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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1920
Page
5
A family on a business trip suffered a car accident when a ferryman failed to properly secure bars. The car tumbled into a heat end area, injuring Mr and Mrs Steckman and their younger daughter while Marjorie escaped unharmed. The incident occurred about forty minutes after the crash.
Chicago May 26 The party arrest for betting on her horses in the Chicago National Park were fined $1 each by Judge Frank C. Graham In municipal court today and told to remain away from the bleachers hereafter and to keep the game clean from gambling If you threaten again it will be worse.
Senator Shah Johnson defeated Hoover in California presidential reformer primary by a large margin. Official returns show Johnson delegates with 370,814 votes to Hoover's 265,01.
The local lodge of Elke will initiate a large class of candidates at home at East Fifth and Main streets tomorrow evening. After the work is completed refreshments will be served. Exalted Ruler Thorp requests a large crowd to attend.
Chesapeake Beach faces heated debate as officials loosen bathing restrictions from prohibition era anchors. Citizens dismiss the rules as silly while considering costs, with police sparing resources if curbs are dropped across Atlantic City style measures.
John F. Gray a longtime prominent Grugster of Ireland died at his son in law Ralph Of Stewart’s home in Huntingbors Indiana after closing his business. He was widely known in this section and honored by Bloomington and other elites in southern Toisas.
Washington dispatch notes May 16 coverage of vocational rehabilitation provisions and the push to enhance programs. The article outlines policy shifts, funding considerations, and agency roles shaping job training and placement services for disabled workers.
The piece notes graves at Montsaucon for nearly 25,006 American soldiers, with details on inscriptions and a commemorative program. It mentions a ceremony at Beau Court and nearby sites in France, reflecting postwar memorial efforts amid Allied actions. Authorities record dates and locations tied to the remembrance.
Indiana May 26 Gov James P Goodrich issued a statement condemning the Democratic platform for repudiating former Gov Marshall and criticizing Gov Ralston's record. He argues the tax law limits local control, expands tax board powers, and notes the party’s stance contradicts its own past actions under 1892 and 1894 laws.
In Albuquerque New Mexico on May 26 a Santa Fe passenger train No 805 collided, killing two and injuring about thirty. Firemen and nurses aided victims as doctors ordered aid and evacuation.
The 4D REM COUNT CONVEXES Taeindiena supreme court Tuesday cohort prepared for the May 1830 term. Officials indicated an extended schedule and line 3 details for Mons.
A garbled OCR snippet mentions a possible abduction and a female suspect described as a hag. Details are unclear with names and locations unreadable.
Amid damaged text, farm town reports show farmers near Oak town fighting flood damage to wheat and corn. They burned undergrowth to replant, with weather aiding recovery. bills and funds struggles hinder relief and irrigation repairs as river breaks stretch downstream.
Fragmentary OCR mentions a wood fund at an event or location with names or codes. The text is unclear but suggests a fundraising or funding activity linked to individuals or groups in a local setting. Further readable details are not present to define participants, date, or exact venue.
In Indianapolis the court upheld the Lever law indictments on sections nine and thirty of the original act, quashing counts nine and others as invalid. Charles Ivane Hughes argued for the defense, while the judge ruled the Lever provisions valid and enforceable. Also noted was the probate action in Washington seeking Levi P. Morton’s will for federal probate, Morton having died at his home in New York at ninety six.
The Vincente city council approved an ordinance Monday evening, boosting officers’ monthly pay to 10 dollars each under a six power pension rule. The action increases the salary for five city employees following the passage of the measure.
An affidavit accuses Frank Marmaduke of being assaulted during a set-to near the Hindher plant, dragging him to an office for medical aid. Defendants named include Alonzo Clark W M Clark John McBride James Padgett Emmett Padgett and others. Judge War to set trial for Tuesday morning June 1 at 9 o'clock. Sheriff Faith responded to the scene.
Louisville May 26 Alleged highway robbery suspects Corporal Thomas McKermidt Private George Hart and Chironea Pierce of Battery B Seventh field artillery were arrested at Camp Henry Knox after a victim from 611 South Fifth Street reported being held up at Dripping Springs by three soldiers who covered him with a revolver and took $6 before escaping in a car Major B Felimen head marshal at Camp Knox turned the prisoners over to Camp Zachary Taylor authorities for trial on robbery charges.
A fragmented report describes bloodhounds tracking two suspects in a wooded area near northern towns where they were found asleep. Officers recovered 125 dollars in shoes silk shirts and hose along with mixed merchandise, while identifiers remained elusive.
A May 1 note from Webb Beggs outlines a $10,000 campaign to cover expenses for the Gratennial state convention and reunion of the American Lagint in Vincennes. Funds will pay for homecoming decor, transportation for the Pennsylvania band, and related costs as attendees from across the United States converge for the June 7 week event.
London May 26 In view of the approaching conference delegates have been asked to revive the British empire delegation. The four dominions Canada Australia New Zealand and South Africa were invited to nominate representatives to discuss with them the serious questions arising from the war.
MT. CARDIEL, IL May 24 The contract for the constriction of the new bank building of the First National Bank has been closed with the Burhowr Conglervion company of Laureville The new building will be one story with glazed cream terra cotta granite boxe and firm proof throughout The work will start at short time and the building to be completed by January 14 It will replace the present First National building
The Rev. Dame Or. Healey, the fighting chaplain of the 69th, died heroically in action. A separate note mentions ARWcastle receiving a forthcoming award and Indiana G. A. T. meeting plans, indicating military honors and organizational activity.
Associated Press reports in Bloomington Indiana that Newcastle is selected as the site for the 102nd annual encampment of the Jodlang Department of the Grand Army of the Republic. Five candidates run for department commander.
Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania May 26 Delegates from hard coal regions oppose Secretary Wilson’s proposed wage contract terming it a camouflage and favoring a presidential commission to settle the dispute. They warn a strike would be folly and pledge to resist any government force to accept the Bituminous award.
An Omaha Neb street car conductor faced a highwayman who demanded his watch. The robber was beaten into unconsciousness when the conductor refused and the pistol was not used. The railway company had previously offered a $700 reward for capture of the highwaymen. Henry Smits, tied to the incident, allegedly decided to rob other people after a prior charge.
Only 181 of 1500 applicants in Indiana may receive two seats at the Republican National Convention at the Coliseum. James A. Hemenway, national committeeman, says Indiana’s quota is tight and distant states may receive overflow seats while nearer counties get priority. More than 150,000 applications have been filed for 13 convention tickets, the strongest demand on record.
Mr and Mrs Richard Summer completed a lengthy trip ending in Colorado and California after visits to Joe Aggelon Whit Her and Long Reach. They enjoyed an ocean voyage and mountain jaunt with stops at peony place of material and historical interest.
Washington May 28 Americans reported as prisoners at Jiminez Chihuahua in Mexico, the US consul says no fatalities were given. The report notes a party led by a man named Macdonald was among those detained and deported.
The Associated Press reports Washington discussion on President Wilson’s request to obtain a mandate over Armenia. Debates focus on the governability of the region and the feasibility of a colonial oversight plan amid instability.
A garbled Associated Press release from Chicago on May 40 reports the Allway Labor board was told that rail ads of the United States are not apt to a price increase in wage circles. The brief notes workers’ guarantees of honest, denvious work in return.
Reports from Washington indicate President Wilson will veto the peace resolution and send a message to Congress. Leaders at the capitol outline the forthcoming communication as part of the administration’s war policy.
The General Conference of the church at Des Moines announces Bishop Fred De Land Leete will move from the Atlanta area to the Blow 12 region within days after adjournment. He has pastored in New York and Michigan and led Avon N Y, with prior key roles in Indiana and Illinois conferences. He holds degrees from Union, Rochester Theological Seminary and Albion College, and is active in Delta Kappa, Epellon and Phi Kappa. He has three children.
A filled page lists numerous real estate transfers including transfers of lots in Alfordaville and Park areas. Names such as Grismore Rett A Taberts Dorrell Brihnon Burrell Cafferty Gillistt Jackson Colbert Mowery Schmidt Buckiey Snodermag and McWilliams appear with various lots and blocks from Parke town to Plainville. The document records multiple deed exchanges among individuals and companies, detailing parcels 16 17 18 19 34 29 19 18 21 23 and others across several additions and blocks.
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