Prohibition Convention in Lincoln Plans 1920 Agenda
Lincoln hosts the Republican Prohibition National Committee convention with speeches by Hinshaw and Calderwood. The event features women speakers, debates on the eighteenth amendment, platform drafting, and plans for the party’s presidential candidate. Attendance details note a surplus and unpaid hires totaling 265.9, with treasury balance around 275.48.
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Indiana's Lart Toll Road Turned to Free Highway
The article reports on the Indiana toll road conversion to a free highway, detailing the costs, bonds, and financial arrangements. It mentions Floyd County, the New Albans and Coesdon pits, and figures tied to the transaction. Authorities and individuals such as Florence Tucker and James Batt appear in the context of the deal and deed.
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Oe TP Peace Puack Superinte Note
The readable fragments mention a peace package and an internal note in a general sense with no clear persons, organizations, or dates to identify a concrete news item. The text is too fragmentary to determine a factual event or outcome for a conventional card.
Outlining Reform Aimed at Republican Party Unity
July 13. A statement from Ren. Lean ard Wood urges GOP family solidarity and full participation in party reform. He says progress relies on organized campaigns, careful criticism, and unity. General Weed backs broader party renewal, praising efficiency, education, and American ideals.
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Prosecution Move in Roya undergoing government action
Full text appears garbled with repeated phrases and lacks clear individuals or events. The piece mentions Washington and custody actions, implying a government prosecution context, but the readable content is insufficient to identify concrete dates, names, or outcomes for a coherent summary.
Polite Court Fines Man in Street Altercation
In a city court a defendant faced charges after a disturbance at a public hall. The mayor presided as the case concluded with a $100 fine and related contempt findings. The defendant pleaded not guilty but was found liable for the alleged offense.
Gas Mates Ta Raix 47 Ten an Isdns Overs
Indiana public service commission approves rate increase for a utility company serving multiple towns and entities. The document lists towns including Irton Jemeshers and Fum ville among regions affected and notes a 7s rate change with a specific billing impact at certain locations.
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Final Payment Celebrated At Texas Meeting
An informal gathering praised the final payment on a Texas project with a modest celebration. Attendees noted a note for 3500 and discussed future plans, with members expressing optimism for continued progress.
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Fragmentary OCR: WWI era text on a debated ambition
Fragmentary readable bits reference a historical political debate and a planned move. The piece mentions a person or group and a location, with unusual phrasing suggesting transcription errors. No clear date, event, or outcome is discernible from the legible fragments.
Railroad unions expose wartime railroad car theft scheme
A report from the United Mine Workers of America rooters reveals alleged cooperation between mine operators and railroad interests. Union officials say nearly all available railcars were diverted to mines under contract, with some mines shrinking output to maintain market prices. Evidence cited comes from union headquarters and speaks to widespread theft and price manipulation during a period of scarcity.
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Frat Golf Tourney Awards Best Scorers at Washington CC
The annual frat golf tournament at Washington Country Club ended Sunday with about twenty players in the field. W. B. Tirnsfield led scoring with 4 dollars, Murdock with 4 dollars, and A. J. Candle with 3 dollars, as the top three finishers. The next tourney is planned for the summer, with hopes of stronger turnout.
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Crawford Witt Named Huntington Bell Office Manager
Crawford Witt, former manager at the Washington telephone exchange, is appointed manager of the Huntington Bell Telephone office in Huntington. He takes over amid reform, with Mr and Mrs Joseph Bogut announcing moves to Meridian Street and new home purchases.
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Rat Roa Shrine Freight Increases Quelling Debate
Washington debates proceed over freight rate hikes amid mixed economic forecasts. Analysts cite tariff impacts on consumers and rail shippers while industry leaders defend proposed increases as necessary for infrastructure and service quality.
Municipal project plans outlined for light plant funding
A projected municipal ordinance details bond issues to finance a new light plant and related equipment. It specifies bond numbers, interest, redemption options, and a ten year repayment term. The document cites city officials and describes revenue figures and procurement steps for construction and operation.
Unclear OCR fragment yields a puzzled notion of a business man
Fragmentary text presents garbled phrases about an offer, venues, and a confession. No clear names, places, dates, or events emerge to form a factual news item or identifiable subject.
Watroy Roattes Protest Tells Senator Over Pension Filing
WATROY ROATTES TO SENATOR PROTHATS FILING OF TORT OFFICE VETERA WARHINGTON. July 13 Beneath Watson sent a letter of protest to the department arguing the architerey retirement pension provisions affect mall clerks in Indiana and many others. He claims the pension plan discriminates against older workers and could strip active duty from those reaching the age limit. The controversy involves General Burleson and others in the administration, who defend the current pension rules and its impact on federal employees.
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Unclear text fragment on award dispute and protection
The readable portions describe a dispute over naming rights or ownership in a family place with protection and juries involved. It references furnaces, a Promectivs holder, and an Inkian estate in a contested outcome. The garbled OCR limits clarity on people, dates, and exact actions.
Insurance dispute over widow’s $12,000 verdict
A damaged clipping reports a claim of insurer misvaluation after a widow’s claim for damages. The court awarded $12,000, while the widow valued her losses at $2,000 and argued the insurance firm undervalued her husband’s property, with arguments about who bore responsibility.
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Tokio Whel Wave Subway Costs Run Into Millions
A garbled AP styled report describes a massive cost overrun in a subway project. The piece names places in New York and discusses transit improvements, engineering challenges, and funds exhausted. It mentions officials, donors, and a state context with unclear figures and dates.
Indiana Prezz Reported Actions in State Legislature
Fragmented OCR notes describe Indiana lawmakers debating bills on confinement powers, committee work, and state governance. References to Governor, Senator Trchery, Representative Grasnan, Vincennes, and Greenaburg appear amid wartime and postwar context with mention of press stenography and national figures.
Reflecta High Incomes and Life Insurance Policies
A garbled report discusses life insurance polices and high income figures. It mentions insurers and notices reflecting values, with references to percentages and adult living costs. The readable fragments imply a study or summary of insurance figures and demographic effects.
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Joint session builds on minority groups and veterans
A July briefing reports a joint session addressing minority and veteran concerns alongside nonpartisan groups. The event aimed to unite leaders for a broader political agenda, with emphasis on inclusive policies and central figures in attendance.
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Rescue at Hopewell Park Prompts Quick Recovery
A drowning incident near Hopewell Park drew bystanders into action as a youth struggled in water. A companion cried out as the boat approached, enabling Blew to reach the struggling boy and revive him with aid. Local responders note the rescue occurred during a difficult, low-visibility event.
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