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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1920
Page
1
Youths on Je fly are warned to stop riding the fire truck during runs to fires. Friday afternoon, after leaving the fire station, boys climbed the rear platform. Firefighters need clear space to deploy hoses. riding the truck is dangerous and must stop to prevent injury or trouble.
Tra C. Lee weds Etan Walker of Oak and City. New cases filed in Circuit Court Saturday for trial at next term include Elsie Swain vs Charles W Cochran for possession of real estate and Craine Medicine Co versus John I Thompson for recovery.
In Clemens Michigan crowds and witnesses described Beatrice Vester as innocent while investigators pursue clues in the slaying of J Stanley Town Attorney General Groesbeek’s party and a weeklong inquiry may end today with no warrants issued.
A Friday afternoon fire confined to the kitchen at the home of Mrs Theresa Ssherart on South Flirt Street caused estimated damages between 850 and 75 dollars. The blaze likely started from a spark from the flue igniting the shingle roof. Oscar Daugherty, newly appointed gravel road superintendent of Ft Branch, was in the city on business Saturday.
Nine months after buying underwear stock on a buyers market the sellers say the buyer should receive the benefit as they had the purchaser in mind when placing the order.
Police plan to photograph and fingerprint suspects as more than fifty warrants are issued across Indiana in an ongoing crackdown. The operation targets individuals tied to a red flag group amid a statewide manhunt and public safety push.
United Press reports thirteen people were arrested across Indiana in a federal sweep against communist and communist labor party members. Six were captured in Clinton, three in Terre Haute, three in Ft. Wayne, one in Anderson. Joseph Zimmerman, ex state Socialist secretary, arrested in Anderson. Raids were to continue with investigators from Chicago aiding the DOJ and immigration.
About 50 persons were arrested in nationwide raids on alleged Red headquarters today in Indiana cities. They will be brought to Indianapolis for processing. Raids were carried out by the department of justice in Ft. Wayne South Bend Gary Anderson Clinton Terre Haute and Vincennes.
Washington officers report renewed efforts to end the peace treaty stalemate as senators return from holidays for a reconvened session. Lodge and Hitchcock head unofficial talks while others hold private conferences and press for a first move toward compromise amid hopeful signs.
Mrs C C Miller of Griffin Indiana told Patoka township mothers at a farmers institute that puppy love is not dangerous if allowed to run its course. She urged moral teachers in schools and confidence between mothers and daughters, stressing equal importance of character building for both genders.
The C. and E. I. Railway reported all trains running several hours late Saturday morning due to the frigid weather.
In Datanapolis Judge A B Anderson sustains the demurrer in the Delevan Smith case charging false affidavits of ownership for the Indianapolis News. The ruling says section 28 of the criminal code does not cover the alleged offense, potentially ending the case unless an appeal is pursued. Fairbank died in 1918 and three fourths ownership was noted.
Government deficit from railroad operation for November near 64.5 million dollars amid record low net income of about 19 million. Gross revenues around 436 million, with coal strike and rising expenses driving losses. year to date loss exceeds 548.6 million, with 1919 figures showing heavy costs and mixed traffic trends.
William McClain, a linotype operator for The Democrat, suffered a painful accident Friday evening when his right thumb was caught in revolving parts of the machine. He lost the nail and sustained a deep cut, leaving him unable to work and awaiting recovery.
Ten degrees above zero marked the coldest spell Saturday as winds shifted south and a gray sky threatened snow. Patoka river, near tow stage, froze overnight though ice is rough and unsafe for skating. Gibson county weatherman Dr A R Burton reports December highs of 70 and lows of 5 with frequent clouds and 10 clear days.
Miss Hazel Catherine Resoner wed Frank Mauck on New Year’s Eve at the bride’s home in Swayzee near Marion Indiana. The bride trained as a surgical nurse at Princeton Hospital where she met her groom, son of J Arthur Mauck.
Complaints rise over heavy trucking on thawing rock roads as officials warn loads of two tons or more risk ruining the hard surface. Violators may be unaware of the seasonal road conditions arising from freezing and thawing expected through spring.
A large police operation is expected to surpass last year's total arrests. The raid will yield a high number of detentions, signaling a major enforcement push. Authorities note the scale may require a fleet of transports to Europe for aliens.
Washington reports 4500 plus alleged radicals in custody with evidence against over two thousand. Most arrests target radical leaders while deportation is prepared. many will be released or interrogated as the raids continue. Fingerprints and mugging orders aim to build a comprehensive record.
Justice Department estimates more than 3500 Reds will be jailed as coast to coast roundups continue. Police seize rifles bombs and high explosives. Newark New Jersey reports bombs likely for mailing as raids expand, revealing plans for a Soviet style regime.
Government moves swiftly to deport Reds captured in the coast to coast roundup. Aliens are hurried to Ellis Island for rapid hearings while special trains ready to bring in hundreds from other cities. Authorities expect more Arks sailing for Europe in a few days.
County records show 1500 hunting licenses issued this year in Cubson County, surpassing last year’s total. County Clerk Harlon Kays reported 1432 resident and three nonresident licenses, yielding 1478.50 to the state. Last year 901 licenses were issued for 901.50 revenue.
The text condemns wasteful rock road cutting and stresses taxpayers funding should go toward proper prosecution and road upkeep, urging road superintendents to ensure actions are carried out as intended.
Federal action begins in Cleveland with Commissioner Marlatt issuing warrants for four grocers accused of selling beet sugar above the 14.12 cent per pound wartime price. The case marks the first step in federal prosecutions targeting profiteering in the city.
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