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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1923

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Train Wreck Near Durand Leaves Several Dead and Injured

A late 19th or early 20th century report from Durand Michigan details a deadly train collision involving a 30 mile distant line, with multiple fatalities and ten seriously injured. Emergency crews rushed to the scene by automobile to transfer the wounded to local hospitals as authorities continued investigations into the cause and scope of the crash.

Durand Unity Masereth Knights Templar Carleyeegrow Flint Aitomailhs

White Sent Up for Murder in Mt Vettets Case

The text reports Boyd White, an older resident, being arraigned on murder charges linked to a death in Beton Sehaginls. Witnesses place White near the scene, with details of the alleged crime and subsequent investigations. Proceedings include defense assertions and questions about motive and opportunity.

Mt Vettets Boyd White Beton Sehaginls

Deaths Letha Rodarmel and Lessa Raymann

Two local deaths reported in Daviess County. Letha Rodarmel widow of Charles Rodarmel, 72, died Monday after a third stroke. funeral in Veale township and burial at adjoining cemetery after arrival in North Vernon. Lessa Raymann of Grand Avenue died at Daviess County Hospital from acute appendicitis complications after surgery. she was 28, survived by husband Charles and three children. memorial affiliations include the Ladies Auxiliary of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Shoon’s Catholic Church.

Rodarmel Letha Rodarmel Charles Rodermel Ualvn Daviess County North Vernon Mt. Olive Church Veale Township Mol‘ie Southerland Jerry Goodwin Knox County North, Vernon Lessa Raymann Hatty Raymann Grand Avenue Daviess County Hospital Raymann Charles Joseph Sure Ancient Order of Hiberniany Shoon's Catholic Church

Harding Sees Shrine Parade Through Downbeat Heat

President Harding watched a Shrine parade from the White House reviewing stand as reps from temples nationwide marched past. The heat forced many Shriner marchers to seek care, with Red Cross and hospital ambulances attending thirty, and eight treated in drug stores along the route on Pennsylvania Avenue.

Washington Waprany Cates Ivan Siiting Usperial Council White House Mia Pennsylvania Wyenue Red Cross Hospital

Indians Perform for Prizefight Tickets Hearing for Prosser claim

The county board hears Earl Prosser's 3360 injury claim after a road drag accident on February 23 near West Washington. Prosser, unable to work since, seeks 14.20 weekly for 200 weeks. Prior items note a tropical globe fish swims on its back and Andrew Jackson's robbery.

Earl Prosser Board of County Commissioners Alvin Padgeth Prosser Oma Road West Washington

Poor Clover Crop To Cause Shortage

Mr Verio notes a poor clover crop will create a shortage. Irregular weather delayed planting and harvest, with a late crop expected. Farmers report reduced yields and uncertain prices as the season progresses.

Verio

Matron Removed from Girls' Industrial School

A historic clipping notes the removal of Mrs. Mac Lin Ward from her role as matron of the Ohio Girls Industrial School at Beware. The report hints at transitions and a new appointee, with terse mentions of state welfare and administration changes amid ongoing governance.

Columbia Juni Mac Lin Ward Ohio Girls” Industrial School Beware

McMullen Hurled From Locomotive Fiferful Bridge Wreck

McMullen, a Baltimore & Ohio worker living at 1208 West Walnut street, leaped from a derailed locomotive at Vincennes on Monday evening. He suffered a compound fracture of the right leg and severe lacerations after an 20 foot fall from the cab, as the engine toppled toward the river. He was rushed to hospital in a semi conscious condition with his family at his side. doctors expect a week or more before he can resume work.

H. ¥. McMullen Baltimore Uving West Waleut Street Walgeh River Vincientes Vernon Lusting Wawhinecon Silhe Lawrentr Ncil Vincennes Nba Cole McMullen Molynxo Mhira NcMullen

Pressure Tank Explodes in Oaktown Garage

In Oaktown a pressure tank in a garage burst as it released 140 pounds per square inch when a worker turned a valve. The steel roof was blown off and debris scattered, creating a crater about ten inches deep. No injuries were reported, though the incident shocked nearby residents.

Oaktown The Duncan Bnd Mr. Bunean Sterday

Socialist Leaders Arrested in Japan

Tokyo reports the arrest of socialist leaders by government authorities amid a plot to communize Japan. The cabinet was in session considering resumption of negotiations toward an agreement with the Soviet Union. An unrelated line notes the average rural school is a new idea in the year.

Tokio Japan

unclear OCR fragment from school bar records prompts

Fragmentary text references CLAS Sacre School bars and Oklahoma agriculture. Mentions presidency, student protection, and guard artists. many garbled terms obscure facts and locations. No clear events or names emerge due to damage.

Miners Safe But Rescue Feared After Cave-In

A cave-in at a North Side mine traps three miners as rescuers rush to clear tons of rubble. Dusty air and limited openings heighten danger while families wait, hoping air and water supplies hold until a 2-inch rescue hole can reach the entombed men.

Ihia Pia Angi Joe Bernardi Bertil Prigyk Perral Clode Haing Wall

Funeral for veteran William Coleman with horse drawn hearse

The funeral of William Coleman, a white river resident and veteran, was held from the depot and his body was taken to the cemetery in a horse drawn hearse. He preferred horses over automobiles and wished this arrangement before his death.

Heiepsitare Wiliam Coleman Hite Colehian Ett

Power rates cut for Princeton announced

Consumers Power company announced a substantial rate reduction effective May 1. The new price ranges from 2 to 34 cents per kilowatt hour for high usage customers, with a 3 percent rate up to 1 000 kilowatt hours. Old rates were higher and unchanged lighting rates were not announced.

Princeton Consumers Power Company Chis

Rush Rum to New York City Ahead of Federal Agents

Montreal dispatch reports American bootleggers rushing shipments toward the New York border ahead of federal enforcement. In Washington, June 4, officials plan to move federal agents to the Canadian border as the state’s repeal of the dry law prompts rapid border activity and a push to curb smuggling before conditions worsen. Secretary Mellon will meet with Internal Revenue officials to discuss rapid action.

New York City Montreal Can New York Fedral Washington York State Run Manning Horder Secretary of the Treasury Mellon Commissioners of Internal Revenue Blais Caminisssioner Haynes

Fatty Arbuckle Stages Comeback in Chicago Cabaret

Chicago June 5 Natty Arbuckle returned to public life after a long absence since the 1921 San Francisco Labor Day tragedy. A crowd of about 2,004 packed a Chicago cabaret as Fatty performed in a slapstick routine and revived his stage allure amid cheers and applause from patrons in the Gold Coast area.

Chicago Natty” Arbuckle Gold Coast Sirst Fatty Sanrancisco Virginia Rapp Patty Arbuckle

Selectinga Research Building Groundbreaking at 711 Bast Main

Ground is broken for a large fire proof building for We Byans at 711 Bast Main street. The structure will be EXT feet with basement, brick concrete and steel. John Kreiz quotes the cost, while Mr Evans will clear space for an office and mechanical research to develop patents. The building sits back from Main street with a park planned between street and structure.

We. Byans Bast Main Street Badia John Kreiz Evans

Finger Print Key Clue In Theater Burglary

Police investigate a theater burglary as fingerprint evidence stands as the sole lead. They question theater employees and consider whether inside information guided the break‑in and the night watchman’s movements.

Lyria

Bouts Re Confined Memoir Report Sparks Probe Incident

Madison reports confirm drinking bouts among lawmakers and state officials. Thomas Ales of the Anti-Saloon League testified before the committee of one hundred. The committee says it needs more time for further investigation before releasing a fuller report.

Madison, Wise Thomas’ales Anti-Sdloon League Gales One Hundred

Cardinal Murdered Triggers Religious War Fears

Mastrid Spain reports a high tension after the assassination of Cardinal Bob bylia. Authorities brace for unrest across major cities as search for the killer continues. Rioting is noted in Barcelona amid shock in the church, with the premier churchman of Spain slain during an ambush.

Mastrid Spain Bobbylia Barcelona Oalo Aguapaing Aurone Bila iAgo jWera

Sunday in Aliceville Sparks Wild Town Life

Eyewitness report from Aliceville recalls a turbulent night with loud arguing couples, a near hanging thwarted by police, and persistent traffic and noise. The scene centers on a man denied access to his child and a dangerous incident near the Hotel Plemving. Police and emergency crews responded as residents described a chaotic, restless evening.

Ricknett Ind Ube Aliceville Kara Amma Sithis Nevins Beith Ray Sabi Ragsdale

Loophole allows liquor aboard ships under medical permits

Washington reports a treasury driven loophole allows foreign ships to obtain permits to carry liquor within the three mile limit if doctors claim medical necessity. Officials warn the rule could undermine prohibition enforcement and risk protests from seven nations while London withholds a stance on the US Supreme Court ruling.

Washington Veespla Public Health Service Treasury Department Supreme Department Supreme Court Aupreme Court

Indianapolis dealers raise prices by five cents a hundred

Indianapolis June 5 news reports a general five cent per hundred weight increase in wholesale prices announced by dealers. Retail prices rise to 365 cents due to higher labor and material costs, with dealers denying any link to yesterday's Indiana heat wave.

Indianapolis Indiana

Sixteen Die as Italian Cyclone Strikes, Officials Report

Cyclone in Italy leaves sixteen dead and widespread damage. Officials report two deputies missing and extensive losses, with damages totalling about 17 million dollars. Emergency assessments indicate severe regional impact and urgent relief measures underway.

High School Girl Dies by Own Hand Over Hair Bobbing

Reading from Chicago on June 5, Ruth Horbbaker a high school girl died by inhaling gas after relatives said her parents would not permit her to bob her hair. Albert R Hornbaker father told the coroner and Dr Walt. Witnesses recalled she longed for a bobbed hairstyle and felt unable to endure taunts from classmates. The coroner heard from Dr Chester Moe that attempts at revival were made but unsuccessful. The case points to social pressures and youth aging in a rigid era.

Chicago Ruth Horbbaker Albert R. Hornbaker Walt Chester Moe Mids Hopnba Jonny

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