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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1931

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Capone and debts headline in limelight of penitentia era

Report notes Al Capone facing penalties amid debts and U.S. income tax cases. Other items describe two aviation legs across the Atlantic. Wiley Post and Harold Gatty flew Winnie Mae from Harbor Grace to Sealand near Chester then toward Berlin, aiming to continue around the world.

Harbor Grate Newfoundland Lune North Atlantic Europe Otto Hillig Holger New York Copenhagen Wes Liverpool England Wiley Post Harold Gatty Atlantic Winnie Mae Sealand Chester Berlin Mostow Ici Harbor Grace Capone Chicago al Capone A. P. Madden The Intelligence Unit

Fire tower to be built soon in Jackson County forest

Indiana to enlarge 13 700 acre state forest with 700 acres in Jackson County for a new 1 foot observation tower. The site lies 1.5 miles east of Brownstown on the highest knob within the 700 acre plot. Tower to be erected under 1931 act with aim to observe over 1500 acres in Jackson, Kingston, Clark and Scott counties.

Indianapolis Indiana Jackson County Ralph Jacksonr County State Forest Brownstown Wilcox Jackson Kington, Clark and Scott

Acceptance of Hoover Plan With Reserves

Paris reports France accepted Hoover's war debts holiday with reservations while demanding continued uncondition al annuities from Germany. Cabinet actions await parliament approval as the Young plan remains law, with parliament yet to be consulted before replying to the American proposal.

Paris France Hoover Germany Chamber of Deputies Walter x Edge United States Rome Oss

Mystery on Robert McIntosh Disappearance

Akron and Washington communities search for 21 year old Robert E McIntosh who vanished from his Akron rooming house. Clothes found near a lake bath house are unidentified but linked to him. He attended Goodyear School and worked for the firm, was engaged to be married in Washington. Parents and brother Glenn McIntosh push investigations as youths friends recall his leadership in church work.

Capon Irey Capone Wsl Hia Florida Chicago West Side Akre Thish Washington High School Coloneil R. L. Mclntosh Tee Ohio Glenn Mcintosh Cleveland Robert Land Bob Mr. Land Mkror Ecg the & Year Company E Youth Pune Sena 3 Saslereke Akron Democrat Robt. E. McIntosh Mcintosh Washington Goodyear Eee

One Dead and Another Injured in Railway Wreck Near Crown Point

Hammond Indiana June 24 A bound express freight derailed four miles west of Crown Point. Theodore Tattah of South Chicago was killed instantly while Henry O Grady of South Chicago was fatally injured. Both men rode atop an ox car that jumped the track with ten other cars. Spreading debris caused the crash.

Hupmobile Sedan Stolen by Joyriders

The Hupmobile sedan belonging to W. E. of East South Street was stolen last night and found this morning on Highland Avenue near the southern end of Mmits. Police report no damage. joyriders are blamed for the theft.

W. E East South Street Highland Avenue

Chief of Police Is Fancier of Pigeons

Walter Sullivan, Detroit police chief, shows five registered pigeons to an art reporter and explains he plans to bring them home to improve stock. He operates in a backyard with many pens, raising United States and imported birds to produce market squabs while managing feed and nesting costs. Pigeons multiply quickly. one pair can yield about 20 young per year, with 100 pairs potentially supplying around 000 squabs annually for restaurants.

Walter Sullivan Detroit United States Sie Saeed Annatt

Newkirk Family to Return Home After Visit

Mr and Mrs Carlise Newkirk and daughter Peggy of Indianapolis will return home tomorrow after visiting here with Mrs Newkirk s parents Mr and Mrs

Carlise Newkirk Peggy Indianapolis Newkirk

Fish Fry Set by Fish and Game Club at Young Cabin

Preparations are complete for a fish fry Friday night by the Fish & Game Club to be held at Young's Cabin near Straight, south of Washington. Ladies may attend by joining the association, with about a dozen women attending last year. those planning to go should contact the secretary to confirm.

Fish & Game Club Young’s Cabin Straight Bridge Washington

Electrocuted Man in Indiana Today

Ignacio Sarragoza, 26, was electrocuted today in the Indiana state prison for the murder of Michigan City policeman Charles Glafcke. The execution began at 12:02 a m and ended at 12:10 a m after repeated clemency appeals from Mexican authorities.

Michigan City Ind Ignacio Sarragoza Indiana State Prison Charles Glafcke Sarragoza Mexico

One Man Killed in Gary Gun Battle

Gary Ind June 24 Joseph Sanchez 30 was shot to death in a local pool room Monday afternoon. Patrolman Marion Plummer colored man was wounded in a battle here allegedly with Mariano Romero 35 pool room clerk. Police are searching for Romero who is thought to be wounded.

Gary Ind Joseph Sanchez Marion Plummer Mariano Romero Romero

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