Coal Miners Executive Board Calls Indianapolis Strike
The Coal Miners Executive Board will meet in Indianapolis to plan for a strike. Details remain sparse as representatives discuss strategy and potential impact on operations and workers.
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Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1906
Page
1
United Mine Workers Meeting Announces March Call
An issuance for the International Executive Board meeting of the United Mine Workers of America sets a March gathering. It discusses policy, finances, and an assessment of 1 per week per member starting February 1, with details not fully public.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United Mine’ Workers of America
Stgent
Ievita
Daud
Odon Lodge Installs Encampment Amid School Board Debate
Montgomery led a lodge ceremony at Odon forming a new encampment with William Limbrook and Will McBride among attendees. The piece also recounts strong opinions on school standards, teacher duties, county institute fees, and licensing debates with references to local officials and Republicans supported by former teachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lodge
Odon
William Limbrook
Honey
Will McBride
City
Monta
Hull
Local Paper Notes Vanished Beer Cases at Elnora
Lin Tilted reports editor Myers of Binory News cites the Elnora News about fifty empty beer cases removed from Fors. The incident occurred at the I depot for shipment to Elle Monday. Blinds drawn and a building raised fears of a hidden tiger on Sunday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myers
Binory New
Elnora News
Elnora
Bottomless Holyey Sink Mystery Deepens at State Line
Report describes contractors probing Lake Michigan for an outlet into a subterranean lake system near the state line. They believe a mysterious sink feeds by way of an outlet at the lakeshore, potentially linking several townships. Observers note only gradual improvement in the puzzling situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michigan
Deserted veteran denied pension after long army stay
Aged Civil War veteran Marlon Fel, about seventy, who served in the army and had been an inmate at the military home for eight years, applied for a pension. The Washington report states he deserted from the army and was refused pension, ordered discharged from the soldiers home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marlon
Willian Stone
Washington
Surprise Birthday Party Honors Mrs. McMule
A west end social note reports a 4th birthday celebration for Mrs. John McMule hosted by friends last evening. Guests presented gifts and refreshments were served. Music and games provided most of the evening’s amusement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McMule
West End
Proposed Laws for Reduced Rail Rates Face Scrutiny
Central Passan Regular Monthly meets to discuss two cent a mile fare proposals. Railroad leaders warn passenger traffic revenue is key to profits, while unions push for wage protections. Analysts note potential retrenchment and wage cuts as lines face financial strain amid uncertain demand. Railroad workers fear salary reductions before a broader market recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Passan
Mitlselong
Donald
Tribune
Iheq Anil
Township trustee authority clarified for school district decisions
A Supreme Court ruling limits forced action on new school districts and buildings in townships. Trustees retain discretion under statute 6026, with appeals handled locally. decision emphasizes trustee independence in funding and formation duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wee
Burns
Wong
Political notes by Hon Y R Greene and local races
Hon Y R Greene clarifies he is not a candidate for the senatorial nomination. Daviess county brethren may choose one of their number for the job. Major Menzlen likely to be the Democratic candidate for Congress in the district with no opposition noted. Warren and Suyer renomination defeat in Wabash county brings joy to statehouse employees and is tied to the treasury watch role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Axteil
A. G. Smith
Indiana
Hind
Y. R. Greene
Daviess County
Petsinburg Press
Iti
Menzlen
Pommes
Congress
Tearn
Ike
Street Sermon At Front Steps Draws Large Crowd
Angelic Bell preached from the Citizens Loan and Trust Company steps to a large crowd. Rev Bell is leading a revival at the Cambridge Presbyterian church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bell
Citizens, Loan and Trust Company
Joorner
Rn Bell
Cunpbertind + Presbyterian church
HENS OF Te progressives and local offices noted
The text mentions progressive ties in Kentucky and Missouri, a Wash city clerk candidate for the Davis county court, and a politician named Ernest Wilson from Walton. It references a payroll or fund of about $100 and a party convention, with various scattered notes on local figures and duties.
Injunction Sought Against Cumberland Presbyterian Union
Attorneys and Cumberland Presbyterian supporters in Indiana and Tennessee prepare injunctions to block the May Decatur assembly ratifying a church merger. The U S court of Deng will hear the case, arguing the union conflicts with church integrity while key ministers claim the action aids amalgamation and the move targets denominational unity.
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Hyansville
G. V ‘Menzies
Vernon
Awilliam Reister
Evansville
Coronel
Thomas Russell
Columbia, Tenn
Cumberland Presbyterian
Presbyterian
Decager
Cumberland Presbyterians
Didlanit
Tennessee
Decatur
United States Court of Deng
The
Cumberland
Presby Terriam Church
Sor le Union
Cumbert
W. J. Darby
Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Indiana
MATORES GONE Skater Uses Ice Lens On Cigar
A skater explains how he used a fragment of ice to light his cigar during a contest. He describes shaping the ice into a lens that concentrates sunlight enough to heat the cigar. The moment the ice lens focused light, the cigar began to smoke and eventually lit, leaving the skater amused at the makeshift experiment.
Train Detour Affects Route Through Louisville and Vincennes
A passenger train was detoured Wednesday evening over the B and Q line toward Vincennes then Prinket, affecting travel between Louisville and surrounding towns. Details are scant due to fragmentary OCR.
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Southerm
B. &Q. Souths Western
Vincennes
Prinket
Louisville
Fe Hineston
Foreigner Riots in Shanghai Spark Calls for Warships
The article describes violent anti foreign riots in Shanghai with foreigners fleeing, Chinese mobs attacking, and gunboat presence by Britain and the United States. It notes no fatalities among foreigners, widespread destruction, and calls for stronger action to protect foreigners amid deteriorating China trade and the Boxer-like sentiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shanghailnit
Teibien
Wis
Todd
Burt
Fiyims
Smissilek
China
Ivan
Local Social Evening Yet to Be Named
A fragmentary note describes Mr and Mrs Chirled-Kidwell Herron and East Third hosting a social gathering Thursday night for family members. The event included games and music with Mr and Mrs Fran and Mrs Fred Graf in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chirled - Kidwell
Herron
East Third
Fran
Fred Graf
Ponca Indians From Oklahoma Fail to Find Relief
Ten Ponca Indians journeyed from Oklahoma to present their case but were disappointed by the outcome. Nichols Lonswor and Lukata skin vest figures were appointed, while Mr. Cous appeared at the capitol during the visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oaklahoma
Nicholan Lonswor
Cousarorth
Capitol
Democratic County Clerk Candidate in Daytosa District
Fred Boyd of Isbn Township seeks the Democratic nomination for county clerk. A former teacher for about twenty years, he is described as a capable and splendid man for the post. The article notes his long tenure as a leading educator in the county and highlights his readiness to lead in the clerk’s office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred $. Boyd
Isbn
Township Conces
Alfey
Brown Funeral Rites Held at Grove Cemetery
Funeral services for James B. Brown were conducted at the burial ground with members of the Gurral 2 and other relatives in attendance at Grove Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James B. Brown
Gurral
Grove, Cemetery
Declared NSA Anderson Ayers Incident Noted
An unclear fragment references an individual named Anderson Ayers described as an old colored man. The text is incomplete and does not reveal a full event, action, or outcome suitable for further detail.
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Anderson Ayers
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