17 Sep 1921
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1921
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR describes names Burris about five and Charles about forty near a wood by their home four miles from Retbatord. Details are unclear due to garbled text. cannot confirm full event or location.
A fragmented report outlines how tax dollars are allocated, noting 44 cents of every 100 paid support education while other shares fund roads, benevolent institutes, memorials, general county expenses, rents, and city costs. The board plans a statewide assessment seeking funds for a special project.
Willem W. Sinclair, a foreign resident of Washington, died at home of his daughter Mrs. Ethel Ward in St Louis. Funeral planned for Monday at Concord Church with Rev. C. E. Son officiating. He previously lived on East Van Trees Street, survived by two daughters and two sons, with services and burial to follow in local customs.
United States government has submitted a new proposal to Japan for settlement of the Yap question. Secretary Hughes sent a memorandum to the Japanese government in authoritative quarters here. The move appears in response to a Japanese offer for settlement in principle. The proposal seeks to resolve American objections to Japanese action regarding Yap as a cable station and for other cable purposes.
Fatty Arbuckle's arraignment on a manslaughter indictment in the Virginia Rappe case was continued to September 26. San Francisco officials debated murder charges while Brady sought more funds for the probe and Arbuckle remained in custody awaiting the rescheduled hearing.
Fifteen armed bandits raided a New York air factory in Brooklyn on September 17 and escaped with forty eight barrels of whisky valued at 15000 dollars. Two watchmen were overpowered. One watchman was later arrested on suspicion of collusion with the bandits.
In Hiramington Indiana on September 15 an official notice states that women employees at Showers Furniture Company except office staff will be discharged immediately to make room for ex servicemen with dependents. About one hundred women will be affected.
A chaotic night erupted as hundreds swarmed a theater to seize and burn a Roscoe Arbuckle film titled Ratty. Police failed to halt the protest, and the demonstration disrupted screenings amid furious public reaction to the controversial screening.
James Fy former governor of Indiana heads to Russia with the American Relief Administration to aid famine districts. He joins a mission led by a valiant director to Moscow, planning to work through famine relief and be wholly at disposal for the effort.
A scrambled report from Patoka and Greys speaks of a evenly matched lineup featuring Cullop and Witherspoon as key players. The town team looks to leverage strong defense and sharp shooting as they travel Monday to Evansville to face the Crescents in a notable regional clash.
The Jasper municipal light and power system claims it offers the state’s lowest electric rates after comparing figures across towns. City officials highlight Jasper’s six cent residential kilowatt hour rate as among the lowest, with other cities like Tell City and Princeton cited for higher charges. A local campaign emphasizes Jasper’s affordability to attract business and residents, mailing circulars about cheap electricity. In another note, Paris Goodwin of Cuba reports a farm accident where a cord failed, dropping a heavy frame and injuring him with a head wound.
Fragmented dispatches describe Lloyd George and republican leaders debating terms for a conference with Torcigai power. Officials discuss forming a delegation of a sovereign state and negotiating a treaty while pledging allegiance to the empire. Dublin reports note cabinet meetings and evolving positions.
A fraudulent carnival scheme at the Knox County fair prompted police action and financial disputes. Vincennes Sun reported the affair involved overcharging patrons, misusing parking fees, and a bid to control fair grounds. William F. Housman, named business manager, was arrested for interfering with process serving. Attachments were filed against J E B Yenor of Indianapolis, and legal actions pursued by Vincennes Commercial and Witherso Poster Services. Sherr Adame stationed a man on the fair grounds to monitor ill receipts.
A fragmentary report cites Treasury official Crissinger noting belief in improved money conditions. The piece mentions Paul Trey, son of George, and references opinions on fiscal policy and prospects, though many details are unreadable due to damaged text.
In New York on September 17 a crowd around 10,000 gathered for an event tied to early whe its Hea, with figures and performances noted.
In Indianapolis and other cities a movement seeks to curb alleged excessive utility charges. Officials plan hearings to scrutinize proposed rates, aiming to protect residents and ensure fair service costs across multiple utilities.
Choking fumes blanketed a neighborhood as crowds of men women and children rushed into the streets. Many fainted and were overcome. Police counted about ten persons down on the road. The gas came from a blown cylinder head in a heat machine.
The Indiana conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church held its ninetieth annual meeting in Connersville with 50 percent holding its annual gathering. Conference officers announced overall funds of $84,672.44 for general religious purposes, up from last year. Officers elected include President Wm. D. Sarg and Secretary J. Ward, with trustees re-elected. A special disarmament report was requested for the Washington conference, due by Saturday. Re-elected officers include J. H. Doddridge and Y. S. Radleroff. Fifty years of service for ministers M. B. Hyde and J. Murphy will be marked with a joint semi-centennial service next session.
The army orders cut labor and force levels across departments, reducing manpower by significant percentages. Effective September 7, 80 plus men in key units face reassignment while other shops and divisions see downsizing to meet reduced material and motive power needs. Officials cite budget and manpower constraints as driving the reductions across the local command.
A memorial service for fallen sailors at the Brooklyn Navy Yard featured flag draped caskets and a procession by bluejackets. Denby addressed the crowd as Catholics and Protestants attended, and a humanitarian note recited by a chaplain accompanied the taps echoing over the river.
Fragmented OCR reads like a naval dispatch with mentions of Gi Ye, Rodman, Kane, and a country club. It references a night at sea then ashore, a draft, and a motor run toward a country club with unclear actions.
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