27 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1921
Page
1
W A Ketcham former commander in chief of the G A R dies at his Indianapolis residence after a World War I era career as a prominent trial lawyer and public figure. He engaged in various controversies including debates over soldiers monuments and honors. his death ends a long chapter in Indiana civic life.
Local churches report strong crowds for Christmas activities with varied programs. Rev. WER OR of the Purest Baptist led parish events as choirs, nativity pageants, and carols engaged families. Community notices highlight Saturday services and seasonal offerings across denominations.
Fragmentary notes show Bend plans for a new statue and rink amid protests from several officials. Details on location dates and parties remain unclear in the readable text.
unclear fragmented text. indicates discussion of a senate hearing or session starting in the spring involving named individuals and locations.
Fragmented readable text depicts continued clashes in Cairo outskirts with references to police, crowds, and irregular orders. Mentions of local figures and institutions appear within a chaotic report on the disturbance and responses by authorities.
A family of five was found asphyxiated by fumes from a gas heater. The tragedy occurred in a residence where investigators and hospital staff worked to determine whether the gas leak caused the deaths. Police said the home was in distress and the cause remained under inquiry as officials awaited autopsy results.
Medics found two men shot to death in a weed clump in University City suburb. They appeared dead several days, about 20s. One draft card bore the name Everett Eostummers. Dime Street, Ta edo, Ohio.
A probate court today deals with the sale of the late Welcome Whitaker’s homestead. The widow Mrs Whitaker and guardian for her seek an order to sell the estate to settle debts and distribute property to heirs including the granddaughter, with the aim of preserving the widow’s interest and ensuring a clear title.
The article notes James Reine selected to serve as Lagrange County agent with the board recommending his appointment. It mentions regional considerations and expectations for his responsibilities, along with ongoing county discussions and endorsements from the board and folks in Goshen.
An Associated Press report sketches a nation split over a proposed treaty, with sections praising diplomatic aims and others warning of domestic risks. The article details political factions, parliamentary procedures, and anticipated votes shaping the treaty's fate.
A St Louis man seeks information on the Lowry estate following a probate matter. Two witnesses testified or appeared regarding the estate and its disposition as the case proceeds.
Three men faced fines for public intoxication after an arrest Saturday evening. Foes Miller, hrani Herkman agid George Willard appeared in court this morning with the exact penalties and costs not fully listed.
Fair tonight in Indiana with colder air in the east and south. Wednesday will bring increasing cloudiness and rising temperatures in the north and central regions.
Eugene V Debs plans to devote much of his future activity to antiwar work after his release from Athana penitentiary on Christmas Day. He will travel to Terre Haute Indiana tonight leaving Washington at 6 20 PM wearing prison clothes and calls for universal vows against war. Debs expects a large welcome in Terre Haute with a 25 000 man parade and mass meeting at the Grand theater to honor him and protest war conditions.
Police in St Louis and nearby areas say they have rounded up nine men tied to a series of bank robberies totaling about 140000. Six suspects are identified, with raids linked to Peabody Bank, Aggus Bank, Patima State Bank, Iuka State Bank, and a gas company heist in December.
Wilson travels to Peerraft Oita to attend services for his sister Mrs Alaia Tarver who died Sunday at her home in Chevelanes. The Dunnsid Joltt Hiarves and Sweesens survive Mrs Harvey.
A garbled report states the dire department ended on Saturday but the claim is later contradicted as false. No clear names or locations are given.
Two armed men entered a theater area and jewelry store in Fort Wayne stealing about $2000 from cashier Julie Ratner. The crime occurred while bystanders watched, a weapon was used, and authorities have no solid clues yet as police investigate the robbers’ exit and motive.
Ingersolls, the watchmakers, filed for bankruptcy with liabilities listed around 3 million dollars. The firm admitted inability to meet debts and sought court protection. The National Bank of New York and firms including Henry Woodmitt Fields and Company were involved as creditors. A receiver, Baward GE Childs, was appointed under bond. The company operates parts in Prenton, New Waterbury, Cont. and Chicago.
Rear Admiral Charles Henry Davis, 76, retired, died at his Boston residence. He was a native of Boston and brother-in-law of Senator lodge of Massachusetts.
Wall street was undisturbed as reports persisted that a German scientist had supposedly awakened synthetic gold. Chemists remained skeptical about the claim despite market calm in New York.
Washington notes growing calls to defer the submarine question to a future conference while France and Japan weigh the American compromise. Delegates pursue optimism but privately doubt progress amid a French cabinet decision and Tokyo expectations.
The text notes reduced participation by Italian, British, and French military staff and advisers as tensions fade. It mentions a tentative push for a future submarine warfare conference and argues that smaller nations should be consulted in any real solution.
Fire of alleged incendiary origin destroyed the Henry Lord grammar school in Fall River Massachusetts early today. The loss is estimated at 200000 dollars and a fireman was slightly injured by a falling wall. A coal bed filled with inflammable material is reported found between the first and second floors.
Warsaw Indiana December 27 Mayor John A. Sloane bans punch boards and dice games in the city warning store proprietors who allowed them in recent weeks that prosecutions will follow if the practice is not stopped.
The Lafayette Times issued its final edition Saturday afternoon after existing since July. The paper suspended operations ending a short run in the local press landscape.
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