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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 22, 1907

Page

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Self defense claim in fatal shooting near Plainville

Frank Mallet says he acted in self defense when Walter Simmons was shot after an evening dispute in Steele and Bogard townships. The case centers on a mid night altercation at a livery stable in Plainville with accusations from Simmons and Ray that led to a gun being fired twice. Simmons died hours later. Mallet was arrested at Gallatin England’s home and detained by Sheriff Fitzgerald. his cousin Lute Mallet was also present. The investigation by Deputy Prosecutor Hastings continues as affidavits and depositions are filed.

John Dows Stépefather Walter Brunmans Ute Frank Mallet Simmon Hastings Silas Mall Peank Juntlet Ogddn & Inman Steale Bayard Pere Mallet Washington Walter Sitomons Mallet Gallatin England Stwele Sheri@ Fitzgerald Lves Eyson Bogata Philaville Sim Tons Simmons Simons Claude Killivoy Steele Township Plainville Clarence Ray Ed Wilson Farine Edwardsport Frank Malet Plataville Lute Mallet Watt, Mallet Bogard Township Platavile Ray Lute Mallett Smmons Rayé Pininville Woodmey Ray End Ray Tit Frank Fay Simintone Hie Frank Mailet Walter Simmons Silas Maallet Hogard Township Morains Antorneys Woodmen Hall Lute Noleg Peay O. K. McKittrick Sopflay Tegimes Silas Mallet Bogard Gallatie England Sieele Biizgerald Bay Martin County

Young Colorado brakeman loses leg in railroad accident

Arpold Allen, about 21, a Colorado railroad brakeman, was severely injured last week when a leg was crushed in a rail accident. The leg was amputated on Saturday and his uncle Taylor H. Allen reports he is recovering, though other injuries were sustained. The family lives in Colorado Springs area.

Arpold Allen U. S Alle Arnold Allen Eh Herf West Eh Len Namar Coloyo Rado Young Allen Tailoh

Thomas Taggart to resign as national chairman

Thomas Taggart announces he will not seek reelection to the national chairmanship and will voluntarily resign the post next year.

Thomas Taggart

Birthday Dinner for Washington Drury at Home

Washington Drury celebrated his seventy eighth birthday with a family dinner at his home a mile northwest of the city. Sixty three attended the meal including fifty three of Drury’s children grandchildren and great grandchildren. The note also mentions the death of Mrs W H Brown and a medical point about prolonged survival without nourishment. James Farris returned from a visit to West Baden.

Washington Drury Bere Grand Jchildren Mr. Drury Enos Yarbrough Henry Bordenet Richard Norris George Steve J Henry Drury W. H. Brown Boonville Mondes James Farris West Baden

Picture show ethics and public taste in decline

The text laments moving pictures built on legitimate stages face decline as vulgarity takes hold. It argues profits and public favor hinge on managers and program distributors, who can ruin film appeal quickly by misjudging propriety and taste.

Inheritance Tax Revenue Report From Britain

A statistical report from Britain notes that more than 1,000,000 in inheritance tax fines have been collected. The document details funds recovered and agencies involved in the enforcement and collection process.

Gitain

Circus trust targets independent shows in guilty merger claim

The Barnum & Bailey, Sells Brothers, Ringling and Forepaugh groups form a circus trust. Pawnee Bill and Wallace Hagenback shows refuse to join. The trust seeks to force independent circuses out of business.

Barnum & Baily Sells Brothers Ringling Forepaugh Circus Trust Pawnee Bill

Salome style dancer shocks Indianapolis bowling crowd

A performer at the Empire theater in Indianapolis danced before the local Bowling League, drawing claims of Salome like spectacle. The Star reports the mayor's presence and alleged approval, with no external interference expected for the controversial act.

Indianapolis Empire Theater Indianapolis Bowling League Metropolitan Opera House New York Hookwalter

As Told in the Hills melodrama at the opera house

A melodrama about life in the west and an Indian youth romance will be shown at the opera house on April 24. The story blends adventure and a romantic affair as part of the new production.

Opera House

Robbers Enter Grigsby Home. Money Stolen

The Grigsby home near the city was entered Saturday afternoon with 13.50 taken from a dresser. A band of horse traders was suspected. one member was arrested and released for lack of evidence. Grigsby suspects the traders, who had passed his house earlier, may be involved.

William Grigsby Grigsby Washington Chief Canning

Bookkeeper Resigns at J Beltman Store

Miss Henrietta Ulrich resigns as bookkeeper at J Beltman clothing store effective May 1 due to her mother's poor health. Miss Mayme Alkman named to succeed her.

Henrietta Ulrich J. Beltman Clothing Store Mayme Alkman Miss Ulrich

Death of Dr Gers Brother Reported in Chicago

Dr Henry Gers received a telegram Friday night announcing his brother's death in Chicago Saturday noon. The funeral was held in Chicago this morning.

Henry Gers Chicago

Elmer Killion Dies in Terre Haute Pneumonia Illness

Elmer Killion son of William Killion of Steele township was brought home from Terre Haute on Saturday. He lies critically ill from pneumonia and doctors fear he cannot recover. E. T. Laughlin arrived from Odon today.

Elmer Killion William Killion Steele Township Terre Haute

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