Tragic Dirigible Crash Shocks Chicago Bank
A giant army blimp crashed through the skylight of the Illinois Trust and Savings Bank in Chicago killing 12 and injuring 28. Investigations by coroner, state’s attorney, and federal authorities promise possible negligence prosecutions. City officials expect traffic regulation laws for aircraft. Milton Norton, staff photographer, died after a parachute leap.
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Tnternational Film Service
Unusual Congressional Focus on Mexican Situation
Ambassador Fletcher testified before the House Rules Committee as Foreign Affairs members pressed questions on Mexico. He noted 51 Americans killed since March 3, 1917, with no convictions, while the Carranza government vowed to pursue the bandits.
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Henry Ford Testimony Continues in Loan Negotiation Case
Henry Ford told the Tribune counsel he would remain on the stand another day as his grueling examination continued. He admitted saying French officers who came to the United States to negotiate a loan should be canned out of the country.
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United States
Mt. Clemens
Henry Ford
Tribune
Senate panel blocks President on provisional rep for reparations
Washington July 22 2000 by an eight to five vote the Senate Foreign Relations Committee refused the President's request to appoint a provisional American representative on interallied reparations. Senator New of Tadavant opposed both the proposal and the Hitchcock amendment.
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Senate Foreign Relations Committee
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Hitchcock
America
Steamer Vinis Renamed After Resuming Service
General Manager W. E. Roe announced the steamer Vinis will be rechristened when service resumes. Rivermen and merchants along the Ohio river from Louisville to Cincinnati weigh the change, with Captain Laidley long prominent at the Madison wharfboat after twenty one years in Western waters.
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Captain George H. Simpson Injured in Louisville Collision
Captain George H. Simpson writes from Camp Taylor admitting injuries from a motorcycle accident in Louisville, says he is improving and will be bedridden weeks yet may soon be out of bed and in a wheelchair. Madison friends are glad for his recovery.
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Washington Race Riots Prompt Martial Law Talk
Washington faces a night of terror as race riots sow chaos with four dead and about forty wounded. A House resolution from an Ohio representative urges the President to declare martial law in the District of Columbia to restore order.
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Cashier Confesses Theft From North Pennsylvania Bank
Ralph Moyer, cashier at the North Pennsylvania Bank, confessed to stealing about $200,000 over two years. He surrendered today and detailed false ledger entries he used to conceal the embezzlement.
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North Pennsylvaania Bank
Ralph Moyer
Bank Messenger Robbed of $35,000 in Austin
Two automobile bandits held up Philip Fleming, messenger for the Austin National Bank of Chicago, and robbed him of 35000 dollars. The incident occurred today in Chicago.
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Philip Fleming
Troop Return Debuts as Transport America Arrives
New York scene reports Transport America docking with 7 000 troops aboard including the final contingents of the fifth division returning home.
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New York
America
Divorce Suit Filed by Jeffersonville Attorney
Lau rant A. Douglass, Jeffersonville attorney, filed for divorce in Clark Circuit Court from Mrs. Caroline E. Douglass. They wed in Madison, Ind., in December 1883, and have lived at 127 East Market Street. The complaint cites years of cruel and inhumane treatment and claims it has made living together impossible.
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Mrs Laura Clark Millis Daughter of Hanover College President Dies
Madison mourns the death of Mrs Laura Clark Millis wife of Hanover College President William A Millis. Born May 23 1867 in Foamington Indiana she lived in Paola Attica Crawfordsville and Hanover. She died yesterday evening from probable internal injuries after a fall on campus. Funeral services were held today with burial in Bloomington planned for Wednesday.
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Auto-horse Demonstration Pleases Western Fire No 3
A new auto-horse for pulling Fire Company No 3’s engine debuted on Madison streets with a demonstration along Main Street attracting attention and speed. Manufactured by One Wheel Truck Company of St Louis, the device impressed No 3 members during two demonstrations led by George B Forness L M Sattley and W A Thomas. They will remain in Madison for several days teaching operation of the motor vehicle.
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Captain James P. Martin Dies. Veteran River Pilot
Captain James Roland Martin a longtime river pilot between Pittsburgh and Louisville died at his home after a three year illness. Born February 26 1844 in Louisa Kentucky he served in the Civil War before returning to steamboating. He commanded several boats including the City of Louisville and the Madison Louisville trade. He married Faomal Yerkes in 1881 and lived in Madison nine years. He was a Methodist and will be viewed at Scneeeidees chapel before burial in Covington Kentucky.
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County Home Economics trip to Indianapolis school
The Jefferson County Farmers Association committee will pick a girl aged 17 to 25 to attend the Home Economics school and State Fair in Indianapolis from Aug 28 to Sept 6. Nominations due by 2 p.m. Saturday July 26. two girls will be selected with an alternate.
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Hiram Poster
Frank Copeland
Claud Weatherford
Indianapolis
Soldier Marcus Returns from Overseas Service in Army
Private Marcus of Bedford Kentucky traveled by afternoon train to Indianapolis. He served in the Canadian Army overseas for two years and ten months, taking part in several major battles. He was discharged from the army two weeks ago.
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Indianapolis
George Distel Hits Form for Little Rock Travelers
George Distel shines in the Southern League with a home run and multiple hits in recent games. The Little Rock Travelers surge as Distel, Grim, and Brotten pace a pennant bid, with rail of his Madison friends following his standouts.
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