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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1920
Page
6
An item list describes a mining room outfit and related gear sold to an anonymous buyer from New York for 95 dollars. The fragment mentions a maintenance situation, wages and a chair, but details are unclear.
Washington dispatch notes higher expenses for inaugural preparations. The inaugural committee approves construction of the major reviewing stand and engraving of invitations as part of organizing President-elect Fiordine's ceremony.
At Bortan University twenty-nine female students chose to abandon candy, high heels, short skirts, and eating between meals to adopt a new chevron insignia on their gym uniforms. The chevron system, recently adopted by the college, was implemented yesterday for the brave twenty-nine.
The Wheaton arrives in New York from Bordeaux and St Nazaire with 2,749 American war dead, the largest single-ship return to date. The shipment was sent by the Army Transport. Transport details: NHS York December 16.
Washington December 16 The attempt to force consideration of the Mason resolution expressing sympathy with the Irish people failed in the House after Representative Flood Democrat Virginia raised it from the home calendar and demanded its consideration.
New York report details a bustling federal cash day as tax and debt payments due totalled 800 million in income tax installments plus 700 million in certificates of indebtedness and 140 million in liberty bonds. The events mark a pivotal cash flow moment for government funding and debt obligations.
Fragmentary text indicates a hiring or layoff notice with “MORE MEN THAN JOBS” and references to applicants being asked to call at a dean’s office and gathering at four o’clock. Mentions Lakehurst New Jersey and a hangar for the navy.
Police investigate a string of burglaries at Seymour Cabinet and related firms. Thieves forced entry, cracked safes, and stole $11,500 in cash and insurance documents while workers were away. A man and driver reportedly dropped near the ice plant are being checked as possible accomplices.
A mysterious intruder forced the outer lock of the cream company facility and pried open a safe in the office, with another safe noted as untouched. Detectives investigate the incident and review security footage for clues.
The two story frame residence of J.G. Allen, prominent Washington attorney, at Meridian Street north end burned at 10:15 am Thursday. Second story largely destroyed. lower floor damaged. Fire started by undetermined cause likely electrical wires. roof fully involved. Firemen prevented complete destruction. Allen listed with insurance on furnishings and building. The firm Hantines & Allen is noted. the couple will remain in the same site temporarily. House had recent remodeling at about 210 dollars.
Washington witnesses for New England railroads testify before the Interstate Commerce Commission. They claim profits are limited by high operating costs and weak ore shipments, stating returns fall short of expectations and investments earn little over costs.
Negotiations for leasing the Chicago Terre Haute and Southeastern railroad to the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul have reached the final issue. The sole remaining question concerns reimbursing the St Paul for current ashilthes.
New York report states Kermit Roosevelt was fined 25 dollars after a speeding incident on Wednesday. The placid details mention a plea and a single broken citation in the record.
In Geneva on December 16 four new nations joined the league by the assembly. The countries are Rulenria Gast Rica Finland and Lurembourg. France and Australia abstained from voting on the Bulgaria issue before the assembly.
The census bureau announced that Chicago's Negro population rose by 65 491 in the last decade, reaching 109 594, a 148.5 percent increase. The city’s white population stood at 2 559 104, up 450 047 or 21 percent.
Harald F. Henning, 25, a farmer from Avire near Franean Pike county, died at Walker hospital Evansville after his two fingers were caught in a corn shredder on his farm. The injuries became infected leading to tetanus.
Thieves used a Ford auto to enter and loot most shops in Oden on Wednesday night. The M B Ulrich drug store suffered the largest loss with cash and silverware. Other targets included J H Calishan general store Bundht market and several stores in the town. Police lack leads as Sheriff Faith investigates the spree.
Transcription shows a chaotic OCR read with names like ZQALVESTON and Zeigler. The readable fragment suggests a death notice or crime item identifying a Canadian millionaire in Texas. No clear date, place, or definitive facts are extractable.
Vancouver report details a murder case involving Amy Adolf, daughter of Tom, hereditary chief of the Litian tribe. A confession is reported in which the mother is implicated, claiming the father is a white man and the affair led to the crime.
The Napoli Public Utility Commission released a report noting no decline in demand for utilities over the past year. It states fuel and material costs should normalize and the commission believes the current period has stabilized costs and usage.
Mrs Winchell narrowly avoided serious injury as her son aged stepson caught fire from a bib in the kitchen range. Dr Wirth attended. The burns were superficial and Mrs Winchell aided by a rug extinguisher. The boy was seated at the breakfast table when the fire started.
The Palinderter anti strike bill was passed by the Senate without debate. It makes interference with interstate commerce a felony and sets penalties for combinations interfering with interstate commerce by announcements between operatives and employees. The measure was introduced by Senator Poindéerter of Washington after removing the anti strike clause from the transportation act.
Two divers from Pacific Salvage crew hoisted the British flag nearly 100 feet below the surface of Swanton Bay as the Price Mu pert salvage advanced. One diver raised the halyards while his partner transmitted the national anthem via surface telephone.
Vivian Nash a seven year old girl from Washington is in hospital care after tuberculosis and disability. Miss Stanton and teachers arranged for her transfer to Robert W Long Hospital Indianapolis for treatment with support from Davies County Tuberculosis Association and local officials. Parents faced long illness and financial strain while relatives aided temporarily.
In Bloomington Indiana a group of about fifteen boys from prominent families confessed to months of auto theft and petty stealing tied to a downtown club. The grand jury probe led by Prosecuting Attorney O Austin East aims to uncover 148 alleged car thefts and related damage as police anticipate further arrests.
Disjointed notes indicate key figures linked to an inaugural event. Names include Warren, McLean, Edward F Ray, J Prence st, Fred W Ham, and Jess Smith among others associated with Washington and national committees. The fragment suggests a tisking of figures tied to a committee and district representation.
Washington January reports that men’s organizations accuse the War Department of inaction over draft con derate and general directives, with a House inquiry seeking accountability from the department.
Reports from Abernock Scotland describe the removal of the remains of Mary Bell and Robert Burns from the Old Kirk to a new grave in a rock cemetery. The ceremony drew many admirers after a 134 year burial, with reverent proceedings and an extensive funeral service attended by mourners from across the country.
Filbert H. Cray, chair of United State Blees, warns at Japan Society dinner that if Japan and the United States clash the American people will be more to blame. He cites respect for Japan and notes navy build up as a last defense, with diplomats Shidehara and Morris present among prominent attendees.
AP reports Andrew Lefevre resigned today over a disagreement about military service terms. Lefevre insisted on a two year requirement for Tory service, prompting his exit from the cabinet.
A mosaic of international reports covers Japan US relations peace talks and Japanese society. Other items recount royal travels Belgium Spain Portugal and Britain currency shifts moral theatre in Paris and a German workers’ association drive. Indiana tax changes and county assessments close the digest.
In Cleveland probate court changing a name costs about 4.40 dollars with 1 dollar for advertising and roughly 3 dollars in court fees. Deputy E N Fairbanks notes most petitions have good reasons to change names. Petitions include Kiss to Murphy and Bug Seer to Zeéder as well as many where names hinder business or pronunciation. Married men rarely take wives' names according to records.
Paris report states Mr and Mrs Ge Carpentier welcomed a daughter born yesterday. He had hoped for a boy and admitted disappointment while expressing pride in the child as a champion for tennis potential.
In Wilton a public milk station system faces price shocks as dairymen cut prices to three to thirteen cents per quart while stations sell at ten cents. Consumers line up at counters, paying higher delivery and bottling costs, with health department oversight and possible new rules to keep milk clean.
Western North Dakota farmers face five crop failures as they battle hardship. Home Demonstration leader Mrs. Slyrtie G. Cole describes makeshift homes papered with newspapers and fuel from lighted beds as they travel by wagon to demonstrations. Despite adversity, farmers show resilience and seek learning in clothing making and other skills.
Officials from Baltimese and Obie groups announce a morning conference in Washington to discuss new business matters. Representatives from local organizations will attend a committee gathering to review plans and confirm agendas.
The Ynighte of Pythian Betond district meeting in Worthington, Indiana, was postponed by Ora Chancellor Neal due to a smallpox epidemic. The event is rescheduled for January with the exact date to be announced.
Henry Morgenthau of New York former American official has been chosen to act as the president's personal representative in negotiations between Armenians and nationalists. He met with Secretary Davis at the State Department to discuss his mission and received moral backing from the United States and allied powers, with a formal response anticipated from the League of Nations.
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