Anthracite Coal Strike Looms as Production Totals Rise
Washington reports a looming anthracite strike as the week ending August 22 shows production at 2,200,000 tons, up 60,000 from the prior week, while bituminous output reaches 2,500,000 tons. President Coolidge is due back soon as government plans surface, with experts noting little public concern despite rising tensions. In Philadelphia arbitration between operators and miners ends with the walkout set to begin at midnight, and miners reject Major Inglis’s wage- scale proposal as a step toward reviving the old system, preserving their right to strike.
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Bureau of Mines
Coolidge
White House
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Hof
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Coal Indus
Philadelphia
W. W. Inglis
Major Inglis
Wher & Permanent
Darrow to Continue Fight Over Evolution and Punishment
In Chicago on August 29 Clarence Darrow vows to press his crusade against capital punishment and defend evolution. He denies a final decision on his next move and hints at debates or independent lectures to widen the dispute with fundamentalists.
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Chicago
Clarenoce Darrow
United Press
Darrow Fett
Insurance Chief Warns Indiana Citizens of Fraud Policy
Indianapolis, Aug. 29. Thomas McMurray state insurance commissioner warns residents against alleged fraudulent insurance policies tied to Florida real estate. He brands as bogus a policy promising 1500 on policies tied to property valued at 1000 with no expiration date, claimed to be issued by the International Lloyds Company.
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Indianapolis
Thomas McMurray
Indiana
McMurray
International Lloyds Company Ee
Gasoline price war spreads to Midwest cities
The Standard Oil company of Indiana matched rivals by cutting gasoline prices by two cents a gallon in its territory. The move affected Des Moines and nearby areas, Kansas City Missouri, and Wichita Kansas, as the western spread of the price war continued from the East.
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Indiana
Chicago
Standard Oil Company of
Des Moines
Kansas City
Wichita
Kan
Gasoline motor car collision injures railroad worker
Peru Ind Aug 29 James Morris a telegraph lineman for the e and Ohio railroad was seriously injured early today when his motor rail car collided with a section gang hand car. His skull was fracture but condition not stated.
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Peru
Ind
James Morris
E & Ohio Railroad
Falls from scaffold claim life of worker in Washington area
A man named Sami died after falling from a scaffold while working near Alice Townshipville, Washington. He suffered severe injuries and was transported to the hospital, but doctors said his wounds were life threatening and could not be repaired.
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Sami
Washington
Alice Townshipville
Bandits Raid Three Villages Across the Border
A bandits gang raided three villages overnight cutting telegraph lines and looting about $7,000. The attackers fled into the hills as authorities pursue them and locals report fear and confusion in the affected areas.
Prisoner Ward Held as Captors Decide On Release
The ward remains held by captors with authorities at Kirkinin, as legation officials negotiate to secure release. Constant was sent to the authorities in an effort to advance the diplomatic handling of the case.
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Adit
Constant
Wege
Kirkinin
Nighttime urge prompts safety concerns at Brigde opening
A fragment indicates concerns about staying safe at night as the Pridge area plans an opening event. Details are unclear but emphasize caution and security for evening activities near the bridge.
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Pridge
Pendleton Man Arrested for Forgery While On Duty
A Pendleton man was arrested while serving with a governing body on forgery charges. Police reported the suspect engaged in fraudulent activity during official duties, triggering an investigation and subsequent detention. Further details were not immediately released.
American cowboy murdered by bandits in Mexico
A U S state department report says an American cowboy was killed by bandits near Juarez Mexico. The American's name has not been released and the Mexican government will investigate. The American consul at Juarez conveyed the information.
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Mexico
State Department
Washington
An Bhoy
State ‘Department
Juarez
France's Surplus Women Create A Hard Problem
Aug. 29 report on marriage raises national debate over French women marrying foreigners. discussions note possible change in nationality laws and effects on population, with public figures including Mistinguett, Henry Kistemaeckers, Francois Marsal, Mile. Devile Sorel weighing mixed marriages versus tradition.
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Pabis
Mile
Migtinguett
Reac
Otte
Senate
Chamber
Rious
Mistinguett
Irregularities Charged in Indianapolis Voter Figures
William Claver, Democratic city chairman, charged in Indianapolis that Republican figures are padded. He cited a conflict between 101,000 registered voters certified by the city clerk and 96,009 votes certified by the election board. He suggested ballots or registration sheets may have been improperly counted or padded.
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Indianapolis
William Claver
Claver
Election Board
Coogootee Boys Facing The Law Over Stealing Spree
Nine Loogootee youngsters aged 8 to 13 await court actions after alleged thefts targeting traveling men at a local hotel. Guns and rifle thefts linked. one boy identified as ringleader. Matty Blair, previously arrested for a separate Holdup, faced charges of grand larceny with tires rims tubes and an auto top stolen. bond set at $600 and he was bound over to circuit court.
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Loogootee
Loogootee Police
Dobbyn
Ater
Matty Blair
Squire Theodore McCord
Charles Hall
Spoint’s Springs
Daviess County Farmers Hopeful Over Corn Prospects
Farmers in Daviess County report a promising corn crop despite recent storms. Dry weather and cool nights accelerate maturation while some fields suffered wind damage but are not seen as lasting harm. A northeast farmer warns against excessive growth to avoid problems this winter.
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Daviess County
Washington
Cora
Rough water delays Miss Ederle’s English Channel try
Grisnez France August 29 The English channel today again altered the plan for America’s young swimmer Miss Gertrude Ederle with rough water delaying her cross attempt to Sunday or Monday.
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Ederle
Grisnez
France
English Channel
Alain Storsmy
America
Gertrude Ederle
Dwight Mitchell Leads After 18 at State Amateur Golf
At French Lick in August, Dwight Mitchell stood 3 up on Robbie Resener at 18 holes in the state amateur golf tourney finals. Mitchell led as the match reached the turn, showcasing strong iron play and morning momentum. Resener remained within striking distance heading to the back nine.
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Dwight Mitchell
French Lick
Robbie Resener
Kokomo
Arrested OSU Students Ride Home From Kansas Fields
Three young men claiming to be Ohio State University students were arrested for riding a train without tickets after traveling home from Kansas harvest fields. In Magistrate Sheley's court, B O Policeman James Sullivan testified. They were fined one dollar and costs and released. They said they preferred to save their money for college education rather than buy a railroad ticket, choosing to “bum” their way back.
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Ohio State University
Ohio
Kansas Harvest Fields
B. O
James Sullivan Titsing
Sheley
New Postoffice Building Ready in North Vernon
Construction of a new postoffice building at North Vernon is complete and ready for occupancy. The project cost $50,000.
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Postoffice
North Vernon
5000 At Farm Meeting Demonstration At Purdue Farm
Five thousand people attended the fifth annual field demonstration at the Purdue University experimental farm near North Vernon. The event showcased agricultural practices and possible innovations for local farming communities.
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Purdue University
Ental Farm
North Vernon m
City launches courtesy push for state fair visitors
Indianapolis officials and business groups unite for a courtesy week during the state fair opening September 7. A Hoosier Motor Club committee will judge traffic officers and workers for courtesy, with prizes and numbered armbands to identify participants, as readers letter suggestions aid selections.
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Indianapolis
Eets
Chamber of Commerce
Ivié
Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce
Shank
Hoosier Motor Club
Hoosier Auto Club
Tra Cop
Christian churches plan for great county meeting
Rev. Harry F. Lett of the First Christian church reports a large gathering planned for the county meeting of the Christian churches of Daviess county at East side park tomorrow. Delegations from communities are expected with some churches aiming to bring their entire membership for a day of good activities.
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Harry F. Lett
First Christian Church
Christian Churches of
Daviess County
Eastside Park
Man 52 Marries 15 Year Old To Protect Her
New York August 29 reports a sensational tale of a 52 year old wealthy manufacturer August Laggren marrying 15 year old Alice Vikaro to “protect her.” Laggren stated the marriage was to shield her. The article mixes social event details and church notice about local Bible school activities and a county-wide church gathering with music and dinners.
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Man
New York
Alice Vikaro
August. Laggren
Laggren
Caillaux to Visit U S for French Debt Talks
France’s Finance Minister Caillaux is expected to travel to the United States to discuss funding for France’s debt. He is likely to sail aboard the Paris steamer on September 16 from Paris.
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Caillaux
France
Paris
Foreign Office Today
Cailomb
United States
America
Seid
Florence Roberts dies of heart disease in Hollywood
Florence Roberts, 47, wife of famed screen actor Theodore Roberts, died suddenly in Hollywood today due to a heart attack. The couple's family and colleagues express shock as authorities begin an immediate inquiry into the actor’s widow's sudden death.
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Hollywood
Calif
Florence Roberts
Theodore Roberts
Meteorite of 269 Pounds Falls in Alsace in 1492
A 269 pound meteorite reportedly fell over Alsace in 1492. The event is noted as a historic meteor fall with limited accompanying details.
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Alsace
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