroit, with two door sedan 495, four door sedan 570, coupe 495, sport coupe 550. Also notes a crop update from Hall Orchard in Seymour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edsel Ford
Detroit
Ford
Phaeton
Tuberculosis drive starts in Jackson County with $2000 goal
The Jackson County Tuberculosis Association opens its annual drive to raise funds against the white plague with a $2000 quota. About 3500 letters go to county citizens, each with two Christmas seals to send the $2 or return the seals. Seals should be affixed to letters and packages until December 24 to support the year ahead.
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Jackson County Tuberculosis Association
Fonds
Jackson County
Jesse Combs Freed After Columbus Trial
Jesse Combs a 20 year old man was tried in Columbus circuit court yesterday on failing to support his wife. Judge Julian Sharpnack reserved decision and Combs was released and returned to Seymour to seek a job. he was jailed in Columbus after arrest by local officers as his wife nears motherhood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse Combs
Columbus
Seymour
Julian Sharpnack
Combs
Ministers Honor Rev. James Daniel Martin as He Leaves Seymour
The Seymour Indiana Ministerial Union passes resolutions of appreciation for Rev. James Daniel Martin of First Presbyterian Church, noting five plus years of service. He and his family moved to Lebanon where he joined Lebanon Presbyterian Church, with copies sent to the Seymour Daily Tribune and filed in minutes.
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Seymour Ministerial Union
James Daniel Martin
First Presbyterian Church
Seymour
Indiana
Kingdom of God
Lebanon
Minstrel Cast Praised for Washington School Presentation
The Washington school minstrel division receives strong praise after Tuesday night entertainment. Chair Mrs. George Herwig led the committee with cast members including Mrs. James Ruddick Mrs. Harry Hornung Mrs. Grace Herwig Miss Marie Lahne and others who arranged their own program.
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Washington School Minstrel Division
George Herwig
James Ruddick
Harry Hornung
Grace Herwig
Marie Lahne
Archie Whitsett
Beryl Dannettell
Marcus KuDaly
Katherine Bretthauer
George Ernest
Don Dannettell
Robert Blair
Jimmy Ruddick
Office Closed Through December 17
Notice states the office will be closed until Saturday December 17 due to direct instruction from Dr C E Gillespie.
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C. E. Gillespie
High waters halt traffic on highways in Indiana
White River reached 11 feet 6 inches at 2 PM and rising two inches per hour. State Road 31 near Rockford was two feet deep with trucks guiding through until closure possible by nightfall. State Road 50 near Medora impassable. detours via county roads delayed by unfinished pavement. Haydon to North Vernon highway briefly closed. traffic restored this morning after trucks aided motorists yesterday.
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White River
Rockford
Medora
Hayden
North Vernon
Trinity M E To Mark Dedication Anniversary
Trinity M E church will celebrate its fourth anniversary of dedication with a 6 to 8 p m fellowship supper and a formal program in the church auditorium. Rev C J Moeller announced the plan and noted the church is nearly debt free with pledges covering the balance. Dr Earl Enyeart Harper Evansville College president will speak. he has a notable background in church music and religious education.
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Trinity M. E. Church
C. J. Moeller
Earl Enyeart Harper
Evansville College
Moeller
Harper
M. E
Auburndale
Mass
Boston University School of Theology
Nebraska Wesleyan University
General Conference Commission On Music
Ile
Abingdon Press
Train to Mitchell Offers Reserved Seats for Boosters
Basketball fans holding reservations for a special train to Mitchell can obtain tickets aboard the train via the Boosters' Club.
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Mitchell
Poland Turns to League After Lithuania Mobilization Crisis
Warsaw reports that during a recent crisis Marshal Pilsudski considered mobilizing Poland to forestall an attack but chose to appeal to the League of Nations. The episode sparked fears of a new continental war and widespread troop mobilization akin to World War I.
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Warsaw
Europe
Marshal Pilsudski
Poland
Lithuania
League of Nations
Remus Attacks Grounds As Murder Trial Develops
Cincinnati report describes George Remus shifting from defendant to plaintiff in his murder case. He argues mental impairment from alleged acts by Franklin Dodge Jr and his wife Imogene Remus. Witnesses recount Remus rages sparked by claims of infidelity as St Louis Post-Dispatch reporter John Rogers details the courtroom drama.
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Cincinnati
George Remus
Imogene
Department of Justice
Remus
Dodge
John Rogers
St. Louis Post Dispatch
Rogers
Candle Light Service by City Schools Announced
Miss Edna B Smith announces a second candle light service by city schools to be held Sunday December 18 at 4 PM in Shields auditorium. Teachers and pupils prepare a program aiming to exceed last year with Harvey McCord Jr in charge of decorations reflecting the Yule season. Public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna B. Smith
Shields Auditorium
Miss Smith
Harvey McCord, Jr
Soviet Memo Urges Unprecedented War Fearing Disarmament Talks
Geneva dispatch reports Maxim Litvinov presenting eleven memoranda predicting a new global conflict if disarmament fails. He denounces liberal and pacifist roles, decries guilt discussions, and cites World War I casualties and postwar debts. The piece notes 1928 autumn postponement debates and US observer questions at the League security committee.
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Geneva
Russia
Preparatory Disarmament Commission
Maxim M. Litvinoff
Foreign Order
League of Nations
Security Committee
League of Nation
Germany
Hugh R. Wilson
Switzerland
United States
Prohibition Referendum Bill Filed by Michigan Rep
United Press reports a bill for a national referendum on prohibition will be introduced when Congress opens next Tuesday. Rep McLeod of Michigan filed the measure with the House clerk. It provides that the national electorate will vote at the national election two years hence.
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United Press
Washington
Congress
House
Representative McLeod
Michigan
Dawes Declines Presidential Run Endorses Lowden
Vice President Charles G. Dawes after leaving the White House said he is not a candidate for president and fully supports former Governor Lowden of Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Press
Washington
Charles G. Dawes
White House
Lowden
Ilinois
Weather Records Report from Seymour Water Co
Weather observer Riley Goble notes max 39 degrees min 28 with 0.15 inches rainfall. River stage at 11 feet 6 inches above low water mark.
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Riley Goble
The
Seymour Water Co
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