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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1920

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Japan ready for naval limit talks says envoy

London December 30 Japan is ready to join an international conference to limit naval armament Baron Hayashi the new Japanese ambassador told United Press He said business leaders of the major naval powers could reach agreement if a conference were held He noted Japan is not exceeding its program and must guard against Bolshevism The ambassador called big navy talk foolish and tragic and urged a round table of business leaders to determine limits He cited exchanges between Secretary Daniels and Lord Northcliffe as interesting but not binding for Japan

Russell’ Browning United Press London Japan Baron’ Hayashi United’ Press Today Baron Hayashi United States Great Britain Mtscome Upkee Daniels Lord Northelnf

Detroit Faces Peak Auto Unemployment

Detroit Michigan December thirty unemployment in the motor city has reached a peak with twenty five auto plants idle. Factories are not operating at capacity and most were closed today. Resumption of production was tentatively planned for January but may be delayed as inventories remain incomplete.

Detroit Veritorens

Seaplane Flight from San Diego to Canal Zone Under Way

Navy seaplane fleet departed North Island today bound for the Canal Zone. Twelve planes lifted off as the group aimed to rendezvous at sea off San Diego and continue toward a southern leg with a stop planned on the Mexico coast. Miss Frances Payton of Vincennes attended the Elks dance last night.

Canal Zone Navy San Diego Cal Panama Canal North Island Navy Air Station Mexico Frances Payton Vinccennes Elks

Socialization Debates Roil German Mines Policy

Berlin Dec 3 The drive to socialize German industry centers on coal mines with a 44 member committee seeking a middle path between immediate full socialization and gradual over 36 years. Hor tem of Thyssen proposes a coordinated Ruhr plan linking multiple industries under community control to extend socialization countrywide. Major capital groups push for consolidation while miners demand action amid rising strike risk.

Berlin Reichsmirtechuftsrat Tt de Thyssen Bergassessor Hortem Horten Hellerdingen Horn ‘Ten Ruhr Lac Dux Germany Innes Vougier Stinmes Silony Lyensizny Hamburg Deutsch: Ostafrika Nne Stinnens Concern Kronckner Lz Thyssen Cafictra

Open Shop Fight Prompts Union Control Debate

John Glenn of the Transport Association declares a nationwide push for an open shop system. He cites prewar rail unions at 66 percent and notes planning for a Chicago meeting next month to organize against compulsory unionism amid calls for government railroad control.

Ihe Tems John Glann Busi Hegs Jenn Lich Manufaetrers Patie William Flutterworth Tiltno Sha Cicago Glenn Yard Rafiroads

Race Riot at Kurtesboro ignites deadly clashes between white and Black residents

Early reports describe a violent confrontation in Kurtesboro between white and Black groups. Five whites were killed or wounded, with Black residents also injured as authorities rush public safety supplies and aid to the area.

Cel Mabud Kurtebord Fang Héro Aio

Fox hunt raises funds for Red Cross near St Marys

Two foxes caught during a drive northwest of St Marys church were sold for 16 dollars with proceeds benefiting the Red Cross. Several other foxes escaped, and the event drew a crowd and supported local relief efforts.

Sijeclmeny Northweestern Daviess Red Cross Ushter|shoul ‘Them. the Drive Rounded Up On the Old “Tin Spalding St. Mary's Church Alexa Anne

Turmoil and violence as government clashes erupt

Fragmented OCR text describes heavy fighting, casualties, and looming government actions. Mentions of a mayor, harbor squad, and statements about defense and punishment amid ongoing unrest. Details are unclear due to garbled source.

First Cabinet Slate Touted For Harding

Marion Ohio December 30 1920 The tentative cabinet slate for President elect Harding includes Hughes Dawes Weeks Daugherty Hays Sutherland Wallace Warren Hoover with Marion’s George R B Christian Jr noted as a possible secretary designate Other names considered include Hilles Reynolds Esch Hampton Moore Campbell and Albert J Indians among others with potential changes before inauguration day

Ramond Clapper United Press Marion Ohio Harding Charles E. Hughes New York Treasury Charles G. Dawes Ilinois Navy John W. Weeks Massachusetts Harry Mr. Daugherty William H. Hays Indiana George Sutherland Utah Henry C. Wallace Jaws Charley Warren Michigan Herbert Hoover California George RB. Christian, Jr As Iy Reserve D. Hilles Glee M. Reynolds Juliug- Kah Joan J. J. Esch Wisconsin

Three Big Freight Cars Robbed At Big Four Depot

Robbers struck the Big Four freight depot on Wednesday night entering three cars and breaking seals. They carried off items including 160 pounds of flour 100 pounds of sugar 50 pounds of lard groceries and cigarettes to a waiting car and fled. Most items were consigned to merchants at Elnora. No arrests or clear leads yet.

Big Four Stolten Elnora

No New Year’s Eve Prohibition Enforcement in D C

Washington officials state there will be no enforcement of the Volstead Act on New Year’s Eve. Commissioner Kramer asserts the prohibition coverage will not be applied during the holiday period.

Washington, D. C Prohibition

Prohibition Agents Tighten Nets For New Year’s Eve

Federal prohibition officials warn against New Year revelry as liquor bans tighten. Agents and thousands of police will be on alert tomorrow night and Friday to enforce the Eighteenth Amendment. Talk of leniency ends with the clock strike at eleven as officials brace for violations. Marriage notices list Emil Stroming and Violet May.

Vol‘stead Kramer Krafuer Democrat Sheyerl

Harding Plans to Ignore League of Nations

Marion Ohio reports President-elect Harding plans to ignore the League of Nations entirely, with Sen. Knox of Pennsylvania commenting after a conference in the area. The remarks reflect skepticism about international commitments as the nation approaches inauguration.

Harding Marion Ohio Des League of Nations India International Pro- RI Sen Piilander Knox Pennsylvania

State Tax Board Compares Rates Across Tax Units

The State Tax Board released a table showing taxation rates across varied taxing units and their equivalents under the old law to raise funds, based on an annual report form for the state legislature. The release came from Indianapolis on December 30.

Indianapolis Ind State Tax Board

McCray backs McClure for Indiana House speakership

Governor elect Warren T. McCray endorses Representative John McClure of Anderson for the speaker’s chair in the Indiana House. McCray confirms his support as Miltenbarger and NeClure are viewed as leading rivals. He also signals intent to back repeal of the current primary law in his initial legislative message. Miss Elsie Baker of Prentandsville attended the event.

Indianapolis Warren T. McCray John McClure Anderson House of Representatives McCray McClure McCraye Miltenbarger NeClure

Street Car Crash Involving Bell Telephone Co Truck

A street car struck a Bell Telephone Co truck on Main and Meridian streets Thursday morning. Motorman Inliagen and the Bell telephone driver William Berry were involved. the car pushed the truck briefly and then faced the south side of the track. The windshield broke and fenders were smashed. the street car’s headlight and front end were damaged. Yesterday’s high was 40 and low 17.

Inliagen Bell William Berry St Main Meridian West ‘On- Main

Carpentier Odds Rise In Dempsey Title Talk

Experts now see a near even fight between Dempsey and Carpentier after Dempsey’s recent feints with Brennan and Moran. Brennan exposed Dempsey’s vulnerability to an aggressive foe, while Carpentier’s punch and stamina keep him in the mix for the heavyweight crown. Moran could shape the outcome if Carpentier outworks him, but Dempsey’s defense remains a key question in the weeks ahead.

New York Der Frank Morag Joe Beckett Wpa Georges Carpentier Betanse Desssey Brenaty Joxne Brennan Dempsey Carpentier Brennen Frideman Denoel Ra Brengon Carpentier Hua Acto Carpentler N Quick Aerk Moran Brentian C Moran Jazgentier Ty Flaleh Moran Will Piort Waiford Joe Welling Besinyena Bert Pnd Hin Demi Paw Carpentier Wwil

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