Washington News Roundup From April Reports
A collection of 1920s Washington dispatches notes shifting coal price concerns and supply, a defense administration briefing on production policy, and testimony before congressional committees. Gen William W Herts praises by Parshing cited in France, Bland pressed on wedding questions, Senate probes broaden Navy remit, Ayfall charged with visa law violations.
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Associated Prowa
Enid
Bland
Hin
Chaimmsan Johnson
Associated Press
Washington, DB
Senate Committee
Navy
Terre Haute Soldier Receives War Glasses and Maps
George Donnelly of Terre Haute a former base player and 74 month member of the EFP in France and Germany has just received four binoculars carried by him through the war. He also served in the regular army and as a private. A collection of maps from Chateau Thierry Salins Bois Blanc Montridge and Argonne Forest is noted.
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George ‘Sla
Bunk
Donnelly
Terre Haute
Asca
E. FP
France
Germany
Lim
Chateau- Thierry
Palican Woody
Unx
Salsons
Milieb
Blancs Montridge
Cars Derailment West of Spal taville
A freight train on the Baltimore and Ohio line derailed near Spalkaville Friday morning, hindering other traffic for hours. W. C. Puler served as conductor and C. G. Quaker as manager. one car was wrecked, contents valued at about $1,000. Several machines and a car were damaged, with extensive cleanup required.
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S.4
W. C. Puleer
Ptheciert
Ballot decision on primaries by Daviess County board
The Daviess County Board of Election Commissioners considered eliminating ballots for May primaries that list only one candidate. The move would waive standard ballot printing, affecting governance and voter access amid an ongoing investigation into ballot procedures.
War News and Diplomatic Outlines Across Europe
The brief cabinet meeting in London discussed the outline of a waiver to the French note and the occupation of key German cities including Frankfurt as debated before Premier Lloyd George travels to Italy. Berlin reports Britain’s disapproval of accepting French occupation of eastern Rhine cities, with newspapers noting cautious satisfaction at tempered progress and warnings of nationalist movements influencing outcomes.
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Londox
Frankfort
Cron
Lioys George
Ean Steno
Italy
Berjin
Britain
Francesi
Rhine
Vorwarts
Bepmany
Daviess County Farmers Association Opposes Bill in Congress
Daviess County Farmers Association delegates meet at county agent WW Berns’s office and adopt resolutions opposing a pending bill in the lower house. They urge farmers to join a coalition against the measure, arguing it would reduce corn and land production during reconstruction and harm state and national agriculture.
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Orginlestion
Nalasa
Congress
Ombers
Daviess County Farmers’ Association
Firaté
Nelan
Rresa
Chin
Opposiy
Secor
Pofal
Dolviers
lUife
Enn Sree
de V. S. Xerale
Megwherson
Lew Hartis
Ira J
Pattrarsor
W. J
Bren
Farcer
Simméd
Pre
Nathan E. Iillion
Mbpsy
Barald J
Calbert
Earl Bishon Receives Captain's Commission in Army Aviation
Vincennes Commercial reports Earl Bishon, son of Decker Bishon, earning a captain's commission in the army aviation branch. He completed reserve training and may begin two to four weeks of initial flight training. The notice also mentions his wartime duties as captain of aviation in France and a pharmacy exam success by his brother Ray.
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Vincennes Commercial
Bisson
Decker
Army
Pilex
Sisson
France
Slaxon
Ray Sinkon
Geoxin
Pern
Macon
Lee Sue
Val
Dros
Terre Haute: Gibson County Oil Aid Report Fragment
Fragmentary OCR readout mentions Terre Haute and Gibson County oil activity south of Vincennes and assistance reporting, with garbled phrases about districts and quick actions. The legible items reference oil aid and local districts in Indiana.
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Gibson County
Vincennes
Unclear OCR Narrative on Industrial Relations and Labor
Fragmented text reports an industrial relations dispute involving many workers and officials. Mentions of an announc ement, district involvement, and references to labor organization imply a broader strike or labor action. No clear date or location could be extracted.
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Pitt
Speratara
Fragmented OCR notes on a legal case and injuries
Damaged text fragment references a court case with names Charles Coby Alvin Paitgeit George Faith and attorney Coxiy. Mentions an engine incident on May 4 1998 with injuries including kidney removal and permanent damage. unclear context and details due to OCR errors.
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Charles Coby
Alvin Paitgeit
George Faith
Coxiy
Department Manager Named at O'Donnell Hardware
In a dated notice, department oversight shifts at O'Donnell Hardware with Mr. Sinkaver appointed to lead departments as they expand. He will be aided by Mrs. Liha Hiskowt, following integration with the Plano company of Chicago and ongoing staff additions.
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Indiana
Pelican Leston
Nevordi
J. Russell Newgent
Blatel
Vinceqnes
Ongt
Mtr
Anand
O'Donnell Hardware
FPA
Einkover
Ie Hohn Church Plano Company
Chi Ienge
Fox
Maiste
Topes Bighls
Sinkaver
Mis Liha Hiskowt. S
First United Brethren Church Names New Pastor
The First United Brethren Church announces Rev B F Dolan of Indianapolis as pastor, succeeding Rev W J Setule. The congregation welcomes the change after the pastorate of Rev Dolan’s predecessor, with praise for Dolan’s prior four years of service and recent revival work.
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Pallowleg
J. W. Setule
Ciniled Brethren Church
F_ Dolaon
Iniunapelts
Hoa Pirst
AL Hide
Motsone
Abnelo
Fire injures Mrs Howard in yard blaze
Moe Alice, wife of Bil Wart Howse, is badly burned when a fire in her yard engulfs her home. Frank Smith rushes to help, spraying foam to extinguish flames while deputies assist. Mrs Howard remains in the rear-yard shack as responders work to control the extensive blaze.
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Alice
Bil Wart Howse
Heward
Byrtiis Timsa
Frank Smith
Nla
Howard Wits
Will of Esthee Hatow Faunt Leaves Estate to Her Brother
Notice: The will of Esthee Hatow Faunt dated 1909 directs her real estate and entire estate to her brother William Barton of Washington. Executor is named, and in absence of the will the estate is settled per district records. The document also references wartime resolutions and local gubernatorial actions of the era.
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Ant
Father M. Barton
Miles G. O'Neal
Woohuston Natieng
J. J
Pershing
Pershing, County Clerk, Afr
Gayton
Naeton
Estes
Uylond
Ge. Barian
Qliso Bertin
Segasa
Miay
Hefran
Wil
Barton
Dobesnt
Senate Debate and Peace Talks Stir Congress
The Senate discussed foreign policy with emphasis on peace efforts and Chilean relations as a debate expected next week. Reports note incidents of security arrests and political maneuvering, with international notes on Britain and France shaping the day's coverage.
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Senate
Vincoones tale of trial notes and volatile charges
A garbled report describes Elice Collins and Poiret of Vincoones facing charges against Wilplagy Mathony. It mentions a testimony by a witness, a mayor, and a judge’s actions after a town meeting. The text references a 44 Washington event and various names, with unclear outcomes and dates.
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Elice Colliep
Mathony
Pri
Porler
Washington
Sktor
Alicown
McPherson
Sire
MicPheron
Jane
Joseph Voishor
Washington Baptists Aid Campaign Amid Turbulent Funding
Fragmented OCR text notes Washington Baptists asked to contribute £23,000 and $2,104 to a national movement fund. Mentions state campaign leadership, fundraising events, and broader church welfare aims amid unclear details and garbled names.
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Washington Baptists
Toulon
Waahlerion
A. Vining
Nerchero
Ueiamiat
Maseide
Washington
Gother
Ortuni
Jolay
Watson
Wettiie
Aredia
John Y. Aitihl
Frie sagen wows Wade eReTE haw JHU tue
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Wade eReTE, Shir of Dathess, and Mayr Hamtine letters. A farmer, Hirt of Fiee et Leaves Ho Mader, and Athriey Testor eA starts appear in unclear context. Name fragments suggest a local notice or report with multiple garbled proper nouns.
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Shake Miller
Athriey
Fragmented OCR reveals tax and training bill debate notes
The text records discussion on tax administration and mandatory military training, noting a shift from compulsory to voluntary service proposals. It mentions the Senate actions, dates around April and March, and references to investigative boards and state statutes. The passage includes garbled OCR but preserves names of agencies and officials.
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Weise
eThe Watch Board of Tax Cumatine
Radlea Lt
Senate
Fonday
Vincennes Bank Closure Sparks Unrest and Aid Calls
Unrest erupts in Vincennes as Bank 15 closes amid confusion over deposits and insured limits. Officials report run on the bank, with customers seeking access to funds while authorities pledge orderly payout and ongoing investigations into the bank’s finances and withdrawal limits. Local names and officials are mentioned in scattered reports, signaling a civic disruption amid financial strain.
Frat Annual Pankests and Contests Highlight Local Meet
In a chaotic Frat annual event at the high school, students competed in a wide range of activities. Odom led the running order with top marks in poetry and speaking, while Elnora and Washington Township entrants earned high places in spelling, music, and piano contests.
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Ale Eld
Ch Darelioct
Odom
Malia
Mitler
Johagon
Elnora
Vind. A
Reaal
Miler Steele
Ramp
Levorn-Tomey
Elnert
Washinstotn
Irene Anttsetaw
Washington
Muth Walker
Vrate Township
Brotherhood Convenes Amid Dispute Over Actions by Insurgents
Fragmented text shows a council or group referencing the Brotherhood and insurgent actions. It discusses participation, unauthorized moves, and aims to preserve legality while addressing compensation and membership status amid internal disagreement.
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Es UL
Pantiner
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