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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 21, 1920

Page

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Bee Inspectors Warn On European Foulbrood Disease In County

James E. Halrkey, bee inspector, and Agent W. J. Berns surveyed beekeepers in Daviess County, finding European and American foulbrood present. They urged sanitation, proper queen stock, and strict treatment to prevent spread. beekeepers face fines for infected colonies and must burn or bury infested material. Further information available from the Division of Entomology, Department of Conservation.

James E. Blarkey State Department of Conservation Division of Entomology W. J. Berns Beon Daviess County Starkey Mae County Brest Loes Grees Inspertoy Bellum Department of Conservation State Bowae

Thieves attempt break in Reinsel shoe store and Martyi

Two burglars broke into the Reinsel shoe store and a nearby Martyi grocery Wednesday night. Merchant patrolman Richard Taylor heard noise and confronted them, forcing a quick retreat after they tried to force open a lock. Witnesses saw two men flee from an alley, escaping as police arrived. The thieves reportedly pried a coal door to access the basement and moved toward the front before aborting the burglary. The safe was left disturbed with marks on cloth piles.

Reinsel Shoe Martyi Reinsel Whoel Richard Taylor Taylor Reinsel Washington Hotel Ding Usy

Burglary Investigation Yields No Clear Suspects

Police say they found no disturbance in two store rooms and have yet to identify the burglars. Captain Greenwell reports no tangible leads or suspect identity at this time.

Greenwell

One Million Legion Members Targeted in Indiana Campaign

In Indiana the American Legion launches a nationwide push from March 17 to 22 aiming to add one million members. State adjutant Newgent schedules a Jay campaign concluding during the week, with the state convention planned in Vincennes on June 5.

Associated Pres Indianaqlus American Legion Moverment Rie Eel Newgent Tdigna Legion Jataan Seine Conq Cincennes

State Kiwanis to Hold Annual Meeting in Indianapolis

Indianapolis May 12 The annual meeting of the state Kiwanis will be held here November 2 and 24 after an executive committee meeting. Cale J McIntosh chairman announced the committee predicts the state roster of thirteen will be increased to twenty nine before the contest is held.

Indianapolis Kiwani Elie Cale J. Mccintosh Ehateman Ella

Mysterious Spillage Reports Near Clinton Plant

An unclear May Day incident near Clinton Indiana centers on a spill described as substantial though details are garbled. Police say six men were detained on suspicion of wrongdoing tied to the event as investigators seek to identify the responsible party and enforce local laws.

Training Camp Attends Soldier Cadets at Campaster

Mixed legible words describe a training camp at Campaster in mid June. The report mentions Crystalin Wernest and Melber don coordinating cadets from the Padi Annapolis regiment with four cadets attending the camp.

CRY Mae Hadrest Campaster Midh Tony Fh Crystain Wernest Melberdon Padianapolis Grainit Corps Attenslodt

Policeman Flies to Avert Forged Check Scam in Salem

Salem Ind May 12 Less than a half hour after a forged check in the name of Ernest Mason head of the Mason lis en vir Lane company was reported Indiana official Lawrence Hencock arrived by air from New Albany to pursue the suspect. Mason, joined by Oliver Wyleh and two others, was to be held in lieu of fear. The arrest marked the first time an airplane had been used by the New Albany police for an arrest.

Salem Ind Fiat Lawrencn Hencock Tnd Ernest Mason Mason-lisen Vir Lane Company Mason New Alianvy Atha Hearoth Cikel New Amany Solits Mae Roasen Cerimer Indiana Dlortinetural Association

Vincennes High School faces upcoming season with strong basketball team

The Vincentes Cetra notes Vincennes high school returns a sturdy basketball roster led by Wampler Wolfe with several seniors. McClure and Karding will be ineligible due to prior class status. Eight home and away games are listed against Redford Washington Shortridge Garfeld Terre Haute Evansville Sullivan Martinsville in December through February with multiple opponents.

Wampler Wolfe Vincennes High School Recens Ean Mele King McClure Karding Redford Washingan Shortridge Indianepalis Terre Blaine Jays Jaguary Evensdire Sullivan Martinghie Evansville Jan Wiley Terre Haute Washington

Announce Detail of War Meeting in Vincennes

Berns Dariess county farm agent announces a grain grading school to be held in Vincennes on May 29 for farmers and grain dealers. H A Rhoades Indiana grain supervisor will dismiss grading dockage and test weight. The grain dealers association and W A Ostrander will attend and speak on ration and certification for dealers and farmers. Attendees urged to attend.

W. 3. Berns Dariess County Vincennes H. A. Rhoades Indiana Ce.socraly Grain Dealers’ Association Ayid W. A. Ostrander Puridae Antigratty Ostrander

Milivenm Rate Fixes Sought by Public Service Commission

The commission reviews the May 7 inquiry after a return from a trip and confirms practical adjustments to April usage. The plant operated down for four days in April and the minimum charge may apply with allowances for the shutdown. Petition asks for permanent record and notice to patrons about consumer service.

Dransville Youth Incarceration Case Prompted Trial Doubts

A Dransville youth facing prison terms as of May 11 is said to have sought counsel after doubts about the fairness of the trial. The record notes questions about the conduct of the proceedings and indicates intent to request proper legal representation.

Svareville Mey Ion Dransville F Denth

Teddy bears molth smelled intempeily New York May 14

In New York on May 14, reports describe a bizarre scene involving teddy bears, a trone offer, and a crude display by youths. The incident mentions a steamer and the discovery of water bottles, sawdust, and a mistaken evaluations by inspectors leading to whisky being declared the outcome.

New York Curladty Sittin Helstoms Matire Castle Tier Mer Brey Saul Strane Nisky Chet Ted Whit

Hordes Suspect Hite Resovtated Cleaveland

A garbled OCR fragment references a suspect named Hite with ties to Cleveland and New York, mentioning a vehicle incident and a meeting. The readable portion hints at an investigation and possible charges, but the text is incomplete and unclear.

Veabows Theet Wen Spoon Hits Its Glass

The report notes a mishap at a Pebsburg game involving Meadows likely sidelined for weeks after an incident. Key players and a spectator crowd are mentioned with unclear details and names distorted in the OCR.

Veto and ratification push in tense federal talks

Fragmented wartime style text notes a veto tied to a federal courage amendment, mentions Hatton Stouge and Coreenar Heng, and references a transmittal to Congress about a process involving registries. The piece hints at an invasion context and regulatory action impacting the state.

Hatton Coreenar Hengant Catia Cotion Favernae Pressann

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A fragmented OCR note mentions a release and events around yesterday. Names and places are unclear but suggest a formal or official action linked to a local context.

Psa Ark

Indiana nominating convention details and party positions

Indiana Republicans meet in Indianapolis to nominate state and national candidates. The convention endorses Wood for president support, James F. Watson for U S Senator, and Emmett Branch for Lieutenant Governor, with several district delegates elected and the party outlining its stance on the league of nations and world court amid postwar policy debates.

Indianapolis Indiana Miladalna Mar Poercin Ceasedie Cee Vention Erie Pia Remington Foley Severay Toke Santos Leute Ant Severnor Etate Eipreme Rowrts Delicates Crom Chicago Theotare Hern Wood Divine Taneiers State Hiram W. Johnson California United States James F. Watson Sarcoed Nator Waolson Warren T. Mc@ray Rentiana Leutenant Gavernor Emmett FP. Hranch Martinsville Ed Fayente Atte Ova J. Navies Kokomo Trenanrer Oliver Prank Min FS Bowman Atin U. S. Leek Huntington John H. Edwards Mitchell Edwards Wilson League of Nations Senate Republian World Court

Fateful Weathered Report From Richmond And New York

A scrambled clipping notes a fatal incident near Richmond Virginia with garbled names and places. The fragment mentions a senate secret session and a possible prohibition topic. It also references aliens living in New York at an accelerated rate, though details are unclear.

New York

Divorce Granted in Junie M L versus Dora L Carr case

Parties represented in a divorce trial noted that Junie M L filed against Dora L Carr. The couple separated after a brief marriage. Carr was granted a divorce and awarded alimony of 10 dollars. Carr was to return to her maiden home. Other cases, including Palmer Cox versus Blanche J Cox and George Ho Dennis Manufacturing Company versus Leona J Strickland, were dismissed or compromised.

Junie Dora Ll Carr Carr Bre Deva Ft. Sprinhour Palmer Cox Blanche J. Cox Die Voree George Ho Dennis

Orleans youths near teaching licenses after exams

Prepared to teach Raymond Hall fifteen years old at Orleans has completed all requirements for a teacher's license in Indiana except twelve weeks of professional training in a normal series. Young Trott just graduated Orleans High School and passed the county exam for a teacher's license, to be issued after completing the normal course this summer.

Raymond Hall Orleans Tecominson Indiana Mr. Trott

MINES TO ARBITRATE GERMAN SHIP

Walker T Hines, retired railroad administration head, planned to travel to Farone as arbitrator for German flagged vessels on the Danube, Rhine, and Oder rivers. Appointed by President Wilson at the request of Belgium, Czecho Slovakia, and Romania, Hines expected to be away about eight months.

Mfr Himes

Fragmentary Crime Trial Notes Mention Prohibition Enforcement

Fragmentary OCR text references a crime case involving enforcement of prohibition laws. It mentions officials, testimony, and someone charged with enforcing the prohibition, with garbled phrasing obscuring concrete names or dates. The readable portions indicate a legal proceeding focused on duty and legality.

Raid at mining camps nets liquor law arrests near Terre Haute

Federal agents raided mining camps eight miles northwest of Terre Haute and confiscated goods, arresting several accused liquor violators. The operation targeted illegal production and distribution tied to local camps, with authorities reporting multiple seizures and detentions.

Clinton Thie Ieimly Leusa Ris- Inomael Ian Universal Terre Haute

Favors Reservations New York Telegram Views

A telegraph reply from Herbert Hoover addresses reservations raised by Haiblatthland in Oregon. The message supports the president and Senator Johnson in the debate, urging steady backing for the league and related foreign policy matters.

New York

Knights Templars elect new Indiana grand commander

Harry Moorm of Marion was chosen grand commander of the Grand Commandery Knights Templar of Indiana at the sixty-ninth annual conclave in Indianapolis. He succeeds Henry T. Conde as the retiring leader. Also named were Envzene Valet of Manele deputy grand commander and Jana George A. Newhouse of New Albany grand generalissimo. Loring cups were awarded as prizes for top attendance with Rushville first zone, Logansport second, and Washington third.

Knights Templars Harry €. Moorm Marion Knights Rushville Logansport Washington

Daring train bandit loses life in duel

A dramatic train bandit duel ended with the bandit killed and police capturing a key suspect. The incident occurred aboard a West Central line train, with a gunfight leaving multiple injured and a large bounty reportedly on the outlaw. Authorities later cornered the surviving assailant, while a hospital patient recovers from injuries.

Dismissal of Indicted Officers Delayed by Officials

In Ansville on May 14 the chief of police Schmitt and police captain Friedle, among others, held by federal indictments tied to a whisky ring but seek to stay in post until charges are public. Pittsburgh area rail workers resume Dickerson Run terminal work after six hundred who had been on strike return to duties, marking a major break in the prolonged stoppage.

Byansville Way 14 Fafar Schmitt Andrew Friedle Louis’Benter United States Marshall Federal Grand Jury Indianapolis Mayer Bosse Pittsburg P&i Pittsburgh & Lake Arle _railroad Deeg Dickerson Run Yesterdaly Zenerh Attikers Semmonth Ag

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