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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1917
Page
1
Chicago February 16 United Press says many industries guarded by the freight blockade face severe distress as relief hinges on freight congestion. Thousands may lose work without ships or convoys. Grain shipments east from Chicago stall. millions worth of freight await movement. Wheat stocks and grain elevators hold vast totals tied up in yards and warehouses.
The German sea raider was sunk by a converted German cruiser, according to information received by the Glasgow tonight. The fate follows the sea terror’s escape, with details reported from Rio de Janeiro dated February 16 by Hy United Press.
New York February 1. The American and Orleans and Rochester ships press toward the danger zone as they near Azeras awaiting orders to take on code before the final dash of the journey.
American schooner Lyman Law reportedly sank after bombs from an Austrian submarine exploded in her hold while flying the American flag. London authorities quote Germany halving civilian rations in occupied Belgium. Mary J Athlon marks sixtieth birthday in Mason, Kentucky. other items include local birthday mention dates.
Crowds of workmen protested near the queen's palace as police repeatedly charged to disperse the demonstrations. The food crisis has Dutch workers struggling to obtain essentials like coal and notes, with growing discontent and high living costs.
Mrs. Anna Simonson won judgment against Vincennes Traction Company for 1250 dollars after a trial in the first district court in har stlt. She sought 10000 dollars claiming permanent injuries from a fall as she tried to alight a Vincennes streetcar. The verdict was reached Thursday night after proceedings began Thursday morning.
Mrs Essie Utterback wife of Frank Utterback died about 11 o clock this morning at her home near Myalls station after a short illness of pneumonia followed by the grip. She would have been forty nine years old May 20. A native of Martin County she was married December 28 twenty one years ago and was mother of nine children. Surviving are nine children Pearl Minnie Emma Clyde Van Lawrence Ann Elmer and Mrs. Leslie McDaniel, two brothers George Holsapple and James Hoosapple and two sisters Mrs Alice Hilancock and Mrs Sadie Sims. She was a member of the Christian church at Plainville.
Representative Randall of California plans a war time bill to empower the president or secretary of war to take over all distilleries and regulate saloons at the onset of hostilities with Germany. The measure would be introduced after the first signs of armed conflict.
San Antonio February 16 General Funston announced that lean threats to attack a border town will not affect troop redistribution along the border. He is in constant contact with Colonel Sickel who commands the New Mexico district. Washington reports President Wilson is authorized to commandeer railroads in National Emergency and draft train operations under a Senate committee bill.
Washington's bowling squad traveled to Jasper on Friday night and dropped the series to Jasper 34 to 30. Jasper led with strong marks while Washington totaled 4,140. the locals were late arriving due to automobile troubles, missing starting time by several hours.
Governor Goodrich spoke to a joint session urging enactment of economy and efficiency legislation. He highlighted a proposed special tax on corporations in the state. The House adopted a committee report favoring passage of the bid licensing chiropractors. A Knights of Columbus dance at the K of C hall drew forty four couples Thursday night.
Rev W R Plummer will hold evening prayer and deliver a sermon at St John’s Episcopal Church tonight at 7 30. The public is invited.
Washington report states Germany released seventy-two American Yarrowdale prisoners and revoked orders ousting American relief workers in Belgium. The move eased tensions despite ongoing American concerns over German conduct. Berlin news, via Copenhagen, claims Austrian-American submarine warfare talks have collapsed per Berlin advices.
At a Barent Teachers club session in Washington district, residents and officials discussed improving the unhealthy disposal depart and water supply. Speakers urged changing Hawkins Creek’s course, daily water analyses, a health officer, and better garbage disposal with community cooperation amid typhoid concerns and high Germ counts near the pumping station.
A turmoil in publishing sees paper and ink costs rising as metals surge. Washington publishers, after talks with the printers union, accept a new wage scale raising the minimum by two cents an hour. The industry shifts target to higher prices and smoother production.
A group including Mrs Emma Hyatt and D Merriman debated medical supervision and lab equipment in schools and homes. The discussion touched on potential chloring chemical shortages and the need for a visiting nurse program while awaiting lab analysis and supplies.
United Press reports a Indianapolis police lieutenant suffered a nervous breakdown while federal grand jury probes election frauds. Three bailiffs were sent to Merrill's hotel. the lieutenant surrendered and posted bond. Additional indictments and arrests followed, with two Democratic workers named Roe er and Gibson surrendering amid the investigations. Deputy marshals were dispatched to Gary, Frankfort, and Evansville to pursue further arrests.
Women in hidiofopolis Indiana push in the legislature as a minority report favors passage of a bill limiting women to an eight hour day and no more than 48 hours a week. A railroad committee advances a plan to permit a six day investigation and potential fare increases if justified.
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A beekeepers meeting arranged by State Entomologist Wallace will be held in Washington's new city hall on Friday. Prominent beekeepers from across the state are expected. topics include bee diseases especially American foul brood, honey feeding, flora, marketing, and reducing losses. The article notes the industry’s importance to Daviess County and urges interest from local farmers and students.
Representative Martin and minority leader Mann debated a $247,001,000 appropriation bill in Washington. Mann said the aim was to keep nations out of war, but warned Americans must be ready if the issue escalates.
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