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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1909

Page

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Coles Seek Bail Release From Jail In Murder Case

Father and son Stephen and Charles Cole petitioned Judge Houghton for habeas corpus bail after being held since December 4 on charges of murdering George Cole. Attorneys Milburn and the defendants argue the evidence is weak. a hearing was set for next Wednesday.

George Cole Houghton Cvurt Delificks Ewalt Richard A M. Milburn Jasper Stephen Cole Charles Cole Jloughton

Elks reception a pleasant Peoples Ball affair highlights

About 400 Elks and guests attended the Peoples Ball despite a cold wave. The Chicaro Trowbe troupe performed, Misa Helen Harknewm gave readings, and Edward Everett spoke. the event ended with dancing as Troubadours provided music.

Chicaro Trowbedoure Misa Helen Harknewm Abraham Lincoln Gettysburg Edward Everett America Lincoln

Right Hand Torn Off In Indiana Sawmill Accident

Evansville Indiana December report says Charles Troy a young farmer near the city had his right hand caught in a corn shedder and it was torn off at the wrist. Fellow workers freed the mangled member from the machine after nearly two hours of effort.

Evansville Ind Charles Troy

Meat Industry Profits Exceed Expectations

The Armour & Company stock listing shows a gross profit of 10.68 million on 20 million capital and a surplus of 7.13 million, a 35.4 percent equivalent dividend. The piece reconsiders meat price rises, noting packers’ surplus profits and bond guarantees influencing meat costs for consumers.

Armour & Company Stock Exchange Packers’ Committee

Blunder Over Mine Vent Fans Blamed for Death Toll

President Lewis of the United Mine Workers, returning from Cherry, Illinois, says reversing mine fans likely caused the deadly St Paul mine disaster where over 300 workers died. He cites the fans as a probable factor in worsening the catastrophe.

Lewis United Mine Workers of America Tuesaday Cherry Uh-Nois St. Paul Mina Ife

Disorder in Mine Air Ventilation Reverses Rescue Effort

Report describes air flow reversal during a mine fire as ventilation fans attempted to clear smoke. Workers believed to be trapped could have been saved if air had been directed properly. An unidentified supervisor issued orders to reverse the shaft flow, causing smoke to surge toward the rescuers.

Mr.Lewis

Gas Fumes Threaten Family at North Fourth Street

Vincennés Indiana Mrs Laula Mixland and her daughter Brett were overcome by natural gas fumes in their home on North Fourth Street during a cold spell. Mrs Mixland recovered after aid but both she and the child nearly suffocated as she tried to fetch help for her spouse.

Vincennés Ind Laula Mixland Edna North Fourth Street Sericue Mix Brett

Temperance Comment Shifts Focus From Drinkers to Drunkards

A Peru Journal excerpt from the Indignapola Star urges targeting the men who run and drink liquor rather than condemning all alcohol. It argues saloon keepers and bartenders often help remorseful drinkers, but the real mischief lies with those who finance and daily consume strong drink, fueling crime and domestic harm.

Indignapola Ilquior Peru

Laube Elected Worthy Provident of Eagles Lodge

Charles W. Laube was elected Worthy Providence of the Eagles lodge in the city. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Louis Laube of this city.

mcGnbes Charles W. Laube Godge Mr Laube Louis Laube

Zelaya Attacks Cartridges for Remington Refles

Unclear note mentions Zelaya attacking cartridges for Remington firearms. Text is fragmented and unverified. no coherent event or organization confirmed.

Search For Ammunition Delays Nicaraguan Battle

New Orleans consul general Altschul reports to President Zelaya that arms shipments to Nicaraguan revolutionaries were flawed and Mauser rifles with Remington cartridges cannot be used. The steamer Utstein searches Central American coast for proper ammunition as clashes near Rama loom.

New Orleans Rama New Orleana Francisco Altschull New Osiean Zelaya Colnsul Altschul Nicasio Vasquez Revolutionary Army Revolutioniats Consul Abhschul Mauser Remington Arma Utstein Bluefields Central America Ansebul Nicaragua New Orlane Gen Estrada Altachul Estrada Ulstein Jean

Honduran Capital Turmoil After Army Rule Shift

Honduran capital experiences renewed turmoil as military rule surfaces following Zelaya’s ouster last year. Bonilla faces pressure as new developments unfold with limited civilian leadership available.

Honduran Revolt Rumors Stir Region Tensions

Rumors claim Manuel Bonilla seizes Honduran revolt and Zelaya weakness as martial law spreads. U S forces plan to protect American interests in Honduras and Nicaragua, with dispatches noting no immediate naval deployment. Unconfirmed reports say Zelaya’s army defeats Estrada near Rama, but officials doubt the claim as ships report no action.

Washington Honduras Nicargua State Department Manuel Bonilla Zelaya Davilla Central Bonilla British Honduras Estrada Rama Greytown Port Simon Bluefelds United States Nicaragua Bere Zelava Himaalt

Dramatic Club Plans Geisha Show Friday Night

The Dramatic Club continues rehearsals for a Geisha production set for Friday night. The group has a history of strong performances and aims to crown another successful season with this event.

Dramatic Club

Debates on Republican Platform and Postal Reforms

The document outlines a Republican program including higher postage rates for periodicals, postal savings banks, and statehood for Arizona and New Mexico, alongside opposition to Alaska territorial status. It also notes efforts to end white slave traffic and calls for appropriations to support related laws. The text shifts to a theater review praising a play with Japan-set scenery, new costuming from Chicago, and a well patronized performance.

Monroe Diodriae Elvil Pebston Mlaimam cl Tariget Mingasines ArieSzona Nely Mexico theYelub Japan Chicago

The Failure of Practical Socialism in Lyons Mines

A London report on the Lyons consular district during the last year describes the Mother Mine project in the Loire coal basin begun in 1851. The four pits across 383 acres, funded by Paris financiers and government, aimed to share profits among workers, but internal dissensions led to collapse, serving as a cautionary example of practical socialism.

London Edward Ans Foreign Office Board of Trade Lyons Loire Paris Petit Journal Saint Etienne Jvien

Mother-in-law Must Pay $3,000 Damages

Elizabeth Reed won a $3,000 damages verdict against her mother-in-law Anna Reed in Bartholomew Circuit Court after a four day trial. The suit alleged alienation of affection from Kenneth Reed, the plaintiff's husband, with the case drawing a large local crowd in Columbus Indiana.

Columbus Indy Elizabeth Reed Anna Reed Kenneth Reed Vanes Cage Bartholomew Circuit Court Cape

Commissioners Withhold Payment on Gravel Road Contract

The county commissioners met Tuesday afternoon and took no decisive action on the gravel road contract. Claims by workers on partial contracts will be held for ten days pending the test case in Indianapolis. If the court rules in favor of contractors, bondholders will lift liens and funds will be paid. the matter is set to resume next Tuesday.

Commissioners Court Indianapoln

Wreck on E and I Wray line disrupts trains in Greene County

A derailment on the Evansville and Indianapolis line near Plumier Newberry in Greene County blocked traffic for hours. An Evansville wrecking crew arrived after daylight to clear the tracks. southbound trains were delayed and some passenger service cancelled.

Wanington Midway Evansville Terre Haute Thant

Governor vows swift military action over Bedford unrest

Governor announces suspension of civil law if troops are sent to Bedford and a military court will act. He says arrests would result in immediate punishment with no bonds or habeas corpus. Sheriff Box reportedly has little help to manage a serious outbreak.

Bestern Rity Bedford Mr. Slough

Mrs Padgett Receives Pension Money Despite Absence

The report notes Margaret A Testi Ack of G W Padgett failed to arrive today yet received the pension payment. It mentions a voucher and a plan for February's payment, with the Pension department involved and discussions about Mrs Padgett's status and presence.

Margaret A Testi G. W Padgett Arry Mira Charita Witteasts Pension Department Mra, Padentt Delivea

Alblem Walis Shooting Claims Sponsorship Mine Victim

A report notes a fatal incident labeled as a shooting linked to a sponsor named Liolen at a mine site in Alblem Walis. Authorities investigate the event and identify the victim and sponsor connections.

Alblem

Rev A C Scott Dies At Odon After Cancer Battle

The Rev A C Scott a longtime Daviess County resident and Civil War veteran known as Captain Scott died at his Odon home Tuesday afternoon after weeks of cancer pain. He had struggled with poor health for years and had been unconscious at the end. He leaves a wife and several children. The funeral will be in Odon.

A. C. Scott Daviess Colpty Odon Dora Chil Indianapolin Davaloti Odon Tomo

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