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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1920

Page

1

Federal Grand Day Near Evansville Indictments Rise

The Associated Press reports a federal grand jury in Evansville, Indiana, returned sixty-seven indictments after a six week session, signaling sensational disclosures on alleged wholesale violations of federal liquor laws, including Reed amendment. Arrests to follow next week. names to remain confidential.

Associated Press Indiana OSIS Evansville United States District Court

Miners of District Reach No Conclusion on Powdee

Terre Haute May 1 The convention of delegates from district 11 AM. Wata met to discuss miners issues. The powder question was debated with no resolution. Operators offered powder at 2.21 per keg under a long term contract while miners push for committee led inquiry and shared costs.

Terre Haute Thi Lotary

Shrenan Arrested in Mail Letter Heist at Indianapolis Post

Paul C. Shrenan a former distributing clerk at the Indianapolis post office was arrested on a charge of extracting letters from the mails. Inspectors say he confessed to taking three letters mailed by postal inspectors, each containing money. He allegedly returned the letters and money and is slated for a hearing next week. The suspect, resident of 624 North Hamilton Avenue, and his wife and child are mentioned in the report.

Thanapolis Paul C. Shrenan Indianapolis Sheehan Hamilton Avenue Wassen Andy Wow Wings Post Office Ron Wusstaner

Soldier’s Wife Seeks Help After Husband’s Court-Martial

Mrs King of Petersberg appeals for aid as her husband Thurman H King, a former Army private, was court martialed in France during World War II after an intoxicated incident. He served in France, faced discipline, and was imprisoned in a federal facility. The case involves war risk insurance and an attorney from Petersburg attempting to persuade officials to refund payments. The May 7 Washington dispatch notes the ongoing effort.

Bullalo N.Y Joank J. Gafines Mary Geergen Me Mine Goergen Gan Thurman H. King Leretsbyrs Gerry Apia King Infantime L. Luchness Petersburg Washington

Bryan Says Primary In Senate Warning

Assapeinted Press reports from Pittsburg May 1 show Widian Jennings Ryan in states warns that recent primaries are a warning to Asia socratic senders should lose no time for ratification of the peace treaty. He says delay would flood the world with blood and woe. In Georgia public debate splits on ratification with reservations. Nebraska votes reflect Hitchcock’s stance. Johnson’s vote protests the treaty and senate blunders. A campaign for ratification without reservations would fail and harm world peace, cautions Ryan who urges responsibility for consequences.

Bryan Pittsgburg Widian Jennings Ryan Kttan Georgia Ieiy Nebraska Senir Hitchcock Leenworth Senate Johnson

Married by Darbs and Vincennes Couple Tie the Knot

B Dean and Mrs Hattle eng of Vincennes were married by the Rev W Darby at the First Christian Church. The ceremony united the couple in a small, local service as family and friends looked on.

Darbs

Sensational poker scandal alleged by Seymour insurer

Seymour Massachusetts reports sensational claims by Edward J Brand, an insurance man, that he buffered losses in poker games in Seymour and Brownstown over the past fourteen months. He says he played with certain men at specific places and raked money through notes secured by friends and relatives. Police and officials are reviewing the allegations and a large number of subpoenas have been issued.

Seymour Jussex Edward J. Brand Brownstown Elvil Sulis Nlfrey Dhe Insurance Hrand

Pittsburgh press outlines four rail corridor plan for Terre Haute to Evansville

Fragmented text describes a proposed Bf & C railroad from Terre Haute to Evansville. Mentions standard gauge, trains up to 120 cars, division separation, and cost concerns. Notes interest from dealers and broader implications for competing lines and regional commerce.

Picterburg Bf & C Terre Haute Evansville New York Lrieg

Terre Haute Coal Shortage Triggers Rail Delays

Fragmented OCR text notes rail shortages and coal flows affecting Terre Haute area mines and coal fields. Mentions Linton field losses and dislocated supply as of early reports with unclear figures and scattered place names.

Terre Haute Linton Field Terre Wac Naimes West Ata A. Lal

Marriage of Mikes Stadia Bat ees rey ris seiry

Jasper May 1 Another war era marriage story reports the wedding of Wedad Ronitete of Lac Angeles Cal Miss Murgér, with background noting military service. The groom Himhiele is described as having served as a surgeon in engagements near court France.

Jasper Sant Riage Mikes Bat Ees Rey Ris Seiry Wedad Ronitete Lac Angeles Cal Murgér Danis Cenney Ayersea Sarvi Sheoomet Himhiele From Court France

Indiana delegation support broad pension bill

The Indiana delegation votes for the fuller pension bill, boosting government veterans’ benefits to fifty dollars monthly. Signatures are expected, with broad propaganda activity from veterans’ families. The measure faces strong opposition framing it as pension expansion.

Graduation Night at Shonle High School

Diplomas were presented to five young men and two women at Shonle High School last night. Esther Lécile Ettzaherh Smith, Mary Easnger im Savage, John N. Haines, and E MAKES were among those honored.

Chereinen Ihre Shonle High A. Tavens Esther Lécile Ettzaherh Smith Mary Easnger Savage John N. Haines J

Missionary work cited in Washington candidacy spread

Emanuel Gates and George Mischier of Washington were early Thursday morning seen doing a "missionary" visit in favor of Charles Pullerton a Democratic candidate for congress. The activity followed a plane sighting over Washington and traced along the Baltimore and Ohio railroad route as a possible campaign stunt.

Shoals Emanuel Gates George Mischier Washington Earyy Turaday Charles Pullerton Darlesss County Hein

Turbulent Austrian Crisis Seen Reaching Budapest

Amid protests and street clashes in Budapest officials report Austrian troops moving through the city. The scene unfolds as tensions rise over occupation policy and calls for withdrawal intensify, with British French and Italian observers present to monitor the situation.

Convictions Under Mann Act Rise in Chicago

Chicago reports 2459 persons convicted for Mann Act violations from 1906 to June 30 1915. Sentences totaled 3594 years with fines amounting to 24967263 dollars. Taft signed the act June 25 1910. Since then 742 indicted have been convicted and 352 cases nolle pressed. year totals for 1915 pending compilation.

Chicago Tto Chicago Law and Order League Department of Justice Taft Manny

Auction of E and I railroad set for June 6

A formal proceeding outlines the sale of the E and I railroad property with plans for improvements including steel structures and track upgrades. Officials indicate current holders have approved development, citing anticipated benefits and potential temporary inconveniences to nearby residents during work.

Watson 41 Wasington Mae 5 A alt pre jdine for feterat emeareemagnt

In a case before the Senate, Judge Trelinha and Senator Watean weighed references in the Hae CONTree. The court proposed a sentence of one year’s improvement for interference with someone’s vote and related acts including fraud, perjury, or abuse of positions.

Wasitington Mae Pitenbner Watean Trelinha OTC Ron Pnd Em Peots Ophans

Sed Rebels Report Incident in Washington May Day

May Day events in Washington reported with unclear references to individuals and actions. The fragment mentions special day, a connection to Geneva, Chernaateg, and a person possibly named Striel, but details are incomplete.

Washington

University approves athlete education plan for freshmen year

The university board approves a new athlete education plan to be reviewed by the Athletic Director and presented to the faculty board. It outlines a four to six credit program with classes in physical development and includes sports like wrestling, swimming, and track. The plan aims to bolster recruitment and support the cadet military line by integrating athletic work with academics.

Gmiria Weber Univerity Faraley Ifhumerabley Ecoinnsory Glen Tad Roche

Dynamited Canal Opens From Lake Caprolace to Sea

The Associated Press reports Non Gelasio Caetani, brother of Prince Car tonI and American-trained engineer, has dynamited a canal from Lake Caprolace to the Mediterranean. Directed by the Duke of Sermoneta, head of the Cadani family, the project aims to reclaim the Pontine Marshes near Claterna, forty miles from Rome. The canal carves a path through the Pontine swampy region toward the sea, transforming the landscape of the volcanic coast.

Associated Press Rome Mary Gelasio Caetani Prince Cartoni Col di Yana Lake Caprolace Mediterranean Sea Duke of Sermoneta Cadani Claterna Pontine Pagos Terracina

Fragmented OCR Journal Snippet with Names and Phrases

The readable bits feature scattered names and phrases like Dretel bacraner Oath and anita Shim amid garbled text. It resembles a stray historical clipping fragment with no clear event, date, or location to anchor a coherent summary.

Fragmentary text hints at distant science and coastlines

The readable fragments mention Mediterranean hopes, coastlines, and distant places like Bal HN The Was and Pyar Erie EY. It references breeding, communications, and explosive topics in a terse, garbled vintage newspaper style with incomplete names and places.

Bal Peron Hedberg Pyar Erie Acer

Arend frety and Woe Ingtandreerins claim overs

Readable fragments indicate Arend frety and Woe Ingtandreerins claim a stake over a local oversite. Officials examine clams at a site near Kops eon as authorities seek clarity on the dispute.

Peek Rani Y

Purdue People From Two Counties Gather Here Meeting Plan

A garbled report outlines a planned meeting of Purdue people from two counties to discuss party business. It mentions dates, locations, and preliminary plans to organize a permanent county council and related activities, with invitations extended to attendees for the gathering and future events.

Purdue

Divorce claims and accusations in a local trial

A family dispute unfolds as a man files for divorce alleging betrayal and coercion. The case centers on assets and conduct during the marriage, with testimony touching on alleged infidelity and control. Court records indicate pending motions and potential custody questions.

Vague OCR Payroll Note About City Transport Workers

Fragmentary text reports workers going to work and a city setting with a plain reading of a vote at noon today. Names and places are unreadable, with several garbled terms. the readable elements hint at a local public matter or transportation note without clear outcomes.

JOHNSON WINS IN HINT OF RACE DAY SCANDAL

The report mentions Johnson winning amid hints of irregularities as Sid Pree and We Hinton are named in a garbled section. Phrases reference Hoover Avery Chen and Medes, with other names and places obscured. The piece closes noting a suspect dataset from the asso press and a morning update.

Corea Susan Hoover Avery

Fragmented OCR Clipping Describes Women’s Health Issue

The readable text fragment mentions a female medical topic, a protest or event, and references to Gatech and a tape or tape tape. Names and places are unclear due to garbled OCR, but the item centers on women and a public or academic setting.

Mysterious Puzzle Text From Local Page

Fragmentary OCR item mentions names and places with garbled words. It hints at a notice or short note involving a person or event, but most specifics are unreadable. The readable fragments include references to a person named Vine and a place resembling Poston, Tl. The context remains unclear.

Washington Drawa Faces Blat Feels In Trailside Clash

The Washington Drawa failed to secure a Sunday showdown with Blat Feels lings club, as preparations continued for the season opener at Winslow. Veterans Peters Mayer Bude nepner Perkins Revecide lead a slate of names for the team, with management pushing toward a trail completion for a home game within weeks.

Washington Winslow Pke County Horatk Indiana Jinean Peters Mayer Bude Nepner Perkins Revecide Fuetside Park Veral Goat Reeton Tomfleson Larrick Yeacer Deith Kinnaman G. McMaon theMann Uburris Barta Annahee Cannon! Withams Whetsell Conolly and Downes

Cleveland Railway Strike Turns Violent Battles

Thian agreements and enductara employed by the Cageland Railway company rejected a 75 cent hour offer, raising to 88 cents with a new minimum day wage. About three thousand men and wives are affected as union officers await noon for further proposals or orders. If none arrive, strike actions will resume amid company tensions.

Thian Iareemen Enductara Cageland Railway Company Mags Comnant Cléveland

Injunction Sought Against Officials Over Indictment

In St Louis on May 5 a request for an injunction seeks to compel government officials to appear in federal court to answer to an indictment. The filing mentions miners as context and names A B Kepley and William Pierson among others connected to the case.

Ed Preas A. J. ST. Louis United States District Court

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