Tragedy at Wheatland as man struck by train
George Boultinghouse, 66, longtime Wheatland resident, was fatally struck by Baltimore and Ohio passenger train number 2 near Standard Coal company at Wheatland. The train did not pass over him. his body lay off the right of way after the collision as he attempted to cross the tracks. He leaves a wife who died four years ago and two daughters and a son, Mrs. Opal of Wheatland and Ben Boultinghouse among others. The incident occurred about 1 24 this afternoon as the train, travelling on schedule, passed through Knox County.
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Two Bodies Recovered in Roane County Mine Disaster
Rescuers recovered two bodies from a Roane County mine while others remained trapped after an explosion and fire. Rescue efforts had been halted by continuing flames near the mine entrance, and earlier teams had abandoned attempts due to the blaze.
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Professor Ousted as Students Protest Evolution Lesson
Pittsburgh Kansas July 24 students at Kansas State Teachers College threatened revolt after Prof Scott an evolutionist was removed from his class by President Brandenburg. Scott said the president warned students they might not receive degrees if they studied evolution.
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Bert Bard and wife arrested over forged check case
Bert Bard and his wife were arrested by Captain Walter Sullivan in Washington and returned to Petersburg after a $3 check was raised to $13 and cashed. Detective work linked them to a magazine subscription scheme with two other carnival suspects. Richardson remained sought. The trio, connected to Dodson World's Fair shows, face charges of urging a check with tampered funds and will be tried in Petersburg.
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Resignation Accepted at State Bank Washington
The board of directors held a special meeting this afternoon and accepted the resignation of Cyshier C rey, cashier, after a tenure of years during which he won many friends. The family will remain in the city, though he will work out of town for a Jesman with the house of Vincennes, and friends predict success in his new branch work. An announcement of the successor will follow.
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Oil Well Gaither Might Yield 200 Barrels Daily
About 200 people witnessed the Gaither oil well near the Frank Brier farm fire yesterday. Drillers report a shallow casing burst but quickly resealed with no serious damage. They expect around 150 to 200 barrels daily once cleaned, with water intrusion controlled. Owners Sargent Fred Haruman and J W Willson have a second rig ready to drill on Singleton farm today.
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Local Girl To Have Chance In The Movies
A Washington Democrat promotion invites a Waon area woman to audition for a film titled A Day in Hollywood. A Hollywood director and crew will supervise studio scenes at a temporary local facility with professional lighting. The leading role offers no obligations, using a filled coupon for the selection, with full details to come in tomorrow’s edition.
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General Cut Predicted in Interurban Rates
The report predicts a broad reduction in interurban rates following competition changes. Officials spoke of a post-competition environment where pricing pressures would lower costs across the board.
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Wisconsin pastor acquitted of charge in Presbyterian case
A Wisconsin pastor tied to a Presbyterian church was acquitted after a trial that centered on unnamed allegations. The court discharged the defendant, who faced accusations related to church matters and local community concerns.
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Coolidge Stresses Separation of Church and State on Evolution
Coolidge reiterates support for Constitutional separation of church and state while steering clear of the evolution debate. He argues that the question stems from religious opinion and vows to avoid entanglement with federal policy as he pursues prudent, measured handling of the issue.
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Cunningham Case in Jury's Hands Seeks Verdict
Crowns Pennant Ind July 24 Mrs Anna Cunningham stands trial for the murder of her son. The case is in the hands of the jury at 12:10 p.m. with a verdict expected shortly.
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Democrat Sponsors Nickel Carnival for Washington Kids
The Democrat party, via Mr. Guy Dodson, invites local children to a Saturday afternoon carnival at the Odson brothers' World’s Fair shows. From 1 to 5 pm, all activities cost five cents, with rides like the ferris wheel available for nickels. The event aims to attract youngsters and ensure a fun, affordable celebration with safe exit arrangements.
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Boy's Leg Broken In Farm Accident
Franks Smith aged 16 son of Mr and Mrs Harry Smith of the northeast township sustained a broken leg in a farm mishap. He was treated locally and is expected to recover.
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DRY SHAKE UP AIMS TO AVERT SCANDAL IN PROHIBITION
Washington July 24 The prohibition board of strategy met with assistant Secretary of the Treasury Andrews to plan the organization of the new dry forces and appoint directors for the 22 enforcement units. Representative John Hill accused the HoR wet bloc of staging a cleanout to avoid a national scandal by dismissing all dry agents after August 1 and starting over. He blamed Haynes administration for failure to enforce the Volstead act.
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Boy Falls From Loft Suffering Fractured Leg
The four year old son of Lester Price near Montgomery fell through a hole into a hay loft this morning about 7 o clock and fractured his right leg above the knee. He was taken to Dr Lett at Montgomery then to Washington to Drs Wadsworth and Duncan. A forehead cut required ten stitches.
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Europe becoming an armed camp in war preparations
London dispatch notes rising global armament as nations preoccupy with war readiness. figures from Geneva show 6,15,144 troops across 59 nations, with air power budgets and fleet buildups shaping the coming conflict. statements from Worthington-Evans Mussolini and others outline intensified militarization and fear of a future war.
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Russell Scott Granted Second Reprieve by Governor
Chicago July 24 Russell Scott said he did not deserve execution and that supporters sought delay to prove his innocence He described fear and isolation before the latest reprieve and reflected on capital punishment as the hour of execution neared He insisted he is innocent and not insane as his case continues.
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Verandas Collapse Hurts Hundreds at Melbourne Theater
A veranda collapse outside a Melbourne motion picture theater sent hundreds of spectators, mainly women, scrambling for safety. About a hundred people were injured with several believed fatally hurt as sailors from the Pacific fleet aided victims after the debris fell onto the crowd.
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Officers Seize 145 Gallons of Booze in Vincennes Capture
Vincennes police arrested 20 year old Bo Kelsey of Indianapolis after stopping his Packard car. Officers found 145 gallons of liquor in the vehicle. Kelsey, arrested at 1 am, was turned over to federal agents who had been pursuing the car, which bore a street address in Indianapolis and a different plate.
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