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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1916

Page

4

Contested Ballots and Indiana Supreme Court Guidance

The Indiana Supreme Court reviews election contest questions focusing on ballot distinguishing marks. It overrules prior strictness, allowing marks due to accident as non invalidating and upholding voter intent in many cases.

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Knox firm plans hires for six weeks many workers

A Knox company announced plans to employ about 118 workers over six weeks. The note cites rapid hiring as part of a broader effort to meet production needs and notes expected costs related to testing and wage obligations, with emphasis on housing and facilities for the workforce.

Legislative snippets spark debate in Indiana politics

Knox county reports show lawmakers debating wash houses and penalties while William Dye heckles Roosevelt on progressives and Fairbanks. Indiana sees a new Democratic speaking bureau lead by Frank Butber as weather and education laws stir public interest.Automatic phone systems in Indianapolis herald infrastructure change as summer remains elusive.

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Funeral in Louisville for Eateert Nine

The funeral of Eateert Nine was held in Louisville Kentucky with services at a sister’s residence. Relatives and friends gathered Monday and again Wednesday for wake and burial preparations while mourners from Lasscenter and nearby areas attended.

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Germans Check Cossack Roller In Fierce Fighting

British lose lightship with five crew members. Norwegian steamer Aquilla torpedoed off Marseilles. crew saved. Emphasis on heavy fighting across Russia and Ukraine fronts near Kiselin Lokatch and Lutsk with large prisoner totals stated.

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Forced to Sign Away Rights in Million Estate Case

Miss Gertrude Claypoole heiress to one-fifth of John W. Bookwalter’s ten million dollar estate was drugged and held as a prisoner in a Newark hotel to force signatures relinquishing her rights. District Attorney Edward Swann received the complaint from Judge J. M. Sheets claiming the 420-year-old Claypoole was coerced by an attorney who controlled the process and obtained a revoked power of attorney and related documents.

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Iwlings Man Kills Two Then Shoots Self Near Dahlgren

Mount Vernon June 24 a man named Hunter shot and killed Mrs Sawyer and wounded Jacob Stith before fleeing the outskirts of Dahlgren. Stith died later. Hunter then shot himself in the head, dying almost instantly. He is said to have resented Mrs Sawyer and her separation from her husband and acted from jealousy. Mrs Sawyers hotel in Wahlston burned recently and Stith was a boarder at her home.

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Greek cabinet quits posts in Greece

June reports from Athens say Premier Skouloudis and fellow ministers resigned and the king sent for former Premier Zaimis. It is believed no member of the late cabinet will join the new ministry. Also noted, King Constantine met with Zalifis to discuss cabinet formation. A separate item from Indiana records a Lincoln family grave marker dedication in Nancy Hanks Park, Lincoln City.

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Mexican president urged to seek international commission

Washington reports strong pressure from European powers to prevent war with the United States by urging Mexico’s Carranza to call for an international commission. Carranza seeks to protect Americans and arrange safe routes for refugees, while signals suggest he is not seeking hostilities. Nations want a border settlement under a 1918 treaty framework.

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Urge Use of Submarines Spreads in German Press

In June 22 dispatches from Gerlix and Washington the Strong submarine policy gains traction as German public opinion shifts toward accelerating hostilities. Advocates claim prolonging the war will force Allied terms, while U S lawmakers debate the Army bill in the house with expected quick passage today.

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Vigil for Five Yerirs at Grave in Purbanthani Cemetery

Villagers observe a grave vigil at the Purbanthani cemetery for Baker, a murdered farmer, after his funeral. A fox guards the grave daily, and residents avoid the area, while cemetery trustees refuse to remove the animal, leaving the scene in a state of quiet, uneasy ritual.

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