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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1920
Page
3
A village scene shows a returned soldier telling war stories while an old Civil War veteran sits neglected. An observer recalls a neighbor who once wore a faded uniform and wonders if honoring elders has shifted to honoring youth.
British occupation spurs an archaeological expedition guided by air photographs revealing a vast ancient city along the Vighe river. The site extends about 20 miles and two miles wide, with forts canals and streets laid out. A crash halted field work, but crews press on with the study. Also reported is the death of Elizabeth Bessie Raizer, three months old, buried at Springdale cemetery after services led by Rev. C W Maupin.
Albany reports a January 20 session where the Assembly voted 97 to 1 to defer seating the five Socialist assemblymen until after their trial. The debate centered on excluding Attorney General Newton from the judiciary committee while the gallery hummed with visitors and press.
Mrs Hannah B Nichol widow of lawyer Joseph W Nichol died after a brief illness at 258 Maryland Avenue NE Washington She had been visiting her brother Col Richard J Bright and assisting in nursing him when she contracted influenza She leaves son Graham Nichol a Washington newspaperman Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Washington lawmakers split along party lines over the Sims-Daniels affair. Republicans welcome the inquiry as proof of administration entanglement, while Democrats argue the opposition gains would be slight.
Washington January 20 The passage of railroad legislation before March 1 as ordered by President Wilson appears unlikely. House and Senate leaders view the final passage of the Bach or Cummins bills with uncertainty.
Rome dispatch reports Albanian forces rising against Serbian occupation as Servia concentrates heavy troops and strategizes a new offensive in the region. The Peprio Roiano notes intensified activity and potential clashes amid mounting tension in the Balkans.
Excerpted reflections by Vilhjalmur Stefansson from Harper's Magazine describing life above the Arctic Circle. It contrasts warmth of snow houses and hearty meals with longing for distant friends and city entertainments.
A traveling salesman named Too returns to Indianapolis and chats with a stranger about his home state. The man waxes nostalgic on Brown County and jokes about squirrels carrying lunches across the county. Towboats Plymouth and Gilliam supply coal barges for Middle ton & Wysmond and R McKim Co.
News from New York and Boston describe the Powhattan’s dire status as a gale rages. The captain said all passengers are aboard and well, two destroyers standby, and the ship slowly makes for port while eight feet of water fills the hold. Officials at the navy yard express unease over the transport’s safety.
Paris January 20 reports the French minister at The Hague says it is unlikely Holland will surrender the former Kaiser to the Allies due to strong family ties between Dutch and German aristocrats. German reprisals are also feared.
W. J. Bryan completed a nationwide circuit, heading to the South to stay awhile with no definite plans. He remains confident that the treaty will be ratified with reservations.
Washington January 20 The article notes the president will not engage in air convention politics or public appearances for weeks. In a separate social item, Mr J S Christie and his wife celebrated Mr Christie’s 70th birthday with friends neighbors and relatives at their home on Sunday January 18. A large cake with 70 candles was the centerpiece and guests gave gifts to the honorees.
Trenton January 20 Edward Edwards Democrat elected governor on a wet platform in his inaugural address sworn in at noon. He vowed to enforce prohibition only if lawful and to challenge the eighteenth amendment as an invasion of state rights.
Peter Cosby aged 82 died at his Aurora home Sunday morning after a life as a Madison sawmill operator and contracting carpenter. He helped build the residence of Mrs Genevieve Foster on East Main Street. Survived by daughters Anna and Hannah. Brother-in-law Senator William Guthrie of Dupont attended the Aurora funeral at 1 30 this afternoon.
In the estates news George T Mayfield administrator seeks investing estate funds in U S Bonds. A partition sale of land in Hanover in Gibson v Gibson et al proceeds after appraisement by Henry M Lee and Otis Adams. Guardianship of Eddie Alfrey reports sale of Brooksburg tracts to Ben Higgins and Frank and Christy Goins. divorces granted for Arnold Turner from Edna Turner and Mattie Vawter from Clarence Vawter. Final settlement in the Lawrence Clashman estate approved. Pearl Scarff files for divorce from Joseph Scarff through Sulzer Bear.
The Mail Line boats resumed regular trips yesterday after being laid up due to river ice. Corker to run mail boat tonight with M. A. Burke down to Louisville. Richard Roe Madison and Louisville packet to make three weekly round trips from Madison on Mon Wed and Sat mornings. William Hulett returns to Hamilton after visiting his mother Mrs Henrietta Hulett on Central avenue. A labor agitator is one who refuses to let the good work go on. There are no flies on Father Time.
M C Rowlison a long time resident and fireman died at his North Broadway home after a paralytic stroke. Born December 4 1841 in Lancaster Jefferson County he served in Co K 22d Indiana Infantry. Survived by wife Edith Ryker and children, funeral at 1 30 pm with Odd Fellows in charge. Springdale cemetery burial.
Frank Dehler, a dairyman, suffered a bad head bruise and unconsciousness after a runaway horse overturned his wagon on east Second Street. He was treated at Turner's grocery and then at home by Dr. George E. Denny. No bones were broken and he is expected to recover in a few days. Milk spilled and bottles broken during the incident.
The Herald announces Clarence E. Custer of Bartholomew county as a Democratic candidate for Congress in the Fourth District. Edward S. Roberts and Harry H. Cope seek Republican nominations for Judge, Fifth Judicial Circuit, Jefferson and Switzerland counties, with primaries on May 4, 1920. S. G. Bovard of Lancaster township vies for County Treasurer. Harry E. Nichols of Madison seeks Republican Clerk of the Circuit Court nomination.
Former Madisonian H. H. Henry renewing his subscription to The Weekly Herald after a hospital stay. He will turn 80 on February 13 and sends best wishes to all friends as a host of community well-wishers extend greetings.
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