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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1925
Page
1
Police report a deadly holiday incident in Boston where 43 people, members of a nocturnal group, died in a fire and stampede caused by fireworks and a building collapse. Fourteen others were injured as investigators search for the causes and exact circumstances.
Indianapolis July 6 Morton Hawkins head of Hawkins Mortgage Co Portland Ind was sentenced to fifteen years in the federal penitentiary at Atlanta Ga and fined 10000 by Judge Baltsell in federal court Attorneys for Hawkins filed a motion for a new trial which was overruled The defense then moved for arrest of judgment as a step toward appeal to the United States circuit court of appeals at Chicago
A July fourth mishap left a man with eye injuries after a firecracker struck him. The eye swelled and damage to the eyeball was reported. At present the prognosis is uncertain and vision remains impaired.
Penny Company announces expansion with new stores led by manager S. S. Scott. The plan includes openings in Rhode Island Vermont and Florida and will bring J C Penney into several locales as operations commence.
A meeting to select an election panel was discussed with defense attorneys indicating the case should be moved to federal court. The dialogue suggested shifting authority and referenced the potential to advance the matter in federal proceedings.
Damaged bridge caused delays as short circuiting halted rail traffic. Unclear details describe Army workers rerouting through nearby lines while repairs proceed near New York.
Continued light runs and broad demand push hog prices higher. A July market report shows top quotations advancing 25 cents to 19.75 per hundredweight, marking a yearly peak amid steady rise since early July.
A remarkable business era notes a long standing clearance event. The announcement signals ongoing stock reduction, attracting diverse patrons and broad community interest.
Severe electrical storm Sunday morning damaged the home of Joe Brown at 300 West Van Tree Street. A brick fragment shattered a screened window at the Kehoe home, but no injuries occurred. The Brown chimney was toppled and soot littered the area as wires and telephones were damaged. The storm, one of Washington’s strongest on record, followed by heavy rain along the Edwardsport road and flooded fields near Elnora.
Francis M. Walker 65 died Sunday at county hospital after a brief illness due to heart leakage. Born in Day County March 1860, son of Johnna Ned Walker, he had lived in Arlington for years. Survived by a brother, Wil, with services planned Tuesday at 9 am at S School, burial at John's Cemetery. He was prepared at Keller Williams Mortuary and taken to McEvilly Home on East First.
Carmi local track hosts annual Fourth of July races amid strong competition with several horses winning prize money. Illinois horses dominate multiple divisions as crowds watch local thoroughbreds compete for top payouts.
Seven bandits escaped from a Cincinnati dig site with $20,000 in cash. Espas Q. reports July 6. Police investigate the heist and seek suspects connected to the robbery.
Mayor McCarty announced Webber was acquitted in the State of Indiana vs Russell Webber after evidence failed to sustain the charges. Farris claimed Webber provoked him on June 12. Earle Thor Thompson served as attorney in this local hearing.
Readable text mentions currency issues on June 30 and conduct by banks, but most details are missing leaving an incomplete report.
A partially legible 165 check for 83 465 32 links farmer Frye and Hope in Indiana. The document, connected to dividends, is believed to be a clue in a local mystery about money and a possible payoff, with both parties alleged to waive claims. The note remains unsettled as investigators weigh the evidence.
In Gé ry Indiana on July 6 two people died in separate crashes involving traction cars. The incidents occurred within hours of each other, authorities said, aided by initial investigations and witness accounts. John Vanniew provided the report from the scene.
July 6 report says American Marines killed the leader of a mob in Shanghai and freed a police officer. Strike leaders in Shanghai allegedly used violence and mob tactics. Six tramway workers were held, tied by hands, flogged, and later released.
Vincennes Indiana July 6 Twenty row pinkbale P. W. Lenehan farm one mile north of Decker Knox as ysreeote y ibree and one sore tnd tote.
London reports a housing emergency as about three thousand homeless people seek shelter during a July heat spell. Authorities scramble for temporary housing and services while weather strains resources.
Manteles in Gogata, Colombia, recounts a devastating city fire that raged from Friday night. Fifty charred bodies recovered, forty thousand people affected as a rainstorm helped extinguish the blaze.
Henry McCauley, veteran of the Civil War, died at his Alfordsville road home in Barr township after a two week illness. Born in Knox County, he lived here all his life, married Eleanor Patterson years ago, and fathered ten children, seven surviving. A farmer, he joined Company F, 22nd Indiana Infantry at nineteen and served with Sherman for two years. He was a devout member of Martin's church of Whitfield. Surviving: wife, seven children Joe and Alb of Terre Haute, Mrs Mary Mount Vincennes, Louis and Leon of this city, Agnes at home, Sister Germat and Sister Deloris of St Mary of the Woods, a brother Charley of Knox County, a granddaughter Aloise of St Mary of the Woods. Funeral held this morning at St Martin's Whitfield with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Mrs Clara Allegra wife of W Allegra of the Troy road died Sunday morning at age thirty seven after a three week illness of complications. Funeral was held this afternoon at Pleasant Hill church at 2 o clock with burial in Bethe cemetery. She was born in this county to James and Eliza Bush and married George Allegra in November 1909 producing three children Robert Nelie and George. Surviving besides her husband are two brothers Henry Harley Bush and two sisters Mrs Ora Southerland of Ohio and Mrs Van Winkle.
Shoals Indiana July 6 a bold safe cracking attempt at a store failed when would be thieves daylighted the entrance and knocked off a safe knob. They moved the loaded safe to a car and carried it toward Sulphur Creek before dumping it after inspection. Two men were seen leaving town in two cars.
George H. Gilpatrick longtime Odon businessman and president of Odon Drug died after an operation at Olney Sanitarium. He buried at Walnut Hill Cemetery after funeral services at Odon Christian church. He led a large drug store, joined Boy Scouts and Knights Templar, and survived by a sister and other relatives.
In Noblesville Indiana on July 6 former Ku Klux Klan grand dragon D C Stephenson must stand trial for the murder of Miss Madge Qberhaltzer. Judge Hines ruled the state may choose the order of trial for Stephenson and co defendants Earl Klenck and Earl Gentry as a court battle persisted. Prosecutor Remy argued Stephenson should be tried first, while defense counsel protested the motion.
The June weather report records eleven rainy days in Washington with heavy heat on two days reaching 99.4 degrees and a 53 degree minimum on the 26th. Total precipitation totals 5.75 inches, with 1.9 inches falling on the last day lining the month. Thunder occurred on the 17th, 27th, and another storm day. The mean high was 77.1 degrees, with the mean low and other figures noted.
Several valuable farm animals died in recent electrical storms across the territory. John Wilson lost two horses at his Eb mora area farm when the barn was struck by lightning. Albert Foswete, near Scotland, also reported losses two miles from Scotland, with further details unclear due to damaged text.
Mrs Martha McCord died Sunday at 9 pm at her home in Washington township. She leaves husband Henry M McCord and six children Edna among survivors. Pneumonia caused death after ten days illness. Funeral Tuesday at 9 am Free Methodist church with burial in Martin county. Born in Daviess county to Val and Mrs Hagar.
Two cars collided on State Highway No 5 near Gootee around 8 30 as one vehicle approached a pause. Drivers said both cars were moving at moderate speed and no serious injuries were reported.
Vincennes Indiana July 6 Mrs B Dunlap a colored Chicago resident leaped from a speeding southbound train No 93 just north of Carlisle. Passengers reported nervous behavior earlier. The train slowed and she was found with injuries but no broken bones. Dr Pirtle Carlisle hospital physician deemed shock likely cause. She held a ticket to Evansville.
Report notes a figure named Abibon imae Sanne Abdet Krim is seen as confirmation of his selection as the new leader in Morocco. The wording suggests a formal designation and a pledge for Morocco to carry on external duties under his guidance.
Rome July 6 A strong earthquake struck an Italian town causing ceilings to collapse and walls to crack damaging homes and disrupting daily life. Local authorities assessed injuries and ongoing aftershocks were reported as residents sought safety and aid.
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