Court Victories for Shepherd in Murder Trial Testimony Gaps Highlighted
William D Shepherd won a court victory as defense attorneys challenged Dr Amante Rongetti testimony on June 16 in Billie McClintock case. Rongetti questioned if the defendant sought a fatal course, and Shepherd was asked to stand. The defendant’s wife faced the stand amid tense proceedings as scenes of justice and personal resolve echoed in the courtroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William D. Phebherd
Billie McClintock
Amante — ‘Rongelli
Rongetti
Shepherd
Ward
Man Killed and Girl Companion Wounded in Hold Up
Wheaton Ti June 15 A sheriff reports a man killed and his female companion wounded in an early morning holdup. The victims were identified as Ivan rake at and Schuester 19. The incident occurred at the couple’s location, with authorities pursuing the lone gunman suspected of the robbery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wheaton
Ivan Rake
Killld
Panion
Eds Schuester
Yerely
Planes That Failed to Arrive Delightful Visit Called Off
Four airplanes advertised to visit Washington Sunday for an all day event did not show up. The ground crew prepared fuel and supplies, but the pilots and aircraft never appeared. No reason was announced for the no show.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elreus
Washington
Petersburg drought halts river harvest for fishermen
The low water on the river prevents larger fish from reaching feeding areas, hampering the fishermen’s catch. Local crews struggle as boats sit idle while shortages bite the coastal community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Etersburg
Ersbore
Indians Begin Yet Another Week Amid Heat
With Saturday’s rain barely breaking the long heat spell, the Indians started another week of hot weather. The forecast calls for continuing high temperatures and humidity as the team trains and prepares for upcoming games.
Mob Slaughter Of 100 Yunnanese Soldiers In Hong Kong
Reports from Hong Kong describe mobs killing about 100 unarmed Yunnanese soldiers after clashes as Chinese and foreign forces moved into Yunnan and forced a retreat. Witnesses cite beatings, drownings, crucifixions, and mass executions in several cities, with victims hunted through streets including van Kuling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hong
Kong
China
Klan Leader Angers Court as Bond Fight Opens
Noblesville June 15 Shorn of political influence Ku Klux Klan leader David C Angre paced his cell awaiting court action on a petition to release a son Earl Kienck and Ba Gentry on bond while awaiting trial on an indictment tied to the death of Miss Ober badinne The defense argues the statement was incompetent due to her condition at the time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noblesville
David C
Earl Kienck
Ba Gentry
Hbex
Oberbadinne
L D Hovey Sells His Candy Kitchen in Washington
L D Hovey, longtime candy maker with sixty years in the business, including twenty five in Washington, has sold his candy kitchen on Main Street and will retire from active business. The deal closed Saturday afternoon with Harvey and Dorothy Eubanks taking over. the new owners are two high school teachers from Percy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. Hovey
Washington
Main Street
Harvey
Dorothy
Eubanks
Gasoline Ignition Injures Vincennes Grocer
Vincennes Indiana June 15 Ben S Sanders grocer of north Vincennes was in hospital suffering severe burns from a gasoline explosion at his store around 2 39 this morning. He was preparing for a fishing trip and spilled gasoline while transferring between cans then lit a match triggering the blast and injuring him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vincennes
Ind
Ben S. Sanders
North Vincennes
Tipton-James Rose Suffers Injuries From Fall
Tipton resident Tipton-James Rose sustained injuries after slipping from a lay mow. Authorities and local responders assisted at the scene as medical personnel transported him for treatment. Further details on the incident are not available at this time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tipton
James Rose
Oldest Brotherhood member recalls long service in labor
The piece notes William P. ter, a longtime leader and cashier, aged 68, who has worked in the Brotherhood and labor circles for about twenty five years. He lives with his wife and daughter in a comfortable home, shunning publicity and serving as a steady figure in the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brotheyhéed
Stone
Dea H
Prenter
Formal Note to Mexico Shapes Kellogg Move
A fragmented report notes a formal note to Mexico as Washington seeks to address strained Mexican American relations. It highlights Kellogg pressing for a chosen aim and the government achieving its stated objective amid unclear outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kellogg
Injured Infall From Moving Auto Reported
A report notes an injured individual named Loni Zink in an incident involving a moving automobile. The brief item records the event and person involved with minimal context and confirms injuries without graphic detail. Further details were not provided in the readable text.
Pun 2 oe June Se
A brief note records a sum of 500000 dollars tied to a June event or settlement. The fragment mentions Pun 2 oe and June Se, suggesting a financial matter or award connected to that period and parties involved. Further specifics are not readable in the accessible text.
Grain Prices In Sharp Decline Reach Farmers
Grain prices fell sharply as harvest pace quickened across regions. Market observers noted weaker demand and bumper supplies weighing on prices, with farmers watching futures and local bids for signals this season.
Hunt Amundsen Party in Two Aeroplane Lined Lanes
A party led by Hunt Amundsen conducted successful trial flights in two aeroplanes. The test flights demonstrated stability and coordinated handling as part of early aviation experiments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunt Amundsen
Spanish War Vets Hold State Convention at Anderson
More than 500 delegates gathered today in Anderson for the Spanish War Veterans state convention. The event, opening with a tribute to honored comrades, drew delegates from across the state to discuss veteran benefits and postwar remembrance.
Young mechanic badly burned in boiler test accident
A badly burned worker named Johnson suffered severe facial and body injuries when a plug blew during a superheater test in the roundhouse. He is a well known young man, son of Frank Johnson, married to Camilla Mooney, with two young children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jumday
Round House
Johnson
Frank Johnson
Marrried
Camilla Mooney
Constables hail decision as victory in horse thief raid
Indianapolis reports detail a crackdown on the Marton county Horse Thief Detective Association. About 60 suspects were arrested during a primary election period for gun possession and vagrancy. Police actions continued despite an injunction. Captain Charles Sumner received a five day sentence for not heeding it. Several cases were dropped after Judge White’s ruling. remaining defendants must show membership in the organization.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Marton Cou Horse Thief Detective Association
Pg Raght
Hall of Detectives
Charles Sumner
90 and Killed by Editor's Son in Winslow
Roscoe Evans, 27, a Ford Auto company mechanic in Winslow, was shot and killed at 2 a m Sunday by Frank Heuring, 20, editor A J Heuring's son. The injury occurred as Evans faced the gun, with doctors arriving minutes later. Evans leaves a widow and two sons. he belonged to the Knights of Pythias.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winslow
Roscoe Evans
Ford Auto Ee Company
Frank Heuring
A. J. Heuring
Winslow Dispatch
Evans
Frank
Knights of Pythias
Khorin
County's Largest Tax Collection Distributed
Daviess county completed distribution of spring taxes totaling 494862.95, surpassing prior records by over 54000. State receives 52995.60, City of Washington 47892.28, City of Wabash 47637.25, with other districts and bonds itemized. Warrants are prepared. portions paid in advance, with details of delinquent collections and county percentages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daviess
City of
Washington
I County
Satarent
Hte Qpad Repair
Washinon
Rae
Mat
Echool
Park
Oden
Madison
Neb
Focal
CORAL
Nbrary
van Buren
Jctualtion
Tisk
Pecal School
Elnora
Elmore
Steele
Mibrary
Ragnon
City of Washington
Andy Hook Catches 56-Pound Catfish
Local angler Andy Hook hooks a 56 pound catfish on a Sunday outing. The crowd praises his catch while he jokes about a rival fisher named Gus Miabach and notes a friend who left him to catch the big fish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andy Hook
Gus Mi Abach
Andy
Cateh
Death of Leo Borders 11 Dies After Kidney Trouble
Leo M. Borders, 11, son of William Borders of Morristown Flats, died Saturday afternoon at 4 30 after a years long illness due to kidney trouble. He was a student at St Simon's and is survived by his parents Mr. and Mrs. William Borders and one sister Mrs. Delimaro. The funeral was held this morning at St Simon's church with services following at St. John's cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo M. Borders
William Borders
Mortis
Leo
St. Simon's
Delimaro
Mornis
Pilice
T , Simon's Church
Leet
St. John’s Cémete
Early Closing Rule Takes Effect For Bu7 Men's Association
The Bu 7 Men's Association of Washing announced an early closing rule effective today. Stores will close at 5 o'clock each afternoon except Sundays and Saturdays, and will move to 4 o'clock closing after September 4, returning to 6 o'clock thereafter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bu 7 Men's Association of Washing
Ceremony Announced for Full Credits and Poe Gape Event
In two weeks after the ceremony plans are set for a table to ture full credits. Poe Gape is expected to attend, with activities and acknowledgments scheduled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ture
Poe
Rotary delegate St. Martin Attends Convention
Rev. St. Martin, returning from national duties, represents the local club as a delegate at the Rotary Convention. The attendance underscores the club's active participation in regional Rotary events and leadership roles within the organization.
Warren S. Stone Buried in Cleveland Services
Funeral services will be held this week for Warren S. Stone, buried in Cleveland. The report notes his family and associates, with the Bratertooth reference indicating local context and legacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren S. Stone
Cleveland
Boy, 8, Injured in Crash Near Bedford
Eight year old Harold White, son of Ivan White, was severely injured when cars driven by Ivan White and Donald Pace crashed on Williams road west of Bedford. He sustained a fractured skull and other injuries, with expectations that he may die from the crash.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bedford
Ind
Harold White
Ivan White
Williams Road
White Land
Donald Pace
Increased Vigilance Fails to Stop Crime
In Indianapolis on June 15 a murder and five holdups were reported. Police increased vigilance and placed officers on twelve hour shifts. The crackdown included roundups of vagrant and other suspects, though crime persisted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Also Mentioned on This Page
Nova. Scotia
Sas
Eee
van Kuling
Istephenson
NEA Serrvice
William P. Ter
Oman
William B. Prenter
Senda
Mexico
Moving
Rall
Zinkan
Ran- Bening Board
Loni Zinkistreet
Chicago
Ines
D. Ema
University of Louisiana
Baton Rouge
Injliana
Giaieee
Leo Borders
Shino Bi
East Ye Street
Ee Martin
Rotary
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!