18 Aug 1920
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1920
Page
1
The article defines sale as price reductions for a limited period and outlines how sales create a clear obligation for the seller. It notes new woolen dress goods silks blankets linens and cottons plus women s oxfords and pumps are featured during sales.
Governor James Cox hailed Tennessee's ratification of the federal suffrage amendment calling it world civilization saved The voters of America will stay the hand of war and repudiations of those who trifle with a greater principle He added the ratification shows the Democratic party will meet its obligations
Oliver Farmer 38 died early Wednesday from injuries suffered late Tuesday when his light roadster was struck at a railroad crossing near Douglas Station by Southern No. 28 eastbound. He was taken to Methodist hospital in Radcliff-Colvin ambulance. funeral plans await his widow’s arrival from Montzuma. He was survived by his father E. B. Farmer, a stepmother, two brothers C. C. Farmer and Stuart Farmer, and a sister Mrs. Bertha Taylor. The accident occurred after the auto halted by coal car piles obscuring view. the train crew learned of the crash only at Oakland City. The crossing, grade, and sight line factors were cited in explaining how the collision occurred at about sixty mph.
August 18 at Cowes the caretaker of the Royal Yacht Squadron landing stage returned to King George a diamond scarfpin. The note said that two unemployed war veterans, his sons, would not accept gifts until those who served the country during the war are given houses and jobs.
Mrs Alice Foster McCulloch state Democratic chairman will attend the Cox rally at Princeton on August 25. Mrs Frederick Lauenstein state vice chairman and First district chairman will also attend the rally.
Mrs J B Critchfield hosted her elocution class on Tuesday afternoon at her South Race Street residence. The pupils presented an interesting program with help from her daughters Bethel Marie and Myrtle. Afterward refreshments were served. Mr. and Mrs. Klee of Patoka, with children, were noted guests as they left for Patoka.
Tennessee lawmakers ratified the Susan B Anthony amendment to make it the thirteenth major constitutional change, with a 49 to 47 vote in the House after a two day debate. The final tally gave Tennessee as the 36th state, completing the required number for national suffrage. A tense session saw a tie vote to table, protests in the galleries, and Speaker Walker switching his vote to allow a reconsideration. The chamber adjourned amid chaos and threats of further actions.
In Evansville on Monday Mr and Mrs C Hi Mayer of Chicago buried their adopted daughter Dolores Ann Bayer. Tuesday they adopted her sister Anjean now ten to take Dolores place. The Mayer home will welcome Anjean with renewed happiness as the family faces the loss and new beginning.
The first checker tournament match is scheduledThursday evening at Frank Dodds home on South Hart street with Princeton players T M McDonald Frank Dodd A W Riggs T H Riggs James Johnson W H Pace and El Kelsey William McCullough and Vincennes contingent Elmer Johnson John Terrell Zack Pullum John Vincent J B Jackson Fred Meideffer J J Hedden Charles Thurgood including various trades and roles.
W A Black plans to plat the old Kids Brickyard tract south of the city into building lots at Hall street end, extending to Makemsom avenue. Lots will be 60 by 148.6 feet with alleys and city light and water, taxed for two years, offered on terms. Residences will enjoy a fine view in this high locale.
On August 17 the highest temperature reached 87 and the lowest dropped to 64 with partly cloudy conditions. The same date last year showed a high of 85 and a low of unknown, indicating a mild variation in temperature.
A suffrage advocate argues the fight means opportunity and responsibility for women and asserts the government should be by the people, not half. She declares readiness to begin work and emphasizes suffrage as a global and national duty.
In Los Angeles on Tuesday night a safe in Judge Chesebro's courtroom at Central Police Station was robbed of $22,000. The detectives and officers on duty included seven detectives and 20 policemen. thieves used pass keys and knew the safe combination.
Dr. Carleton B. McCulloch of Indianapolis spoke at a Dupont reunion praising Civil War veterans. He declared Bolshevism and anarchy would not take root, urged respect for law and equal justice, and lauded the soldiers of both past and present for upholding republican values.
Chairman Norman Hart of the American Legion announces forty five responses to dinner invitations. The event will be in the basement of the First M E Church Thursday evening at 7 30 o clock. Guests include post commanders of the G A R and Spanish American War Veterans.
Miss Marie Carrell and Harry Coale were wed at the home of Wilson Carrell on West Ninth Street Saturday at 8 pm. Rev J E Hulet officiated with only immediate relatives present. The bride, formerly of Princeton, has lived in Carmel the past year and is the daughter of J W Carrell. the groom is the son of Mr and Mrs Will Coale and works at the United Bar plant. They will reside in Carmel.
Princeton residents urged to propose entrance and exit city slogans for permanent highway signs. A committee will collect entries by August 24 with the best slogan to be chosen by Rotary Club vote. If entrance and exit slogans come from different entrants the prize is shared.
Gas accumulation leads to mine closure as state inspectors arrive in the city to investigate. Officials expect a possible return to work by Thursday and anticipate a resumed operation once safety checks are complete.
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