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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1919

Page

1

Washington High School 42nd Commencement Honors 40 Graduates

The Washington high school held its forty second annual commencement in the assembly hall with forty graduates receiving diplomas. Prof George Tapy of Watash college delivered the keynote address titled The More Abundant Life. The diplomas were presented by city board treasurer A C Wise who urged continued education for national need. The program featured the school orchestra and a benediction by Rev. Elfin M Motter.

Washington High School George Tapy Watash College C. Wise Wise Birh Virgil Thompson Profesoor

Gold Star Names Listed by Daviess County Mothers

The Herald prints a full list of Daviess County boys who paid the supreme price in World War I. Readers are urged to contact the paper with corrections or omissions to ensure an accurate roll of Gold Star men. The list includes George Flick, John Peterson, Clarence Anderson, Ernest Byer, Will Iprob, Fimer Sigm, Clarence White, Jack Burch, Richard Whinpan, May Lan, Harry Stawick, John Byer, Zens, Paul Smith, Earl Edwards, Silas D.ae Narria, William Pasa, Austin Wood, Arthur Taylor, Potts, Hollis Goodwin, SMandebech, Emil Mattingly, Doane, Clarence Brothers, Crystal McCord, and others.

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Training casualties and hours logged at Garriners Geld field

The report details aviation training losses and flying hours across Garriners Geld Barrow field and Taltatersoeld. It cites 428000 lying hours at Garriners Geld 26400 at Barrow field and 72488 at Taltatersoeld with many accidents during the period. It notes several British flyers killed including Alghis and the Young son of General Peyton Psrah and mentions Captain Vernon Caatte the American interpreter who flew over enemy lines.

Abi Western Front Finisiy Yat Tallaferro Garriners Geld Ie Barrow Field Taltaterso Bist Eplo Dhp Vernon Caatte Germi Peyton Psrah Wtar Tha Robert Tsett

American Doughboy Tours Paris Monuments in World War II Memoir

A visiting American doughboy tours Paris with Young Christian Association guides. He admires the Hotel des Invalides and Napoleon’s tomb, Guynemer’s airplane display, and the Fountain of Neptune. He notes the grand views along the Seine and remarks on the enduring memory of France’s ancient landmarks.

Patis A. P Mall Anii Rante Versailles Ijn Pas Young Warnel Council Paris Eni Empire Hotel Des Invalides France Wien Guyneter Fountain of Neptuna Fountaina Seine Lid Amer Lokites Frank Abstard Don Westdam New York

Vacancy filled announced by authorities

A vacancy is filled following the recent proceedings. The official report confirms the position has been occupied, with details withheld in the public notice. Authorities did not disclose the name of the new appointee.

Auction prices and cattle demand rise in remirkation season

The article notes auctions averaging around $1,803 as high demand sustains the cattle market. It describes a trend of livestock moving to other states to replenish herds and cover stock prices, with cattle and box items remaining central to the Me livestock industry.

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LeMenceau Memorial Ceremony Amid Peace Conference Delays

Reports from the Paris peace talks indicate a memorial homage to LeMenceau as Austrian delegates prepare to hear remarks. A delay in presenting the German terms and continued Allied discussions mark a tense day as leaders work toward a renewed truce and terms.

Indiana cattle bring record prices at nine auctions

Beef sold to Canada and Mexico driven by a growing South American market for shorthorns and Herefords. Nine auctions in Indiana sold 351 head for a total of 454830 dollars, averaging 1965 dollars per animal. The top price was 24100 dollars for a red ball pro d produced by Warren T. McCray.

South Ametics Tve Tniiana Nve Indiana Warren T. McCray

Verdict for defendant in McKenna will suit in Texas

A jury in a Vircost court reached a verdict for Ster herl 11. Wilsad of Denver, ex ecutor of Mary McKenna's will, dismissing Roxann Munzesheimer's suit to overturn the 1918 will. The trial lasted four days after arguments and instructions. the estate is valued around $3,200 with most bequests to the defendant.

Vircost Mra Roxann Munzesheimer Nias Texas Weeak Mary McKenny Davies=raunty hospital Sterherl Wilsad Denver Colorado Mia. McKenna McKenna

Rodent W. Davis Dead After Hometown Farmer Passes

Rodent W. Davis, a respected 43 year old farmer from Cridersville, Ohio, died Friday at home after a monthlong illness. Survived by widow, seven children, a brother Ark O Davis of India, two sisters Mrs Richard Taylor and Mrs Stey Yarbrough, mother Mrs William Stott, and several other relatives. Funeral at 2 PM Sunday from Mignlead Church. Davis was a longtime member of the Methodist Episcopal Church and Woodmen of the World.

W. Davie Panero Davy Wie Cridersville Ola Bint Ie Merrioy Eme Davin Rinty Orward Oak

Mayor Vames Committee for Boy Scout Campaign Reflection

Mayor Vames forms committee to push a 1914 Americanization drive for Boy Scouts in Washington. The campaign seeks to enroll 100 more associate leaders and promote American parentage among immigrant youth, with leaders Jen. Boe Foraythe James E am Boyd Ian T Barris and Arbor d HH Greenwood.

Bays Boy Scout Movement United States Washington Mora L. McPherson J Jen. Boe Foraythe James E.am Boyd Iain T. Barris

Son of Frank Hubbard Drowns in Car Crash Mystery

The 9-year-old son of Mr and Mrs Frank Hubbard died Friday afternoon in a car accident near Water We Indiana. Hubbard the creator of Ane Martin was driving the auto which left the road while returning from a Tahville cemetery where a grave was decorated for Mrs Richard Tie Salis. Hubbard and his wife were injured in the crash.

Frank K. Hubberd Hubbard Martin Tahvilles Arave O A Iva Mra Richard Tie Salis Mir

Aged farmer dies by suicide after drinking acid

Widowed farmer John G. Gold of Alfordsville Township, long known in the community, ended his life Saturday afternoon by taking poison at his home on the Loogdo teo Alfordsville road. He had sought treatment for a chronic illness and feared another attack, leaving a note and a carried bag near the yard. His wife and son, and Coroner Poindexter, reported that he expressed a wish to die after consuming the poison.

John GH. Gold Sizis Yeanttot Ose Regyd Htowiship Loogdo teo-Alfordsville Road Nile Noe Alfordsavill Mr Gold Timere Gold Bata Bith Yarmit Digo Faroor Hind Kent Hwan Poindexter Tmt Berides

Trovetide tale of war memories and December battles

A garbled report recalls a seven year old pageant role model named MIATEL COTHROL in a wartime setting. It mentions Washington, Baltimore and Ohio inspired by a 19th century battle memory with references to comm connections mobilization and units moving toward St Levis and Meuse.

Washington Naltimora Ohio Fap St. Santa Selectice Phat Levis Whyels Fonk Wintel Argonne

Fire department seeks data on rate changes in Indiana

The Indiana state department asks county auditors for information on recent rate changes affecting fire department operations since the 1919 law took effect. Auditor G. Clark reports a request from State Auditor L. Klanks to monitor rate changes and publish higher rates briefly before the new law.

Indiana G. Clark Daviess L. Klanks Lim State Department Heb van Game Insurance Mer Tyes Ag

Tantass Jocinty Fary Mare While Sun Siri

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Tantass Jocinty Fary Mare and Sun Siri with garbled phrases. No clear event, names, or dates emerge to form a factual item.

Tantass Jocinty Fary Mare Sun Siri

Army tricks and misprints clog Indianapolis dispatch

A garbled report from Indianapolis outlines military project advances and misindexed figures. It cites 293 mater webicles and 149 ny ehines amid a May 2 update, noting trucks and healers involved, with unclear procurement details and limited use.

Untitled Budget Protest Reported By City Officials

A garbled report describes a fiscal dispute over a permit and alleged misuse of funds. City officers are cited as vowing action to recover money and address criticism of the budget process. The piece mentions a deputy department head and references a large potential financial impact, with emphasis on accountability and reform.

Cilbeyr Wientiren Rmnoval Ilene

Vincennes Will Build Canal Link Across City

The Vincennes commercial project aims to connect Vincennes Avenue with the river road, creating a ferry route and a Rhone foul link. Plans include a new bridge and roads, with four miles of improvements to link varied districts and spur regional travel.

Vincennes Munis Commisciners Creed Thunder Canes Weinete Prteraliyes Rhone Vincennes Avirly Tike Eaunes Foeshare Algiers

Pan American Union opens trade conference session

Delegates from the United States and Latin American republics gathered for the Pan American Union meeting in Washington on June 2. The inaugural session, presided by Frank L. Park, aimed to discuss practical trade development between the United States and the Americas, with representatives from governments, industry, and finance present to outline topics including shipping, banking, parcel post, and educational aids.

Marshall Wetromey Haar J Pan Amorican Union Strta Aitesdie Dinlomarte Remerontal Repih Marshall Delawates Miristor Moun Barrell Frank L. Park aAtrief Cove Verdy Af Beltran Mathieu Amlinsaaier Odile Temario Calderon Mister Wall Shenker Gillet Hone AE Alan Spake Congress of the United Sates Alrplanes Ag Commerce Flore

War Mothers in Charge Honor Service for War Dead

Daviegg county mothers arranged a memorial service at First Baptist Church Sunny night to honor local soldiers who sacrificed their lives in the North War. Rosa Nugent led the gathering as president, with Arthur H. Greenwell delivering a tribute to the county’s young manhood. Minnle Fox and Roarce Alemaanx led a choir while a later plan calls for a more elaborate service next year to commemorate the memory of Daviegg’s fallen.

Daviess County Baptist Church Flanders Tait Davieig Daviegs Pilizeng Rosa Nugent Ander Svenfnz Arthur H. Greenwoll Luc Enunty Hiself Mara Miss

Wilcox wins seventh International Motor Classic at Indianapolis

Associated Press reports Wilcox of Indianapolis won the seventh annual Motor Speedway classic. The race distance was 3,775 miles with two divers from the event killed and two injured. Wilcox earned $20,000 prize money, first among ten drivers. Other finishers included Hearne Sioux Gayot Alley DePalma and teammates Chevrolet Wall G. Chevrolet and Thomas. Average speed noted as 7.12 miles per hour. several errors and Italian driver DePalma affected by pit stops and steering issues.

Associated Press Antianapolis Juan Howard Witeos Indianapolis Hearne Sioux Gayot Alley DePalma Chevrolet Wall G Thomas Wileat Gayote Wilcox Mark Ponsigreptyy Ib BePalma

Poisoned Sandwiches Near Port Wayne Kill Two Guests

A Missouri party at a Port Wayne lake resort consumed poisoned sandwiches. Mr and Mrs EC Nichols, two children, and Mr and Mrs Ez E Nichols were taken to hospital after the incident. Physicians from North Webster treated the victims but their condition remained serious.

Port Wayne Ind Nichols Sam and Ez. E. Nichols Marion Nat Barbee North Webster People’s Res Rae Mee Es

SANE Show Recap And Court Fight Over Scouts

A garbled OCR record mentions a SANE Show, Scout names, and a 1977 summer reference. It alludes to a legal confrontation involving Boy Scouts, an appeal to the New York State Supreme Court, and a dispute over a seat or authority related to the organization.

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