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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1922
Page
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Workers at Baltimor & Ohio shops and various unions backed a strike rather than accept wage reductions averaging 2 to 6 cents an hour. Ballots sent to Cincinnati, with 1.2 million rail employees affected nationwide facing further reductions, and a broader protest planned across multiple unions.
A historical note discusses labor costs and railway rehabilitation, arguing workers should share costs and forbear while carriers regain footing. It criticizes partisan bias in wage decisions and asserts the board reflects economic realities rather than treating labor as a mere commodity.
Roy Washington, a former Baltimore and Ohio Rail Road worker, won a jury verdict for $2000 damages in the Gibson County circuit court Friday afternoon. He sued the railroad for $50,000 alleging head injury from an iron piece swung by an electrical crane at the shoggals site on May 10, 1921, leaving him unable to open his mouth more than an inch for the past year. Attorneys Shake Kitimet Vincegnes represented him. TharpGardiner defended for the railroad.
Miss Dorothy Akers of West Washington, about 17, was pulled from Hastshide Lake by Ted Chagd, about 18, from the West End, after a harrowing escape at dusk. Artificial respiration revived Miss Akers.
Members of the Boy Scouts in southwestern Indiana who have known each other only by correspondence will meet at Eastside on July 4. All scouts in this region should contact Helms Spink at 900 Shast Math Street so plans can be completed.
Unclear OCR text reports rats used automobiles in Wells County Indiana Bluffton area. A garden hose and car exhaust were involved, leading to a crowd dispersal and alleged killings tied to a local figure John Studebaker’s firm in Vera Cruz.
Delegates from the Loga and Liberal Baptist churches gathered for the Northern convention in Indiana. The Rev Wills Jones and others from Indianapolis attended as voting delegates. Fringe factions debate missionary funding and Bible interpretation while unity efforts focus on electing an officer acceptable to both sides.
In Indianapolis on June 17 a vote by the Northern Baptist Convention approved the executive committee report rejecting Dr. A. C. Massee’s motion and supported The Baptist financially. Dr. Taylor of Indianapolis was elected president succeeding Mrs. Helen Barrett Montgomery with no opposing candidates.
Los Angeles dispatch reports Jack Dempsey announced dismissal of Cubby Hayes, with trainer Karnes cited. The move sparks speculation on the future of Dempsey and his camp as details remain unclear.
A fragment describes a Sinn Fein incident in Ulster, noting British troops arriving after a raid in Besbrook area and movements against Pettico. The passage references prolonged hours and the first attack by Sinn Fein elders in Ulster, with troops driving invaders from the northern side toward the border.
In Indiana, Vigo County authorities arrest coal miners involved in alleged rioting tied to a labor dispute. Warrants target Goody, Dave Jones, Leitz, and Roby among others amid ongoing tensions after mass meetings in Hicknel and Bicknell. Bond set high as charges of riot and unlawful acts are pursued.
A cyclone swept through four western Wisconsin towns causing ten deaths and over 100 injuries. Property damage exceeds 5 million dollars with fourteen miles of path from Reed to Wise. Livestock losses were heavy and farms suffered extensive ruin. Authorities report widespread destruction and ongoing relief efforts.
Cincinnati observers report a Tuesday meeting set by leaders of the United Mine Workers and the rail unions to discuss a possible separate peace between striking coal miners and rail workers. A joint session in Cincinnati aims to align tactics under the alliance with labor.
Indianapolis attorney Charles W Rollinson faces proposed disbarment over alleged misconduct in criminal and superior courts. The Bar Association accuses him of failure to support the people and laws, misled the court, failed to employ proper counsel, and engaged in deceitful practices during legal proceedings.
Rollins was admitted to the practice of law in Indianapolis on May 29 1972. He has offices at 906 Odd Fellows Building. Rollins claimed ignorance of the charges behind the petition and said it was not well founded. He is married to a daughter of Dr Willeford of Washington, now Indianapolis. A Mrs Nerva Pressly of J West Washington was fined $1 and costs for profane language in the court of J C Sheley justice of the peace. The affidavit against News was filed by Jowry Surgeon. 33
The United States Railroad Labor Board faces a heated response as a dissenting opinion from labor representatives is said to reflect opposition to an added wage cut of 26.5 million dollars per year affecting 320,090 workers. The majority claims the dissent was partly written by railroad department employees of the American Federation of Labor and portrays it as incendiary.
Harold McCormack, a millionaire harvester and machine manufacturer, is recovering at Wesley Memorial Hospital after a minor secret operation performed last Monday by Dr. Victor Lespinasse. The case involved secrecy around a gland grafting method linked to Dr. Voronoff, the trench specialist. McCormack is expected to go home soon, with hospital officials declining further details.
Outlaw Fred Brown also known as Grimes eluded officers in multiple pursuits before being shot and captured near 8 Rawlings Way. Sheriff Saunders reported Brown’s capture followed a dramatic manhunt. he terrorized Omaha and Lincoln towns, abducted two women, and held them in a hidden shack for hours.
A large crowd attended the Eastside Park commencement for 195 Washington township and city graduates. The event featured a prominent pageant on Progress of Education and the school band performance. Prof LA Stone of Oakland City College gave the address, and J E L Gilley presented the diplomas.
President Harding refused to bow to pressure from Congress to remove about 150 alleged Democrats from Treasury posts. Secretary Mellen opposed the purge, arguing veterans with long service manage finances and show no Democratic activity. The move risked cabinet crisis and Blair’s potential resignation.
Fifteen firemen were overcome by heat and smoke today at a Commercial Box factory in Indianapolis. Two were in serious condition as crews fought a large blaze involving three tall frame buildings filled with wooden boxes and iron fittings. Meanwhile Chautauqua activities continue with a planned supper at East Side Park, sponsored by the Washington Chautauqua Association.
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