14 Jul 1914
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1914
Page
1
A harsh storm tore through the area causing widespread destruction. Many dwellings lost roofs and suffered structural damage, with several residences left exposed and uninhabitable. Emergency crews evaluate safety and live power lines amid ongoing clean up.
Damaging winds and heavy rain struck Washington and surrounding areas, with Sandy Hook and Glendale in hard hit zones. Barns unroofed, houses damaged, windows broken, and a coal shed destroyed. injuries to two men, William Skeel and a man named McCoy, plus extensive property losses across Harrison and Steele townships.
The Navy Department plans a swift buildup to secure American interests in Haiti and Santo Domingo. Secretary Bryan directed preparations to deploy ships from Vera Cruz to Guantanamo with 295 marines, plus 400 more to follow, assembling forces ready for emergency action and protection of citizens and property.
Chicago July 44 representatives of 80000 railroad workers on the west’s trunk lines demonstrated today that a strike could become a fact unless employees demands are met. The men threatened to strike after meetings with general managers unless the railroads publish their requests or seek government mediation. The union men warned this would be the greatest railroad strike in history.
July 14. Mrs. Ethel Schofield, 20, wife of George Sheffield and a tenor in the Oat Park Presbyterian church choir, killed herself by saturating her clothing with a flammable liquid and setting herself ablaze at 11 a.m. in her home, 4854 Bacon Street. She died at 11:30 a.m. The coroner was notified by the undertaker. police knew nothing of the occurrence until then. The coroner will investigate.
Pittsburg July 14 An imminent threat of further action followed the company discharge of about 1,400 workers who marched back to their jobs. A crowd gathered near the plants and trouble erupted as an automobile accident near the scene killed a man and injured his mother with fractures to both legs.
Washington reports signals of improving business condition as antitrust legislation faces ongoing debate. President's aides note industry leaders, including Raphael Hersham of Detroit and Joseph G. Branchl of Chicago, urge prompt action across Congress. Meanwhile local notices recount a parade of unrelated incidents from Wilmington to Philadelphia, highlighting pardons, accidents, and political commentary.
Federal probe into Westchester actions faulted stockholder transactions as wasteful and mismanaged. The Commerce Commission cited expensive, unnecessary steps and improper governance, confirming losses potentially exceeding several tens of millions. Officials demanded full record disclosure and corrective action by the department.
Four railroad companies faced indictments filed in the District Court. The actions involve alleged wrongdoing connected with the Central Pennsylvania Delaware Lackawanna West area pathway. The indictments name the four railroads and reference related financial or operational misconduct within the specified jurisdiction.
A fragmented report notes convicts in a Target facility tied to a theft or fraud case. Details are sparse but officials indicate ongoing investigations and security checks following the incident. Local authorities have not released the suspects’ names or charges.
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