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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1925

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Typhoid Link In Oyster Banquet Case In Chicago

In Chicago on June 12 attorneys for William D Shepherd argued Billie McClusky died of typhoid fever contracted from raw oysters. Dr Stolp testified McClusky ate oysters two weeks before illness and typhoid can show in that window. Shepherd contends illness came from an oyster banquet with his sweetheart Belle Pope. physician called State's witness noted typhoid suspected only in late stages.

Chicago William D. Sepherd Billie McCl K Pr. Ee Stolp Billie Bilie Pherd

Court affirms Moore conviction and orders further hearing

The Daviess county case involving Moore for assault and battery was affirmed by the supreme court. Moore was fined ten dollars and sentenced to five months at the state penal farm for attacking an itinerant preacher at a meeting near Martin county. Supreme Court denied rehearing and Moore remains jailed at Shoals with a private hearing scheduled. trial to continue after penal sentence.

Eilistm Daviess Coure Ped Raeong Supreme Moore State Penal Farm O Ne Martin County Supreme Court Shoals Ga Ae Squire McCordin Hoals

Fire destroys lumber plant at Roachdale

Fire at the American Veneer and Lumber company veneering mill in Roachdale Indiana June 12 caused about 75000 in damage. A small chemical unit aided firefighters in confining the blaze to the mill and officials could not determine a cause. About fifty workers were left jobless by the blaze.

Roachdale Ind American Veneer and Lumber Company Vel

Community building work advances with early excavation

Klingon and Dillin, contractors for Waslin's new community building and gymnasium, report progress as excavation starts this Tuesday. The Washington Public Utilities Administration meeting will be held next Tuesday at 1:30 PM in city hall to approve permanent by laws and officers. All signers of the financial guarantee list are invited.

Klingon & Dillin Waslin Excape Vicor Washington Public Thietle - Ration, Inc Poe

Explosion Aboard Yacht Crystal Kills One Passenger

An explosion and fire crippled the yacht Crystal after a guest reportedly carelessly used a burning cigarette near the gasoline supply in the hatch. One person died and others were injured as the blaze spread aboard the vessel.

Pasole

Death of Mrs Les Parker in India Ends Missionary Era

News from India reports the death of Mrs Les Parker at Hardor, India. Widow of the late Bishop wrk Parker, she was the oldest missionary of the Methodist church and the last surviving member of the eight founders of the Women's Foreign Missionary Society. Miss Laura Wright of this city, a returned missionary, knows Parker from her time stationed there before returning to the United States in April 1924.

Ie Ariving New York Les Lak Parker Hardor India Wrk Parker Methodist Church

Farm accident near Seleerdeport teeters into horse and mule rescue

A wrecking team aided by an automotive wrecker rescued a horse and mule that fell into a farm well at Tom Painter farm near Seleerdeport yesterday. The animals were driven out after the mishap caused by tangled weeds and a collapsed well rim.

Tell Tom Painter Seleerdeport Ray Bagks

Foreign Powers Send Warning Note To China

Pexim China June 12 with a general strike in progress at Hankow after eight deaths in rioting and civil war. The latest scene of Chinese outbursts reports students and others in a riot against the Japs. San Francisco dispatches detail the turmoil and international reaction.

China Advic Atest

Indianapolis robbers blamed as new chief warns gangs

Police report 47 women and nuns from an Indianapolis apartment last night were assigned to banks in the city for protection against robberies. An order by Police Chief Rikhot urged street patrols to quell the violence as a looming conflict with bankers’ associations unfolds at state house today.

Petibers Indianapolis cSeegen Ignapalis Eeta Necy Reed Elice Heman Rikhot Ghent Toni Cht Jin Jin “Hi A Si Pot the Pln Jean White Thy State House Likers’ Association Greensbur Cee Oyther

Funeral held for NEPHEW of Captain Kemper

Daviess county man Lipyd é Daviess county ties in Managua Nicaragua died after eight weeks with appendicitis. The funeral was held Tuesday at his home in Thurston. Survived by Mrs Kemper, the late Jesse Billings, and other relatives. The family noted the long illness and medical efforts to ease suffering. The service followed a procession from the home to the cemetery.

Lipyd Daviess County Managua Nicara Aiis Thurston Ickyro wee _ Kemper Jesse Billings Paris Kemper

Car Slams Banister on River Bridge

Fragmented report describes a vehicle collision at a river bridge. Readable details mention a banister impact and unclear sequence of events with stray words and names. No further verifiable facts or identities can be confirmed from the surviving text.

Sunday Bethel Luncheon at 2 45

The pastor invited attendees to gather at Bethel for a Sunday luncheon at 2 45. He asked everyone to meet the Stranigers, and said all are welcome.

Maystate AL Bethel C. F

Complaint Alleges Closed Store and Insolvent Receiver Appointment

The filing alleges a closed store and unpaid goods totaling 302.71 from June 9 after LaVelle allegedly collected payments from customers for the B&O line and then vanished, leaving creditors unpaid as the receiver was appointed to marshal assets and protect claims.

Louise Vollmer LaVelle Eakein Credito Fondadt

No Defense Day Event In Indiana

Jackson, son of the War Department official in Indiana, could not attend Defense Day observance on July 4 due to insufficient time to prepare. After talks with state military officers and the Reserve Officers Organization, the consensus was he could not provide adequate code. Gov. Jason stated this in a letter to D. F. Davis, acting secretary of war.

Jackson Ison War Department Indiana Military ‘Department of the State of Indiana Reserve Officers Organization J .Ason D. F. Davis

Injured in Fall Delays Event at Local Venue

A fall left an individual injured prompting Dr. McPherson to attend to the injuries. The incident occurred near the button area as the tide moved and the person nearly collapsed to the floor.

Fire destroys storage building at Kingan & Co plant

In Indianapolis on June 12 a storage building at the Kingan & Co packers plant burned, causing about 40000 dollars in damage. Firemen worked two hours to prevent the flames from reaching the main buildings.

Indianapolis Kingan & Co Apparatu Cna Arenind

Attorneys Seek Death Bed Statement in Stephenson Murder Case

In Hamilton County Court today the defense urged the prosecution be forced to turn over Miss Madge Oberholtzer's death bed statement as part of preparations to argue for bail release next week for D. C. Stephenson, Harl Klenek, and Earl Gentry. Prosecutor Remy opposed the move, saying the defense has no right to inspect state evidence and that the testimony will be read in open court. The defense also seeks a Hammond hotel register page where Oberholtzer said she took poison after the alleged Indianapolis abduction. A victory for the defense would be a major setback for the state.

Btriute Noblesville Iing Stephenson Hamilton County Madge Oberholtzer Ita D. C Renjy Marion County Remy Indiana Hammond Oberholtder Indianapolis

City water service dispute prompts well order talk

The city council debates forcing Water Company to drill a new well to improve supply. The commission's engineer favors the move, while the company resists further wells without rate increases. A decision on water rate changes and related orders is expected soon as water can be drawn around the clock.

Ceanlitben the. Commission Smith Siebold Tire

Missing 16 Year Old Girl Then Vanished From Home

Etha Stone aged 16 left home Sunday after telling family she would return. A trail led to Owensville but was abruptly lost with no further clues. Described as small, about 92 pounds, dark straight hair, nearly black eyes, with a scar on the left cheek. She wore a blue lace front dress with lace collar and carried only four dollars. Parents frantic. no reason given for the departure.

Etha Stone Mai Decker Owensville Teagon

Mun County hosts State Christian Endeavor Union session

Evan Williams of Mun cele leads the program as Muncit hosts the State Christian Endeavor Union in session, directing activities and addressing attendees.

Muncit Evan Williams Muncele State Christian Endeavor Union

Kellogg Outlines U S Policy Toward Mexico

Washington June 12 Secretary of State Kellogg stated that the Mexican government is on trial before the world and will receive U S support only as long as it protects American lives and property and complies with its international obligations.

Washington Kellogg

Heavy Rains and Winds Cause Widespread Damage

Chicago reports hundreds of thousands of dollars in crop damage from a violent storm. In southern Minnesota thirty six hours of rain and hail damaged truck gardens by about a quarter of a million dollars. Iowa north central region recorded four inches of rain. Wisconsin saw cloudburst storms with lightning and thunder, while Kansas faced similar severe weather.

Chicago Reid Minnesota Iowa Weather Bureau Wisconsin Kansas

Drouth Strains On Local Experiment Farm Operations

A fragment describes drought effects on a state experiment farm and mentions ongoing experiments across farm branches. It notes a similar meeting at the Jenninge county experiment farm and references soil and crop growth challenges amid dry conditions.

Jenninge

Bishop Leete to Speak at June Conference Sessions

Beginning Tuesday June 16 sessions will be held in the Among' tre speakers include Bishop Frederick D. Leete and Dr. R. H. Toole. Leete will lecture at 10:30 a m Wednesday with an evening session planned. The opening day features devotionals by Rev. John Suich and a welcome address by Mrs. Augusta Mosier.

Frederick D. Leete Methodist Episcopal Church R. H. Toole Leete John Suich Augusta Mosier John Ragle B. L. Hatehe A. F. Jew

Cars in Collision on Plainville Road

A Dodge truck driven by Ernest Smith and a car driven by Mr Williams collided on State Highway 28 in Washington about 9 o'clock. Smith failed to see Willieme due to no lights. Arthur O'Neill, a passenger, was injured with facial cuts needing stitches. One wheel was torn from Kennedy's truck, which went to a local garage.

Paul Kennedy Mr. W Epsom Washington Ernest Smith Kennedy Williams Willieme Arthur O'Neill Smith

Application of Mid Western Roads Denied

Washington June 12 The application of Mid Western Roads was denied by the Interstate Commerce Commission. The ruling blocks the proposed routes and services as presented by the company, with no immediate alternative plans announced. The decision ends the agency review of the carrier's expansion request.

Washington

Pleads Not Guilty To Prohibition Charge At Trial Date

Maggie Street entered a not guilty plea to a prohibition law charge. Mayor set a $600 bond for appearance at trial on June 29 after a raid on the Plum Orchard home at the city’s edge. A deputy sheriff reported finding a small amount and that Street allegedly buried one bottle.

Maggie Street Ebreet Oe Ee Mtoe

Missing Witness in Shepherd Case Back

A missing witness in the Shepherd case left Chicago after writing letters asserting he was Ww. W. O'Brin from the defense and repudiating a key charge. He later added his personal and family safety was threatened, leading to his departure.

Shepherd Robert White Ww. W. O'Brin Shepherd White Chicago

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