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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1920
Page
2
Evansville reports a turbulent political scene with Democratic slates challenged and Republican funding tensions. A Kentucky coal strike disrupts production as workers demand wage relief, while local officials push county unit highway plans and bond funding debates.
An Associated Press dispatch from Warsaw today reports Polish forces have captured a location near Novol-Minnk east of Warn, signaling a potential shift in control as the Polish delegation in Washington warns of dangers facing civilization. The report notes U S citizens discuss the situation with concern, while Bolshevik efforts face new pressure.
Gary Indiana August 13 lawmen seized a major still with a daily capacity of 180 gallons of whisky. Arrests included Joe Greesberg formerly of Chiduya and Steve Whenegieskh of Gary. Police destroyed hundreds of feet of copper piping and 30 gallons of liquor along with 600 gallons of mash. Prisoners held for federal authorities.
A letter to Ed McCafferty, a file adjuster, notes the arrival of the circus here and a brief visit with local residents. It mentions the circus last being in town in April and references Hairenibeek Wallace cir cus.
Fragmentary note references a score for Merito Crre dated 7 August and mentions Betaro in connection with Mexican society. Details are sparse, with unclear clarity on participants or events.
A traveling circus arrives in town featuring trained animals, daring feats, and European stars. Prominent acts promise excitement and education as the show travels from West Baden to nearby venues, with an emphasis on skillful performances and animal demonstrations for all ages.
A large coal mining strike spreads from western Kentucky to Indiana Ohio and Pennsylvania as day miners demand a 30 percent wage increase. Joint committees report disagreement on wage and ore allocation issues while operators split on proposed settlements. Despite talks, only two shift crews were active amid a nationwide stoppage.
The event gathers speakers including Wasmuth and others from various institutes and nations. Discussions cover translation studies, literacy, and intercultural communication, with references to universities, departments, and national collaborations. The gathering also notes regional and global educational priorities and ongoing research initiatives.
A fragmented report describes Seymour and Tarashe Da Dee Di Grate involved in a traction light system project. It details the generating plants, central dispatch, private line communications, and how the 50 percent capacity line integrates with Louisville's demand, including the load dispatcher and plant red lamp indicators.
Jane Uleehune of the thie Peter et the Jain Cliver rate eluding a detroit background and Wade Tuvadiy arranged a private wedding with Miss Luwise B, Derrinter, at the summer home of Air Frederick Cunningham on Lit Me Traverne Day. The couple plan to travel and stay with relatives in South America, Europe, and Richmond while the bride, 31, studied in Cobteng Germany and Wilson College, Chambersburg, Pa. The groom, 34, attended school at BhHHpe and is a member of the chart.
Ed ward Piewueh of Ellertsville, missing three days, was found unharmed in the Owen mine near Bloomington after a large search. A $200 reward was offered for information on his whereabouts. investigators believe he may have wandered into the mine during the party.
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