War era helmet sale and tariff debate linger in report
The article notes that many white helmets issued with khaki uniforms were deemed unusable and were ordered sold. It also covers tariff changes proposed by Underwood including free lists for flax hemp ramie and raw materials, plus debates in Congress over tobacco and citrus duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Weil
Gattwas
Atorney General
McReynolds
Agai
House
Senate E Amittee
Pomerene
Fifteen Years and a Girl from Conalty Town
A fragmented reminiscence from Daviess County about Pearl Conalty of Conalty town. The piece recalls a railroad trip with hints of family loss and town life, noting her quiet nature and fascination with trains and automobiles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conalty
Daviess County
Kansas Fire Insurance Rate War Sparks Regulators
Kansas faces an insurance rate dispute as A E McGregor and J G Bates press for higher fire insurance charges. State Insurance Commissioner L B Lewis demands rate reductions from eight to fifteen percent, warning insurers to comply or risk enforcement actions or withdrawal from Kansas business.
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Kansas
Missouri
A. E. McGregor
J. G. Bates
Chicago
Diredore L
Lewis
Local Social Roundup From Northern Rogand Area
Community notes show visits among Chestnut family members and neighbors. Several households including Edwards, Barlew, Critchlow, Wade and Andis families spent Sunday at various locations, with a number traveling to Bicknell and Washington for visits or work. Families attended children’s day exercises at Belview and multiple visits occurred through the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mason Kirk
Odon
Dell Bowman
Lew Edwards
William Chestnut
A. TC. Nicewonder
Thomas Barlew
Lita
Ora Wade
Cydia
Ruth Byrer
Waudie Critchlow
Edith Wiskey
Bicknell
Edward Kirk
Susan Franklin
Jack Franklin’s
Emma Byrer
Victor
Maudie Critchlow
Stephen Critchlow
Sadie Mallette
Lula Wade
Ruth
Cliudia Byrer
Earl
Delmar Franklin
Belview
Isaac’ Andis
High Cost Of Ball Players
The article notes rising living costs and salaries for ball players since about forty years ago. It recalls early baseball when the Cincinnati Reds paid the whole team around $950, contrasts with modern pay, and mentions a season where the Reds lost none, reflecting fan consolation amid higher salaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Reds
Cincy
Reis
Layger
Motion pictures capture royalty and world leaders in private poses
A fragment describes motion picture cameras filming royal figures and leaders across Europe and beyond. It notes scenes from queens and kings including Sylva of Roumania and Queen Wilhelmina, alongside public figures like King George of Greece, all depicted in private settings and state events for the cinema.
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Camerist
Kimeelt
Wsachinid
Botr
Nicholas
Czartna
Czarwich
Nis
Waltonzo
Queen
Victoria
Fitz
Roumania
Sylva
Charles
Edumanta
Ture
Friedrich Wilhelm
Turner
Wilhelmina
King George
Mary Victor Emmanuel
Elena
Ferdinand of
Bulsally
Peter of
Servia
Draga
Haakon
Maude
Norway
Gustaf
Sweden
Mohammed
Turkey
Fallleres
Miss Kate Zigler Run Over Near Eaglesville
The Brush auto driven by W J Neersemer struck Miss Kate Zigler as she assisted with milk bottle loading near her home on Eaglesville road. The horse frightened the vehicle causing her to fall, the wheel passed over her, yet injuries were slight and she escaped harm. The driver was described as careful and the accident deemed unavoidable.
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Kate Zigler
Brush ‘Auto
W.jr. Neersemer
Eaglesville Road
Odon, Journal
Neerlemer
Local inmate seeks parole after prison term
A fragmented court note shows an inmate petitioning for parole after serving a prison sentence. The document references an attorney, an oath, and the wish that a certain outcome be proven, with emphasis on a parole consideration.
Marriage Ceremony Noted in Local Gazette
Fragmentary OCR notes a wedding celebration held at a local church with nuptial rites and ceremonial details recorded for Tuesday evening. Names, places, and exact times are unclear due to damaged text.
Wedding of Walter Hoffman and Miss Taube
The ceremony was held with Walter Hoffman brother of the groom as best man. The ushers were Joseph Cavanaugh and Erle Luke. A wedding dinner followed at the bride’s mother's home on Meridian Street for about twenty guests. The couple plans a bridal trip east and will reside in Vincennes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Hofman
Ooeph
Cavanaugh
Erle Luke
Orth
Hoffman
Vincennes
Laura Taube
and Hoffman
Knoxunty
Reni
Indiana Announces Auto Registration Law For All Owners
Indiana motorists must register vehicles under a new law effective July 1. The state secretary will issue renewed licenses and two plates. Fees for half a year range from 2.50 for 25 hp or less to 12.50 for manufacturers and dealers, with variations by horsepower and vehicle type.
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Indiana
Sfifty
Basket Picnic Replaces Fourth of July Celebration
The Losai Order of Moose Local lodge announces withdrawal from a large July Fourth celebration. Instead members and their families will gather at the park for an old fashioned basket picnic after city council delayed approval and then granted it.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Losai Order of Moose
Counell
Death of Longtime Canpelburg Resident Larry Meehan
Larry Meehan, eighty two, longtime Canpelburg resident in Daviess County, died at his home from general debility. He was born in Pennsylvania and served in the Civil War era. He formerly owned a farm west of Canpelburg, moved to Canpelburg about ten years ago, and lived a quiet life in his home during his final months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyarry Meehan
Daviess County
Cannelburg
Mr. Meehan
Canpelburg
Shout
Cannel
Mr. An
Pennsylvania
Cankce A
Baseball Rules Then and Now From Early Guides
An old section recalls the fourteen original rules of baseball guiding play. It contrasts historic norms with today’s game and notes how players adopt striking actions within the evolving sport.
Wealthy Swiss couple die by gas in villa tragedy
Eugene Marg and his wife, prominent heirs from Suillardiana, reportedly valued at ten million dollars, died by gas in their Zurich villa Thursday night. The pair, married for years but without public celebration, were found dead this morning.
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Bahn
Eugenie Maggt
Suiladriana
Eugene Marg
Maéel
Zirick
Schritzerland
Peek and Barber Families Hold Reunion in Town
About fifty members of the Peek and Barber families gathered at the east fork of White River Thursday for a family reunion. The noon hour featured a spread. The gathering honored the Rev and Mrs L S McKeown of Vienna and Frank Barber of Louisville who are visiting locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peek
Hindoston Club House Destroyed by Fire
Hindoston club house, a one and a half story frame building about twelve to fifteen years old, burned to the ground Wednesday night. Located near Hindostan falls on White river, the fire’s origin is not yet ascertained but is believed incendiary. The Hindostah Fishing Field organization, mainly Joogvottea and Sholals disciples, used the site as a shelter and recreation spot.
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Hindostan Falls
Anont
Loogoatee
Hindostah
Sir Walton
White River
la Fay
Ansler
the Falls
Local Social Roundup Laced with Visits and Travel
Cloverdale notes Miss Hergis O Dnord visits Sunday. Mrs Nicholas Ryan hosts and Miss Carrie Perkins of Montgomery visits Hazel Perkins. Several residents travel to Sikes Ton and Washington for events and family gatherings.
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Cloverdale
Hergis O' Dbnard
Charlesne Reith
Sikeston
Nicholas Ryan
Dico Sinnott
MaryAnn Eagle
Washington
John Fitzpatrick
St. Joe
Martin County
Carrie Perkins
Montgomery
Hazel Perkins
Pine
Keith
A. M. Perkins
David
Clarence” Winkie
Terre
Hany
Grant Moots
Bester
State ‘Road
Raphael Nathen
Toogopted
John. Fitapatrick
Patterson
Cornettsville
Nded
Children's Davekerdings
County Teachers Institute Set For August Dates
The County Teachers institute meets at Walnut Street with the third week in August. Instruction will be led by Harlan E. Hall of Mansfield, W. A. Farr of Jacksonville, Lora Dexheim and Paul Ghig of Angola. The program includes notable sessions and strong endorsements for county superintendent Pink.
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Teachers’ Institute
Walnut Street
Tugnet
Fonday
Ind
Harlan E. Hall
Mansfeld
Thio
W. A. Farr
Jacksonville
Dexheim Ér
Illinois “State-normal
Igs
Paul
Angola
County
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