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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1931

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Azores Search For Missing Air Crew Heads To Ocean

A trans Atlantic seaplane named Tradewind vanished after departing Bermuda for the Azores with pilot Beryl Hart and co pilot Lt W S MacLaren aboard. A northeast gale lashed the area as ships and aircraft scoured the Atlantic, with no sign of the 2000 mile flight yet. The crew and passengers faced harsh weather near the Azores as hopes dimmed for their safe return.

Azores Bermuda Ots Owevyer Eryi Hart W.m MacLaren Mid-Atan Islands Europe Morta Agores Janu Ioe Beryl Paris Hamilton Wireless Igs Hart Horta Bay

Jensen Gives Information on Daviess Poultry Economy

County Agent John Jensen outlined the local poultry sector at the Daviess County Poultry Committee meeting on Saturday January 10. He cited census data showing 205471 birds on 2341 of 2650 farms, with poultry and eggs contributing 464769 dollars annually, ranking Daviess County second in production among nearby regions and highlighting poultry income as key to prosperity.

Galtry Daviess County Formance

Estate of John M. F of Canelburg Probate Filed

Will dated April 22 6D filed with county clerk for probate naming seven children with a $700 share and Bernard Walker as executor. Provisions allocate care payments to Le Benara Walker and spouse from November 1 onward for the decedent’s final illness, with legacies to Samuel Walker Mary D Elizabeth J. Seal George Ker L. Bernard Walker.

John M. F Canelburg Jes M. Graves James M le Benara Walker Bernard Walker Samué Walker Mary D J. Seal George Ker L. Bernard Walker Jammed Iker

Rhoades Case Reopened After 1920s Murder Trial

Narrative recounts the fugitive Rhoades from Knox County who fled to Colorado then Iowa and was recaptured, tried in Gibson County in 1938, found guilty and sentenced to death. The case faced a supreme court review and venue changes, with Rhoades spending much of his life in prison and allegations of resistance to arrest by Carne.

Bleden Oxia Ming Posse Entaled Citi Rhoades Fernal Carne Vincennes Knox ‘County Colorado Vinceuties Gibson County Supreme Court Knox County Taal Moe Carle

Plane crash leaves Boer officers and pilot perished at sea

An improvised account notes that two lieutenants and others were aboard a craft that went down after being forced to land on icy waters. The incident occurred as the vehicle caught fire shortly after the forced descent, with casualties reported among the high ranking officers.

Igh Boer Fleft Danilo Barbicinti

Wells county GOP suggests Saunders seat stay vacant

Bluffton Indiana January 12 The Wells county Republican central committee proposes that the seat of late State Representative George L Saunders Democrat Bluffton remain vacant during the 1931 general assembly A resolution opposes a special election citing nearly 5000 dollars in cost The plan would have Wells and Adams counties without a member until the 1932 general election to fill the 1933 term Likely successors named include Virgil M Simmons Bluffton and Cc H Spoikane Spokane Washington It is unclear if the next general vote would cover the vacancy

Bluffton Ind Republican Central Committee Wells County George L. Saunders John Edris Edris Wells Adams County Saunders Virgil M. Simmons Ane Cc. H

Tracks Extended at Local BL & O Shops

Workmen at the BL and O shops extended tracks today to the old locomotive shops to make that department suitable for car repairs. The effort aims to modernize intercentiae facilities and improve service capability.

BL & O

Senate in Indiana faces leadership rift and party shifts

Indianapolis Jan 12 Insurgent factions challenge administration in a Senate session. Lt Gov Bush backed Hartzell of Fort Wayne for president pro tem over Neji of Whiting. Key figures include Strey, Saunders, and Saunders backers vying for floor leader positions amid caucus talks and party realignment.

Indianapolis I Bush JJ Hartzell Fort Wayne James J. Neji Whiting IRP Charles L. Streyhogh Dé Fine

Maryville Negro Slayer Seized Mobbed and Burned

Maryville Missouri reports say Raymond Guan a thirty year old Black man confessed to the murder of Velma Cokte and was seized by a mob of about 560 as he was taken from the jail to the murder scene. He was dragged four miles to a school house where he died in a blaze after being tied. State and local authorities struggled to intervene as guards mobilized to protect him.

Maryville Job Raymond Gann Gann Colter St. Louis Mond Guan Velma Cokte Jefferson City Caulfield Adj Adam G Bresejine Atte National Guards Raymond Guan Adams Gerber Burte

Harold Holloway Fined In Local Incident

Harold Holloway, local man, was arrested Saturday night by officers Jones and Burkhardt on intoxication and concealed weapon charges. He pleaded guilty to one count and paid a $10 fine that was stayed. the weapon charge was paid, with the gun delivered to the sheriff.

Harold Holloway Froimén Jones Burkhardt Mayer Warty Terrest

Tour farmers institutes draw crowd at Elra Posom Odon

A total of 1523 attendees participated in the Tour farmers institutes held at Elra Posom Odon. The event showcased institute programs and member recruitment, with focus on next year's institutes and membership development.

el Ra Posom Odon Asee Kee

Russell of Orwell Undergoes Operation Today

Russell from Orwell underwent an operation at the hospital today, with staff reporting a routine procedure and stable condition.

Ar Russell Orwell

Newberry Lad Dies After Long Illness

Dwight Eugene Kinman, aged about four, son of Mr and Mrs L L Kinman of Newberry, died Sunday at 1 45 PM after six months illness from tuberculosis. Born March 13 1921 in Newberry, he lived there all his life. No brothers or sisters survive. Funeral arrangements not yet made.

Dwight Eugene Siners Ll. L. Kinman Newberry Deak

Burget Funeal Held For Orang A Get

Funeral services were held this month at a church with Sartols A Ona St John’s community.

Orang Get Sartols

Supreme Court Action On Arizona Boulder Canyon Suit

Washington January 12 the attorney case for the United States and state counsel in the Boulder Canyon water and power project filed with the Supreme Court a motion to dismiss Arizona s defection against the complaint in the Boulder Canyon case the complaint does not present a justiciable issue for the Supreme Court.

Washington U. S. i Government Rhetein Boulder Canyon Supreme Court Arizona Compltio Boulder

City Fireman Henry Mills Dies from Wounds

Henry Mills city fireman dies from bullet wounds suffered at the hands of bandits during the January 12 incident. He is the fourth person killed in the attack. Authorities report ongoing investigations and condolences from the department.

Ali Henry Mills

Butcher in California Hospital Incident

A report from Daviess County notes a patient named Butcher, residing at 619 West Van, undergoing major surgery at a California hospital. Details are sparse due to damaged text.

Ao Butcher West van Daviess County

Eger Assist at Post oreral Sale United Pembansets

Eger assists at a post oreral sale involving United Pembansets heading to a port.

Ora Eral Sae United Pembansets

Two Auto Wrecks Reported Sunday

Meridian police logged 420 automobile accidents with two wrecks noted Sunday. One incident occurred at Heatmith and Walnut, while the other was at Meridian and Walnut corners. WW.B. Strange of McCormick was involved in the report.

Meridian Ain Heatmith and Walnut B. Strange McCormick Ie

Mrs Herbert Miller of Wash Ieene notice scope

Mrs Herbert Miller of Wash Ieene submitted to a reading of the local notice involving a request or filing. Details are sparse in the fragment, but the notice appears to relate to a legal or civic matter requiring attention from residents or authorities. Further readable text is needed for full context.

Herbert Miller Wash Ieene

Alfalfa Bill Murray Becomes Oklahoma Governor

Oklahoma City January date sees William Henry Murray sworn in as ninth governor. Uriah Thomas Murray administers oath before a crowd on a sunny capitol lawn. The elder Murray, 91, stood bareheaded as the ceremony marked Alfalfa Bill’s long sought path to power.

Oklahoma City Okla William Henry

Four Nominations Approved by Senate Vote

The Senate today approved four nominations and advanced four more, moving a card vote process forward on six nominations in total. Members noted bipartisan support and signaled confirmation hearings will continue as part of the legislative schedule.

Senate

Reed Davis Escape Sought From Juvenile Facility

Reed Davis, a 14 year old, escaped from a local youth home. Police issued a description and urged immediate contact if seen. Authorities warned the public to avoid confrontation and to report any sightings to the station.

Reed Davis Peinte

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