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Newspaper
Fremont Eagle
Location
Fremont, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1919
Page
2
Wartime debate over miners demands clashes with officials who deem a 30 hour week and 60 percent wage increase impossible. Secretary cites seasonal coal demand and safety concerns while noting potential production loss and unequal wage scales. Militants seize I W W hall, burn furniture and seize arms during the clash.
A Providence, Rhode Island report notes a federal injunction halting enforcement of wartime prohibition against Narragansett Brewing, indicating a possible constitutional challenge to the Volstead Act. Simultaneously in Berlin, Hindenburg’s arrival sparks nationalist clashes and a heated parliamentary hearing with Helfferich refusing to answer and resignations and threats of a national crisis.
Silver bullion rises to 1.30 per ounce signaling a 16 to 1 ratio to gold for the first time in nearly five decades. The move makes a silver dollar worth about a cent more as metal than as money, with the last similar level in 1872 before silver demonetization. Experts cite China’s demand as a key driver behind the advance.
Cork Ireland November 15 a Celtic cross memorial to Cork soldiers killed in the Boer War was heavily damaged by an explosive hurled during a Sinn Fein operation authorities report the assault as part of anti British sentiment in the city with no injuries recorded and investigations underway
A fragment describes Denmark's red banner with a white cross as the oldest flag. It notes centuries of unions with Norway and Sweden under a common crown and recounts a 1212 tale of King Waldemar envisioning a divine cross before battle.
A Finland National Council of Women cablegram read at the U S convention warns Bolshevism spread by 1917 Russian soldiers in Finland causing terror briefly. It notes the government gained control and the era worsened famine with bread made from oatmeal and sawdust. gratitude expressed for American aid.
President Wilson, propped in the mahogany bed once used by Baron Renfrew, greeted Albert Edward prince of Wales on his visit to Washington. The prince joined tea with Mrs. Wilson and Miss Margaret Wilson before being shown to the sickroom where the president laughed at the prince’s humorous travel tales since arriving in America.
The National Federation of Farm Bureaus adopted its new constitution with amendments. Members say the document, the strongest union on earth, leaves no room for radicals such as those found in some labor unions. Chicago reports the Nov 15 item.
A fragment notes a cross placed on a flag and a label described as the Danneb t fa, reflecting a disputed symbol or movement tied to the publication’s coverage. The source text is incomplete but indicates a discussion of national or symbolic imagery.
Paris dispatch from Charles Bonnefon of L Echo de Paris portrays Germans as hungry and worn, with the rich controlling food. Berliners receive limited meat, bread, sugar, and butter as raw material prices skyrocket, risking economic ruin unless aid arrives within six months.
Bordeaux reports an attack on Georges Mendel, Clemenceau's chief confidential secretary and nationalist candidate for Gironde. At two, as he entered his car after a public meeting, assailants surrounded the vehicle and struck those with canes and sticks. a pistol fired, shattering the car door.
The article describes a long knee length tunic gown styled for women with a loose fit and a narrow sash. It notes the gown’s popularity and mentions a fashionable option decorated with embroidered neck detailing and an ark olive color.
Gabriele d'Annunzio reportedly left Zara with 1200 troops and went back to Fiume where he was met by an enthusiastic crowd. He declares plans to seize further disputed lands including part of Italy's Trent and seeks to set up an independent state to ease Italy's allied obligations. He left an officer in command at Zara.
Helena Arkansas November 12 Judge J M Jackson of the Phillips county circuit court sentenced eleven blacks recently convicted of murder in the first degree tied to October insurrection to death by electrocution at Little Rock The first five Frank Moore Ed Hicks J E Knox Ed Coleman and Paul Hall face December 27 as their execution date The remaining six Albert Giles Joe Fox John Martin Alf Banks Jr Will Wordlow and Frank Hicks are set for January 2 1920 They were charged with murdering W A Adkins Clinton Lee and James A Tappan.
Budapest newspapers say a revolver fired at Admiral Miklós Horthy former Austro Hungarian navy commander but the bullet missed. The assailant was arrested.
The description notes two rows of buttons and bright color in red silk. Edges of sleeves and a bodice slash are trimmed with folds of red silk. A dozen nickel buttons provide a shiny highlight to the garment.
In Wilmington three Price brothers face murder charges after officers killed a policeman and wounded a second. Fearing mob violence police moved the prisoners to Philadelphia as firearms sales halted and Negroes warned to stay off streets. The slain officer was Thomas L Zebley. wounded patrolman Harry C Pierce was shot three times.
Three men died and about a dozen were injured when a tug rammed a Philadelphia and Reading railway ferryboat on the Delaware River. Roughly 150 passengers were rescued from the ferry during the crash.
Fragmentary note hints at scarce straw usage in a facility, mentions sanitation and metal objects, and includes unclear casual remarks about conditions and people. Limited legible terms suggest a dated, informal report with few identifiable names or places.
A volatile digest reports Marseilles opera house destroyed by fire and Sir Nathaniel Dunlop’s London death. Rio de Janeiro ratifies peace, Bolsheviks seize Yamburg near Petrograd, and Chicago hosts a farmers organization formation aimed at agriculture reform.
Grain and hay prices listed by commodity and quality with per bushel or per unit ranges. Cattle and hog markets show price bands for prime to good, yearlings, feeders, cows, heifers, bulls, veal calves, and hog weights with occasional dockage notes. Sheep quotes cover yearlings western lamb native lamb and lamb feeds with price ranges.
A Boston Transcript quip recalls a tense scene as Mrs Madge enters the parlor with a determined look, prompting speculation that Mr Shyboy may propose tonight. A light domestic moment framed as a pivotal turning point in the household.
A partial, garbled message mentions someone named Rome genta approaching about renaming a business. The text is incomplete and lacks clear details on parties, location, or actions.
An old advertisement touts Pape's Cold Compound as a fast remedy for colds and grippe. It claims relief after two to three doses, opening blocked nostrils, stopping nose discharge, easing headache and feverish symptoms, and notes low cost and quinine-free formula.
In a witty exchange Mrs Faraway explains she has many new gowns with her and must stay in her room to alter them. Mr Newgilt confirms she is present but unlikely to be seen due to the extensive wardrobe.
An advertisement urges mothers to examine Castoria bottles for the signature and notes the remedy has been in use for over 30 years. It states that children cry for Fletcher's Castoria, emphasizing trust and familiarity.
The article notes the club's aviation meet resolution was adopted by a rising vote. It mentions fading military attraction and references Italian perfume scents and a Roman Eye Balsam antiseptic ointment described as for external use with prompt relief.
A playful exchange centers on a flirtatious phrase that champions the saying that a girl is sweet as a peach, reflecting mid century American slang and humor. The dialogue highlights light social banter and cultural shorthand without further context.
A health note extols digestion as the key to well being and promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a safe herbal tonic and blood purifier. Endorsements from Henry Simmons in Indianapolis and Mrs. G P Beeson in Elm Street praise its toning and cleansing effects.
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