Sheriff Arrested Over Bootleg Whisky Sale Incident
John Tucker 21 of Plainville was arrested after selling a quart of whisky to Deputy Sheriff BR. J. Jones while Sheriff E. O. Jones watched nearby. Tucker pled not guilty and was bound over to circuit court on $1,000 bond. the case involved underage boys tied to the liquor sale.
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Jand
Normal college athlete claims six year eligibility in dispute
Chairman of the athlete committee at Normal School argues Roy Burris was eligible after playing ineligible in a game against Concordia College Fort Wayne. Authorities say Normal not bound by Indiana Intercollegiate Conference rules for such games and Burris was used without violating conference rules. Burris reported to New York Giants for a tryout and has not played in conference games.
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Wayne
Fort Wayne
Tai
Indiana
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New_York Giants
United States Set to Recognize Russia This Year
In Moscow on January 17 1925 Soviet envoy Christian Rakovsky said the United States will recognize Russia before year’s end. He spoke in London asserting U S recognition is near and that Moscow views its capital as a pivotal Europe Asia hub.
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Russia
Moscow
United States
Christian Rakovsky
London
Europe
Asia
Hoosier Motor Club Opposes Gasoline Tax Increases
Indianapolis, Jan. 17. The Hoosier Motor Club announces opposition to any increases in gasoline tax and automobile license fees. Directors say current automobile taxes are ample to cover road building, noting fuel tax revenue grows with vehicle usage and mileage. They warn higher taxes could curb automobile use and reduce state revenue.
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Indianapolis
United Press
Hoosier Motor Club
Club
Births surpass deaths in city last year
City health officer Dr. T F Spink reports 267 births and 163 deaths in Washington for the year 11924. Males outnumber females in both births and deaths with 147/120 births and 92/71 deaths. heart disease and nephritis are leading causes, with deaths also from pneumonia and tuberculosis.
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T.F. Spink
Iwate Ag
Republicans Name City Committee and Leaders
Washington Republicans meet at the courthouse to perfect the city committee for the coming campaign. J Pershing remains chairman with Mrs Elmer Meredith as vice chair. Walter McCullough elected secretary treasurer. County chairman Robert L Crane presided. Clyde Wald state chairman in attendance. Thomp son and Faith spoke briefly. Indianapolis prepares for a city county power struggle under police guard.
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Republican Political Workers of Washington
Court House
J. Pershing
Elmer Meredith
Walter McCullough
Seertary
George W Dyke
Robert L. Crane
Clyde Wald
J. G. Thompson
Id Faith
Indianapolis
Charles Sumner
Criminal Court
Pirates Loot Ship And Its Passengers
Hong Kong reports the brigue steamer Kongkwa sailing from Singapore three days earlier returned with piracy on the high seas. All passengers were safe. a robbery occurred as Chinese pirates overpowered the crew and seized valuables while forcing navigation for three days.
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Hong Kong
China
Singapore
State names 30 banks as depositor ies for state funds
Indiana state board designates 30 banks and trust companies as depositories for state funds. About 5000 applicants sought to call $23 million, with $15 million granted. Listings include Knox county banks such as Bicknell Trust & Savings and Farmers & Merchants of Decker, plus Vincennes, Daviess, Gibson, and Vermillion county institutions with varied deposit amounts.
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Binks
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Éldde
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Bicknell Trust & Savings Company
Bicknell
Princeton
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American National Bank
Summerville
Seymour Girl Fires Rifle at Sister in Playful Incident
A Seymour girl fired a rifle at her younger sister during a reckless moment today. The bullet struck Mable in the forehead as the weapon discharged while handling the gun. Authorities report the act was accidental and occurred in a domestic setting with family members present.
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Mable
Weddell
Bessl
Chicago run runners fined in federal court
Thirty five Chicago runners who defied Prohibition for two years were fined or jailed in federal court today. They were implicated in the Siebens warehouse robbery last April which looted a government liquor warehouse of about 100000 dollars.
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Vessels Crash Head On In Thick Fog Off Massachusetts Coast
In Boston Massachusetts on January 17 a schooner and a freight steamer collided in thick fog off the coast. Both vessels were badly damaged but not in immediate danger. A coast guard cutter was sent to assist and other vessels were on standby.
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Bostong Mass
Manson Vollgr. Munalbro
Massachusetts
Chicago police pursue crime wave with guns policy
Chicago on Chief Collins orders to say it with guns results in a night of violence. One man killed, another probably fatally wounded, and two shot. Collins labels the action a food and iron policy as crime reports fall.
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Chicago
Collins
Widow Mary Sellers dies after near miss with auto
January 17 coroner's verdict reports Mrs. Mary Sellers, a widow, died after barely escaping an automobile and being struck moments later. Henry Adkins, a Madison Township farmer, buys the Dyer store at Plainville and plans to move there to run it, with a case set at Isfart January 20.
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Henry Adkins
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Plainville
Isfart
Hughes rally deflects talk on naval treaty at Washington
Jan 17 report from St. Louis outlines Hughes defending himself against charges over the Washington Conference on naval limitations. The piece cites Senator McKellar’s claims that American delegates were manipulated by Britain, with denials and explanations offered. It notes Coolidge postponed gun elevation due to no current war emergency and unknown aircraft to battleship balance.
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United States
Prohibition in Indiana Boosts Education and Welfare
Indianapolis Jan 17 Prohibition has raised school enrollment and reduced bread lines and free lodging says E S Shumaker superintendent of the Indiana Anti Saloon League. He notes national progress, money saved from saloons, charity claims up and Keeley cures closed. He cites college and high school enrollment gains and a new crane design by a woman inventor.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
James
2. S. Shumaker
County to Reassess Real Estate Raising $2500 Local Tax
The state board orders a property re assessment in Daviess County at a cost of about 2500. The county assessor O Or McGaughy estimates the total valuation will rise from 926 to about 7000 with extra staff in townships including Washington. Plats are needed to properly re evaluate and will incur costs though no county funds were set aside this year.
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State Board of Tax Commissioners
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McGaughy
Washington
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County Council
Jessin
State Board
Lion Farm Lands
Petting ’ Ady
National Dairy Show Moves to Indianapolis
The National Dairy Show will be held in Indianapolis this year, ending Chicago's long run. Arrangements are complete and the event is set for October 1, 1925. Indiana dairy men are surprised by the shift and Davie County dairymen plan entries with the newly formed Jersey Cattle Club aiming to exhibit.
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Indianapolis
Chicago
Indiana
Dairy Association
Daviess County
Daviess County Jersey
Dogs Cause Heavy Losses in Madison Township
Trustees report for Madison Township shows 349 turkeys killed by dogs in the last two dozen months, plus 21 sheep maimed or slain and five chickens and one dog counted in total damages. Costs recorded amount to 590.75 dollars to cover turkeys, sheep, hogs, and chickens, with additional unreported losses likely.
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Madison Township
Madison
Qdon Journal
Madison ‘Township
United States
Three Children Die In Kenogami Fire Tragedy
Three small children perished in a house fire in Keewapin Minu as their home burned entirely early today. The blaze left no survivors, and authorities investigated the cause amid a quiet community.
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Keewapin
Minu
Fragmented note on agencies and murder questions
A garbled text fragment references agencies and federal organizations debating what to answer about a murder case. It mentions confusion and possible religious or nationalist tensions behind the discussion. The exact events and identities are unclear due to the damaged source.
Education program aids women in city
The article notes a city program aimed at helping both city and country women through practical instructions. It mentions widespread attendance, free operations, and supportive aims for domestic tasks and care.
Italian concert features Verdi Requiem and Puccini set
A midweek concert will present Toscanini conducting Verdi Requiem alongside Puccini La Boheme and Giordano Andrea Chiodner La Carita. Cavaliere Giuseppe Giorgi leads a stellar ensemble with soloists and a large chorus in a dramatic Italian program.
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Ieee’ of
Palestrina
New York Man Daniel G. Reid Dies After Illness
Daniel G. Reid, formerly of Richmond, Md., died today at his New York home. He was 67 years old and had been in a pneumonia illness for several days. He had resided in New York for many years.
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Ing. Tormerly
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Reid
Jwads
Total Solar Eclipse Draws Washington Interest
The article notes a near total solar eclipse visible across northern regions on August 24 with about 96 percent coverage expected locally. It describes public curiosity, travel by enthusiasts, and mentions observers in Washington preparing to view the event.
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