Court notices involve arrests and guardianship actions
A damaged notice reports an arrest in Vincennes over a $20 dispute and a missing man allegedly involved with a wife and children. Separate cases show George Godwin & Sons against MecCann and Beatty continued, a divorce with Sheperd versus Sheppard dismissed, and Mo Smiley appointed guardian for Harvey Smiley due to age and disability.
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Civil War Veteran Slain for Pension in New Jersey
William M. Lewis an 85 year old Civil War veteran was found beaten to death in his Rocaway New Jersey home. Police believe the assailant sought his monthly pension. Neighbor Welter Holding was held for questioning.
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Associated Press
Rocaway
Welter Holding
Police arrest two women and patrolman after booze party
Indianapolis report says Marie Jenkins and Iris Fillis were arrested along with patrolman George Winkler, formerly in charge of morals, after a disturbance at a boozy party. The trouble began when John Billingley, owner of the house, confronted the noise and Winkler allegedly fought him and fired a shot in the confrontation.
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Associated Press
Indianapolis
Marie Jenkins
Iris Fillis
George ‘Winkler
Winkler
Blingaly
Independence unrest tests guard response after race violence
In Kansas on December 18, locals faced fear as national guard troops arrived following a deadly confrontation at a Bramharton white grocer. The incident left several injured and one Black man Noble Green jailed amid reports of planned lynching attempts during the night.
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Kansas
Police arrest after crash in Mingenines Commercial area
Police report an arrest following a crash involving a Ford ardan and a Hudson Speedster near Hudson Street. Authorities indicated minor injuries and vehicle damage as officers secured the scene and began an investigation at the central headquarters.
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Mingenines
William Hunt
Washington
Ganiger’s . Hudson
Pers
Meee Woods
Rae Bend
Unclear fragment hints at diplomatic notes from Mexico City
Fragment suggests a December date and a state department communication from the American embassy in Mexico City. Details are incomplete, with scattered references to Washington and Francisco and a mining map context.
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Washington
D. C
Railroad wreck interrupts service on double header
A railroad accident halted rail traffic as engineers led by Alec Davis and Downing faced a collision. Conductor Vedant and crew rushed to assess damage while wrecking crews from Seymour and Baltimore & Ohio cleared the line. Traffic resumed at 1:45.
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Brtp
Seymour Arul
Baltimore & Ohio
Trafic
League of Nations assembly ends in Geneva
The first League of Nations assembly in Geneva adjourned after five weeks of work. President Paul Hy mans and Swiss President Motte hailed the session as proving the league a living vital organism and cited the founding of the international court of justice as its outstanding achievement.
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Associated Press
Geneva
Switzerland
League of Nations
Paul Hymans
Motte
League
International Court of Justice
Assembly
Cole Found Guilty and Gets Five Year Sentence
Paylor Cole was found guilty today of voluntary mangigyshter in the death of E L Ripley state paceman November 18 and sentenced to five years hard labor in the state penitentiary. EPSOM VICTORIOUS epsom high school's basketball team defeated the Washington high's seconds and third Friday night at the local gym in a closely contested game final score 9 to 5.
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Associated Press
Williamson
West, Ve
Paylor Cole
E. L. Ripley
Epsom Victorious
Epsom High School
Washington High
Washington
Vannigan
Adoption Irish Home Rule Bill Reaches Commons In House
London Dec 18 the amended Irish home rule bill passed from the house of lords to the house of commons where Sir Laning Worthington Evans announced the government accepts the upper house proposal on Irish council indicating speedy adoption of the bill.
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House of Commons
House of Turds
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Irish Council
Denial of Appeals on Electric Line Workers Case
The US railroad labor board ruled it lacks jurisdiction over Interurban and electric transit systems under the Esch Cummins act. Appeals from employees of electric lines were denied, affecting interurban and city transit systems nationwide. The decision, argued months ago, will be reviewed by the Supreme Court for interpretation of the transportation act.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Unite States Railroad Labor Board
United States Supreme Court
Plainville High School Notes Highlight Student Efforts
The Plainville High School bulletin reflects student work and drama. Senior girls prepare for a play titled Awfy Letter while the group also notes activities at the school and mentions a student from Florida visiting after the holiday.
School unity and music honor mark school days in Indianapolis
The piece urges unity in schools and praises teamwork across athletics and academics. It notes pupils misspend holidays and work, harming study, while praising Principal Buck for enforcing decency standards and recalling a band serenade to bid farewell to a staff member.
Vincennes Boy Killed in Arkansas Motor Accident
The Vincennes youth Winn C. Hennon died Friday in Arkansas after being run over by a motor truck. A Cook and Baker training school alumnus, he formerly lived and worked in Vincennes at hotels and eateries. Survived by his parents Lewis C. Hennon and two sisters, his death was confirmed via telegram from Major Hardin.
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Fragmented 1944 Petersburg news note on a night incident
A damaged Petersburg text fragment describes a Thursday night event involving a woman named Anger and a man. The snippet mentions a Voyager field child and a scene of someone being pushed to the ground. Details are unclear due to transcription gaps.
Tuberculosis Campaign Urges County Clinics and Nursing Help
A letter from the Daviess County Tuberculosis Association urges local physicians and the medical society to support chronic disease prevention. It calls for open air rooms, school nutrition work, regular clinics, and a county nurse to coordinate case finding and follow up with families. The association seeks county-wide cooperation to prevent spread and to establish a tuberculosis hospital or ward near the area. The letter asks for case reporting to the nurse and emphasizes ethical, humane action by physicians and lay supporters.
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Local Youth Dies After Brain Tumor Operation
Kinaman, a 27 year old from Odon, died after treatment for a brain tumor that developed after an injury seven years prior. Born September 3, 1893, he was a drummer in local bands and a member of the King of Pythias lodge. Survived by his father and sister, burial at Walnut Grove Cemetery.
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Princeton Boy Movie Star Visits Home in Princeton
The former Princeton boy now a rising film star visited friends in Princeton on Friday while en route to Huntingburg to see his parents and Mrs. Clyde Wright. The article notes his modest demeanor despite early stardom and details his path from boyhood in Princeton to Pacific coast film work and growing fame.
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Mack4Vrig
Huntingburg
Clyde Wright
Inaugural Ball Set to Return for President Elect
Washington committee confirms reviving the inaugural ball as part of the inauguration festivities for March 4. The event, dropped after President Wilson’s term, will mark the new president and first lady’s first foray into society.
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Washington
Ce Indu
Wilison
Chile
Lund
Plans for Roosevelt Memorial Services Across Indiana
The Roosevelt Memorial Association Indiana branch plans a state wide observance of Theodore Roosevelt’s death anniversary. Roosevelt Sunday will be observed in churches with all denominations asked to dedicate one memorial service and sing “Strong Firm a Foundation.”
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Visit Trails End Hounds Sold to Ohio Governor
Petersburg premises report that local poultry dealer Visitsa Trails left for Dayton Ohio with Beg hounds sold seven days earlier to Governor James M Trail. The dogs, pure bred and valued, strayed upon arrival at the kennels with Gov Cox. A keeper believes he knows where one dog is, but the finder will not reveal it. Willis travels to Dayton to identify the dogs, having long shown interest in hound breeding and high prices. Associated Press dispatch notes the hounds’ growing demand among fanciers. Providence R. I. December news item also mentions deaths in Virginia and New Jersey.
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Willis Wan
Dayton
Wiis
Fragmentary Local Notice from Historical Page
Readable fragments show a civic notice referencing Est and local officials. The text implies an upcoming action or deadline but lacks complete details and names. Further context would clarify the event, place, and stakeholders involved.
Carrier Boy Held Up and Robbed of 3 Dollars
The young son of Frank Godwin from the Third ward was held up and robbed of 3 dollars at the junction of the Baltimore and Ohio and the Bic Four railroads on Saturday afternoon. The assailants were three older, larger boys who grabbed the money from the carrier as he delivered times to local subscribers. They fled after the robbery, one shouting Come on Dutch, leaving police with no further identification of the attackers.
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Fire Bug Fires Barn and Homes in Fayette City
A fire bug active in Fayette City and Westmorland County for two months set a large barn ablaze and two houses. The barn was destroyed. the houses sustained about 2,000 in damage. Total losses cited exceed 500,000.
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Warning on holiday decorations from Ames fire chief
The Ames fire department urges safer holiday decor as fires rise each season. Fire Chief William Belcher warns against flammable tree materials and unsafe candle use, advising nonflammable decorations and electric lights. He stresses supervising children around candles and matches and cautions about dry pine needles catching fire.
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Brothers Sentenced in Crawford Court Murder Case
Calvin Mitchell and Alorra Mitchell were each sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of John Lawrence in Crawford County Circuit Court. The jury acquitted Arthur Mitchell after a three hour deliberation. The killing occurred Sept 15 in a yard near William McFarland’s home, with circumstantial evidence tying the brothers to the crime.
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Soldier Wil n desertion theft case in New York trial
John I. Winn of the 48th Infantry faces court martial for desertion and stealing more than $3,000 from his unit. The case traces his background from a German birth to military service and later alleged kleptomania influencing testimonies.
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New York
Wiers Testis
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Former service men plan 20000 armed volunteers in New York
Former commission officers of the UK armed forces launched plans for a 20000 strong organization to aid in curbing crime in New York City. The New York Payee Military Order of the World War called on officers to arm peacekeepers and attend a meeting invited by Mayor Hylan Police Commissioner Enright and Governor Smith at Fane Field. Army officers from Governors Island were invited to attend. The sweep targeted petty thieves burglary and minor assaults with few major crimes reported.
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Cmline Corps
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Captain Blamed in Ohio Tragedy
A coroner jury holds Captain Hart responsible for the sinking of the United States steamer Jaanch Matmearyt on the Ohio River Saturday night. Eleven victims include Hart’s daughter and three others. crew members testified the boat had known leaks and dangerous water, while the engineer claimed Hart ignored warnings.
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Robbers Take Fur Stocks After Safe Foils Attempt
A burglary at a downtown fur house ends with thieves fleeing emptying a safe of fur coats and pelts valued at about 12,000 dollars. Police believe the break-in occurred around 5 30 p m after the burglars forced entry and removed furs including squirrel and Hudson garments.
Noize BARD To FIND Petershure et Tww revenue
Unclear text describes references to Petershure and revenue, mentions unions and beatlegging, a white mule commodity, and concerns about intoxicants. Note: OCR quality affects clarity. the fragment hints at ongoing issues with drink, prices, and safety.
Motion Filed to Vacate Pledge and Refile with Clerk
A motion to file a new puetending notice seeks to vacate prior filings and register a fresh lien with the county clerk. The action centers on the Fargo Express project and involves the county clerk’s office to formalize the update.
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Vacalun Nation
pWelly Fargo Express
Farm hand Harris succumbs after illness in Champaign
Jomin Harris a 65 year old land farmer died Sunday after a period of illness. The death occurred in Champaign and was attributed to a lingering ailment affecting his health. He leaves a family and many neighbors who knew him as a hard working farmer.
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