03 Apr 1920
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Newspaper
The Evening Caledonian
Location
Saint Johnsbury, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1920
Page
1
An engineer fell into the lake during a brimming flood but crawled free and reached shore. Firefighters and bystanders escaped by jumping as high water weakened the structure. Rain moved slowly overhead as vehicles stalled on the bridge and the engine vanished.
Plans for the William T. Knapp post American Legion Easter Ball at the St. Johnsbury Armory include closing local stores at 8 PM for workers to attend. Major Tinker leads decor and a ten piece Sargent Bros orchestra will play, with Miss Madeline Randall added for patriotic dances and a Ford Touring car door prize.
Turkish nationalist forces occupied Ismid, a town 2% miles from Constantinople and near the British entry port in Western Asia Minor, as of Thursday. The report notes Ismid lies directly east of Constantinople and references the strategic position in the region.
Armed units manned routes to Londonderry and Dublin suburbs as soldiers set up checkpoints. Cars and trams were inspected, drivers required permits, and travelers were questioned about their business amid tense rumors of unrest.
Herbert Hoover stated he is ready to accept the Republican presidential nomination if demanded but asks not to be embarrassed by independent nomination talk. He said no strong partisan record and noted his political activity has been limited to Republican party membership and long standing allegiance.
Military authorities in Limerick report numerous arrests made early today. The operation targeted suspected irregular activity with several houses searched. Exact charges and outcomes were not provided in the immediate notices.
In Belfast April 1 authorities report tightened security with Scotch boat passengers searched by police and Sinn Fein prisoners in Dundalk jail observed amid patrols near Londonderry. Motorists were required to show permits due to Eastertide activity on routes to Dundalk and Dublin.
Toledo endures street car service disruption as workers strike after city council balks at approving an agreement with the Toledo Railway and Light Co. to raise wages. The walkout follows the failure to ratify the mayor and company deal.
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