Alienist testimony on Russell Scott insanity in court
Chicago August 4 Russell Scott’s mental state is challenged as Dr Carl Hulbert a veteran psychiatrist testifies he is insane and should not be hanged. Judge David cautions the defense to stick to facts and dates as testimony unfolds with conflicting statements from witnesses and a tense courtroom exchange.
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Anthracite wage talks loom amid conference dispute
In Atlantic City New Jersey on August 4 persistent talk of a withdrawal from the coal wage conference grows. Samuel Warriner, chairman of anthracite operators, would attend the meeting at 8 p.m. amid pressure from Mine Workers leader L Lewis who demanded Warriner attend. Lewis declined to comment on Warriner's stance.
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Soviet plan for rapid industrial growth disclosed
United Press reports Leon Trotsky in an interview revealing Soviet policy to accelerate collectivization and industrialization. He criticizes Western governments for propaganda and asserts Russia will grow into a major factor in world trade within years.
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Movie Wreck to Be Filmed Wednesday in Hollywood Style
Washington society braces for a shock as the Democrat two reel comedy drama A Day in Hollywood plans a big outdoor wreck scene at Main and East Third Streets. Director Hughes says ample police will protect the crowd while interiors are shot at the Grand theater with powerful lights. The cast includes Miss Polly Boyd, Hugh Cox Jr, Carl Gordon, Dorcas Gross, and others. The film aims for a Tuesday showing after rapid development and editing.
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Riker Trust Dispute Demands Accounting and Trustee Removal
Plaintiffs in the Davises circuit court seek an accounting and $500 judgment against John A. Riker Blanche E. Shake and others. They urge removal of trustees and appointment of a new trustee to oversee property conveyed December 29 by John L. Riker to John A. Riker and Blanche E. Riker for the benefit of named heirs. Hastings and Allen represent the plaintiffs.
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John Downey Dies During Operation in Indianapolis
John Downey former practicing attorney in Washington and Martin County died at 3:30 PM Monday at St. Vincent Hospital Indianapolis after a week of treatment. He was 72 last February. His body returned to Vincennes and from there to Sacred Heart country home. Funeral at Sacred Heart Church Vincennes then burial in St. John’s Cemetery Washington. Surviving family includes widow, two sons George and Clem Downey, and four brothers among others. Downey held high regard in Daviess County Bar and served as Washington mayor once. He was a Catholic and Vincennes Knights of Columbus member.
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Taxpayers Seek Block on Anti Evolution Law in U S Court
John Neal, chief defense attorney in the Scopes trial, filed a petition in United States district court seeking to enjoin enforcement of Tennessee's anti evolution law. The document argues the measure deprives children of truthful knowledge in public schools.
County Road Petition Faces City Consent Barrier
The Board of County Commissioners anticipated ruling on a petition for a county unit road along Memorial Avenue from Walnut Street to Eastside Park. It held no jurisdiction since the road lies within city limits, requiring city consent. The city faces a circuit court action over street improvement at abutter expense. Separately, the commissioners ordered a township road in Elmore continued, with bids and bond sale set for September 9 and contract letting at 7 p.m.
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Impeachment of Dr King Considered by Indiana Board
Indianapolis August 4 The state board of health moves to impeach Dr William F King secretary over malfeasance charges. Board votes to hand records to state board of accounts for investigation and to meet Monday to consider removal and audit of King records amid salary increase allegations.
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Winners Named in Vincennes Lawn Beautification Contest
A three judge panel selected by Mayor McCarty determined contest winners for the city beautification event in Vincennes. Judges John Grayson Thomas Browning Merle Abbott and a public schools representative toured contestant homes and will finalize awards tomorrow. Forty six entrants competed with many lawns praised for their green thriving appearance amid improved streets.
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Leonard Range Co Note Suits Filed in Circuit Court
Moore suits against stock buyers of the defunct Leonard Range Co seek repayment of notes. Receiver Wiley Hastings through attorneys Alten Hastings Alten alleges judgments against Sam Barnett 57.25 John Codosh 60 George Gilliatt 120 Truman Smith 132 Lafayette Gilley Herman McCrisa Ken 112.5 for repayment in circuit court.
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Peace Monday Afternoon Fine Issued
A court on Monday afternoon imposed a fine of five dollars plus costs after a peace-related offense.
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Carnegie Public Library Budget Sets Five Cent Levy
Trustees for Carnegie Public Library adopted the 1926 budget totaling 6730 with books 4500 periodicals 160 binding 0 salaries 2520 fuel 350 rights 150 stationery ibe misc 100 water ice 50 repairs 600 furniture 700. The board fixed a five cent tax rate per $100 of taxable property for the coming year. Objections to object 8? trustees also voted to bid for a coal lump loan on August 17 at 7 30 PM.
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Kids Needed for Movie Scene at Democrat Office
On Thursday at 1 30 pm a children’s scene will be filmed requiring five to twelve year olds. Parents may send or bring their kids to the Democrat office shortly before the shoot and the director will supervise and return them home after the scene.
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Rio Grande flood threat as Fort Bliss guards dykes
El Paso Texas August 4 soldiers from Fort Bliss and others pressed into service guard the dykes along the flood ed Rio Grande south of the city. More than fifty homes have been swept away and thousands of acres of panelled land damaged by the rising waters.
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Vanderburgh grand jury indicts notaries in absentee voting case
Evansville Ind Aug 4 Vanderburgh county grand jury returned 141 indictments against Fred Measer and H W Kumler notaries who witnessed absent voters in the city primary last May. They are charged with falsely attesting to ballot applications and signatures on ballots.
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Ambassador Bancroft Will’s Body Sent Home
The Japanese cruiser Tama will depart Thursday carrying the remains of American ambassador Bancroft Will and reach San Francisco on August 22, delivering the envoy’s casket to the United States after his death.
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Death of Claude Saunders Local Barber
News arrives of Claude Saunders death at his new home in Washington after years of ill health. Formerly a barber in the opera house building and earlier in the saloon business, he had recently moved to California seeking health. Burial likely in Washington, with Mrs. Saunders notifying relatives.
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