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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1922

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Shopmen adopt Baltimore peace plan for 15 percent return

Chicago policy committee of the shopmen's union endorses a Baltimore peace plan allowing about fifteen percent of the 490000 striking workers to return on certain terms. Vote tallies showed divisions within the committee with E E members and Secretary Butler reporting approval. Several railroads named include St Paul Northwestern Baltimore & Ohio Southern Seaboard and others as part of the settlement affecting about fifteen percent of total mileage. Negotiations aim at a nationwide settlement following a pattern seen in the coal strike, with further talks to follow and a public statement due at 6 pm from union headquarters.

Chicago Shopmen’s Union Baltimore United Press Butler Gary Shopcraft Union St. Paul Northwestern Baltimore & Ohio Seaboard Eo Jewell Jewell Pennsylvania Miinais

Dorsey on Witness Stand in Double Murder Trial

The trial resumes after the court grants a new jury to try Dorsey for the killing of Willis. Key testimony includes John Alexander’s remark about Dorsey knowing a neighbor who would commit the crime and Dorsey’s reaction. Evidence shows Dorsey’s distress after the murders and accusations from Turner Willis’s family about the motive and demeanor surrounding the case.

Potarshire Lal Othe Dorsey Turiur Durgey Willis Dordey Dorspy Turner Willis Mauric Hollon Lsey Lily Harring

Clerical Assignment Under Bishop Font at Winonahake Meeting

Fragmentary notes show Pastor Datkon assigned to the Decitur charge by Bishop H W Font at a conference of United Brethren Churches held in Winonahake MIC Dotdanaare. Bentley described as dormerde and ota VEY, with mentions of college and center proceedings.

Datkon H.W. Font Winonahake MW. Bentley Dormerde Ota Tdi Contead Dollege Weaeaene

Hospital Balance Shows Decrease in Finances

The hospital balance declined after a quarterly report. Income for the month included county funds and donations totaling several hundred dollars, with expenses listed for salaries, supplies, repairs, and building operations. The clinical report notes patient numbers, operations, and dismissals, while appreciation is noted for donors and contributors.

Dhavie Hospital Association Durling Quohini Aof Parvanien Dae Viess Ridaks Airust Feith Greg Word FINO Flome Loui O Association Miss Wolfe Burke Ce Ie Ilas

Mayors Back Indiana Bell Rates Fight in Federal Court

Indianapolis delegates from the Indiana Municipal League meet to support the Public Service Commission in defending a federal injunction suit filed by Indiana Bell. City officials discuss forming a lobbying committee to protect towns during the legislative session and oppose abolishing the commission.

Inmiianapolis Bell Telephone Company Public Service Commission Indiana Municipal League Legis Indiana Bell Hurger

Condition of Mrs Harding Improves at White House

From Washington dispatch dated September 16 reports Mrs Harding’s condition improving after a comfortable night. Temperature and pulse near normal, respirations steady, elimination increasing and tenderness swelling diminishing. Official bulletin notes rapid improvement as expected.

Hardinets White Toys Iola Norval Lesk Sawyer

Wabash Patoka Levee Case Set for October Hearing

The Wabash Patoka levee remonstrance hearing was scheduled for Saturday October 28 after a conference with Special Judge Craig. A large number of attorneys will appear and many witnesses and engineering experts are expected to testify. The levee project is estimated to cost about two million dollars and remonstrants argue the assessment exceeds their land value. Attorneys for petitioners include Reed and Embrye and Henry Scope.

Hrinedici Craig O Feensburg Itn

Train Service Pauses Between Vincennes and North Vernon

Train service on the B and O line will be temporarily discontinued starting Monday September 15. Passenger trains 5 and 66 will cease operation between Vincennes and North Vernon with final runs on September 14. Train No 6 leaves Washington at 6 20 AM as an east bound train and Train No 7 leaves Washington at 4 45 PM as a west bound train.

Vinvenues North Vernon Washington

Terre Haute Fire Destroys Mill Plant in Early Morning Blaze

A large fire at the American Homin Mill in Terre Haute destroyed the plant and vast corn reserves. About ten workers were injured as flames swept through the building and nearby homes. Firefighters say more shields could have saved part of the plant. insurance coverage is uncertain as recovery plans are unknown.

Terre Haute Ie American Homin Milly Tng Fallin Blass Witdow Nofse

Lodges Renominated In Wide Primary Victory

United Press reports multiple state primaries with Massachusetts leaning Henry Cabot Lodge for U S Senate by about 72,000 in a 3 to 1 margin. Michigan selects Charles Townsend as Republican candidate. Washington sees Miles Poindexter win a strong victory after siding with Newberry.

United Press Massachusetts Henry Cabot Lodg United Senate Michigan Charles Townsend On Call United States Senate Miles Poindexter Newberry Washington

Various Uses for Old Wooden Ships in War Surplus Sale

In San Francisco on September 13 the government announced 22 wooden ships built on the Atlantic coast during the war will be dismantled and sold as barges refitted for coastwise trade or turned into junk. George Perry bought the ships for 3317 dollars each at the Washington sale.

San Francisco America Atlantic George Perry Washington Yeaterday

Fire at Brown home leads to arrests in arson case

Fire at the home of Evas Brown on Dewey Avenue caused about 1500 damage. Fire chiefs said evidence of arson included a hatchet and coal oil soaked rags found near a chimney. Brown and Rose were arrested on an affidavit by owner John Cottée and jailed after pleading not guilty.

Evas Brown Herschel Rose Aken Curblody Aloon Walter Sullivan Bolica Gates Washington Brown John Cottée Cottee William Camp Fic Nalley Stone Othiers Ufinot Hurgseiel Nowe Brown Wan Rose Ia Squire Sherey Conurt Hoth Brown McCarty

Odon Defeats Jasonville in Low‑Scoring Battle

Odon edged Jasonville Velvets 1 to 0 on Sunday in a tight baseball game at the focal lot. Ward pitched for Odon, fanning nine and allowing only a single hit. Correil Haut Southard and Ward were noted in the lineup for Jasonville.

Jasonville, Led Odon Jasonville Velvets Ward Correil Southard

Pauline Williams Fright Triggers Throat Paralysis in Indiana

In Anderson, Indiana, 12 year old Pauline Williams, daughter of Mr and Mrs George Williams, developed throat paralysis after frightening prank by several boys dressed as ghosts. The incident occurred Friday night as the family encountered the ghostly robed youths. Pauline screamed uncontrollably and required hospital care the following morning.

Anderson Ind Pauline Williams George Williams Summitville Williams Pauline

Schoolboy’s excuse to skip class born of family duty

New York dispatch says a boy avoided school by telephoning Principal Laffin that he would not be in because he had to meet his wife. The principal investigated and found the excuse legitimate. The school serves youths under 17 who work part time.

New, York Tom Lawyer Mark Powain Laffin West Site Princi le Pot Srain

More Deputies Sent to Princeton in Labor Massacre Case

Fifteen additional deputy U S marshals were sworn in today and sent to Princeton Indiana about 35 miles from Herrin Illinois, the scene of the recent labor massacre. This with the number sent Monday brings the total number of United States deputies at Princeton to 25.

United States Indianapolis Princeton Ind Herrin Ill

Tariff Act Conference Report Heads to Senate Tonight

Washington dispatch says the House limited debate and approved the conference report on the 1922 tariff act with strong assurances it will pass and go to the Senate before night. Administration leaders aim to clear the decks for the controversial bonus debate and expect a stiff fight over the reclamation amendment.

Washington House Senate Money Chamber WIM

Germans to Turn Down Belgian Gold Deposit Demand

Berlin reports the German government plans to refuse Belgium's demand for 100,000,000 marks in gold as a guarantee that August and September reparations payments will be met. Belgium had refused unguaranteed paper and insisted on gold deposits despite Germany's assertion that such a plan could be possible.

Berlin Belgium Reparations Commission

Fountain donated to Eastside Park from Carnegie Library

At a Carnegie Library board meeting Tuesday night it was noted the fountain now at the library will be donated to the city for Eastside Park. Mayor McCarty announced the fountain will be moved to the park and properly installed early next spring.

Carnegie Library Eastside Park iMayor McCarty

Newberry’s Friend Wins Nomination in Michigan

Detroit reports Senator Charles Townsend, who supported Newberry in his unseating fight, was renominated as Republican candidate. Returns indicate Newberry’s ally secured the nomination amid party divisions in Michigan.

Detroit Charles Townsend Newberry

Violence claims bruise Chicago strike as union officials accused

Federal attorney charged that railroad shopmen union officials sanctioned and encouraged violence to hinder traffic during the strike. Arguments before Judge James Wilkerson sought a permanent government injunction. Baltimore peace proposal advances as shop leaders split. Evidence shows shopmen urged workers to quit and intimidate colleagues while the Daugherty injunction hearing continues.

Chicago Hopmen's Union United States A. M. McLaughlin James Wilkerson Baltimore Art M. Jewell Daugherty

Planned Turkish Compromise Sought by Allies

London Sept 13 An alleged compromise with the Turks would end the war by restoring Adrinople and a large part of Thrace, internationalizing the Dardanelles, and stabilizing Constantinople as part of a broader settlement discussed in diplomatic circles. The terms remain speculative as Allied views on the accord circulate.

London Constantinopioe Adrianoflea Thrace Hople Dardanelles

Janitor interrupts meeting of Strikers Policy Committee

A Chicago meeting of the Strikers Policy Committee was halted when a janitor, armed with mop and broom, ordered the nine member group out of the hall. The gathering adjourned until tomorrow morning with no action taken as officials debated next steps.

Chicago Shopcraft Policy Committee Soma

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