28 Sep 1921
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 28, 1921
Page
1
A public house today held hearings on a proposed railroad consolidation. Officials and interested parties discussed the costs and potential impact on the country and confida Son.
Fragmentary text describes riverfront activity at night involving armed men and a signaller, with police arrest in progress. References to a spy ring and federal revenue agents appear in disjointed lines from the scene.
Washington September 28 The Senate opened a debate to repeal taxes on passenger and Pullman charges. An amendment offered by Senator McNary proposes January action to reduce costs and expand agricultural aid.
A garbled passage mentions a strike call possibly triggering action and quarantine measures. It references a horticultural topic and an uncertain term Logop de Tederdl, indicating confusion over the event or request in the text.
Incoherent OCR excerpt mentions British cabinet ministers and an attitude toward Valera and sovereignty. Readable portions imply a discussion of policy stance and possible international response. Names and exact actions are unclear due to text garbling.
New York date line Sept. 9 a patrolman found dead at Rivertide Drive with a revolver and four empty cartridges near his body. Police say the weapon and a possible poison were involved in the fatal incident. Authorities are reviewing the scene for clues.
In San Francisco on September 28 the court was to decide Fatty Arbuckle's fate before nightfall. The trial for the murder of Virginie Rappe neared its end as the defense rested yesterday and Judge Lazarus was expected to reveal whether Arbuckle would be held for trial or acquitted. The day was cold and the proceedings moved quickly.
Chicago reports another last minute clemency appeal for Carl Wanderer who was sentenced to death for the murder of his wife. Attorneys and friends urged Governor Small to grant a stay after the board of pardons refused prior clemency. The execution scaffold was prepared as sounds of hammering filled the jail corridor.
South Hessie Ind September 28 The will of Mrs Mary J Studebaker widow of J M Studebaker is probated as heirs inherit an estate estimated at one million dollars or more.
Paris reports Briand will attend the Washington conference in October with 29 for the conference, as announced today. A wreck near Meridan and Welnut streets left two autos damaged and one person injured, with the drivers unable to escape a head on collision.
Insurgent leader Howat loses ground as union executives push back against new wage and work-condition proposals. Ballots show 4,647 for Howat and 1,750 for Lewis supporters in a divided convention with 4,481 accredited votes. Washington faces Klansman pressure as the House plans resumed action next week.
A jagged OCR segment references a prosecutor and a gathering related to a court case. It mentions fathers and a call to data, but the fragment lacks clear subjects, dates, or outcomes, leaving the exact case and participants unresolved.
The article reports Ford outlining a clean politics platform promising a nationwide campaign to expose political corruption. He argues against using money to win seats and targets senators who engage in improper practices.
Sept 28 Virden Ind Detroit resident El dig Jackson and family escaped death when a truck without lights collided with their buggy returning home from Virden. The buggy overturned in a ditch, Mrs Jackson and infant injured, husband and older child treated for injuries. Officers noted headlights an issue in the accident.
Mrs Na Robinson wife of Dr George Robinson died Tuesday evening at their home after a cancer diagnosis. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 3:00 at the home conducted by Rev from the city. Mrs Robinson was the sister of Henry Sefrit of Vatest Township and leaves a daughter living in New York City.
Fragmentary report from Indianapolis notes Governor McCray opposing a policy change tied to a broad plan. The text shows unclear references to national or regional positions and a general stance against a toll or tax proposal amid ongoing discussions.
Sept 28 reports public leaders weigh abandoning goal efforts to Fueura temper approval of a general peace threat. The German and Austrian factions appear to align with Hungarian hopes amid a thirty-member Senate contingency.
An insane suspect Schroeder who had been committed to a sanitarium fatally shot Sheriff Woodworth as he entered a room in the Thomson residence. The event occurred after police attempted to take him into custody following a prior brutal incident. Schroeder, described as insane years earlier, was found at his home at 4309 Broadway. The scene showed a pool of blood and extensive damage as investigators described the gunfight and its lethal outcome.
A student repaired a broken flagpole pulley at the Southside School and raised the flag during a school program. Pupils, teachers, and onlookers joined in singing America and The Star Spangled Banner as cheers rang out.
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The trial of Thomas Smith and others against the White River Coal Mining Company was heard in court. George A. Faith was warranted from patent for the concerned case.
Fragmentary OCR cites a New York entertainment event with references to Kalgats and Potiilman, noting a recent broadcast and a misleading report. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
Council reviewed proposed expenditures amid tax levy concerns. Officials cited original estimates of 179 733.84 and listed line items including treasurer 3 014, clerk 35 125, and various department costs, with total expenses around 524 880 and interest 23 860.
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