Harner Chosen First Ward Councilman By Unanimous Vote
Francis M. Harner of 802 East Van Trees Street won the First Ward council seat in a unanimous vote, succeeding John Yarborough who resigned to manage the City Water Works. Harner will fill the four year term, with the next council meeting set for Monday June 27.
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John Yar- LO
Arthur H. Trueblood
Harner
Trueblood
Arizona
Yarbrough
Petes
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Hoover Nomination Rally for Hoover by Scott in Chicago
Joseph L. Scott of Los Angeles nominated President Hoover for a second term at the national convention. He praised Hoover as a home spun American and a master in human engineering, hailing him as a standard bearer who upholds Republican principles and unites patriotic citizens.
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Chicago
Joseph L. Scott
Los Angeles
Hoover
White House
Herbert Eves
Scott
Ory
Congress
District Moose Meeting Staged in Southwestern Indiana
The Washington Moose lodge hosted a district booster meeting with over 125 members from Olney Bridgeport Lawrenceville Robinson Vincennes Connersville and Washington Illinois Indiana. Two candidates were initiated by the Robinson degree team. Following the initiation, a banquet and musical entertainment were held. The event was praised as one of the district’s best.
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Washington
Farm Bureau Reports County Bonded Indebtedness Totals
The Farm Bureau presents figures on county and city bonded debt including roads, water works, and general sinking funds. Totals show county bonded indebtedness around 1.1 million with annual interest about 51,874.18. city debt combined to 1,880,764.94 with interest near 94,384.18. A. O. Arthur signs as committee chairman.
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Obig
Farm Bureau
A. O. Arthur
Try Your Shear Luck Its Great Fun and Profitable
A contest invites readers to cut out twelve subject pieces, assemble them correctly, name them, and decorate attractively. Prizes are awarded for correctness and neatness, with the governor of an old state as a noted candidate supporter. Participants are urged to inform friends and retain cutouts until the end.
Senate Committee Rejects Bonus Bill in 14 2 Vote
A Senate committee voted 14 to 2 against the bonus bill. The defeat sets the stage for further debate or withdrawal from consideration in the current session. Leaders voiced concerns over cost and scope, signaling a shift in legislative priorities.
G O P Leadership Faces Senate Vote Watch
Five GOP leaders traveled to the Senate to observe the fate of the bill as Thomas urged delaying the final tally to gain time for study. The maneuver aimed to secure support or leverage for passage.
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Senate
Thomas
Indiana Delegates Back Hoover In National Convention
Indiana delegates to the Republican conv ention prepared to back Hoover and Curtis as unanimous choices despite voting 28 to 3 against the minority Bingham plank. The minority favored repeal and led by Henry Marshall urged adherence to Indiana party actions while noting leaders Barnard Haynes Reynolds and others. Graduation news from Purdue and a Milwaukee & St Paul motion for a new trial in a Bedford damages case are also reported in brief.
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United Press
Chicago Stadium
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Curtis
Hiram Bingham
Connecticut
Harry E. Barnard
Indianapolis
Silas Haynes
Greencastle
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Montpelier
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Lafayette
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Marshall
Bobello
United States
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Milwaukee & St. Paul
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Everett
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Close Call for Chas Curtis in Voting Today
Chicago dispatch notes Vice President Charles Curtis faces opposition to his nomination. Charles G Dawes backs him, easing the contest as Hoover’s campaign appeal is questioned. Curtis, 73 election day, has long public service, aided by sister Dolly Gann whose loyalty boosted his bid.
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Charles G.dawes
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Hoover
Publi
Dolly Gann
Charlie
Alice Longworth
Washington
Dolly
Diplomatic ‘Corps
A. Mantuell City
One Figure Shifts Washington Township Tax Take
A transcription error in tax totals changed Washington township collections by 75340002 dollars. The correct figure should have been 83719.97 dollars, altering the county spring total to 449030.62. The incident underscores a township as a big taxpayer amid statewide figures and national events unfold as Hoover is nominated.
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Wallington Township
Washington
Negotiations Break Off Between Mine Operators and Union
Terre Haute Ind June 16 negotiations between operators and District No 11 United Mine Workers aimed at a wage agreement replacing last March 31 terms have broken off The $4 a day basic wage offered would cut the 1931 $6.10 scale by 34 percent and was rejected by the miners scale committee Abe Wales president said the referendum among mine locals planned for tomorrow is canceled
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Wales
Carnival Shows Snare Carrier Boys in City Outing
Carrier boys seized carnival shows with a lively mix of games and acts. The event drew crowds as performers advertised wares and entertained attendees, highlighting local youth involvement in festivities.
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Carrier Boys
Harry Bassler Seriously Injured At Local Dairy
Harry Bassler of 514 N. Washington was seriously cut when a milk bottle slipped and broke in his hand at the Graham Dairy east of Washington. Doctors at Coury Hospital treated 15 to 22 stitches across palm and back of the thumb. he tied a handkerchief to stop bleeding before help arrived.
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Ler
Graham Saree
Washington
Bassler
Coury Hospital
RL. Kleindorfer
Mr. Bassler
Boy Burns From Boiling Cherry Mixture Incident
Four year old Bobbie Holloway of West Washington was seriously burned when he pulled a bucket of boiling cherries from a stove. The cherry mixture spilled onto his face head and shoulders causing deep burns covering the upper body. He remained in serious condition today as Dr. B. O. Burress attended.
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Bobbie Holloway
Harold. Holloway
West Washington
B. O. Burress
Local Golfer John Simpson Finishes 20 Behind Leader
John Simpson, a local golfer, competed in the state open at Terre Haute this week finishing with 309 strokes for 72 holes. He trailed the winner Neil McIntyre of Indianapolis by 20 strokes.
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John Simpson
Terre Haute
Neil McIntyre
Indianapolis
Indiana Editor Is Fined For Contempt
Wabash Indiana June 16 publisher Don M. Nixon of the Wa bash Plain Dealer Peru Tribune and other papers was found guilty of indirect contempt of court by Judge W H Eichorn Bluffton. He was fined 190 dollars and sentenced to 10 days in jail. Mrs Wm Himburg returned today from a two week visit in Detroit with her daughter Mrs Frank Benson and Mr Benson.
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Wabash, Ind
Don M. Nixon
Wabash Plain Dealer
Peru Tribune
W. H. Eichorn
Bluffton
Nixon
Wm. Himburg
Detroit, Mich
Frank Benson
Mr. Benson
City Drowned One Area Missed in Rainfall Tale
Heavy rain of 1.38 inches fell in parts of the city on Wednesday morning while the area south of Washington remained dry. Residents reported showers north of them and dust on roads with crops still needing rain after a day of uneven precipitation.
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Washington
Veterinarians to Hold Big Meeting in Sullivan
The Indiana Illinois Veterinarians Medical Association will hold its annual fish fry and entertainment in Sullivan tomorrow. Local attendees include Dr. and Mrs. Omar Fleenor and daughter Phillis, Jean Good, and the acrobats Clark and Gilley who will perform at the event.
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Indiana-Illinois Veteriinarians Medical Association
Sullivan
Omar Fleenor
Phillis
Jean Good
Clark and
Gilley
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