20 Jul 1918
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Newspaper
Indiana Evening Gazette
Location
Indiana, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1918
Page
1
A wartime ad urges Americans to support Allied loans totaling over 6 billion dollars, averaging 400 million monthly. It emphasizes individual responsibility in aiding victory, urging thrift, reduced consumption, increased production, and savings to fund the government’s war efforts.
The United States Railroad Administration forms a department to coordinate relations between railroads and the Agriculture Department, aiding agricultural development and transportation extension. Secretary McAdoo orders insured lives for officers and crews on American ships in Atlantic Gulf waters, with varying insurance rates. over 70 million personnel are already protected. Corporations may have a soul, Congress allows national banks to contribute to the Red Cross from net profits, funding relief for sick and aged in combatant armies and allied nations.
A note from the Euquirer Sup hints at a health tip focused on hip care and aging. The fragment suggests practical advice without clear attribution or a full source name.
The Indiana Food Administration announces the fourth price report effective Monday for the week starting July 22. The list lists Wheat Flour to Butter and Eggs with varied per pound and per can prices, noting that no price will be fixed for butter and eggs due to varying farmer costs.
Havana reports Spanish steamship service between Cuban and Mexican ports will resume after months of disruption due to fuel shortages. Local agents say the Spanish Minister in Washington has likely reached an accord with the War Trade Board on bunker coal supply for Spanish vessels.
In Quakertown Pennsylvania Hatferd High School in Montronery County graduates a class with triplet girls among sixteens. The Swartleys’ daughters are hard to tell apart and the district notes the uniqueness of the trio’s graduation in the county.
In Wheeling Crimminal Court Mrs. Mary Loveall was charged with witchcraft after Theresa Kullman accused her of taking 600 dollars to cast off a spell from her son. The alleged incident centers on payments for alleged magical relief.
Havana July 20 and July 21 are now Cuban national holidays after a Senate resolution. An appropriation of 3009 dollars was set for holiday celebrations and related activities.
Diego C. Madero of Grafton West Virginia joins the United States Coast Artillery. He is a first cousin of former Mexican President Francisco Madero, linking a notable family to the military service amid enlistment ceremonies.
Vancouver dispatch reports British Columbia farmers being fined by so called inspectors for possessing meat flour and other provisions. A farmer was fined 25 dollars after hosting the visitor who slept there and ate bacon at breakfast. The penalties arise from meatless day rules enforced by the crooks.
Pay prizes in the juvenile class at the State Fair in Salem Oregon with War Savings Stamps this year. County fairs are also arranging to reward boys and girls with winning exhibits in the same manner.
QUAKERTOWN Pa July 20 State Senator Jere S Hessing resigns as Sunday School superintendent at Hellertown after fifty years of continuous service The Christ Union Sunday School named him superintendent emeritus and accepted his resignation from active duties.
ST. LOUIS July 20 A resolution adopted by the Board of Education requires that only American citizens be employed in the public schools of the city.
Atlanta July 20. Dewey Morgan twenty deserted the 116th Field Artillery at Maconto and went to Atlanta to visit his sweetheart Miss Leona Moore. He arrived to find she had been dead twenty four hours. He faces trial for desertion.
In Chicago on July 20 church fund raisers take cue from war drives. At a Des Plaines camp meeting of the Methodist Church Rock River Conference, a campaign will be run where pretty girls solicit funds and appeal funnels will be placed at every corner for donations.
New York July 20 The work edict provokes astonishment among Broadway paradegoers. Julian Ford known as De Waterbury. a titled confidence man, claimed he works on his father’s farm at Emfield and insisted he is merely visiting friends while being booked as a loafer by police after a tense exchange.
A garbled voice line references grand opera in a city hall recital context. The fragment hints at a performance setting with a focus on vocal showcase and public attendance.Names or specific dates are not provided in the legible text.
Albany July 20 George Mason a sugar confection manufacturer of national reputation has gone out of business temporarily for Uncle Sam A sign in his store reads Beat the Hun Save Sugar We have decided to close during the war We will be out of business until the end of the war to aid Uncle Sam and Hoover
COPPEYVILLE Kat July 20 A farmer with a wheat acreage clashed with two harvest hands aligned with I W W ideals. The farmer kicked one over a barbed wire fence struck the other and sent them down the line for wages. The men left unpaid.
Emil Eshrenberg shook hands with a lion through bars at a Coney Island animal show. The lion grabbed his hand so hard the spectator’s arm was enveloped from elbow to wrist, sending him to medical attention.
Mres Mary Coffman aged ninety one drives and manages her own automobile in Scottdale Pennsylvania. She often takes long trips alone and demonstrates independence in mobility.
Stockton California closes seventy five saloons and hotel bars for the duration of the war under a recent initiative. Liquor may be served with meals costing at least twenty cents between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. and stores may sell sealed packages for off premises consumption.
STEVENS POINT Wis July 20 Judge B B Park had served seven years on the bench before tying a knot in his first marriage ceremony. The unusual event amused the court and drew interest from spectators.
Henry C. Burns a blind newsdealer died leaving 10000 to be placed in trust until 1990 when it would grow to about 175000. The fund to be used for a home for the aged. Burns served in the Civil War.
Swordfish has risen to thirty three cents a pound wholesale on the Boston market, the season's highest price. Several British trawlers are marketing their wares at the Boston fish pier, reflecting rising demand and supply shifts.
An advertisement claims safe dependable pills for ladies not sold in drug stores. It urges writing for full particulars and states the sample is free, directing readers to mail to the National Medical Institute in Milwaukee Wisconsin.
A series of fragmented deed transfers and land descriptions lists multiple parties buying or transferring parcels in Burrell, Center, Plumyville, Hlavisville, Raynes, Second Waal, Conemaugh, Grant, and related areas. Amounts range from $11,000 to $215 with numerous incomplete names and property details.
In the Matter of Dominico Toso deceased letters of administration granted to Charles J. Margiotti. All persons entitled to estate are urged to present claims or file for aid. Notices list numerous transfers and parcels across White, Burrell, Center, and Indiana townships with varying acres and sums, reflecting estate settlements and legacies.
A curious local item lists visitors at Alpa Vista Farm including Mr and Mrs Harold La. McVieSeons and their son of Woliespenvnertte and Mrs Wy Willage with children. Mrs Al Comins hosts a gathering titled Optimistic Thought as a social event.
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