Railroad Walkout Looms as Workers Consider General Strike
Rail workers meet secretly and threaten to quit at 7 PM unless higher officials call off the walkout. Reports say nationwide action could follow, with officials and unions closely watching the labor board’s wage decision and possible July 20 delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Wor's
Nepolis
Errati
Dirothdrhdod
DCL
Emtanteht
Railroad Labor Board
White House
J. P. Tumulty
Wilson
Secretary of the Interior
Fp.p
Rpg
Large Peach Crop Expected This Year Across County
A county reports a record peach harvest with growers predicting a bumper crop. Orchard yields vary from 3 000 to 4 600 bushels per farm as peak picking runs from mid July to September, with supply aiding canning and direct sales. Prices higher than delivery. Local markets foresee a strong season for Alberta peaches and related products.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arton
Wwe
Uch Aeacon
Alberta
Fragmentary sighting notes from Pike County coal car crash
An OCR damaged fragment reports a railroad accident near Jammed near Pike County involving a coal train car and a passenger car. It mentions Farrabee a deceased male and a sister Sirs. Lausa Ray ety, with limited readable details about survivors or exact location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mittersburg
Pike County
Tro
Eva i
Tak
Lausa Ray Ety
Edward Waller Civil War veteran dies after long illness
Edward Waller, a Civil War veteran and longtime local figure, died after years of illness. He enlisted in 1861 with the 24th Indiana Regiment and served until 1865. He was a respected member of the community, survived by his children Laura Tucker, Grace Walkup, Clyde and John Waller, and other relatives. His funeral arrangements were to be announced locally.
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Edward Chzan
Atmopia
Witih
Mr. Waller
24Th
Ingish
Virginia
Grace Walkhp
Offville
Lote Watter
Okla
Clyde
Waller
tJohn M. Weuler
Ahtia Anflg
Ter
Fl Waller
Por A. R
Koma
le Oak Grove
Jerry Goodin
Jerry Goodwine
Khoivn
Sarmet
Three Are Killed in Reckless Train Wreck Near Anderson
A wreck today at Anderson involving a car and a train left three dead and several injured. Victims include Zella Madefist of Fishersburg, fatally struck as the car was halted near the railroad crossing. Authorities continue to investigate the collision and identify all passengers involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anderson
Ind
Trish
Zella Madefist
Fishersburg
United State
Franky
M . Foe
100s Friends Refuse to Abide by His Request at Convention
Report notes that 100s of associates refused to follow a request at a convention. Mentions one name among other candidates and a predefined plan or action proposed by him. The account focuses on the tension and the reaction of attendees to directives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ffuse
Amidon Selected to Lead McAdoo Booster Effort
Lemuel Amidon of Kanfasting walls was chosen to direct McAdoo’s campaign push here. Supporters say Amidon can rally votes and boost McAdoo in key states, while no firm plan for a floor general was announced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
Tandipea
William Joo
Lemuel Amidon
Amidon
McAdoo
Georgia Delegates Contest Faction Clash at National Convention
The national convention faced a tense fight over Georgia seats as factions led by Hoke and Watson challenged the administration aligned group. The dispute centered on the Palmer delegation and contests over eight Georgia delegates, with Clark Howell’s hold on party leadership under scrutiny.
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National Committee
Georgia
Francisco
Oppanopts
Datmocratit
A. Mitcheth Palmer
Smith- Watson
Clark Howell
Arrest in Elwell Case Expected in New York
Reports from New York on June 28 indicate authorities expect the arrest in the Elwell murder case, with housekeeper Mable Larsen testifying and alleged evidence tying to a third party. Assistant District Attorneys Bey, Liding, and Coolidge are present as the case moves toward resolution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York
Joseph B. Elwenl
Mable Larsen
Elwell
Elvell
Mtanes
Bey
Mayor’s Peculiar Stop Shaped By Experience
A garbled account describes a mayoral incident where a driver misinterprets speed and braking, glimpsed during a visit to the city hall. The narrative hints at a crash near the hall wall and an unusual stopping moment influenced by perceived danger and a brake misperception.
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AfePhesson
Little Prospect of Decline in Prices This Year
Stinkton reports little prospect of a drop in food and farming prices this year. Royal Meeker of labor statistics says there will be no decline and notes slow currency devaluation may affect prices. cotton will remain low and production for vital needs is uncertain. average family budgets can be strained despite the year’s outlook.
Street Arrested on Grave Charge in Knox County
Herman Street was taken into custody today by Sheriff Faith and Deputy Myers at his Montgomery home on a charge of ra u ent here by Knox County sheriff. An affidavit was filed by a Wheathnd woman. Sheriff Adams was to transport Street to the Knox in by daily. Street is a married man.
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Herman Street
Montgomery
Faith
Myers
Rau
Knox County
Sherif Adams
Washington
Street
Knox In
Northern Baptists push dry platform at national meet
The Northern Baptist Convention with about 4 000 delegates representing millions of communicants adopted a platform urging adherence to the Prohibition amendment and enforcement of the Volstead Act at the Democratic National Convention in New York.
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North Baptiste Convention
Demarcatic National Convention
Butald NY
Baptist Convention
Bronotipy
Mae
Singer on Program Praised for Clear Voice at Church Event
Mrs Putman, a featured singer for the Children's Day exercises at Westminster Presbyterian Church, will perform Ave Maria from Cavalleria Rusticana. Described as highly articulate and widely experienced, she has studied in England and France and has sung with major symphonies across the United States.
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Jad
Putmen
Westminster Presbyterian
Putman
Cavalleria Rusti
L. G
Walnut Street
England
France
TACO
United States
Ratmas
Prohibition Debate Shapes Democratic Platform Planks
Democratic leaders clash over liquor and Sunday laws as Cox's enforcement stance dominates the platform debate. Former Gov Campbell and supporters argue for or against mentioning prohibition while party factions push to reference the Volstead veto and federal enforcement in the platform.
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San Francia
Cox
Fish
Itawes Campbell
Ohio
Campbells
Gorst Cox
Campbell
Wil- Bon
Pkittourim
Jlaagito
Walstead
Cyahgorb
William Bryan
Indiana Highway Levy Plans for 1926 Road Program
The Indianapolis News reports the Indiana highway commission seeks a 32 cent levy per hundred dollars on tangible property, with an anticipated 1926 program funding around 7.75 million dollars. Other revenue from federal aid and license fees may raise total state funds to about 15.4 million, supporting new pikes and housing construction amid a cautious three-year plan for better roads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana Bithway Commissiog
Indianapolis News
Ie Commission
Esijensea
iBtiue Bishwa
Jie Highway Commission
Indiana
Pressure test report at water station yields fluctuating gauge
A historical clipping describes an uneventful pressure test at a water station. The gauge fluctuated from 50 to 18 pounds before recovering slightly, with mention of firemen and direct pressure being applied. No injuries or major damage are reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wafout
Niece i Iin
P Shy &Taf
Londonderry Turmoil Lifts as Troops Quell Irish Clashes
Riots flare across British held Ireland with Orangemen and Sinn Fein factions clashing. Reports say a broad attack on military stores prompted a severe response as shops burn and civilians flee. Authorities fear outbreaks as security forces tighten control in Londonderry and surrounding districts.
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Amoten
Londonderry
Ireland
Hgorta
bin Fainers
Baimes
Cian
Eeram
Betfaat Tl
Feaume
Ato
Ines
Beryre
Local farmers meeting, speakers, and events noted
A scrambled local summary lists a farmers meeting at a home with speeches by OOmxste and others, a initiation into the Woodman lodge, a political note on Senator Nana, a hospital update on Mrs Moore after appendicitis, and scattered town happenings including a garden party and a charity drive.
Coroner Returns Verdict In Charley Jord Death
The coroner's inquest into Charley Jord's death concluded with a verdict finding cause as accidental due to inhaling compressed air while employed at the railroad shops in Fort Wayne. The case involved witness testimony and a bond was set for further action as the proceedings closed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loda’ S. Resp
RiJdrdon
Ohio Railroad
Daviess
Nooh
Ithepi
Tyne
Harry Iq
Hagr
Hess
Charley Jord
Shekih Fath
Seymour Baby Dies in Tragic Home Accident
Fifteen month old Akuchfor Dro died in Seymour after asphyxiation caused by a valve on a toy or apparatus. The mother reportedly left the room briefly and returned to find the infant dead, with authorities investigating the cause of the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Drocity
Arrives by Aeroplane Delegation to 192 Convention
A jumble of readable notes shows delegates arriving by aeroplane to a Wabash area convention. Report mentions a Maxwell vehicle wheel damage and a damaged Oldsmobile steering gear on the road near Peter Mangin. An investigative report notes Turkish nationalists and a statement from Mrs. Pa Nilson Amei¢an in a local town.
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Oldsmobile
Baktinan
Vinechnes
Maxwell
Iolliksion
Peter
Mangin
Rae
Investigativ Report
Washington
Juha
State
Idepartemat
Ted
Pa Nilson
Amei¢an
Fifa
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