07 Aug 1935
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 07, 1935
Page
1
A garbled line references a night show and a plan to buy on favorable terms. It mentions means of reaching a decision and suggests a purchase of merchandise or accessories, but the text is incomplete and lacks clear subjects or outcomes.
A city girl was awarded the Theatre Bank money after weeks of concern over previous partial payments. Ned Loggootee was named in connection with the award.
A Plainville man was arrested today on a criminal charge. Police reported the suspect denied the allegations and requested legal defense. The case proceeds as investigators continue reviewing evidence gathered at the scene.
Fragmentary notice indicates a fruit and vegetable market opening during the coming week. Readable portions reference the event timing and market focus, though details on location and hours are unclear. Families and vendors may anticipate fresh produce and market activity in the neighborhood.
Paul Lamon and Esther Brow win two of the favored club scholarships announced today by Mrs. N E Helderman who oversaw 18 applicants for the awards at Vincennes University.
Chicago August 7 The estate closed the case with prosecutors expecting Mrs. Blanche Dunkel and Evelyn Smith to face the electric chair after jurors found they plotted and tried the torso murder of Vin Lang Lang’s dismembered body was found near Hammond Miss Josephine McKinley was involved in the plot and testified in court
The Chamber of Commerce plans a city wide Back to School day on Wednesday August 21 with free picture shows a parade and many contests. Harry M Palmer leads a committee including Sam Scott Mel Meyer Karl Hall Payne Pat Donnell John Sceinsel and Otis Chester to organize the events inviting thousands of children and families to downtown Washington for a day of entertainment and prizes such as bicycles pets dolls and pushmobiles. Weather potential may affect the parade and activities as organizers finalize subcommittees and schedules for the celebration.
The eight ounce infant, first child of parents Theresa Borelli and??, born at 6:25 am at Van Wyck Hospital Jamaica. Despite incubator support and oxygen, the baby worsened and died at 6:45 pm after a prolonged attempt to save life. Dr Lester Uels pronounced the death.
The Graham Race Track and Fair Association plans a three day race meet on August 27 28 and 29. Adults will handle stock and agricultural exhibits while children receive recreational facilities provided by a Rushville enterprise. A mix of amusements and educational displays aims to promote rural life progress.
County officials yesterday set a daily fee of 3.50 for appraisers Edgar Pershing and James Colbert on the Orttersville road project. They will pay their own expenses except when called from the road community for business, then 5 cents per mile traveling expenses. A permit was issued for Charles after boundary claims.
Busy hours at Williams Pharmacy as a Black Widow mother spider lays eggs and about 1 000 spiderlings emerge from a large egg. Bert Sst, a light plant employee, captured the mother four days ago and helps display the tiny spiders in the window later today. The spider bears a red hour glass and a diamond on a deep black body, a rarity Streeter notes from past years.
Fire at the fore river plant in Quincy caused over 100000 in damage to the new 10 million cruiser Quincy and is suspected to be part of an international plot now under navy intelligence investigation. An American citizen was taken into voluntary custody in Boston.
Wheatland farmer Ralph Zollars died at his home Monday afternoon at 2 o clock after an eight year illness. He was 75 years, three months and 13 days old. He passed away following a long illness.
The new wheat control contract for 1936 39 sets an acreage equal to 15 percent above the base period for Hoosier growers and nationwide. It may be terminated early by growers after two years or at the end of any crop year. The plan includes adjustments for actual average prices and changes in land costs, with federal guarantees on compensation up to termination. An expansion of the Farm Act amendments also protects farmers and the government. Sign up will start after contract approval and printing. Farmers in the middle west are planting large numbers of trees meanwhile.
The government thermometer at the C. C. Feagans home recorded 97 degrees this afternoon before cooling breezes moved through the community. By 3 o clock the temperature had fallen to 94 as the season's high of 100 was noted several days earlier.
A grandmother Mrs Blanche Dubbel near collapse admits baying and a faded burlesque dancer Evelyn Smith forged the actual killing. A jury hearing follows with trial in Chi Peters. Harrington accused of murdering Lang, son-in-law of Mrs Dunkel to stop his remarriage.
Business leaders advocate safe driving to keep city traffic smooth and safe. John J. Kramer notes that much commerce depends on younger motorists entering town and urges civics minded, safety focused behavior to preserve a clean traffic record. He stresses compromise and safe speeds, warning against top speeds of 90 miles per hour.
Cleveland reports the worst flooding since 193? with Wellington counting a fatality and missing children near Rivers. Massillon and Buckeye towns face rising waters as reservoirs strain under trail of heavy rainfall. Authorities warn of potential dam breaches as rivers swell across northeastern Ohio.
Wiley Post and Will Rogers lifted their red silver Lockheed monoplane from Ren ton field at 9:20 am initiating a 10000 mile journey toward Alaska Siberia and beyond. Rogers accompanies Post as far as the initial leg and the pair are seen waving farewell. An unrelated note mentions nonvoting citizens and passport rules in Peru.
Rangers lowered ropes to two hikers, a man and a woman, after an overnight climb to the summit. The event involved a challenging ascent with the pair reaching the top before rescue and assistance.
Police quoted Nace saying he did not know the girl’s name until officers arrived. The report notes the suspect claimed he did not know how he led the girl to accompany him, and adds that Markey, chief jailer, provided some context for the incident.
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