United Railways Forfeit Mill Tax Claim After Court Loss
United Railways Co. agrees to pay the city 1,829,205.40 to cover seven judgments on mill tax debts from 1903 to 1910, ending an 11 year fight. The total due was about 2.3 million, with excess tied to Transit company assets, which were denied by the court. The Supreme Court ruled against reopening the mill tax case.
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Purdue trainer Harry Clark dies after illness at Lafayette Hospital
Obituary notice notes Harry S. Clark a long time trainer of Purdue athletes died aged forty one at Lafayette Hospital after a prolonged illness. The item references his role with the university and mentions local reporting by Abe Martin of the Indianapolis News. It also briefly notes related society events and local exchanges.
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Weather and notices from December edition
Partly cloudy with probable showers tonight and tomorrow. Precipitation around .85 inches. Marince licenses issued for John Michael Twelfth and Va Francis Dove at 5 Trees Street. East Street and East Vah Newsuits reference. James Lewis Holand and George Mariott listed with Holland to Mary E Nolan et al partition. Stall and Walsh, attorneys for the plaintiff.
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Wreck Victims Washed Ashore After Bear Liner Disaster
Eureka reports survivors from the Bear disaster say many victims were women and children. A lifeboat with about 30 aboard was lost in heavy surf near Cape Mendocino. Five bodies have washed ashore, with crews recovering lifeboats and survivors arriving aboard the Relief and Grace Dollar. The Oregon and other vessels aided in rescue efforts.
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Lusitania Sinking Negligence Suits Filed in Minvis
Two damage suits filed in Minvis allege negligence by Stavasmo Co over the Lusitania sinking by a German submarine on May 7, 1915. Each suit seeks 64000 dollars for heirs of victims, represented by attorney John M. Nelan for Sarah Lund widow of Charles H. Lund and William K. Mounsey and other heirs.
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Catholics Bar Dancing Ruling From Papal Consistorial Action
The papal consistor has promulgated a ruling to raise funds by dancing, clarifying that Catholics may not be barred as individuals from private dances and that religious groups may still hold dances. The decision notes the age of priests and church context as key factors in applying the rule.
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Safety First July 4 Campaign Launched By Federation
The Safety First Federation of America announces a nationwide Fourth of July safety campaign. Over 20 governors and officials across more than 500 cities are cooperating. France sets clocks forward one hour following daylight saving plans? Clocks advanced in Paris as part of regional practice.
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New Hotel for Washington by Gritin
Mr. Griffin formerly of Fieve HL introduces a new hotel on Main Street Washington aimed at rapid growth in trade. He plans courteous service and a good table to attract patrons, inviting families and locals to a safe, orderly establishment.
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Week's Program at Grand Theatre Showcases Stars
Friday Paramount presents dramatic work Aura starring Frederick in a century's sensation. Saturday Polin Willie Q Meares offers The Election Bet and Kaloy railroad drama The Netective's Perils. Essanay two reel The Surprise House and Mary Pickford in The Girl of Yesterday headline five reel feature. Paramount travels South America in latest travel installment. Vaudeville nightly except Sunday. Palline Frederick stars in famous players adaptation The marvelous sympathy with the dramatic role.
Grand vaudeville and sports program at the Grand
Pauline Frederick stars in a dramatic film presented with tears and betrayal as a rival suitor’s daughter stirs love and revenge. Nearby, a vaudeville bill by James and Agnes Wives closes the program. Murray, Tipton, Ganley and others perform eight methods of dance to the audience. The Grays seek to even a playoff series against the Champs as favorable weather draws crowds.
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Radical changes loom for Sunday duties in major shift
The text outlines a sweeping reorganization with changes from top to bottom, promising Purdue style adjustments and a new cleanup role. It hints at a regular shift for a person named Mland and a figure called Finb stepping into a central position. The timing mentions a conference and a weeklong period of transition with new assignments.
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