23 Jun 1915
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Newspaper
Princeton Daily Democrat
Location
Princeton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1915
Page
1
June 23 departmental forenoon sessions and afternoon meetings covered educational and late matters. Jay's business program of the Associated Advertising Clubs of the World held its eleventh annual convention here. The Chicago Advertising Forum presentation was to be repeated at the Auditorium tonight.
A fragmented OCR note hints at a coming windstorm and urging residents to prepare. It mentions Indiana citizens, a trust and savings contact, and a caller who should confirm availability by phone. The fragment preserves names and numbers only loosely, reflecting a local notice tone.
Calexico and El Centro report heavy damage from last night tremor. One child hurt by falling bricks. rumors of Mexicali deaths denied or unconfirmed. Property losses estimated at $1,000,000 with fires sparked by crossed lines. many residents sought safety on streets. Miraculous escapes noted as walls collapse and structures split while authorities begin wreckage clearance.
Washington reports the state department has received a note from London about British attempts to mitigate hardships neutrals suffer under the Order in Council. Acting Secretary Lansing said he had not yet read it and would not reveal its contents, noting it should be released in London.
Vienna bulletin states Lemberg fell to Austro German forces after a fierce battle with Ukrainian and Russian elements. Berlin reports sixty thousand Russian troops and nine guns captured in the June 12 to 23 fighting, with the Kaiser near the Galician capital.
Evansville Indiana June 3 Five hundred Dixie Bee Line enthusiasts are expected at the convention meeting Thursday morning. Delegates will come from every city and town along the proposed route to discuss locating the route and report back after a personal ground survey. The session will be presided over by Mayor Bossee of Evansville.
In Indianapolis Indiana Marion county grand jury indicted 128 men on election fraud suspicions. Sheriff Coffin said 18 indictments remained to be served, with Donn M. Roberts among those already in custody. Bonds posted for 96, seven awaiting, names not disclosed. Attorneys Miller Ryan Spaan seek copies. indictments to be printed for arraignment and trial planning start Saturday.
An ice cream festival is set for Saturday night at Garden Hill Church. The event, on July 3, invites everyone from Princeton and surrounding areas to attend.
Reported injuries from a barbed wire fence entanglement involve Mrs Samuel and an unnamed son. The incidents describe dragging against the fence and indicate no serious lasting harm is expected.
In New York on June 25 attorney John B. Stanchfield unexpectedly put Harry K. Thaw on the stand as his own first witness. Thaw spoke about his escape from Matteawan asylum, flight to Canada, return to New Hampshire, and a commission deeming him sane. Stanchfield attacked Dr. Avetin Flint, alleging no proper examination and accusing him of profiteering.
In Haute on June 22 Mrs Jennie Turner a well known lady and sister of a steel magnate was instantly killed by an automobile driven by a prominent business man of the city. The driver’s identity is reported but details are unclear. The tragedy occurred as she was walking near downtown. Authorities are investigating the incident.
A Prin ceton Chautauqua program highlights Montraville Wood and daughter with popular science talks and music by Signor Pallarin and His Band. Dr Barker draws large crowds with lectures on health and happiness. Thursday features grand concerts and a children’s hour, all with affordable admission and free children's events.
Eri Demick, 57, longtime Evansville saloonkeeper formerly of Somerville, shot himself at his Evansville home early Wednesday. Authorities cite possible nervous breakdown linked to recent legal suits after a Somerville riot involving patrons. Demick was a well known local figure with ties to Somerville and Oakland City.
Warner Kemper of Oakland City was seen passing through the city on Wednesday as he traveled toward Cynthiana.
Local listing states Mossman desires poultry eggs and dairy products for cash payment. Contact J. 23 3rd for arrangements.
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