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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1920

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Democratic Convention Plank Debates Highlight Wardrobe of Tension

At the San Francisco convention hall six to eight hours of speeches and parades filled the day as sub committee members wrangled over platform planks. Leaders like Glass and McAdoo faced stiff opposition while Ireland and the League of Nations topics dominated the discussion.

San Francisco Glags League Palyner Clix McAdoo Davis Maranandagra Palace 4

Spencer to Speak at Monday Fourth Of July Celebration

John H. Spencer is set to give an address at the Fourth of July celebration at East Elde Park next Monday July 5. Fireworks in the afternoon and night, hand concerts boating bathing and other amusements are planned. It will be the first daylight fireworks displayed here.

John H. Spencer East Elde Park

Dixon and Waller wills filed in probate

The will of Frank A Dixon was filed with the county clerk Tuesday naming Jennie Dixon as executrix and directing all real property to her. The Edward F L Walter Moses will valued at 3054 cash and itemized household goods and a young woman in the Waller household are noted in special bequests.

Flerk Tiveday Lorains Jennies Dixon Raga Clark St S Edward FL “Walter Dia- Moses Waller Sik Bu Wallerousehold

Fragmentary probate notice lists heirs and appointee

The notice names Tolliver E. Chappell and Charles B. Colbert Twitty as parties, mentions debts paid, and designates Luther B. Wallery Musik Gee and A. J. Biddingert as administrators by the county clerk with ties to Pineville Fah and Ft. Madison Oklahoma areas.

Tolliver E. Chappell Charles B Colbert Twitty Gada Tucker Madis Lobm Grace Pine Nay Ville Tyde Richard Oak City Luther B. Wallery

Murder near Diamond Mound shocks Harris County

Houston residents report a deadly shooting during a pursuit of Washington Giles and his brother in Harris County Texas A posse led by Sheriff Kepp cornered them near Diamond Mound resulting in fatalities Four alleged accomplices are said to have helped the pair escape while Deputy McCormick was killed during an attempted arrest Saturday night The incident described as tense follows reports from White settlement and nearby areas of the violent confrontation

Houston Tex Fenes Groes McCormick Saheriff Whiten Washington Giles Ghefitt Kepp Diamond Mound

Convention drama at San Francisco nominating session

In San Francisco on June 30 a chaotic nominating gathering for the Democratic ticket unfolded with Cox supporters clashing and chants across the hall.Senator Robert Owen of Oklahoma emerged as the first presidential nominee with E G Linbaugh presenting the motion amid protests and a post meeting draft committee discussion on platform wording.

San Francisco Cox Ohio Charmain Robinson Coxcrooters Galleties Rabbi Meyer Robert Owen Oxkohom E. G. Linbaugh Uskogée Oklahoma Linbaugh Owen

Democratic Rally at Vincennes Next Tuesday

A large Democratic rally is planned in Vincennes for Tuesday July 6. Dr Aver will preside and local speakers from nearby communities are listed for talks. A parade is planned as part of the event in line with campaigns held elsewhere in the state.

Cation Wuipebe Dr. Aver Fiat Vincennes

Cub Permanent Organization and Officer Elections

A local Cub Scout group reports a permanent organization with officers elected. Plans were laid for club work and project activity, indicating a stable leadership structure and planned community involvement.

TNE Club

Dolvieds County Motor Club Forms At City Hall

The Dolvieds County Motor Club was permanently organized Tuesday night at city hall with a large turnout. Officers elected include President Rank Fornwald, John T. Harris as vice presidents, and a board of directors with L. H. O Bonneill E C Burdh and George Faith. The meeting, featuring J Edgar Burton of the Hoosier State Automobile Association, planned a membership drive likely next week and discussed securing good roads and state highways with signs along dangerous spots.

Dolvieds County Motor Club Rank Fornwald John T. Harris Sam Shufflebarger Elnora P “Hietaschiatind Killion Plainville Ther Encore Best Togeter L. H. O'Bonneill E. C. Burdh Eorse Faith J. Edgar Burton Hoosier Steve Stalentp Congressional Hoosleh Wilington

Stolen Auto Stripped of Parts Reported in Washington

A Ford automobile was stolen from Washington street and stripped of tires wheels engine and other parts. The vehicle was found later at Jackson’s pond with most major components missing and left in poor condition. Local authorities note the case involves home made modifications and an apparent effort to salvage usable parts.

Hodver iVgrnal Redarmel Wheatland Washington Rodarmoi

Pete to X's Program and Nomination Speeches

A convention called to order by Senator Joseph Robinson adjourns to discuss presentation rates for presidential nominations. The committee on platform solutions is to report once completed.

COX Sen.i Joseph Robinson Nomi Committee On Plat

Tax collections total from June settlement sheet

The June settlement shows $279,666.62 in current and delinquent collections. After refunds of $650.62 and deductions of $278,411.09 remain for distribution. The state receives $42,162.45 with the remainder going to various county corporations.

County Shosya Currea

Entente to Clear Spa Conference Controversies

London June 3 Entrante representatives head to the spa conference with firm resolve to clear up spa controversies tied to the German peace treaty. The Brunsels meeting to decide German concessions and obligations is planned with Lloyd George and Millerand in agreement on proposals. Italian premier Giolitti’s stance is uncertain while Russian Turkish and Polish issues will be addressed at Brunsels. The United States will be officially represented, with Americans at the conference in a consultative capacity. The Spa omits contingency on Amertonts attendance. A separate note reports Charles Hudson losing a toe through a shop accident and archery resurging at upscale resorts led by Marion Herbert of Detroit.

London Entente Brunsels Germany Ukiersteld Tegners Lloyd, George and Millerand Grerman Grol- Itt Brnsvels Wi i Spa Davistons Tonteroyen Amettonts

Chautauqua Week Program and Ticket Details Released

The Washington Chautauga Association announces five days of talent at Eastside Park August 8 to 12 with season tickets at 2.50 for adults and 0.70 for children, rising after 500 sold. Guests include Kalaluhi Hawaiians, The Cissens Band, and performers like Adele Players and Frank Waller Allen.

Washington Chautagana Association Washington and Davies Brieg Chautauqua Phatanqua Allensda Jedure Arthur Frederick Ledart Kalaluhi Cissens Band of Washington Chauteugia Fraip Wyalter Adlen

Evening of Arts and Concerts at Avondale

The schedule lists events for August highlighting Frank L. Mulholland on a stripping lecture themed The th of Greatest Profit and Ernest Gamble Co cerk Party. Other attractions include The Span a first class Spanish Company, Hemenway Shaw in Friendly Enemies, The Spanish Marimba Company, The Avondale Players in When Mother Gave On A Strike, and Ernest Toy with Edward Dufresne.

Frank L. Mulholland International Botagy Ernest Gamble Hemenway Shaw Old Neville Avondale Mother Gabe Ernest Toy Edi Lyngs Toy Ant Edward Dufresne Tetor Aki

Crisis in Bryan's Fight on Wilson Dominates Democratic Rift

Reports say William J. Bryan faces a sharp clash with supporters of Wilson over party platform planks on the League of Nations and Prohibition. Secretary Colby rumored backing a wet plank. party subcommittee discussions sow confusion as convention votes loom.

Bryan Wilson

More Alleged Stolen Goods Recovered In Probe

Ivali Sargent, about seventeen, was arrested Wednesday at Linten by Sheriff Hugh Faith on charges of receiving stolen goods. A watch, bracelet, and thread tied to the Joliff robbery were recovered from him. A crowd of Washington boys reportedly helped recover guns and other items later connected to the case.

Ivali Sargent Lintén Hugh Faith Joliff Qdon Hington Boys Argent Iaregat

City Gears for New Electric Light Plant Bond Issue

The Public Service Commission of Indiana approves a bond authorization of 83 495.93 to finance a new electric light plant. The plan includes issuing bonds at 6 percent, totaling 144 439.10 indebtedness after current bonds, with proceeds to fund construction and a detailed cost statement to be filed. The order also outlines bond maturity dates and uses for bond proceeds.

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