Town meetings, school board, and milk supply debates
A fragmented account discusses Bloomington school board activism, teacher rehiring after public outcry, and warnings about insubordination. It notes Columbus milk quality, Seymour bloodhounds, Evansville transit delays, and political figures like Senator Tillman and Congressman North in contexts of public trust and reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomington
Egbool
AsIt
Mai
Monroe
Nick North
Washington
Long
Cincinnati
Paris
Tillman
New York
Hearst’s Decline Seen After Chicago Loss
The Chicago mayoral race underscored public fatigue with Hearst and his yellow journalism. The defeated candidate’s removal signals a shift away from Hearstian influence, with voters preferring reform and stable leadership over his disruptive national stance. The piece argues Hearst has failed to build power and may erode the Democratic Party’s standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam Randolph Hearst
Chicago
United States
Hearst
New York
Democratic 6
Anarchy Movement in Vincennes Sparks Vigilance Pact
A wartime style letter reports a Vincennes vigilante group of 100 men forming the Vincennes Coragne to enforce law by force if needed. The piece condemns the plan as lynch law and dangerous, warning of secret, unified action against criminals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nes
Northwest
Iran
Vincennes Cor@agne
Vincennes
Vigilante sentiment questions local police reform
A fragment argues against vigilante activity and urges reform within the police. It contends that citizens and officers share responsibility for crime and that any correction should begin with the community itself rather than extralegal actions. It notes distrust in law enforcement and calls for lawful means to address wrongdoing.
Saloon battles grow as temperance push gains tempo
Evansville faces rising temperance pressure as saloon interests rally against proposed draw reprint and Sunday closing order. Mayor Bodine, a German by birth, shifts to a stricter stance after a year in office, citing public sentiment and traffic disturbance. The move threatens local saloon business as closure trends spread.
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Tere
Eafsong
Evansville
Bodine
Bodine H Bwan
Vincennes Urges Cure for Rabid Crime Wave
The Vincennes area faces a panic over robberies fires and murder with a gang of criminals terrorizing the city. Citizens and newspaper warn against mob justice urging steady lawful action to curb the violence and restore safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vincennes
Chizena
Moby & Gang
Moves to Expand City Self Government Faces Veto
Local discussion argues for reducing state interference in city affairs and shifting authority to city governments. A Republican led bill to transfer police board appointments from the governor passed both houses but was vetoed. Supporters say timing could affect the current administration’s standing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Senate
Call and Labor Clash Over Linton Telephones
A battered excerpt accuses The Call of bias toward labor while urging action against the Central Union Telephone Company in Linton. Citizens threaten phone removals as unions press for wage demands, with more than 100 saying phones would remain disconnected today.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Ilf
Central Union Teletione Company
Linton
Securin
Organ City
Telephone Company
Uniong
Belog
Central Vision Telephone Company
Central Union
Chit
Central Union Ed
Oi Dora
Public Labor Dispute Sparks Editorial Attacks
A local newspaper voices strong opposition to a labor controversy tied to telephone workers and a proposed strike. The piece denounces the boycott as cowardly and indefensible, urging citizens to resist support for the action while asserting the public’s right to notice and critical press scrutiny.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben & Paper
Linton Dail
Corakiius P. Shea
Gambling in Fort Wayne Plague of Vice Warned
A Fort Wayne editorial condemns gambling as a social plague that corrupts minds and bodies. It argues vice dens thrive publicly under police tolerance, lure victims with luxury, eradicate possessions, and mock laws, urging decisive action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ft. Wayne
Fort Wayne
Vic
Penalty Stance Sparks Indiana Capital Punishment Debate
The piece criticizes Governor Hanly for commuting death sentences and overriding legislative will. It argues his actions reflect vanity and personal opinion over law and public sentiment, warning the state is not ready to abolish capital punishment. It cites Fort Wayne News and Wayne News as reacting to his policy.
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Specien
Shell
Wayne News
Hanly
Indiana
Hauly
Ft. Wayne
Indiana Governors and the Death Penalty Debate
A state editorial argues against clemency for murderers and cautions that gubernatorial mercy may inflame mob sentiment. It defends judges as competent beyond public pressure and warns the governor to respect judiciary authority to avoid undermining the courts and the legal process. It asserts the governor should not overrule verdicts or substitute his judgment for that of trial judges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Criminal Courts of
Therstate
Oits
Circuit Court
Adgingere
As To The Birds And The Dove Game Status
The article lauds bird study and protection, noting farmers support songbirds for insect control. It cites Colonel Haskins on birds’ insect destruction and references a recent legislature deeming dove testing unlawful, debating whether doves should be classed as game birds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
House
Senate
Fragmentary note on migratory waterfowl law and salts
The fragment discusses migratory waterfowl regulations and a law related to half the fall season. It mentions Indiana, southern regions, and quas or quotas, but the text is garbled and lacks clear details or dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ilida
Indiana
State Fish and Game Law Summarized Amid Flood of Requests
A state fish and game official presents a statement outlining hunting and fishing seasons, licensing, and penalties. It notes open seasons for various animals, license requirements for nonresidents, and county clerk or state commissioner offices for permits, plus rules on selling game and private pond catches.
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Tesorn
Hays
Clark
Marion
Rehgrlés
Fich and Game Commissioner
Ronhiséate
Jseines
Ike
Onia Cof Vietlor
Bass Lake
Eine Pepe
Local notices and transfers bloom in Canfield area
Fragmented report lists births marriages and community updates including births to Mrs. Zotha Satlwax and Mrs. John Green, weddings and engagements, school movements, residents visiting Washington, and real estate transfers in Canfield area with names like Dr. J. F. Michaels, Lyman Carrico, Bernard Spaulding, and Mra. Margaret Slater.
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B. Ryan
Annelburé
Newton Cassidy
U. BL
Wade Goolee
Defente
Ini
John Green
Washington
James
R. Ash
George Smith
Len
Allen
John Smoot
Elmer Carrico
Can
James H. Bramble
Attra Te Linton
Bison
Lewis Brewer
Wes Misa
Annie Glenn Hay
Eure Wa
Hugh Baker
Hig House
George A. Bright
Mills
Mary Wathen
Michael Lundergin
Adrian
A. T. Brewer
J. FL Mistes
Loogootee
Misa Nettle Baker
McPherson
Walker
James Myers
Bedford
Henry Bohnert
Ginjbra
Arthur Ride
Brees
Daily Brothers
Michael Zinkan
Cincinnati
J. M. Inman
U. B. Church
Sahd Dizht
J. F. Michaels
Frank Parker Han
J Company
Grant Myers
Willam T. Myers
Charles Summere
Homer Wildrize
Jp Hradjer
U. S. Brines
Norfolk
Winie
Blanche Thompson
Wishington
Bernard ‘Spaulding
Peas
Arch Karr
Margaret Slater
Ington
Bert
Baker
Ty Toe Soeder
Terr
Are. Urtas Hipsur
Martin ‘County
Bridgeport
Ill
Austin Sharum Ie
National
Jbank
Bernard Spaulding
Marlin Jochum
HH. M. Gary
Ft. Branch
First National Bank
Annie McTegurt
Mrathoya Clark J. Brummett
Moran
Plainbike
Chatles Aidey
Hlartly
Indark Ni
William Bary
Frank
Sidivy
Vincennes
George Rudolph
Weimer
E. L. Raney
Carrie Gideon
Irene Maley
Audery Stickard
Lyman Carrico
Guade
Qushter Paulette
Laogootes
Misa Ethel Carrico
George Brown
Tinton
Pho Yhae
Indiana M O Failures Highlight Municipal Lighting Costs
A report by M J Francisca reviews Indiana municipal lighting plants, noting widespread failures and private takeovers as towns abandon or sell their systems. It cites rising taxpayer costs, political influence over staff, and poor service, with cites including Dunkirk Malone Michigan City Mishawaka Wabash Montpelier Linton Richmond and others. Frankfort and Muncie show mixed results, while Greenfield Peru Logansport and Marion face high rates and ongoing contention over future ownership.
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M. J. Francisca
Indiana
Tuade
Asithey
Toyis
Chesu Busca
Dunkirk
Mattison
Malone
Michigan City
Martinsvile
Mishawaka
Wabash
Montpelier
Linton
Rickmond
Thaly
Jank
Pee Crawfordeville
Bas
Ad & Bitter
Frankfort
Muncie
Campaign Contributions and Republican Attacks Rise
The piece critiques Harriman and Democratic fundraising tactics tied to 1904 and 1908 campaigns. It argues money in politics risks shaping votes and public policy, noting past figures like Taggart and Whitney. The author contends Republican measures to curb corporate contributions were overdue and warns of perceived graft if money influences elections.
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St Louis Globe-Democrat
Harriman
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Tom Taggart
Ae Canvaes
Leverybody
Wai Havemeyer
Cleveland
Republicana
Whitney
Ehremeyer
Republican Congress
Tf Harriman
Trist
Benedict
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Carter
Segur
Wratten
Ator Hemonwsy
Dheimpore
Jenderx
Waning, Willy Hearst
WTA Fire
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Local Self Government
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Bal Corbin
Dugger Sted
Jane Freeing
Elmer Courtney
Christian Church
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Ruby Darnell Jezt
Tyeeday
Judson Jett
Horrall
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H. D. Yorls
Artha A. Willamsof Land
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Wita G. Y C. Carson
H. Moore
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P. Gilley
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Taylor
Margaret Brown
L E. Brown
Alvilda Farris
John Thomas
Atha A. Chamberlain
T. Smith
George Hyatt
A. Sims
R. Wadsworth
H. Pauley
Toye
J. Elk
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Byatt
F. Vollmer
Washington Law
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Frank Arthur
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Ray Jlynch
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Ponaldson
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Urlock
Stra Robert Murdock
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Tick
Sinnott
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Grannon
Pathiex Grawinon
West van Trees
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Ui Heety
Amiel Henry
Hollingsworth
Loff
Ernest E. Hollingsworth
Janes K. Wyhott
Hunt
Lory
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James le Tary
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Bonham - Colbert
Marlin Oe
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