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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Nov 20, 1920

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Public Office Strife Dominates State Legislature

A fragmented session faces Governor Goodrich as McCray allies clash over agenda and judicial picks. Observers predict partisan struggle between Goodrich and McCray, with plan to adjourn amid attempts to reshape the state board and policy direction, affecting tax reform and legislative power.

Andtaaupolis Woodrich McCray Ann Nsw Etate Commis Eta Sutvoescy Thors Goodrich Surig Aca Lestala Wenn Cary Iderica Irene Marion Papal McCray Megret Frien Agros

Democratic National Committee Campaign Finance Report

November 20 report shows Democratic National Committee accounting for 1,348,007 dollars in campaign funds, with 1,316,057 dollars raised from contributors and 5,598 dollars spent. total available 1,332,865 dollars. Details indicate regional fundraising totals including Chicago, New York, and Washington headquarters, plus expenses for trains and campaign logistics. a deficit of 37,076.15 dollars is noted.

Election Bureau Ohne Secrsary Coma Tplltee Yorks Arly Chicago Ds Roosevelt Adianapalia

Dearing Coal Company In Suit Over Car Load Dispute

In a court session today the Dearing Coal Company faced a suit seeking to compel shipment of coal cars. The judge ordered delivery of coal loads from Vigo and Vermilion counties, citing constitutional provisions cited in the case and a ruling on coal and food supply claims.

Suipmenia Dearing Coal Company En Saeed Vigo

Divorce Decrees Granted in City Court in Brief Session

In a swift Saturday morning hearing, two divorce petitions were approved in the circuit court docket. The cases involved Virian II Sedi as plaintiff versus Rox Abbott and Thoman F Miles as parties, with the court clearing the docket after a trial.

Frye ‘Etvil Cirenié Virian II Sedi Againat Rox Abbeott Thoman F Miles Usenet

Miley Divorce Granted Amid Alimony Award

Francis Miley was granted a divorce from her husband. The decree awards $250 alimony to Mrs. Miley and names Vivian Thompson as the contact for the case. The plaintiff, Mrs. Miley, recovers $100 in costs.

Francis Miley Rs. Scott Vivian Lt. Thotipaon Miley Mrs. Hey

Former Officer J M Bunn Convicted of Murder

Mt Carmel Illinois November 20 J M Bunn former chief of police was found guilty of murder for a shooting during a family dispute. He received a two year sentence at Chepar, SUE. The victim Slonker died after five shots fired by Bunn while claiming self defense. Bunn, married with one child, pleaded guilty to manslaughter. The case concluded with a verdict returned around 10 o clock.

Slonker Buna

Windsor minister 1s charged with murder in Ontario

Windsor, Ont. Nov. 20. The Rev. the Sprecklin, charged with killing Trumble during an inn altercation, arraigned before the police magistrate and formally charged with manslaughter. He was released on a 1000 dollar surety. Proceedings set for the hearing.

Windsor Sprecklin Polios Manistrata Prensa Praliminurs Nepring Eke Prensa Praliminurs Nepring Eke JT Karsilys Frevivosigie Peprensr Mra

Kramer to Move Storehead to Indiana for Winter

Carmel Register reports local businessman J. J. Kramer of the Kramer Cluck & Suit Store plans to move with the Rin family to West Indian, Indiana, for the winter. He expects to depart in the spring for the west, where changes in stock and location are undecided, with weather delaying final arrangements.

Heyl J. J. Kramer Mr. Kramer West Jual Kramer Atock Carmel

Budget system for state finances and education policy

Fragmentary notes describe a draft by the legislative bureau led by Charles Kettleber on a budget system for state finances and education. Mentions governor discretion, retention, and new descretion lines. References pay, taxes, and appropriations for school purposes and other matters.

Angpolisi Peter Buroku Charles Kettleber Govenor

Beverdge Will Run For Senate Announcement

A letter from Indianapolis banker Harry B. New to Mr. Ensley and Mr. Zent urges Beveridge to run for the United States Senate to succeed Harry S. Now. The missive notes Beveridge’s enthusiasm and readiness to enter the race, and calls for discussions with Beveridge’s friends about the candidacy.

Faedge Harry B Sysnirder Vomindat Renith Frrom Guver P. Enaley Indianapol Totter Ont Ale Onalave Beveridge Mn Zoot Beverdge Ensley Ubsru Zent

Otwell High Deboot and Washington Share Narrow Win

Otwell High basketball faced a rough contest with Washington in a hard fought game. Washington controlled the pace, with key plays by center Jackington and forward Barris helping them secure a late lead and the win as Otwell struggled to breach the defense.

Otwell Barris Ant Jackington Gould Washington

League of Nations confronts German threat at assembly

The League faces the German challenge and debate over Poland Littunia mandates and colony basing as delegates press for a quick settlement of territorial disputes. Officials note the broader security risk and the need to address the treaty clauses amid mounting tensions.

Publia-Agsaion Fohtolne Armen League Connell Jyoblomes Poland Littusala League of Hationa Germany Colanies League Assembly Gerany League

Fire Sweeps New Orleans Causing Million-Dollar Loss

A devastating blaze in New Orleans caused estimated damage of around two million dollars. The fire quickly spread aided by a 30 mph wind, threatening two steamboats tied to the wharf before they were moved to the river. An explosion aboard a vessel caused no further damage.

Orleans Freight & Moeamalp Company

Harding Ship Hits Tropical Weather On Voyage

A damaged OCR fragment reports on the steamship Parlaming carrying President Harding to Paris via the canal on a November trip. The text hints Harding’s journey, with weather described as moderate and tropical conditions noted along the route, including idle chatter aboard and up and down movement of a pipe. The garbled article mentions New Orleans and Paris contexts, but specifics are unclear due to transcription errors.

Tieet Harding Pansina Canal Pariswilan New Orleans Arcokih

Fire Sweeps New York Tenement Killing Children

In New York on November 20 a fire tore through a tenement building in Harlem, killing three children. The blaze trapped residents on stairways and forced many from upper floors as flames roared through the structure. Firemen battled the blaze while victims clung to windows and were rescued or perished in the stairwells.

New York Aifre Horfum Sa. m Escajic Mdi Gneil Alory Pirewalks Armov

Rug salesman dies at local hospital

A rug salesman died at a local hospital from pneumonia with complications after a brief illness. The body will be prepared for burial, with relatives notified and the funeral arranged in the city. The item mentions the hospital admission date and location in the county.

Mdy Washington Total Tor

Phantom herd of wild buffalo sighted in Mackenzie country

A report from the Nature Resources Branch notes sightings of a large wild buffalo herd in the Mackenzie river region of Canada.Eyewitnesses describe a roaming herd of up to 1000 animals with potential farther northern groups. Local Indigenous and white observers have long reported bison in remote pastures, but official confirmation details remain limited.

Edmonton Remoto Kitte Nature Resources Branch Department of the Interyt Mackenip Teyports Axigia Biasig Tontinpat

Fragmentary Notice Marks Location in Bevanaville District

Fragmented OCR shows a notice mentioning Bevanaville and a location on West Walnut Street near Fourteenth. The garbled text references an admission and a public or legal action tied to an institution and street address, with unclear names and dates. The readable item points to a civic or administrative notice concerning a hospital and a street location in Bevanaville.

Little Tor Guards Father Sacrifices Self to Save Son

In Soymoaun Nov 30 Jack Shaw watched his father die after losing control of a wagon on a steep grade. He shielded his 4 year old son from the team, then died trying to halt the wagon. Mrs Shaw led a search party after the tragedy in the woods, where the boy witnessed the fatal events.

Jack Shaw Hera Wiliam Shaw Gland A. Tree Ren

Striking Mexicans Receive Ultimatum

An ultimatum from government officials warned that if strikes in the Cobulla region were not ended by 6 o clock tonight, the government would take action. The report notes authorities declared the measure as the situation in Eagte Texas and surrounding areas remained tense.

Pass Tex Cobulla Bex de la Hooria

Purdue to name new baseball manager from Nashville club

A former Washington Grays player, now signed as manager of the Nashville Southern Association club, vows to build up the team with earnest claims and solid plans. He has fifteen years' experience in major leagues and is regarded as a capable pitcher turned manager. The appointment aims to engage Tennessee city fans and set a serious course for the club’s future.

Chicago Vjolnny Evers Thorgd Evers Chint New York John McGraw Byers Esr Chienta Fie Cubs A. Tlina Frank Chance Weston Braven Trojan Cuba Allihan Bean Hue Fargo N. B Cory A. J. Surrat Unite States Bureau of Jane Alweve Haneball Nashville Southern Association Sfug Tennessee

Purdue and Indiana to clash in long awaited gridiron meeting

Rival Indiana and Purdue face off in a historic football game at Lafayette. Local students have traveled to attend the contest, and observers expect the Hoosiers to win decisively behind a strong Purdue showing and Purdue’s standout players.

Indians University God Fords Univerity Lafayette Purdue

Good Book Week Observed in Seymour

In Seymour on November 13, a nation wide Good Book Week observance was led by Miss Katherine Frazee. The event aimed to place better reading materials in children's hands with 6 special Root books to be displayed at the local library tables.

Seymour Miso Katherine Tifa

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