07 Aug 1920
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Newspaper
Fort Wayne News And Sentinel
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1920
Page
1
Whitley County’s population declined by 1,232 from the 1910 census to 1920, with the count dropping from 15,588 to about 16,600? The OCR text shows mixed spellings and errors but indicates a population decrease over the decade.
Governor Nobarts calls Tennessee legislature for a special session from August 4 to consider ratification of the woman suffrage amendment and other measures.
In Gary Indiana Aug a volunteer group of twenty carpenters and clergymen rapidly erected a church interior and completed the structure in eight hours. Goiten Mather, co founder of Vals University, supported the effort as a firm believer in the project.
En York Chauefeurs renew their battle amid unclear text fragments. The readable portions mention a resumed conflict and references to individuals, with surrounding garbled wording suggesting a sports or competitive context.
The obituary notes the death of Mrs Carrie Tlogmentinn Kress and others in the family. Funeral services will be held at 6:40 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. at St Andrew's Catholic Church with Father Horstman officiating. Interment follows at local Catholic cemetery. Survivors include John Mayer and Joseph Mayer of this city, Mr. Gunt Mathien, Fred Reiter and Mrs B Datlaghar of this city, and Mrs Bret Bolman of Findley Ohio.
The era of a close contest dominates final tallies with Aegin a Hampton ahead by a slim margin and several names like Helen Cluck and Valen wt 5 elous appearing in partial counts. The article notes a Friday end for the contest with a diamond prize and a reunion week from August 14 21 drawing veterans and attendees to Richmond and Petersburg.
The city council discussed budgeting for a deputy city clerk and moving toward appointing a deputy. A heated debate focused on election year workload and the ordinance changes to property assessments and sewer work.
ArchBishop Daniel Mannix expected to visit Ireland as crowds gather in Cork and Dublin for a grand welcome. Officials seek to prevent disorder amid large public displays and parades. Local clergy and civic leaders prepare concerts, rides, and exhibitions to honor the visiting dignitary and celebrate renewed ties between Ireland and the Catholic church. The page also notes local births, hospital updates, Legion events, and upcoming fairs.
The readable segments describe a discussion of military appointment and allegiance, mentioning a commander and a consultative process. The wording is garbled, but it references a ward or area, a possible election or appointment, and adherence to a shore or authority. Names and precise actions remain unclear due to corrupt OCR.
Unclear text reports social dancing tonight and tennis finals at Trier's Amusement Park with mixed results and scattered names. Officials announced matchups involving Mildred Task and Mrs Howard Corded, with unclear references to Cleveland and local venues.
Four year old Jane Vachon daughter of Sylvester and Mrs Vachon fled at home on West Third Street after diphtheria. William Ferdinand Tormuth aged 61 months died this afternoon at 1014 Swinney Avenue from whooping cough. Bell Helwn and Mrs Maggie Wiszer announce funeral details for Sunday and Monday at local homes and cemeteries with Rev Ble Hostel officiating.
Dorsch of 380 Federal Park Place Atlanta has left for plans to manage the Giant Tire and Rubber Company's largest southern district from its headquarters in this city. He expects to move household goods to Atlanta around August 26 and aims to replicate prior success in new post. The Socialist lecture by William H. Henry is set for Lawton Park Sunday at 3 p.m.
A garbled OCR item notes Steen ay Beng sent back to Meo, mentioning department departures and various place names. It references new plats and subdivisions, with scattered details about streets, parcels, and community layout. The readable parts imply a city directory update and planned home sites.
Washington Aug 5 Orders issued for transfer of the 3d and 16th infantry regiments to Hawaii for permanent garrison. Move aims to bolster pre war strength of Hawaiian forces as part of the national defense buildup. Mail planes near end report ready for service as transcontinental mail routes nearing completion.
Injuries sustained by a 10 year old girl named Mira Mazel Malaneon after a fall while attempting to ride between two vehicles on Wathoun Street near 22:45. She was taken to Bt Fosepi’s Hospital in a deriv a condition with head and arm injuries. hospital notes indicate possible fractures. The incident involved Nix Matuingon and a vehicle convoy. victim employed at Iscinon kamp work and visiting the city from HG Leothas Moy.
The American Legion announces a Sunday picnic on August 8 with cars leaving every hour after 9:00 a.m. Contests begin at 9 a.m. sharp and promise activity every minute. Committed organizers invite participation.
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