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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1939

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Sheep Shearing School Planned at Elmore Township High

A sheep shearing school will be held at Elmore township high school on Tuesday April 11 led by Henry Mayo of Purdue sheep department. The day features live demonstrations with power and hand equipment and a how to film on methods for farm flocks. Vocational teachers Greer El Nora McCoy Montgomery Kimmel Washington and Fasboldt Epsom attend with sheep project members. open to any farmer. Demonstrations run 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Elmore Township Henry Mayo Purdue County Greer Elnora McCoy Montgomery Kimmel Washington Fasboldt Epsom Sheep Project

John P Hayes Shot Self in Odon Context

John P Hayes, a 1904 Od en native and former city mail clerk now living with his parents in Odon, died from self-inflicted gunshot wound at his desk Sunday. The tragedy, discovered around 7:30, left Hayes with a brain-penetrating wound and instant death. He had lived in St Petersburg Florida and Vincennes before returning to Odon with his wife Law Swayzee no children. Survived by parents and several siblings. funeral arrangements to be handled by Huette Point Sons.

Ing Jns “Hayes Odén D. W Cora (Ward) Hayes Odon St. Petersburg Fla Vincennes Law Swayzee Eee Lane

Death Took Holiday When This Car Was Wrecked

A Sunday afternoon crash on Road 57 two miles south of Washington left Roberts injured when his automobile left the pavement struck a bridge culvert and rolled over landing in a field. He was removed by bystanders and rushed to Daviess County Hospital by ambulance where doctors found him dazed with a head bump. the car's path and wreckage were shown in a sequence of photos.

Ted Ee Wathington Lecall Bridge Roberts Daviess County Hossl Ai Roberts Spack Theearby Field

Leaders Fear War Expansion Amid Balkan Tensions

Reports from London, Rome, and Athens indicate Europe braces for possible Italian moves in the Balkans and Greek defenses after talks with British officials. Italy may target Corfu while Germany faces questions on troop shifts near Belgium and the Netherlands. Parliament convenes for a one day session as military precautions are heightened across Mediterranean France and northern Europe.

I. N Greece Europe Italy London France Cassett Corfu Germany Netherlands Rome Balkans Paris Mediterranean Athens John Metaxas Sydney Serepresec London Daily Express Amsterdam Alee Amsterdam Terdam The Hague

Roosevelt Returns From Georgia Home to Meet Hull

President Roosevelt flew in from his Warm Springs retreat and immediately met with Secretary Hull in Washington. They carried recent European crisis dispatches as Italy invades Albania and fears of a new general war grow. Roosevelt, smiling, waved goodbye to locals as he prepared for further talks.

Washington INS Roosevelt Georgia Cordell Hull Europe Hull Secy R Morgenthau Union Station Sa . Secy Dent Italy Albania Good S Germany Fmen Springs Foundation Chihgn

Car Coasts Down Bank Into Lake

A Hor rall family car slipped off a steep embankment beside the city light plant and plunged into the lake. The vehicle, partially submerged, was pulled out by a wrecker after the occupants returned from the plant. No serious injuries reported.

Stewart ‘Horrall City Light

William Krup Finishes Modern Apartments at Meridian

William Krup has nearly completed remodeling the property at 20 South Meridian Street, converting the large dwelling into strictly modern apartments. The site suffered windstorm damage earlier when the roof of the Biddinger machine shop blew into the air and dropped onto the dwelling.

William Krup Meridian Street Biddingers

Ebert Greenwood to Build Two New Houses on East Van Trees

Ebert Greenwood, owner of the big department store on East Main, is erecting two splendid new houses on East Van Trees which will greatly enhance the city’s appearance. Both homes will feature refined architecture with built in closets and modern conveniences.

Ebert Greenwood East Maintrees East van Trees

New Service Station Nearing Completion At Corner 50 And 57

A new super service filling station by John Kretz, building contractor, rises at the south east corner of the intersection of 50 and 57 and is nearing completion.

John Kretz

Barr Townchip Farm Bureau Meeting at Ry High School

The Farm Bureau invites members to a program at 7:30 o clock in the high school building. A notable program and guest speaker are planned. Members are urged to attend for a strong turnout and lively discussion.

Barr Farmall Ry High Achol Farm Bureau

Yatt Heads to Boston After Telegram Request

Yatt departed for Boston Massachusetts on Sunday night in response to a telegram, as reported in the dated clipping. The notification notes an urgent communication prompting the trip and reflects the period’s telegraphic ease of contact.

Yatt Boston Mass

Hospital Notes Incomplete Patient Updates

Fragmented notes report multiple patients admitted for major operations and procedures. Names and details are garbled, with mentions of Willis Wagler, a Mrs Cold Webber, Rob McCormick, Magia Jack Rudolph, and Ivanow, along with road addresses and times, reflecting an inconsistent hospital log entry.

Willis Wagler R. R Daniel Bré Hos Cold Webber Montery Yesteren McCormick Rob Street Magia Jack Rudolph Cone R. R Pry. i Plainville Ivanow

Delinquent Tax Sale On Today Recorded by Officials

Delinquent tax sale set for today with Auditor R. Ernest Clark overseeing records. Emer Detereans listed among properties with details partly scrambled in the OCR text.

Emer Detereans R. Ernest Clark Emia

Pan American Is Ready For Service

Pan American Airways is set to begin service as officials confirm readiness for trans Atlantic routes. The announcement, made in Washington on April 10, follows reports of aircraft preparations and regulatory clearances moving forward.

Pan-American Shington Piacaston Airway

Obituary of Mary A. Soeder Montgomery

Mary A. Soeder, 48, of Montgomery, died after a lingering illness of two years. Born in Washing ton on January 26, 161, she was a widow and mother of Peter. Interment will be in Peter's cemetery.

Oeder Remy Cavan Peter's Cemetery

More New Cars Are Being Sold in Indiana

Indianapolis April 10 An official report shows a sharp rise in new car sales in Indiana during the first quarter. Commissioner Mark Rodenbeck notes sales so far this year exceed the pace for 1938 despite the full year forecast of 33,316 cars.

Indianapolis Indiana Mark Rodenbeck Motor Rodenbeck

Bergdoll to Sail From Germany Soon

After nearly 20 years as a fugitive, evading capture in the United States, Ernst Bergdoll prepares to surrender his defiance and return home aboard an American liner. His decision follows pressure from authorities and a reduced chance of leniency without a deal.

Moat Notoous Bergdoll Npt Ake

Navy Flyers Die in Crash During Target Practice

Two Navy aviators Gu and Dunagan died when a plane towing a television target failed to pull free from a dive, crashed, and burst into flames. Guthrie also failed to pull out of a dive, resulting in another crash and fatal fire.

NAVY Dunagan Guthrie

Map of Daviess County PUBLISHED in Washington today

One of the most complete Daviess county maps was distributed in Washington today by Allie A. Arnold of Vincennes. The sino colored lithograph shows farms owners names acreage streams highways and includes a county story. The map is the first printed for Daviess county since 1905 and accompanies a county history spread.

Daviess County Washington Allie A. Arnold Vincennes Arnold A. M. Bishea Helen E. Hasler Paris A. Hastings Daviess diang _ Daviess county Indiang

State Funeral for Sen Lewis in Senate Chamber

Washington reports a state funeral for Senator J Hamilton Lewis of Illinois to be held in the Senate chamber. President Roosevelt, cabinet members, the Supreme Court, and military and diplomatic representatives will be invited to attend the service with burial at national ceremonies planned following the funeral.

Washington Ins U.S. Senate J. Hamilton Lewis Illinois Senate Morrow Roosevelt Cabinet Supreme Court Army Navy Diploma Corps Lewis Washington Hospital W Art National

Memorial tree to be planted for educator Alva Fulkerson

The Washington Kiwanis club will plant a memorial tree for Alva C. Fulkerson, longtime educator and club leader who died last fall. The ceremony in the high school yards includes a brief address by Clyde Parker and invites public attendance.

Washington Kiwanis Club Alva C. Fulkerson Clyde Parker Fulkerson

Local churches report record crowds Easter Sunday

Easter services filled churches in Washington and Daviess County with sunrise services, Sunday schools, and morning worship drawing record attendance. Special music featured cantatas and choral performances at Central Christian and First Baptist, while other churches held 6 AM services and evening programs, reflecting a unified celebratory mood.

Jesus Christ Washington Daviess County First Baptist Sh ‘People’s Choir Central Christian Church East Hoge M. B Rondy Ellis 2. M Smiley King of

Seven Billion Spent In Current Year Treasury Total

Washington reports federal outlays reached seven billion dollars this year surpassing last year’s 5.7 billion as of April 20. Treasury figures show the year to date total ahead of prior period.

Washington Aret Ures Treasury

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John P. Hayes WM. Krup East van Trees ST Barr Farm Bureau RS. Etta Hyatts Critically Ill Hospital Notes Shepard Mary A. Soeder Tippecanoe Theington Liverpool Ton Avieng County Toe Tural Oral Turm Col Sen
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