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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1920
Page
1
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Mary Ellen Arther died at home after consuming pills containing mirychnine. An older child unintentionally knocked pills. another child ate pills but did not report it. Authorities call it a tragic accident in the county’s history. The family resides near Washington. Milian Fite Gerald is noted as former county sheriff.
A partially legible wartime era item discusses Roosevelt addressing Cox and Article 16 with mentions of Article 10 and quotes about moral obligations. The fragment hints at U S stance on war powers and international duties, tied to Terre Haute remarks and references to governors and state actions.
An OCR fragment mentions Washington and D C, prohibition, and unrest themes amid garbled phrases. The text references a "3 Mig derision" and "enfarre," but lacks coherent events, dates, or clear names to establish a definite news item.
The Knox County circuits court records show licenses issued in Vincennes with names including Eva Williams and others connected to a pending matter. Details are fragmentary but indicate marriage-related actions involving individuals tied to local merchants and prior spouses.
A fragmented transcript shows debate over whether the assembly can elect a member and how the council wields influence. Wotan warns of danger from the Hellich Empire as votes could be transferred to the assembly, weakening the council’s control and prompting debate on executive powers and legislative balance.
A couple identified as Tivne and Clam Stren were taken into custody in a county town after a rail line crew spotted a hut three feet high sheltering them since the previous Saturday. Sheriff Faith and deputies confronted the pair near a hut constructed by pale ore, with the youth’s father alerted by a radio message. The couple, traveling on foot from New Albany to Tuk, had limited provisions and described walking up to twenty-five miles at a stretch, aided intermittently by strangers.
Rexall tabulations indicate Sen. Harding ahead of rivals with a large margin as 4th ward returns come in. Diehard figures show 428.08 counted, giving Harding 353 electoral votes to 178 for Dor Taxpay, Davies county tax relief debate yields saving of about 37,800. Auditor Ota Kinnex notes shifts in state budget and tax rates.
A garbled war era dispatch reports indictments and pretrial proceedings. It mentions charges of violence and coercion tied to a railroad and city corruption, with references to prosecutions, sentences, and legal officials. The document includes names of individuals and institutions amid uncertain OCR text.
In Indiana, observers in the Second District predict Oscar E. Blat will win Congress. Polls cited by editors show Blat leading Bland by about 1,200 to 2,500 votes with women voters forming a pivotal bloc. The piece discusses campaign tactics, party shifts, and a focus on canvassing and persuasion rather than televised ads.
Reported incident involves Saxon officers and John Vaughan in Michigan City Indiana. A boy named Billenberh Strubel, eleven, was attacked while leaving a neighbor's home. Vaughan, described as a prisoner, faced authorities as the case unfolded.
The Associated Press reports a temporary suspension of whisky withdrawals from bonds in New York and parts of New Jersey and Pennsylvania as authorities seek to curb illicit sales and ensure proper control. The move affects bonded warehouses and imports, signaling a broader effort to enforce alcohol sale regulations nationwide.
The First Christian Church plans a revival starting November 7 led by Pastor J. W. Darby who will preach. R. F. Cappa of Taouinville, Kyi, is invited to direct the revival, described as a renowned director and fine soloist.
The Rev Al tert 3 Mdnaugh, a years old Brethren minister in Elkhart Township, a real estate dealer, surhore agent, and prominent Republican antician, faced a legal hearing Friday afternoon. An attorney from J. Srneon depot attended as the case involved $12200 in a Bemina MC Sibler-Henry matter and included Oscar Ciliete in the proceedings.
News item reports the parole board denying Dewey Chatten's request amid a case involving a Michigan inmate and a 14 year sentence. Probation prospects and implications for appeals loom as details from videotaped evidence and court proceedings are discussed, with reference to sentencing and the broader legal process.
A young woman lies dying after drinking a toxic concoction. Doctors, including Dr. J. H. Wiseman and colleagues, struggle to treat her as authorities investigate possible deliberate poisoning and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The case draws attention to medical and criminal proceedings and the involvement of key officials.
A Logansport physician, Dr. , is accused of battering a constable during an incident on a stairway. Charges include resisting an officer and battery, with the constable reporting injuries and the case proceeding through local authorities. A writ of replevin involving items linked to a supplier is also mentioned amid the proceedings.
The article reports claims that the Republican National Committee sponsored travel expenses for delegates and officials. It notes calls for clarification on who paid for trips and whether any private individuals benefited from committee funds.
The Pythian Sisters report a year ending gain of 3 872 members while recognizing outstanding service. New officers include Deputy of Diniriet Belay anne and Crnerinen area. The ceremony highlighted a milestone in female membership and community extension.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a fire or incident with damages around 150000 and references F employees, fuel, electric, and various names. The readable portions are garbled and lack coherent events or locations to form a precise summary.
TERRE HAUTE Ind I ndiana report states a grand jury found no indictment against a woman for the 1909 killing of her former husband Olle Me Grocklin after a divorce case. The article notes the jury returned four indictments among others, with one involving a younger man and a separate murder in the first degree charge tied to Jackxon Jim mine.
President Harding spoke in Wichita outlining farm relief and national policy aimed at protecting farmers. He stressed support for agricultural colleges and rural interests, while Democrats criticized his approach as politically motivated and misrepresented by opponents.
The city requests authority to issue bonds for construction of a new facility, with projected costs around 2.92 million dollars. Officials cite public utilities and municipal growth as justification, while residents weigh the financial impact and long term benefits for infrastructure.
The article analyzes support for Oscar Bland amid a contentious campaign. It notes party dynamics, voter sentiment, and key figures like Culley and Foley, highlighting Bland as favored by a wide audience and contrasting factions within the party.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions an unidentified Mrs and other stray terms such as aceidehts and fen et ured. No clear event, date, or organization can be determined from the readable fragments.
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