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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1923

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British ships allowed medicinal liquor on board to New York

Washington reports that the British ships the Sette and Berengaria arriving in New York carrying squad supplies will retain ample medicinal liquor aboard. Officials will observe the British rule requiring five gallons of liquor per two passengers and may adjust if doctors certify safety margins. A later report from New York notes the Baltic seizure of contraband liquor by U.S. agents.

Washington Sete Berengaria New York United States Supreme Court Alan Tt United States Prohibition Customs Federal Prohibition Cannald Capt Roberts Roberta Connor Brooklyn Gantain Roberté

Four U S Ships Held by Soviet in Siberia

Tacoma reporter notes four American trading schooners held by Soviet authorities in Siberia. Coast Guard cutter Hear ta wa ner was sent to the Siberian coast under orders to aid the vessels. The owner, who last heard from the schooner during a relief voyage, reports no updates since two Soviet officials boarded the ship. The four vessels were charged with violating Roselan ries of trade.

Tacoma Wash Siberia Siberian Hughes Far Veupela Roselan Ries

Deaths in St Louis area and Denver figures

Amanda Mre Tesser died Monday at ninety one in St Louis after a long service as a church worker and public school teacher. Katherine Joyce Perkins died in Denver and her body to arrive Sunday. funeral Monday at St Peter's in Montgomery with burial in St Peter's Cemetery. The report lists surviving relatives including a brother and multiple nephews and nieces.

Mre Amanda ML Tesser St. Louis Ateea Bedr Walhall Katherine Joyce Perkins Denver Cala Cora Parking West van Treen Trees St. Peter's Church Montgomery St. Peter's Cemetery Mra James Parking

No Relief Yet From Heat Wave

Indianapolis reports no permanent relief from the heat wave with temperatures around 97 degrees at 1:30 pm. The forecast expects relief by early next week as the hottest weather persists across Indiana and surrounding areas with multiple heat related incidents noted.

Indianapolis Mercury

President Harding Visits Kansas Wheat Belt

Lawrence staff correspondent reports President Harding’s Kansas visit amid wheat crop concerns. He outlines administration aims for railroad consolidation and anti strike measures while addressing farm and public audiences. The president’s tour includes remarks to schoolchildren and an agricultural speech, with a reception in Rangey City.

Lawrence Martex Ite Harding Hutchinson Kan Kansas Tila É Arding Davis

paving rush to finish Washington streets slows, expands impact

In Washington, rapid street work is underway as Premisr Construction and K P Beard Construction push asphalt and curb contracts. Crews on VanTrees, East Wilteenth, and East Eleventh advance toward November completion. County projects on Lee road and Colbert road begin, with ongoing grading and excavation. Residents fear road work will soon accelerate, altering local thoroughfares noticeably.

Washington Premisr Construction Ofi Indienapolis Etreeta West Eleventh VanTrees Street Van'Trees East Wilteenth East Eleventh Street K. P. Beard Construction Company East First Street Maine Herron Street Werk Suly Ist Noriti Krete Firth Street Plaingijle Singer @ Campbell Colbert Road Main Maysville

Dagon Murder Case Set For Next Tuesday

Terre Haute June 23 The denial of a plea by attorneys for John Dagon in the first degree murder case over the March shooting of Gapree Dierdorf was followed by scheduling for next Tuesday in circuit court The defense indicated plans for a lengthy appeal to higher courts in case of conviction and mentioned irregular grand jury organization as part of the appeal strategy

Terre Haute John Dagon Gapree Dierdorf Dagon

Drilling Near Union North Center Towne Faces Delays

Shoals Jad James 3 reports a well on J B Marshall farm near Union North Center to 500 feet, awaiting arrival of Bouyard of the company. Drilling nears a productive oil sand layer, with a 11 foot rig showing oil, while crews hope for a producing well as officials await further contract work.

Weil Marshall Farm Jad James He. Bojgart J. B. Marshall J. Union North Center Towzable Gald Peld Boutdant Loogoo Tee Mr ‘ Bolyard Irs Om

Barr Township Contracts and Bonds Are Sold

Local bidders Virgil Granton and the Sudduth Electric Co. win contracts for the Barr Township school building project near Evansville. Bids cover general construction, heating and plumbing, and electrical wiring totaling multiple contracts with premiums listed for bond issuances. Local officials include Mayor Mehiarty and figures from Union Trust and banks in Vincennes and Indianapolis.

Kiwagtanp Niana Virgil Gran- Non Sudduth Electric Beott Weld Jin Leste Hamerbly Oko Hewes Jobin Doseh Bhert Greenwood Bargent Montgomery Evanaville Virgil Granyon Toe Company Hana Hida WastiInden Q. B. Baird Sumner Ilh J. Fred Beggs Scottsburg Ind L D Smith & Son Owensboro James F. Hopkins Logan H. Peek Washington Dayson Pay Co Danville HW. F. Zieblow Co India Kleeva & Brown Sholduth Electric Cannon & Fields Vinedunes Roy Parle Vingennes Scott Electric Company Indianagolta Fred Beggs

Work advances on ground Leonard range Co

Travelers over the state highway note the site where the Leonard Range Co will erade ground for a factory east of Tucker Manufacturing. W D Berry, company president, oversees erecting temporary buildings and grading for a basement begun today. Completion hinges on B&O Railroad switch connection. Building to be 302 ft 6 in by 69 ft 6 in with over 8000 sq ft of floor space. Plans to be exhibited soon. Some subscribers have not paid tests. firm asks prompt payments.

Goleig Tedia Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Besemient

Mother in Love With an Indian in Goshen

Goshen Indiana June 23 Audrey Murray wife of Jesse Muray a 18 year teacher and mother of five children was lured from home by Tames M Lightfoot a 24 year old part Indian man now under arrest She seeks to return with her two infant children and live with him, police report ongoing.

Goshen Ind Audrey Murray Jesse Muray M. Lightfoot Toomer Murray Lightfoot Mra Murrey

Goshen Man Fatally Shoots Self at Farm Home

Goshen Indiana carpenter Hay, 38, awakened at 3 AM at his farm home and attempted to shoot at crows. He reportedly shot himself, dying at the scene with a severe head wound. Police and neighbors found him later after he did not return.

Goshen Ind D . House

Escaped convict eludes posses in swamp near Escanaba

In Escanaba Michigan on June 22 Ceargs Natchoff, an escaped convict and slayer, was surrounded in swampy terrain but believed to have evaded capture. Posses entered the swamp and failed to locate him, following reports of an abandoned lumber camp as a possible refuge.

Escanaba Mich Ceargs Natchoff Wes Iday Alec

Man Saved in Halves Lengthwise Near Lagrange Farm

Harvey Talmnes, 65, died when his body was saw lengthwise this afternoon on the Floyd Stereng farm southeast of Lagrange. He left two children. Mrs. Bessie T. Redman of Seattle, Wash., is likely to become one of the nation’s first to take up a new business venture. A veteran of the Razog, Philadelphia, another claim has been made about a person in possession of a tractor.

Lagrange Ind Harvey Talmnes Mit Floyd Bessie T. Redman Seattle, Wash Razog Philadelphia

Money Gone Mail to Rope Delayed Delays in Parcel Post

Washington reports parcel post funds exhausted with a $6 5 million appropriation used. The service will suspend overseas mail to Europe until July 1 as funds run out and new appropriations become available next month. The Homann Hansen Company has delivered a Chevrolet sedan to W Axtell and a coupe to Clyde McDonald.

Washigton Cless United States Naw United Tha Poatofee Department New Said Ervroleta Deli Homann-Hansen Company Deliverea Chevrolet W. Axtell Clyde McDonald

Appeal Decision On Gasoline Tax In Indiana

South Hend, Ind. June 39. Attorney Bruce Gafill, dealer, prepares to appeal to the Supreme Court against Judge Care's decision in Superior Court. The court upheld the two line tax provided by the last state legislature. Gafill filed suit to prevent collection of the tax. The state treasurer plans to collect the tax during the appeal.

South Hend Ind Bruce Gafill Suprams Court Valle GaGll Nue Lo

Woman Hallucinates Identity in Smithfield Bank Holdup

In a crowded court today on Mt Muredring, Richard Tesmer’s death during a holdup was discussed as Mrs. Teamer identified Thompson, posing as a woman, as the Slayer. Thompson, a longtime occupant, faced the charge and bail was denied.

Mt Muredring Richard Tesmer Tesmer Thompson

Hottest Day Record Ties as Heat Rises Again

Weather notes show temperatures reaching 95 degrees yesterday marking another hottest day record. Reports say the mercury rose earlier in the week, with 92 degrees by 1:90 PM and potential showers anticipated tonight to bring relief.

Succes

Struck at fly while shaving reported incident

A terse dispatch notes a man named Bicknell and others including men and women involved in fighting files after a fly was struck while shaving. The report mentions Jung '23 and references organizational involvement.

Bicknell Jung

Hatfield Stores Furniture Opening In Rear Hat Room

Hatfield Stores hosts an opening tonight for a redecorated furniture display in the rear east room. The event showcases Queen Anne and Renaissance style dining suites, velvet and mohair living rooms, and ornate tables and buffets with electric kitchenettes and fans, inviting the public to view the new showroom.

Hatfield Malades Gag Heppleé Dealgne Rious Mahonsey Rothers Mickary Hartere Alta

Roadside Plotting Suspected By Police Report

A fragmentary report indicates police investigate a roadside plot involving a vehicle described as a dummy. The incident suggests derelict pavement and possible tampering aimed to hinder car movement. No clear names or dates are readable.

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