Explosions at Colgar-Reese Oil Plant Kill 25 in Memphis
A series of blasts at the Colgar-Reese Oil Co plant in Memphis on January 24 killed 25 people, many of them Black, as a 15,000 gallon gasoline tank exploded after a spark from a worker's chisel. A mother and five children died in a nearby house. Police warned residents within half a mile to evacuate as hazards persisted. One worker seemingly vanished in the blast.
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Memphis
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Colgar-Reese Oil Co
Collar-Reese
Unusual Murder Trial Opens in Harlin Ky
Testimony in the murder trial of Dr. H C Wines, state veterinarian, was expected to begin as jurors were seated. The town buzzed with mountaineer turnout while families and locals waited to learn who killed Misa Lura Parsons near the school where she taught.
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Kentucky
Lura Parsons
Harlin
H.C. Wines
Misa Lura Parsons
Ventréinda
Walter Pattons
Simi Tion Ud
Dr. Winnes
Missarsons
Cafeteria Changes at High School Diners Parent Involvement
The domestic science rooms will be rearranged to start a new cafeteria setup for the remainder of the year. Pupils from Hew VAinutt Street may obtain their lunch during the noon period, and a limited number of parents or citizens may be served if approved by the domestic science department.
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Lear
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Srnde
Potl
Not Guilty of Heavy Hauling in Road Case
Chores White and Tab Taylor were acquitted after a split jury failed to reach a verdict in the heavy hauling incident tied to soft roads on January 4. Laura VanTrees’ case was also noted, with the judge ruling a retrial process.
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Chores White
Tab Taylor
Arh Dav Voaeh
Ugfare
VanTrees
Women Enter Political Arena In Primary Election Debate
In Jan 24 coverage from Indianapolis, women participate in a public hearing on bills targeting the primary election system. The debate centers on limiting certain processes to local communities or extending the system to all local officers, with attendees including a notable number of women. The session features interruptions as speakers are challenged and a spectator in the audience powders her face.
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Tedianapolis
Ale Eleshons
Alldredge
Lalgte
Repest
Jodiana
Vincennes Over Wiley in High School Basketball
Vincennes high school defeated Wiley high school of Terre Haute Saturday by a decisive score of 60 to 17. The game featured strong early offense from Vincennes and solid defense to limit Wiley's scoring throughout the matchup.
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Vincentes | High School
Wiley High School
Terra Haute
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Terre Maute
Deaths Notice Cleta Cullivan
Obituary notice reports the death of Cleta Cullivan with service details planned in Puce. Further particulars are not readable in the fragment.
One Fox Captured in Drive Saturday
A fox capture occurred Saturday in Steele town as rain and wind kept crowds smaller than expected. One fox was trapped and held in Steele, while three others reportedly broke the lines spanning from Liv River to Edwardsport road. Organizers plan another drive on Thursday with arrangements underway.
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Edwardsport Road
Graham Farms
Tarthe Road
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Austria Must Have Credit to Avoid Allied Collapse
Vienna reports indicate Austria must secure foreign credit to avert bankruptcy and prevent a foreign invasion. President Michael Mayr said the government would hold on as long as possible, with assurances from allied powers that they would not abandon cooperation. Industrial sectors face severe strain as coal shortages and power plant closures curb export orders worth millions, threatening imports and stabilization.
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Austra
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Michael Mainiseh
Wabael Yy
Statuil
Democrats Postpone Electing Chairman In Washington
Democrats in Washington postpone electing a chairman noting no guidance from the state central committee. A meeting Saturday at the office of Mlavm u Seal drew good attendance and brief speeches on the campaign. Officers’ election will be held soon with due notice to be given.
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Mlavmu
Noe
State Central Committee
Plant Supervisors Reassigned Within Company Chain
Miss Bertha Bernoldt formerly superintendent at the Reliance Manufacturing plant has transferred to the Bedford plant of the same company. The Bedford superintendent resignation and the broader plant leadership changes are noted in the report.
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Bertha Bernoldt
Reliance Manufacturing
Bedford
Prosperous Times Foresee Industrial Revival Globally
Washington reports a global industrial low has bottomed with experts predicting a revival by April 1. Over 6,000,000 workers in the United States and Europe face unemployment but forecasters expect full operation at factories, rising foreign trade, and renewed commercial activity. Textiles show increased orders and production is seen stabilizing prices.
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Newik Hand
South
Allies discuss German indemnity and Russian fate at Paris council
Allied leaders, including Lloyd George and Briand, met to hear military reports on Germany and the Rhine while debating a definitive indemnity and Wilsons demand to protect Russia. The conference opened amid concerns over reperations, trade, and the broader peace framework as police raided Vincennes causing multiple arrests.
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Germany
von the Rhine
Brittah
Russia
Wilson
Industria
Indiana primary repeal debate stirs party lines in senate hearing
At a public hearing on Indiana primary law repeal, lawmakers and observers note a split between government supporters and party factions. McCray backs reform but division shows Republicans and Democrats cautioning on party unity while women voters rise in prominence. Senate action anticipates amendments to broaden primary scope and curb wealth in campaigns amid ongoing legislative pressure.
Reliance Manufacturing to Reopen Plant with Expanded Staff
Reliance Manufacturing Company will reopen its Washington city plant on January 31 after a October closing. Former workers will be notified by mail. all are expected back within weeks, with total employment rising to about 200. New fire protection and heating upgrades were installed, increasing plant value and efficiency.
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Reliance Manufacturing Company
Chicago
Washington
Aptinklor
Ellance. Company
Ale City
Hattor News
Investigate Couple Death in Indiana Farm Fire
Kentland Indiana January 24 a joint investigation into the deaths of Willis D Davis and his wife began after their bodies were found amid ruins at their Morocco Trut farm. Authorities once held fire as accidental but now suspect murder as a skull was found in the house ruins. Neighbors testified at the grand jury hearing while son R N Davis, living on the same farm, was called in after a Chicago trip. No enemies or robbery evidence could be established amid the fire.
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A &Cond
Willis D. Davis
Heir Farm
Morocco
Trut
Siday
Rome
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Hearine
R. N. Davis
Nny Algoba
Chicago
Doubtful Passage of Packer Bill in Senate Debate
Washington D C Jan 24 The Kenyon Hendricks packer bill faces a doubtful passage after three hours of senate discussion. A late vote under the rule will end the debate at 7 o clock tonight. Supporters claim a 34 to 7 vote shows momentum, while opponents see it as uncertain.
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Washington, D. C
Kenyon-Hendricks
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