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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1911
Page
3
Fragmented OCR notes show debate on a reciprocity measure with references to amendments, wool bill, and timing. Mentions dates, officials, and potential votes while noting open discussion and committee activity.
A fragmented 19th century newspaper item reports a mother experiencing deafness and paralysis as a newborn arrives. The text mentions a Pontiac location and June dates, with brief notes on medical concerns and a caregiver’s attendance. The readable fragments indicate a personal health event tied to a newborn.
An unreadable OCR fragment mentions aid by wireless, a lake event, transfers, and a taker. It references Westend streets, a customer head explosion, and a celebration far from clear. Names and places are garbled, with scattered mentions of firepower, Puerto Rican, and Washington officials.
Evansville and Terre Haute railroad officials are asked by the Evansville local business association to attend a stockholders meeting on July 20 to discuss merging with the Chicago and Eastern Illinois line. Businessmen fear the deal could centralize control at Evansville shops and offices.
A long, garbled article outlines proposed state highway construction and cross state roadway links. It emphasizes new trunk lines, intersections, and economic benefits from faster transport of goods and tourism. The piece references New York and other states and advocates for broad funding and rapid execution to spur inland development.
A fragmentary discussion traces the centimetre’s definition and its relation to the meter and inch. It compares decimal division of the Earth’s quadrant, outlines proposals for a fixed standard, and notes historic debates about adopting a universal measure versus portable artifacts.
Indiana Governor Marshall announces four year and six year board appointments across state institutions. Reappointments include Mrs Jacob P Dun and Mrs William J McKee for the women’s prison board, along with Ella Hawk and Mrs Dan Waugh, and Mrs W Bent Wilson. Other posts cover Board of Education in Richmond, Toledo Village for Epileptics, Northern Indiana Hospital for the Insane at Logansport, Purdue University Board of Trustees, and Veterinary Examiners with names from Muncie Terre Haute Indianapolis and more.
The article describes a friendly social gathering at a home hosted by the local lodge leader Palland er McHenry. Guests praised McHenry as a prominent community figure and noted his plans to travel to Cal e Hernia to visit his home.
Fragmentary report recounts the formation of the American Sugar Refining Company in 1891 and Oxnard stock exchanges. It notes Havemeyer interests and preexisting sugar operations, highlighting stock transfers, trust arrangements, and ties to local business figures in a retrospective historic context.
A June 17 London parade of suffragists drew large crowds and featured a historical pageant with 450 participants, including notable women such as Florence Nightingale era figures, university graduates in academic robes, and performers like Marie Hebel Smyth and Max Doe. Prominent funders and English organizers attended, with international representation from other countries and professions.
Market report covers stock and grain prices with scattered figures and notes. Includes an event item about a public hanging at Blue Ridge attended by Judge Adking and mentions Philadelphia Press reporting anti violence stance. also advertises Bucklen Arnica Balm for wounds and skin issues.
A garbled recap lists several American League games and batter names across Washington Boston Philadelphia Chicago New York with rain delays and paused play. Mentions Cleveland batter order and Pittsburgh, Cincinnati context amid wet grounds and weather affecting scores and lineups.
Fragmentary note promises a 4 percent return on a $1,500 investment with rentlike payments. Mentions TeWdinger and a Temple Court Building as the venue for the offer. Details are unclear and partially obscured.
A garbled report cites Mr Barnard alleging frozen imports from China are unsafe. It claims widespread feverish conditions, 103 degree temperatures, and a 70 degree limit, with prosecutions likely for bad meat quality from overseas sources.
Prominent society man Hanley Adie was found exhausted and unable to explain his condition near Shamp after a brilliant society wedding. He wandered into a swamp in a soaked overcoat, after disappearing April 10, amid rumors of an unexpected illness and a concerned crowd from local society and medical circles.
Washington reports from Tokyo indicate Japan plans a broad expansion push in the Philippines and South America. The Japanese government directs immigration and will send a large flotilla to Manila, Brazil, and the Amazon Valley under a state program.
June 17 report states two Americans, Dr Fuster and Patrick Dennean, were killed in Alamo and Ensenada areas. The State Department is informed and notes Mexican authorities are urged to maintain peace along the border. A separate item reports former soldier Albert Dison, 17, fatally beaten by two men. he had served in the Philippine campaigns.
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