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Goshen Daily Democrat

Location

Goshen, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1920

Page

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Taxers Blame Goodrich For Election Mixup In Indiana

In Indianapolis July 1 Governor Goodrich faces criticism from both major parties over his failure to amend election days ahead of a special legislative session. The dispute centers on first registration set for September 4 and a proposed precinct reorganization to accommodate new women voters, risking delays for county commissioners and auditors.

Indianapolis Ind Goodrich Boards of County Commissioners Cormmissioners Board of Registration Mny

Better Prospects For Wheat Crops Reported July 1

The department of agriculture estimates the 1920 wheat crop at 800 million bushels, up from June 1 forecast of 781 million. Spring wheat production is pegged at 201 million bushels, down from 277 million on June 1.

Washington Department of Agriculture

Northern Indiana Cars Return to Regular Run Schedule

Northern Indiana cars are running on regular schedules today after temporary repairs at the Dunlaps power station barn. Officials say regular timetables are expected to be maintained. The Goshen Bishart service was badly disrupted yesterday. Train No moon on the Wabash line near St. Louis has been discontinued due to loss of mail contracts with the advent of air service.

Chicago South Bend & Northern Indiana Dunlaps Goshem- Bishart Wabash, Eid Wabash St. Louis

Withdrawal of Polish Forces Now Under Way

Paris dispatch. Polish forces retreat from Brest Litovsk Vilna and Pinsk amid a major Bolshevik offensive. Evacuation suggests no general Polish pullback to the new republic frontiers. Warsaw reports Polish troops fighting east of Brest Litovsk while Pinsk faces threat. Brest Litovsk 120 miles east of Warsaw. Pinsk 95 miles east. Vilna 225 miles northeast of Warsaw.

Paris Brest-Litovsk Vilmac Piysk Linformation Warsaw Brest- Litovsk Pinsk Badenny Buk Pripet River Vilna Lithtmia

Rent Profiteers to be Fought in South Bend Move

July 10 petitions circulate to unite support against alleged rent and real estate profiteering. A committee plans a personal appeal at Indianapolis before the state legislature when it convenes Monday.

South Bend Indianapolis

Indiana Represented in Delegation to Europe

Indiana has representation in a United States Women’s Special delegation leaving New York August 10 aboard the Patria of the Fabre Line to tour Western Europe beginning in Naples. The group honors thirty women nationwide and includes Mrs. SR Artman of Indianapolis Mrs. Wlod Clark and Mrs. Geo Leggett of Winchester. The party includes Mrs. Philip North Moore president of the National Council of Women and ten delegates with ten alternates, heading to Christiana Norway for the Quinquenial International Council of Women meeting in September.

United States Women's Special New York Fabre Steamship Line Europe Naples Italy Phis United States SR. Artman Indianapolis Wlod. Clark Geo. E. Leggett Winchester National Council of Women Philip North Moore St. Louis National Council of Women of the Christiana Norway International Council of Women

County Chairmen Conference Missed by Dausman

Guy W. Dausman chairman of the Republican county central committee did not attend a conference of county chairmen in Indianapolis yesterday. The meeting discussed matters related to the Indiana General Assembly special session set to begin next Wednesday.

Guy W. Dausman Republical Couittys Indianapolis Indiana General Assembly Miriday

No Excitement Noted in Berlin

Berlin quiet after Spa dispatch says Germany signed to accept allied disarmament demands. People recognized must accept terms though Berlin sees activity in political circles and some opposition to disbanding security police.

London Spa Berlin London Times Germany

Local court frees man on team jumping charge in Elkhart

Adnan accused of jumping teams in a city court in Elkhart. He presented a telegram from his wife urging him to return to New York where she was to become a mother. The judge released him after testimony. Thieves had robbed Tim of 200 dollars in a western city and he had to beat his way home.

Adnan Allen Elkhart Hoover New York Tim

Whiskey Still Found at South Bend Home

South Bend police discovered a complete whiskey still at Steve Toth's residence 208 North Jackson Street. Officers seized 30 gallons of raisin and sun mash and a quart of moonshine.

South Bend Steve Toth Noth Jackson Street

State Rep. Yoder Heads to Newton to Organize Milk Condensing Firm

State Representative J. OS. Yoder leaves tonight for Newton Kansas to help organize a new milk condensing concern. He will not attend Indianapolis Monday when the state legislature convenes but will arrive later.

J. OS. Yoder Newton Kam Indianapolis

Dillon dies suddenly at Rochester home

A. FL Dillon state agent for the Continental Fire Insurance Co. died suddenly this morning at his Rochester residence. He often visited Goshen.

A. FL Dillon The Continental Fire T Insurance Co Rochester Goshen

Admiral Fisher Dies After Operation In London

Admiral John Arbuthnot Fisher first baron of Kilverstone and former first lord of the admiralty died this morning in London after a serious operation yesterday and failing to rally.

Admiral Fisher London John Arbuthmot Fisher Baron Kilverstone The Admiralty Lord Fisher

Mayor Chousley Purchases New Cadillac Sedan

Mayor Wm. H. Chousley has purchased a new Cadillac sedan reflecting a civic era purchase. The announcement notes the local official’s car choice and its brand as confirmation of public duties and status.

Cadillac Wm. H. Chousley

More Confusion The South Bend Post Office Adopts Fast Time

The South Bend post office has adopted fast time in response to local scheduling issues. Officials say the change will streamline processing and reduce delivery delays across the city.

South Bend

More Land May Be Purchased for Jackson Cemetery

At a Benton township meeting of the Jackson Cemetery association officers were elected for two year terms: President Edward Barringer, Vice-president George Young, Treasurer Frank Barry, Secretary Violet Survely, Trustees Harry Leacock Risa Hoovens Jesse Weddell David Taylor and Charles Sciver. The cemetery on the original Jackson farm west of Benton village holds bodies connected with early Elkhart history. Four and a half acres have been added. another addition is planned. Frank Rutgers and Daniel Fisher of New Paris own the land and it may be purchased at a reasonable price.

M. E Benton Township Jackson Cemetery Association Edward Barringer George Young Frank Barry Violet Survely Harry Leacock Risa Hoovens Jesse Weddell David Taylor Charles Sciver ANC Jackson Cemetery Elkhart Jackson Farm Benton Village Lethkhart Association Frank Rutgers Daniel Fisher New Paris Dia

Hanly Advises Senator Harding in Prohibition Matter

July 10 report notes Senator Harding, the Republican presidential candidate, urged to take a firm stand for national prohibition in his acceptance speech at a conference with J Frank Hanly. Hanly, prohibition candidate in 1916 and former Indiana governor, said he would wait to hear Harding’s remarks. Hanly denied pushing a prohibition ticket and said he spoke at his own invitation.

Ring Lardner on the Big Four ride from Goshen to Niles

The Democrat previews features in this issue with a Ring Lardner letter about his ride on the Big Four. Condensed Classics by Lardner appear Saturdays, with market news daily on page 6 and laugh comics on page 7.

Lardner Big Four Goshen Niles the Democrat The Democrat

Draft evaders convicted as justice reports rise

Washington reports five thousand draftees convicted in federal courts with sentences from 30 days to a year. About 30,000 cases remain to be investigated while 275,000 of 318,314 delinquents have been looked into. Findings show 10,000 failure to register, 25 percent enlisted without relatives’ knowledge, 40 percent floating population, 20 percent non wilful delinquents, and the rest cripples or deliberate evaders.

Washington Department of Justice Department

Mexican plane crash claims five crew members

Five members of the crew of a military air plane were killed when the aircraft crashed Thursday at Tinajita in Zacatecas, according to an official report to the war office. The remaining crew were injured in the crash.

Mexico Tinajita Zacatecas War Office

Wabash County farmer dies by self-inflicted gunshot

Porter Eltzroth, 40, a prominent farmer living a half mile south of Lagro, Indiana, shot and killed himself after leaving a letter for his wife explaining his action. Authorities note gas may be harming shade trees near Fifth Street and Lincoln Avenue.

Wabash Ind Porter Eltzroth Lagro Fifth Street Lincoln Avenue

Five Women and One Man Are Prosecuted In Lagrange County

In Justice Hixson's court six Stroh residents appeared for trial. Arthur Rasler pled guilty to assault and battery and drawing a dangerous weapon. Nina Rasler Ethel Durnin Pessie Rendal and Ines Emerick faced similar charges. The jury was impaneled but all other cases were dismissed after Rasler pleaded guilty.

Straus Bros. Company Plans to Stay in Ligonier

Reports from Ligonier state Straus Bros. Co. will remain in the town with owners Simeon and Isaac Straus continuing to reside there. Rumors about the firm’s plans have circulated as the brothers intend to spend the winter in Chicago. A separate note reports the discovery of a 24 hour old baby’s body found in an Huntington alley, causing concern among residents.

Straus Bros. Company Ligonier Straus Bros. Co Cits Simeon and Isaac 2. Straus Straus Brothers Chitago Wies Huntington Alebert Collis Tno

Wanderer Victim South Bend Man

State's Attorney Maclay Hoyne prepared murder charges against Carl Wanderer after his confession of killing his wife and an unwitting man. Wanderer claimed motive to rejoin the army, later linked to estate inheritance. A third party was enticed as a robber and killed to frame others.

Associated Press Chicago Maclay Hoyne Carl Wanderer Wanderer Draiiway Sinin William Noesh Oorch Gentry Bros White South Bene

Elkhart County Records 235 Births 188 Deaths 161 Marriages

In Elkhart county for April May and June the tally shows 235 births 188 deaths and 161 marriages. The figures reflect civil status changes during the spring quarter recorded by local authorities.

Elkhart County

Weather forecast shows storms this afternoon or tonight

Storms are expected this afternoon or tonight with a Sunday outlook turning to fair weather. Rain chances remain elevated through the evening before clearing by Sunday.

Mishawaka Gamblers Prosecuted

Mishawaka gamblers face prosecution as authorities pursue legal actions following a crackdown on illegal betting. The case highlights municipal efforts to curb gambling activity and uphold public order in the city.

Bond Issue Set for Pantlus Road in Concord Township

A $22 000 bond issue for Pantlus road construction in Concord township will be sold next Monday by Fred AL Reed county treasurer. Harrison Miller and various farmers will build the road with no contracting firm bidding. The bonds carry 44 percent interest and at least one bidder is expected.

Concord Township Fred AL Reed Harrison Miller

Pennsylvania Railroad awards medals to 20000 workers

More than 20 000 Pennsylvania Railroad employees received medals today from the company in recognition of their faithful service.

Associated Press New York Pennsylvania Rairoad

Third Party Movement Faces Hurdles At Chicago Gathering

Delegates struggle to unite single tax and labor factions behind a nonpartisan plan as the committee of 48 braces for talks in Chicago. Notable figures include La Follette, King, Hersford, Ingersoll, and Pinchot as they weigh fusion prospects and platform questions amid labor and wartime veterans concerns.

Chicago Labor Party Sen. Latoltette Wisconsin Deinitely Committee of 48 Assemblate Jerome Co Reis Lao Follette Committee of 48 King Hersford Charles H. Innersoll Amos L. Pinchot George TL. Record Sen. Lafolette Wisconsin Gaan Accento Alan McCardy New York

Moonshine Still Seized in West Virginia Authorities seize largest whiskey still

West Virginia officers seized a 50 gallon moonshine still in Raleigh county, Raleigh county, West Virginia, claiming it caused at least two deaths. Operators fled the mountains as Charleston officials took the evidence yesterday. In Belfast authorities warn public order will hold for Monday’s Battle of the Borne anniversary despite tensions.

Citarlespon W.va State Ree Aed Department Charleston Raleigh County Belfast the Borne

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