22 Apr 1937
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 22, 1937
Page
1
In the Palmer Electric window a sign dated Norge Mara Ni is visible among items. The readable text suggests a local display or advertisement. Neeneeeeeunine fragment appears, but key entity Norge Mara Ni stands out as the named item in the display.
A garbled county audit dispute ties up court action. The fragment references real estate assessments and omitted properties, with an appeal process pending before the circuit court and county auditor involvement.
Lewiston Maine police arrested Powers Hapgood and four other members of the Committee for Indignation in New England during a march near a bridge. Others named include Mackesy and Erneg Ch. I. or anninerall dw ron of Auburn. The arrests followed violence linked to a strike. National Guardsmen were deployed to restore order as 400 soldiers arrived to quell rioting in Lewiston and Auburn.
A will dated October 27, 1928 was filed for probate. Ezra Mat handles witnesses and a named executrix is listed in the filing.
Scouters and parents attend the event led by Tier J. N. Barber as part of Friday night activities. The note references chilly conditions and the gathering of youths with leaders and guardians present.
The year’s commencement exercises are set for tonight in Daviess and Alfordsville with programs planned by local schools. Students, families, and community members are invited to attend and celebrate graduates.
Lt Gov Henry F Schricker and state fire marshal department education director Emmett Cox visited late yesterday for a short stop to inspect local facilities and discuss safety measures with officials.
Seven men were taken on as apprentices in several shops. The new workers join existing crews, signaling growth in local trades and promise of expanded labor capacity.
National League game at Boston postponed by rain. Starting pitchers listed Derringer and Brennan. American League matchup notes Stratton and Knott with no full game's result available.
Representatives from Routt and Zintical Arthur Madden were in Washington to finalize letting contracts for major work on a newly remodeled local building. The project includes extensive hammer casing, a parking lot, and rear improvements between Main and South streets.
Wind Indiana April 22 wire thieves 24 year old Clar hite and Jerome Hayes pleaded guilty in Superior court at Vincennes to petit larceny for stealing copper wire and lightning rods from Miss Mary Wheler's wheatland area farm. They refused counsel, no jail return pending sentence, wire valued at 15 dollars, caught by sheriffs officers after a county-wide search traced missing materials to a junk dealer.
Roy Love of Gannesburg underwent a major operation this morning. Mrs Franceser of Jersey ig underwent a major operation. Sanders, Loogootee R. R., was admitted for medical treatment. Mrs Danewood Guy, R. R. 2, had a minor operation. Frank Ginet of 510 Grove Street submitted to a minor operation.
Mathew Donahue, 57, a San Pedro mechanic, was booked on suspicion of murder after a young hula dancer died from burns she suffered when Donahue allegedly set her grass skirt ablaze at a local club. The incident occurred April 22 as investigators gathered details of the fatal blaze.
A mosque shrine is located within Johannesburg's railway station serving Muslim travelers. The site provides a place of worship and rest for passengers passing through the station in South Africa.
In Will Betérmikie discussions, fate of Austria is debated with emphasis on political outcomes and potential policy shifts affecting the region. Officials and commentators weigh historical ties, diplomacy, and possible alignments amid mounting regional tensions.
An alumni association meeting led to plans for a reunion banquet and dance for the classes of 1912 and 1917. Dr Charley Kiley chairs the 1912 program committee with Edith Flick Ralph Haatgs and Mrs Ralph Smead named. Tickets are selling rapidly and the event promises to be the best ever held in Ripley.
A young miner was seriously injured when a cap exploded during a sweep near a mine shaft. He stepped on the cap, causing the blast that wounded him. Authorities reported the incident occurred as workers were clearing debris in the mining area.
Weather note shows yesterday's temperature around 63 degrees with light winds and no precipitation. A brief regional reading indicates mild conditions and a calm atmosphere, suitable for outdoor activity despite a warm afternoon.
Bernice A Crabe died this morning on the north edge of the pits at deep o'clock after a week of illness. Born April 1933, she was the daughter of Watt Kizie Crane and Smith. Survived by parents and brothers Willard and Albertay. Funeral Friday at 9, at residence, with burial in Woodsidy cemetery. Emil Norris & sons to handle arrangements.
An excerpted note from the Christian Monitor discusses preservation of peace as a global objective. It highlights Britain’s concern with worldwide stability and the role of national means and methods in contributing to a universal peace movement.
Thieves struck the Melrose Park post office early in the day, stealing about 9,000 in stamps. It marked the second time that year the post office has been looted, following a prior break in two weeks after the building was completed in 1935.
A young woman was fatally stabbed in New Orleans in a reported violent incident. Police have identified a suspect and are investigating the motive as detectives gather witness statements and review surveillance footage. Local authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
A.M. Bishea, county CPAL speaker at the Kiwanis club today at noon at the Meredigh hotel spoke on agricultural information for Fort Loom May and tl. Harry Gruelle served as alternate.
The Daviess County Sox conservation club will hold a meeting Friday. Members are asked to attend to discuss upcoming events and club activities.
Local trade and industry report improved activity with total activity up about 20 percent by March 1936. Coal mines ran busier than in prior March, aided by forward buying in anticipation of potential labor disturbances.
Linton Miner, a 59-year-old miner, was found dead from a shotgun wound. Fred Huffman Sr, 59, reported the incident dated April 22. Surviving family includes a son, a daughter, and a wife. A football-related note mentions Indiang State.
The death of John H Sutton is noted with visitation by friends and relatives. Services are planned, with Rafferty and Mrs. listed among attendees, as the community mourns this loss in Redhat Township.
In 1894 Washington saw its first streetcars tiny and crowded with sixteen passengers drawn by teams. The system used a combination driver and conductor with a whip. A stock company led by QuisiC. Fritch and William Me alton built the cars and laid the route along Main Street before passing to Zephaim, owner of the plant, as service expanded.
Organized labor factions claim a split in Georgia with roughly half the delegates walking out of the federation convention. Francis appears as a representative of the action of labor. The disputed leadership and party dynamics shape the proceedings and future union strategies.
Rollie Moren chaired the interclub relations committee meeting with mixed reports from Secretary C H Migr and others. Mayor J W KitcoIting and Fat er Rouck attended, while Wanian presented the program and noted various items.
A fragment suggests a Friday start for a work or event titled Afraid to Low, with unclear context and heavy advertising space interrupting text. No further discernible details or named entities are readable from the fragment.
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