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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1923
Page
1
In Morocco a Spanish force of about 10 000 including three air squadrons moved against 7 000 Moors. The clash left forty five Spaniards dead and 110 wounded, with many hundreds of Moors killed. The Spaniards charged with fixed bayonets and received air support from bombs dropped from aircraft.
Fragmented text outlines Germany's reparations issue and allied reaction with scattered names and dates. It references cabinet deliberations, timelines, and possible annual payments amid political debate.
Washington June 6 Noble War edh Harding of Alladin Temple Marlon O played second fiddle to day as the Shrine hosts chose new officers Gussim McCandles Hono NOR W is ready to step out of his mature shoes to make room for Noble ourad lykeman Brooklyn deputy imperial potentate slated fetie ehick of five Clittont Ireland Reorla Loke veterans imperial Iurer guard Vn Hiperiat dive Mygtie Sheabe Irland won the place over three hee candidates Election arans Thaerie veara he will became fra her potable of the order by auc Celestony
A fragmentary report notes a legal case involving Mrs Creighton Ted Aga and others. The text references a trial date and mentions a detective or court action, with unclear details about charges or parties.
Greene County officials ordered the Tabber pad roller sold at public auction this afternoon. The sale is set for August at Filaaingor Brothers garage on Snaleridian Street. Commissioners plan to discuss a twenty foot bridge across the county line road forming the Madison and Haylor township boundary. The audience was asked to notify Greene County commissioners.
Five day heat wave in Springfield leads to a wreck as twenty-two freight cars derailed near the Boston and Albany line. A family house was crushed and investigators uncovered thirty-seven barrels and two hundred bottles of wine along with alcohol and mash in the easement. Prohibition officers and police seized the wire and other materials tied to the incident.
Chicago reports the first day of a severe June heat wave with extreme temperatures triggering heat prostrations. A man, driven by heat, was shot by police. four more individuals died from heat related causes as authorities investigate et al.
A Sunday morning collision occurred near the White River bridge on Washington road in Bicknell, Indiana. Two loaded trucks, the Federal driven by Robert Donaldson and a Marval delg en driven by Chiyde Lativ, collided on the approach to the bridge after one vehicle stalled. The impact crushed the Federals engine and damaged the other truck, sending one vehicle off the bridge. emergency services moved furnishings to Washington as repairs and a tow were arranged.
New York reports quotes a diverse group including Catholics and American rabbis opposing a twelve-hour day proposal. The commission cites welfare concerns and judges it indefensible, while industry leaders call for restraint. The event follows remarks by Judge Gary of US Steel, who argues the plan would harm the steel industry.
June report notes France considers extending wine import allowances under a broad latitude policy. Unclear specifics. authorities indicate decisions hinge on formal ministry guidance and potential adjustments to current quotas.
A garbled OCR note discusses drilling plans to reach 1900 feet near Ulnton, mentioning the Ford Bolten farm, Bolten school, and an involved project with crews and equipment. It references local people and places, but many parts are unreadable or corrupted. The passage hints at a high school building funding context and community interest.
Indianapolis June 6 The Indiana Electric corporation petitioned the Public Service Commission for authority to build transmission lines costing 3 500 000 from its plant on the Wabash river to Sullivan Clinton and Indianapolis The proposal outlines a major expansion to improve regional power delivery and reliability.
Committees organize for a county wide show to be staged Sept 27 28 and 29 at Eaatside bark. The event aims to outshine the old county fair with displays of livestock pottery farm products and other exhibits from every township. Local business leaders join in funding premium prizes and preparations begin for township preliminaries to educate residents about plans and solicit aid from communities.
An adjourned meeting approved a contract with a concrete construction firm for curbs and paving on Sorth Megidian and nearby streets. The deal sets curb costs at 7 cents per running foot and paving at 3.63 dollars per square yard, with completion by November 1 and bonds secured by Southern Surety.
Ruftgioi N Y reports a young woman’s body found in the Niagara River below the Falls yesterday. The missing Buf falon horetia month ago may be Sagia McGrearity of India Hapalis. Identification marks are insufficient and facial features allow only a tentative comparison with a photograph.
Chicago police hunted a slim fashionably dressed girl described as a one- piece suit wearer after she killed Richard Trexter, an insurance adjuster, and wounded his wife at their home. A young male companion was seen with her as authorities pursued leads across Chicago and nearby towns.
Fragmentary text describes a public scenario at Rockaway Beach involving attire bans and officials reacting to a scene. The readable portions reference policing actions, a starched formal setting, and restrictions on stockings and hats. Entities and concrete details are too garbled to identify exact names or dates.
The Minnesota Supreme Court blocked a district court injunction and ruled the election to fill a U S Senate seat is purely an administrative matter. The case challenged a special primary and the move involved Governor Treu and candidate Nelson in a conflict over resignation and eligibility.
Indianapolis returns report a prominent businessman, Jane f -Riehart, missing from his home after leaving his restaurant for a doctor's visit yesterday. A physician was summoned for his wife who teetered on collapse. Police fear a significant disappearance given his age and lack of travel plans.
Hue Wert Healy, son of Joseph Healy of Montgomery, shows considerable improvement after a serious injury from a wreck near Meads crossing east of the city last Friday. He suffered convulsions since noon and his condition has gradually improved though he cannot recall the accident details.
The Indiana Supreme Court ruled that possession of stills and liquor itself do not violate Indiana law under the Crabbs gaze doctrine. The decision, in a case appealed from Muncie, clarifies the state’s stance on illegal possession.
A class of sixteen graduates, ten girls and six boys, completes four years of high school at St Sinton. Commencement exercises tonight at 8 o clock in St Sion hall, under supervision of the faculty. Miss Dorothy O Neall leads in the class, to deliver the address. Pro gram includes orchestral selections by the girls and boys, with valedictory by Lawrence Stevens.
Rescue bringing out James Bertault Frank Maeberto and another miner completed at 10 05 p m in front of about 1500 people. The three men emerged in blankets unharmed after being trapped since Saturday afternoon. Relatives kept vigil while food was lowered to the cave in miners amid cautious optimism for a safe recovery.
In Valparaiso Indiana the trial of Harry Diamond for the murder of his wife and wounding his chauffeur proceeded in circuit court. Attorneys for both sides were allowed three hours for closing arguments after resting. Diamond’s counsel argued he suffered an epileptic fit at the time.
Pekin dispatches report bandits on the Korean border resumed aggression. Brigades and troops clashed with outlaws. six soldiers were killed and four score kidnapped. After dispersing the troops, outlaws abducted thirty laborers under soldier protection. the remaining workers fled to nearby towns.
Clayton mayor Linnell said there are 500 bootleggers for every federal officer along the Canadian border near Clayton New Jersey since repeal of prohibition enforcement. Officials in border towns noted smugglers operate at isolated sites while agents remain active despite the odds.
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