Higher Property Taxes Rise in Indiana in 1938
Indiana taxpayers face property tax totals exceeding 100 million dollars for 1938, the first rise since 1932, per a survey by the Indiana Taxpayers Association led by secretary Harry Miesse. County results vary with Jackson County showing a small fall but overall increases due to new revenue sources and welfare spending.
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Farm income rise tracked by Bureau of Agriculture
The Bureau of Agriculture notes cash income of American farmers for the first ten months of this year exceeded the same period in 1936 by about 75 million dollars. Including federal payments, total income reached around 7.087 billion, with government payments up 123 million from last year, signaling real farm improvement and a surge of nearly three quarters of a billion dollars flowing into markets as farmers expect increased consumer spending.
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Promote Progress Women’s Clubs Unite for Community Growth
Women’s clubs across the nation drive social progress by angling town leaders, supporting schools, funding hospitals and playgrounds, and training shy women for public service. They empower members who once spoke softly to address crowds and mobilize action for the public good.
Washington Daybook: War Advisory Amendment Debate
Washington coverage notes opposition from President Landon Secretary Hall and many in Congress to a Ludlow plan that would limit Congress war powers. Indiana Rep Ludlow pursues a constitutional amendment requiring direct popular vote to declare war, with a fallback for invasions or attacks on U.S. territory or citizens.
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Proposal for a War Referendum Sparks Debate
The piece discusses a proposed constitutional plan to require a popular vote on any declaration of war, plus a wartime takeover program and compensation limits. Critics warn propaganda could sway Congress and the public, echoing fears of international bankers and munitions firms pushing the U.S. into conflict.
Farmers to Face Gross Income Tax Audit in State
Editorial notes that farmers will be audited as part of a state gross income tax campaign, with four test counties already under review. It warns that federal soil conservation payments, treated as rental income, may be taxed at 1 percent and urges farmers to report accurately to avoid penalties.
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Change in automobile license date urged by Governor Townsend
Governor Townsend asks the next legislature to move license purchases from January to July 1 arguing lower costs mid year and fewer motorist hardships. He notes higher winter expenses and that many families avoid parking during summer and that selling licenses mid year could ease state administration and tax flow.
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Cheolatqua prepares to open teket pale in January
25 years ago today December 30 2012 the Cheolatqua committee planned to open teket pale soon after January 1 Henry Rinne recorder of Maccabee Lodge received a handsome ring at initiation for a large class of candidates Sentences in the dynamite case were pronounced in federal court in Indianapolis A special venire was called in Bartholomew county for the trial of J R Clarke and Henry Romine accused of murdering the McQuaid brothers in Jennings county An objection was filed to a new road from Seventh and Bill streets to the Seymour Reddington Highway
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Seymour-Reddington Highway
Evening course on Corn and Legume Production Problems
The vocational agriculture department offers an free evening class starting Monday January 3 at 7 30 PM open to all interested in agriculture. It covers soil and cropping management improving corn yields fertilizer selection harvesting pollination hybrid seed corn legume cropping systems and cost analysis of legume failures with local examples.
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Jackson County
Stringari’s wrestling grips threaten LSU ball carriers in Sugar Bowl
New Orleans AP reports Larry Stringari from Santa Clara uses wrestling holds to tackle Louisiana State ball carriers in the Sugar Bowl, signaling unusual grips and anticipation for the game.
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Frank Thomas and Gipp Teammate Ties Highlight 1919 ND Era
Tuscaloosa reports coach Frank Thomas, 28, star of Alabama football, tied to the famed 1919 Notre Dame squad through captain George Gipp. The piece notes Thomas played with Gipp and reflects on their shared football legacy.
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Nine Made Twenty in Alabama Football Season
Tricaloosa Alabama AP reports a nine game 1037 season with only 20 punts scored against Alabama and no opponent scoring more than one touchdown Tennessee Tulane and Vanderbilt each had one score.
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Alma Mater QB Sets 500 Passing Average
Herky Mosley, Alabama’s flashy sophomore halfback, finished the 1937 season with a 500 passing average, completing 13 of 26 attempts to mark his efficiency.
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Critics clash over big business amid unemployment talk
Senators Van Nuys and Adams spar over the impact of big business on small firms and the anti trust laws. Roosevelt weighs monthly unemployment checks as census head Biggers cites rising joblessness since mid November, with preliminary figures due soon and current conditions out of step with the count.
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The Pass Master Sammy Baugh’s Life Story Feature
Sammy Baugh rose from college star to Redskins quarterback and record setter in 1937. A string of praise from teammates and rivals followed his fearless firing of passes and clutch precision.
Alabama Adopts Notre Dame Style in Varied Offense
Alabama under Coach Frank Thomason uses a Notre Dame like attack with a short punt formation to create a versatile offensive pattern.
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Postal workers sympathize with man who opened Christmas parcel
Bellefontaine Ohio reports postal employees sympathize with a man who opened a parcel post package labeled do not open until Christmas. A second label marked perishable accompanied the box, highlighting the irony of the timing in this holiday mishap.
Rum manufacture centers named in colonial overview
The article lists Cuba Jamaica Martinique and British Guiana as the chief centers of rum production, highlighting their prominence in Caribbean and South American distilling.
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Bowl odds and football chatter from New York
Odds on bowls from James J. Carroll’s price factory in St. Louis include California over Alabama by seven points and 8 to 5 against the Crimson Tide. Sugar Bowl features LSU over Santa Clara, Rice favored by 13 over Colorado at 2 to 1. Auburn and West Virginia hold three point margins over Michigan State and Texas Tech in Orange and Sun Bowls. Also All East-All West in San Francisco. Lou Gehrig and wife head to Hollywood for his first film. Sammy Baugh eyeing 25 000 from the Redskins, but settles for 15 000. Open coaching season. nine coaches resign or are fired since month start. Amblers vows to avoid Henry Armstrong. Jockey Harry Richards praises Pompoon as best horse he rode. Sugar Bowl publicity lists Wilmer Hines as from Beverly Hills. Big time wrestling flops in New York. Jimmy Dovkes says Yankees won’t win AL pennant next year missing Tony Lazzeri. Fred Purner once spells Wade Killefer’s name wrong.
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This Pair Counted
Tut War ren Alabama end caught two important passes this season. He had a short throw for the only touchdown against Georgia Tech and a long pass for Alabama's lone TD in the win over Vanderbilt.
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Golden Bear name origin tied to California symbols
Berkeley reports the Golden Bear nickname for California athletics is linked to the state’s golden heritage and the original state flag bearing a bear.
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California
Golden Bear
Golden State
Elgar Dedicated Work to Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret Rose
The English composer Sir Edward Elgar dedicated a famous composition to Princesses Elizabeth and Margaret Rose, reflecting royal tribute from a prominent 20th century musician.
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