Virgo to appear for preliminary hearing in murder case
Joseph de Virgo former South Bend undertaker will face a preliminary examination in Spawpaw Michigan on charges of murdering his fifth wife Maude Ta Bot whose body was found in the Tudor homestead cellar Lawton last November 28 The case may hinge on coroner jury testimony and expert affidavit evidence questioning whether the death resulted from hemorrhage due to an illegal operation Virgo denies performing any operation or being with his wife at the time of her death Though worthin is described as in Oregon.
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Virgo
Associated Press
Spawpaw
Joseph de Virgo
South Bend
Iasdianh
Maude Ta
Warthin
University of Michigan
Dry ‘Worthin
Oregon
Ralston Not Candidate for Indiana Nomination
Jap 7 Samuel Ralston former governor of Indiana has been doomed as a candidate for the nomination in an early report from Indianapolis noting political uncertainty and party interest.
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Ndianabolis
Samuel Mr. Ralston
Ins Filana
Democratic Leader Declines Candidacy on Ticket
A prominent United States senator or governor from the Democratic ticket announced he would not run. The move leaves supporters reassessing campaign strategy as party officials weigh next steps.
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United States
Hus
Infant dies from burns in Indiana house fire
A six weeks old baby boy, son of William Smith, north of Redford, Ind., died from burns suffered in a Monday afternoon fire at the Smith home. The blaze nearly killed Mrs. Smith and two other children, and the house and contents were destroyed.
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Redford
Ind
William Smith
Burns
Births and visits mark early 1920 community notes
In Knox county a baby girl Jeera Pearl was born to Mr and Mrs Melvin Harper on January 2. J P Brock visits Terre Haute with his children for a few days. Dan Hatfield takes his children to live with him in Knox county, leaving for their new home Saturday. Miss Ora Myers and Miss Adnes Hackler visit Maud Clinton. Protracted meeting announced at Sn lok Tuesday night January 6 inviting attendance. Miss Gladys Hamerick visits her parents in Odon for the week. Ethel Hackler and Susie Myers mentioned among local residents.
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Melvin Harper
Jeera Pearl
J. P. Brock
Terre Haute
Dan Hatfield
Knox
County
Ora ‘Myers
Adnes ‘Hackler
Maud Clinton
Desins
Sn Lok
toMiss Gladys' Hamerickhdusd
Qodon
EL Hamerickhouse
Hackler
Agrivat Odon
Ethel
Susie
Myers
Local Market Receipts and Prices Show Mixed Bow
Market report lists assorted items with receipts and prices. Prices for livestock and produce vary, noting specific figures such as 3.40 to 15.10 and bread at 0.60 to 0.90. The data reflects a busy trading day with fluctuating asks and deals across categories.
War Risk Insurance Gains Wide Provisions and Benefits
The new amendment to the war risk insurance act expands compensation for veterans worldwide. It increases disability and death benefits, adds lump sum options or 36 month installments, broadens beneficiary lists to include parents and spouses, and details monthly and permanent disability scales while clarifying temporary total disability versus permanent impairment. The measure also outlines conditions for allowances and the transition rules under the Sweet amendment and related provisions. The report also covers related U.S. statements on Mexican incidents and murders of American oil workers in the Tampico region.
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Loreho
Wastink
Gwot
Issiity
Rish
Bae
Veterans poll tax in Daviess county clarified
Question on whether World War I veterans owe poll tax in Daviess county. Explanation outlines old law exemptions for militia members as of March 1, 1918 and changes under later acts. Those drafted or volunteering after March 1, 1919 must pay poll tax. those mustered out before March 1, 1929 and still in service on November deadline may be exempt.
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Daviess County
United States Army
Thousands feared dead in Mexican earthquake toll
Associated Press reports a powerful earthquake struck Vera Cruz Saturday night causing widespread destruction. Early estimates indicate hundreds or thousands of deaths may result, with many areas reporting severe damage and unknown casualty counts.
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Ity Associated Press
Mexico City
Vera Drug
Washington Woman Confirms Kidney Pill Benefit After Years
A Washington woman recounts relief from back pain dizziness and languor after using a box of Dean's Kidney Pills. She reports lasting improvement for more than three years with renewed vigor and no recurrence. The testimonial notes the product remains available through Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
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Washington
Chas
Honey
Ogden St
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Mssrs
Buffalo
N.Y
Allied demands for William of Germany not to be joined
Allied demands for the extradition of former emperor William of Germany are not expected to be supported by America. Reports from the Hague indicate Count Hohenzollern may surrender to avoid embarrassment, but will rely on Holland to refuse honoring the allied demands.
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Holland
Kaiser
Associated Press
Amerengen
William of
Germany
América
the Hague
Count Hohenzollern
Netherlands
Monroe City Accident Injures Teenager En Route With Team
Glen Miley sixteen son of Calvin Miley is hospitalized after an automobile wreck near Monroe City Tuesday night. He rode with St. Simons school basketball players and suffered back and spine injuries, with other bruising. Doctors say serious but not paralyzing risks. recovery expected unless complications arise.
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Glen Miley
Seas
Calvin Miley
Monroe City
Miley
Monroe Clty
St. Simons School
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State Department
Tampico
Roney
Earl Bowles Hadeen
Mexico
Department
Roney and Bowles
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Marathon
Harry V. Leonard
Harry O. Martin
Pocomoke
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al Mans
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