Death of Philip D Armour Ends Long Industry Leadership
Philip D Armour, longtime head of Armour & Co., died after a prolonged illness. He had lived at the family home on Prairie Avenue and recently faced pneumonia and a failed recovery. His death followed the sobering impact of his son’s death nearly a year earlier, deeply affecting him in his final months.
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California
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Armour
Armeer & Co
Big Son
Pasadena
Reapportionment bill nears House vote amid heated debate
The House discusses a reapportionment bill with factions split over the likely timing and passage. Supporters urge swift action on the measure while opponents raise concerns about its effects and the legislative process.
Acquittal Pronounced in Local Inquest Case
A July 19 inquest heard a strychnine poisoning case addressed by Judge Truman F. Palmer. The defendants Lyda and Starr Cox were acquitted after testimony and court proceedings at White County.
Fragmented OCR Note Highlights Local Safety Incident
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a safety appliance and a care item at a bottom of a Haig? padly, unclear context. The readable words indicate a possible equipment failure or safety concern but details and entities are not recoverable.
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He Haig
Explosion spreads across area after oil tank blast
A blast at the rear of an oil tank sent a fireball rolling through the area, with flames and smoke spreading rapidly as residents watched from safety. Fire units fought the blaze, while bystanders described a chaotic scene and the incident prompted evacuations.
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Ames
Brock
Boy Accidently Shot Near Washington Ind On Jan 7
A young boy named Cari, aged 11, was accidentally shot in Washington Indiana on January 7. He was treated locally for unspecified injuries and remained under observation. Police are investigating circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Washington, Ind
Cari
Wit Participate In the Presidents marc a ction
Washington January 7 A distinctive feature of the second inauguration of the president is described as a ceremonial participation by wit and pageantry. The report notes the attendance of dignitaries and the orderly conduct surrounding the oath and inaugural events.
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