McAdoo strengthens bid as ballots shift in Democratic race
From a New York dispatch dated July 2, McAdoo gains momentum in a series of Democratic national convention ballots. Despite deadlocks and mass floor strategy, his supporters push for broader gains, with shifts noted on the 32nd and 38th ballots and talks of a final bid to secure delegates.
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New York
William Jennings Bryan
Bryan Endorses McAdoo at Democratic Convention
At Madison Square Garden Bryan thrust into the platform naming favored presidential contenders for the Democratic ticket. He endorsed William G. McAdoo and criticized Al Smith while noting other possible nominees including Murphree Daniels Robinson Ralston Meredith and Charles Bryan. The crowd reacted with cheers and boos as Smith delegates denounced McAdoo.
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Ballot progression shows McAdoo leading in early rounds
Historical ballot totals list candidates McAdoo Underwood Smith and others across thirty-eight ballots with repeated tallies. Notes mention Mississippi and Oklahoma switching to McAdoo and the convention entering an uproar as rounds progress.
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Salsbury Ferrie
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Oklahoma
McAdoo
Owen
Meade Takes Change for Worse
E. E. Meade, brother of Frank Meade, was reported in critical condition after shooting himself in a garage behind his hire shop in Indianapolis. He was taken to city hospital. earlier reports said he showed improvement, but a late update indicated a rapid decline with little chance of recovery.
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Indiana
Chaudauguin guarantors plan meeting highlights
A chaotic meeting discussion centers on guarantors quitting and securing tickets for a chautauqua contract. Attendance is uncertain as sponsors prepare for a sale and consider health and safety measures.
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Indiana hits July Fourth at Hoosier Motor Speedway
A large crowd expected for the 100 mile race at Hoosier Motor Speedway Italy Fourth. The event features a 200 lap dirt track race on a half mile track with aeroplane stunts and stacked car races planned as part of the Fourth of July programs.
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Hoosier Motor Speedway
Italy
Beaten and Robbed Youths Target Culver Home
Wandtah July 24 reports 68 year old P. J. Culver beaten and robbed by two youths he befriended. They attacked him in his home area near the road, slugging him and stealing ten dollars in change. Culver, though weak from blood loss, drove his car home eight hours after the assault.
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Ed Sone
Woman Motorist Kills Little Boy Near New Carlisle
A motorist identified as Mrs. William Dinn of Gary struck and killed a boy who ran to grab the mail two miles west of New Carlisle. The coroner ruled the driver not responsible. Mrs. Dinn was traveling with Mrs. Joseph Fleck of Chicago on what was to be a visit to Ohio.
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New Carlisle
William Dinn
Gary
Linn
Joseph Fleck
Chicago
Ohio
Long distance tax repeal to cut charges July 2
The 1924 revenue act repeal abolishes government taxes on toll calls and long distance messages in the United States effective midnight July 2. Fr Huffman of Indiana Bell notes subscribers now pay about 200 90 00 annually and 17000 per month in toll tax, with five cent minimums and ten cent charges on higher rates. The lower costs are expected to increase long distance use and business.
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Early Friday Printing Notice for Independence Day
The newspaper will print early Friday morning for the July 4 holiday and delivery to homes will be adjusted accordingly. Advertisements should be submitted to the Democratic office by the stated deadline.
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Ford Deliveries Grow Amid June Demand
The McGuire Sales Agency reports thirty Ford deliveries in June as auto demand climbs. Despite occasional customer delays, deliveries were generally swift with models across the line going to a long list of buyers and businesses.
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W. A.hunter
Edward Frye
Dealers Selling Obscene Literature in Indianapolis
Indianapolis reports show dealers continuing to sell obscene literature despite warnings. Prosecutor Rahig states authorities will present cases to the county grand jury, with one man pled guilty to continued operation and another connected case involving a missing child.
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Rahig Ree
Kiwanis Club Hears Purdue Road Construction Talk
Kiwanis members heard Ben H. Petty assistant professor of road construction at Purdue University discuss county highway needs. He noted Daviess County spends 80 000 on 360 miles of roads this year at 220 per mile, far below Indiana's 600 per mile standard. He urged state and local cooperation, highlighted road schools, and called for more funding and road painting of bridges. Continued on Page Four.
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Union
Election returns shown at Grand Theater tonight
The Grand Theater will display election results from the Democratic convention on its screen tonight, inviting attendees to view ballot outcomes as they are tallied.
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Mims Billea O'Brien Dies Suddenly in Indianapolis
Mins Billea O'Brien, 59, of Indianapolis, died suddenly from apoplexy and was found in her bed Tuesday morning. Born near Ogootee in September 1866, she lived in Loogootee Bellam years, traveled Europe, and worked as secretary for the Pldechuts Sanatitfam in Indianapolis. She is survived by five brothers and a cousin. Funeral arrangements are pending with services at St. John's Church, Leompaoinas, and burial at St. John's Cemetery.
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