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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1930

Page

1

Fragmentary list of names and roles in a Baltimore & Ohio context

A garbled OCR fragment lists individuals associated with the B&O railroad, including local agents and attendees. Names include Chatillon, William Pitzgitbon, Ben Holliday, Ralph Hast, George Kreer, A Hastings, Ruth Bear, Dorothy Ross, Ernest E. Killion Jr, Homer Rider, Lyile Clark, Albert Edwards, George McCormick, and others, with a note of those from elev were Thomas Crews and Eugene Standiford among others.

Washingis Wete Vin Bipentoss W. &C B. Saster Intrest Jy i. Chatillon William Pitzgitbon Ben Jack Holliday Ralph.Hastides George Krer BP A. Hastings Ruth Dorothy Ross Charl Ernest E. Killion, Jr Homer Rider Lyile Clark Hur Harner Albert Edwards Rge McCormick George Agus Elev Thomas Crews Eugene Standiford Albert — Halton Nat Ebillion Ot Inidbeall

Prohibition Planning Activity Surfaces in Local Notice

A fragmented report indicates organized efforts related to prohibition activities are being planned locally. The readable text references group involvement and scheduled actions though specifics remain unclear due to damage.

Two Local Boys Disappear in City Missing Since Saturday

Jed Davis, 15, and George Hamm, 14, sons of local families, have not been found since early Saturday. Police report no trace, parents unaware of their whereabouts, and investigators consider possible plans to visit but lack concrete leads. Residents urged to contact authorities with any information.

Jed Davis Arthur Davis N. W. Seestreet George Hamm Horace Lm N. W Second Street Courbes Hersom Ma . Henle

Susan Dunbar Taken by Death at Home Sunday

Susan Dunbar, aged 64, of 514 8 EB Fifth street, died Sunday afternoon after a lengthy illness. A Washington resident for years, she was born October 31, 1850 in Fall River, Massachusetts. Surviving are sons John, Daniel, James, Henry, and Mary Ann Dunbar. brothers Frank Cochrane and James Cochrane. The body is at son John W.’s home 209 Ogden street. funeral arrangements pending with James A. Gill in charge.

Apa Dunbar Fifth Street Heary Dunbar Lock Washington Fall River Mass Willam Mary Cochrane England First Christian Church John Daniel James Henry Mary Ann Dunbar Frank Cochrane Washington Township James Cochrane Dugeer Ind

Legionnaires Gather Sunday for State Parade and Banquet

The Second district of the American Legion plans a Sunday gathering with separate sessions, a noon meal, and a banquet at the Mason Temple. Prominent speakers include national commander Ralph O’Neil of Topeka Kansas, with Paul V. McNutt toastmaster. Legionnaires from across the state are expected, including Bloomington visitors invited by the Bloomington post.

Amcan B de T Bicknell Vincennes Post Secomm Bloomington Ralph O'Neil Topeka Kan Mason Temple Paul Vv. McNutt

Girls Narrowly Escape Train Collision at Sheridan Crossing

Five Sheridan high school girls rode in a car stalled on a Monon crossing when the Tippecanoe train struck the vehicle a few seconds after the girls leapt free. The crash wrecked the car and damaged signals, blocking traffic for two blocks until crews repaired the crossing.

Sheridan Ind Sheridan High Helen Jessie Mitchell Idalou Baker Ested

Senate Agri Committee backs $60 million drought bill

Washington December 18 report shows Chairman McNary of the Senate Agriculture Committee favoring a bill authorizing $60,000,000 for drought distressed farmers. President Hoover had urged trimming the appropriation to $25,000.

Washington Nan . McNary Senate Agria Fire Committee Senate Wsident Hoover

City Council to Meet This Evening

The regular council meeting is set for 7 30 this evening at the hall. John Yarbrough, newly foundman, will assume duties tonight.

City Council John Yarbrough

Mr. Burkess75 Pears Old Today

A fragmented notice notes Mr. Burkess75 aged three quarters or about seventy five, with garbled text implying a birthday or age reference. The readable portions indicate an elderly person and a simple acknowledgment of age, lacking clear event details or context.

War Groups Ready for Election in Illinois Union

Springfield Ill Dec 8 War ring factions of the United Mine Workers of America set aside legal fights as they prepare for the biennial elections. John L Lewis faction backs international officers while Howatt Fishwick faction focuses on state polls. Current Lewis leaders expected to win again. John H Walker a leading Illinois district candidate. Fishwick did not run for president.

Springfield Ill Unitted Mine Workers of America John L. Lewis Howatt-Fishwick Lewis John Lis Phillip Murray Pittsburgh Thomas Kennedy Haberton John H. Walker Ill State

Surrender to Chicago Judge Faces Trial in Tax Case

Ex-seer Druggan yields before Judge John AK in Chicago. He is to face an income tax trial, with Judge James H Wilkerson and Judge Lyle coordinating. Druggan was released into Pat Roche’s custody for a late hearing on a pending vagrancy charge despite claims of illness.

Druggan John AK Dare Lyle James H.wilkerson Pat Roche iRerson

Memorial service by Elks observed Sunday

The Elks lodge held its annual memorial service Sunday afternoon honoring departed brothers. Reverend E. B. Murr of the First Methodist Church delivered a fitting address while lodge officers led the ritual, with James Wee presiding as lodge ruler.

Elks Lodge EB. Murr James Wee

Fred Smith Rites Held Here Today

Funeral services for Fred Smith who died Friday at Gary Indiana were held today at the home of Lundg on East Tebb Street with burial in Oak Grove.

Fred Smith Gary Ind Lundg Tebb Street Oek Grove

Minor burns reported after ae king incident

scattered OCR text notes minor burns and an unclear incident involving an engine and flames. readable details include references to a minor being injured and mentions of a location or office but no full context or clear events or outcomes.

Car Located At Unknown Place Saturday Sunday Reappearance

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a car location event with references to Saturday and Sunday and unknown places or names. The readable text lacks clear dates, owners, or locations.

Fragmented Phrase Reveals Snippet of Curious Quote

Fragmentary OCR text includes scattered words about places and time. It shows fragmented dialogue with phrases like there never was a better time and a dismissive tone. No clear event or names are readable to identify.

Peicee Charity Drive Aims For 2500 Relief Funds

Associated Charities plans a 2500 dollar relief drive in Washington starting Wednesday morning and running through Thursday. City officials completed canvass details at a Sunday meeting and urged local residents to contribute. The organization promises cooperation with city agencies to avoid double relief and ensure proper distribution.

Associated Charities Washington Elief

Petersburg Man Fined By New York Mayor

John Stull of Petersburg was arrested early this morning for public intoxication on East Fitta Street. He appeared before Mayor W. McUarty, pled guilty, and was fined $10 plus costs. Unable to pay, he was jailed. Patrolman Damon Jones made the arrest.

John, Stull Petersburg Ohd W. McUarty Stull Damon Jones East Fitta Street

Senate Passes Battle Ship Bill to Modernize Three Vessels

Washington December 8 The Senate approved a bill authorizing 30 million dollars for modernization of the battleships New Mexico Mississippi and Idaho Senator Swanson Democrat of Virginia said the appropriation must be considered soon to prevent thousands of workers losing jobs in the new yards His report from the naval affairs committee emphasized urgency and impact on labor.

Washington Senate Allief New Mexico Mississippi Idaho Swanson Virginia Naval Affairs Committee Newy Yards

County Jail Empty For A Day

The county jail stood empty for a day after a superintendent left the building and a Petersburg man was later arrested for intoxication when officers found him in custody.

Three Women Rescued From Burning Store Front

Mrs George Swords of 4 Street and her son G E Swords report three women rescued from a burning store building on November 25 by No 1 Rescue Squad. The group included Lucy Easton 65 who was carried down by Pvt G B Swords, Jen White 50 aided by Lt Kesauver, and Mrs William Gilfoyle 50 pulled from a fourth floor apartment as firemen used gas masks and the Gown Shop suffered 5000 to 6000 dollars in damage.

George Swords G. E. Swords Shington D. C Washington No. 1 Rescu Lucy Easton G. B. Swords A den Kesauver Jen White J. R. Gheen William Gilfoyle

Burns City Man Admits To Hospital For Treatment

Paul Hayes of Burns City admitted to a local hospital for medical treatment Saturday night. Authorities report he sought care after presenting with symptoms consistent with an ongoing illness. Further conditions and cause of admission were not disclosed.

Paul Hayes Burns City

Special Event at Reinsel Store Opens New Gift Shop

Announcing a special event at Reinsel Store with a wide arrival of aisles and value items. Attention is on inviting customers to visit the kerma bpee for the grand opening of the new gift shop on the second floor.

Reinsel

Chicago Dea th claims immigrant Tony May at 64

Immigrant Tony May, once known as avaboy to locals, died in a fatal incident. His son Eugene, age 16, survives him. The event appears tied to a contemporaneous community dispute and stands as a fatal tragedy in Chicago. Further details pending official investigation.

Chicago Dee Tony May Eugene

Teen finds a new path after illness and recovery

A teen from an unnamed town overcame a serious illness and started a comeback to school, sports, and community activities. Local supporters praised resilience, with information about available counseling and family encouragement guiding the revival.

Italian salvage ship Artiglio sinks after deep sea blast

Belle Ile, France, Dec. 8. The Italian salvage ship Artiglio, attempting to recover about six million dollars in sunken treasure from the Florence, was sunk by an underwater explosion while moving wreckage to remove the Be rafa munitions. The accident halted salvage work and prompted government involvement to relocate the wreckage.

Belle Ile France Artiglio Berafa Artighio Florence Belig

Collision near Friterton injures Charles Lane

Jes Lane and Gina Terry report a highway accident two miles west of Friterton on a Saturday evening as Charles Lane walked toward Washington. Gerald Terry, driving about forty mph, did not see Lane until 15 feet away due to bright lights from two approaching cars and could not stop in time. Lane was taken to the hospital with a feverish injury that may require amputation. Dr. B. C. Greggs attended him at Davis County. Lane is brother to Dr. A Lane of Loong.

Jes Lane Iven Gina Terry Terre Haute Friterton Lane Washington Terry Montgomery Eyto Heatland Snape Daviess County B. C A. @. Lane Loog

Five Soviet Techs’ Death Sentences Commuted

In Moscow five Russian technicians condemned for plotting with foreign powers faced death. The central executive committee of the Soviet Union commuted their sentences to ten years in prison. The move ends a peculiar political case tied to alleged sabotage attempts against industrial progress.

Moscow Russia Zik Central Executive Committee Soviet Union Siher

Agriculture News Brief From Local Desk

A compact update from the agriculture beat notes activity in the region with brief items on crop conditions and farming events. It highlights local farm groups and upcoming meetings for growers and yield plans.

Mines of This Section of Minois ial 4 Bee rR ca

The readable fragment suggests a local feature about mines or mining in a section labeled Minois with unclear OCR. It references a numeric or coded entry possibly 4 Bee rR ca, but details are too fragmentary to attribute a people, place, or event.

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U.S. Army Iis McCoskey Mertosis Careen Andres McCoskey Los Angeles Hhe Hola Susan Dunbar Bicknell Selves Iesusiue Elks Sund Peicee Winieean Damess County Ween Charles Lane Glenn Terry Arthur Child Bethel
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