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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1915
Page
1
Theodore Crosd of the editor’s development company reports a survey of the Vincent field near Cannerburg. He notes the wells show oil presence, though not conclusively. The assessment highlights a limited, shell-dominated pool with potential despite uncertain accuracy.
Bloomington Ind June 29 Officers joined Bedford Monroe County officials in a hunt for Paris Hassan a 54 year old Turk who fatally shot William Fender of Guthrie Lawrence County Sunday night. Fender died Monday after being wounded in a dispute with Hassan who also killed himself after fatally wounding Fender. Hassan fled toward a stone quarry area south of Clear Creek and earlier set his home afire. A $100 reward was posted for Hassan dead or alive as Guthrie residents reported the pursuit and the shooting aftermath including the veteran’s collapse and the subsequent blaze that destroyed a nearby house and a barn with 300 bushels of corn.
The government introduces the national register bill in the House of Commons as the first step toward conscription. It calls for enrollment of all males of military age with information on physical fitness and availability for service in support of the war effort.
A terse bulletin notes Russian support for the Austro-German offensive, claiming momentum and enemy pressure on all fronts. The item mentions Berlin and a June context, signaling a coordinated central drive attributed to Austro-German forces with Russian backing.
The Attorney General and co president discuss potential resignations and possible increases in pay as authorities prepare noon remarks in Washington DE. Officials reference the Secretary and a planned secision.
Fragmented dispatch describes Zapatistas preparing to evacuate Mexico City with foreign diplomats guarding against looting. The report notes advice from border sources that Huerta loyalists and federal officers will not interfere, amid tense capital conditions and near-term movement.
More details from Ambassador Gerard expand on his report that Germany will likely end submarine warfare against unarmed liners. The note warns Americans traveling on certain cargo ships must sail at their own risk, signaling a cautious but favorable position.
London reports the first year of warfare will cost England about $5 to $6 billion, with government plans described as a monster effort. The article notes debate over wartime spending and warns of political friction and shifts in leadership.
The closing Chautauqua night drew praise for Miss Nielsen and the decorated stage. Thomas Brooks Fletcher led signups for next year’s event, while Fletcher’s talk on The Martyrdom of Fools impressed attendees. He warned of consequences for folly and lauded reformers including Bryan and Wilson as moral leaders.
County treasurer John Li Clark will sell nine sets of gravel road bonds tomorrow. Bids must be used within the county and delivered by month end. Bonds pay annual interest, are non taxable, and total about 29 bonds in multiple township issues ranging from 100 to 350 dollars each, with various holders including Elijah Radelitt Dudley Ellis and Thomas Cochran among others.
The text presents fragmented discussion of two well types described as sprangle forms or spider leg shapes. It contrasts quality versus quantity, noting dry wells and a distinction between two styles. Specific claims about Barr and slazger are unclear.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe fortified units and positions near Petrograd with mentions of Grand Duke Nicholas and tireless front movements. The text references northern and southern seatward movements and a troubled front, but details are unclear.
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