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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1935

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Fragments of Funeral, Accident Report From Local Notices

Funeral services were held for Alma La in at Saint Simon church with Rev Father O Hare in charge. Pallbearers included Richard Raymann Tommie O Bryan Ralph Keith Arthur Copple Gene Strange and the Browning family. Honorary mourners listed Josephine Fieldred Weiland Margaret Cole Catherine Mattingly Billy Ymann Mary Elizabeth Scisiotter and Alice Esther Keith. A separate note describes a man trapping on Eastside Park Lake where Bert Swann, a young boy, fell victim to a trap and was recovered by a passerby Officer Ben-

St. Simon Alma la Father Souk 'O’'Hare Richard Raymann Tomme O'Bryan Ralph Keith Arthur Copple Gene Strange T.he Browning Josephine Fieldred Weiland Margaret Cole Catherine Mattingly Billy,ymann Mary Elizabeth Scisiotter Alice Esther Keith

Indianapolis Liquor Bill Faces Opposition in Senate Reading

Indianapolis reports intense opposition as the administration liquor bill clears floor debate and moves toward second reading. Rep Lenhardt Bauer proposes a substitute measure while Black party tax provisions for school books are approved 37 to 8 as discussions on a special session begin.

Indianapolis Ind Senate Judiciary Indignapolis Pia Lenhardt K. Bauer Terre Haute Fee Sesssici

Lights to illuminate railroad crossing near Maysville planned

J Perrine, superintendent of the city light plant, announced that power wiring and pole placement were underway to turn on flood lights tonight at the Maysville crossing on State Road 50 two miles east of Washington. Huge reflectors from Pittsburgh were delayed and temporary reflectors would be used by the railroad company to restore illumination for local citizens.

Wing J. Perrine Maysville Washington Perid Pittsburgh

Former local resident dies in train path

Edward T. Ross of Washington and previously of St Joseph Indiana was killed crossing Walker Street at Pike in Shelbyville Indiana. He walked onto an eastbound freight track as a slow-moving train passed. Relatives in Washington and six children survive. The body was taken to Charles M. Ewing mortuary after investigators noted hearing impairment. He had ties to St Joseph and Washington through family and lodges.

Shelbyville Ind Edward T. Ross Washington Shelbyville Edward JT Corina Walker Street Big Fou Walker Pike Streets Greensburg Ross St. Joseph Washington Ind Nancy Merry North Pike Street Charles Adkins Indiana Earl Trees Leo Moore Maggie Ross William Ross Iles Ross W.hington Masonic Lodge Knights of Ythias Lodge St. Joseph, Ill Douglas Fredericksburg

Viola Bricker of Plainville Dies After Illness

Viola Bricker 60 wife of William Bricker of Plainville died at home Monday after a pneumonia illness. She had lived in Plainville most years with a Denver stay earlier. Married March 13 1892 two children survive Carl Bricker and a daughter who died in infancy. Three brothers and two sisters also survive. Funeral Thursday at 1 30 PM Plainville Methodist Church officiated by Rev G G Peel. Burial in Sagitation Indiana cemetery under Pipates charge.

Wit Laughlin Odon W. O. Rikaon Linton Cornelius Karl Plainville Roy Ralph Laughlin Sandborn Viola E. Bricker William Bricker Bricker Denver Colo Carl Bricker

Hymera Miner Dead After Slate Fall at Peabody Mine

Brodas Lang a 38 year old Hymera miner was crushed by slate in Peabody No 48 mine north of Dugger moments before quitting time. He worked as a coal loader and died after fellow workers spent nearly an hour freeing him. Lang survived by widow Mabel Lang and four children. his mother Mary ann Lang of near Hymera also survives. The item notes his World War I service and Mason lodge membership. Also included is a brief tomato patch note from Augusta Me about Leon E Silver growing nine foot high tomato plants.

Ata Mabel Lang Maryann Lang Near Hymera

Tavern Proprietor Seeks Annexation of Washington Tavern Site

Willard Dillon, owner of the Washington Tavern at the intersection of State streets, petitions the City Council to annex the property. He discusses possible relief labor from FERA and sewer project funding with City Attorney John S. Hastings and PWA engineer F. M. Logan, citing financial constraints and street repairs.

Willard Dillon Washington Tavern S.eb. Fenth and State Streets Dillon John S. Hastings F. M.logan Star Pwa

January Industrial Activity Signals Mixed Gains and Declines

The report notes January output rose in crude petroleum and lumber while steel and meat packing declined. Cotton and woolen mills expanded, nonmanufacturing employment fell seasonally in retail and construction, and construction contracts edged up from December though remained below last year’s high levels.

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School survey for Federal Education project requested

Home surveys extend to Friday noon March 1 to canvass adults over 16. No obligation, info only on forms. Not limited to relief recipients. this is national adult education effort.

Kays-Donaldson Garage Opens in East Van City

Announcement stated a general repair and service shop opened on East Van, with experienced personnel from local garages. The new business invites the public to utilize its services and build a customer base in the area.

Mrs. Sarah Raney Buried At United Brethren Church

Mrs. Sarah Raney was buried this afternoon at 2 30 at the United Brethren church with the Reverend W Mc delivering the service. Official interment followed at Oak Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers included Robert Barr Enzale Burks Albert Graber Frank Warren Sam Burkhardt and Marshall Bryan.

Raney United Brethren Church Ay W. Mc Sarah J. Murtry Qa Grove Robert Barr Enzale Burks Albert Graber Frank Warrén Sam Burkhardt Marshall Bryan

Bluebird Adds Run to Schedule 5.10 for 1985 Grading

Four of the 1985 model grading shown for Bluebird adding run to schedule 5.10 in the turning. This new schedule will go into effect next.

Bluebird

Income Tax Man to Help Taxpayers in Washington

Deputy Collector Julius J. Wicher of the Internal Revenue Service will be in Washington March 4 and 5 to assist taxpayers in filing income tax returns. He will be based at the post office building during his stay.

Jilius J. Wicher Internal Revenue Service Washington Post Office

Gilmore Fune To Be Wedne Day

Services for Irving Gilmore are to be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o clock at the United Brethren church with Rev Watkins of Whiteland. interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery.

Gilmore Fune Irving Gilmore United Brethren Church Watkins Whiteland Oak Grove Cemetery

Hospital Notes Daviess County Update

Lois Parker of Jasper and Parker of Shoals are noted for minor and major operations at Daviess County Hospital this month.

Daviess County Lois Mac ‘Parker Jasper MD Parker Shoals

Mellon’s Deals Revealed by Fed Report

A federal report highlights large overruns and rising income from children linked to Mellon related dealings. The document outlines financial gains and missteps across multiple branches, signaling scrutiny of practices and potential policy implications.

150 PUPILS MARCH SAFELY FROM SCHOOL IN FLAMES

Brazil Indiana February reports 150 pupils and teachers escorted out of a school as flames engulfed the building. Fire crews from Jasonville aided in preventing spread to nearby structures, though substantial damage occurred to books and clothing.

Brazil Ind Coalmont Jasonvillé

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