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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1922
Page
1
A railroad strike could affect 1,225,060 workers across ten unions including Boilermakers Blacksmiths Machinists Sheet metal workers Electrical Workers Carmen and Maintenan Firemen and signalmen as the plan moves toward a July 1 action.
A Ford sedan driven by Paul Howard veered off from the road at Eastside Park and plunged into the lake. Four occupants escaped with only a bad fright as bystanders helped lift the car back onto the road. Mrs. Cora Spurgbon and daughter from Odin were in Cincinnati on a shopping expedition when the incident occurred.
A heated exchange outlines potential strike action as miners pledge solidarity with railroad workers. Leaders stress legal remedies, calling for united effort to resist proposed decisions, with miners prepared to sanction and support action if terms are rejected.
Tuesday marks the silver jubilee of Rev. William A. Jochum, longtime pastor of St. Marys, with a 9:30 Jubilee Mass at the church followed by a noon banquet at Knights of Columbus. Bishop Joseph Chartrand of Indianapolis will preside. many clergy from across Indiana will participate, honoring Jochum and his decade of service to the parish.
The Martin County grand jury will be called to adjourned date this Wednesday for a session to investigate the failure and closing of the White River State Bank. Prosecuting attorney J Earle Thompson says the committee has the bank amblers report ready for review.
Dorothy McCathie and Mary Buhney, members of the Florida state swimming team, were attacked while swimming in Tampa Bay. McCathie died from a severed artery after Buhney supported her during the fatal struggle with a large predator. Buhney is praised for attempting to help and signaling for aid.
A fragmentary note describes a city cleanup effort with mentions of garbage collection, a wagon, and street work. It references community involvement, a pledge, and a meeting with speakers including Andrew Tangs St and Deanery figures. The text is garbled but suggests a scheduled event tied to municipal services and public notices.
Dave and the Grays along with the FY team representing at the Elks Lodge will play a bo stop game after noon on Wednesday. Proceeds from the Christmas fund support Woodlwy park improvements. Tickets cost $1.25 and go on sale on the streets. Fishing Day at the Eadtsite lake drew a good crowd with several notable catches.
Knights of violence and a crackdown unfold as 65 loads of miners travel to shafts near Vincennes. Authorities in Vincennes and Knox County prepare to file charges including conspiracy theft and grand larceny after raids on the Westphalia and Victor mines.
Georgé Cohee of 1204 East Walnut reports Rev Wm Darby former pastor of the Lost Christian church wrote about a sermon aired from Kunsak City on June 11 reaching far across the United States. Darby says repetition may occur from his church on July 9 but not via broadcast. He plans further broadcasts in summer and invites attendance at a public hearing in Seymour Indiana on June 19. J W Savarts contractor notes a new friints church at Seymour and that the preacher recently spoke to its future congregation.
Petersburg Indiana January Dorsey accused of murder of Lute Bement and Willis Pike county farmers admitted to bail today after habeas corpus hearing before Judge Dillon. Bail set at 12500 for murder charge and 10000 for Turner murder case. total bond 22500. Appearance in Pike circuit court in Petersburg on September 6 1982 for trial. Evidence from hearing completed Thursday prior to today.
Prohibition Commissioner Haynes issued orders to implement recently passed federal legislation to concentrate liquor in 300 or more bonded warehouses nationwide. The action aims to loosen enforcement by allowing in bond shipments and higher sales by the case, signaling a move toward stricter control with broader distribution channels.
Chicago June 19 Harold McCormick recovering from a major operation at Wesley Memorial hospital. He ordered arrangements for a European trip with his daughter Mathilde to Paris where she would wed Max Oser, her Swiss fiancé, before pursuing a romance with opera star Wanda Walska. The private procedure, performed last Monday, drew no publicity and involved a confidential $75 000 payment.
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