12 Dec 1919
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1919
Page
1
About half the miners reported for work at the Princeton mine on Friday as coal hoisting began again after the Oct 10 strike over a local dispute. Management expects full force by Monday with daily output near 1800 to 2000 tons. Local and district officials discussed a $5 fine tied to the stoppage.
An advertisement extols Stephens Christmas goods as embodying beauty and practicality. The text asserts the merchandise offers grace color and charm aligned with the Christmas festival observance and general demand for useful gifts.
A catalog style list items including gloves silk hosiery towels table linen knitted caps and hoods sweaters coats furs shoes neckwear and other silk and linen fabrics for women and children presented as a post holiday or gift stock compilation.
President Wilson will accept the resignation of Fuel Administrator Garfield. Garfield sent a letter requesting release from duties, delivered to Wilson by Secretary Tumulty at the White House.
Mrs A P Whitfield who died Monday in Phoenix Arizona will be buried at Mt Vernon Tl with funeral services Sunday at ten in the Baptist church.
Washington, Dec. 12 Hope for railroad legislation by January 1 faded as Senate leaders faced strong opposition to the Cummins bill aimed at ending government control and returning roads to private owners. A near‑record quorum dispute halted a key vote and left the outcome uncertain as Christmas recess neared. Senator Underwood noted President Wilson had said the roads would be returned “the first of the year” and that, in his view, when the President makes a promise he keeps it.
Mayor Shubart reports a Chicago district directive criticizing Princeton for not tightening fuel restrictions. The fuel stringency remains in force and coal shortages are expected to last beyond the coal strike. Local businesses should not revert to normal hours or consumption quickly.
Washington December 12 The resignation of Dr. Harry Garfield as fuel administrator shifts authority to Rail Director Hines and regional chiefs. Garfield’s letter was friendly. A White House note said there’s no difference between Garfield’s proposed consultive commission and the president’s tribunal for the coal survey. Central Pennsylvania coal operators adopt a resolution opposing settlement of the strike through the president, warning the country is at the mercy of organized labor whose leaders are praised by officials for accepting the plan.
The First Baptist revival continues this week with Prof Barkman singing gospel songs and the pastor addressing Old Time Devils in Town. The message urges attendees to prioritize a right relationship with God and reflect on eternal realities, urging church members to attend and meditate.
Labor leaders arrive in Washington to attend a conference called by Samuel Gompers, AFL president. Over 200 union presidents and secretaries are expected, with farmers’ federations invited and heads of four major brotherhoods to attend. Discussions will cover anti strike legislation and plans for a new labor party.
Headquarters of the Mine Workers of America ordered a return to work as notices mailed to members urged immediate restart. Reports indicate gradual resumption with many awaiting confirmed orders sent last night, signaling a near end to the disruption and possible continued government action on contempt cases.
In Washington the Supreme Court refused to intervene in deportation cases of Alexander Berkman while granting a one week stay for Emma Goldman to pursue an appeal on a writ of habeas corpus. The Goldman stay allows further consideration of her appeal while Berkman’s petition to appeal is denied. County Auditor Armstrong reports Gibson county road signs and posts will be rushed to completion once coal shortages permit, aiming to have them up before year’s end.
Princeton war veterans recall Capt Karl W Detzer of the 2nd Indiana regiment who led a military prison near Le Mans France and faces a war department court martial at Governors Island for brutality to prisoners of the A E F. Veterans describe him as self important and relate names Fred Shue John Shue Barney Wiskey and Lieut Joe Vollmer who served under him.
Berlin dispatching a new note to France asking allies to strike out the demand for marine material. Germany argues this would cripple its industry while its latest message remains conciliatory in tone.
About half the usual number of miners returned to Clay county mines in Brazil Indiana on Friday due to it being the 13th and a holiday period. Most miners plan to resume work next Monday.
The Warrick county coal interest case, Taylor vs. Harter, begins in the Bibson circuit court with Judge W. D. Robinson presiding as special judge. A large legal team on each side suggests a trial extending multiple days.
Lovuella Mauck announces marriage plans to Lawrence Tobin of Frankfurt Kentucky. The notice appears in the classifieds as a forthcoming wedding license advertisement.
Readers are advised to check today’s advertisements for potential announcements and special prices on desired purchases, offering an opportunity to save on items of interest.
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