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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1940
Page
1
A funeral service for a local resident named Hembree was held today at 2 PM conducted by Rev. J W McMurtry. Burial followed at Oak Grove Cemetery with brief rites at the graveside.
Roberta and Lucille Woods mourn the loss of the infant girl. The declawed child was the first in the home. Burial was made this afternoon in St. John's Cemetery, with Keller Mortuary in charge.
Bernard E Norton aged 22 of Reno Nevada and Los Angeles is listed among registrants for possible entry into service in January or February. The notice notes his January to February examination period and January February service possibilities.
Col William J Wild Bit, famed World War hero and former personal ambassador for Secretary Knox, flies to Bermuda aboard a Pan American Alaska Clipper. Speculation centers on hidden missions. Africa for Knox or Stimson as a goodwill envoy, or a confidential mission to Britain tied to countering fifth column activity.
Citizens of Washington will enter a holiday contest sponsored by a lighting committee to raise prizes for exterior lighting. City light users at the edge of town are eligible. an entry blank appears on the Democrat’s back page and must be mailed to the lighting committee at the hall. Frank Vonderechritt chairs the committee with other members named.
Miami December 7 The duke and duchess of Windsor to arrive in Miami by morning. Nassau officials plan receptions and a press briefing after a jaw operation on the duchess at St Francis Hospital. The pair will stay briefly in Miami before continuing to a star residence.
Washington reports indicate the United States may consider new aid to Spain amid a famine crisis. Secretary of State Hall declined to confirm details, but press inquiries noted a report of credits up to 100 million dollars for food stuffs in exchange for goods or other arrangements.
John and Ora Teary lead a committee for a celebratory event as eight members of the group, including John Nngton, are named in the notice. The item outlines roles and the organizing body.
Born to Mrs Willi Songer of Petersburg a girl this morning. Sick R R 4 undergoing a major operation this morning. Harry H Hill from Petersburg RR 1 admitted last night. Nagie 1058 E 4th Lane underwent major operation this morning. John Kaveensh Canderbury submitted to a major operation this morning. Fay Crabb Brownstonh RR 1 underwent a minor operation this morning. Joyce Byrer vs Floyd Byrer case noted with Laughiin as attorney plaintiff.
Washington lawmakers urged creation of a joint congressional budget committee to review appropriations and the whole financial picture. The proposal aims to delay next year's spending and tax legislation to curb defense cost rises and reallocate fiscal policy. Representative Woodrum of Virginia supports examining new taxes and overall budget strategy.
The article reports rising U S support for or opposition to aid to Allied nations, with Democrats and Republicans contesting the administration’s two billion dollar stabilization fund. Roosevelt may convene Congress in January to redefine policy, amid warnings England’s dollar resources risk exhaustion and Chilean requests tied to aid.
In a tense meeting, Mutual Building Corporation weighs action as the Reliance lease nears its December 31 1941 expiry. Disputes over rent payments and proxy votes complicate efforts to secure stable housing for workers and protect stockholders interests amid possible legal steps.
A leaked dispatch describes President Roosevelt promising U S aid to Greece in its defense against Italy. The letter, sent via the Greek legation on Dec 3, notes the U S settled policy to aid governments defending themselves against aggression, as Roosevelt tours Caribbean defense sites.
Gorman Young of Ofion aged 87 died at Daviers County Hospital after a stroke and hip fracture suffered 12 days earlier. He was a retired merchant born January 17, 1853, survived by a son Gorman Young Jr of Danville and others, with funeral Monday at 1:30 pm at Elnora Christian Church. Burial in Elnora Cemetery. Huette Poindexter and Sons of Odon in charge.
A list of donors from Elmore Township including Elnora, Ora Dougherty, Frank Thompson, James Dollens, Ed Beau, Leonard Eads, Mr. Marshall, Mrs. Jenee Campbell, Mrs. Johns, Mrs. Clyte Skemp, Mrs. Osborn, Mrs. James Bur, Mrs. Shake, Mrs. Ward Nichols, Mrs. Oscar Rader, Mrs. Roy Hastings, Mrs. Beasley, Mrs. Geo Arney, Elmer Bech, O D Osborn, A A Kise, Mrs. H Seddebueyer, Mrs. Clara ver, Mrs. Ethel Caress, Mrs. H Puckett, Mrs. Fred Freed and others.
Reports from Athens describe three Italian cities Milan Florence and Trieste shaken by internal disturbances as Greece advances through Albania. Mussolini faces internal strife and the resignation of Badoglio while Italian forces retreat. Debris marks Bristol after a German air raid as factories continue wartime output. The Carnarvon Castle and a Nazi raider are linked to South Atlantic actions and potential wrecks.
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