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Newspaper
The Richmond Palladium And Sun Telegram
Location
Richmond, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1914
Page
1
Newspaper report details A. D. Cobb county agent salary and expenses, disputing trustees claims while noting his limited field visits. It alleges misstatements by some trustees about earnings, cites a $600 annual wage, and describes recent statements by Cobb and Superintendent Williams as controversy continues.
Fragments describe a failed crematory project hindering city waste disposal. Text references officials, contracts, and ongoing public works issues, noting inability to operate the facility and recurring maintenance and funding concerns. Details are garbled but indicate a stalled effort to manage refuse due to equipment failures and administrative barriers.
Wayne county turns its attention to two upcoming conventions, the Republican county gathering at the court house and the joint Wayne Union Progressive gathering. Delegates and possible nominees are debated as factions seek to solidify tickets amid recent party defeats.
William Holler dodged arrest as authorities pursued charges linked to poisoning the Abington spring. Reports describe a toxic plan involving vitriol and water supply tampering, with sheriff and prosecutor airing disputes over custody and jurisdiction.
The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Directors of the YMCA will be held tonight. General Secretary Learner will read his monthly report and note that tomorrow marks the seventieth anniversary of the YMCA's founding by Sir George Williams of London. The association in this country is about fifty years old.
The Richmond Masons hosted a grand banquet at Fountain 1 last night for four visiting candidates. Delegates arrived from Boston, Cottonville, Paris, New Madison, Hethel, and Whitewater, using twenty motor cars and heavy trucks to reach the event, which impressed all attendees with its elaborate entertainment.
Governor Ralston will issue a proclamation calling on residents to devote a day to health. Local authorities have not defined plans yet but Richmond is likely to observe the day according to Dr Enkiser city health commissioner.
Edward Stein, 266 South Seventh street, fell from a roof to an alley behind Bricker garage on Main street while installing a sky light. He suffered a fractured skull and is not expected to survive. Stein, a metal worker for Schults and Leaning, was unconscious and rushed to Reid hospital after the fall. He has long been a Republican party worker and a former Richmond fireman, with deep ties to Saint John’s Lutheran church and local trade groups.
Niagara Falls Ont June 5 The mood among envoys of three state powers and allied delegates is tense as talks with Canranza proceed. They await decisive steps toward establishing a new government and terms for withdrawal or recognition from the tall meeting in the city.
The board of public works permitted the Richmond YMCA trustees to build a new basement entrance on North Baghel Street to create a separate youth assembly room. The change aims to provide a lounge for youths away from the gym and baths while preserving shared use of facilities.
Homas Knollenberg Beimhard Himdlleiberge, who end Yated trond Faerie College in 7 has just been elected secretary of the Harvard chapter of the Delta Sigta Khos society for The purpose of re ornigling the scholarky efforty of econ testants. Mir Ruallenberg has shown unusual success at the university and recently represented Harvard in debate. He is pursuing wa daw course. At Baril, Knallenberg was a member of the debuting tama.
The parcel post COD system has grown since January 1 turning COD parcels into a thriving post office department. The scheme has boosted paid money order business with Richmond firms adopting COD rapidly. one firm shipped over sixty COD packages in a week and total COD money orders returned since year start exceed 3 160.
Do You Know That Matt and Jeff appear in The Palladium. Readers believe Helen and Warren are an incompatible couple. Read observations on Married Life and judge. County Agent Cobb earns 1000 dollars salary from county. state pays balance. W O Jones plans converting township roads into county highways and favors ending road tax. Centerville movie owner refuses public subscription and leaves town. One hundred high school graduates received diplomas last night. William Dudley Foulke describes his Italian summer residence in tonight's Palladium. Garbage problem vexes board of works. Ed Stein fatally injured in fall from ladder. Haas appointed superintendent of Morton Park. Fountain City hosts Richmond Masons. Republicans meet tomorrow. Progressive joint senatorial convention of Wayne and Union counties meets at Liberty tomorrow.
Bishop Edwin Holt Hughes addressed 100 Hietbers of Richmann high school’s 1914 graduating class at the Coliseum. Principal Pickell introduced the bishop, who spoke on “The Rule of Gold” and warned graduates against the scramble for wealth, stressing God’s ownership of the world. Graduation ceremonies included a 30 minute concert, prayers, and diplomas by J T Giles. References to the setting and decor accompany the report.
E M Hats retiring postmaster whose tenure ends June 30 has been appointed summer superintendent of Morrow Park. We will supervise the constructive work under him this year. News of the appointment last night after the board ratified the selection for the post. Directors believe he is well qualified, bringing executive activity from prior posts and business management from a Richmond newspaper. He will oversee enhancements, supervise current features at the resort, and maintain the park's property.
Indianapolis June 5 Joe Dawson the famed American race driver remains in critical condition after last Saturday's speedway gasoline derby. He seems to be holding his own as physicians determine the extent of his injuries. French drivers who left for home yesterday sent flowers.
W O Jones county road superintendent proposes folding township and county roads into a single county system to save taxes and improve efficiency. Backed by County Treasurer Chamness, the plan envisions 720 miles under county oversight and 29 district superintendents, with petitions from trustees and residents required to take over township roads.
Christie states Purdue will reappoint Cobb or risk a period without a county agent. Promises of immediate replacement were made, but plans falter as seven months of mistrust between Cobb and trustees complicates hiring. Even with limited qualified candidates, supply falls short after September 1 under state law.
City board of review deals with two perplexing cases involving colored clubs. Cosmopolitan club, run by Henry Smith, jailed for operating a blind tiger, faced tax collection issues as its business is sealed. A second club, Omeda Social club, appeared with similar premises and reported empty beer bottles as personal property. Members debate whether to pursue assessment despite uncollectible taxes.
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