12 Dec 1939
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1939
Page
1
Announcement notes Cleo McCay named to night duty to calm local unrest. Local authorities plan immediate measures to remedy the tense situation and ensure order at night.
4-H Beef Calf club members in Iness county will observe feeding practices and management during a tour with stops at homes of Lee Gorbin Elmore Byron Haskins Steele Billy Allison Veale and Frank Bradley Barr. Henry Mayo of Purdue animal husbandry will accompany the group and assist with calf care. Arrangements are by Union Agricultural Instructors and county agents with John F. Kee coordinating.
Washington reports charges of misconduct in the Los Angeles office of the labor relations board. Testimony by board member Wm. Lieserson referenced the Nylander incident in the Lie Rogen region. Dr. Towne Nylander, head of the Los Angeles Davi, was suspended for a licentious statement, later cleared and reinstated before resigning amid questions of misconduct.
Fragmented wartime telegrams show Britain and neutral powers pressing for mediation as Soviet forces push on. Government papers from the Baltic coast cite cautious responses while Argentina efforts apply pressure. The conflict remains active with naval movements near the Gulf of Finland and care of strategic positions.
E Gilkison appeared this morning and pleaded guilty to larceny. He was fined $16 and costs and sentenced to pay, with final disposition noted.
The junior class of Epsom prepares a school production described as a comet themed act. Reading from a brief program, the show promises three scenes beginning with a soft start and building toward a final act.
A soil management meeting is announced for a house venue with sessions from 10 to 1 and 1 to 3 o clock. Purdue University officials will oversee the program and provide guidance on soil practices to attendees.
Coach Claude Dant of Epsom announced the game with Owensburg was moved from Friday to Wednesday. The contest will be held at the Epsom gymnasium.
A garbled note recalls the Boar's Head Carol sung in a college setting. It mentions a student attacked by a wild boar who stuffed a book down the animal's throat to escape. The carol was first printed in 1521 and a reference to Christmas shopping days appears.
School officials issued final plans for a two day aix tournament at Jasper on December 30. Friday night features Washington against Huntingburg and Jamper versus Bedford. Saturday includes games pitting Losers from games 1 and 2, winners from games 1 and 2, and a night session with winners of games 4 and 5. Ticket pricing set at 1.50 for adults and 1.25 for other adult seats with student tickets at 25 cents. Reserved sections and no extra charge seats noted.
The Washington Bicknell basketball game, previously set for January 6, will be played here on Tuesday. The Washington high school band performs at the final home game, with proceeds aiding the band. Tickets are 25 cents in advance, 56 cents at the door, available from band members.
The Daviess county grand jury was in session in Washington today with little of importance discussed. The body is required to convene annually to inquire into laws violations and to visit the iris jail and county infirmary with possible recommendations.
Judge Frank E. Gilkison today overruled defense demurrers to the plaintiff’s complaints in all three damage suits by Marchine Dee Brock arising from a wreck in Reeve several months ago.
A rubbish barrel caught fire this morning at 8 45 near Gross Plumbing. Fire crews extinguished the blaze with no damage reported beyond the incident itself.
The free employment bureau is to be re established. officials announce the move scheduled for Wednesday. The action aims to resume assistance services and connect job seekers with opportunities in the city.
County farmers and home mics club members are urged to tune in to a radio program on Thursday from 11 9 a m to 12 14 p m. The extension force said Bi Weaver of Graham will furnish a feature on and Davien ry outst of Feleral Chills.
A Washington record marks a mortgage loan described as the second largest ever filed in the area. The note covers utility properties of the company with listed exceptions and supports the first issue of a nationwide redeemable security. The Public Service Commission confirms the secured bonds will back the outstanding center now in place.
In the matter of adoption of Larry Mich by Castle A Raney and Pet Raney the petition details the plea for guardianship and guardianship actions. The document outlines the adoption request and identifies the parties involved in the case.
Hington's will keep stores open evenings starting next Monday December 18. Merchants typically extend hours to help workers make Christmas purchases after daytime work. The move follows annual local practice to boost evening shopping before the holiday.
A county extension group plans a fall colt tour to discuss horse care and problems. Purdue Extension officials and local farmers invited to join on the Friday and Saturday visit, visiting Broadland Farm and other area stops with organizers including Robert N. Barber and D Myers.
Jack Malott aged 30 died Monday at Daviess county hospital after a long illness. Services set for 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the daughter's home with burial in Walnut Hill cemetery in Petersburg. Local circles mourn the Pike County native.
A partial OCR shows garbled text like "Fl le to Fl le to Brung Hanks" and "the living kele ton" with an insane, Stor note. Details are unreadable, but the fragment suggests a misread quote or names lost to transcription. No clear people, places, or events emerge.
Corrective notice in The Democrat clarifies Edward Howard of Petersburg did not die but had a minor operation and is recovering. It reports the death of Maiott of Petersburg and lists multiple patients admitted or operated on, with locations such as Vincennes, Lawrenceburg, Oakland and Monique akwan among others.
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