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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1920
Page
1
Local grocery ad inviting shoppers to enjoy reliable service and quality groceries at low prices. The notice promotes satisfaction with every purchase and highlights RED FRONT GROCERY at Main and Walnut streets.
A male infant about 19 days old and weighing around 10 pounds was found naked in a 14 foot well on a farm near New Liberty Church. Coroner Henning ruled drowning as the cause, with the death suspected to be from an act by the baby's mother Blanche Moore. The incident ties to the mother’s death last week and Beavers’ prior execution days away. The case remains under investigation with involvement from Sheriff Dihammer and the Amos family nearby.
Washington February 3 Senator Gronna of North Dakota denounced the wheat market as an orgy of speculation and accused the Food Administration of favoring the middleman while harming the farmer He said he would introduce a bill tomorrow to repeal the act and abolish the entire office.
Washington officials fear Bolshevik advances may have isolated Vladivostok endangering the evacuation of American troops. The Yanks may need to fight their way out or be cut off for a long period. A large portion of troops is thought to be there, with interior units possibly routed to another port. Director Hines met railroad Brotherhood chiefs and outlined wage settlement proposals, with three alternatives to frame talks.
A seismograph in Chicago recorded another slight shock this morning. Officials say a large earthquake may be reported soon from some part of the globe due to the shocks felt yesterday.
Harry New Jr. was to enter San Quentin Prison in California today to begin serving his sentence after his conviction.
Judge Murfin opened for the defense attacking Henry Ford and his peace propaganda. He argued Ford did not represent the public in the Senate due to wartime actions and peace efforts. Murfin highlighted Newberry’s war record and said the Newberry organization was needed against the best known man in America.
Secretary Daniels told a Senate committee that Admiral Simms insulted the Navy by claiming awards affect morale. He defended the decorations and called Simms a shore going sailor while insisting honors honor service.
Rev Father John Ryan of the Catholic University of America condemns moves to bar five Socialist Assemblymen as brazen and insidious political outrage since 1877. The letter to Morris Hillquit was made public today showing his stance on the dispute.
Viscount Grey's letter defending the American treaty reservations won full backing from the British Cabinet and was sent to the London Times for publication, an officer source said.
Six men were found dead this morning from gas poisoning in a Newark hotel. The report lists three bodies in one room and another in a different room, with the details indicating a tragic accidental exposure.
The Rotary Club arranged a Pullman palace car to Madison and most members will travel to Fort Wayne for the State Convention on February 11 and 12. Officials expect a large turnout and a strong Rotary spirit for Madison. Mrs. Lida Goines departed by morning train to Columbus for a visit.
The Council of Ambassadors discussed Poland's request for reinforcements. The French favor sending troops while the British objected. No definite decision was reached.
Fire in Hudson Falls destroyed the business district early this morning. Two hundred residents are homeless as multiple stores burned, but authorities report no injuries. Glenn Palle reports the scene in New York state.
More than a million booklets and circulars were moved from the New World Movement headquarters in Pittsburgh. Dr. Raitt, general secretary of the movement, said reports from churches show progress and a 12 percent membership gain expected in January.
The Sudan field of the United Presbyterian church began in 1900 and recently saw its first convert. Thousands have been reached and aided in illness and distress, with many attending services regularly. The piece questions the worth of the New World Movement and notes broad attendance and spiritual impact.
Madison Elks lodge plans a major minstrel show at the Grand Opera House next Monday and Tuesday. An all star cast with high talent will perform a color rich production featuring dancing, satire, and a finale ragtime wedding. Ticket sales are open with seat reservations starting Friday at Todd's store.
Mary A Newell aged 74 died Sunday at her home on North Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 10 a.m. at Second Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev Louden A Hariman with burial at Crown Hill Cemetery. She long served as superintendent in the home department of Second Presbyterian Church and was active in the Red Cross and Daughters of the American Revolution. Survived by niece Mrs Robert W Erskine of Kaneyville Kentucky and nephew Caleb N Lodge of the Columbia Club Indianapolis.
Professor Munda Bernardi of Rome studies War Camp Community Service methods and its peace time offshoot during a visit to National Headquarters in New York. She arrived as a delegate to the International Labor Conference in Washington. Mme Bernardi is married to Italy’s government inspector of industries. Her father in law is Italy’s treasury secretary. Mr Thomas L Smith of Clifty left for Indianapolis by train this morning.
The United Doctors present themselves as licensed specialists treating diseases of all internal organs without surgery. They claim extensive experience with a long record of successfully treated cases across stomach intestines liver nerves skin rheumatism and related conditions.
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