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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1925
Page
6
Tergburg Jan 17 Earl Parrish shotfirer at Atlas No 1 mine was killed by a dust explosion from a blasting shot in an air shaft over 100 feet high. Rescuers worked two hours to reach Parrish who was burned. another shotfirer John Johns was in the east wing and escaped injury.
Milford Indiana residents recount letters to James T Shepard former banker jailed for insolvent Farmers State Bank theft totaling 295000 dollars. Former pupils and boys in hog clubs blame the bank failure on his actions while noting long ago punishments and differing school eras.
A jumble crossword puzzle appears with scattered readable clues and partial words. The page also reports on university remarks, a history chess exhibit, local football and basketball events, and student behavior notes plus a call to engage with state legislators.
The article notes improvements in educational activities, with the second semester ending next week and commencement set for Friday May 29 pending changes. It lists staff positions including Editor Virginia Leonard and Athletic Editor Robert Winston, plus graduates and a Bible study teacher who attended a conference in Indianapolis.
A speaker urges robust backing for the site from Indiana University and Purdue University. The remarks highlight strong arguments for collaboration and sustained funding to advance regional academic projects.
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