Knapp to Speak at Kiwanis on Government People’s Business
James M. Knapp of Hagerstown, longtime former speaker, will address the Kiwanis club on Government the People’s Business. The non-political talk aims to answer questions about Indiana government. Knapp, serving his seventh term, has held roles on crime and tax commissions and other government groups.
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James M. Knapp
Knapp
Indiana
Hagerstown
Rece
Hau
George Rogers Clark
Civic
Local Masons to observe Washington centennial event
Charity Lodge No. 0 will mark the 200th anniversary of George Washington with a joint Past Masters night this Friday. Dr. Logan Esarey of Indiana University will speak on George Washington as a Mason, followed by a Master Mason initiation for a candidate. about 150 members are expected, making it a major local celebration in Washington.
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Charity Lodge No. 0
George Washington
Logan Esarey
Indiana University
George Washington Ag
Esarey
Washington
SANE DOCTORS REPORT TODAY IN MARTIN CIRCUIT
August Jones, 61, confessed slayer of his father in February, was found sane today by a two-doctor commission named by Judge M. Ss. Hastings in Martin circuit court. The doctors J. A. Hays and J. W. Strange reported at 1:50 this afternoon after which final arguments began. The defense rested its testimony at 11:30 and adjourned to 1:30. Prosecutor T. McCarty opened the case and was ready at 2:30 for further proceedings. Frank Gilks represented the defense as the hearing continued.
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August Jones
M. Ss. Hastings
Martin Circuit Court
A. Hays
Burns City
J. W. Strange
Loogootee
T., . McCarty
Rae
Frank Gilks
Torneys
Central church event plans with refreshments and program
A church gathering will feature sandwiches, fruits, coffee, and hot chocolate. A committee has been chosen to prepare the program. Invitations extend beyond the Central church membership to include friends as well.
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Central Church
Bids for Road 57 paving expected soon
Indications point to bids for paving Road 57 from Washington to 4 point northeast of Elnora being received by the state highway commission by May 17 with a completion target later. St Magee, a highway official, says preliminary work could begin to enable a lettin soon. The 17.88 mile route involves several planned changes including bridge approaches and farm land alterations near Plainville and Elnora.
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Washington
4 Point
Elnora
State Highway Commission
St. St
Daviess County
William Metfntire
Prairie Creek
Lagoon Ditch
Filainville
Ellis Farm
Pilaiville
Plainville
Pr Sland
Isle Widhd
Jess Killion
Thig
Homer
Bright Future Seen for U.S. Steel Industry
Hoboken New Jersey April officials of the United States Steel Corporation expressed hope for the industry’s growth. Chairman Myron C. Taylor told stockholders of the corporation their confidence in a favorable outlook despite uncertain factors.
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Hoboken
N. S
United States Steel Corporation Today
Myron C. ‘Taylor
Corporation & Their
Delinquency of Taxpayers Shows Big Gain
A 1932 survey by the Indiana 880 for Tax Justice notes delinquencies rose to more than 1,000,000 in Indiana. Total deficits by end of 1932 may exceed 20,000,000 as county treasurers report losses, with savings in state funds projected only if taxes are cut by at least ten percent. News discusses anticipated tax and fee shortfalls and calls for urgent public solvency measures.
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Indianapolis
Indiana
William G. Irwin
Warnier
Leithaven Cies
Rean Marther
Irwin
Ain Siars
General contract let for building at Indiana University site
Indianapolis April 19 The state board of agriculture let a general contract for construction of the Indiana University building at the state fairgrounds to Elliott and Meyers of Indianapolis on a bid of 71 thousand dollars. The total cost of the project will exceed 35 thousand dollars and the work is to be completed by July.
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Indianapolis
Indiana University
State Fairgrounds
State Board of Agriculture
Elliott &Meyers Oe
Mayor John W. McCarty improving after illness
Report says Mayor John W. McCarty is progressing well and on the road to recovery. Attending physician states no complications and he is reportedly ting along nicely at this time.
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John W. McCarty
Busy street scene with locals and city paving talk
A bustling day on the town with the sheriff’s car in view, residents and visitors comment on prospects for paving in all directions, a barber in shirt sleeves, youths eyeing baseball play, and a young woman recalling a gas run as she heads to Bat.
Doughnut Tires Arrive in Washington for Cart Service Stations
A new doughnut tire arrived in Washington destined for Cart Service Stations. The 7.50x15 tire carries 12 pounds of air and is described as more flexible than balloon tires. It mounts on the wheel with attached fitting, easing wheel changes.
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Washington
Cart
Viet
FIA Station Operates In Corner of Main Street
A filling station at the corner of nth hard State streets is in motion as pumps begin to operate and the station is expected to be ready early next week.
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Nol
Walltrys
Burial services for Mrs Cure set at Hlwood cemetery
Fragmentary obituary notes burial at Hlwood cemetery following services for Mrs Cure. The wake was held at 1326 East Van and her sister was present. Atkinson Creek burial arrangements are mentioned with Wil fis Funeral Home in charge.
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Ape Ie
iMrs
Van
Atkman Creek
Ining
Hlwood Wilfis
Who's Who Rules and Prize Details
Contest rules describe eligibility and answer correctness for a Who's Who challenge. It requires giving full subject names with initials, notes typographical variances, and prize amounts of 85 and 3. In case of a tie the prize is shared.
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Exceptic Craz
Kesmetatroh Jp
John Brown
Butt
John A. ‘Brown
Ely
Mystery of Local Firm’s Name Revealed
A partial clue puzzle recalls a long established business on Vie nm reet, once multiperson and now run by a single partner returning from Washington. A second riddle hints at a man with a two syllable first name where the second syllable sounds like a girl’s name, with a last name sharing a city official’s prefix.
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Bne
Washington
Fragmentary notice on store ownership and naming
The fragment discusses a former owner and current operators. It mentions a sister and niece’s husband guiding the business, lists merchandise of varying value, and instructs precise naming of the store as the present operators wish, with emphasis on avoiding certain names.
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Oon Hu Case Reappears In Local Notice
A fragmented OCR item mentions a person named Oon Hu linked to an 87 year old case. Other fragments note a former employee and a related matter in Pun Dae, leaving unclear roles and dates.
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Oon Hu
Hepa
Ern
Jacob Miller Home Damaged by Fire
Fire destroyed the attic and kitchen of Jacob Miller’s home at the southwest corner of Sycamore and South Meridian streets. Firemen battled the blaze for about an hour, causing several hundred dollars in damage and likely totaling the structure, with Miller carrying about 1500 in insurance.
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Lars
Jacob Miller
Syemore
Meridian Street
Miller
Bicknell Woman Taken by Death
Mrs William Melung died on Durbin Street after a four week illness. She was 70 years old and lived in Bicknell for many years with her husband. Survived by her husband six children ten grandchildren and six great grandchildren. She was a member of the I O O F.
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Bicknell
Wiliam Me@lung
Durbin Street
Noah
Edith Lenis Home Noted in Miss West District
A fragment mentions Miss Edith Lenis and a residence in the West Miss district, with unclear details about age or address. The readable bits suggest a local notice about a person named Edith Lenis connected to a home or property.
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West
Edith Lenis
John Simpson Buys Palmer Property In Almer
John Simpson, manager of the W. M. Simpson Lumber Company, has purchased the Palmer residence at East Ninth and Walnut. Remodeling began today and Simpson plans to move his family to the city next week after relocating the company offices from Paris Illinois to Washington.
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John Simpson
W. M. Simpson Lumber Company
M. N. Palmer
East Ninth
Walnut Street
Mr. Simpson
Paris
Washington
Mr. Simpl
Long
Indiana annual professional golf open dates set
Indiana's annual professional golf open tournament will be held June 13 14 and 15 at a blackjack course. Officers and directors decided the dates and another meeting May 1 will finalize arrangements for the event.
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Rnamenon
Indiana
Bapoks
New Mayor in Martinsville Succeeds Deceased Leader
Ralph K. Lowder is the new mayor of Martinsville Indiana succeeding George Schmidt who died two weeks ago. A former city attorney Lowder was chosen by the council and also serves as secretary of the Free Municipal League.
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Martinsville
Ind
Ralph K. Lowder
George ¥.Schmidt
Lowder
Ore
Free Municipal League
Cause of death by own action in Indiana in April
Fragmentary notice reports a death by self harm in Indiana with partial attribution to Harris referenced from 1947. No full names, dates, or circumstances are clear beyond the implied event and year.
Jasper Woman Undergoes Major Operation in Daviess Hospital
Mrs Bernard Miller of Jasper was admitted to Daviess County Hospital for a major operation yesterday. The patient is reported to be in satisfactory condition with medical staff continuing careful observation and treatment.
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Jasper
Daviess Hospital
Bernard Miller
Oe Daviess County Hospital
Toay
Parole Request Filed by Marry Billi E
Michigan City Indiana reports a parole request from Marry Billi E regarding potential pardon. Details remain sparse as officials consider the petition and related records.
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Michigan City
Ind
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Jelley
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