Quiet title suit targets Daviess real estate in 1920 filing
In Daviess circuit court the plaintiff seeks to quiet title against named defendants including Millard Elmore and Narcissa McCloskey. The complaint notes numerous deceased parties, unresolved residences, and a court date set for December 17, 1926, to appear and demur or answer at the Washington courthouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State OF India
Daviess Circuit Court
Rvs
Jo ‘Millard Winfield
Scott Elsnore
Pria’ Banta
Francis Fellows
Uw i
William L. Dodd
Nicholas Moser
Exie Moser
Joseph Marlatt Sr
Joseph Marlatt
Narciasa MecClosk
Oy Willam
J. Marian
Oscar Maria Eliza Miller
Nellie Dunn
Edmu A. Dunn
John Graham
Millard Wield Scott Elmore
Prisci Banta
Nicholaa Morer
Je Moser
Joseph Marlatt Jr
Narcissa McCloskey
Naregus McCloskey
Olive Marlatt
Ollie Marlatt
Margaret McCinakey
Wi J. Marriatt
Oscar Marratt
Eliza Miller
Nettle J. Dunn
Edmund A. Dunn
A. Faith
An . Iit
Millard Winfield Scott Elmore
Priscilla Banta
Franks Fellows
William L. Nicholas Moser
Eric Morer
Joseph M.latt, Sr
Joseph Marlatt, Jr
Narela McCloskey
Narcissus McCloskey
Ollie Mariatt
Margaret Closkey
Willam J. Mariatt
Sal Marlatt
Nettle Dunn
Amund A. Dunn
Betra
Devinces
Lexttees
Next
Philia Bonta
William L
Nicholas Mover
Joseph Marlatt, Sr
Josh Marlatt, Jr
Eric Moser
Margaret McCloskey
Narcissus MecCloskey
Ollve Marlatt
Margaret McCloxkey
Wiliam J. Marlatt
R Marratt
Nettie Dunn
Washington
Indiana
A. L
Jonas E. Pershing
Notice of Final Report and Heirship Proceedings
Heirs of decedent and interested parties are notified to appear in the Daviess Circuit Court on the hearing date for final report in the estate of Joseph Cheevers. James H. Fanning is administrator. The hearing is set for December 4, 1920 with the clerk endorsing the report.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry C. Clark
Amory M. Ragsdale
Daviess Circuit Court
Renry C. Clark
Joseph Cheevers
Aaid
Merchant Tailors Form National Service Bureau
The Merchant Tailors National Service Bureau has been organized by business leaders in wholesale woolen and trimming, retail tailoring, and fashion design groups. Chris E. Kriger, president of the Merchant Tailors Designers association, says the bureau aims to run a nationwide advertising campaign to present accurate facts about the merchant tailoring industry. Early joining groups include the 7 a.m. Woolen and Trimming Association, the National Association of Merchant Tailors, the Pacific Coast Merchant Tailors Association, and several nearby units.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Cincinnati
Merchant Tailors National Service Bureau
Chris E. Kriger
Merchant Tailore’ Neriguers Association
Merchant Tailors’ Designers Associaion
Bureau
7 Am Woolen and
Appropriation Sought to Aid in Hunt for Slayers
Vanderburg county prosecutor George T. Heilman says he will request a federal appropriation from Judge Philip C. Gould to send local detectives into neighboring counties to pursue the murderers of 17 year old Dennis Kuhen, a taxicab driver. Heilman believes the crime occurred outside Vanderburg county and pledges full support to local police efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fvansville
Ind
George T. Heilman
Vanderburg County
Philip C. Gould
Vanderburg Circuit Court
Dennis Kuhen
Evansville
Heilman
School Attendance Laws to Be Enforced Rigidly
County truancy officer T. G. Horrall reports state authorities endorse strict enforcement of compulsory school attendance. Parents are urged to ensure their children attend regularly to save time and money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. G. Horrall
Miss Bob White Comic Opera At Grand Theatre
Local note reports the comic opera Miss Bob White to be staged at the Grand theater on Monday and Tuesday nights December 13 and 14 under the Ladies Aid Society of the First M. E. church. Rehearsals proceed well with a cast of about 450. the work, by Willard Spencer, previously starred Raymond Hitchcock on Broadway. The plot follows Billion and Van as billionaires who lose a bet and go tramp to comedic effect, with musical interludes and romance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob White
Grand Theater
Ladies Aid Society of the First M. E. Church
Willard Spenser
Raymond Hitchcock
Artie Tre
Billion
Billy van
Bet
Death notices from Washington area include Catherine Hayes Campbell
Mrs J J Campbell of Washington is notified of the death of Catherine Hayes Campbell in Cincinnati on Novem ber . She was seventy five, widow of J J Campbell, formerly of Louisville, and first cousin to Mr Hayes. The obituary notes her wide social ties in Washington and burial plans pending.
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Alta Yates
Vincennes
France
Tempe
J. J. Campbell
Jegram
PF. M
Washington
Catherine Hayes III
Cincinnati
Mr. Hayes
Louis
Campbell
Caroline Wagener
Caroline Waenener
Graham Farma
1St United Brothern Church
Oak Grove
Wagroner
Ledgerwood
Martin County
Benmin’ Waggoner
Nekeam Austin Waggoner
Washtownship
Wainman
Morley Missouri
Ivy Waggoner
Galveston Sea Wall Extension to be Completed by August
Government funds cover Galveston sea wall expansion in Texas as Major L M Adams predicts completion by August. About 9,110 feet finished, 1,200 feet remain. project costs and postwar figures cited, along with planned improvements to harbor protection and boulevard infrastructure.
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iBy
Associated Press
Lveston
Texas
Galveston
L. M
Dama
New
Ae Obenenemant
Wera
Ftan
Gulf
Op WA
Tuberculosis War Metaphor Prompts Public Health Call
A historical notice compares TB to a war, urging support for the National Tuberculosis Association and Christmas Seals. It cites 150,000 TB deaths yearly and 70,000 military deaths, urging citizen enlistment to back scientific prevention and treatment efforts. It also lists local court notices and names several individuals.
Milk Prices Fall in Chicago as Producers Trim Costs
Chicago dairy buyers learn December milk prices drop 45 cents per hundredweight, saving Chicago consumers about one cent per quart. The Milk Producers Association cites lower feed costs and wheat declines as contributing factors, with new price set at fourteen cents per quart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Milk Producers’ Association
McCording
Two Deer Killed by Hunter's Single Shot
BWANZEY New Hampshire December 1 The killer of two deer with one bullet is reported by Marshall Hill of this city. Hill fired at a large buck which bolted. He reached the spot and found the buck killed. Following the train a short distance, the shooter came on the body of the buck. The bullet passed through the buck’s neck into the head of the doe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bwanzey
N. H
Marshall Hill
Hill
Fire at Wang Construction camp destroys storehouse and boxcars
Fire in Lawrenceburg Indiana at Wang Construction work camp destroyed a large frame storehouse and two boxcars loaded with cement. Fire spread to other buildings but was fought by workmen. Loss estimated at $10,000, likely started by defective wiring amid lumber, ropes, sacks and tools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawenceburg
Ind
Wang Construction Company
Decker Family Aiding Search For Missing Daughter
Mrs Henry Decker of Eighth Street reports anxiety after her daughter Miss Aline Decker, a student at Stetson University in Florida, failed to return from a trip to Washington Alabama. Family and relatives await any word as authorities investigate the missing girl episode reported Monday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anes Sun
Henry Decker
Athena
Aline Decker
Ging Stetson University
Washington
Florida
Navy flier dead in Pensacola crash
James R. Spencer chief machinist mate at the naval air station was killed when a flying boat soloing crashed into Pensacola Bay from about 1000 feet. Spencer a student pilot had served in the aviation service since the outbreak of the war. His home was in Virginia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pensacola
James R. Spencer
Naval Air Station
Here
Spencer
Virginia
Predicts Drop in Auto Accessory Prices At Convention
A. H. Decatur of Boston, head of the automobile accessories branch of the national hardware association, predicted a price drop at the opening of the association's annual convention in St. Louis. He warned prices would not return to pre war levels but readjustment is coming as the gathering continues through Friday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Louis
Automobile
A. H. Decatur
Boston
Gutcomobile Accessories
National Hardware Association
Mr. Decatur
Four life prisoners seek clemency from Indiana board
Four life prisoners including a woman are among about a score of new cases docketed for the Indiana state board of pardons meeting December 10. The woman is Myrtle Hubbard of the county. Other inmates seeking clemency are James Walker of Madison County, Nam Robinson of Howard County, and Nam Robinson of Michigan City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Indianafolis
State Board of Pardons
Myrtle
Hubbard
Thms
Jamen Walker
Madison
Wil Nam
Robinson
Howard
Michigan City
Italian Troops Surround Fiume Forces Near Fiume
London dispatch reports Italian troops surrounding Fiume with three battalions and trenches. General Caviglia says government forces will avoid unnecessary bloodshed as negotiations proceed with Gabrielle Annunzio’s legionnaires.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Gabriele Annunzia
Legionaires
London Times
Cavigia
Forman Drafts President's Note on Mediation Offer
The Associated Press reports a draft note to President Wilson accepting mediation. diplomats and ministers discuss the acceptance as a step toward European settlement. The French delegation remarks reflect cautious optimism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schaarland
Wilton
Armen
Revere of Nations
Wilson
Wang
Shakey
Gun Users in Morroe County Face Future Penalties
A Bloomington report notes a shooting affray on Hackers Creek in Monroe County. George Hess and Albert Hess were arrested after a quarrel with Paul Pereifield, father-in-law of a married couple, led to a gun being fired. The case sparked debate over forgiveness versus enforcing gun laws in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomington
Austin Rast
Hackers Creek
Monroe County
George
Paul Pereifield
Perelfeld
George Hees
Abert Tees
Ono
Percifield
Forrief
Teas
Attorneys Stilwell and Embree Defend Charity Claims
Interest centers on the outcome of W F E Stilwell of Evans vie and Morton Embree of this city representing the defendant. Testimony showed part of Sunday show proceeds went to charity and that the event was for that purpose rather than the proprietors usual profits. The state was represented by Prosecutor Clark and Prosecutor-elect James Robinson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. FE. Stilwell
Evansvie
Morton Embree
Clark
James Robinson
Eight Bodies From Lost Bark Found
In SFEATTILE Washington eight bodies from the lost bark Pirrie were found on Cape Johnson beach. Victims include Captain Alfred Jensen and first mate Peter Hepmann. The ship’s master remains missing. Survivors were taken to safety by searchers after the vessel broke apart near James Island. The wife and baby of Captain Jensen were reportedly aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J Pirrie
Alfral Jensen
Peter Hepmann
Cape Johnson
Cattam Bay
Washington
Jenssen
Bpirrie
Death Alters Gibson County Board Majority
Through an organization offered after the death of W. L. S&S. Wend, the Gibson County commissioners shifted to a Democratic majority with a Democratic president. The 1918 Republican candidates for commissioner failed, while 1920 saw a Democratic gain. The death of Wood left N. P. Wirth a Democrat and Milo Grawford a Republican unsettled on successor. James Armstrong, a Democrat, left office January 1, 1920, casting the deciding vote for Kern. The newly organized board elected Wirth president.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. S&s. Wend
Gibson County
zAo
Wood
Gvrephy
Kern
Wirth
Qeorge Beloat
Insurance Officials to Meet on Thrift Drive in New York
Presidents of life insurance companies from most states will gather in New York on December 9 and 10 for a conference on nationwide thrift and economy in homes, business, industry, and government. The Association of Life Insurance Presidents reports more than 95 percent of 60.9 million policies will be represented, marking the seventy fifth year of American insurance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New York
Nfe Insurance
Cres
Itfar
Association of Life Insurance Presidents
Association
Americhi
Squirrel Season Ends in Indiana Illegal to Kill Now
Indiana state wardens report 101 alleged violators caught during November 14 to 20 as squirrel hunting season ends. Officials note a record month with 308 arrests in November 1919 and a 96 percent conviction rate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Department of Coliery
Charity Plea Wins Theater Case in Princeton Trial
In Princeton on December 1 a jury returned a verdict of not guilty in the case against A. J. Cassidy a local man charged with Sabbath desecration in a state theater matter. The trial centered on a charity appeal linked to the venue and the local community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charity Plea
Man’s
Princeton
A. J. Cassidy
Tate
Tuesdaysernoan
State Boxing Commission Draft Approved in Polk County
The Agricultural Press notes the legislature considers a draft to establish a state boxing commission and authorize boxing events under its oversight. A committee of leaders including Dr. T. Veter Keene and Grony Thetiara is named to study the proposal and present a plan to the legislature. The draft envisions a tenured system with state oversight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dediena Reneent
Tadinad
Amerten Leutan
Lecion Menders
Newerent
Adurant
Dr. T. Veter
Grony Thetiara
German Police Dog Reaches Boonville
German police dog, captured during the war, arrived in Boonville Indiana on Tuesday. The dog was shipped to its owner, Dr. W. Williams of Folsomville, by his son in the navy at Norfolk, Virginia. The dog was valued at $200.
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Boonville
Ind
Willams
Norfolk
Willams Af Folsomvile
Williama
Germany
Expert Studies Carcasses to Determine the Best Breeds
Expert analysts at the International Live Stock exposition judge carcasses for meat yield and quality. W B Margerum of Philadelphia leads the evaluation, selecting animals whose carcasses promise the highest meat value regardless of feeding or training. Results guide breeders, packers, and retailers on meat-focused stock selections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Margerum
Philadelphia
Objectix
Rotary conference plan outlined for Indiana meeting
Evansville Indiana December 1 led by Walter E Pittsford of Indianapolis a conference committee met at the Hotel McCurdy to outline a two day state meeting set for February 21 and 22 in Evansville The group includes Harry Loewenthal Floyd Biges Dr Roy Smiley Wilbur Gruber Bert Griswold Ed J Goldberg and J Greer Their aim is to attract about 1209 Rotarians from 43 Indiana clubs plus wives and visitors from Kentucky and Illinois for a robust program.
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Evansville
Ind
Walter E. Pittsford
Indianapolis
Rotary
Indiana
McCurdy
Pittsford
Harry Loewenthal
Floyd Biges
Frinceton Club
Roy Smiley
Washington ‘Club
Wilbur T. Gruber
Indianapolis Club
Bert Griswold
Fort Wayne Club
Ed J. Goldberg
Lafayette Club
J. ©. Greer
Evanaville Club
Seasion
Kentucky
Hinois
Fragmentary OCR Summary of Campaign Finance Figures
Fragmented text lists receipts and expenditures including sums like 1,330,3346.74 and 70,865.59. Mentions Washington, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, and a clerk of representatives with various committee and liability references. Lacks coherent narrative or clear dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aprian
Clerk of Representatives
J. Tricistrer
Mt. Carmel Man Is Given Forty Five Year Term
A Mt. Carmel man named Bunn was sentenced to forty five years by Judge J.C. presiding at the county court after a June 16 incident. The case followed a week-long jury trial on the charge of incendiarism and related counts. The judge indicated parole might be possible after a long term, and the proceeding adjourned with the defendant to Indiana Penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry T. Stone
Daviers County
Indiana
Daviess
Charles W. Stone
MM. Lef
Palice
Chester
J.C
Frank FE
Trentvoor
Carm Bunn
Carmel
Wne
Kern
Corm
Inauguration of Obregon Prompted Mexican Rally At Capital
Americans arrived on special trains from New Mexico to witness the inauguration in Mexico City. Supporters of President-elect Obregon were among the crowd, with reports of a large midnight gathering and widespread cheering as the ceremony concluded. Telegrams via Chamber of Commerce and Mexican allies described it as the grandest demonstration seen.
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EL Pts
eTrex
Dee
Mesigo
New Mexico
Ar'zom
Cillfarris
Ohreert
Amon Verrons
Arere of
Calimbera
Mexica
Local families visit over Thanksgiving in Ragleville
Mire Panay and Meg Averitt from Indianapolis visit Ragleville with relatives over Thanksgiving. Burress and Winklepleck families arrive from nearby towns to spend time with kin. Emma Rigaina and John Sims family host visits. Harold Riggins, Mrs Dawnoan, and Charles Clark are among relatives stopping in from Burns City and Indianapolis.
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Mire Panay
Wedianapolis
Herschel Burress
J. W. Burress
Mire
Meg
Averitt
Indianapolis
Ram Riegins
Ree Winkle Nleck
Talphy Winklepleck
Talphy Winklepleck Dad Wife Fre Here From Dveart
Emma Rigaina
Tuomlay
John Sims
Ovbrten
Artie Dynal
Mianon Pearl Overton
Reaben Aldrich
Terre Haute
Svare
A. K. Mydgs
Dawnoan
Burns City
A. OM. Clark
Harold Riggins
Caring Hasler
Charles Clark
Indianay
Nfs
Arm da Williams
Phoebe Overton
Madison
Market Report Shows Mixed Live Stock Prices and Births
The MARKEY report lists top heavies and yearlings with varying prices. Sheep and lambs show mixed receipts and unchanged quotes, noting births at Allen county hospital and the birth of a daughter to Mrs. J. Earle Weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Allen, Jr
J. Earle Wehter
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Daviess County
Charles Manuel Annie Manuel
Fendant
Annie Manuel
State of
Hinntings & Alten
Alvin Padgett
William Meredith Law
Wington
John Deere
James H. Fanning
Marian Billheimer
M. H. Goshorn
Mra. Goshorn
Marvin Billheimer
Wiltiam Prather Davis
Mise
Zeina Rillheimer
Marriec
Mre Davis
Merchant Tailors
National Service Bureau
Circuit Court Notes
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Michael Bowling
Mary L. Hart
Philip Hart, Jr
George W. Clark
L. Brown
Washington Township
Ezra Mattingly
Waggoner
Alt Brethren Church
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Grindo O. Sipte
Etprapurg
Siple
Cecil Arthur
Cali' Far
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Arthur
Bedlinds
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Wiliam C. Stewart
Wash
Dial
Stewart
Uhijinge
Oak Street
Si Meridith Hotel
Hke White
Army of the Republic
United States
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Deeda
National Tuberculosis Association
Heilmann
Jefferzon County
Omer Siegfred
Miami Coupey
Perry Hanrock
Charles Jennings
Nfr Verte Int
Arsiuk
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NAVY
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Fiue
Morroe County
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