08 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1920
Page
1
Reported collapse of the anti Bolshevik army halves front with entrenchments and gaps near the sea. British and American officials debate relief strategy as famine and German espionage claims surge, while Princess Cantacuzene speaks on Russian upheaval and allied involvement. Police report arrest of Charles Hinkson on fraudulent check charges in Kosciusko County.
In Elkhart a damages claim seeks 25 dollars over an alleged violation of a city ordinance. The plaintiff accuses Mall of failing to demur, while Attorney Verne G. Cawles pursues action after the crash involving a machine and a wheel at Main Street corner. Officer reports describe minor injuries and scene details.
A tentative verdict in the Virgo murder case involving Joseph Virgo and Maude Paber Virgo was reserved for the February 14 session. Proceedings paused as the court reviewed evidence and prepared for further testimony and final judgment.
The Associated Press reports ratifications to the peace treaty with Germany will be exchanged in Paris. Officials confirm the ceremony date and timing at the Foreign Office, with preparatory steps under way.
A missing man from Vipton is linked to a $433.71 inheritance and a disputed claim of his death. Authorities say no resident of Vipton has heard from him since a New York City incident sparked questions about a possible murder or arson. The case involves a transaction, a beneficiary named Phen nix Vl Wilson, and a house fire causing substantial losses.
City official Charles DL Kinnex and Clerk Crowell are linked to a bond arrangement backed by the U S Fidelity and Guaranty Company. The matter involves a five thousand dollar bond and public works oversight.
Associated Press reports the Buford, carrying 40 intransigent radicals, is near entering the Kiel Canal. Officials refuse to disclose its destination but say Riga in Livonia is a strong guess as the ship passes through toward Soviet Russia for transport of the radicals.
Prosecutor Abdo Wo Simpson asks for a grand jury to report for duty January 10 to investigate accusations against W H Rood county assessor over alleged theft of 25 cents worth of merchandise at the Atlantic and Pacific Tea store in Goshen. Judge Drake will summon jurors. store manager Charles Davis implicated in a December 7 incident. potential penalties include up to one year in prison or a $500 fine.
Shareholders of Swift & Company express no profiteering implication, per President Louis B. Swift at the annual meeting. He notes the motive is to invest in the company’s securities and urges cautious debt management. Retirement of I S Hayward, secretary, announced.
Indiana conservation department approves dam plans at Lake Wawasee to halt lake drainage caused by Sandisk Portland Cement dredging. Cottages led a stoppage that saved the lake. the Syracuse plant employed about 200, later reopening to produce cement from locally mined wartime ore.
County Health Commissioner Dr. J Becknell served notices condemning Waterford schoolhouse and Neo To sud in Jackson township. Schools to hold sessions after June 15 1920. The annual report lists births and deaths for Elshart county and 194 marriage licenses granted in the past three minutes.
Kendallville police seek two unknown men who clipped the hair of Nimeda Galloway, 12, daughter of ALC. Galloway, while she was alone at her parents' home. A district meeting of librarians in northern Florida is planned at the public baths in Mikhart in January.
Ralph Firestone was acquitted by the Elkhart death court on the charge of taking a vehicle. The jury reached its verdict after a trial that began in the afternoon and concluded in the evening. Firestone was defended by Lou W. Vail with assistance from Aldo J. Simpson, while state prosecutors said they failed to prove he knowingly rode a car taken without consent.
Snow in the north and likely snow or rain in the south tonight. Colder conditions expected with Friday local snow and a further drop in temperatures.
The Chamber of Commerce hosts a smoker Friday evening in Spahn Hall with speeches and refreshments. Members and interested people are urged to attend for networking and community updates.
Investigation into Reds in the Calumet region continues after a raid conducted today. Authorities search for possible links to set offenses and gather evidence.
Federal agents raid the Whiting Indiana Communist Party HQ and arrest seven men then transfer them to Chicago. A deportation warrant is issued for Ludwig Martens self styled ambassador of the Russian Soviet government as evidence of radical activity widens. Ellis Island to reopen to accommodate alien detainees as Garvan cites new leads from New York. Martens arrived in Washington from New York last week and occupies a hotel suite near the Justice Department.
Elkhart city council discussed raising salaries of city officials as the town nears third class status upon census completion. A population around 20 660 is needed, with ten years ago near that figure, suggesting admission by a margin of about 500. Adjourned meeting next Wednesday will fix officials' salaries.
The Crosby line steamer from Milwaukee to Petoskey was sighted four miles off the Muskegon piers and appeared unable to make headway against the ice on Tuesday morning. The coast guard station reported the vessel’s halt due to ice.
A crew of carpenters is building a stairway to the basement in the middle of the first floor. A bargain department will open downstairs within 30 to 60 days, with Chi Wan and house furnishings among the items carried.
The Goshen Public Works Board, appointed by Mayor Charnley, met at city offices and elected Hoovens as chairman. The board will meet Thursdays at 1 30 p m and handle contracting and major matters in the city. A separate Public Safety Board, named by the mayor and including Kidder Derby and Egbert, has not yet organized, and will oversee fire and police departments.
Senator Underwood from Alabama states he will not be a candidate for the Democratic presidential nomination. He confirms he will not pursue the presidency and ends speculation about his political plans.
Senator Hitchcock of Nebraska said most Democrats are open to a reasonable compromise with Senate Republicans to secure immediate ratification of the peace treaty. He wrote in a letter to R M Washburn of Boston, referenced in the Congressional Record, in response to a Roosevelt Club resolution urging concessions by President Wilson and Democratic leaders.
Detectives from Burns and Protective Bank agencies aid Whitley county officers in chasing seven-year robbers who hit Gandy Exchange bank at Churubusco Tuesday morning. Loss estimated at $15000 with many unregistered bonds taken. authorities optimistic on arrest within days.
Mrs. Doe Neidlinger aged 50 died at her Detroit residence. She was the sister in law of Mrs. C. Dembufsky of Goshen and had visited the area frequently.
In Osceola Arkansas January a store owned by S W E Hansel a plantation supply chain owner was bound tied and burned to death by robbers who looted the Holt store. His clothing soaked with gasoline the shop was set ablaze. The Chocolate Soldier company reportedly proceeded to Valparaiso.
Democratic National Committee takes action on the presidents peace program amid party managers support for the plan in a nationally reported move.
Delegates adopted resolutions praising the Versailles treaty and denouncing Senate Republicans for blocking ratification. They urged the Senate to quit politics and noted President Wilson’s health recovery as a sign of progress toward world peace. The 1920 convention site vote between Kansas City and San Francisco favored San Francisco per supporters claiming pledged votes.
Thirty five physicians from all parts of the county attended the Elkhart Medical Association meeting at the Drs Kreider office Tuesday night. Dr L A Elliott of Elkhart spoke on Cesarean Section and Dr S C Wagner of Elkhart addressed the meeting on Operative Obstetrics. Dr I W Short Dr A A Norris and Dr F N Dewey led the discussion following the addresses.
W. G. Inks of Ligonier owns 13 Barred Rock hens that laid 2,608 eggs in a year averaging over 200 daily. Egg value totals $108.66 with per-hen net profit of $5.88 after feed costs of $2.48 each. The Continental Commercial Company leases the old St. Joseph Valley bank building in Elkhart for five years with officers named: President C. I. Frye, VP Ethan D. Movu, Secretary Harvey Elliott, Treasurer G. C. Berkey.
Funeral services were held in Bristol for Mrs Elizabeth Kinnison wife of Arthur Kinnison who died at Brazel Procter home north of Bristol on Tuesday morning from tuberculosis
Several Goshen residents who belong to the Elkhart Carpenters union have not completed transfer to the Goshen local, delaying membership consolidation.
Mila March has been admitted as a member of the Elkhart county bar association, expanding the local legal network. The milestone marks her entry into professional status within the county’s legal community.
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