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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 12, 1919

Page

6

Knighthood Leaders’ War Effort Highlighted in Colchester and Paris

The article details Mr. McCarty’s World War I duties from administration posts in Colchester to secretarial leadership in Le Mans and England. It notes Kilgore Knights of Columbus support, schoolhouse projects, and overseas morale, with visits to Paris and Tre land and the effect on U S troops. It mentions fuel shortages in the Midwest, wartime mobilization, and public gatherings showcasing relief and education efforts.

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Burglary Suspect Found With Weapons in Bedford

Police report a burglary suspect, Crooke of Bedford, captured amid a walking arsenal including knives razors and scissors. The Bloomington bureau notes the arrest occurred December 5 with multiple tools recovered.

Associated Preas Laomington Ind

Hexdants Apefarm Federal Court Case

Federal court opened in Detroit facing a Ford related dispute. Judge Sontot presided as proceedings began with a reported rap and db noted in early Michigan records.

Fire destroys Woolworth building in Poutre area

A morning blaze gutted the Merchants National bank building housing Woolworth Five and Ten and offices. The blaze began about 6 am and quickly spread through the structure. Thirty people in the third floor apartments escaped unharmed. damage estimates range from 58,000 to 100,000 dollars.

Ty Associated Press Poute Ind Dee Merchants National Bank Wonlworth Lowe Wroborrh Company

Tifle Legion Lars Ane at Elwood Meeting

In Indianapolis Indiana Associated Press report details a tense event where speakers and enforcement officials clashed over a planned gathering at the Elwood school building. An injunction was issued to bar use of the venue while activists and law officers argued over safety and public order.

Ae Smith Federik George H. Hopkins Croft Indianapolis Douglas Bros Advan Wonderland Hedries J. A. Spears Associated Press Ntanapolis Ind Jaime Charles J. Griisan Federgs ‘Nobbltion Indiana Elwood Schgat Bering Grorge R. Kink Afric New York Gogde Tokai Zoode Commission

Mystery Follows Harper Death on Mississinewa River

The body of Harper, missing since November 16, was found after a river drift and reported by river hunters. Coroner Poindexter directed an autopsy. findings suggested blunt force trauma from behind and a fractured skull, with evidence of a possible struggle.

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New Plate Described With Oily Green Pattern

A fragment notes a license plate design with oily green numerals and a dark background. It compares the plate to 1919 Whi era styles and mentions heavier steel construction.

Commission urges stronger rail safety powers and standardized rules

The commission recommends extending federal authority over rail safety, including interstate transport and railroad operations. It cites obstructed work due to data gaps and train accidents caused by engineers not checking signals or flag protection. It urges automatic train control and improved air brakes and equipment.

Kreas Lamates Federal L of Tae Commission Dex Rominisd Tees

Marriage License Sealed for Wykoffaniler and Moler Couple

Delbert Harvey Wykoffaniler of Washington and Giulys Raman Moler aged 70 of Wash- Inztan are recorded for marriage license issuance.

Wykoffanilerr Delbert Harvey Wykofpai Washington Giulys Raman Moler Wash- Inztan

Indictment Pleas Entered in Federal Inquiry

In Indianapolis federal proceedings sixty defendants pled not guilty amid a federal inquiry. Joseph Bedford of Vincennes pleaded not guilty as a defendant. The indictment cites Delaware and Indiana residents with alleged false statements at Main 16, and mentions Charles W. Fairbanks connected to the News.

Indianapolis Herorofsindes A. B. Anderson Joseph Bedford Vincennes Ytorquin Donytrer Delaw Smith

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