13 Jan 1911
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 13, 1911
Page
1
A damaged OCR item recounts a family tragedy with names such as Eugene Warken and Wathen, listing spouses and many children. It mentions a funeral at a church on a Saturday and hints at a complex family narrative across several generations, with scattered spellings and uncertain dates.
A student at a university in Columbus, Indiana, and a woman were shot in a hotel corridor. The woman was unconscious but survived with wounds to the breast and heart. a revolver was found near the assailants who fled. The sophomore suspect was identified as a University of Timela student from Columbus.
Fragmentary OCR item describes Michael Cudaly or Cudahy and a benefactor who quietly gave money to those in need. The text is garbled but references a person named Thad, a quote about taking money, and a possible epistolary note by an Enginnbula author. Names and exact actions are unclear in the readable fragment.
Senator argues for 800 million dollar river improvement appropriation with plan to raise to 1 billion after talks. Conference with ministers outlines readiness to begin in spring. Reports indicate funding targets for river and barge projects across states including Iowa and Washington. The value of related inheritances and tax matters also appear in a fluctuating fiscal summary.
A highly distorted OCR passage contains partial phrases about Democrats, assets, and several garbled names and numbers. The readable content is sparse and nonspecific, offering no clear event, person, or location to summarize meaningfully.
A disputed clause in a will triggers a court fight over a gift of about 200,000 and the validity of a trust arrangement. Lawyers including John W. Kelley and Dewitt C. Shown present arguments for the claimant lineage and the estate's executors. The case, rooted in long contested residuary provisions, awaits a final ruling in the New Hampshire probate court.
A fragmented report describes a death at a street corner near Bass Street and an intertwined crowd scene. The text references a struggle, possible injury, and responders, with uncertain names and details. The account hints at a tense, crowded incident leaving questions about perpetrators and motive.
A blast shattered several buildings in Connellsville Pennsylvania including the Bai Building and a bank. Debris rained down as walls collapsed and people were injured or killed. Authorities warn that aviation activity near fortresses is prohibited without a permit from the military.
Indiana general assembly settles to hour on bills to conform with Democratic state platform. Report from Indianapolis indicates debate centers on measures to change unit options and align liquor policy with party guidance.
A summary of the week notes various proposed bills and actions in the Indiana legislature. Proposals include court reform for local government, corruption prevention in elections, licensing and taxation of saloons, and measures affecting education, county administration, and municipal options. Reports mention committees reporting favorably on a constitution amendment and efforts to standardize licensing and public accounting procedures. The week also covers national news on the Cannon case and a debate about the Panama exposition location.
An elderly man identified as Moges, a known figure among the Davieds Piet settlers, died after heart trouble in the afternoon. He reportedly complained of chest pain shortly before 3 o clock, and his two sons J G Allen and Jen arrived with his wife. His burial plans and exact home location were described in the fragmentary report.
The lengthy jury trial today hears evidence on unlawful use of liquor. Alvin Padgett represents the defendants as the crowded police court room awaits the verdict on the Zinkan case and related charges.
Fragmented OCR reads like a theater program note for a show tonight and tomorrow with acts including comedy and musical routines. Mentions of a manager, Saturday crowd, and an unclear incident involving a school child and police affidavits appear amid unreliable phrasing and stray names.
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