27 Oct 1921
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Goshen Daily Democrat
Location
Goshen, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1921
Page
1
In Goshen City the race shows Democrats confident voters favor change while Republicans defend policy. Voters in all precincts prepare for the polls as campaigns highlight taxes, salaries, and urban improvements ahead of election day.
In New York on Oct 27 Postmaster General Ways arrived to take charge of the registered mail robbery investigation. The hoard, including cash jewels paper and bonds, totaled more than a million dollars. An earlier attempt at the State Bank at Southport was reported as well.
Premier Briand sails for the United States Saturday to attend the Washington conference on limitation of armaments. He spoke in the Chamber of Deputies as the ambassador of the French government amid a sharp debate that ended with Briand defending the policy against the opposition.
Bloodhounds expected today to trace the man whose call on Rev. A. E. Belknan prompted the shooting of the priest yesterday. Rewards totaling 1500 pounds offered for the slayer’s arrest. The Goshen Cornice company installed a metal front on the Milford building housing the Milford Mail office.
Wabash Indiana October 27 robbers blew a five foot safe at the Standard Oil main office near the Dig Four tracks. Checks amounting to about $700 were stolen. An attempted bank robbery at Kimel State Bank failed as intruders fled before the inner vault. Cashier Harry Growceck discovered the break and locals reported seeing the robbers during the night, likely arriving by automobile.
In circuit court today Inez M Lewis of near Millersburg sued Mt Joseph Valley Bank of Elkhart for 400, claiming a $400 savings deposit was withdrawn by her husband Solomon Lewis who later died under unclear circumstances in Venice, California. The case details identify issues of the withdrawal and the deceased's identity.
Union leaders meet in separate discussions to consider the Labor Board plan. The talks aim to align positions as negotiations continue on proposed oversight measures.
The Labor Board met with five railroad brotherhood executives in Chicago to discuss a proposed resolution guiding wage cuts and rule changes. Chairman Ben Hooper said settlement was not reached, urging workers to refrain from striking while the board considers the complaints.
The International and Great Northern announced the removal of the freight embargo that followed last Saturday’s trainmen strike in San Antonio Texas. In Chicago Big Five representatives met at the Railroad Labor Board to discuss a settlement proposed by board member Walter McMenimen and Hooper. The labor board planned an afternoon meeting to discuss calling off the strike.
The Little Entente nations demand former Emperor Charles and Empress Zita surrender and demobilize. Ambassadors to place them aboard a British ship awaiting final disposition by the council. Hungary warned to respond within two days or troops will move. Mobilization in Czecho Slovakia continues as part of the Entente’s postwar terms.
Prime Minister Lloyd George faces pressure as Sinn Fein talks continue. Reports claim he may delay or abandon plans on the Irish issue until after conference negotiations, amid a tense political climate and uncertain timetable. News sources note no official public statement.
Washington reports the West Virginia United Mine Workers proposals to settle disputes were rejected at a Senate committee hearing. Operators refused to deal with the union, declaring they have no dealings with the United Mine Workers despite efforts by miners' counsel and UMW vice president.
An Indiana forecast indicates unsettled weather tonight and Friday with likely rain across parts of the state. Cooler conditions are expected in central regions, with cooler temperatures spreading tonight.
Reports from Florida indicate extensive damage and five deaths from a powerful hurricane. Communications are severely disrupted across the region with flooding and crop losses, particularly to citrus fruit and rail lines, as officials tally the impact in various counties.
A Reval dispatch quotes Maxim Litvinoff saying the Soviet government is ready to acknowledge imperial Russia debts to foreign capitalists but requires talks on methods to redeem them. The interview notes inform England and France of this position.
In Washington the house discussed replacing an expulsion motion with a censure for Texas Representative Blanton after he defended inserting in the congressional record material deemed objectionable. Republican floor leader Mendel announced the move as the vote and debate unfolded.
A Goshen resident complains to officers about a male resident who allegedly insulted children near Chandler School on Madison Boulevard. The claim notes concerns about safety and unseemly behavior affecting local students.
Pittsburg Kansas Ont 27 The Gras Wolf Mine near Cross Kansas was wrecked by two dynamite charges shortly before midnight last night causing damage and likely suspicions of an attack or accident at the site.
President Harding delayed his southern train tour, stopping near Columbus to inspect a training school and observe infantry maneuvers. He will dine at Penrith Hills Country Club in Atlanta and deliver a late afternoon address at the Grady monument before returning to Washington.
Senator Harrison of Mississippi called President Warding's Birmingham address an unfortunate and mischievous utterance in a formal statement issued today. The Democratic leaders of the Senate commented on the remarks as part of the ongoing race question debate.
The Reichstag adjourned until Nov. 5 after voting confidence in Chancellor Wirth’s new cabinet. The sessions ended following protests over the Upper Silesian decree.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.