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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1917
Page
5
Dr Knapp to be seated at the Hyatt House in Washington on Monday July 2 for unspecified duties. The notice provides limited readability and lacks details on event type or host.
Grain prices show steady to higher movement with corn and hay holding firm while oats and wheat show mixed trends. Livestock receipts reflect steady demand with steers and cows trading around mid teens and sheep near ten dollars.
A mixed set of humorous and cautionary notes for travelers at sea and home. It mocks etiquette aboard ships, urges not to interfere with captains, hints at sea lore and humorous dangers. The piece blends playful advice about navigation, etiquette, and a bedtime quip about a girl and pantry tart fears.
Washington June 30 the Interstate Commerce Commission denied railroads plea for a 15 percent average freight rate increase. It signaled possible 14 percent gain in the Eastern district and about four percent gross freight revenue from class rate adjustments. Tariff suspended to Oct 28. Officials warned of grim prospects but the commission offered relief if railroads’ income faltered and urged improvements in service.
A chaotic text fragment alleges German germ factors for producing and spreading deadly disease to defeat foes. It cites engineer William Howard Cole, linked to a French mission, and mentions alleged outbreaks and cited locations in a garbled narrative with unclear details.
The Liverpool Cotton Association adopted regulating trading in raw cotton to curb speculative dealings. Futures price adjustments will be set by the committee based on prices in the southern United States and Alexandria for Egyptian futures, with buying limited to specifiers and importers.
Springfield MI June 30 the fiftieth general assembly adjourned a meeting shortly after 2 PM. Governor Lowden veto messages were filed, totaling just over a million in value or impact.
New York June 39. iry Humiston the woman lawyer who solved the Ruth Cruger case was urged by hundreds of letters to direct a crusade against grave robbery in the city. Swann asked her to lead the campaign and reform groups appealed for her decision within a week. Police, stung by criticism of handling Cruger murder, intensify efforts as three missing girls aged up to 17 were found in a cottage near Peekskill after being lured away by three men. detectives seek the alleged abductors.
Washington reports a clash over draft exemptions as pacifists and objectors are blamed for seeking loopholes. The debate centers on who qualifies for exemption and how religious recognition must be, with opposition spreading across midwestern and southern states and intense political charges flying between factions.
A chaotic report describes a bank closure after guard actions and crowd unrest. Details are unclear due to damaged text but mention of officials and potential legal scrutiny in France and France related processes. The piece notes fear of unequal treatment and pending court involvement.
The National Security League appoints Menken as president succeeding Robert Bacon the former U S ambassador to France. The move comes as the league elevates its leadership and aligns with military and national defense priorities.
Decatur NL reports that after Washington coal operators agreed to price reductions local Decatur coal operators increased the cost per ton by 50 cents, making the new price 35.00 per ton at the mine. The move contrasts with the national price cut and affects local buyers and vendors.
Travel writer Prof. D Carruthers describes Bokhara as a walled capital with eleven gates and a vivid scene inside its walls. He notes the city’s mosque cleanliness and bustling bazaars, calling Bokhara the heart of Central Asia and a perfect example of an ancient oriental city.
A German telegram from Copenhagen reports that Norway and Minister Thien condemned the alleged bombing and warned of a protest to Berlin. A Norwegian location in Berlin was ordered to inform the German government of the incident and seek a firm response from Germany. Norway awaits Germany’s reply.
Fracking fragments show a social gathering hosted by Mex Frank Smith of past Oak with Red Cross crafts and ice cream. Guests include Meg, J IM Titty, Mrs L L Whetsell, Mrs W Walters, Mrs Cragk Smith, Mrs Abia ONeal, and many others. fishing day added later with local residents planning July 13 event at Eastside lake.
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