06 Jun 1911
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1911
Page
1
Delegates gather for the Epworth League opening in Coon this afternoon. The Virgeneous district event features prayers, reports, sermons, and student leadership addresses with officers named for the session.
A string of fire damage suits in Tunnelton resulted in judgments for plaintiffs. Susan A. Wilcox administratrix was awarded 19610 for Asher S. Wilcox estate. RN Dixon and Tunnelton Christian church trustees received 1046. Other cases include a store destruction judgment of 6000. Sparks from B and O Southwestern engine cited as cause.
An elderly widow died Friday at her Poplar Street home leaving her entire estate to two grandchildren Helen Stafford and Norvin Stafford of Petersburg. She named no executor, believing none needed, with the will dated September 19 1910 and witnessed by William P Ellis and James Shigley.
In Loogootee this morning at St John’s parish residence, Miss Cora War Coner and Frank Kays joined in the ceremony led by Rev. Joseph F. Gordon. The bride, daughter of Mrs. Anna Whggoner, is linked to the Big Three Grocery Co. at Loogootee. Attendants included Miss Marie Wolnmian of Washington and Ottla Gootee of Lougoore. Infant Dies. Franklin B., infant son of Mrs. Dan Yeager of Walni Street, died Monday.
The Indianapolis Sun reports post office officials have ordered stricter controls at the general delivery window after abuse from multiple aliases and female workers receiving mail for others. The postmaster aims to curb “love letters” and underage access, with one name per person and ID checks to reduce misdelivery and confusion.
Fragmentary report describes a death linked to self harm during an incident involving a sinking seeker and a rescuer. The readable text mentions Biwelak, Guarg, and a youth figure, with chaotic sequence of blows and injuries reported in a troubled scene.
Fragmented text shows Democratic leaders blaming farmers for detente stance while regular Republican candidates win in Portland and elsewhere. Mentions Taft era judicial appointments, Green leading Cleveland opposition, and fluctuating majorities with vote tallies around 1000.
An urban report notes upheaval of brick streets in Washington due to extreme heat. Improper repair methods cracked joints and prevented brick expansion. workers filled gaps with concrete or sand, causing damage to pavement.
The 1912 era resolutions praise party leaders Henry A. Wadsworth and Harry Francis, recount contributions of editors and publishers, and endorse Governor Marshall. They commit to Democratic national success, supporting Marshall for president and urging Indiana ratification of reciprocal treaties and tariff reductions. The resolutions committee includes B. F. Loutham, Ben F. McKee, and S. S. Bord.
Mr. Everhart was working in his field Monday afternoon when he was struck by lightning and killed. Mrs. Sibitefeld and family note his death as sudden. funeral planned for Wednesday afternoon.
The report notes a dispute among passenger carpenters over a ten hour workday. Negotiations stalled as crews push for reduced hours and a safer, organized schedule.
A Sunday storm struck Burge County causing the Hurd house two story Framish building to collapse. Several houses and cattle were killed and farm equipment, paraphernalia, and crops were damaged across the area. No fatalities are confirmed, but property loss appears extensive.
A chaotic confrontation near Caruthersville Missouri left one man dead and another wounded as crowd conflict erupted during a local event. Reports describe injured individuals and a broader scene amid discussions at a Water Works convention in Rochester.
Chongton June 6—American Ambassador reports Emperor William will reward Representative Richard Bartholdt of Missouri as a most acceptable messenger to the United States on the transfer to Germany of the replies of the State to Garay von Steuben recently unveiled in this city. The dispatch notes American patriotism and cautious public sentiment in Europe to avoid bias against Americans sent with dated letters to merchants.
John Terry the Greek wrestler, who served in Vincennes for about two years, has moved to Washington and today opened a five cent shoe shining and hat cleaning shop in the basement of the Meredith hotel.
Unclear OCR text shows Hamlin submitting a bill to the Missouri House with mentions of the United States and party actions. Details are fragmented and dates or names are partially unreadable.
Alaska residents face widespread fraud allegations tied to coal interests and public contracts. Officials including Commissioner Lennett and public service leaders are cited as parts of disputed decisions and legal actions. The turmoil spreads from local hearings to federal oversight as investigations unfold.
An amusement page reviews a vaudeville program with melodrama and comedy sketches. An undertaker scene and two photoplay comedies entertain as audiences applaud, while Edison Hunts and Between Two Fires are noted as featured films.
Community organizers led by Harry Sheron Frank Blackwell and Len Kiefer plan a new local baseball club in Washington. They seek city park access and aim to field a 30 team setup inviting participation from residents and local supporters.
A garbled collection of notes covers community events, obituaries, meetings, and local chatter. Contains a funeral service for Mrs. Anna M. Sheid, a county official purchase, and various small-town mentions including a June 11 ball game and lodge activities.
A storm in Madisonville, a suburb of Cincinnati, allegedly drove George MacHatton, a clerk, to kill himself. Hatton reportedly moved to the suburban village after years of unclear circumstances, and, after a storm struck, killed himself.
A garbled OCR text discusses anti coercion protests with scattered phrases about parties, persons and actions. It mentions Washington DC figures and a legal tone but is largely incomplete with many unreadable words. The readable parts reference commitments, rhetoric, and potential public actions amid confusion.
An afternoon meeting discussed candidates for a mayoral election and related licenses. Officials referenced Patrick Ta Ban Farle and Mr Gordon as part of the proceedings while noting the commission plans to announce results tonight in Wir.
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