DAVIESS COUNTY APPORTIONMENT AND TAX TOTALS REVEALED
The 1819 total valuation adds 3,974,942 to Daviess county, with railroads banks and utilities among the property reassessed. The net tax bill shows 34,101,869, including banks, building and loan associations, telephone companies, and other corporations, as detailed in the township assets and county review.
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Daviens
Wieshone
Daniel J. Myers
Plate Board of Tax
Cumnilastanerr
Dayle Rurity
Manbly
Daviess Counts
Arsetsorr
Wilkie
Brantville
Indianipolia
Rafirada
Street
Washington Street Railway
New Steril Bridge Construction Near Lawrenceburg
Cumberland mill firm Vane Construction has begun a new steel bridge over the rear Miami River for the Baltimore and Ohio Western railroad, replacing a wrecked span. The bridge will be ten feet higher, built for double tracks, and will remove a sharp east turn near Ft Hill on General Harrison estate. Projected completion in about ten months with 200 to 300 men employed.
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Lawrencebiurg
Vane Construction Company
Cumberland, Mill
Miami River
Battimore and Obie Bouthweattrn
Ft. Hill
Harrison
Randled
Ships Sows to Brazil for Rocket Tier Foundation
An article reports that four purebred Duroc pigs were shipped from a stork farm by Terry Racker to an undexienated site in Brazil, South America, where they were purchased by the RocketTier Foundation company.
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Lebaxonc
Terry Racker
Hax
Jerzes
Brazil
South America
RocketTier Foundation
Coropiny
Indiana Could Lose Two House Seats After Census
Washington July 26. Census Bureau data may trim the U S House from 435 to at least 509 seats to reflect population growth. Representative Bleasdal of New York explains the apportionment plans. Indiana, Illinois, and several states would gain or lose seats based on the 1920 census.
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D.C
Blecel
New York
Mirame
Ngiana
Miasguri
Kentucky
Maine
Maryland
Pbraska
Vermont
Virginia
Slerel
Everett men held after river incident near Washington
Jono Rinehart and Everett men faced charges after a violent incident at a Washington river site. Police reported arrests at the scene amid a hospital visit for a hand injury. Trial progressed with statements and testimony as authorities pursue formal charges.
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Jono Rinehart
BB. Andupuen
Washington
Isnardiners
Elas
Evers
Everett
Rhinehart
Hehart
Irs
Statler
Vijeenyes
Rive Bend
Local authorities target Potfaiatomie pack oversight
In SOUTERBEND officials back a crackdown on hotel and room surveillance amid broader safety aims. The bes K commission considers tighter measures to regulate establishments and curb potential misconduct in the area.
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Bes K
Fragmented OCR: Silica Wheat Begs Longer Harvest Time
An OCR fragment references silica and wheat improvements with notes on better crop yield. The legible parts mention tests, uptake, and potential benefits for harvest timing and resilience, though details are incomplete.
Market notes on quarrying and silica materials compared
The report evaluates calcium silicate and related materials from a gravel pit near Bartinsville. It estimates silica content, neutral acids, and grading, noting 5 to 30 percent impurities. It compares ore value to limestone and Braesone, highlighting high hauling costs and price ranges around 3 percent per ton for some materials.
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Bartins
Cruntier
Tao
Earthquake shakes city as damages rise in aftermath
AP dispatches report a sharp earthquake jolting Ange Es and Loy Ange area with visible damage and a tremor that woke residents. Multiple notes indicate financial and regulatory discussions amid the chaos, including a promissory note package of 2.575 million dollars and a 340 thousand dollar item tied to road projects. Officials prepare hearings and inquiries on the disruptions.
Defender Outsa ils Shamrock Aboard Yach t View
SANNY HOOK. N. J July 28 Ameringa cop rings in Amertest. Defender Resolute defeated Shamrock IV in the 1920 regatta to claim The trophy. Time 7:52:10 with Shamrock finishing $95:20 behind. The challenger closed only near the finish, amid a long, windy race off New York harbor.
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Sanny Hook
N. J
Amertest
Ken
Thomas Linton
Tesolute
Ahamroek
Rindale
Shamrock
Cheep
Goa
Erneaine
Nile
Wan
Halt
Ling
Eng
Ma Sham He -Benta
Victoria
Resolute
FuLiptort
Bay E
Bids Received for Public Works Project Amid Confusion
Bids for the public works contract were received by the city clerk amid a long meeting agenda. The assembly postponed action on the bidding while a review of the dates, dormitory planning, and safety provisions continued. a second reading and a postponement to next regular meeting were noted. No bids were filed, and the session referenced related ordinances and potential construction timelines.
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St Ns
Luguss
Bualdi
Dean Biri
Blunustailis
Alfie Chistraeis
Feyick & Seg
Jaina
Shek
Appointing Henry Backes Postmaster in Washington Indiana
Federal notice announces Henry Backes has been appointed acting postmaster of Washington Indiana following the death of Postmaster Kiefar. Backes is praised as energetic and courteous, promising consistent treatment of patrons, while the appointment is described as provisional pending further confirmation.
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Washington
Jerse F, Metcher
Indiana
Stret Henry’ Backes
J. W. Johnston
White
Backes
F. FE
Klefers
Orce
Thickesk
Riefar
Nk Ae
Mahler
McGehor
Prteont
Stupsy
Alva
Fulkerson
Meintosh
Kiefar
Railway worker injured by hose incident at Baltimore shops
Thomas Barkley and Waller D. Hines allege a hose left under a locomotive caused a fall at the Baltimore railroad shops. Barkley, an alleged boiler helper, sues for 2600 dollars citing a torn ankle and knee tendon damage after slipping on the hose while attempting to step to the floor.
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Bollaker
Ireal
Leacchias
Brinegroom Case Sparks Royal Charivari Report
A fragment from a 19th century column notes a Brinegroom finding amusement in a charivari scene at Anmautt where locals gathered near an ancient wat Lao and a figure named Ronier amid noisy mockery and ritual site gatherings.
Court hearing for listed defendants in Washington area incident
Fragmentary OCR notes show a court involving Marlon Shepherd Alfred Wichman Cletus Maneln and Joseph Storkue before JC Sheiey Jyellen at the peace. A named Andrew Bleu appears as a rent-related party. The text hints at a gathering near Washington on a June night with an incited crowd and a visitor, but details are unclear and many names and phrases are garbled.
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Marlon Shepherd
Alfred Wichman
Cletus Maneln
Joseph Storkue
Sheiey Jyellen
Andrew Bleu
Income costs and government actions dominate reporting
Washington focuses on rising costs and policy measures amid fire safety, housing, and tax questions. Officials discuss fiscal pressures, energy costs, and regulatory steps as market conditions and public services face strain. Secretaries and state entities weigh funding priorities and timelines.
Farmers Organize and National Camp Held in September
Local notices describe farmers’ federation activities and a planned national camp from September 9 to 35. Columbia City area entities coordinate farmer gatherings and related public notices, including township updates and federation actions.
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Columbia City
Whitereminty
New
Orgadelt
Birlutns Federation of Farnese
Lim Fe
A. R. Posts
Fort Thayintil
Hery
Concrete defense fires IG naval guns on rails proposal
Washington reports on a railway mount concept for heavy naval guns. General Coe says firing on tracks is erroneous. a concrete block supports the gun, allowing firing in 360 degrees. The defense plan aims to prepare fortifications in advance for a potential naval attack. Also notes Indiana teachers vacancies and school equipment issues.
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Associated
Treas
Washington
Americana
W. F. Coo
Count Artilery
Belsaya
Court grant restraining order in Hincher Manufacturing suit
The court granted a temporary injunction in a bill by Hincher Manufacturing and others against defendants including William Clark and Samuel F. et al, ordering compliance with manufacturing terms and restraint on interference with the company’s operations. The case names Hincher Manufacturing and related parties, with proceedings dated June 4, 1920, in the district court.
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JyMize
Avedon
Wiens Yi
Typha
Aren
Hein van Nase
Manet
Ietlery
Samuel F. Neistrict
Ube
Akainat
Ting Company
In- Giark
Whitai Clark
Dehn
Hindide m Manufacturing Company
Mindigt Manufacturing
Hay
Nidine
Manufic
Snl
Cnurt
Fleo
Apne
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