07 Apr 1938
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1938
Page
1
Delinquent real estate tax sales will open at Daviess county court house on Monday morning starting at 40 o clock. Samuel H. Smith will preside with sale to the highest bidder. County Auditor R. Ernest Clark says there is time to redeem property by paying the amount due.
City schools announce a Sunday 2 PM Vesper Hour in the high school gym. The first program honors W H Kiefer, with soloists and a band selection lineup led by Mildred and others. Contributions welcome to support the new community musical event.
The poem fragment outlines a contest for school pupils in every state with prizes including an airplane trip financed by a government postal program. It notes eligibility tied to school curriculum and age, and specifies entry size and entry period details.
Indiapolis April 1 1939 public day proposals outline non interest bonds to fund feeder roads totaling about 800000 dollars. Projects will be financed mainly by federal and state funds as a major part of the 1939 road program. Includes grading and surfacing in Pike and Daviess counties along nine to twelve miles near White River.
Jerry Brown of 1101 Grand venue reported his 1934 Chevrolet coach with license 225 270 stolen from his curb last night. Police said another three Washington thefts in recent days were joyrider related and all but Brown’s car were recovered undamaged. Later reports stated Brown’s vehicle was found abandoned near Webster Lumber yard on West Herron Street.
Friends of Mrs Rex Brazelton formerly of this city and sister of Albert Kocher regret to learn of her serious illness. Mr and Mrs Brazelton moved to Denver months ago and have kept their home in the state. Mrs Brazelton is in Denver General hospital with little hope of recovery, according to a word received by her brother Wednesday.
Reverend J Edward Murr pastor of the First Methodist Church of Washington will be the speaker at Sandborn high school commencement exercises on the night of April 20. An official notice confirms the address details and timing for the graduation event.
James Boreing a transient from Nashville Tenn arrested yesterday on a charge of public intoxication paid a $1 fine and court costs and was sentenced to the penal farm on a guilty plea in city court this afternoon.
Mayor Joe Kimmell of Vincennes was the principal speaker at the Rotary Club luncheon at the Meredith hotel. He recounted his 1936 trip to Vincennes France and spoke on European attitudes toward war and impending conflict. Three new members Ed Cavey Paul Elmore and J Winton Allen were welcomed and Robert Dillon was introduced as senior guest.
Fragmented OCR reports widespread winter trouble. Power outages hit southern Kosciusko County including Lake, Burket and Clay. Snow and sleet caused disruptions, with Chicago recording a record 9.1 inches. Flood risks rise as snow melts and forecasts warn of more snow to come.
A fragmentary hospital note records minor surgery performed this morning. Visible names include Filiani A Killion and Edgar Stephens of Jasper, with mentions of RFD 3 Derwent. Further details are unclear due to text damage.
A fragmentary OCR reads names including Allison Gene, William Pal hier, Helen Kari, Ruth Anger, Marian Maton, Reba Feagans and Margie Hamersly in a local community notice.
Shoals Ind April 7 A jury in Martin Kett court this morning found William Grow 25 of Loogootee guilty of receiving stolen goods tied to a ring and automobile theft. He was fined 10 dollars and costs, with total penalties around 4 200 dollars cited. A week hence a criminal case of embezzlement involving Sims is set for trial.
A fragmentary report notes a girl involved in a case described as the ship's shadow incident. Details are unclear but imply an inquiry or legal action surrounding the girl's role and fate.
Principals supply dates for ceremonies and secure speakers for the events. April 21 remarks by Rev. Able and April 22 address by J. Harold of Boon appear on the schedule, with speakers directly chosen by organizers.
Dr and Mrs A G Blazey have moved from N E Tenth Street to the Pegideyee at 107 FN. M Seconi.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions ages and numbers, with no clear event or entities. Summary highlights limited readable items, including references to 1988 and canine terms, but lacks a coherent news item or names to anchor a proper card.
The Board of Election Commissioners announced 30 000 primary ballots to be printed for the upcoming county primary. County Clerk T. Myers supervised the process and ordered the print run, allowing one and a half times the number of votes cast for the secretary of state in the last general election, with additions in five precincts due to past variances. Official Republican county ballots 10 121 with 150 samples, Democrat county ballots 9 875 with 510 samples, city ballots allocated to balance totals, and extra half adjustments described.
A White House meeting with Au brey Williams and others focused on finalizing a plan to restore public purchasing power. The plan envisions a $1,5000,000,000 loan program to cities and counties repayable in 50 years, with 2 percent annual interest, to stimulate demand and boost heavy industry cooling inflation pressures.
Word was received here today of the death last night of Minnié Carnahan formerly principal of the Walnut street grade schools. She lived in Cal., where she made her home with Miss Carolyn, a daughter of Ezraly. The deceased will be long remembered in this community. She
Detroit April 7 The long simmering fury of street car men denied seniority and city elections sparked a strike crippling transportation. The 1,200 buses and other facilities were affected while a session between Railway Commission members and union leaders continued. A rival union, the Motor Car Operators Union, continued to run some services.
A legislative body tentatively approved a bill modifying capital levies and related funds. The measure involves changes to payment, costs, and assessments. Officials and entities were listed in the text as part of the bill's scope and proposed adjustments.
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