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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1906
Page
1
Sullivan airmen considered drastic action against a sergeant, suggesting plans to end his authority or position. The motive and outcomes remain unclear from the fragments, but the note points to internal tensions within the unit and potential leadership conflicts.
Night sergeant Jobin Sullivan broke up a theft conspiracy on Saturday night near the B and C Southwestern tracks. Amiclary Wireseed and Amiel Henry were charged with attempted theft of watches as Sullivan’s affidavit described. Henry was caught with a silver watch and was fined later, while others face continued investigation.
Salem Illinois Saturday saw three suspects identified as the men seen in Odin the day before the bank robbery. Sheriff James Smith of Salem, Pinkerton detective Shipley and a Terre Haute chief led pursuit, with the trio under guard at Marion county jail. The investigation ties them to a series of robberies and assaults over the past months.
Mrs Mayme Qualls home in Wheatland was destroyed by fire Saturday morning, likely due to a defective flue. The blaze quickly grew, endangering the nearby H B Wallace residence about twenty feet away. a bucket brigade saved that building. Bella O Malley, who lived with the Qualls, woke to smoke filling the room. Estimated loss around 1,000 dollars, largely insured.
Final returns indicate Indiana’s House of Representatives with 43 Republicans and 41 Democrats, yielding the Republicans the slim majority. The result mirrors a divided legislature amid postwar political tensions.
Henry Durst from northern Minnesota traveled with two small children to marry Mabel Lamb, a young woman from a prominent local family, after engagement by correspondence. The couple were married here yesterday and will reside at the estate.
Washington meets Vincennes in a high scoring, fast paced football battle praised for new plays and old style mix. Washington dominates with strong quarters, standout performances from Allen Wright and Oliphant, while Vincennes shows effort but relies on older tactics and defensive lapses.
A fire at a Marion County farm destroyed a large barn and much farming equipment. A horse and livestock were lost and property valued around $1,000 to $5,500. Officials suspect arson as the barn was set after a period of hiding and a ramp was found nearby.
I AAMES F. PARKS of Veale township and Mose to Bipatotsnt plan to move January 1st after buying 6600 dollars worth of land. F. Parks, a resident of Daviess County, is arranging to spend time with friends as they settle on 18a fawmile land near West Point and relocate their farm.
unclear OCR text indicates Rev Hodge cites prayer by Bishop Francis as reason for not being available for appointments in the southern state this week. Weather note appears but details are garbled. The fragment references a death and missing duties.
A new United States Express agent will take over in Merrick, Oklahoma, moving to manage 160 acres of farm land and shift focus to stock advising. The resignation of Battoh becomes effective this Saturday, with the former agent set to close deals on the purchase. Burton’s longtime role as agent ends as the company reorganizes local representation.
Presiding Elder Sghoanaver will travel to Warsaw Indiana to attend the conference of the United Methodist Church. Matthews of the central district will coordinate discussion on mission methods and plans for home and foreign missionary work.
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