27 May 1919
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 27, 1919
Page
1
A lighthearted editorial notes many men plan dressy outfits for Deco tion Day and jokes the cash register jingles as a sign of expected spending. The piece playfully asks readers if they will join the fashionable trend.
A large enthusiastic gathering filled Allen M. E. Church for a Centenary inspirational meeting. Speakers included Oscar Lanphar and Prof J W Molcox with Rev McGill and Elder Gilles. Pledges brought total support to 2740.00 as part of a five year goal of 2000.00 annually.
In circuit court today a jury heard Orion Rainey versus Dr. Hopkins over damages for a horse death. Plaintiffs Nora Walker and others from Ft. Branch are involved with defendants Erma Freudenberg and Victor Pflug, ages 16 to 24.
Chancellor Scheidemann asserts Germany will seek inclusion in the league and pace the peace terms. He says Germany will accept armament limits if the Allies do likewise, but rejects other terms.
Berlin May 27 Chancellor Scheidemann says Germany will demand immediate admission to the league of nations as part of counter proposals to the peace terms. Germany would limit army to 100000, pursue disarmament if others do likewise, and seeks full reparations for lost territory and coal mines. Belgium is to be aligned with Wilson’s program. Paris May 27 Austrian peace terms set for noon Friday at St Germain. Big Four continue Austrian treaty talks including finances and Adriatic disputes with Italy stubborn over claims.
Hereford cattle from Haubstadt owned by William Wister arrive in Princeton for a dispersion sale of Mr Kister s herd at the fair grounds Saturday afternoon. About 70 head valued to bring 50000 dollars, with Col Earl Gartin Col Fred Reppert and Auctioneer Moore in charge. Hundreds expected for this central sale due to rail access and central location.
Marshall Hugo, son of Mr and Mrs Thomas Hugo, was hurt in a fall at the Ft Branch mine where he works. His back was mashed and other injuries noted. He was brought to the Methodist hospital and is reported to be recovering. Thomas Dillon visited Miss Flora Dixon in Hazleton on Sunday.
John Harper was fatally wounded in a Mackey street quarrel when Joe Sebastian a local general store owner and blacksmith fired a shot into Harper's chest. Sebastian was arrested at his home by Sheriff Flowers and Deputy Null as Harper remained in critical condition.
London bound Hawker and Grieve arrive amid triumphant cheers from Thurso to Glasgow. Crowds seize hands and carry Hawker to his hotel while officials promise a reception befitting national heroes as they recount a cautious, rational flight.
The annual Patoka township commencement was held Monday at Enon church near King Station. Twenty five eighth grade graduates received diplomas from Township Trustee Willard A. Dill amid a strong musical program. Rev. Golden A. Smith of Petersburg delivered the class address. The colored schools of Patoka township will hold commencement Thursday at Lyles with four graduates receiving diplomas.
Report says workers across several departments are being laid off almost daily at the Southern shops. About 75 men were let go on Monday and again today as demand remains low.
The delivery truck from Rothschild laundry and a RE W Cockriel taxi collided at noon at Emerson and Trince streets. The laundry truck sustained considerable damage including broken front wheel spokes windshield and glass. rear damage to the taxi was minor.
The Democrat announces a change in City Editors with the first of this week Roy P King resigns after years in charge and Blythe Fettinger succeeds him King enters business with his brother at the New Market Store on East State Street Fettinger is a Princeton high school graduate and veteran local contributor expected to welcome tips from friends and acquaintances
Commander Read of the NC-4 reports passing station No. 8 at 11 15 a m Washington time en route from Ponta Delgada to Lisbon. The craft is midway to England, expected to reach Lisbon around 4 14 p m Washington time.
Secretary Daniels told the House Naval Affairs Committee that abandoning the large naval build plan would show faith in the League of Nations covenant. He cited assurances from Lloyd George and other allies that they would follow the United States lead, stressing either a vast navy or reliance on the league until it meets.
A News Agency dispatch from Amsterdam reports Kloet volcano in Java erupting and devastating about 21 villages with an estimated 13,000 deaths.
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