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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1925
Page
1
In Sullivan Indiana on May 22 authorities identified the bodies of three boys found east of town. The victims were named in a note found nearby, with investigations ongoing to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The building committee reviewed bids for the general contract heating and electrical work. Low bids were read, with Sudduth Electric Co. of Washington offering $794.95 for the electrical contract and Eugene Olds of Vincennes at $1,350 for electrical work. The electrical award is expected tonight at 9. The heating bids ranged up to about $60,318, with other bids close in range.
The county issues revolver permits with a $1 fee and requires approval by two public officials. Citizens over 21 may apply through the county clerk, who handles dealer licenses for selling revolvers. Permits are valid across the state, and applicants must appear before a notary public to finalize the process.
Fragmented notes describe a wartime case involving the Big Four and a right of way near Maysville. Proceedings delayed until next Tuesday as defense seeks extra attorneys and prosecutors withhold hearsay data from cages while examining miners union actions and injunctions amid arrests and legal maneuvers.
An anti allied suit for ten thousand dollars against Pearl Pate was postponed after her illness influenza. The circuit court heard affidavits from Dr Braley and Dr Staley stating she was ill with fever and unable to attend. The motion for a continuance was granted to the next term to ensure justice.
In Chicago May James Gallan teed with bribery allegations and announced readiness to surrender while his attorney Callan denied the accusation. State's Attorney Crowe questioned Gallan at headquarters as Gallan vowed to curb tampering in the jury process. Crowe suggested a witness tampering plan by a man seeking jury inclusion and contested the case against Robert White, a key state witness. The chaotic proceedings colored the four day period with uncertain evidence and ongoing contest.
A strong dust filled windstorm swept from the south and west around 3 o clock yesterday afternoon, bringing roof damage and downed limbs on the Petersburg road. Winds caused telegraph and radio static in the city while higher ground areas saw stronger gusts and more damage, with reports of wrecked buildings in Crawfordsville and hail damaging greenhouses and wheat in nearby districts.
Richard Lieber spoke to Kiwanis and church members urging Hoosiers to conserve Indiana’s forests and water. He warned that 1.2 million acres of hardwoods remain, 2.3 million acres are waste land, and 150 thousand acres are cleared yearly. He urged reforestation and smarter use to boost timber, water quality, and state prosperity.
A gas heater exploded in a residence here causing one death and two injuries. Firefighters battled the blaze for about an hour before bringing it under control in the centive neighborhood.
A brief notice indicates a federal grand jury will report today. The report appears to reference timing for proceedings during the week and mentions a judge and Baltzelt in unclear context. The fragment preserves names and timing cues from the source.
An expected public statement by Bishop Chartrand of Indiana is anticipated today. Church officials and clergy gathered as the bishop's decision on a pending matter is awaited, with observers noting the proceedings and potential impact on the diocese.
Brazil Indiana May 22 Fred Schoff and wife Lillian along with Isac Schofftall of Terre Haute were jailed after a traffic stop exposed sixty quarts of bonded whisky in a car with only one headlight. Police charged them with liquor transport and related offenses.
The Buick sedan owned by Ben Owser was reported stolen from his Swillwau garage early Wednesday morning. Police investigation underway with no arrests announced.
The Presbyterian gathering will be chaired by Rev Bilis M Jones with Rev I S McIver delivering the sermon and Rev S Lo Martin giving the benediction. A program includes Anthem The te Music by the Asheriteaceaot i of A O Ful bergon and Song Come Almighty King.
Steve Sissock and Lambert Howard were arrested in the Wadesville Indiana bank robbery case. Two men and two women remained in custody awaiting extradition papers for their visa to Indiana.
An intense heat wave sweeps the Midwest and South. Heat prostrations are reported at multiple locations as temperatures surge statewide.
A worker at the American One mine in Bicknell fell from a scaffold on Wednesday. He was rushed to hospital with a badly broken left thigh bone and other injuries. The incident prompted standard safety checks by supervisor and state mine inspectors.
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