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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1923

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Two yeggs hurt in nitro explosion on freight car

In Vincennes Indiana at 3 15 this morning two men believed to be yeggmen dropped nitroglycerine on the floor of a box car on freight train 46 near Oaktown. One man T G Keenan of New Orleans died at hospital. William Collins of Fort Wayne severely injured but expected to recover. An associated blast wrecked the car and scattered tools and weapons.

Iasiother L&e. I Vincennes Ind Une Oaktown Good Samantan Hospital T. G. Keenan New Orleans William Collins Ft. Wayne Keenan Dean Emnpey Collins

Two Ships on Reef Rescued Off Alekama Coast

Rescue by the US supply ship saved 135 men from two vessels wrecked by waves off the Alekama coastline. A mine sweeper and the supply ship were driven onto rocky beaches. the mine sweeper was destroyed while the other vessel signaled for aid.

Seattle Waeldim Lidden Smiles United States Coycima

Caterpillar Army Delays Albany Newport Train

Caterpillar army delayed the Albany Newport line by one hour and 26 minutes as insects more than an inch deep in tracks halted service. Trainmen could not run the line while the pests devastate the coast mountain region between Eddyville and Blodget near Edgeville. Mexico City has Sendo baseball leagues and ten first glass diamonds.

Albany Ore Albany-Newport Eddyville Blodget Albany-Newport Road Edgeville Mexico City First Glass

Third and Van Trees Second Busiest Corner Count

A crowd count shows Van Trees and East Third streets as the second busiest corner, with Main and East Third the busiest. Kutler Brothers of Chicago deployed counters to tally pedestrians for several hours, finding Main and East Third tops by thirty five more people than any other corner.

Main East Second East Fourth Kutler Brothers Chicago Gropers East Third Streets East Third van Trees

Missing Wisconsin State Senator Moran Sparks Disappearance Mystery

Wisconsin state senate halted tax revision actions as Moran vanishes from view. Reported absence on Tuesday leaves home and Midland locations checked. allies say foul play suspected while Skoogno announces on floor.

Moran Sen. Skoogno Mirtison Wise Sen Skoogno Senate Midian

Vincent Well on Walker Farm Drilling Plans Reported

The Vincent oil well on the Walker farm in southern Barr township was to be drilled today after a morning showing of oil. Definitive details could not be obtained due to telephone outages. Fourteen thousand species of moths and butterflies exist inBra a.

Vincent Walker Farm Barr Township Braa

Wall Street rocked by third brokerage house failure

New York June 3 Wall Street reels as Winkelman company joins Winkelman company and others in curb market collapse. Receiver appointed after creditors petition. Liabilities around 1 750 000 dollars assets about 1 500 000 dollars. Police sought to recover books and papers from brokerage offices to freeze broker fees.

Winkelman Company Reeetree Rae Hones Backes Jude Bondy United States Attortmey Asmass

Baron Togo Meets Russ Delegates in Tokyo Bonding Talks

In Tokyo on June 8 Tarron Teese, representing Japan, conferred with Soviet Russia’s delegates. The talks aimed to resume Russo Japanese trade talks and potential recognition of the Soviet government. Japan reportedly refused to grant diplomatic recognition during the meetings.

Baron Togo Tokio Tarron Teese Japarmese Varegen Russia Japan

Hospital Benefit Show At Elks Home Tonight

Kennedy Migs Treated Boston and Willey lead Tat Kajipa Seoroptty in a hospital benefit at the Elks home to raise money for the Daves County Hospital. Entertainment includes a dance and card game with a lunar prize and proceeds support the hospital fund.

Mek Will Kennedy Migs Tret Boston Mins of

Government has no plans to meet New York situation

June report notes officials denying any federal action plan to curb a border spillover and the public fear over a growing crisis. Treasury Secretary Mellon and Commissioner Haynes say no imminent changes and secrecy surrounds enforcement.

N. York Haynes Secretary of the Treasury Mellon Federal New York

Whisky Smuggling Surges Into New York After Prohibition Repeal

Report says 25,000 gallons of Canadian liquor have crossed into New York daily since Governor Smith repealed the prohibition law. A U S border boss cites 100,000 dollars worth entering daily as organized gangs operate from routes near Malone, Vermont border, and across the St Lawrence from Ontario.

A.P. Malone N. Y New York Albany Hill Vermont A Malone Stefawnee River Ontario

Flag Day Observed by Elks Lodge in Washington

The Elks Lodge will observe Flag Day on Thursday night June 8 at the lodge home. Attorney Trent Traylor is set to deliver the address, with Exalted Ruler Hastings leading a ritualistic program. The event honors the flag and promises a strong turnout with patriotic exercises and music.

Accordapee Wirthier Boedee of Elks Tks Bomar Br Tor Jieper Aie Oo Washington Lodge Elba Traylor O Washington EL Hastings Hastings iLeading iNnimhet Avion Rilis Goyal Karl Murdech Frank Me Gele Bondare Elka Rt Pascus Pool Dodge Tosal

Diamond to die in chair on October 12

Harry Diamond, convicted of murdering his wife by a circuit court jury, was brought before Judge Loring who set his execution for sunrise on October 12 in the electric chair at the state prison in Michigan City. He had no statement for the court.

Valparaiso Ind Harry Diamond Loring Michisasa’ City

Wage Increase Reports From Two Railroads

Philadelphia Rowing and the Wabashami railroads announce voluntary annual wage increases totaling 3835,000. The move aims to raise pay for workers across the lines and aligns with industry wage trends reported in Chicago.

Chicago

Democratic Editors Meet in Vincennes Indiana

Democrats from across Indiana gathered in Vincennes for the Indiana Democratic Editorial Association mid summer meeting. The program included tours of historic sites the Pantheon theater show The Covered Wagon with a Chicago orchestra, and a business session with talks on advertising and shop topics. Speakers listed include Senator Samuel M Abiston of Indiana Senator Thomas Tiefelin of Alabama and Congressman A E Greenwood.

Vincennes Ind Indiana Democratic Editorial Association Indiana Vinwee Gies Vincennies Che Ndtrots Lisbo Pantheon Theater Chicago Will. H. Hays Achicago Orchestra Samuel M. Abiston Senatar Thomas Tieflin Alabama A. E. Greenwood

Greenwood Garage Fire Destroys 24 Autos

About 24 automobiles were burned when a fire destroyed the Greenwood Transportation Company garage in Greenwood Indiana. The loss was estimated at 745,000 and the cause remained undetermined as Indianapolis fire crews aided the scene.

Greenwood Ind Greenwood Transportation Company Berg Indianapolis

County Refuses 64 Equitable Horse Thief Constables

The Ndew Constables district reports county commissioners rejected a petition from the equity horse thief association seeking 64 additional constables under the horse thief statute. Existing 21 constables received authority in March. county attorney Lindley cites limited powers and bonds for enforcement officers.

County Commissioners Equity Horse Thief Association John W. Lindley Cqunty Lindley

Cances Early Stage Cure Mentioned

A brief note suggests a condition called cances is easily treated if caught in its early stage. The text references medical guidance but lacks concrete details or names.

France demands Ruhr resistance cease after occupation

Paris demands immediate end to resistance to inter allied military control commissions in the Ruhr. Poincare will discuss reparations with allies and insist German policy of destruction and resistance must end before any settlement. Germany’s reparations offer may prompt US Britain talks and written guarantees.

Paris France Germany Poincare Gerkman Ruhr Washington United States Vna

Missing Indianapolis cafeteria owner found near Noblesville

Richard Stegemeier, wealthy Indianapolis cafeteria owner, had been missing since last Tuesday. He was located by his son near Noblesville in a dazed condition and said to have suffered no harm. Police were alerted after a woman near his location called. Stegemeier had been near a nervous collapse in the days preceding his disappearance.

Indianapolis Richard Stegemeier Noblesville Stegemeier

Pledges Redeemed for Leonard Range Co Factory Drive

Pledges to the Leonard Range Company are being redeemed promptly as two fifths of pledged stock have been paid. Vice President Berry reports early payments under the Business Men's Association contract. Construction plans proceed with site purchase near the Hincher plant, surveyors at work, and road work set to begin next week for factory access.

Leonard Range ‘Co Berry Washington Water, Light and Power Company Business Men's Association Wilson Hells Bi .O Stoat Highway

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