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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1924
Page
1
A Terre Haute inquiry is opened into the death of an aviatrix who fell from an airship or parachute during a test flight. Investigators review circumstances surrounding the parachute device and the fatal fall to determine causes and assign responsibility.
Eight persons are reported dead at Bijou in Brule County and two more may be fatally injured at Mitchell. Property damage is estimated in the hundreds of thousands with several houses, barns, and farm buildings demolished. Livestock lost, irrigation flats wiped out, and a two inch rainfall swollen streams. Seventeen miles of telegraph wires down between Mitchell and Sioux City. State highway depot damaged and lights and sewers out in nearly every town in the affected area.
Unidentified men died after drinking poison moonshine in Philadelphia. About twenty three were hospitalized and police reported around four hundred arrests in the ensuing outbreak.
Washington reports say Ambassador Charles W. Warren may be relieved from his post soon. Officials indicate he has submitted his resignation to President Coolidge, though details remain unsettled and the White House and State Department are reviewing the situation.
Four bandits robbed Abe Guseman, proprietor of Temple Jewelry Company, near Highwood Illinois, forcing his car to stop and fleeing with diamonds and jewelry valued at $35,000. Police launched a search as the robbery occurred en route from Chicago toward Milwaukee, with earlier bandits robbing a mail train nearby and escaping with currency and securities valued at up to $3,000,000.
Lieutenant Smith, commander of the American round the world flight, arrived at Tourane and rejoined his companions. The three fliers plan to resume their flight today. Their motor had been wrecked after forced down, and a destroyer provided a new motor while the others continued to Tourane.
Amanda E Dant aged 72 died at 11 20 p m Sunday night at her niece Mrs George Cahill Montgomery due to infirmities of old age. She was born December 26 1861 in Daviess county lived in this county all her life and is survived by three sisters and one brother. Funeral at St Peters Montgomery Tuesday morning at 8 with burial in St Peters Cemetery
Weather forecasters report a dry spell spreading from the Middle and West states. Official records show temperatures three weeks behind normal in several areas and early drought conditions developing in the North and Northwest regions.
The Fletcher Savings and Trust Co bid $64,177 in bonds for county road improvements with five offers from Fletcher American, Meyer Keyser Bank, and City Trust Co of Indianapolis. The L. P. Beard Construction Co was awarded the contract earlier, with concrete work planned at the Geter and ville intersection. The county will widen its portion to eight feet, while the city moves ahead on its section within city limits.
A Saturday night Flag Day program at the Elks home drew a fair crowd. Exalted ruler Earl Murdoch led rites, with Edward C Faith delivering the patriotism talk. The event featured Dillard's Orchestra, a flag address, historical notes, and musical selections by the lodge members.
Sheriff E C Jones remains at Good Samaritan hospital in Vincennes after a morning fistula operation. His son Ray Jones, present during the procedure, reported he is progressing well and will stay in the hospital about a week for recovery.
Secretary Hughes delivered the American reply to Japan over the immigration law to Ambassador Hanihara. Hanihara will relay the note to Tokyo, with publication of the text planned for simultaneous release in Washington and Tokyo likely Thursday morning.
Two theatergoers, including Miss Lemey, narrowly escaped death when a hot air balloon failed to rise, veered toward a club house, and crashed near the Ohio River. She later survived a 40 foot fall from a roller coaster car after being jolted by the balloon’s destruction.
A car driven by Charles Wayman of this city wrecked on State Road 5 near Montgomery causing injuries to Wayman and five occupants. Mrs Wayman suffered the most as the group, including minors, faced painful injuries. The crash occurred as the vehicle swerved into a ditch in front of George Gatts home amid Saturday night shoppers.
Washington dispatch reports C Bascom Slemp private secretary to President Coolidge denies resignation amid rumors over RNC management. He will join the campaign advisory committee and stay in his post, though he leaves for Cincinnati for a family operation and returns to active involvement in the effort.
The White River crest is believed reached as levels rose three and a half inches Saturday night two inches Sunday and one and a half inches Sunday night. Low lands are flooded with Swan Pond said to be breached while farmers face crop losses. State highway traffic to Wheatland continues with no road closures yet though further rises could flood the route.
Wittenberg Wis June 16 authorities telegraphed police statewide to arrest George Cummings for the murder of his bride of a week. Her nude body was found in a shallow grave near here after farmers spotted the scene. Police believe he fled with funds from the bride’s sale of her Grand Rapids home. She was killed by three blows to the head.
In Kennard Indiana on June 16 workers from Folden Wilson and Co laying a cement floor uncovered a badly decomposed baby body buried about 18 inches in the high school gymnasium. No clothing was found on the remains.
Bloomington dispatch reports State Senator Joseph E. Henley died Sunday at the home of Frank Gentry fifteen miles east of Bloomington where he was a weekend guest. Henley 68, defeated for the Democratic nomination for supreme court judge in the recent primary, collapsed after expressing illness. Born in Orange County, son of Capt Henry Henley, he taught at Indiana University and Smith College and served as Shoals school superintendent. He gave a Flag Day address in Bedford yesterday, with sun exposure cited as a possible factor.
In St Paul on June 1 radicals pledge support to independent presidential hopeful Robert La Follette despite his attack on the radical groups. The Third Party convention excludes the Communist party while allowing rank and file union members with credentials to participate. Organizers plan a permanent third party merging elements of the Republican and Socialist factions to back La Follette.
William Davis, Montpelier man charged with conspiracy to cause the January 9 explosion that damaged the Columbia hotel and other buildings, was found guilty after a seventeen day trial. Special judge A L Bales presided in Hartford City Indiana with defense signaling a motion for a new trial and continuation of Davis's $5 000 bond.
Altoona report says Jerry Wonderlick, hurt in Saturdays automobile race, is on the road to recovery at a local hospital.
Frustrated dynamite plot targeting sailors from the battleship Mississippi was linked to Industrial Workers of the World members. A man, seen carrying a large package near a funeral home after a tar and feather event, was chased by navy guards but escaped.
Police say a seven man gang operated in the beer industry with three ring leaders directing the operation. Investigators accuse the group of illegal activities reportedly tied to control of local brewery distribution. The case centers on charges against the chiefs and their associates.
An automobile collision occurred on East Fourth Street at a divided intersection with East South streets in Durant around 6 p.m. The driver, Mrs. Norman Herron, and a Washington-Logostes bus were involved. both vehicles were damaged but no injuries are reported.
An explosion from a falling tree near Quechtas in Monroe on June 16 injured a man. A hissing noise followed as the saw cut into the trunk and gas escaped, causing a blast that knocked down nearby crew and was heard a mile away.
A car struck a pig near Columbus, Indiana, causing the vehicle to veer and overturn into a ditch. The driver, Harley Mitchell, and other occupants escaped with non serious injuries, while a mock of Tipton and names like Miss Desire Tobrocke and Ma Robertson appear in the fragmentary report. Local references mention a July 16 date and Chicago connections, with a sermon noted by Reverend Ley at a Presbyterian church.
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