White River Falls To Lowest Mark Since October
The Spencer Evening World notes White River at Elliston station reached six tenths over the Gye oot, its lowest in 60 years except October 1930, contrasting with last year when rivers ran high and boats plied between Spencer’s river bridge and State Road 46 bend. Roads 67, 43 were flooded then, jackwaters not yet frozen, and 50 degree days replace last year’s subzero cold.
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Spencer Evening World
Patery
Elliston
Spencer
Fog and frost greet countryside with early morning chill
A blanket of fog and a thin frost covered the area at dawn. Farmers viewed corn exhibits indoors while workmen repaired a Main Street business house. A facade work is nearly finished. A local man showed spring flowers to friends. Several witnesses reported seeing Frank M. Hawks, a famous figure, who was accompanied by someone unnamed.
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Frank M. Hawks
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Terre Haute Ind Jan L282 Arrali umient of Lawrence da sou 22 ae water of ween homie a aa hight wed 1 set for Thumorn iere Harris di wel advised Judge Josep Dultey at city court that he would be unable to appear to client today Johnson was brought in the court for a few minutes this morning and shortly afterwards conferred with his attorney Anna Watts mother of the fatally injured girl and other relj were in the court room at no time they were expected to be called before the county grand jury later today to give ce mony on which a first the astas occurred and Z who were held on a charge of gas ranéy for investigation remained in jail Two city officials said there are a lot of small-in Washington et OE gas hd gee de patients refuse Gee health officies A young man who drove up to stop sign saw no one ap ing and drove right.
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Arrali
Lawrence da Sou
Thumorniere
Harris
Josep Dultey
Johnson
Anna Watts
Ranéy
Bold Pike County robbery ends with confessions
Report states three men planned the bold robbery at a local bank in Pike County. One stayed with the auto while the others entered the bank, forcing the vault scoop. Within 24 hours Sheriff and Chief of Police announced arrests of Church and Harper, whose testimonies led to confessions and a rapid resolution praised by officials.
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Elsop
Reipbery
Church
Harper
Pike
Car Stolen From West Van Trees Street Lot
A four door sedan was stolen Tuesday evening from a parking space near the Free Methodist church on West Van Trees street. Local police were alerted but no trace of the vehicle has been found.
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M Sd
Dinols
Reto Loca
Free Methodist
Loogootee Man Hospitalized After Major Operation
George Arvin of Loogootee RFD 2 was admitted to the local hospital Tuesday afternoon for a major operation. The report notes the patient’s condition and ongoing care.
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George Arvin
Loogootee
RFD
Lohospita
Paving Contracts Let For 1 ey Miles Of Highway
Two contracts for 1 ey miles of highway paving at a total cost of 310620.08. State Road 54 in Greene awarded to J. Quinn Company of Bedford for 152559.30. State Road No 1 Franklin awarded to Globe Construction Company of Evansville for 60.78.
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Commission
Mi Ot
Greene
Ee J. Quinn Company
Bedford
Franklin
Globe Construction Company
Evansville
Roof Fires Put Out Near West End Homes
Two small fires were extinguished after roof flames caused minor damage on May Avenue near 16th and at the Wm Waggo home on N W Eleventh Street. Firemen were called early Tuesday morning. insurance cover noted.
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West End
Wm. Waggoot
N. W. Sileventh
Miss Aline McKinney and Robert Martin Visit City
Miss Aline McKinney of Petburg and Robert Martin of Ten were in the city Tuesday, spending time with local friends and attending a community event.
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Aline McKinney
Petburg
Robert Martin
City
Revival Sermon Delivers Stirring Challenge to Audience
The Rev. W. McMoriry delivered a stirring sermon at the arch last evening, titled What will you give me. The address reached a large audience and presented a definite challenge to the ages, reflecting deep spiritual themes and urging personal response.
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Ww. McMoriry
War veteran Poole remembered in local tribute
Elnora notes a long military service by James XL Poole, a World War veteran who spent most of his life in the vicinity, remembered in a hometown acknowledgment.
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Elnora
Tng
James XL. Poole
Wit
Robbery duo fires on officers in Chicago hold up and shoot
In downtown Chicago two 19 year old suspects Clarence Hughes and Isadore Wilkins robbed Baskin Clothing Store at 336 North Michigan Avenue and fled. Police and a crowd engaged in a pistol battle near Wabash Michigan and Wacker Drive, wounding four bystanders. One suspect was run down by a truck driver. both bandits were captured as officers exchanged fire with the robbers amid panicked shoppers.
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Chicago
Wabash
Wacker
Michigan Avenues
Michigan Avenue
Clarence Hughes
Isadore Wilkins
Baskin Clothing
North
Chicago River
Michigan
Wacker Drive
Francis Stanton
Wilkins and
Hughes
Edward Marek
Earl Roark In Local Hospital After Major Operation
Earl Roark of Washington Rural Fire District 1 underwent a major operation at the local hospital this morning.
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Earl Roark
Washington
RFD 1
Bruce Chandler Improves After Unspecified Injury
Dr Walden reports Bruce Chandler improving after injuries from a gasoline train collision. Manila tire relief was discussed as part of care though wording is unclear. The incident involved damage to a site referenced as reibsbeniot with air driving and demolition signals present.
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Walden
Manila
Chandler
Reibsbeniot
Ask Speed in Flood Report
In Mdpolis on January 28 a flood report notes help reaching St Louis after several days' stay. The report emphasizes speed in response as authorities coordinate with agencies and volunteers to assist affected residents and assess damage.
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Is As
St. Louis
Eight Rules For Avoiding Flu From The Democrat
An OCR fragment lists eight health tips from The Democrat by Dr Mor. It endorses keeping home heat balanced, humidity near 40 to 60 percent, getting outdoor sun, eating a balanced diet, avoiding patent medicines, taking iron lime and phosphorus, consuming vitamins and fresh produce, and hints at outdoor exercise and greens though the text is garbled.
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the Democrat
Fishbein
Nate
Red Cross Refuses Government Funds in Drought Relief
Jan 28 report shows the American Red Cross declining to accept $25,000,000 in federal aid. Officials argue the Federation cannot take on general funds beyond its current mission, citing strain of drought relief and need for focused tasks. The central committee confirms the stance as the appropriations bill moves through the Senate and House.
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Amerid Cross
Senate
John Barton
Red Cross
Drouth
Greas and Tay
Sehaielie Ae
Central Committee
House of Representatives
County Corn Show Opens At Daviess Courthouse
The Daviess county corn show began this morning with exhibits received at the courthouse and the dairy legume school held in conjunction. Attendees heard talks on dairy cattle feeding and alfalfa hay as judges prepare for tomorrow's morning exhibit judging and afternoon talks.
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Daviess County
Court House
Sheyns
Ss Arena
Purdue U
Gannon
Greene County Man Killed by Auto in Vincennes Area
A Greene County man was fatally injured late Tuesday when struck by an automobile driven by John L. Baker, a Vincennes businessman, along Road 54 between Switz and Linton. The driver veered to avoid a school bus, went onto the pavement, and Tincher was thrown against the windshield. He died at Linton hospital. survived by widow and six children. An inquest found Baker not to blame for the accident.
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John L
Shebtie Teat
Linton Hospital
Ner
Baker
Divorce by prominent Cleveland woman reported
Indianapolis January 28. A Cleveland social figure seeks dissolution from her husband Dr H Byers, who is alive. The case follows orders to leave their house. In Washington legislative news, income tax bill narrowly dodged indefinite postponement in the Indiana House after Republican leaders argued rules barred reconsideration. The measure remains a Democratic pledge and was sent back to committee.
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Inne Paisiey Pennington
Evel _guieve
Cleveland
H. Byers
Indianapolis
House
H. H. Evans
Newcastle
James M. Knapp
Hagerstown
Knapp
Earl Crawford
Milan
Ways and Ried
A W Allen speaks at Kiwanis Club
Arthur W. Allen spoke before the regular Kiwanis meeting presenting a talk on the value of an investment. Fifty visitors attended as Rev. Roger Winger of the Central Christian Church and Mr Caress performed two songs. The finance committee led by Rollie Morens organized the program.
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Arthur W. Allen
Allen Wire Chariogess
Bedford
Roger Winger
Central Christian — Church
Caress
Fograti
Rollie ‘M. Morens
Shot Jean Klaus Was Simon Whet Appeared in Yesterday's Paper
Fragmentary OCR mentions a shooting involving Jean Klaus and an individual named Simon Whet, with reference to yesterday's newspaper appearance. Details are unclear and portions of names and sequence are missing.
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Jean Klaus
Simon
Mellon denounces compensation idea in World War veterans plan
Secretary of the Treasury Mellon today denounced congressional plans for further immediate compensation for World War veterans as an unmitigated inflationary proposal. He urged rejection of a broader payout and urged careful use of federal resources to meet veterans’ needs through targeted programs.
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Washington
Secretary of Treasury
Mellon
Death closes Indianapolis resident’s life after illness
Mrs Anny Bartoy 52 formerly of Indianapolis died Tuesday night at home after a brief pneumonia illness. Survived by her husband Stella Peterman and brothers Riley and Clarence Riley. Fifteen children expected to attend the funeral as arrangements were made by Riley’s family of Washington.
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Anny Bartoy
Indianapolis
Stella Peterman
Riley
Washington
Wiland Clarence Riley
Senate measure to get favorable act in Indiana
Indianapolis Jan 28. The statewide bill to appoint three school board members by mayors from cities of 10100 to 306000 was set to be reported favorably today by the committee on cities and towns with an amendment excluding Evansville and Gary from its proviso. The measure aims to shift control of school boards to city executives.
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Indianapolis
Senate
Committee of Cities
Eviville
Gary
Democratic pledges dominate morning state legislature session
Reading through the day’s events, the Democratic platform and time‑of‑house pledges captured attention as the Senate examined a pension bill and the House debated income tax measures. A contentious motion to kill the tax bill sparked heated exchanges, with Rep. H. Beans of Newea leading opposition.
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