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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1920
Page
1
Charles R. Jordan, 48, victim of most unusual accident at B, C shops, triggers coroner inquiry as investigators probe circumstances surrounding the incident.
An investigation and inquest follow the death of 48 year old Charles R. Jordan a Baltimore Ohio shop employee killed by a high pressure air hose while handling a bale of waste at the Da Views County Uestival. Doctors found abdominal injuries and peritonitis from a salve breach with a post mortem. coroner to hold inquest as five witnesses testify.
The article reports the death of Charles Jordan in a fatal collision near Meridian. It notes he was a son of the clan and a Methodist worker, survived by a widow, with funeral plans at the Methodist church and Oak cemetery. Several similar incidents are mentioned as past events.
San Francisco reports June 14 as Wilson vonaiders address follows the Democratic platform draft at the national convention. Senator Carter Glaser Esza and others discuss the draft while President's attitude on key issues remains a focal point. Abe Martin notes regional color as Indiana and Virginia topics surface in the platform talks.
Public Service Commission hearings on Indiana Bell rate increases faced a withdrawal of the petition after expert testimony. Officials alleged the company aimed to degrade service while seeking higher monthly charges. A witness claimed policy would let the system run down until a new rate was granted.
Internal Revenue Service plans a nationwide campaign to verify dealer VAT values and collect delinquent taxes. Commissioner William Williams directs 175 investigators in 600 offices to pursue penalties, with potential fines up to 10 dollars and further sanctions for willful evasion.
The U S railway labor board is deadlocked on wage hikes for about 24000 workers seeking a total annual boost near 1.0 billion dollars. The dispute centers on whether the raises should apply to outlaw or nonstandard workers, with a board majority undecided on the scope of the proposed increases.
Brotherhood figures pledge to oppose any referendum on outlaw recognition as deadlock over raises drags on. Johnny Grinal, Chicago Yardmen’s Association president, calls strike leaders’ meeting tomorrow. Blac Robinson sails to New York for artists’ gathering and sketching tour. her recent work draws praise.
Federal indictments accuse four companies and numerous selling concerns of a million dollar fraud scheme. Indicted are executives and 50 individuals linked to crypto and stock promotions. The cases span Maine to California with connections to Lexington Kentucky and Delaware corporations.
Desperate scenes in London as supplies run low and cannery of military aid is sought. Reports detail food shortages, looting, and ongoing rioting across main streets while troops patrol and citizens fear darkness as nights of terror continue.
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