Local man Owens found dead near railway in Pactolus
The body of John Owens was discovered beside a South track at Pactolus near a cross-tie. Authorities believe he died from a head wound after an assault or accident near dawn. Owens lived with relatives in Pactolus and had been absent from home since Tuesday morning.
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Drought Conditions Reported Across State
The state records show significant heat through August with high daytime temperatures and little rainfall. Lightning fatalities occurred near Coldwater on the 19th and in Soinson City on the 20th, while many stations logged 100 degree highs for six or more days.
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Drought and Weather Hottest in State During Summer 1915
Data show central regions averaged one third inch rainfall and 37 percent of normal for the state. May to August 1915 brought 56 percent of normal for that period, the worst drought in 43 years of records. Monthly rainfall, temperatures, and notable events at Memphis, Tikmont, Pinewood, and Kenton are noted, with hail near Nashville and Clarksville.
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Shenandoah Wreck Blame Points to Landsdowne
Continued coverage cites survivor reactions to the Shenandoah disaster and focuses on fault assignment to Landsdowne amid the unfolding structural critique.
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Board Powers Withdrawn by President Today
Officials report President Coolidge has withdrawn independent powers from the board, ending its special authority effective today. The move consolidates executive control and redefines governance for the agency and its operations.
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President's Wishes Referenced in F Street Airs Pea Day
The snippet notes a reference to the president's wishes connected with activities on F Street, mentioning a day described as pea day. The fragment suggests a public or civic context without additional details.
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