01 Dec 1938
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1938
Page
1
The Walton group Mrs. Car Vollmer and Jerry Smith fished at Hill old bed when ice proved ice free and water. They persevered through several hours, landing four bass in total as others nearby reported catches up to over three and a half pounds along Prairie Creek.
Members of the Holy Name Society will meet at 7 30 tonight at the Kellet Mortuary to recite the rosary in tribute to Walter W McPherron whose death occurred Tuesday The funeral will be held Friday morning in the obituary notice style and timing.
District Governor William Lit visits the Rotary Club in December, meeting club officers and members to discuss service projects and international aid efforts.
Over 50 county residents attended a Farm Bureau event at Dewey's Cafe to discuss the organizational membership drive. Addison Drake of Sullivan County was the guest speaker, outlining goals and benefits of joining the county federation.
Mrs Delbert Wright of North Street was taken to her home after a major operation two weeks ago. She is reported recovering nicely and back at home this afternoon.
Sheriff Milton H Fitzgerald and Chief of Police Hbdy Opell left for Pendleton reformatory with Roy H Gray who was recently sentenced to serve one to four years for burglary.
Andrew Perry of Mt Carmel Illinois sues Dr Jance Funk of Vincennes in Daviess circuit court for 25000 in personal damages claiming a broken leg from a hit run incident on February 28 1935. He alleges improper setting and medical care caused permanent crippling and extended hospitalization seeking judgment of 325.
Mrs Sarah Elizabeth Barley aged 67 dies after a year long illness at her son Arnold Barley's home in Bogar township near Odon Indiana Burial will be at Concord cemetery funeral services scheduled for Friday at 1 30 pm at the Methodist church in Boom conducted by Rev J A Fields Poindexter and Sons in charge of arrangements Survivors include children Mrs Tom Morgan Plainville Arnold Barley Mrs George Vowells Odon RR and Austin Barley brothers and sisters in Indiana Missouri and Illinois with several relatives noted UPI style obituary notices omit sensational details for local readers
Kiwanis members of Washington enjoyed a Wednesday song fest at the Blue Bird Cafe with a quartet, guests Ballard Wallace and John Vance at piano, and Omar Dycke leading community singing. Officers-elect attended a Petersburg instruction school, with a future Washington session planned before December 15. A proposal to plant a tulip tree in memory of late A. O. Fulkerson was advanced, to be placed between Walnut street buildings with a dedication ceremony.
Announcement here states Max Blins of New Castle will manage the Merrit Shoe Store in Washington, succeeding William Massie who has served as manager for several years. Blins has arrived to assume duties, with Massie’s new location to be announced by the company.
The Supreme Court reverses a prior ruling in a Citizens Bank of Elnora case. Depositors and creditors argued partners are liable for bank obligations. the court holds that the bank was solvent and liable partners can be pursued, overturning a demurrer. The decision adds law on partnership liability in insolvent bank liquidations.
John A Dyer longtime Harrison township resident died after a lengthy illness at Madison State Hospital where he had been hospitalized ten days. Born June 19 1866 in Pike County he moved to Daviess County in 1912 and joined Waco Church of Christ. Survived by wife four sons Barney Harve Raymond and one more son with nine grandchildren and a sister. Funeral at Oak Grove Church Reeve Township with Rev W B Boston officiating. Burial in adjoining cemetery. Temperatures report noted with high 56 and low 35.
The article outlines a massive plan to shift U S industries into high gear for wartime mobilization. It cites key industrial selections, mass production, and standardized fighting implements to meet potential conflict with Asiatic powers, with the War Department coordinating schedules and safe completion of readiness.
The article describes Santa Claus in a snowbound parade scene with a seven member sled team and a pair of live deer exhibited on a float. Deer are wild and housed in a cage for display amid the festivities.
Daviess county records show November income from licensing and fishing permits totaling $926.50 with over 600 licenses sold. County Clerk Rascée T. Myers notes non resident permits at $15.50 each and a $1.50 license fee. overall income appears higher than permits issued, though fewer licenses than expected.
A tragic transport collision in Denver left 26 students dead and many others injured. Officials report the crash involved a train and a bus, with the driver Farrell Silcox among those affected. details remain incomplete as the city hospital treats the injured and investigators probe the scene.
From Panama to Lima, the United States delegation led by Secretary Cordell Hull sails for the eighth Pan American conference opening in about a week. Observers note the agenda resembles that of Buenos Aires, with some delegations reportedly carrying confidential instructions to raise key debatable issues. The article also mentions the Queen Mary’s rudder weight of 140 tons.
A nostalgic look recalls Christmas after World War I ending and the Allies including the American army. It notes a ceasefire mood, the Watch on the Rhine, and American troops in Europe unable to discharge. Hunger maps show Europe’s needs while America shared abundant food with desolated countries.
Washington dispatch reports Mary Brown, 18, a Notre Dame Academy student, was abducted by two men as she walked home with her sister Lucy. Lucy escaped by crawling under a fence. Mary fought and may have died. Father William Brown, a government employee, and authorities, including Judge Edward Curran, pursued leads. A 86-year-old white man was detained for questioning as police traced footprints and searched Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania for the missing girl.
C. W. Ryan and Joseph Al. Ryan of Syeeeeacat were guests at the French Lick Springs Hotel from Monday through Wednesday for the Indiana Highway Constructors annual convention. The program stressed recreational activities with only one business session.
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