Prisoner Hints Guilty Plea In Princeton Murder Case
Walter Brocail, jailed in Vincennes after shooting Policeman Harrison Hitch, tells coroner and deputies he felt fated to kill and may plead guilty to first degree murder. Judge Vandiveer orders bench warrant for Brocail to be moved to Princeton for arraignment amid limited mob risk. Brocail cites a self described fatalist spell and asserts prior gunman impulses and spells of illness as motive. Wound healing progresses with no serious complications reported.
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Vandiveer
Princeton
Walter Brocail
Harrison Hitch
Vincennes
Sherim
Knox
E. R. Maxam
Brocail
Vinceynestate
Harvey Harman
Terre Haute
Bass
Brocall
Oscar Lampére
Calla
Bex
Railroading notes highlight staffing changes at Washington shops
Southwestern Employees zine notes Washington readers receive updates on freight car foreman shifts at Kingston and new assistant foremen. It reports on shop moves, returns from Zanesville, and personnel transfers including machinists and clerks. The piece also mentions local visits, illness recoveries, and a passing of a young farmer near Washington.
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Southwestern
Willi
Washington
Rathwell
Hall
Kingtoh
C. E. Nalfér
Young
Doreman
Bt C. J. Stane
Fragments Hint at Convention Roles and Initiation
The readable text references a convention in Boston on August 5 and 7. It notes Charles Nelzer, district deputy in Fort Wayne, elected as deputy and the third degree initiation to occur next Sunday and week, with names and titles partially legible.
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Boston
Charles Nelzer
Fort? Wayne
Zion Church to Hold Quarterly Meeting May Twenty Fifth
The Zion church announces a quarterly meeting on May 25 to 19 with sessions led by Rev. J.W. Gilley. Attendees include official members and the pastor, who is away at a general conference. Family names and local affiliations mentioned.
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Hjré
Edinkttie United - ‘Heche Oe
Zion Sun
Presid
Detaturim
Jthd
J.W. Gilley
Dress Up Strives to Attract with Fresh Facade Signs
A local storefront receives new paint and signage to enhance its curb appeal. The update includes brighter coats and updated lettering aimed at drawing more customers to the shop. The improvements reflect a broader effort to modernize the area’s retail appearance.
Washington Resident Seeks Help for Kidney Issue
A Washington resident writes that a local remedy helped a person with severe urinary symptoms and bloating after repeated failures with other treatments. The letter praises a well known local figure and notes relief after trying the suggested remedy.
California Alien Land Bill Debate Faces Federal Stand
The legislature debates an alien land bill amid fears it targets Japanese residents. Governor notes California seeks to protect agricultural land and state welfare while defending sovereignty and treaty obligations.
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California
William
Washington D
California Governor Voices Support for Agricultural Land Leases
Governor Hiram Johnson endorses a state law allowing three year leases of agricultural lands by aliens while defending treaty rights. He asserts no offense against citizenship distinctions and cites California’s 1879 constitution as precedent amid concerns over property ownership by Japanese nationals.
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Iti
California
Hiram Johnson
Local Theater Sees Strong Turnout For Film Program
A small theater with 400 to 500 seats drew larger crowds than expected for a reel show by S3& FR film Company. Day One representative Snead reported public enthusiasm as scenes flashed, with exclamations from the audience and Keystone comedies enhancing the program.
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Snead
Fla
S3& FR. Film! Company
Ictures
Judgment theme echoed in a living sermon night
Readers note a dramatic message about the dead rising for judgment presented as the evening’s focal topic. The symbolic address drew attention to mortality, accountability, and spiritual reflection among attendees.
Vivid Religious Lecture At St Marys On Judgment Day
Rev Father Eugene delivered a dramatic lecture at St Marys Catholic church about the general judgment. He described apocalyptic signs and the return of the Son of Man, drawing a large audience into deep attention. Also noted is Fred Mandabach from St Marys planning to enter the priesthood after leaving Washington.
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St. Marys Catholic’ Church
Father Eugene
St. Marys Catholic Church
Eugene
Eawill
Fred Mandabach
St. Marys Parish
Washington
Young Maidabach
Rose Mardabach
Charles Maidabach
Tornado devastates Seward Nebraska killing and injuring several
A tornado swept over Seward Nebraska Wednesday evening causing ten deaths and injuries to about thirty people. Twenty two homes were destroyed including several fine residences while the business district escaped major damage. Names of deceased include Mrs. David, Mrs. William Heftsinger, Mrs. Wasserman, Mrs. Wasser man, J. Behultz and six year old daughter, Mrs. Imlay, and Samuel Jim.
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Seward
David’ i
William Hefsinger
Wasserman
B. L. Wassermanl
J. Behujts
Behaltz
R. Imlay
Samuel Jim
Beret
Fadee
Western
Stance Portiga
Beward
Tornado Sweeps Town as Ward Seeks Physicians
An appeal to Lincoln was sent to name physicians and organize ward relief after a tornado. The storm affected a wide area, with winds and rain leaving the town dark and racked by fear and damage.
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Lincoln
Notice of Application to Purchase Retail Liquor License
Notice to Washington Indiana residents that Patrick Cahill intends to apply to the Davie County Board of Commissioners in June 1954 for permission to purchase the renewal of the Lowe H. Smith liquor license at a Main Street brick building in Washington Second Ward. The notice details the license scope and premises and asserts Cahilk’s intent to complete the transfer if granted.
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Washington
Daviess
Indiana
Dily
Lowe H. Smith
Louis H. Smith
Board of Commissioners
H. Smith
City of Washington
Mains Street
Liverpool
Ape
Main Street
Said
Patsick
Cahilk
Comausdionerd of
Sales
Parick
Cahilt
Smith
Auch
United State
Indi
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