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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1920

Page

2

Deaths and Funerals near Bicknell and Daviess County

A garbled necrology notes the deaths of Bernarr Kelly and Bridget Wilson, with family details and burial at local kin. William C Graham, longtime county figure, dies at 58, survived by sister Ann Allen and other relatives. obituary references place in Shanks home and Washington county origin.

William C. Gralam Daviess County William C. Graham John G. Shanks Oith Thomas Blut Graham Shanks Washington Cooper Johy Graham Scotland Pam Coppage Washart Maryland United Alsier Ann Allen J.G. Allen

FOPR KILLED IN ROCK SLIDE NEAR HUFF CREEK

Two workers were killed and another injured when a rock slide buried them at a mine opening on Huff Creek during a rainstorm. They sought shelter in a mine opening when the rock collapse occurred.

Fopr Rock Slide Lato Huff Creek

Bank Hold Up Nets $7,000 and Bonds in Broad Daylight

Three masked men robbed a Howe bank late yesterday on Way 22. They overpowered the cashier and assistants, locked them in a safe, and fled in a car with 32,000 in cash and 5,000 in Liberty bonds. Investigators seek suspects and vehicle details.

Home New Bank of Howe Sobbier

Study ranks state school systems by index numbers

A May 24 New York Associated Press report cites a Russell Sage Foundation study comparing state school systems. California is ranked first, Arizona third, New Jersey fourth, Washington noted. overall U S education efficiency has roughly doubled since 1870, with an index rising from 2 to 26 and a current Behaoli system efficiency of about 4 percent.

Associated Preag New York Montana U . States Russell Sugb?foundation California New Jersey Washington Department of Muuibet Nymberg

Race entrants set for Iowa speedway dash next Monday

A list of drivers entered for the upcoming speedway race at an Iowa track is announced. The event faces postponement complications and potential schedule shifts, with several competitors noted as being ready to compete despite uncertain conditions.

Tlaxciglantono Hamlet Incident Report

Fragmentary OCR notes describe an event near Tlaxcglantono in Puebla region with unclear details. Mentions a band and potential violence or fatality on May 1 near a tiny hamlet. Source lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes.

Tlaxcglantono Puebla

Rail unions press wage rise impact on railroads

Howard Elliott of the Association of Welfare Executives told the commission that the $1.077 billion in savings from lower rates does not justify any wage increase for the 2,000,000 railroad workers, arguing the plan fails to consider broader cost effects.

Sedalliona Fafirdada Railroad Labor Board Howard Eliott Association of Wi

Fragmentary OCR Summary of Missing Committee Session

A garbled OCR excerpt notes a Presbyterian committee meeting today with Rev Arthur Judson and references to foreign missions and the Southern churches. The text is largely unintelligible, but indicates discussions on missions and church roles.

I Presbyterian OF Today Arthur Judson Hattan

Indiana Legion convention at Vincennes June 28 29

The American Legion gathers in Vincennes Indiana for its state convention with delegates from 220 posts. A memorial building for veterans is promised, and state lawmakers may act on recognition before the sessions end. A parade, entertainment, and a youth boxing event are planned, with contingents housing and feeding many visitors.

Vincennes Ind American Legion Solution Legion- Naires Indiana Uien Legion Atate Gette American Leaton National Atdut Tatistadtart Plana Harmonie Park Indiana Department L -Russell Weingant Elate

Interstate Commerce Commission approves revolving fund plan

The Interstate Commerce Commission today approved a 30 million revolving fund to enable railroads to purchase equipment. The plan includes provisions for temporary reserves and additions, with an estimated need for 2,009 locomotives and 100,000 freight cars, including 30,000 refrigerator cars, though existing ice equipment may cost about 125 million.

Associated Press Washington, D. C Interstate Commerce Compission Rajlroada Binitioum Umatad

Bland Seeks Support for Soldier Tone Bill in Indiana

Congressman Bland told Indiana voters in a district meeting that he backs the soldiers tone bill and urges support in the Republican caucus. He cited remarks from American Legion posts including Post 28 Washington, Post 139 Sullivan, and Post 78 Vincennes as backing his position. He argued the government should assist veterans who served in the Great War and warned against ending efforts to aid the boys who volunteered.

Washtivcton D.1 House American Legion Washington Indiana Sullivan Vincennes Bland

Bishop Warne’s Ocean Crossing For Conference Duty

Des Moines reports Bishop Frank W. Warne of India endured a grueling Atlantic crossing to attend the quadrennial Methodist Episcopal conference. He described accepting work aboard a freighter from Mesopotamia to Port Said, assisting in the engine room to earn passage and reach Des Moines.

Associated Preas Des Moines Frank W. Warne India Atlante Ocean Methodist Episcopal Church Warne Mesopoetamia America Bishop Port Gald Bishop Warne Atlantic

Knights of Khorassan Vo Institute to be Instituted in Evansville

Evansville will host the official introduction of the Knights of Khorassan Vo Institute on June 17. Imperial officers arrive to confer charters and furnish ceremonial paraphernalia as councils require at least one hundred members. An all-day event includes a public parade and humorous street procession through the town.

Evansville Khorastans Pythlag Eyanaville Vance

Freight delay blamed on railroad officials

Fragmented text shows a question of freight trap and blame placed on railroad officials. Names mentioned include S. Da Hold, president of the association, and Dr. Warheld commenting on transportation space. The readable parts imply an inquiry into transportation failures and resulting analyses.

Sestion Ington - Say Iby S da- Hold Railroad Seciei

Indiana meet scoring leads Wabash dominance in race events

Wabash finished with eighteen points leading Wabash high eleven and Tech Indianapolis nine. Brazil placed fourth with seven as Washington G and Washington Center followed. Phillips of Rushville won the mile run in a record pace 4 42.9 5 and the Tech Indianapolis relay team edged Frankfort in a fast time of three minutes 42 seconds. Joe Williams claimed five of Washington high’s six points including the 10 yard dash victory. The meet featured a 44 yard dash and Burris added a third place for Wrebington while St Blin from the local school failed to score. AL Fulkerson, principal and athletic director, accompanied the Lafayette team.

Wabash High Techinfend Indianapolis Brazil Washington Washington Cenker Anderson Emervon Gary Noblesville South Bend Tipton Patoka Delphia Hotogmnod Lebanon Frankfort Joe Williama Washington Igh Burris Wrebington St Blin Tocal School Weore AL. Fulkerson Jiocatigh School Lafayette

Dalg htnr of Uwegh Mrernan Succumbs in Indianapolis

Mrs Mary Edessa McKernan Walsh dies at 230 o'clock Sunday afternoon in Indianapolis Saint Vincent’s Hospital following a career tied to Catholic circles. Born August 13, 1865 in Wasn Wheing, she moved to Indianapolis with husband Hugh Walsh after his Internal Revenue appointment. Survived by parents, husband, and one brother, she was a church member with connections to the Haights of Columbus. Funeral arrangements set in Indianapolis with services at St Peters and Gaul Cathedral.

Dalghtnr Uwegh Mrernan Indianapols Hugh McKernin Frank Denver Hor Bedaide Mavison Walsh Mika Mary Edessa McKernan Il Vincents Bos Indianapolis Walah Wasn- Wheing Ory Internal Revenue Indinoapolis John Whish Fingina A. Seu Haights of Columbus Walst Walsh Parfold Withlag Peters Gaul Indisnapolis Indisnapolis, Wedtrescs Inornoing- Buetal Todianapatis

Continuation School Law Affects Michigan Districts

Michigan school districts prepare for the continuation school law effective September 1. Prior to graduation, students up to eighteen at work must attend continuation school for six hours weekly. Retroactive provisions apply to those leaving school after September 1, with employers required to arrange attendance for affected youths. The measure applies to districts with populations over Sb crover, with continuation mandatory where established.

Associated Imreys Calumet Mich Ean School Distria Porbin Nenad Eee Whniit

Dying Red Cross Nurse Miss Crystal McCord to Rest in France

The Washington Red Cross nurse Miss Crystal McCord who died in France during World War I will be buried there. Her mother Mrs. Finehel McCord of Northeast Tenth Street asks to be allowed to view the casket in New York before transport. Metropolitan papers report the arrival of the Red Cross nurses' bodies. the McCord family sought details amid the unrest over the repatriation.

Crystal McCord Washington Red Cross France Mra Finehel McCord Northeast Tenth Treat Red Cross McCord Astor Smong

Indiana delegates name party slate for thirteen districts

Indianapolis May 24 The Republican state convention concluded with the delegation announcing the party nominees for the thirteen congressional districts. Delegates from Evansville to Fort Wayne named candidates, with vacancies in the Fourth and Tenth to be filled by the state executive committee. A telegram was sent to Eugene V. Debs in Atlanta carrying greetings and support for his presidential bid.

Don Soctalist Mak Onganige Indianapolis Ind Reppinkmest Organiatrn In- Jana Thea Kassel Evanaville A. Garin Odon Serond Paul Goven Bedford Wm. Houston Tersaula Ballings Richmond L. C. Dunham Thdlamapolis Orient 5Teh Anderson Prank Arockle Kokomo George Carebzct Marion Slaventh John Bonski Fort, Wayne Samuel Must Elkhart Lelexram Eugene V. Dabs

Congress urged railroads to share $200000000 fund equitably

A fragmented report notes lawmakers discuss distribution of a $200 million fund from federal transportation relief. It cites railroads voting powers under the Interstate Commerce Commission act and proposes the commission include practical railroad operating officials and financial members to oversee the plan.

Congress Gallepads Porumerce Commission Warbeidfen Ips Internate Commerce Ion

Harvard Siqvent Wins Sweepstakes At Republican Forum

Harvard Siqvent wins top prize at a Republican forum judged by three officials including Blaine Beals. The event, held November, awarded $19,000 across first to third places to students from Harvard University and University of Pennsylvania. Winners included Carl Smith, Howard Wilson, and Pratth, with attendees such as Senator Beveridge and Ambassador Deoyono HM. The contest aimed to educate youth in political thought and counteract extreme views by promoting balanced discussion.

Mners Walker Teat Dean Triv Annauri Blaine Beals Truston B Chetteran Woh Hays Republican National Committee My. Beale Prige Garl Smith Jonjyn Wood Streat Springheld Mass Abent Harvard University Howard B. Wilson Catherine Philadelphia Psy Penmaaivania Poe P Sratth Iat Gan Ihe “Arbor Mich Juda Rg Nich Elas Columbia University Gates Aucke Beveridge Gud Seri United States de 4Oyono Anc

President Falls From Truly Marty Sligh

An unclear article reports an incident involving a president and a fall near a signal station at night. A workman accompanied the president to a nearby city, a motor vehicle arrived within half an hour, and physicians found injuries described as severe. The text is garbled but implies a fatal or serious injury context with emergency response.

Fress Montag France Pherain Wostovita Loe Aume Alice Deschanel Angiedy

Military raid delays train as prisoners held in Leitrim

In Dallinamore Leitrim county three men who raided a house for arms were remanded to the Eligo-rail after police attempted to transport them by train. The escape attempt stalled when the engine driver refused to move the train, forcing police to keep the prisoners until a military lorry arrived on Sunday. The town was barricaded with trees and stone, hindering entry and exit for the vehicle.

Associated Dallinamore County Leitrim Ireland Bajlina- Inoroy

Washingtoned Brief Ponders Attorneys for 4 Ard

Attorneys for four individuals are reportedly involved in a case centered on a 92,500 prebension tense matter. Names and exact roles unclear due to damaged text, with references to a secretary or poet among potential parties. Further readable details are required for precise framing.

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