Repairs To Bridge Complete And Route 18 Open
Vincennes Indiana June 28 With a view to keeping traffic moving through the winter and next spring Curtner superintendent Vincennes district of the State Highway system and his force are widening narrow sections opening drains filling holes adding new metal and drag surfacing where needed repairing bridges and doing other work. He has about 150 miles under his supervision and makes three rounds weekly. The district is first in the state to organize and get to work with trucks in service. A fleet including two Art Pierce Arrow trucks with six beds and a road grader will be available shortly.
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Vincennes
Ind
Boe
Curtner
Aart Pierce Arrow
Eva Wwood
Hidh Commission
Thy
Simpsor
Vincen
Indiana coal price rise and local incidents across cities
State board weighs county spending from 40 000 to 60 million as coal trade prices surge due to mine disruption. In Indianapolis dealers raise coal from 7.50 to 9.00 per ton, while prices jump in nearby towns. Robbers smash a Richmond jewelry shop, stealing four pistols but missing $2,900 in jewels. Jeffersonville calls toll roads back to protect taxpayers. A 71-year-old Indianapolis man is fined for impersonating an officer. Indianapolis hosts real estate leaders as state boards rank second nationwide. Wheat midge, called the ug weevil, now infests timbers and fields. fall plowing or winter stubble burning recommended for control.
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Indianarols
Indivi Qual
Jnevianapolis
Indiana Vinwra
Tidtiana Igsua
Tudbenz - Mina van
Indianapolis
Frank N.wallace
Department of Conservation
Mother and six children die in Lawrence fire at Kraus block
A Sunday morning blaze in the Kraus block on Lawrence Avenue kills a mother Mrs James Cartin and her six children aged eleven to five weeks. The family occupied the third floor and escaped were cut off by flames. Mrs J C Conners on the second floor escaped by window leap. the first floor housed a business. The husband, Ay Cartin, was not in the building. he works as chief of night police at a nearby steel mill. Damage is estimated at 35000. origin of fire under investigation.
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Teelweed
Tyne
Severt Peri Atere
Kraus
Lawrence “Avenue
Fie
James Cartin
J. C. Conners
Carlin
Repairs and Delays Mark White River Bridge Work
The White River bridge in Washington Wheatland road repairs delayed traffic as workers fought a river crossing hazard. A heavy truck struck the east end, snapping a support lantern and causing debris to fall. Nearby, two bridges north of Bickwell required fixes after collapses. Edwardsport trucks hauled gravel from the Waite river for surface work, with 3000 yards allocated for immediate needs.
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Jordan
Ewitch
Talla
Fritchton
White River
Washington-Wheatland
Vire
Bickwell
Edwardsport
Vincenneses
Waite
Curtner
Edwardspors
Grand Lodge Elks Convention Heads to Chicago in July
The Grand Lodge of Elks plans its national convention in Chicago starting July 5. The Chicago Association of Commerce hotel bureau says housing will be ample, with downtown hotels and nearby rooms cataloged to accommodate about 100 600 visitors, while special entertainments include a wild west parade on July 7.
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Associated Press
Chicago
Grand Lodge
Elks
Hotel Internation Bureau
The
Chicar Association of Commerce
Association of Commerce Hotel Bureau
Orn
Etetlan
Charce
Chicaca Axggeedhition of Commerce
Itis Sid {Ts
Oiuierk
Chicago Association of Commerce
West of Toses Plans for Hardings Porch Campaign
Washington June 28 Senator Harding the Republican candidate plans a front porch campaign spending most time at his Marion Ohio home speaking to visitors from across the country. West leaders urge a western swing and broader personal contact with voters to boost support. He will also confer with Governor Coolidge and progressives before moving his office to Marion.
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Washington, D.C
Harding
Shoul
Leltfes
West
Marion
Ohio
Dele Wational
Pecon
Hays
Republican Nations Committee
M. Harding
Frelinghuysen
Rarttan
Washington
Leavin
Detectives identify suspect in assault case
A man identified Saturday as William YW Mooney of 3809 Pennsylvania Avenue is linked to a tar assault. The arrest followed a Friday night incident on Broadway and Pratt, with recent valued items missed. Mooney, 23, resides at 425 East Pratt.
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Agy
Mooney
Adianapo
Broadway
Canwenty
East
Pratt
Local Car Crash Report From Wheatland Area
A report to the police describes a Ford auto incident near Southeast Pittstown off Main Street. Vernal Rolfarmel of Wheatland reported the disturbance on a day-evening basis.
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Vernal
Roflarmel
Wheatland
Rodam
Aerine
Pittstl St
Main
Poultry Production and Feeding Costs in Egg Farms
An article discusses the economics of egg farming, noting the high feeding costs and the impact on profitability. It highlights how efficient feeding and flock management influence yearly output and breaks down the relationship between feed input and egg production profitability.
Circus in Germany Stage Show Aids Indian Division
The report describes a circus staged in Germany by the First Division of the Army and notes plans to present it publicly on July 30. It discusses public utility costs and vacancy in Indianapolis, criticizing tax and investment policies affecting city services and public works.
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Hout Ville
Pery
Germany
Kdhefeen
Gecupmwé
Westert
Public Service Commission in Indiana Highlighted
The passage notes Indiana's public service commission as progressive and constructive, stating the current body is recognized as one of the most forward looking in the United States.
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Indiana
United States
Federation Meeting for Veale Township Farmers
The Veale township federation will hold an important meeting Wednesday evening at 8 30 o clock at a pleasant venue. Farmers are urged to attend as agenda items include cooperative plans and community discussions.
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Veale Township Farmers’ Federal ‘Tun
Pleasant
Terrell brothers held in whiskey theft case
Willam and George Terrell of Huron were brought to Bedford Indiana after being accused of stealing five barrels of grain alcohol from a Monon box car at Mitch ell last week. Arrested by railroad detective Shennan Callahan and Mitch ell night officer Billie Sutherland, they face charges in Lawrence circuit court.
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Bedford
Inn
Willam
George Terrell
Huron
James Corbin
Mitchell
Monon
Shennan Callahan
Billie Sutherland
Davita
Lawrence
MESS FURNISHES BOND FOR IN VOLUNTARY MANSLAUGHTER
Warry Hess, charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Charles R. Jordan, a Baltimore and Ohio railroad shop employee, posted a $400 bond and was released from county jail Saturday evening. The bond was signed by FF. B. Rayhill, R. BE. Chapman and James Henry Eskew. Hess faces the September term of circuit court.
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Warry Hess
Charles R. Jordan
Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
Rayhill
R. BE. Chapman
James Henry Eskew
Hess
Turin
Pretty Church Wedding in Washington Society
Pant G. Smiley wed Miss Margaret K. Jist at First Methodist Episcopel church with Rev. Voeil Thompson officiating. The bride, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. FY. List, notable in local society, wore a bridal ensemble and carried sweet flowers. the groom, son of Mr. and Mrs. BM Smiley, is with Travelers Insurance and an active county and city figure. Out-of-town guests included Mrs Trent Risley and Miss Helen Kinnikin. The ceremony featured organ music and a Mendelssohn wedding march.
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Washington Society
Pant G. Smiley
Margaret K. J.ist
Voeeil Thompson
J. FY. List
West Main
Theington Hibshachoal
Tri Kappa Serority
Tar
BM Smiley
Willican Street
Travelers’ Insurance Ecompinmy
Hartford
Conn
Tadiana University
Sthietics
Eitimpus
Pauline Femme
Sweet Pete
Chad
Smiley
Usuans
Chiss India
Uveluck
Tunael Kinnikin
Reidgeport
Ciuy aUibardeds
Thompson
Im Mere
Missouri
Arkansas
Trent Risley
Litt
He Rock
Arkanseas
Mere
John Glick
St. Louis
Havel Kinnfiin
Bre 'Ieport Plinels
Mies Helen Cravens
Miss Exther Slinkasd
Wayne
Ian Alva Miles
Thoomfeld
Marriage Licenses Issued at Vincennes Knox Circuit Court
Friday records show Rindelph Jenney miner of Washington son of Charles Jenney miner of Pike County wed Mira South Thompson daughter of Marion Thompson teamster of Washington. Licenses issued by the Knox circuit court clerk at Vincennes.
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Vincennes
Clert T
Knox
Rindelph Jenne
Miner
Washington
Charles Jenne
Pike County
Mira Siuth Thompson
Marion Thompson
Robinson Horrall Wedding at First Baptist Parsonage
Clem Robinson and Miss Lillian J Horrall were married Saturday evening at the First Baptist church parsonage with many friends in attendance. The Rev Ellis M Jones officiated another ceremony that day at the same church between Louis Frederick Bline and Mixx Della Marie Edmondson, who plan to reside in Washington.
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Ellis M. Jones
Louis Frederick, Bline
Mixx Della Marie Edmondson
First Baptist Church
Washington
Bline
William Edward Bline
Married at St Simons in Washington Couple Wed
Jaho Alva-Simpson and Miss Helen L Padgett, a popular Washington couple, were married this morning at St Simons church. Simpson is the son of Andrew H Simpson, and the bride is the daughter of James A Padgett. They will reside in Washington where the groom is employed.
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St. Simons
Jaho Alva-Simpson
Helen L. Padgett
Washington
St. Simons Church
Simpson Jrr
Andrew
H. Simpson
Aminhid
James A. Padgett
Shore
Fight for Millions Renewed in De King Case
Mary elvin and heirs renew their dispute over a large inheritance from the late James De King. The fight centers on thirds of the millions and involves ongoing court action as of June.
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Associated Press
Curry’s Ford Touring Car Stolen on First Street
Vincennes Commercial reports Frank Curry’s 1918 Ford touring car stolen Saturday night from First Street parking. Black vehicle with a half dollar sized hole in the left rear fender, two 3 cornered tears in the front seat upholstery, new Firestone tires, license 265017, motor 2430194.
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Vincennes
Ponger
Frank Curry
I .W
First Street
Stilian
Swan
Paraguyan Saloon Posts Target Drunkards Photos
In Asuncion the new Paraguayan bill requires posting photographs of individuals convicted of drunkenness more than three times a year in saloons and at rail stations. The measure bans liquor sales near theaters dance halls race tracks and labor sites within 100 meters and lets the president set alcohol content and other health safeguards. An anti alcohol propaganda program will also be added to public schools.
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Associated Press
Asuncion
Paraguay
Senate
Pensions Outlined For Retiring Baptist Pastors
Buffalo June 21 A report by the Ministers and Missionaries Benefit Board at the Northern Baptist Convention outlines a pension plan for pastors after 35 years of service. The pension equals half of the average salary, with two forms: individual and joint with a widow's benefit. Eligibility includes mission workers approved by the Board, with church funding and potential church contributions. Applications open to members 30 and older with provisions for back dues and phased payments.
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The
Associated Press
Buffalo
Missionaries Benefit Board
Northern Baptist Convention
Bourn
Cipal
de Pensien
Marvard Law centennial speech warns on war powers and democracy
Charles BL Hughes spoke at Cambridge Mississippi centennial of Marvard law school. He warned that reverence for self may hinder democracy and warned that autocratic power grows when criminal statutes lack clear definitions. He argued liberty and democracy were sacrificed by broad war powers and wartime measures.
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Charles BL Hughes
Marvard Law School
Cambridge
Miss
Sreali
Free Commonwealths
Yberty
Cpps
Plz
Repubic
Victoriovnly
Doings at Epsom and Around the Groves
Local notes list residents and visitors in the Epsom area. Calvin Perkins Elbert Grove Steaker Critchlow Joe motor to nearby towns. J A McCall Ed Scott and families visit Washington area. Several others named attend social visits and drives on Friday and Saturday.
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Calvin Perkins
J. E. Bowman
Elbert’ Grove
Critchlow and Son
Joe
Ahs
Nora
Charles
Wilson
Elnorm Saturda
J. A. McCall
Scott Sanid
Hyatt Stadion
Saturnand
Herschel Burch
Ily
Washington
Chavis
Wilsons
Charles Wade
Wade
and. An
Celtchlow
Membership drives expand county federation in state
The article notes plans to enroll Jasper Owen and Dubois counties into the parent body, expanding total counties to nine. Local leaders in Brown Elk Hart Perry districts lead drives with start dates in August and September, aiming to affiliate with the state federation and broaden regional influence.
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IR. GL
Themosen
Topeka
Perry County
J. J. Brown
Rockpore
Owen County
Duboix County
Raubal E
Mettsville
Dubuis County
Wall Coeke
B. Leonalda
Lafayette
Wider Hive
Aives Ty Beguime
Hay
Orrantzel
Linate
Ure
Rand
Din C. Brown
Lewis Tosserenor
Ames
Rete
Neetina
Onelaarica
Ms Lites
Ceriarivetuer
Agriculturiats
Germany Eyes Return to Influence in Far East
A historical article outlines Germany's aim to regain status in the Far East, detailing naval movements, prisoner situations, and postwar talks. It references Turkish prisoners, Chinese patats, and various ships and commanders as Germany seeks stronger regional influence.
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Germany
Far East
Knights of Pythias Lodge Hosts Active Meeting
The LeVontey Knights of Pythias held a meeting where a candidate was initiated as a Knight after a ceremony with twelve to fifteen attendees. Officers and members praised the unit’s activity and anticipated new officers at the next meeting. The order, recently reactivated, reports growing membership.
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Real Tuertinge
Enuridbebater
Tera Sarvad
Levontey Knichts of
Pythias
Ino
Diplomatic Care at Tangier Strives for Smooth Service
A Tangier dispatch notes the delicate stance of diplomats as they balance Franco and British interests. The British Charge d Affaires declined a birthday reception, prompting careful messaging and discreet routines to avoid offense. Public opinion favored a quiet arrangement with French and Spanish cooks catering to guests and musicians shaping the event.
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Agserluleu
London
Tangier
George
Former Washington Residents Narrow Escape From Collision
Reported in Seymour and Jeffersonville area a party including Mr and Mrs Parker and daughter Fare, and Misses Nevo and Katherine Avantiims, narrowly escaped serious injury after a car struck a turn at a grade crossing near Columbus. The vehicle returned home with no serious damage, and witnesses described the crash and relief as authorities assisted.
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Washington
Parker J
Repuben
Sheriff Offers Reward for Norris Arrest
Sheriff Faith announces a fifty dollar reward for information leading to the arrest of John Norris, accused in the shooting of Miss Altz Harris at Odou several days ago. The offer may rise to five hundred dollars if another form is involved, with clues required from citizens.
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Faith
Norris
Uncle Sam
John Norris
Mixs Altz Harris
Odou
Behue
Parker family tragedy on interurban collision
An elderly couple, Mr and Mrs Parker, narrowly escape serious injury when their car collides with an interurban train crossing. They and a passenger, Miss Faye Barker, crawl free as the vehicle overturns, though all sustain only minor aftereffects.
Mayor Council Debate Carnival Ordinance At City Meeting
City officials debated an ordinance to regulate carnivals and traveling entertainments. Streeter proposed a stricter amendment with penalties, while others argued the original ordinance would overreach. The council read the ordinance again and handled petitions and permit requests for city projects.
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N.K. Matetin
Aes Stermal
Cheuchter
Wal Tumvias
McPhersem
Wnil
Mygger
Counedt Bess
Streeter
Ty.gitimite Travelingg Entertainment Enterprises
McPherson
Mr. Cavanaugh
Jedée Hedrick
East Single
J. W
Washington
Washington area to close on July fifth for holiday observance
The report notes that Washington will close on July fifth and reopen during normal hours the following day. It mentions a short shutdown ahead of a holiday period and references altered operations during the observance.
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Washington
Wston
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