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Newspaper
Spring Valley Gazette
Location
Spring Valley, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Sep 02, 1920
Page
2
The Spring Valley Cazette lists P. M. Mahoney as editor and manager and M. Ruth Miller as associate editor. It notes the publication is paid in advance at a rate of $2.00 and is entered at the Spring Valley Illinois post office as second class mail.
The piece accuses Villa of murder and villainy, noting a two million peso payment from the Mexican government as bounty to settle and quit. It claims he now lurks in the mountains ready to strike peaceful residents near Mexico and possibly the United States. It argues that if Mexico cannot hang him, the U.S. should.
Chairman Hays vows to nail Cox with his hammer over a claimed fifteen million dollar fund for Cox's campaign. The piece notes the fund could cost the public 15 cents each if true, but portrays Cox as nutty. It mentions federal employees raising funds for Cox and hints at an old fashioned political battle ahead.
The article describes a sudden Polish reversal during the war with the Reds as Polish forces halted a Red advance, went on the offensive, and began recapturing territories. It notes the broader fear in Europe of Lenin and Trotzky spreading influence as Poland shifts momentum.
The report notes six hundred French officers including several generals appearing in the field. It credits French strategy with decisive action. It also claims 75,500 Soviet troops captured and the Red Army in disintegration, suggesting waning ability for continued warfare and hoping Poles prevail for stability.
The Herald of Gospel Liberty editor urges congregational sympathy and support as essential for a thriving ministry. He warns churches must be progressive and willing to fund growth or risk deterring capable pastors.
A Bureau county corn picking contest to decide the state championship has a purse of 1000 dollars. Five hundred dollars has been subserved at La Moille Ohio and Walnut with 500 more to raise. Contestants must include representatives from at least five other counties and will work ten hours in one day.
A Popular Union supporter in the district touts a large majority victory for Ireland in the congressional race. The candidate is hailed as best qualified to represent the district in Congress.
A local political preview portrays Congressman Treland as well equipped and favored to win renomination due to his campaign outreach to women and ex service men. Ireland is depicted as a farmer and ally to farmers, praising his votes against daylight saving and major bills.
The Boston Transcript cites a renowned tragedienne noting aging traits for women. It quotes a line: the conceited never the unhappy too soon and the wise at the right time.
Mrs Martin Walters died at the family home on Lincoln Street Utica five days after her five year old son succumbed to measles and complications. She left a husband and a six month old son, with a father one brother and three sisters surviving.
John G. Swanson, longtime Princeton resident of Euclid Avenue, collapsed and died in the Farmers' Elevator office Thursday. Doctors report heart disease as the cause. he leaves a wife and daughter.
An advertisement touts a popular priced Ouija board that “really works” and promises rapid talking responses. It offers postpaid delivery for one dollar and lists Morris Bros. at 855 Adeline Street, Akron, Ohio.
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