Truck crash uncovers hidden alcohol shipment in Wheatland
Police traced a rig involved in a Friday incident to Wheatland garage after a crash exposed a concealed 100 gallon alcohol cache. A dead man was found in the truck cab and the driver, claiming transport from St. Louis to Louisville, was taken into custody.
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Thief Killed by Gun in Muncie Shooting
David Shockley 34 died at hospital from wounds after a farmer Addie Burke set a trap gun at a residence in Muncie Indiana. Burke faced charges after the shooting incident reported this morning.
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Addie Burke
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Local Alcohol Bounty Case Seized by Sheriff Patrol
A sheriff’s patrol seized alcohol tied to a local bounty case at a public house. Tests on the alcohol ranged from 160 to 170 proof, and investigators reported a connection to an unidentified suspect.
Indianapol is poised for a cooperative marketing bill
W H Settle of Bluffton announced after the federation executive committee meeting that a cooperative marketing bill will be advanced in the coming legislative session. He said the plan aims to promote agriculture and would proceed to law with support from the legislature, echoing past efforts and opposition noted by Governor Metcalf and Advocate Ed Jackson.
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Legisature
W.H. Settle
Bluffton
Wari
Metunay
Ed Jackson
L.duri & the c Co
Owensboro Ohio River Bridge Project Advances
Owensboro and Owensville Kentucky on the Ohio River cross, with Hazelrigg of a railroad company stating plans to prepare data for a federal hearing by February 6. He says funding exists, expects bids in weeks, and will confer with local investors to support the bridge and road work amid interstate commerce objections.
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Hawkins Fidits Extradition Day Battle Over Removal
Hawkins, former head of Hawkins Mortgage Co. of Portland Indiana, fights extradition to Indianapolis for federal fraud trial. He contests the commissioner's order and the court’s jurisdiction as his attorney Fred Warner challenges the process.
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Supreme Court
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Grand Jury
Metropolitan arrests rise amid drunkness crackdown
A United Press report notes widespread arrests across major cities including Philadelphia, New York, Boston, Buffalo, Cleveland, Chicago, Los Angeles and Atlanta. It highlights higher intoxication charges and comparing eastern versus western coast figures amid a broad public order push.
Unclear OCR Narrative From Speen Area Incident
An OCR fragment describes a January event near Speen involving Frank Vilicounes, a school administrator, and a Ford coupe incident on the road. It mentions Heart Pay Ri and nearby towns, with partial details about a vehicle stopping, a passenger, and a later claim about wine handling and a home.
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Informal stock meeting weighs financing plan for company
A Friday night informal meeting considered backing 360,000 in hands’ bearing assets to finance working capital. Stockholders urged approval of the financing plan adopted at plant setup, with a formal vote slated for the stockholders’ meeting on January 14. Inventory and financial proofs from 1923 were shown and deemed satisfactory.
Woman Murdered in Ouvaha. Husband Held as Suspect
Police hold John W. Hahne a wealthy contractor and real estate dealer after his wife May Hahne is found murdered in the cellar with the skull beaten by a hatchet. A hatchet and bloodstained covering were discovered near the workshop bench, along with work clothes bearing a hip marker. Hahne’s first wife reportedly died in New York City in 1919.
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Badimmer
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News York City
Fire Maredits? Fire rages in Philadelphia apartments
A devastating fire in Philadelphia destroyed apartment buildings, killing one firefighter and injuring two others. The blaze forced more than 200 residents from their homes as flames swept through the complex. Authorities report the total loss at about 750000 dollars.
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Janne
Postal Pay Bill Stirs Senate Vote Debates
The article reports a heated Senate debate over the postal pay bill with President veto threats. It notes postal clerks' pay increases totaling 68 million dollars and the push for new rate structures. Critics fear revenue gaps while supporters expect a vote by Tuesday or Monday, amid party and press pressure.
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President College
Old Bievar
Postoffice Committee
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Subway Car Explosion Wrecks Passengers
A mysterious haplosic incident in a subway car injures around twenty people. The blast, described as an explosion, sent victims racing to safety as emergency crews responded. Details remain unclear while officials assess the cause and extent of the injuries.
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E- Tavern
Tragic Suicide Victim Zatl Graht Arrives Washington for Burial
The body of Zatl Graht, son of James L. Grant, died by self inflicted shooting near Washington City. He arrived in Washington this afternoon and was taken to his father's northwest residence. Funeral services are planned at the Christian church Sunday with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery.
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Symbolic Gift Recalled In Connection With University Event
A fragmentary note recalls a symbolic ring associated with a university occasion. John Hew Engle of the Rial Road is mentioned in relation to the ring, with hints of a presentation and departure next Wednesday. The text references a gift for the daughter and a decorative item described as an heirloom or jewel.
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Joliet Man Sentenced in Illinois Pentten Case
A Joliet man faces years in a penitentiary following a case in Illinois. Authorities reported the defendant's conviction and remaining legal actions tied to the Joliet area crime.
Fragmented OCR Passage Describes Coal Load Disaster
A garbled report recalls a deadly coal accident with a heavy coal load collapsing on workers. Eyewitness fragments mention a person named Wildered and a boy named Linton, with unclear locations and dates.
Fragmentary notice from Will.sea page about Fletmey
A fragmentary OCR item from Will.sea documents mentions Fletmey and related names in a partial public notice. Readable context is limited, with scarce details on action, place, or deadlines.
Fox drive in township yields auctioned foxes
In early morning events three red foxes were captured near Cornettsville and auctioned for a total of $20. The proceeds were reportedly designated for a local hospital. The text is fragmented and contains many misspellings.
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