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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 28, 1920

Page

4

Overturn in Congress urged by Gompers amid labor push

The piece reports on Samuel Gompers urging immediate labor driven measures to curb living costs and reform credit, with calls to amend or repeal restrictive legislation, shift public oversight of finance, and promote wage stabilization. It notes political maneuvering around labor candidates and a push to elect labor allies in Congress.

Mfr Gomtpera Gompars Intifansd Gompers Charles Fullerton Cope Grers Thia Amor Fullerton

Indianap olias grim reports on patrol and wildlife orders

A late dispatch from Indianapolis summarizes several local incidents. It notes law enforcement actions against illegal whisky findings, youth mischief near Richmond, and officers warning against protected migratory birds. It also mentions Vienna progress and treaty context, with cited figures and officials shaping policy.

Senate Hearing Powers Prompt Open Testimony

Washington May 21 The Senate Privileges and Monuments committee orders open hearings on military officials and the alleged misconduct tied to the extened Ita powers. Cross examination on Mr Daniels testimony is expected as part of the ongoing inquiry. The House rules committee postponed a regulation on relief aid and right of way, with Charen Phelk signaling factional stance before convening.

Washington J. C Sims Ortninnt Daniels Washington, D.C House Rutes Committee Belinabiyfon Apldiogs Charen Phelk

Rural pastors attend summer school for training nationwide

An article notes that sixteen summer school programs for rural pastors are organized across the United States. Attendees include ministers from Illinois Indiana and other states. The piece mentions college facilities and gymnasiums aiding the training and recreation while some participants cover part of their fare.

Daviess Gourity Deffands Ohlo United States Uigelsy Iehizun Indiana Dufrance Pulggeat Theological Schools Gympjosé

Fe viat sive Hidthy and Prize Distributions Summary

The piece lists prize amounts for a racing event with payouts like $20,000 and $5,000, lap prizes of $100, and accessory prizes totaling $15,000. It cites former winners such as Jules Goux and Dario Resta, notes track capacity and attendance figures, and names Indianapolis figures Cyra Fleher and James A. Allison among owners and management.

Fe Viat Sive Hidthy Aes Indianapolig Higuurwturers Tatufacturers of Automobile Ac Saneres Rey Haran Marmion Joe Pawson Nation Jules Goux Paygoot Rene Thames Delage Relph DePalma Mercedes Dario Reste Rouxeot Heard Wilcox Peugeot Been DePstia Cyra Fleher James A. Allison A. C. i Newby T. E. Myern Indianapolia Referna Clifford Ireland United States Paving Llinois William Exterly FE. C. Patterson Chicago Chester Ricker Indianapolis American Automo W. D. Edinburn Detroit Michigan Peoria Mllnots

Bishop's State Beats Alfords Villa In 4 to 3 Thriller

In a fast game at Alfordsville on Sunday Bishop's State edged Alfords Villa 4 to 3. Zip Wagner sparked the Stars with timely hitting and fielding as Washington’s club tried to rally. Dingle and Lannan made notable defensive plays while Cannon and Washington contributed on the mound, with Woodlawn park being prepared for future games.

Bishop Alfords Villa Masehall Alfordsville Zip Wagner Oulliclu Wagner Washington Lannan Alfordsvile Cannon Rons Dally Wat The Stars Gaither Berger Brown Alfordsville Gallery

Nephew of focal woman released after Bolshevik capture

Dayton Ohio relatives report Lieutenant Hoskinson, nephew of Mrs. William L. Brown, released on return to the United States after captivity in Russia. Hoskinson, a member of the Russian Railway Service Corps, sailed from Vladivostok after eight months service. His mother Nellie Brown, sister of Mrs. Brown, died around the time of his capture.

Dayton Ohlo J. Roy Iwaxkinson Russia United States Hoskinson Washington Birs Wiliam L. Brown Fifth East van Trocs Hoakingon Russian Railway Service Corps Vindevostok Ajchtmonoths Lieuanant Hoskinson Nellie Hoskinson Dirs. Brown

County schools will turn out biggest class yet

Arrangements are nearly complete for the county commencement exercises for the eighth grade graduates. The commencement will be held Tuesday, June 12, in the Christian Church in Washington at 2 o'clock p.m. The 1922 class count numbers 222, the largest in the history of the county.

Christun’ Élurch Washington

Veale and Reave township lists in county records

The document lists numerous residents by township Veale Reave and Barer Reheat panote along with long sequences of names across townships. It notes participants including Dorothy Doria Merle Heddon Elmo Poligexter and many others in a county records compilation.

Reeve Veale Rhea County Barer Panote Bi Ni Datto Iwullgek Bini Tand Mabel of Difion Hede Alo Dallens Stth Eads Charleys Edmandson Sita Bltoke Capsyn Fogbeckg Jessie Guthrie Yo Obbson Mintle Johnson Edit Oris Shason Off Pershing Lucile Plug i Mary Poindexter Audray Reach Oe Sears Ethel M. Shaver Is Shullabarger Lucile Yocum Orrison Tod Packs Jon Baldein Ursiya Benigh Colbtrl Leta Cobbert Gregory Vatin Hasking Hariaon Ciea M. Houston Ralph Hurley Robinson Lizals Mary E Binich Madison Leland Asder Hoyd Eugene Freed Ellim Shells Edwards Andred A Yynse Nallia Grove Mazet Gbodwin Thy Ginas Ernest ‘Oral? Gonther Esther Harbatrolt Fremgut F Hutchous Harley Kulth Runabll £ Keith Ernest & Killion Alvin &. Million John Mallett Cheater McWilliams Grace EB. Padgett Harold ‘Pa Orcar Potts Clara E. Proctor Antelio Reynalda Alpha Tislay Holso Strange Heasie Stringer Alma L. Summitt Pearl Tart Etna Tarr Auoe C. Tork Juanita Vanes van Baron Wasel Crna Merle Coyle Canton Harry Sterndon Edward Kelsey Harry Kate OM Notria Harold Satterdeld Stile Sims Dot Smith Aly Ft Stall Edith Trueblood Lyte Rinymond Wilkins Norma Nos Peter Yoder Ruth Barber Cesare Fern Bell Charlea Bryant Alvin BE. Colbert Mildred Gaither Dora Gaither Fintlie E. Gilley Alice A.allay Clinton Dobneda 2Uale Lewis Ad Lewis Cart’ E. Milas Neil Organ Homer Bridat Mainle Bulli Curtford Swann Frank Wallac Washlington Floraigeander Thomas Alexander Jore Allan Iviah Arnold Bousner Anty Bord Diudys Dratdhok Sevsie Rdcellus Cherles Gampbell 7Oeorgi Davis Earl Denham Sods ‘Dennis Jerschel Doades James Bilzotek Wilson RR. Davis Dennigg Jarvey Kenneth Hauipe Haroldi Haliowss Oral Holt Lyd4 Hunusr Gdaniea Hynds Mary Oun Marjorie Moore David McKinney Nellicoor MeIntire Woiam Nalkets Herbert Neighbor Ernest B. Os Helen Rose Mary Rust Floren ‘Sheverd Cock Steen

Fragmentary OCR Summary of Unknown Court Note

Fragmented text from a historical page mentions names and events but details are unclear. It references a court or legal matter with partial names and phrases, suggesting a formal notice or record but lacking coherent context or dates. Entities are unreadable and no firm outcome is stated.

Lignite Briquette Plant Planned in North Dakota

In Leghite Coals Poverty area North Dakota a $160000 federal grant funds a New Salem briquette plant under federal supervision. The project aims to carbonize lignite to make durable briquettes rivaling anthracite, with a 150 ton daily capacity, 50 by 200 foot holding, and year round operation using local lignite coal.

Biemark N. D North Dekots New Salem Zogn United States Caperta United States Bureau of Mines Washington

Government levies taxes on stock brokers and exchanges

New York May 29. The government derives more than 50 000 annually to prevent Crombrek lers licenses and stock transactions in New York. William H Edwards, collector of internal revenue, says six thousand stock brokers pay a tax of 40 and face an additional 100 or 180 based on seat value. Four thousand commission brokers pay 50 if members of an exchange where wares are traded. A two cent tax on shares traded on the work exchange nets the government several thousand dollars daily. Corporations with a title in the United States face a 50 cent original issue tax per share. The sale of documentary stamps averages 5 000 000, largely stamping op across bonds and other taxed instruments.

New York WOU Sdso William H. Edwards Cientidted Edwards Cutsom House

Prohibition Boon to Theatrical Business

Cleveland May 25 Associated Press report says the theatrical business has grown about fifty percent across the country since prohibition began. John Cort of New York, a leading producer, concludes the dry era averted a disastrous period for the theater world. He asserts prohibition and the legitimate stage are good friends and notes millions gained in show receipts during the current era.

Associatedress Cleveland John Cort New York Bealling Ihn Theatrical

Democratic Tax Board Critique Sparks Indiana Debate

Philip Zoercher, a Democratic member of the Indiana State Tax Board, argues the party’s history shows a push for a just and equitable tax system. He cites past Democratic leadership and commissions criticizing the 1821 tax law and condemns current attacks on the tax board, urging adherence to a firm enforcement and prudent spending mindset.

Philip Zoercher State Pffort Howard Indiana Ihequalittles Ndt Zoerder Ralston Special Commission Weong

Unclear fragmentary text on tax law and real estate

Fragmentary OCR text discusses a four year assessment on real estate, references new tax provisions and expert review, but lacks complete sentences or clear facts. No identifiable people, places, or events are reliably discernible from the readable portions.

Local residents visit and social calls noted in community roundup

An informal column lists visits and social calls among Sontiren BocAud and nearby families. William Chestone greeted Mr and Mrs Clark Laord, with other neighbors like Miss Noble Craycraft and Miss Ethel McGuirs guests, plus gatherings at Koller and Wilkey households. Various church and school events appear, including a ball game at Hackler school and neighbors from Washington and Covington stopping by, with multiple name checks and casual meetings throughout the week.

God William Chestone Clark Laord Oddo Croty Wade Plainside Thomas Koller Misa Noble Craycraft Ethel McGuirs Geo ‘Ainselough Tha Koller Birs Clark John McGuire Joe Wilkey Henry Byrer John Fignoington Fiusinettte Thomas Ad Briey Charles George Mary Chestnut Camille Clara Maclamb Jama Marlon Chestnut Hackler School Priest Frankin Harry Kelsey Holmer Frankin Schoday_ Catherinn Wilkey Washington

Local families gather for weekend visits and games

Friday visiting rounds span Plainville and Blooming ton with the Byer and Chestnut households hosting relatives and friends. A Sunday ball game at Lake features the Amish boys defeating the Shugh team. multiple families from Van Buren and Edwardsport share meals and chat over the day.

Cordette Groces Herschel Byer Ales Julian Byer Bul- Wartsport Ora Chestnut John Hamerick Rindeell Charles Myers Susie Song Forest Shirley Jeusie Ernest Roach Litto Dauggier Hazel James Roach Ben Chistint Marsh Welind Joby Manuomery Gry Frank Colginzler Mro Marlon Chandler Miiafilfra Ra Mb Avid Ofrs Jedsle Chirids Hattery Alan Hattery Bloomington Marttia Hettery Lake South van Buren Chestnut Mary Chestnut Byer Herachel Andrew Miles Charles Clinton Martha Clinton Frank E Byer Joe Noblett Daniel Dinking Ollie Brai Byer Edwardsport Fearl Cunningham and Sonp Daniel Hoytt Jegale Hdtch Brada Pearl Raynert Resior Estella Chéstout Cl Cunningham Fern Kesler Bertha Danner Thomas Kesler Erie Joe Bechtel Odon Oftaa Taylor

Local EPSOM visitors and New England names noted

EPSOM NEWS reports visitors including Calvin Perkins and Altged Grove visiting Pathday and Snoddy with ar and Mrs Greve of Dusger. Chaylestl Wilson and Thomas Cox made a telep to Odor Batur a pal Grave passing a fer Sosa Catlat dispite Synamen vereington. Eric Batley cid de dat tet, tin.

Calvin Perkins Altged Grove Ord Snoddy Greve Dusger Wilson Thomas Cox Eric Batley Cid

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