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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1909

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Night prowlers keep the policemen busy

Thieves worked across the city Thursday night attempting several break ins including back door entries at Charles Kigwent barber shop and attempts at homes on Herron and Cant streets. Police increased patrols after witnessing suspicious activity and night hours crackdown continues as city officials warn of late night street intrusion. Local reports note women calling police after disturbances and a large payroll payout upcoming for mine workers, underscoring varied city concerns.

Ian Bet Barthing Delock Charles Kigwent Mr Ragsdale Walter Ragsdale Delice Station James V. Dant West End Mra Dant Prochers Charles Qant Herron Street Cant Arama Catmayi Ciry Almose

Arrest in Woodill mystery linked to Los Angeles dealer

Police pursue a lead in the Woodill mystery involving a Los Angeles auto dealer. An associate is arrested while investigators seek a missing person last seen alive with a person named Joserri.

Woodill Los Angeles Joserri

Woman Murder Suspect Arrested After Cottage Fire

Reports say Mrs Faith Mayoodhint of Los Angeles was killed by John T. Roberts and buried in a bungalow on his property. The victim’s body showed skull damage and burns. evidence included a half dozen bricks in Back Creek and a blue shot garment. Roberts and Mrs Woodill were seen together. investigators sought motive as fear and deception surrounded the case. Dental identification confirmed Mrs Woodill’s identity. Roberts’s link deepened as the investigation narrowed the suspect list.

St. Michaels Maryland John T. Roberty Oman Faith Mayoodhint Gilbert “Avredit Los Angeles Gal Morston Neighbo Back Creek Woodt Woodill Birney Roberts Wandal Hellman

Underwear for Boys Selections and Features

An early catalog style notice describes Boyan Balbriggan Shirts and Drawers for boys aged six to sixteen. It highlights elastic knit fabric, high cool shirts with French necks, trim figures with silk and pearl buttons, and drawers with reinforced seats and fronts. Various lengths and sizes offered as seasonally popular items, previously valued at 39 cents.

Boyan

Balbriggan and Por Sekai Union Bults Knitwear Styles

The item list describes elastic knit fabrics with long sleeves and ankle to knee lengths. Garments feature full button fronts with pearly buttons in a casual athletic and knee length range.

Boye Abser

Ethyen Hair Bows in Pure Silk Ribbon Attachments

A sale note describes hair bows made from high quality pure silk with Ethyen tasteser attachment, designed to stay secure and last twice as long as ordinary ribbon. Available in black white and gold colors.

Uhl Pottery to Move Plant From Petersburg to Huntingburg

Petersburg Ind June 23 The Uhl Pottery Company will move its plant from Petersburg to Huntingburg where it has long operated fir day to several years and plans to employ about forty men.

Petersburg Ind Uhl Pottery Company Huntingburg Wren

Strike Situation at Evansville as Governor Urges Restraint

Evansville mayor convenes with union leaders while Governor Mure speaks to striking Carmen Thursday urging personal grievances be set aside for the town. A prominent socialist later delivers an inflammatory address urging continued action. Governor cautions against compelled arbitration but asks workers to weigh friends' interests. Situation unchanged.

Evanaville Wnion Mureshall Carmen Arely

Biggest Crowd Yet At Cosmopolitan Carnival Thursday Night

The article reports the largest audience of the week gathered Thursday night for Cosmopolitan shows. Attractions included the Burchfield jungle show in its first Thursday performance, plus a pony and dog act opposite the library. Carnival closes at midnight Saturday and moves to Bedford commons next week.

Bedford

Gasoline Explosion Burns Young Man in Accidental Fire

A broken gas line engine repair led to a gasoline explosion injuring a young man named Frank Vonderschmidt. The blast burned the right side of his head and narrowly avoided more serious injuries to his eyes. Local venues show strong programs at the Airdown and nickelodeons this week.

Tig Fish Frank Vonderschmidt

Pine display and carnival umbrellas on sale

Jepson News announces a carnival week with Pine dewelty and Art Wares in windows for visitors. Shoppers can inspect stock and buy for themselves or gifts while rain is forecast. A large stock of umbrellas is advertised, priced at 9 81.00, with some items worth 5 5.00.

Twisters and storm lash rural Nebraska and city

A severe storm swept Norton county and southern Nebraska yesterday with a half-wipe cyclone, heavy hail, and widespread damage. Telephones failed, rural mail carriers reported destruction, and a lime salvage missing. A two yardard dylld of brank Gentry was blown from its mothugs army and not found. Residences and outbuildings were destroyed. Multiple unrelated items follow including a New York sports note on Considine and a Paducah execution report plus weather forecasts for Missouri and nearby states.

Norton Man Nebraska Fternoon Vidivus Bere Jeter

Harry Drew Weds in Indianapolis Ceremony

James Henry Livesy, formerly of Montgomery, wed Miss Bhebe Grannan at the Holy Uposerfiuee in Indianapolis Wednesday morning. Mr Drew, founder of Gilari store in the city, is a young law graduate. married partner Mrs Fohg Heck of Montgomery, whose son Norbert is studying law. A reception followed with general celebration.

James “Henry Livesy Montgomery Endoree Brew Grannan Indianapolis Drew Norbert de Tudying

Catholics Join Parade To Attend Mass Amid Naval Riot

A portion of the Mediterranean Fleet at Marseille faced a violent scene as sailors disrupted a Catholic service near the cathedral. Reports describe looting and street clashes with police while a large group of sailors massed to attend a high mass the next day, drawing public cheers and jeers.

Indianapolis Mnniel States Navy Marseillles France Fiort Fieer Mtorton Isidrom Tery Yigh Mitas Alove Erald

Adrift News Sketches From Town and Court

A ragged OCR blend reports locals and incidents from a midwestern town. Notes mention Dr Will Craven visiting for hospital work, a man named James VanHack facing trial for homicide, Kennedy recovering from an appendectomy, and street patrols debated to curb burglaries. Also noted are social visits, a new battleship assignment for Camara Nathaniel Usher, memorial services, and weather talk.

Camara Nathaniel Usher Winrerines Michigan U.S. Navy Das Yiess

CHUNG SIN HELD AFTER FORTY-FOUR HOURS OF INTERROGATION

In a murky Chinatown murder case, Chung Sin spent 44 hours under police grilling with only brief rest. Investigators traced rumors of Tongs and rival factions while Cho Gain revealed a loan fund detail tied to Ling’s roommate. No decisive lead emerged despite widespread tips.

New Yorks Allell Ching Sis Chinatown Clflea Pacific Coast Tongs Ishpemding Cha 'Gain Cilnewian Leon Ling Cho Gain Chung Sin Erdin Ling Chu Gain Leon King Dwal Chinese Empire Reform Association Chu

Spencer A Ward for City Treasurer

Spencer A Ward announces his candidacy for city treasurer subject to Democratic voters in Washington. He lives at 1204 Grend Avenue and has seventeen years in the poultry business plus a year in groceries. He is the son of John Ward of Harrison township and is noted for honesty and good citizenship.

Spencer A. Wart Washington Ward John? Ward Harrison Township van Trees East Fifth Streets

Airdome Vaudeville and Amateurs Tonight

The Airdome debuts new vaudeville attractions with amateurs performing tonight and prizes awarded tomorrow night. Pauling dances and a lively program features Mr Campbell and Our Partner in a bright show with music, song, and a moving picture. The venue promises comfort and a pleasant evening for patrons.

Airdome Pauling Ease Hall & Company Eddings Campbell Plantat

Petersburg man traps rats with hanging baited hooks

Walter Darnall, owner of the Petersburg Ash market, faced a rat invasion and devised a new baited hook method. He dropped baited hooks into rat holes, catching many rats of all sizes, and his device drew attention from other locals applying the idea to their pest problems.

Petersburg Ind Walter Darnall Darnall Mingtés Walt Mx Darnall

Farmers of this county to meet July 5

Farmers of this county plan a large convention and rally Monday July 5 in Davies county. The United Farmers Union notes its growth and seeks wide attendance, with speakers from national farm groups and local delegates urged to attend the morning session for business and addresses. The meeting aims to be engaging and widely welcoming to all interested.

Che Farsubra Daviess County Fe Farmers’ Union Shreymi Union of the United States Bert Coundarion Unids Thomas Sthgidton Ureaahief Te Pakmiees Edgerattonal Davies County

Pat O Connors caught at Petersburg Jad

Pat O Connors, tied to a money dispute with Vata Jones, was arrested by town authorities at Petersburg Thursday afternoon and brought to the city. He faced potential charges though none filed yet, while others linked to the Daley Jones trick and a $40 robbery were held for trial. Charles Padgett surrendered after an assault claim against Ellian Gregory.

Pat O'Connors Vata Jones Petersburg Pat O'Connors Daley Jones Vito Santolie Ling Alt Rei Thay

Morrison May Seek Democratic Nomination For Mayor

Thursday reports suggest Dr. Frank Morrison may run for mayor with Democratic backing. Talks included possible clearing of Charley Clarke’s field. Governor Marshall and City Chairman Moore held a conference on the nomination in Indianapolis. A separate note records a June accident at Klondike coal mine injuring twelve foreign miners when a cage fell 345 feet.

Charley Clarke Ratire Candi Qiea Frank Morrison Marshall Morrison Moore Clarke Indianapolis Ind Klondike Clintom Indiana

Bly Defends Himself Amid Votes Defection Debate

Responding against chosen opposition, the speaker, like Ahmself, voted against, while others backed party policy. Senator Bly opposed with attorney general support, threatening to sue to dissolve the United States Steel Corporation for alleged misconduct. He urged removing duties on imported goods to curb trusts and maintain free trade, arguing trust power harms public interests.

Agaloet Ocrate Ahmself Bialoy United States Basley Yale Biaclay Tnt

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