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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1920
Page
1
The State Tax Commission faces scrutiny for an arbitrary interpretation of the Tut Hill-Kiper measure, with critics accusing the board of meddling in tax policy. The report notes controversy over how the measure is applied and potential implications for jurisdiction and revenue.
Aug 21 Indianapolis reports show Shelbyville Democrat commentary criticizing the state board of tax commissioners for canceling horizontal tax relief, reimposing blanket increases, and sparking Democratic party tensions amid figures from the Shelby and Johnson county settlements and road funding allocations.
Raymond Shively, 15, son of Gorton Shively of Wilden Avenue and deliveryman at Terman Bartels meat market, admits taking a diamond ring valued at 250 dollars and a wedding ring from Mrs Freeman of East Jefferson Street. He produced the rings from a basement, after suspicion arose.
Several NOYCL trains were delayed yesterday by a pileup of four box cars near Laudick west of South Bend. The Twentieth Century was among the trains delayed.
Ottawa reports the Canada Board of Railway Commissioners granted decreases in foreign through rates to align with increases approved by the U S Interstate Commerce Commission. The changes apply to all commodities except coal and coke. In a separate item, Mrs Lorigan of Detroit and the Misses Grace and Mildred Whitman were injured in a car collision near Osceola with one driver unidentified. Lorigan suffered a broken wrist and collarbone. a Whitman sister had both arms broken.
The census bureau reports Indiana now has 2,930,544 residents, up from ten years ago by 229,663 people, an 8.5 percent growth.
Boston August 14 Bank Commissioner Joseph Allen assumed control of the Polish Industrial Association a private bank at 7 Cross Street The association linked to Heney Th Chmielinski president of Hanover Trust Company and former Ponzi depository shows loans either had or doubtful value with little cash on hand Deposits around 55000 and assets about 13775 are reported as hopelessly interwoven with Hanover Trust Company
Associated Press reports August 14 15 Russians move artillery near Radzymin south of the Bug and push attackers toward Vlonsk near the Vistula. Observers say guns heavy enough to reach Warsaw are not yet in position. Russian forces threaten the northeastern front along the Blaigstok road about 21 miles from Warsaw.
Day ton S. Corey of LaGrange County Ohio hanged himself from a stair banister at his home after mental collapse. He had traveled widely including Europe and the United States, was treated at Kellogg Sanitarium in Battle Creek, Michigan, and his nearest relative is a nephew with whom he lived.
The eastbound Twentieth Century Limited stalled between Terre Coupe and Lydick after a box car from a long freight train fell on the track and was struck by No 6. Passengers felt the crash but no injuries were reported. The engine telescoped into the box car, derailing and scattering debris along the roadway.
The ninth Chautauqua festival will open Monday at the usual venue and run at the same times as previous years. Local organizers encourage attendance and expect lectures, music, and community events throughout the week.
Japan's reply to the protest over occupation of Sagahtien's northern island portion was received today at the state department. The exchange follows U S demand for explanation of the actions.
A morning blaze in Indianapolis caused about 100000 dollars in total loss at the Udell Works furniture plant. The fire began near a varnish vat on the third floor and was contained to that area, with origin undetermined.
Tod Anderson reports George T. Jacobs an 18 year old of Banville Db was killed instantly when he fell between two moving freight cars of the Big Four this morning.
Interurban railways petition to raise passenger, baggage, milk and cream, and freight rates. The Chicago South Bend Northern Indiana hearing set for September 1 at 10 a.m. in the Indiana State House. Winona Interurban scheduled for September 3 at 1 p.m. Both seek fare increases from 3 to 3.6 cents.
The ninth annual Redpath chautauqua opens Monday in Goshen at Chandler school lot with Sibyl Sammis Singers and Miss Mary Cameron piano, followed by Dr H F E Rompel lecture Facing the Task. Gilbert and Sullivan intact Pinafore and Nothing but the Truth plays shine later in the week. Elk hart County Teachers Institute runs during chautauqua week with about 300 teachers attending lectures by Prof I C Keller Health Nurse Anne Straight and others. A Pierian phonograph will provide music.
Mrs W A Ward died in Ravena Ohio last week. The body was buried at Edwardsburg Michigan. Her husband who once ran the O H Hawks drug store now lives in Eau Claire Michigan. She was his second wife.
Several Goshen men who are employed in the automobile industry have lost their jobs due to the general downturn in that business.
The advance sale of tickets for the chantingqua is large with strong demand noted. Organizers report high interest and record turnout expectations as tickets move quickly.
Dr J I L McKenzie rector of Howe Military academy died at Howe leaving a $100000 estate with most to the academy. Relatives receive $1000 to $5000 each.
Arthur Eere ment former Canadian house member tied to New York five million dollar bond plot was secretly deported to Canada last night Ellis Island officials said.
Daniel Gor of Elkhart reported a Ford car stolen while he slept nearby. He had parked beneath his window to guard it but did not hear the vehicle being moved as it disappeared from an unsecured spot.
A group of Goshen Masons travels to Ft Wayne for the Ancient Scottish Rite fall convocation on October 5 6 and 7.
The Rev. Charles Louis DeBow, pastor of the First Methodist Episcopal Church in Dallas, Texas, will preach tomorrow morning at the First Methodist Church in this city. He formerly served in the North Indiana conference and was pastor at Lagrange, Indiana. He is visiting Mrs. DeBow’s parents in Goshen and friends are invited to hear him preach.
Mrs Cabvin Coolidge wife of Massachusetts Governor Coolidge is named as the Republican vice presidential nominee.
A Washington dispatch predicts a nationwide building boom next summer as the country faces a deficit of 5 million homes. It argues it will take five years to close the gap.
Thomas Harriman shows in the Democrat window a collection of photographs of the freight wreck at New Davis. The display highlights wreck details and regional impact.
The board of police commissioners in Elkhart orders all traffic officers on duty to wear white gloves, standardizing appearance across the force.
The Elkhart chautauqua opens this afternoon for a seven day program. Less than half of the 735 tickets pledged have been redeemed and management doubts the venture will be financially successful.
Whitley County shows a population decline from 1010 to 1920 with a net loss of 1,232 inhabitants across ten years. The data highlights long term demographic change affecting the county's size and resources.
Mrs Sophia Rogers died at her home near Mongo in Lagrange county and bequeathed nearly all of her 15000 dollar estate to the Rogers orphanage of Lagrange.
A motion seeks to cancel the horizontal increases and targets Addison township almost entirely Republican officials, describing the area as hardest hit by the state board’s measures.
A brief notice instructs readers to call either 31 or 57 before 7 o'clock if their Democrat is missed. The wording suggests a political inquiry or outreach detail associated with a local Democratic contact.
Partly cloudy tonight and Sunday with a gradual rise in temperatures. Forecasters expect a light, refreshing breeze and mild conditions across the region.
Workers in Goshen hold weekly meetings in Jefferson hall every Tuesday at 7:30 pm. The discussion centers on who bears responsibility for rising living costs between workers and profiteers. No collection is taken and the public is welcome.
Yesterday the Democrat suffered a long delayed press run after a needed part from Battle Creek Michigan failed to arrive in time. The News Times agreed to print the Democrat's edition delaying publication as adjustments were made and readers faced longer wait times.
A powerful Republican backed push seeks to raise a large campaign fund to secure influence over national governance. The plan centers on assembling a broad donor coalition to finance organizing efforts and pressure, aiming to tilt policy and leadership in party favored directions.
Governor Cox attacked Republican leadership as engaging in smoke screen tactics to oppose the League of Nations and raise campaign funds. He praised John W. Davis and Arthur B. Koonts as stalwart figures and framed the contest as a duty to civilization rather than a party battle.
Mrs. J. C. Wood and George Rowe of Elkhart inspected the Elkhart city jail the county jail and the county infirmary reporting conditions good overall with the Elkhart jail graded fair.
The Mishawaka Salvation Army entertained 250 mothers and children at Potta watomie park on Wednesday. A dinner, ice cream, cake, and lemonade were served. Transportation was provided free along the Northern Tadiana Railway lines by the company.
Northern Indiana Odd Fellows hold an outing at Lake Papa keetche near Wawa see to survey sites for the proposed Odd Fellows sanitarian. Members inspect locations today seeking suitable grounds for the project.
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