20 Aug 1919
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1919
Page
1
An ad describes a dry goods shop selling womens and childrens clothes shoes and accessories with low margins and honest business practices. The store claims vigilant water mill sourcing and transmitting every economy to customers while maintaining affordability.
At Cudaby the town deployed four rifle companies and a detachment of 450 state guards plus 16 officers to seal off plants and ban entrances. Saloons closed and plant workers, including 25 women, stayed overnight under guard after a death and multiple injuries from shootings and melee.
A Palm Beach line at Levi’s targets stout men with mohair and silk suits designed for heat and comfort. The ad boasts easy fitting, stylish cuts, and a growing business by presenting Levi’s as the place for curvy figures to shop, promising relief from fashion worries.
Senator Pittman of Nevada introduces a resolution to interpret the peace treaty separate from ratification, aiming to settle the reservations debate amid White House talks with the foreign relations committee. President Wilson prepares written answers to questions from Senator Fall for public release this afternoon.
United Press correspondent Fred S. Ferguson reports the confrontation over the peace treaty ratification in Washington mirrors Paris’s scene after the George Washington’s Brest summons. The final ratification fight nears completion as public opinion battles amendments or reservations.
Martial law was declared in upper Silesia after clashes between German and Polish troops. The government report says fifteen Germans were killed. Minister Bauer told Weimar that the Polish government was not implicated and that invading soldiers were not regulars.
Mrs Eb S Moore received notification of the marriage of her youngest daughter Ruth Wiley to Robert L Meranda of Gary. The wedding was held Monday evening at Fitts M E Church in Chicago with Rev Daniel Batey officiating. The couple plans to reside in Kalamazoo Mich where the groom works as an electrician.
Washington August 20 The Interstate Commerce Commission was advised that continued present rates and the government guarantee of standard return are the only way to prevent disaster to the rail lines. Thomas Tyler, chairman of the association of railway executives, urged against the Plumb plan arguing it would turn roads over to one class of labor and endanger railroad finances.
Dora Johnson aged 64 dies at home about three miles southwest of Haubstadt from cancer. Survived by husband, son Walter Johnson of Yensville, daughter Mrs Henry Tiperson of Cynthiana, grandson Meene Johnson of Haubstadt, three Garrison relatives, two sisters Mrs Sarah Raymond Haubstadt and Mrs Earnest Woods Ft Brynch. Funeral Friday at Mt Moriah church at 11 with Rev A A Shultz of Owensville presiding.
Miss Grace B Onstott, a popular Cibeon county girl, will marry Clyde B Noble of the Noble Plumbing and Heating company in this city. The couple will be at home in Princeton after August 24, with many friends sending their best wishes.
Washington report shows the House adopting a resolution directing the Federal Trade Commission to investigate rising shoe costs, with the body voting down an amendment to widen the probe to clothing and food. The Agriculture Committee pressed steps to extend price controls and wartime acts, while Attorney General Palmer prepared amendments.
The public service commission plans a statewide gas conference for September 2 at 10 am in Indianapolis to discuss the Indiana gas standardization committee report. Mayors, city attorneys, Indiana Municipal League officials, the National Bureau of Standards, the Indiana Gas Association and others are invited. The panel favors adopting 560 BTU per cubic foot as the standard and reducing bills when gas quality falls below standard.
General Pershing will continue his tour of Italian battle areas and provinces visiting Milan for three hours in the morning and Turin in the afternoon before heading to Paris. He declared at a government officials dinner that Italians are among the best U S soldiers and citizens.
The Thursday night band concert at the Franklin school ground will be organized by the Gibson street merchants to raise funds. Director Benton prepares the program as a throng is expected to attend. Louisa and Charlotte Chamberlain visit Alabama. Mr. and Mrs. Chamberlain accompany them to Evansville.
The W.8. W. Club held a Tuesday lawn party at Leonora Welborns home with games and dancing. Attendees included Lucille Rhodes Marjorie Diffenderfer Marjorie Ritchie Blanch Ballard Dorothy Parrett Francis Byrnes Leonora Welborn Joe Cushman Filson Wilkins Earl Combs Carl Lautenslager Paul Hart Charles Paul John Ensley Robert Martin George Harris and out of town guests Abeth Herachell Pine Bluff Ark Helen Sanford St Louis Beulah Mac Griggs St Francisville Il Margaret Sprowl Cleveland Ohio. Washington Aug 20 the senate passed the daylight saving repeal over the presidents veto by 61 to 19 making the law after house approval yesterday.
This evening a church election is held in the Brotherhood room of the First Methodist church from 8 to 9 for choosing a delegate to represent the First church at the Tay Electoral Conference in Indianapolis on September 25 1919. All members over 21 may vote amid a regular praise service. All are invited.
Eighth Cavalry reinforcements with four airplanes resumed pursuit at dawn near El Paso Texas after a night in a fireless camp. Capt Matoak leads the force with Lieuts Peterson and Davis rescued as guides. A rainstorm erased the trail and a pilot reported one Mexican casualty from an air action.
Premier Lloyd George warns that if the League of Nations promoters raise armaments the league will be a sham. Critics say the United States plan to enlarge its army risks wrecking the league and shaking European faith in America. The Globe notes the premier pressures Wilson while arming grows. The Evening Standard comments on his stance.
Publicity chairman announces the Real Circus will perform at the Princeton Gibson County Fair all week. The Campbell United Shows with 400 workers and hundreds of animals will exhibit daily, claiming the largest traveling circus in the state and promising expanded attractions. Admission is free Monday and Tuesday, with ongoing exhibitions each afternoon and night at the fairgrounds.
Prince ton postoffice receives orders for first zone parcel post rate to supply surplus war department foods by case lot. Rate is 5 cents per pound for the first pound and 1 cent for each additional pound. Maximum 125 pods per order cost 1.29 for postage. City deliveries limited. rural route deliveries continue. Orders must include payment and are subject to supplies on hand.
The circulating tales accusing Princeton merchants of profiteering and short weighing are false. No Princeton retailer faces punishment for price gouging or underweight goods, though some wholesalers are blamed for overcharging. brokers and speculators are named as primary culprits.
A retrospective piece recalls Princeton’s first automobile brought by J. W. Gaddis and compares it with today’s aeroplane rides priced at 15 dollars. The author predicts future widespread air travel similar to cars replacing horses and carriages.
Lieut Horace H Crow son of Dr and Mrs Price Crow is visiting his parents before returning to Washington DC He will probably leave the service September 1 and join Walworth Manufacturing Company at Boston as their southern representative He will likely locate in Atlanta Georgia
fragmentary text notes a fair minded man named Ted with reference to price and profit options. details are unclear and no full events or dates are provided.
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