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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1920
Page
1
Early returns indicate Republicans win nationally and state county tickets. Senator Harding appears elected by a tremendous vote. State and county tickets show large majorities. Fourth District results and the Canfield Benham Congressional race remain undecided.
Danish scientist Lofus Larsen reports archives suggest Norwegian explorer Jon Skolp rediscovered America in 1476, 16 years before Columbus. He ties Skolp to Leif Ericson and notes sources from Danish archives and a 1537 globe by Gerum Frisius, while citing Fridtjof Nansen on English interest in Skolp’s voyage.
Letter from L H Wright Director to Madison Herald details State Highway Commission plans to grade drain and resurface three county roads including the Michigan road near Madison. Immediate work already started on roads south of Vernon and river road west of Rising Sun with material ordered for Michigan road resurfacing before freezing weather.
In Tralee today a civilian was killed and a soldier and a woman wounded in another bout of sectarian violence. The incident occurred amid ongoing clashes in the Irish county during November.
Mrs. B. H. Doddridge hosted the Young Ladies Bible Class of Trinity Church for a Halloween gathering. Members wore costumes from gypsy maids to Red Riding Hoods as Mrs. Roy Elwyn led a business meeting and Mrs. Melvin Blackard won best masked costume.
A Friday parade leads to the first Aurora High School basketball game with a 27 piece band marching from West Main to the armory. Grand Marshals on horseback precede the Hack and Aurora teams as students and citizens join the procession.
In San Francisco at the Democrat convention hall William J. Bryan paid a remarkable tribute to Jose P. Melencio, the Filipino in charge of the Philippine Independence Publicity campaign in the United States. Melencio won honors in Bryan's view for his efforts and leadership.
At the Democratic convention Jose P. Metencio, 26, head of the Philippine Publicity Bureau in Washington, eloquently argued for Philippine independence. His poised delivery and precise answers impressed committee members and visitors, drawing sustained applause and praise for his strong case and public mastery.
The Gladstone, next largest Indianapolis apartment house, completed with 48 units and amenities including a children's play room pool room and basement laundry. Costs reached 285000 with Carl Jackson named custodian. Brydon brothers also plan a 35000 garage.
Dispatches report Bolsheviks cracked the center and wings of Wran gel's army near Sebastopol. Melitopol and other points are abandoned as enemy forces advance toward Perekop.
The National Kindergarten Association presses to make kindergarten part of every public school system nationwide. Commissioner Claxton backs the plan, arguing early training saves millions in future crime costs and turns children into assets rather than liabilities.
A report outlines a plan for a British wireless station chain linking key colonies. It proposes Windhoek as a valve station hub and additional sites in Africa and Asia to create a continental network for military and commercial use. The committee urges rapid deployment and outlines cost, governance, and operational structure.
Paris based Excelsion reports Russian nobles adapting to civilian roles after exile. Princes Lasvecitishi and Mo Prokou rov farm work near Paris, General Nicolaiemi drives a motor lorry, Princess Metschestsky decorates homes, Count Paul Tenatieff runs a dairy in Gur ehes, Prince Gotdinetieft, former ambassador, acts as a lecturer in central Pratrie. Ex-officers run a duoter repulse shop in Paris, while others drive taxis or live in Switzerland and England amid exile.
Last night two dances drew large crowds. The Elks hosted friends with festive decorations and late dancing into the night. The American Legion held a pre election dance at the Pythian hall with about 100 couples enjoying Perry's saxophone orchestra. The group plans another dance this month.
Mrs. Clara Finnegan entertained the employers and clerical staff of N Horuff & Sons and friends at her East Street home. Guests wore clever disguises, unmasked identities, and enjoyed games and music followed by refreshments, in a festive Halloween gathering. Chinese use shark fin rays for making gelatine.
Guy Easton and Kathryn Layton received marriage licenses and tied the knot at three o clock this afternoon in a ceremony led by Rev. W S Rader of Trinity church.
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