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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1920

Page

6

Indiana Professor Joins Atlantic Monthly Editorials Team

Merely a meta inth department of English at Indiana University has accepted a post with full charge of educational publications for the Atlantic Monthly Company of Boston. Prof Thomas, formerly Bedford Indiana school superintendent and Indiana University English instructor, will live with his family in West Newton Massachusetts. He has held leadership roles at Canter College Kentucky and Shortridge High School Indianapolis and taught at Harvard summer school. He has written and edited textbooks for Houghton Miffin Longmans Green and Atlantic Monthly Press.

Merly Indiana University Alantic Monthly Company Hoston Thomas Putfit Bedford Ind Canter College Kentucky Shor’ridge High School Indianapolis Harvard Summer School Houghton-Miffin Co Longmans-Green Atlantic Monthly Press Lve West Newton Mass

Pesch Crop Fine Mitchell Tribute

Abundant peaches are expected in Mitchell with orchards full and fruit ripening ahead of schedule despite a late spring. Buyers wait on prices as market demand may be slow due to Lucent sugar.

Mitchell

Hogs Poisoned in Bloomfield Drove Belongs to James Meade

Dr Gmer Fleenor and Pr Anpie gate assistant state veterinarian examined twenty five hogs east of the city owned by James Meade. Half of the animals likely to die from a form of noisening after being found suffering.

Gmer Fleenor Pr. Anpiegate Bloomfield James Meade

Indiana briefs highlight gains in fish and game division

The e ame and fish division shows a 40 percent revenue increase and 1 percent lower expenditures under a coordinated system. The warden service improves efficiency from last year’s politically driven results. Also Indiana boards rank sixth in health efficiency per the AMA survey. Delegates at Vincennes convention gain 2000 cots from Ft. Benjamin Harrison.

Associated Press Indianapolis Eame and Fish Division Department of Conservation Fsh Vame George N. Mannafield Fish and Game Jesults

Indiana University Commencement Cup History

Bloominton reports the completed attendance at Indiana University ceremonies with the class of 1883 noting fifty percent turnout for living members. The prize, funded by Theodore F Rose, honors the class of 1872 and has been won twice by the same class.

Bloomington

Harding Aids Oscar Bland In Early Presidential Bid

In Washington D C June Senator Warren G Harding Republican nominee for president greeted Indiana Representative Oscar Bland of the Second District. Harding recalled a 1942 Vincennes speech supporting Bland and noted Will Hays once chaired the district.

Washington,d. C Warren G. Harding Oscar Bland Senate Unites States Bland Harding Indiana Vincenney Ind Congress Will Hays Senato Harding Senaat Ohio Republican Party

Negro nominated for governor of Arkansas

Forrest City Ark June 18 J I Blount a Negro is nominated for governor by a Republican faction in Arkansas. Blount about 60 years old has headed Negro schools in Helena and taught in Hot Springs Texarkana and Forrest City. He was born in Jones county Georgia and educated in Jackson Tennessee and Chicago. He owns over six hundred acres of farm land and advocates thrift and industrious farming by Blacks aiming for land ownership.

Associated Press Forrest Cify Ark Blount Arkansas Republiican Party Jonek County Georgia Alanta Nashvill Chicago Helens Includin Hot Springs Texarkana Forres City Blount Jhas Logan H. Roots

Morphine Addict Prisoner Worries Sheriff at Bedford

Frank L. Baker carnival employee was arrested by Sheriff Faith at Bedford in connection with the Odgen Plainville robberies. He is described as a troublesome prisoner and morphine addict who, under the influence, pleads and screams for the drug. He is under medical attention. Dr. Donaldson was summoned to the county jail after noon today. Baker admitted a daily habit of about a short dose every four hours.

Frank L. Baker Carnival Faith Bedfard Odon Plainville Shei Faith Baker Baer Donaldson

Rules to conserve natural gas before 1920 deadline

State public utilities commissions will be asked by the bureau of tings to set regulations for natural gas use before October 1 1920. The rules require proper appliance adjustments, skeleton lids on stoves, elimination of furnaces over 75 percent efficient, removal of unjacketed tank heaters, and prohibition of daylight lamps and jets.

Wariengtong P Inhd Bureau of Tings

Perkins family ties mark long career in politics and industry

The obituary outlines Perkins lineage from Jacab Perkins of 1621 to a Chicago business and political figure. It notes his father in shipping, the son’s rise in Jacnian and life insurance circles, and his role in farms, harvesters, and the International Marine company. It mentions his marriage to Mary Polf and ties to the American Expeditionary Force.

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Five Fires Startlingly Hit New York Street Dwellings

Five fires broke out within a half mile area in New York today driving sleepers from their homes. Investigators trace the blazes to a brazen fire starter who lit wood and coal bins in separate dwellings. The fires occurred in the early morning hours, causing detersion and alarm in the neighborhood.

York

Detroit Census Surges as City Population Notebook Grows

Census tallies released in Washington show Detroit with 803 739 residents, up 27 078 or 18 4 percent, Cleveland at 696 836 up 235 175 or 42 1 percent. Sheriff denies linking Harold Shackleford to robberies as rumors cause embarrassment to his family. Local notices include appointment of Gara L Aikman as administratrix and reporting on profiteering in sugar.

Mviated Press Washington, D. C Ensus Detroit Cleveland Ohio

Worker Killed by Mine Explosion at Green Mound

O T Pierce about 45 was instantly killed at the Green Mound Coal mine on the Petersburg road this afternoon. He was tamping a shot with a scraper when a spark ignited a piece of powder, causing the blast. Pierce was badly burned and crushed, his body brought to the surface for burial. He was a new arrival in town with uncertain local ties.

O. T. Pierce Green Mound Petersburg Road Pierce Hadyv Pierre Thin City Terre Wante Evansyile Montremery Masonic Rel Ven Elatives Othe Bay

Labor movement launches nationwide campaign of telephone operators

Veteran president of the American Federation of Johor is convicted for the thirty nth time by the convention. The federation authorizes a nationwide campaign to organize all telephone operators, tying labor efforts to Bell Telephone and its associates. The fourth Sunday in War each age designated on Labor Memorial Day.

Associated Press Vmontreat Lure S—Samse Johor Camnaten Tn Federa ‘Hare Hedica Eenvantion Bell ‘Telephone Company

Fashion Un Citizens Strip Changes Styles in Constantinople

An American businessman in Constantinople observes a trend of rapid citizenship changes among Balkan merchants to facilitate commercial interests. Greek citizenship gains popularity as a strategic tool, aided by perceived British support, with many seeking papers for a price to ease business operations and avoid diplomatic snags.

Constarntinosia Varios Consis Constantinople Vngtern Greece Great Britair

American League Power Leads In Runs Through June

The American League leads the National League in total runs through June 6 with 1,546 to 1,529. After 165 American games and 166 National games, the margin shows the A L dominance in offense, with higher scoring and fewer low scoring pitchers’ duels than in previous years.

iBy Associated Press New York Verare Haities Nitchad Nattang Lgpeng Nationals

Bicknell Wale Markers Admitted Guilty in Court

In Mayor's Court Wednesday morning John Dur tand Emil Ollier and Joe Bernardi entered pleas of guilty to liquor law violations. They were fined and sentenced with Ollier and Bernardi each receiving fines and costs totaling 120 dollars.

Bicknell Daily News John Durtand Emil, Ollier Joe Bernardi Ollier Bernardi Sage

Secret cellar find sparks guilty pleas in local case

Two defendants, Duffaud and two others, faced charges after police uncovered two or three carloads of liquor making materials in a hidden cellar last Friday afternoon. Duffaud attempted to take the blame alone. all pleaded not guilty before changing to guilty and receiving sentences. Giller and Bernardi, boarders in the house, were linked to the property once owned by OWer. Duffaud was moved to Vincennes for transfer to the penal farm amid reports of a still and five barrels of mash.

Duffaud Giller Bernardi Ower Dufaud Vincennes Hibuse

1919 Wheat Crop Costs for Farmers

Washington June 21 American Wheat crop produced at an average cost to the grower of 2.14 per bushel according to a department of agriculture cost of production survey. The department said that to permit a profit of 50 percent the price would need about 2.00 per bushel. No later wheat cost was much lower than spring wheat.

Washington Department of Agriculture

Distribution of Five Million War Medals

Waste ton, June 21, a distribution of 4 765 000 victory medals to Army Navy and Marine Corps members who served between April 6 1917 and November 11 1918. The War Department also authorizes thirteen campaign clasps and defense service clasps to be worn with the medals overseas for troops not entitled to the overseas clasp.

Harding Expected to Accept Nomination in Indiana Meeting

Edward Hancock of Greensburg, Indiana Republican editors group president, hosts talk with Warren G. Harding the Republican nominee. Speakers include Senators Harry S. New James E. B. Watson and W. T. McCray. Committee members listed from Donih, Newcastle, Kokomo, Washington, South Bend and Lafayette.

Hancock Greensburg Indiana Repubucan Fditariet Association Jinginuhican Editorind Association Warren G. Harding Turkey Run Janan J. Hogate Donihe Richard Leiber Prederick F. Shortemeier Republican State Committee George Fillert Newcastle

Argentina to expand radio network for government dispatches

The Buenos Aires press reports Argentina plans to extend radio communications to Patagonian ports Gayman Rawson and Puerta Gallegos with Buenos Aires as a hub. Existing stations at Dohia Blarta and Rivadavia will gain power, Corrientes stations to follow.

Associated Presa Buanos Aires Argentina Patagonian Gayman Rawson Puerta Gallegos Buenos Airea Corrientes Dohia Blarta Amadoro Rivadavia Pas Acta

Thuringia votes in federal council echoed in European map

Saxe Meiningen and related duchies are linked to Bavaria as Thuringia gains two votes in the Federal Council. The report notes shifts in regional affiliations and the broader European political context, with later dispatches detailing a kingly audience and political tensions in Rome.

Saxe Meiningen Saxe-Gotha Saxe- Altenburg Schwaraburg-Radolstadt Schwerzburg - Sondershausen Réuss Coburg Saxe -Eure - Gotha Bavaria Thuringia Federal Council

Wheat wizard Seaver Wheeler earns honorary degree

Seaver Wheeler, famed as the wheat wizard of Canada, receives the Doctor of Laws from Queen’s University Kingston. University president R Bruce Taylor says Wheeler’s work added wealth to Canada and farmers, noting his eight mile to-acre wheat yield record and international titles. Wheeler’s 16 acre Risthern area farm on the Canadian National Railway supports his celebrated career.

Associated Press Prince Albert Snask Seaver Wheeler Canada Queen's University Kingston Ont R. Bruce Taylor Wheeler

Fire claims ten lives in Vancouver apartment blaze

A fire in a fashionable Vancouver district destroyed rural apartments early today. Ix persons were killed and several injured in the blaze, with extensive property damage reported across the upscale area.

Vancouver B. C

Baseball Roundup of Sunday Park Games and Scores

The article notes several Sunday baseball results. Bishop's Colts, a Vincennes Twilight League pick, fell 7 to 4 at Woodlawn. Meldaniels pitched for Vincennes. Washington Grays lost 4 to 1 at Langotes with Glassworkers facing a scare. Flora edged Washington Baltimore and Onto in eleven innings 6 to 5 at Woodlawn, Cherry and Lynch pitching for Flora, Veclain catching.

Washington Dall Vincennes Bishop's Colts Woodlawn Colts Meldaniels Washington Grays Langeotes Loe Brass Penrod Flora Washington Baltimore Flara Ther Visters Washington Cherry Lyneh VeClain Slinkard Larrick Cannon Strance George Kell

Engagement of Miss List and Mr Smiley Reported

The engagement of Miss Marturet List and Paul G Smiley is announced with plans for a six o clock dinner and event at the home of Mrs Evans on Saturday. Smiley is the youngest son of Dr and Mrs Smiley, and Miss List is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Ed List. The marriage is expected June 7.

Pranagement

Medcalfe to Marry in France During War Return

Willis T. Medcalfe linotype operator for the Columbus Ledger left Wednesday for New York to sail for France where he will wed. Medcalfe served with the American Expeditionary Forces and was with a combat unit before transferring to the Stars and Stripes publication. He plans a postwar visit to France and Switzerland, then return to Columbus to reside with his bride. He is a former resident of Columbus and brother to Mrs. R. C. Miller.

France Seymour Willis T. Medcalfe Columbus Ledger New York Fr. Medcalfe American Expeditionary Forces Taft Stars and Stripes Ofcial A.B. F Paris Switzerland America

Smiling President Chosen For Washington Rotary Club

Evansile Journal reports Hey Smiley elected president of the Rotary Club in Washington. The announcement highlights his upbeat leadership style and community involvement as the club aims to expand service projects this year.

Evansile Smiley Rotary Club Washington Rotary

Notice of Administration and Bond Proposal in Daviess County

Notice announces Alice Bixler named administratrix of Ulysses G. Rixley estate and lists a bond issuance plan by the Daviess County Board of Commissioners to fund road projects. Public hearing set at State House Room 35 Indianapolis on July 6, 1920. Includes multiple road names and bond amounts for Steele Madison Washington and Heeke townships.

Daviess Circuit Court Daviess County Indiana Ulysses Alice Bixler Hastings, & Allen Diz BOND State of Indiana Board of Commissioners State Board of Tax Commissioners Thomas Fleenor Washington Steele Township Amos H. Hoss John D. Stotts Madison Township Frank M. Walls Heeve Township State House Tidianapolty

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