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Newspaper

Plainfield Messenger

Location

Plainfield, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1920

Page

3

May Require 200000 Troops for Europe War Effort

The piece notes calls for 200000 troops while Holland resists surrender and Kaiser trial charges target the Navy Department. It reports Admiral Sims and Hoover campaigns and highlights Siberia tensions with Japanese presence. Baltic conference ends with an alliance plan against Soviet Russia. Lithuania seeks Estonia Latvia pacts amid Poland tension.

Holland Kaiser Admiral Sims Navy Department —Administration Hoover Russia Lithuania Esthenia Latvia Poland Germany

Britain Moves to Defend Far East as Bolsheviks Advance

British forces tighten the perimeter in the Caucasus and Persia to defend vital oil fields around Baku and protect imperial interests. Paris dispatches indicate up to 100000 troops may be needed, with France to relieve Britain in German plebiscite duties.

Russia Persia Asia Waval Mediterranean Black Sea Caucasus Batum Tiflis-Baku Caspian Georgia Azerbaijan Trotzky Paris Supreme Council France Syria Great Britain Asia Minor Germany Marshal Foch Cologne Near East Britain Baku Warsaw Odessa Siberia General Semenoff Admiral Kolchak Lake Baikal Semenoff Kolchak-Semenoff Denikine Yudenitch

Allies demand Dutch surrender of former German emperor

The Allied demand for surrender was dispatched and a week’s end reply reached the supreme council. Holland reportedly refuses to extradite William due to constitutional protections and international duty, with Dutch press denying sentiment influences. A default trial was considered to satisfy Lloyd George’s pre election pledge.

Holland Supreme Council William Lloyd George

Navy row over Sims criticism fuels presidential campaign

Admiral Sims blasts Secretary Daniels and the navy department in a Senate naval affairs probe. A key claim involves a department official reportedly saying do not help Britain and fight Germany instead. Democrats defend Daniels while Republicans back Sims, as the letter and decorates inquiry widen into a campaign issue.

Sims Navy Department Daniels Senate Naval Affairs Committee Borah England Department Admiral Sims

World backs Hoover for president on any ticket

The New York World declared support for Herbert Hoover for president on any ticket. It praised a platform reflecting the government style Hoover has shown during his public career.

New York World Herbert Hoover Hoover

Political Turmoil and Prohibition Sparks in Democratic Circles

Discussion in Democratic ranks swirls around Hoover as a potential candidate with factions split over party loyalty and farm policies. The case against Edwards surfaces with Bryan opposition, while Rhode Island wins court access to challenge the federal prohibition and the Volstead Act. A long overlooked provision threatens property owners displaying liquor signs with fines up to $2,000 or two years imprisonment.

Wilson Hoover Bryan League Colonel House Edward I. Edwards New Jersey Bryan Nebraska Edwards Homer S. Cummings Democratic Party Supreme Court of the United States Rhode Island

Reds Move and Trials Highlight Postwar Turmoil

The first cargo of radicals landed in Finland as Reds crossed into Russia greeted by bolshevik crowds. Emma Goldman and Berkman followed the frozen river. In Chicago William Bross Lloyd and 34 others face conspiracy charges. New York Assembly suspends five Socialist members-elect amid disloyalty trials. Clemenceau steps down as France’s leader. Millerand becomes premier and peace conference president. The new French government offers Germany no more leniency.

United States Finland Russia Emma Goldman Berkman Chicago William Bross Lloyd New York Assembly Assembly Judiciary Committee Socialist Party New York City Bar Association Committee Cc. E. Hughes France Paul Deschanel M. Clemenceau Millerand Clemenceau Germany

Peter and John in Samaria Lesson Overview

After Stephen's persecution the gospel expands beyond Jerusalem with Philip preaching to Samaritans and many believe. Peter and John are sent to lay hands to impart the Spirit, revealing the dangers of Simon Magus’s money driven faith and the need for genuine conversion and church unity.

Stephen Saul Christ Jerusalem Judea Philip Samaria Simon Magnus Simon Peter John Church Peter and Living Church

Church’s goal to embody fellowship and shape society

The text states a church should visibly express Christian fellowship and brotherhood in its life and continually strive to mold national, industrial, and social life according to its guiding principles.

Delight in God's Work Art Quote

A Ruskin line notes art as the expression of Ian's delight in God's work, not in his own, portraying divine inspiration over self.

Ian Ruskin

Ely's Cream Balm Ad for Instant Nasal Relief

Instant relief for congested heads from catarrh or colds promises clear air passages and easier breathing. The ad urges obtaining a small bottle from a druggist and applying a little in the nostrils for rapid soothing of inflamed mucous membranes.

Ely

The Bad Old Days Temperance Anecdotes

Rochester speaker John B. Gough Ryan recalls temperance history while recounting a club scene. A clubman jokes that a man lost his reason during a high ball hour and forgot it on the way home after leaving at 3 a.m.

John B. Gough Ryan Rochester

Red Cross Ball Blue Esteemed By Women Worldwide

A claim that Red Cross Ball Blue is the finest product of its kind worldwide. The text asserts every woman who used it finds the statement true.

When a Shower of Missiles Hits Home

A figurative line recalls how a missile strike echoes personal impact and the ache of homesickness tied to church bells. The passage uses vivid metaphor to reflect wartime sentiment and longing.

Alma Mater Misunderstanding Turns to Dance Floor Comedy

A newlywed USC graduate attends a campus banquet with friends and hides it from his wife. She near breaks apart before learning Alma Mater is not a vampire. He is urged to avoid stepping on her gown as the dance continues.

University of Southern California Alma Mater Alma Los Angeles Times

Quote exchange over daughter hints at motive

A Detroit News line shows Cholly accepting another man taking his daughter with blessing. The dialogue reveals tension as Cholly privately laments wishing for more from the easy arrangement, reflecting a noir tone about family and motive.

Cholly Gotrox Detroit News

New Form of Torture Captioned by Birmingham Age Herald

A Birmingham Age Herald quip describes a visit to the Blithersbys as an ordeal as a speaker recalls watching 1,000 feet of baby footage from ages one to three. The joke hinges on length and sentiment, mimicking a film reel critique.

Blithersbys Wilm Birminghamn Age- Herald

McNutt Concludes After Auto Collision

McNutt states satisfaction and relief after a car incident, indicating he has had enough and expects no damages. The exchange suggests no ongoing dispute or further injuries.

McNutt

Courage and Integrity: Moral Value Remains Priceless

A reflection on moral courage as priceless, contrasted with physical bravery that can be inexpensive. The statement argues ethics and character exceed material cost.

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