06 Apr 1928
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1928
Page
1
The pending charges allege Sam Sturgeon assaulted Jess Mayfield at the Sturgeon home Wednesday night. Mayfield required fourteen stitches in the left arm after being slashed with a razor, police report says. Chief Guthrie stated the razor was likely taken from Sturgeon.
The Elks Lodge installed new officers led by Exalted Ruler and acting officers, with Knight officers, secretary and treasurer named. A Miss Washington pageant plan was announced, inviting local women 16 to 24 to register for votes and compete for a Miss Washington title to represent the city at a Galveston pageant in June. The plan includes a loving cup, car offer, and flowers for winners, with voting to begin at six and conclude April 25, followed by final tallies and coronation.
Chicago April 6. More than 400 coaches at the National Association of Basketball Coaches annual meeting oppose any changes to current rules. Advocates of the one bounce rule are a minority. Walter Meanwell of Wisconsin and Lambert of Purdue discussed dribbling proposals. President C. Allen of the University urged coaches to submit written reports outlining ideas for improvements.
A local physician has completed installing a new X Ray setup from The Standard X Ray Company of Indianapolis. The system is described as a very latest design with advanced safety features, promising enhanced diagnostic capability.
Announcement outlines the Miss Washington contest rules and deadlines. It requires contestants aged 16 to 24 with good moral character residing in Washington to register by April 24. Final voting closes April 26, with winner declared Miss Washington and contestants to submit a photo by official photographer Charles R. Luder.
The Indiana Theater presents a special Easter attraction featuring Blonde Gentlemen arranged by the in house entertainers.
Fragmentary OCR mentions Ewart Orraneley, a Republican candidate, for state representative. Limited readable details prevent fuller context.
Manis Indiana awoke to a night of theft as three principal business houses were rifled. Loot totaled about 200 dollars in cash and several thousand dollars in personal notes. Authorities report ransacked safes and missing valuables. Police believe the thieves used hedges explosives and keys in the effort. The incident stunned residents and prompted a citywide investigation.
Mrs Cecelia E Walker O Bryant beloved wife of Alfred O Bryant died at 7 45 p m Sunday at her home on South Kentucky street after a seven year battle with pernicious anemia She was born March 30 1866 in Martini county near Whitfield aged 62 years two days She married Alfred O Bryant November 13 1886 at St Josephs Catholic Church Bramble Surviving are her husband two sons Lawrence and Alfred of Ferente Michigan a daughter Elva Summers of Swaie nesbure a son Helena O Bryant home a brother Chris Walker Elmont California and other relatives
Des Moines report identifies James Earl McAuley, 37, as a man aged in the Western avenue area. Police note McAuley is connected to the ongoing case in Des Moines. Local officials urge residents to share information leading to progress.
The Thornton Wampler family, former Indian Creek neighborhood residents now living in Garibaldi for about four years, are noted in local circles for their ties to Bicknell and area communities.
The dairy survey in Daviess County will run April 10 to 14 and involve six Purdue specialists assisted by local business and Farm Bureau members. Teams will collect farmer data on dairy cows milk production dairy rations crops and feed use to improve county agriculture and efficiency.
Los Angeles police search eight men recently released from Folsom state prison under a prison gang tied to the boy’s father convict boss Foleon. The 9 year old Walter Collins has been missing for four weeks.
Havana April 6 twelve sailors from the U S s were among four persons lured today at the Belox eater and farm of the Sinclair Oil company. Damage may reach three million dollars.
Fury Monts of Cumbach farm was arrested yesterday and charged with petty larceny. He was arraigned before Mayor J W McCarty this morning and pleaded guilty. The mayor withheld sentencing until a later date.
Severe storms sweep across the Midwest bringing a farewell dose of winter. Snow and cold linger in Minnesota and neighboring states while rain and mist cover much of the region. Des Moines reports high winds isolating Omaha and Western Iowa. officials call the situation extremely serious as forecasts warn of heavy precipitation and colder conditions.
Portland Indiana April six officers pursued two bank robbers who held up a St Henry Colorado bank, fled in a large gray car toward the Indiana Ohio state line. One bandit was middle aged and heavyset, the other young and tall in a light suit. Indiana license plates No 530019 were traced to Henry Larson Hammond Indiana.
Washington reports that the United States Chamber of Commerce plans to present for large tax reductions before the Senate Finance Committee. Rennes Smoot urged Mellon to push for maximum relief, signaling a government push for tax cuts.
In a Boston area district court on April 5, Rick Hinman Knowlton Jr., 34, a Framingham businessman, pleaded not guilty to the murder of Marguerite Stewart, a school supervisor. He was questioned by police after being linked to the suspect in a motor trip with Miss Stewart. Names and details about other people involved were withheld by authorities.
Goshen Indiana April 6 by Ott 18 senior in Milersbare high digol was fatally injured when struck on the deck his head with a shot during practice. Witnesses said the boy looked up as the shot hurtled through the air and walked into its path. His skull was crushed.
Reported April in Missouri and Kansas, a severe wind storm swept Bowies and derricks, killing seven people and flooding Shaw area. Homes were washed away and homelessness grew as relief pleas and red cross funds were requested. damages run into several million.
The Democrat reports an engineer survey on a northern route possibly following State Highway 60. The path runs north of Hincher Manufacturing and west of the park, skirting the north edge, then east along the south Seftrit hill area toward the Wathen school house road and into Montgomery near the schoolhouse. Surveyors may reach Loogootee by week’s end or early next week.
An estimated $200 in damage occurred last night at the Home Laundry on West Main Street around 7 o clock. Two lengths of hose were stretched and water sprayed the interior for some time before the stubborn blaze was brought under control. Moren is listed as the proprietor of the laundry.
A West Side murder trial ended with the jury returning five verdicts including a first degree murder charge against Delmar Crawford 18 who shot and wounded his employer William G Steiner a furniture dealer. Police chief Harry Taft commented on the proceedings amid the courtroom tension.
The deceased, a 45 year old woman, died after a period of illness at her home in Ollowing. Funeral services are scheduled for this afternoon at the daughter’s home, with preparations handled by local authorities in Daviess county. The man mentioned in the notice resided with his daughter for about three months prior to his death.
An automobile crash occurred at 4:50 p.m. today in Southampton after a confrontation near the Majestic. Witnesses include Mr. and Mrs. Ford. Further details from the scene are limited.
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