10 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1919
Page
1
The Republican National Committee meets in Washington as discussions begin on the 1920 convention location and date. A keynote from Speaker Pedlare highlights major questions about policy proposals and party unity amid ongoing internal debate.
Fragmentary note describes many children being outfitted today with some garb or gear. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but imply a local event or listing of supplies for children.
A Chicago evangelist is slated to speak this evening with local attendees gathering at a central venue. The event, part of a broader revival effort, features remarks from the visiting speaker and organizers encouraging community participation and prayer.
A garbled report states the Beardt Beard bill was argued before Mayor Thause. The text mentions Sorth Milfecs and a plea of guilty related to a board sentence, but details are unclear due to OCR errors.
The Citizens Theme Company of St. Bend has been organized to deal with real estate. A. R. Erskine, D. Paais, and A. Lippincott are named directors.
A Ligonier resident expresses strong belief in a so called miracle doctor. The piece mentions local figures and places, including Vibkiart township and New Carlisle, with uncertain details and fragmented names.
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Illinois appeals for a sugar supply amid rising demand and shortages. The report notes industry groups and government agencies discussing allocation and potential imports to stabilize prices and ensure food processing needs are met.
Court records show Aaron Kettring appearing again as a defendant in an ongoing case. Details remain unclear due to fragmented OCR text, with references to hearings and potential motions. Further documentation is needed to confirm dates and charges.
Reported wolf activity threatens local farms near Wanatah with recurring raids. Residents document livestock losses and increased sightings, urging wildlife officials to monitor the area and investigate potential pack movements.
A garbled clipping presents scattered terms and partial phrases about items, directions, and people. Readable names and concrete facts are scarce, yielding a vague, disjointed inventory-like fragment with no clear narrative or events.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a deal involving Luzdon Liew and several stacks owned by Charlie Hitler in Warsaw. The text references years with months and a sudden change in ownership or control, with a figure described as taker of Warsaw and a call to tolerate the deal. The readable content is inconsistent and lacks coherent facts.
Mrs Brubaker aged 60 is dead at her Warsaw residence. She was the stepmother of Maurice Brubaker of Ligenier. Funeral services will be held at the residence tomorrow morning after daylight. Burial will follow in Oakwood Cemetery, Warsaw.
Denver posted 19 below zero the coldest so far this winter while Cheyenne hit 16 below. Western rail lines faced delays as coal demand surged and fuel rationing expanded to Colorado Springs and Pueblo with Casper reporting the coldest snap since 1912.
Elastic Auto Body Co plans expansion after acquiring space at Goshen Buggy Top plant and installing equipment. Chicago investor Mark Swafford and Toledo’s GooAL Weber discuss with Weimer of Ydenge, president, while Goshen residents wonder who will manage the business. Weimer returned from St Joseph, Michigan with no concrete proposal.
Soldiers at Healthwin Hospital in South Bend receive TB treatment while engaged in rug weaving and knitted goods. The program, under Miss Panu Bomedaant, provides constructive work to relieve idleness and improve morale as the number of beds rises to fifteen.
A worker named Joseph Pox was struck by a crane arm and fell into a tank of oil at a South Bond smith shop. He was rescued but in serious condition with cries for help heard by fellow workers as the incident unfolded.
County fair price committees receive a framework of percentages and margins to determine reasonable profits for UT commodities. Stanley Waren, fair price commissioner for Twed d Muapebis, explains the structure and directives guiding district commissioners.
A new oil company, Dadiite Poetah & Gasecra, with officers in LacOtto, is formed with capital stock of 25,000. It plans test wells in the area, expects favorable oil prospects, and aims to boost local business. The Faru Home Economic club to hold a winter picnic on Saturday December 3 at Geo Snyder residence north of Goshen. members urged to attend. Joe Leek visits from Joliet.
The forecast says continuing cold tonight with fair skies. Thursday will be fair and not as cold with milder temperatures returning.
The report notes a meeting in Indianapolis scheduled for three o'clock to discuss an outcome concerning Rinal. Officials indicated a decision would be announced after the session.
Indianapolis dispatch reports 400,000 bituminous coal miners voting to accept President Wilson’s compromise plan, ending the strike. Lewis, acting president, and conference leaders expressed optimism that terms would be adopted before adjournment as talks focus on price and wage adjustments.
Goshen Red Cross holds about 4041 for emergencies and approves a 250 appropriation at the request of Associated Charities to aid fuel needs for the poor and infirm. The fund is backed by local donors. Benham returns to perform with Rainbow Girl tour in Indianapolis.
AP reports heavy artillery opens a renewed Narva front assault with ten attempts repulsed amid heavy bolshevik losses. Washington: national river and harbor congress opener endorses Minailo of North Carolina for president and confirms a slate including Bowser and Warne directors. Also discussed canal routes Pittsburgh to Chicago and Cincinnati South Bend to Chicago with limited construction plans.
Captain Ross Smith completes a flight and wins a prize worth 10000 pounds billed as a steal from the Australian government.
Capt. Ross Smith arrived at Darwin from London finishing the England to Australia flight in just over 30 days, earning 810 pounds sterling for the first aviator to complete the 11,500 mile route within the time limit.
Jenis Hart, about two, known as a local youth, was taken into custody by Marsha Rigney in Elkhart after a raid on the Berkey and Zellers garage. A cash theft of 102 dollars and a check occurred. Hart confessed after interrogation. All but 8 percent of the money and the check were recovered. Hart remained jailed awaiting arraignment in the superior court.
In a series of incidents near Bristol and New Paris, four red foxes were killed within a short span. Reports by T. J. Balyeat Hadward Nuart and M. ORL Stender list the locations and unknown perpetrators. Separately, Henrys Carliston a Syracuse garage man driving rapidly through Benton skidded 15 feet hitting a pole, damaging the car but not seriously hurt.
The school term ends without Senior or Junior dances as classes would be forbidden to dance under supervision. Russell L. Sears of South Bend sues Woodward Storage and Transfer for 200 damages after a shaft fall at their plant. Capt Bernard Swarts receives 100 new Enfield rifles for the local militia.
Only two fatalities reported as a recut sets WT coop hunting season in Michigan. Wardens Edward Joenell and Themis Bryant oversee deer shipments across the state. Deer shipments compiled in official records indicate stock moving from processing centers to distribution points.
The Goshen fire department fought a blaze at Benton school house this afternoon caused by an overheated furnace. The fire caused damage but no injuries were reported as students were dismissed amid excitement. In Bristol, the Grangers elected three applicants for membership Mia May Menges S Z Lintz and Helen Lint with officers also chosen. Mrs Oscar Hansen and husband left for Chicago for several days.
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