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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1915
Page
8
A fragmentary report claims a monster meteorite fell into the sea near the Chinese coast. Early witnesses described a bright globe and a loud explosion startling a nearby island, with the Mehthune tower narrowly missed.
A suit to impeach Martin County Commissioner Charles Pinnick was filed this morning by attorney Grover McCormick of Shoals. McCormick alleges intoxication and challenges the appointment of J. Marshall as county road engineer, claiming the law requires McCormick’s father, the county surveyor, to hold the post. A special judge, Flavion A. Seal, was named as venue moved.
Judge M. Farmer, Democrat, is reelected to the Illinois Supreme Court by a majority across 21 counties, restoring the court's balance with Republicans holding four seats and Democrats three. Warren of Marion elected to replace Albert Watson. Dunn, Cartwright, and other Republicans win districts.
Historical notes list Moham mid Mahumet and Thomas Paine with birth and death dates, Lincoln renomination, Monroe Doctrine mention, and other figures. Astronomical events note evening and morning stars Mercury Saturn Mars Jupiter Venus and Algol. Weather forecasts fair tonight and Wednesday. Estate transfers and property dealings follow. Standard clocks in Paris observatory are kept gently. noted.
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