Hoover Rolph clash over California lynching stance
Article recalls a public dispute between ex president Hoover and California Governor Rolph over a lynching case. Hoover accuses Rolph of endorsing lynch law, while Rolph defends not deploying troops. A Washington comparison and a Maryland case at Princess Anne are cited to frame the debate.
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Rolph
California
Washington
Mr. Hoover
Ralph
War Department
Ralph L
Cnder
Maryland
Princess Anne
Ritchie
Ritchey
Indiana man guilty as habitual criminal faces life term
An Indiana jury convicted James Sammons of being a habitual criminal and he received a life sentence. He admitted intoxication and carrying a gun with an officer bribery attempt, and had over $2000 on his person at arrest. Authorities note a history of alleged rape murder robbery and other crimes.
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Indiana
James Sammons
Hut
How Quickly We Change on Prohibition Repeal Shift
A historical reflection notes a rapid shift from opposition to saloons to acceptance as repeal nears. The piece recalls past fears of liquor’s evils and contrasts them with current support for state control and prohibition repeal.
New York City Embraces Open Saloon After Prohibition Repeal
A New York City correspondent describes rapid post repeal changes with open saloons, varied prices, and a bustling liquor trade near Madison Square Garden. The piece argues open drinking reflects old lawlessness and profit motives, signaling an economic and social shift.
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New York City
New York
United States
The Old Lady Obituary Reflections From Lenox Iowa
Verlin Sweeley contemplates the limits of obituary writing in Lenox Iowa. The piece contrasts the quiet life of a devoted wife and mother with the lack of credit given for daily sacrifices and family care. A closing note shifts to a Chicago crook charged with illegal hunting.
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Verlin Sweeley
Lenox
Pilgrim Mothers Highlighted in Lecturer's Echo
A lecturer extols the Pilgrim Fathers while a woman in the audience interrupts to remind that Pilgrim Mothers endured equal privations. She notes they also faced the Pilgrim Pathers challenges alongside the men.
By-the-Way Christmas Gift Book and Printer Notes
The Journal advertises a Christmas gift compilation By-the-Way offering 64 pages of wit and humor from the column, with sales starting two weeks before Christmas for 15 counts. The piece also mentions Christmas decorations, Santa visits, and printer tips about layout and design.
Wedding Cue Causes Mix Up at Minister's Door
A young couple sought marriage with a minister who invited all who wished to be married to come forward after his sermon. Thirteen women and one man then moved toward the front, creating a humorous confusion as the ceremony began.
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Herington Sun
High School Notes Show Christmas Plans and Activities
Report cards issued midweek. Teachers weigh absence from family conferences. Cantata chorus for The Messiah slated for December 2. Journalism staff formation discussed in Miss Wilson’s room. Washington and Fairfield debaters held practice at the high school. A selected band will perform at Friday night game. AY membership drive led by Mel Bickel with helpers. Girl Reserve first meeting in three weeks featured a reading by Josephine Bailey and a vocal solo by Virginia Davis with Sara Marie Davis on piano. Thanksgiving baskets planned. Catherine Mason named chair. Preparations under way for voting on Girl Reserve convention at Burlington December 4. Home declamatory contest winners: oratorical Billy Cox, dramatic Hayden Hughes, humorous Jiak Kuenbark. Other participants listed. The high school invited to junior college assembly with Rev Carl Klein. solos by students. HIV members attending Cedar Rapids older boys convention Friday.
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Josephine Bailey
Virginia Davis
Sarah Marie Davis
Catherine Masson
Burlington
Billy Cox
Hayden Hughes
Jiak Kuenbark
Sam McCleery
Daryl Dodder
Lawrence Whietler
Sam Whimer
Arden Hughes
Charles Tear
George Meun
Myron Salladay
Community Notes from Noble County Pews and Travel Plans
Local residents report Thanksgiving travel to Goshen Indiana with relatives in Ohio and Iowa. Families from Wayland and Crawfordsville share visits with relatives, church services at the poor farm and Emanuel Mennonite church, plus quilting and social events in Noble and surrounding areas.
Dance at the K C hall and B P club event notice
A Priday community dance at the K C hall is planned for Friday night. The B P club will move to the Y M C A on Wednesday December 6 for a little sister Christmas party with guest notices to Lucile Forgey before 9 p.m. Monday.
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K. C. Hall
Dee
Lucile Forgey
Vakis
World Fair Held Annually Across Canada for Decades
The annual world's fair travels between Canadian cities each year with a long standing history spanning over fifty years, showcasing exhibitions and cultural events across venues in Toronto and beyond.
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Canada
One Consolation for the Man With Fewer Friends
Uncle Eben remarks that the man who has lost all his friends has one consolation he does not gain more tips about hose races from them.
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Eben
Route Six Family News From Des Moines Trip
Mrs Milton Norton visits Stockport while D C Griggs and others spend Sundays at relatives in Wellman and Trenton. The group attends a Des Moines Walkathon and boxing match, notes Edna Knowly’s long walk, and details farm scenes near Newton with cattle and Maytag factory stops.
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Milton Norton
Stockport
Val Fuhr
D. C. Griggs
Cal Griggs
Wellman
Clarence Fulton
David Kleese
Carl Jarrard
Trenton
Edgar Hoyle
Guy Hoyle
Des Moines
Lawrence Howell
John Shebeck
Laurita Griggs
John Sheberk
Alvin
John
Libby Ramsey
Roy Ramsey
King Lavinsky
Chicago
Sean Harris
Philadelphia
Edna Know
Aly
Edna
Herman Carlile
Herman
Beans Fisher
Beans
Newton
Sehuman
Briels
Tragic Death Casts Shadow Over Columbus Junction
Donald Sipe, 21, of Columbus City, died Saturday while rabbit hunting when his gun discharged as he climbed a wire fence. Funeral services are planned in Cedar Rapids Wednesday. Survived by parents Mr. and Mrs. Orville Sipe and four brothers and two sisters. No inquest held. Columbus schools close Wednesday for Thanksgiving.
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Harry Pratt
Columbus City
Cedar Rapids
Fred
Ralph William
Leonard
Ann
Catherine
J. Carson Doncan
Grace Robertson
Des Moines
Atlantic
Helen Green
Harold Duncan
Merc
George Lurne
Opal Mishler
Chester Carle
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