16 Jun 1938
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Newspaper
Cambridge City Tribune
Location
Cambridge City, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1938
Page
1
The document presents the Lincoln High School athletic department earnings and spending for the 1937 38 school year. It lists receipts and expenditures covering funding sources and expenses related to athletics and student participation.
Miss Cora Straub escaped serious injuries last Wednesday while crossing Creitz park swinging bridge. She fell into shallow water, suffering a badly sprained ankle and body bruises, and was prevented from drowning by the shallow depth.
Mr and Mrs George Pohl of New Castle spent Sunday with friends here. The brief notes their social visit and time shared in the community.
Mrs Robert Dill of Richmond spent Friday visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Raymond Furgason.
Mr and Mrs Everette Hoover announce a daughter Judith born June 13 at Henry County hospital weighing seven pounds Mrs Hoover formerly Doris Moore of Milton. Mr and Mrs William Huddleston visited relatives in Winamac. Honoring Gladys Slonaker and William Webb of Cleveland Ohio their marriage occurred June 9 at the home of Rev McCormick. Various local social events include alumni meetings at Ball State and Miami University, bridge luncheon, Ridgeland church activities, and lodge gatherings in Wayne County.
Roger W. Babson argues the spending program cannot be stopped and urges businessmen to leverage it. He blames both business and labor for inflationary economics, calls for tax reform and freer markets, and notes a deadlock among consumer, worker, and manufacturer contributing to U.S. business stagnation.
The piece argues America has vast resources and a record labor force, yet stalls in a moodful eighth year. It blames a moral breakdown and widespread selfishness, urging businessmen to match government spending with advertising hiring and wise purchasing to revive growth. The author cites Wisconsin church delegates agreeing only righteousness and selflessness can save the nation.
In Iowa the New Deal suffers a setback as Otha Wearin is defeated. Edward W. Pickard analyzes the election results in Weekly News Review. William Bruckart ponders New Deal tactics toward unresponsive lawmakers in Washington Digest.
The Public Service Co of Ind installs modern long arm bracket lights across streets and alleys. The town board removes lower four arm brackets from cluster posts to prevent truck damage and tests a single globe design for brighter Main Street lighting, aiming for a practical, attractive solution for the business district.
Mrs. Kathryn Bland daughter of Mr and Mrs Harry E Stultz of Fort Wayne wed Franklin Shamel son of Mr and Mrs Will Shamel of Richmond in a June 10 ceremony at the First United Brethren church in Fort Wayne. They will reside in Richmond after a short honeymoon.
Paul Stratton of Anderson spent Sunday with home folks. Mr and Mrs B L Stratton accompanied Paul to Anderson Sunday evening to spend the evening with Paul and his wife.
National Chairman Sentinels of the Republic recalls Woodrow Wilson’s claim that the flag embodies unity power and purpose. He notes generations gave it meaning through freedom, sacrifice, and hope and asks what today’s Americans will contribute to its fabric. The text ties June 14 observances to wartime ideals.
Central School announces A and B honor rolls with students named by grade. Included are numerous pupils across grades 2 through 6 with multiple spellings and variants in names, reflecting a broad roster of top scholars and diligent average achievers.
List of students achieving perfect attendance by grade and section, including names such as James Hickman and Jean Donieker in 7B, John Becker in 8B, Hileen Beeler and Mary Clark in 9A, Denver Baker in 10B, Norma Beeler in 11B, Alberta Hutchins in 11A, Eva K. Bertsch in 12A, and Grade 1 and Grade 2 lists for last six weeks of term.
Dublin Indiana 4H club Dublin Diggers met at the school building June 7 for an all day session. Miss Agnes Glant county health nurse conducted a health exam. Helen Clifton junior leader spoke on characteristics of 4H club work and Martha Thom demonstrated making a tea towel. Mavis Kraft discussed measuring in baking and instruction on record books followed by games and songs. Next meeting set for June 21 from 9:30 to 3:30.
Observers note Indianapolis racers and others show slow, cautious habits. They emphasize judgment on turns and common sense, stating safety hinges on thoughtfulness, not haste. The message urges giving right of way over rushing.
Railroads purchased iron and steel products totaling nearly 360 million dollars during the previous year, signaling large-scale investment in infrastructure. The transaction underscores the sector’s demand for materials amid ongoing expansion.
The following named teachers have been elected to teach in the Cambridge City Jackson township schools for the year 1938 39 Pershing Martha Feemster principal Margaret Goar Dublin O B McCullough principal Mildred Robson Margaret Smith Central School Arnold M Harris principal Mrs Edith Hughes Rolene Elliott Madonna Owens Pauline Morris Eunice Ballinger Frances Ryman Leone Downs Lincoln High School L W Urn burn superintendent Floyd A Hines principal Pauline Woodward Margaret Griffin Paul Lamberson J C Smith Virginia Martin Edwin Craig Catherine Kitterman Helen Neidhardt Frederick W Jaehne Helen Allen James Barker A H Thornton James Bozarth Audra M Stam clerk
Dr. Loren Ake underwent an appendectomy at Henry County hospital early Sunday. He is recovering well and expects to return to his office in a few days.
Mrs. Harry Bachmann entertained with a luncheon bridge at her cottage at Lake Wehr on Wednesday. Guests included Mrs. Edwin Callaway of California Mrs. Clarence Ingermann of Connersville Mrs. Clayborn King of Centerville Mrs. Harry Thompson Mrs. Harry Stannah Mrs. Garland Lynam Mrs. Russell Stonecipher Mrs. K P Diffenderfer Mrs. Harry Kuster and Mrs. Horace Reed.
The Birthday Dinner club gathered Thursday at Mrs. B. L. Stratton's Maple Street residence. The obituary-style list notes services for Mrs. Harry Barrows of Greensboro Kentucky and attendees including Mrs. Charles Loeb Mrs. Dean House Mrs. Frank Ohmit Mrs. McKrahl Mrs. Mary Wright Mrs. Thomas Henley Mrs. Cora Bailey Mrs. E. O Paul and Miss Rose Griesinger.
Mrs Herbert Harrison formerly Ruth Highley of this city has been moved from Connersville to the local Nickel Plate station and will also oversee Milton station as clerk. Leo Lillybridge leaves the post for Muncie, while W C Pavey remains the smiling agent for Cambridge City and Milton.
Local residents hosted relatives and friends from Cambridge City Richmond Dayton Cincinnati New Castle and Hamilton over the weekend. Notable visits included Mr and Mrs Maynard Bertsch in Richmond Miss Ida Bertsch in New Castle and Dr and Mrs Sherrill Winter from Dayton Ohio.
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