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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Oct 08, 1920

Page

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Election Law Reforms for Australian Ballot Voting Clarified

The document outlines election board duties under the Australian ballot system, detailing precinct adjustments, appointment of two assistant clerks, and the roles of regular clerks. It specifies voting methods, machine use, ballot handling, and the distribution of compensation for clerks, along with procedures for ballots, returns, and storage by the county clerk. It also sets timeframes for returns and limits on reimbursements for returning board expenses.

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Deficit in July Income Highlights Rail Rates

The report shows a large July operating deficit for the railroad network, with a deficit of 96,653,420 against July 1919 earnings of 80,325,581. For seven months ended July, earnings fell to vinculative sums, while operating expenses rose, causing regional deficits including 313,971,851 in the eastern district. The Interstate Commerce Commission summary notes revenue declines and rising costs across major routes.

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Fragmentary OCR lists names like James 1 Roger Makhary John N. Gremart In Airnapotls and Be Ajmutt, with references to Winfloh Myrex and Thomas Pickregy of Marion as secretary. The garbled text suggests a regional roster or organizational roles from an obscure historical document.

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Life Licenses Granted for 35 Indiana Teachers

Indiana State Board of Education on Thursday awarded life licenses to 35 teachers for elementary and secondary training. Recipients include Sister Margaret Donelan, Saint Mary of the Woods, and Maurice X. O’Brien, Fort Wayne. Locations span Richmond, Muncie, Lafayette, and surrounding communities.

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Rural Districts Law in Population Gains

Washington report on population shifts showing rural districts gain residents as cities expand. The piece notes urban centers attract migrants, with cities growing at high percentages while surrounding rural areas also see increases. Data cites 1910-70 trends and varying settlement changes across districts and counties.

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Miners Vote to Return to Work After Strike End

Representatives of 3,000 carters and miners faced a return to work Friday after a walkout. The demand centered on revocation of a policy not authorized by the United Mine Workers of America. Eleven mines were affected and several operations suspended until labor leaders agreed to resume.

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Phillies Offered Money to Throw 1908 Series

Thames Deem, former manager of the White team, corroborates charges that the Phillies were offered money to throw the 1908 World Series. The New York Globe report notes the alleged scheme involved connections between New York and Chicago and a push toward the pennant.

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Second Me Church Invites Weekly Services and Meetings

Sunday worship at 10 30 with sermon by Pastor Earl Jones of Epworth league hosts a Sunday service and sermon. Thursday evening Epworth league meeting. Wednesday and Friday evening committee and prayer meetings. Building committee meets Friday evening. Historic church events and pastor notes.

Epworth

Roosevelt's Widow Appeals for Harding Victory

Edith Roosevelt, widow of Theodore Roosevelt, urged the nation to elect Senator Harding and Governor Gouridge, calling on the mahned and womanhood of America to back the Republican presidential and vice-presidential candidates.

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U S Destroyer hits mine near Riga with few details

Riga reports a U S destroyer struck a mine near Riga Bay this afternoon according to Wireless dispatches. No confirmed name or casualties provided. Franklin D Roosevelt conducted a two day Kentucky campaign swing arriving in Lexington and Louisville tonight.

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Twelve Speeches for Indiana Tour Announced

A Democratic presidential candidate announced a stop in Indiana on October 1 as part of a campaign tour. The event highlighted early messaging and was billed as the first swing through the state by the candidate and campaign team.

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Proposal for Federal Welfare Dept Aimed at Social Justice

A news clipping reports Senator Harding proposing a federal department of public welfare to promote social justice and women’s day. He argues federal machinery should advance humanitarian programs, linking enforcement of law to social justice and condemning violence such as lynching. The piece notes support from Ging and calls for action in Washington, with references to labor, women, and wartime-era reforms.

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Fragmentary line about reverence and historical terms

A fragmentary OCR style line mentions reverence and indirect references to eras and subgroups. It lacks clear people, places, or events to form a concrete news item.

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Six Parties On Official Ballot Across State Tickets

A degraded OCR reads that six parties will appear on the official ballot, listing candidates for president and governor across major parties. It notes nominal party labels such as Republican and Democrat along with other groups and emphasizes the upcoming election timing and ticket composition.

Fight the Fight: Republicans Elated Over Wilson Campaign

The article portrays Republicans buoyed by Wilson’s role in the campaign, urging unity against the Democratic platform. It accuses the administration of expanding executive power through wartime measures, criticizing habeas corpus and sedition laws as unconstitutional overreach while calling for immediate repeal and a return to peacetime norms. The piece frames Cox and Wilken as central figures in a broad political struggle.

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Contempt case set for October 1 in Indiana court

Contempt proceedings scheduled in Indiana against Alonzo Clark and several Central Labor Union members for violating a restraining order connected to a strike at the Hinder Manufacturing Company’s plant. Samuel F. Rosenheim of New York sues to enforce the order. defendants include Clark, Padellett, Walker, Gamore, Rutherford, McGinnis, Kinsella, Jackman, McCafferty, Wallace, Whiteamland and Lindley. The strike related to violent methods allegedly used to support the labor action. The restraining order and related case were brought by United States Attorney Frederick Van Nuys. a separate suit by Rosenheim seeks compliance with court-directed orders.

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Ceasur Figures From Virginia Mining Incident Report

A fragment from the Associated Press notes figures tied to a Virginia mining incident with unspecified 242.497 or 19 values. The text is garbled and unreadable in key spots, but references a calculation or tally related to the mine event and its aftermath.

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Marne Bridge Stone Used in Cornerstone Ceremony

A fragmentary notice describes sending a stone from the Marne Bridge for a cornerstone event. It mentions a ceremony, a public assembly, and officials involved in approving or presenting the plan, with emphasis on local sites and the building project.

Marne Bridge

Testifies Shipment of Coal Was Short Thirty-Two Tons

A report from Indianapolis notes coal shipments arriving short by 32 tons due to fatigue of semicoal loaders, with dealers in Crawtopolisville and surrounding areas short by over 82 tons. Average price cited per ten tons at the line was five dollars. fallout concerns discussed for business impact. Also included are late news items from Ston about Michell EKD's nomination for governor and withdrawals from several Democratic candidates in the state race.

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Miners Call Return to Work in Western Kentucky

Five thousand miners on strike in western Kentucky were ordered to return to work on Monday after wage discussions. The miners’ committee secured wage increases for all workers with retroactive dates and a broader raise for daily and monthly men, plus drivers. The agreement aims to settle a prolonged labor dispute.

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Archbishop Of Paris Appointment Reported In Early Notice

A fragmented dispatch from Paris on October 1 references Cardinal Dubois being named archbishop of Paris, succeeding a predecessor and indicating related church leadership changes. The text mix includes names such as Cardinal Annette and Cardinal Louis Ernest Dubos, with garbled phrases about diocesan roles.

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Wagers on Sex and Withdrawals in Odd Betting Scene

Fragmentary report describes unusual bets and wagers tied to a sex topic with scattered names and locations. The garbled text references New York, The Ford, and various names, suggesting a chaotic betting event or proposition. The piece emphasizes confusion and unclear outcomes.

Fragmented OCR World News Snippet

A cryptic OCR fragment mentions names and places in a tangled text about events and people. It references Dorothy, Thane Deeds, legal or political terms, and various scattered places, creating an unclear picture of a可能 political or legal dispute.

Fragmented OCR leads to garbled voter note

The readable text shows a jumble of words about voting and names, with many garbled terms. Key entities and clear facts are scarce, but mentions of voting and possibly a political meeting appear amidst the noise.

Another Cox in the Race for Presidency

Springfield dispatch notes campaign chatter as Corylee president hopeful Burt Cjilltaiun of New York joins the field amid early polling interest. The piece references rivals and ongoing party dynamics with tentative names and dates.

Springfield Mit Vax St. Lau Meind bin Fanning Amate Corylee Ani Burt Cjilltaiun New York

Auction Tender Confusion Delays Black Arrow Sale

A muddled report lists bidders and figures for the Black Arrow ship tender, noting New York based Pullek American corporation as top bidder. Details of when tenders opened and whether sale proceeds are postponed appear unclear amid conflicting descriptions.

Sisters Reunited After Years apart in Evansville

In Evansville Indiana on October 1, the Thommson family faced a long separation as Pearl Thomason, adopted after her mother died when she was young, reunites with her father after being placed in a children's home in Boonville. The elder Thomason, who struggled to care for four daughters, discovers Pearl now twenty and learns their kinship anew.

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Prices GW Coal in Indiana Set by State Board

The state board fixes coal prices across Indiana miners grouped by strata and mine quality. Costs vary by mine, including preparation and loading, with delivery to consumers via rail or wagon due to location. A 15 cent per ton charge may be added to cover operating costs, depending on who handles the sale and transportation.

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Mayor Appoints County Chairman Amid Turmoil

The mayor announced a new county chairman nominee, sparking debate over eligibility and duties. Affected local leaders and residents weigh the implications for agriculture education and advisory roles as city officials convene to formalize the appointment amid questions about process and qualifications.

Indiana's Lower House membership cut debate looms

The article outlines potential redistricting to reduce Indiana's House seats under a 1520 apportionment proposal. It notes district shifts, with Fifth, Sixth, Ninth, and Eleventh districts already populated, while Seventh, Tenth, and Thirteenth would lose territory. It discusses how remaining districts would reallocate seats to reach a projected total around 106,768,100, and how several districts may gain or lose representation under the plan.

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