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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1925
Page
4
Mixed commodity and livestock market notes with cattle and hogs across regions. Cattle prices range from nine to nineteen dollars with steady to active demand. hogs show prices near fourteen dollars and higher. Chicago and California markets report receipts and price spreads, while lamb and sheep values hold steady.
Frank Oe Abell, a prominent resident of Sullivan, died after a three year battle with heart disease. He was known as a leader in the local business community and active in civic affairs.
The city of Vincennes advertises a new fire driven hook and ladder truck with adequate chemicals for headquarters fire station. The notice emphasizes updated equipment to improve emergency response and safety for residents and firefighters.
Howard Bennettia former state police officer was arrested and released on bond after an indictment accusing him of taking 100 dollars from Fred Giner of Indianapolis. The bribe related to failing to report a liquor arrest involving Slater. Bennettia once drove for Cc. Stephenson, former Grand Wizard of the Ku Klux Klan, now jailed for murder in Bend.
Indianapolis August 4 An alarming rise in drivers who flee accident scenes prompted coroner Robinson and police chief Rikoff to seek drastic measures against potential killers. They advocate jailing reckless and drunken drivers in flagrant cases instead of bond releases. Robinson said future investigations of fatalities will send all evidence to the county grand jury with indictments for involuntary manslaughter.
A severe hail storm struck downtown Indianapolis at 5 pm on Monday, dumping 1.02 inches of rain and causing widespread flooding. Basements flooded, elevators halted, and branches torn from trees as the city’s utilities reported intact wires and equipment with limited damage.
The article lists contestants and addresses across the city as the judging proceeds for a lawn contest. Local merchants including Donnell Co and Greenwood & Co sponsor prizes such as a Blue Bell lawn mower and a swing, with values from $2.50 to $41. The notice notes Mayor McCarty’s assistance and mentions Indianapolis saving $1,006 in printing costs for the prior year book.
The Vincentes city council continues refining a new traffic ordinance set for imminent enactment. City officials and engineers are reviewing regulations, enforcement provisions, and signage requirements to ensure effective implementation.
Representative Johnson will depart Wegne early tomorrow morning for Chicago on business. He intends to make the trip by automobile.
A fragmented OCR listing shows radio features and schedules across several stations. References include New York segments at 8:25 p m and 9 p m EDST with performances from Peer Gynt incidental music and a temple ban and glee club, plus multiple stations in Los Angeles Detroit Philadelphia Chicago and more featuring orchestras and choirs.
Indianapolis August 4 Indiana manufacturing banking and agricultural tests will host the Dairy Exposition to be held October 10 to 17 at the fair grounds Indianapolis will host 1500 pure bred dairy cattle 300 cows from cow testing 300 calves in calf clubs over 250 manufacturers will exhibit equipment and hundreds of dairy product samples for competition a health foods show and education course are part of the program railroads offer special rates and county agents farm bureaus and bankers are invited to attend the national exposition founded twenty years ago for the betterment of the industry Fried chicken and other dishes mentioned at a St Martins picnic also noted.
Sales executive opportunity offered by Atlas Oil Company for qualified representatives aged 30 to 55. Requires personal initiative to sell lubrication drums to farmers and industry in a region with state branches. Base terms provided through personal intermediary with earnest effort. Cleveland, Ohio.
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