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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1918
Page
2
The Westville Indicator proclaims wartime loyalty, condemns German sympathy, and calls for strong patriotic action. It stresses supporting war effort, preserving business vitality, and curbing waste while balancing duty with healthy, productive living.
Porter county politics heats up as Jack Graessie of Chesterton announces his candidacy for treasurer. A local backer bets five to one on his primary and general election chances citing Graessle’s near miss four years ago and broad local support. Also John Graessle is mentioned as a prior near‑nomination contender.
Fred C. Miller proclaims himself mayor after finding the mayor's office open and appoints Edward C. Hanley as public works head. He names Harry M. Miles as city engineer and M. J. Kenefick as city attorney. Krueger's injunction case remains under Judge Loring with jurisdiction established. A quo warranto suit by S. J. Taylor will proceed once a judge is named by Gov. Goodrich to decide who is rightful mayor.
A card from G W Reed in Los Angeles sends season's greetings and asks for a statement to start the new year with a clean slate. He has long been a steady subscriber for more than twenty years.
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