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Newspaper
Gary Evening Times
Location
Gary, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1919
Page
5
A chaotic, garbled report from the International News Service details an ongoing bribery scandal with conflicting accounts and high stakes. The piece references unnamed officials and unclear accusations while noting intense media attention and political tension.
An international news service bulletin describes ongoing flight related events with focus on afternoon developments. The report notes rising tensions and possible indicators of major movement or decision affecting aviation and security in the region.
The readable bits describe a windy scene with ash and grit in the air. No clear location or official source is present to confirm details such as date or specific place.
A garbled diary style passage recounts a man writing from Serbia about wartime events and losses. It mentions theft of household items, damaged property, and warnings about danger, with surreal asides and fragmented phrases reflecting confusion and fear. The text laments violence and displacement while referencing family and religious echoes.
The Mothers' club of Cary hosts a reception for veterans returning from service. Organizers plan a formal welcome with speakers and a ceremonial tribute, aiming to honor those who served and to provide a community gathering for families and residents.
An overseas arrival is reported for Prank Mayhew. The narrative notes his service in the First Division and his return to 2505 West tch eT, with mentions of his aged grandmother Mrs Mirigabeth Mayhew. The passage references a diary and the end of a wartime assignment before he moved to his home.
A Gary committee plans to meet in the mayor’s offices to outline a program for Observation Day. The community singers have offered their services, and organizers expect a somber service with proper observance.
Evanston boys accompanied by their secretary toured Gary schools led by Mr Tapner and Piney as the group visited facilities and observed operations. The trip was organized by the Myanstean department with oversight from the visiting party’s coordinator.
An aging New York business man claims a free hair growth recipe can stop dandruff and promote strong hair. He says at age 66 his method has proven effective and will mail the genuine remedy on request to interested women in New York.
The article highlights the Willis Ford family wedding with mention of Mrs. Mary Mae as private secretary and details about local figures and civic connections. It notes the bride’s preparation and the couple’s expectations, set against the city’s spring mood and notable ties to B and O Railway figures.
Three Gary men enlisted yesterday for service with the American Expeditionary Forces. Pvt Ward, previously discharged, listed as infantry. Loesch, Harry, and William, all from Gary, joined in various corps with potential for promotion.
A permit worth 19000 dollars was issued by Commissioner Dougao in Gary for erecting brick apartments on POM street. The project is estimated to cost 70000 dollars and will commence immediately with periodic public notices.
A street car struck a Valpo automobile this morning near an intersection. The drivers Pat and Kine reported no injuries. Police and city workers attended the scene as cars were moved and traffic managed.
A court sentenced a resident to thirty days imprisonment and a fifteen dollar fine for an unspecified offense. The defendant, identified as living on Jackson Street, was remanded to serve the term. The wording of the OCR suggests a clerical or transcription error in the report.
A Gary woman seeks a divorce through her attorney Clarence Bretsidh citing domestic abuse. She alleges repeated beating and mistreatment, detailing harm and seeking legal separation through the court.
The readable parts describe a damaged item with unclear names and places. It mentions a front area and a local parish or district, with references to orders or duties and a general sense of disturbance or misplacement. Details are too garbled to specify events or actors.
Readable fragments describe a fatal street car crash involving Theo naagy and friends of Mathias Padeyr. Text references a death and a possible investigation, with mentions of dates, locations, and officials. The passage is garbled but signals a public safety incident and subsequent inquiries.
Fragmentary notice mentions a modern woman associated with Abterten 44 and a change at a store in Post Snid o Meanhey. Details are unclear but indicate a personal or property matter involving oversight.
A garbled Indiana item notes a ceremony at the town hall terrace and a corner stone laying for a new project. It mentions officials, donors, a ceremony in the basement, and a plan to publish a daily newspaper delivery to homes.
The article describes a sweeping Canadian policy to create extensive public playgrounds, totaling areas larger than several U S states combined. It highlights Fort Anne Historic Park, Fort Howe, Yoho and Kootenay style parks, Mount Revelstoke, and Revelstoke National Park with its scenic drives, waterfalls, and alpine experiences attracting tourists.
A garbled report describes a Chicago visit linked to a suspect event. Names and places are unclear, but the item hints at a notable figure and a local response. The fragmentary text suggests heightened attention and possible consequences for the community.
Readable facts are limited in the damaged text. Mentions of people and places are fragmented, with no coherent event or dates. The piece does not establish a clear narrative, outcome, or identifiable organizations.
The copy touts VNAMOND TIRES as versatile and reliable with well balanced performance. They are described as dependable like an all round athlete, not specialized for any single direction yet superior to average.
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