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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1920
Page
4
A garbled report cites a director's remark on population decline amid increasing emigration from the countryside to cities during a time of wartime strain. The statement highlights a growing urban share and rising deaths as a trend affecting the nation.
Cael Btonecipher Mist Clara Stowers Tuko Titnain and a couple were found living together in a crude hut three miles west of the city along the Baltimore and Ohio tracks. They were captured last night by a brother of Stonecipher. Stonecipher’s brother arrived in a city automobile yesterday afternoon and left with the runaways for Juka after supper.
A county fair style exhibition of farm products is planned for Loogaatee this Friday and Saturday with sheltering for exhibits against bad weather. The event, linked to Unen and ample displays, aims to outsize last year’s fair, drawing over 2,000 items. Martin Comey Tribune notes strong speaker support and judges including C. D. Herkler of Elnor a noted fruit expert.
A car accident injures Jaren while en route to PAuhtey to meet family. One rear wheel detached causing a crash. he was trapped beneath the vehicle and sustained severe head and shoulder injuries. Relatives witnessed the event as the vehicle overturned and came to rest.
Reports from the Indianapolis Star describe jittery betting markets as November draws near. Odds point to a close contest with Harding favored to win Ohio, while bookmakers post varying prices on Cox and other candidates. Wagers of 80 to 100 emerge, implying potential 100,000 plunder and shifting sentiment across boards.
Fragmentary copy describes a sixth Rexall straw vote event at a store run by CC Wilflama with names Maia and edat Becont. Details are unclear, but it mentions making fraianto the real vote and a local nominee or issue connected to the Rexall straw poll.
In Cincinnati a string of recent earthquakes disrupts freight movement amid government warnings. Experts caution that while faults exist, precise timing of quakes remains unpredictable. Scientists note crustal activity and potential deep shocks, with no definitive prediction possible.
Representatives of farmers organizations in the Middle West met in Chicago and announced plans to request monthly animal statistics from the national bureau at Agriculture and Markets. The measure aims to aid in preventing price manipulation and would track domestic and world live stock supply.
The Agriculture Department issued a production forecast for principal crops as of October 1. Barley 191,569,000 bushels. oats 75,642,000 bushels. corn 321,692,000 bushels. wheat 214,007,004 bushels. White potatoes 414,959,005 bushels. sweet potatoes 193,779,000 bushels. Bacon, 293,000 pounds. cotton 7.1 percent.
Mrs E C Burnpler, president of the Indiana Federation of Cuba, issues the call for the annual state convention to be held at the Claypool in Indianapolis from October 26 to 23. A luncheon hosted by the motion picture committee opens Tuesday. Mrs David Ross chairs the committee. The council meets Tuesday afternoon to discuss reorganizing the General Federation of Women's Clubs and Indiana hosting an aping convention. A luncheon for past district chairmen is planned Wednesday noon with Mrs J C Gibbs as president. Speakers include William Lather Lewis and Miss Florence Ward.
Fragmented text cites figures and events from a campaign era, naming politicians and parties while discussing charges, funds, and rhetoric. It references Franklin D Roosevelt, Cox, Mos, and Cox statements about fighting in Europe, with mentions of the Democratic and Republican camps, and wartime funding debates.
Basile of Peace Bank in Warren County closes its doors amid a federal inquiry. Examiner Barr and Hoover join the Commission to oversee the bank’s affairs. Reported deposits total about 3.9 million with guaranteed liability by stockholders for losses. Overextended lending and tight supervision cited as causes. Public notice warns depositors may face losses while authorities plan formal actions and possible liquidation.
Joan Vaughan, who escaped from the Tachins Buate Prison at Michigan City, was captured eight miles south of Valparaiso. The fugitive, described as a trusty, had aided a 13 year old boy and a man from Kouts in the escape. Authorities report the case linked to a 1907 murder in Lafayette and note improvements to the pumping station security as part of prison guard methods.
Evansville police hold a New York man charged with forgery at the Citizens National Bank case. The suspect, from Indianapolis, was brought to the county jail after authorities halted a planned escape.
Terre Haute railroad worker Roycr Rover suffered severe injuries when a train at the Y in Mayeville struck him Friday night around 11 25. His right hand was mangled and later amputated after the accident.
A jury in the Davie ss street court returned a verdict of 2400 in favor of the plaintiff in a case involving the estate of Petter sburg banker Hatdir C-Guikek. The trial drew attention for the amount and the testimony surrounding the deceased man and his will. Mrs Gullick sued for 28140 in damages, with the trial spanning several days and concluding just before 5 pm on Saturday.
A clipped OCR item from 1993 mentions a 2 seed in a sports bracket. The readable text is fragmentary with no clear names, places, dates, or outcomes.
A Columbus woman died after being overcome by gas while bathing in her home. The incident occurred in October in COLA Indiana. Investigators report she was a widow and was home with her husband when the accident happened. The bath scene led to fatal asphyxiation linked to gas exposure. authorities are reviewing the cause and circumstances of the bath.
Fire damaged a Carthage structure with an insured loss around 72 080 dollars. The blaze affected a two story frame building used for housing the physician’s office and a creamery. W C Vandament and Clark’s Grocery store were reportedly destroyed. the fire partially covered by insurance.
Vincennes Commercial reports Joseph Yatlo sues his wife Melmalt alleging cruel treatment and desertion. The couple married September 15, 1918, and separated before 1980. Plaintiff claims wife refused to cook, struck him, and kept him from home while he cared for their children.
Betty Brainard, 25, a Tacoma Washington newspaper writer, was arrested in New York at the request of Tacoma authorities on a kidnapping charge involving the child of George T. Frage, a New York newspaper employee. Detectives had not informed the Tacoma authorities of the case developments.
Springfield October 11 The League of Nations debate continues as Republican and Democratic figures address voters in a fragmented report. Mentions of Quay Cec and statements on disarmament and collective security highlight the era’s international concerns and political rhetoric.
Paris dispatch reports a Paris to Argente du Cal train and a second passenger train collided near Asnires two miles northwest of Paris. At least two killed and about 190 injured with many more bodies recovered from wreckage. Rescue efforts continue as investigators assess cause.
A Saturday street brawl near Main and Second in Belcher and Ab Kocher streets led to no arrests after a clash among fighters. Fire Chief Belcher said assailants ignored a truce and resumed fighting, with two to three shots fired from a revolver into the crowd to separate the combatants and bystanders.
Indianap olis audience of about 1 200 packed the hall for Lillian Russell stage appearance. She spoke on Democratic and Republican party lines, praised civic pride, urged women’s voting rights, and critiqued wartime policies while calling for American independence and political reform.
Fragmented handwritten letter discusses political tensions in Martin County. It claims Bill Culler faces strong opposition from Bland supporters and predates an election, with women voters urged to turnout in large numbers. The piece mentions Perry township, Lengootte, and local figures Will K. Penrod and Sherman McPhetin. It claims a major shift in voting patterns could occur next month.
A dramatic scene unfolds as Senator Harting and aide Benipher Harding ride in a racing water locomotive cab during a cross country trip from Marian to the Midwest. Crowds greet them at stations and private cars follow, amid Sabbath observances and temperance debates. A participant recalls past campaigns and warns of religious and moral issues shaping American life.
A garbled passage presents scattered letters and names with no clear event. It appears to be an OCR error page fragment mentioning various words and initials without coherent facts or attributable entities. No identifiable persons, places, or dates emerge to form a valid summary.
A garbled report describes fines imposed in a federal case involving whisky and beer shipments. It mentions a large man, Terese Hote near Centenary, and a Sealing event with alcohol seized at a residence. Details about releases and specific names are unclear due to the corrupted OCR text.
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