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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1919
Page
3
Evening operation allowed from 73 o clock to midnight for power and light, with 12 midnight to prelock affecting business hours. citizens urged to conserve electricity and close window shades to reduce light waste. Committees assign fighting and conservation duties, with rail coal supply arranged via federal support and local mine operators cooperating.
A conference in Terre Haute discussed reopening apron mining with a plan to boost output to about 12 000 tons daily. Experienced foremen would manage operations while other workers would be ordinary laborers. Edward Stewart of Terre Haute and district 11 UMWA were contact for staging miners to return, notably at mines feeding eighteen state institutions. The governor noted Stewart’s favorable view and coordinated the meeting.
Paris December 2 The American delegation to the conference postponed its departure from Brest for the United States, originally set for December 6 A sizable portion of the personnel will still sail to Brest on December 3 as arranged The supreme council will not settle Fiume in the Hungarian peace treaty but defer final decision to the Allied powers Romania’s reply to the ultimatum remains unavailable publicly. the supreme vine with Premier Clemenceau presiding rejected the coal-mines request by Hungary, leaving its status to the reparations commission.
Delighted parishioners recount Rev. Father John T. O'Hare’s leadership at St Simons bazaar held November 26 27 and 28. Receipts totaled 403 27 with expenses not yet final, leaving a substantial net for parish needs and social finances.
Associated Press dispatch from Washington reports President Wilson’s annual message advocating measures to combat the cost of living, curb radicalism, and move the nation toward a Peel-type basis. The speech, to be delivered today, signals federal policy aims to be debated in Congress.
Fragmentary notes mention President Hoover, a conference opening, and various named individuals amid garbled phrases. The passage lacks coherent narrative, with broken references to elections, power, and organizational roles, making precise summary difficult.
The Indiana report notes a miners strike action and a policy change in wages as workers face reductions. Secretary treasurer of the Workers of America confirms a 31 percent decrease, with factories closing and production halted across the state.
Washington reports wartime coal limits go into effect to avert a looming fuel famine. Gov Garfeld and rail authorities coordinate to curb nonessential use, directing state and municipal action to enforce the priority order for essential consumers and keep institutions supplied.
Central Foundry in Vincennes resumes operations after last week’s light conservation ban. P. G. Ray, superintendent of foundries from New York, arrived with coal and secured power without affecting Indiana Power and Water Company load. The plant is set to open today.
Princeton Indiana December 2 Fred Heath aged nineteen died at Methodist Hospital after his right leg was crushed while attempting to beat his way on a train to Evanaville to join the army. He had been living in a haystack found by police and identified as homeless May.
J C Hentz of Vincennes has been promoted to district superintendent with Vincennes as headquarters. Dexter Schmeideskamp and Ori Redman are named assistant superintendents. The district covers Princeton Washington and several other towns.
The Baptist annual meeting postpones the business portion due to severe weather preventing several from reaching the city. The evening session is delayed until conditions improve for officials and attendees to participate.
A terse note states Keith and his father in law journeyed to Alanapolis to reclaim a car. An offer of 9100 was proposed by the owner for its recovery.
A jury found Raymond Alattingly not guilty of aggravated assault. The trial concluded after jurors retired Monday afternoon and the verdict was sealed and opened on Tuesday. Alvin Padgete represented the defendant as Mary Warren testified, with the accused released on bond after arrest.
Linton Indiana reports Captain Jack Evans once of Evansville and the 334th division may be missing in France. Family letters stopped after his departure to France. a widow from Kentucky died last winter. two other letters were received earlier. The family recounts children sent to various homes and relatives seeking news amid war tragedy.
Chentar Stepp, 25 years old from Elnora Indiana, was sentenced by Judge A H Anderson to any ndy in jail without care on a guilty plea to violations of the Reed amendment. Stepp admitted bringing 25 gallons of liquor for a Bloomington man who planned to sell it and profit, with the government noting the family on a farm and Stepp’s unemployment as mitigating factors.
Lexis l district judge Evans grants injunction allowing sales not sales after injunction. saloons charge high prices despite prohibition law taking effect Monday. U S appeals court overturns earlier riot decision, ruling millaion in favor of Aberete.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions the fed sorrel and demands for goods and production. The readable text is too fragmentary to identify specific people or events.
The review notes sharp turnover in wholesale and retail trade across reserve districts, with depleted renters and producer shortages. It cites rising prices and speculative activity paralleling a new price bill, while Federal Reserve actions temper credit. Reports warn of crop damage and cotton prices, signaling broad economic stress into early November.
John D. Frick, born December 14, 1845 in West Overton Pennsylvania, built a vast fortune as a coke baron and steel magnate. He became one of the era’s leading collectors of paintings and a dominant figure in American industry. His wealth, estimated around several millions, placed him among the era’s richest men and his cultural philanthropy left lasting influence.
Incoherent OCR fragment describes cabinet discussions on a map of Haviews county with scale details and required names. It also outlines a gymnastics drill sequence including pole vault technique and hurdle steps, and notes a Mortgomery meeting with a plan for term-end work and scrutiny of barr questions.
Si Sailom and family visited Thargy with Mrs Karl Ekey Elisha Belleci Alva Bele Jardily of Baila Merion Chandler and family visited Thursday with Mr and Mrs Wes Chandler. Mr and Mrs Hlarsehel Byer visited Friday with Plainsvile friends. Curtis Riggins and Violet Riggins visited Thanksgiving with WH True Blood family. Nathan Chatuiter of Terre Haute stayed with relatives nearby. Corfiina Re gter and Fern Reater visited Pharady with Thomas Realerai. Walter Roach called on June Chestnut Thursday evening sap. Hog Piddlehand family and Ferschel Harper et al visited near EPSO Fellz Chea and Herschel Monts Wednesday. Alya Kirksoot went to Elnora Saturday. Joe Chestnaysvent to Beiford Sunday. Elmer Mallet Marlon Chandler Tea Chestnut Herschel Monts Dewey Chestnut Walter Roach visited Sunday with Ray Jenale Chestnut.
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