Ed Jackson Sworn In As Indiana Governor In 31st Ballot
The Indianapolis ceremony marks the 31st governor of Indiana with Ed Jackson taking the oath of office. Lieutenant Governor Harold Van Orman also inaugurated, with Emma Baton White notable as the first woman to hold a state office in Indiana. Officials and lawmakers attended as Jackson urged cooperation and impartial service.
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Stone Nomination Delayed by Senate Panel
Washington dispatch reports Attorney General Stone's nomination to the Supreme Court was held up today by the Senate Judiciary Committee for further study of charges of unprofessional conduct by Col. James Owenby of Colorado. The delay follows scrutiny of Stone amid calls for more evidence before confirmation.
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Colorado
Seven Black victims die in Caldwell fire
Caldwell New Jersey scene reports seven Black residents perished in a house fire. Two women and five children were among the dead when the home burned down today, authorities said.
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Range Co Stockholders to Meet
Range Co. stockholders are called to meet at ten o clock morning at the factory office. Attendance is restricted to holders of stock, and all subscribers are urged to attend this important gathering.
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Leonard Age
Lias
Governor Emmett F. Branch Eyes Political Comeback
The Martinsville notes describe Governor Emmett F. Branch planning a return to politics after his term ends. Ed Jackson advances as a political figure and Branch aims to stay out of politics, though friends doubt his ability to avoid public life. The departing governor had pushed a state conference on grade crossing safety and accident reduction.
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State Conference
Fog Disrupts Paris Traffic In Dense Fog
In Paris Manitoba three suburban trains were wrecked and many motor buses collided amid heavy fog. Street traffic disrupted as rescue efforts followed. Cherles Gondra a B and O conductor and Mrs Edward Brenton of Petersburg were taken to Daviess County Hospital for major operations.
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House Appropriation Bill Passes in Short Session
The Indiana House approved a $100,000 appropriation for session expenses in a brief meeting before governor elect Jackson is inaugurated. A joint session canvassed votes on the governor and adjourned for inaugural ceremonies. Speaker Leslie prepared committee lists, though timing for announcements remained unsettled. Lieutenant Governor Van Ormuti delivered Senate appointments, delaying formal transfer of power.
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Emmerling dies in fatal Baltimore and Ohio yard accident
Lester Emmerling a 31 year old Baltimore and Ohio brakeman was crushed by a caboose wheel in Flora New Jersey while helping with a draw bar on extra 2858. He fell from the train and suffered fatal injuries. Funeral arrangements follow.
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Baltimore and Ohio Railroad
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Lester
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William Horney
Wheatland
Annexation Bills for Washington City Tonight
City council meets in regular session to consider six annexation ordinances for nearby territory. Second reading to follow, with strong opposition and remonstrances expected from property owners in the annexation areas.
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Notice of Hearing on B&O Trains 65 and 6 Suspension
Official notice from the Public Service Commission announces a hearing at 1 30 p m on Thursday January 29 in Washington to discuss the proposed discontinuance of Baltimore and Ohio trains 65 and 6. Representatives from towns along the line are expected, while trains will continue to operate until a final decision.
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J. C. Penney to Open New Cabellot Street Branch
A new J C Penney Co branch store will occupy the building at Cabellot and East Second and Market streets. The opening features souvenirs and a dance with music by Clifford Allen. A Palace of Sweets building, damaged, is being repaired by Klingensmith and Dillon and should finish by February 16.
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Palace of Sweets
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J. C. Penny Co
Houghton Likely Appointed Kellogg Ambassa dor to England
Washington reports Ambassador Alanson Houghton is expected to be named to England, replacing Frank Kellogg. If true, Sen. Mell Dormerick or Henry Fletcher could fill Berlin as ambassador to Germany. Kellogg to become secretary of state on March 4.
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Alanson Houghton
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England
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Linois
Henry Fletcher
Belgium
Berlin
Kellogg
Charles S Vaus Wughes
$15 000 000 Concern Halts Operations
St Paul Minn January 12 The Great Northern Securities and Loans association a 15000000 concern halted operations today under orders of the state superintendent of banks A total of forty eight criminal cases were stricken from the docket of the Knox circuit court with the calling of the cases the past week four of them being dismissed one by the court and three on motion of Prosecutor Young and forty four were suspended subject to being recalled for trial at some future time
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Changes in Cabinet and Diplomatic Posts Under Coolidge
President Coolidge plans rapid reshuffling of the administration. Charles B. Warren of Michigan is named successor to the secretary of state who resigned Saturday. Harley Fiske Stimson is elevated to the Supreme Court bench. Kellogg, ambassador to the court of St James, will accept a new post. The president orders attention to filling diplomatic vacancies by March 4.
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Kansas Governor Davis and son arrested on bribery charge
Governor Jonathan Davis of Kansas and his son Russell were arrested on a warrant alleging deception in a $1,250 bribe scheme tied to a pardon for Fred Pollman. They appeared at the courthouse to sign bonds as authorities prepared for an inauguration.
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Locomotive Falls Down Embankment Near Union Station
A locomotive from Paul, Minnesota, derailed after plunging down a 5 foot embankment just outside Union Station. The engineer and fireman suffered serious injuries as the engine toppled onto the Western tracks after a passenger train from Chicago had cleared the area moments earlier.
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Vincennes Woman Ela Hitt Dies at 78 in Church Community
Ela Hitt of Vincennes aged 78 died early Sunday at one o clock after years of service as a teacher at the SL Jo Catholic school. She had long worked as a member of the First Math church in Vincennes and retired from teaching later in life.
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Oahu
Vincennes
Unclear OCR fragment reports casualties in attack
Fragmentary text mentions destroyed targets and claimed killings, but details are unreadable. The snippet lacks verifiable names, places, or dates to specify who was killed or where the incident occurred.
Paris to Begin Dawes Payments at Fixed Rate
A Paris official announces that Dawes plan payments will start in 1926 at a set rate with yearly marks. British circles expect formalization at tomorrow's conference session. The arrangement secures priority cash rights on American credit on the Rhine as powers approve the plan.
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Ys Rhine
State public service board denies excess expenditure charges
Samuel Artman, chairman of the State Public Service Commission, denounces a report accusing the board of excess spending as untruthful and delinquent. He defends administration expenses showing an increase from $1,000 to $8,000 last year and asserts no improper expenditures.
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Rosa Goodty Laid To Rest At Oak Grove Cemetery
The obituary notes the funeral for Rosa Goodty was held at noon at Oak Grove Cemetery after the most impressive services at the Christian church. Hundreds of attendees, including mourners, gathered to pay respects as her mortal remains were laid to rest.
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Lee cIntestt
Oak Grove
Fire Losses In Washington Reach 6922 In 1924
According to Emanuel Yates chief of the department the year 1924 saw fires causing 6922 in losses. The report details damaged buildings and scope of destruction across the city. Alarm activity totaled eleven with fifty eight of the calls relating to property damage and five districts experiencing most incidents.
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