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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1917
Page
6
A New York letter from a high source in Spain claims an imminent revolution or its completion may be under way. It says King Alfonso could abdicate and seek a presidency in a republican Spain, with the king reportedly favoring free suffrage and republican sentiments amid mounting political unrest.
Fairconisht and Wednerds show cooler conditions tonight with a north central dip. Legal actions include Ira Cox versus Isaiah Johnson for quiet title, and Bernheim Distilling Company against Patrick Cahill and Schuyler Love with a receiver appointed. Receiver action to be handled by Seal and Walsh. Abe Martin notes in Indianapolis News quote by Misa Mame Moon about clerks preferring men.
London reports the British transport Cameronian was torpedoed and sunk by an enemy submarine in the Eastern Mediterranean on June 2. A small number of troops were aboard and sixty three people, including the captain, are presumed drowned. The 6861 ton vessel belonged to F Leyland Co of Liverpool and was built in 1913 at Einswarden.
Washington reports say a broad reorganization of the Council of National Defense is planned to centralize control. Congress voices concern over wartime policies and seeks floor seats for cabinet members and key commissions to answer questions about departmental conduct.
New York June 19 Efforts to expedite justice in the Ruth Cruger murder progressed after Alfredo Corchi was indicted by a grand jury. The body was found buried in the cellar of Cocchi's bicycle repair shop. Corchi fled to Italy two days after Ruth’s disappearance and is under surveillance. Police Commissioner Woods forecast a sensational police shake up for incompetence in the case. Grace Hamiton, Cruger family attorney, says further investigations may reveal similar fates for other city girls.
Mrs Marke Cocchi, wife of the alleged murderer, remained confident in her husband's innocence while he is held on bail as a key witness. Her statement was issued through her attorney asserting belief in his innocence amid ongoing proceedings.
Buenos Aires plans to lift neutrality limits for an incoming American fleet, hoping ships may stay as long as desired. Uruguay follows suit, signaling a broad tolerance for belligerent vessels in neutral ports. Also, a 1936 infantile paralysis report cites 6000 U S deaths and over 27000 cases from June to November.
President Wilson told the Belgian special commission at the White House that America is determined Belgium shall be restored to her former place among nations. Washington, June 19. The statement outlines U S aims in the postwar world and supports Allied reconstruction efforts.
Washington June 18 Secretary Daniels ordered coal and oil producers to supply the Navy with 1,750,000 tons of coal and 50,000,000 barrels of oil. Prices to be set later by the president after the federal trade commission determines a fair rate. Orders pro rated among producers with a tentative mine price of 2.23 per ton and barrels delivered at Port Arthur ranged from 1.58 to 1.86 dollars.
Chairman Denman of the shipping board said after a conference with President Wilson that U boats are ready for use against American transports to France. He cited increased submarine sinkings last week and evidence that Germany called undersea boats for May repairs to be ready for the American troop ships.
Charles Leach of Elizabeth, a private in the Eighteenth Pennsylvania regiment national guard, stood trial for the murder of Helen Elizabeth Cook, 11, whose body was found floating in the Ohio River. Leach testified he was abducted after taking the girl on a cottage ride and forced to swim ashore after escaping three men in a skiff.
A Glasgow slater fell from a roof and lay unconscious on the pavement. A passerby sprayed spirits into his mouth to revive him, while a spectator warned against choking him. The man, waking, calmly told them to pour on with it.
A humorous piece notes a customs idea in Sumatra where a widow cannot remarry while the flag remains intact. The text suggests irony and mockery of the rule, imagining a cargo of shoddy bunting as a joke plan.
Pathe Gold Rooster play starring Gladys Hulette with Peggy McGraw Taxi Barney and Wayne Arey in Pots and Pans Peggy at the Grand tonight. Glady Hulette delivers her best picture to date with a clever, charming showing ably supported by a solid cast and notable names of the era.
A lively human interest story centers on a small Irish girl who supports her family through diligence and tact. She brings order to a troubled home, reforms a wayward son, helps a sister win true love, foils a villain, recovers stolen papers, and wins a suited husband. The cast includes Gladys Hulette, Wayne Arey, and George Marlo. Pathes News Pictorial and Grand grand theater features add to a night of clean entertainment amid growing audience support. Civilization at the Grand showcases Thomas H. Ince’s masterful spectacle with notable music by Victor L. Schertzinger.
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