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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1920

Page

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Daviess County School Year Recap and Future Goals

James F. Gilley, county superintendent, reviews the county’s school year highlights and progress toward keeping all schools abreast of developments. He praises the efforts of teachers, pupils, trustees, and the public, notes achievements, and outlines tasks remaining to improve attendance, facilities, and overall education across Daviess County.

James F. Gilley Daviess County Unis I Beems Uid

County Education Report Shows High School Grades Rise

A county education summary outlines 97.385 percent overall pass rate in high schools, with Birten and Melville leading districts. The report notes strong elementary achievements, 52 schools, and punctual attendance nearing 99 percent in several divisions, naming Hayes, Elmore, and Camp townships among top performers.

Jto Bet Feachers Thaile Bid Ter van Buren Elmore Township Havide Neen Agatha Peel Elmore Tor Bingy Migs Neva Johnson Vness

Indiana Bell hearing on service costs and proposed rate hike

Officials of Indiana Bell testified before the Public Service Commission today regarding a petition for higher rates. Mayor Atwater and others questioned the company about service reliability and expense, with workers quoted as being ashamed of past handling of telephone service. The hearing resumed amid debate over whether any rate increase would be warranted given the ongoing service issues since February 1900.

Thdignapolis Jung Indiana Bell TelePhobe Apperry M. D. Atwater Jengineer PobllaMy Aftwaker Haddling Nist

Rail strike fears loom as Brotherhood pushes urged action

Fragmented OCR text shows union leader Inston Wit-Bonthday sending a letter to Judge Bartep about railway wage disputes. References to railway labor, delays in dispatch, and planned actions murkily appear alongside notices of officials meeting and security precautions.

Inston Jane Bartep Thaleman gMeidls Lahay Voor Doak Brotherhood of Railewad Syaltyouths Injor Board

Unclear OCR item on city politics and candidates

Fragmentary note mentions Colo city politics and a figure McAddo with possible election involvement. Details are unreadable and names unclear due to damaged text.

U S Beliefs Ales Is Collect Sums

A June 1 1923 report notes the United States believes Allied powers should collect sums from Germany as indemnity. It cites discussions by Albert Rathbone assistant secretary of the treasury and a formal preparation commission and says the government has pressed the Allies to be firm on indemnity.

Palmetan Qiletto Pranes Samtung Vati No Germany Preilera Great Britain Abert Rathbone The Treasury Peparatinma Commission Aljiag Geri

Non-Partisan League candidates battle in governor race

Early returns show Jacob Pras defeating Dr. Harriet Shipstead for the Republican nomination as James Vale leads the Democratic race in Minnesota. Voters report alleged quotations from Vale and Modgson, mayor of St Paul, amid a crowded field in the state primary.

Jycoh Pras Herriet Shipstead Finn-Partiney League Anthony Yalstead Revi Q. J. Vale Vala Volslead Ava Modgson St. Paul Huveerndr Wapil Ants Ithbdel

Plans for July Fourth Celebration at Eastside Park

Washington officials outline a July Fourth festival with boating and bathing events, similar to last year. Fireworks are planned for daylight and nighttime, with activities to support the city treasury as funds are allocated.

Washington A. Mote Eastside Park

Colby Haginot Term Bid Sparks Convention Talk

Chicago dispatch reports Colby Haginot, tied to Pruden Wilson, travels from Washington as a personal representative of President Wilkie at the San Francisco convention. The article notes ongoing Democratic and Republican party debates about third terms and future electoral strategy amid sharp rhetoric.

Chicago Colby Pruden Wilson Leclarer Washington J ' Colby San Francisco Slahu

Fragmentary London Telegraph Dispatch on Londonderry

London dispatch reports from Londonderry describing a British political or military event with abrupt phrasing. The telegraph note includes terse language and incomplete sentence structure, reflecting a brief, possibly early wartime or political briefing from the location.

Fragmented political speech focuses on rival leaders and race

Incoherent OCR fragment discusses leaders Palmer Davis and Ben Roi in a heated political scene. It mentions a potential compromise, jockeying among candidates, and unclear references to an election dynamic with entangled names and shifting alliances.

Palmer Arguettie Iricreagl Ice Praaldent Marshall Anthessa Ar Demn Davis Ben Roi Francis Lea Wesi

Miss Anderson Asked For Testimony In Murder Case

New York June 23 Mrs Howie Anderson was summoned to testify as the investigation proceeds. District Attorney Swan carried the inquiry from her Minne apartment to learn details about the meeting involving Elwell Sehlegell and Implied associates. In recent interviews Miss Anderson said the questions centered on a cordial exchange between the two men and events surrounding the murder, with breakfast at Elwell’s apartment noted.

New York Howie Anderson Swan Minne Asiolls Elwell Exbert Anderson Viet Sehlegell MD x von Total Ptrirte Viola Kratts von Sehlegell Sincce Misa Anderson Miss Aeierson Mérhlog Beblewell Adilirson

Interest in Plan to Straighten White River Valley

A fragmented early text describes interest in a plan to straighten the White River Valley area near Tempe, to reduce flood risk and drain land. The idea involves river engineering, surveys, and possible central improvements of the river segment from source to mouth, with involvement by the New White River Valley Organization and requests for federal aid.

Brent White River Valley Dffie Bisa Department of the Interior Comer Bhattascomiete

Christians Put Washington on Map Contest Sparks Local Protest

In Washington, a religious group promotes a contest tied to Christian standards across congregations. The Lookout weekly bulletin notes rising circulation and outreach, while Bedford church plans a fundraising event and Sunday attendance efforts.

Chg Onion Nds Etink Colbert's Wheatland

Pike County Census Increases Reported in County Figures

Washington notes a rise affecting Pike County with a listed total around 18,400 and an increase of 2,999. The census update cites county figures including Owen County and surrounding totals showing shifts in population and allocations.

Washington Owen Coun

Murphy and Le Oth ers Indicted for Conspiracy

Yorke June 23 Charles Miguhy, boss not Tammany, and Murphy and Le Others indicted for conspiracy to defraud the federal government by an excess profits tax. Arthur J Baldwin, John McLarthy, Walden, and Walton connected to ThaiGond Products Company face charges. Indictments allege conspire with Murphy to defraud the government. bonds set at 81,000.

Law Yorke Charles Miguhy Tammany HSL Murphy Smit Johaf McLarthy Arthur J. Baldwin Iapi Walden Walton ThaiGond Products Company

Wheatland Bridge Truck Accident Delays Traffic

Wheatland reports a truck collision on the White River bridge near Wheatland delaying travel for several hours. The district court and Indiana High Court references appear in the fragment, with citations to Vincennes. Officials say one vehicle is under inspection as crews clear debris and restore the crossing after the accident.

Wheatland Anuduvement Vincenned Die Ville Ferry Dia Ber Company

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