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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1947

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Shop Crafts Officers Elected At January 1847 Meeting

Officers chosen for the Federation of Shop Crafts for the ensuing year include President Jerome Wildridge and Vice President, with a slate of secretary treasurer and delegates from the local unions. Delegates named are Jo Wildridge, Othmr Mangia, Ige Wilton Chron, Lewis Machinist, Julian A Blacksmiths, Henry Hooton Sheetal Wrks, Harry Shakermakers, Henry Hodgesang Electricians, Lew Fireman and Oiler Paul.

Seppies Federation ‘of Bas Jerome Wildridge Sec.Treas Ory Treas Shes Pres Jo Wildridge Othmr Mangia Sec Treas Ige Wilto Chron Lewis Julian A Henry ‘Hooton Sheetal Wrks Othmar Harry Shakermakers Henry Hodgesang

Thirteen Coal Cars Derail South of Washington Station

Thirteen loaded coal cars of the New York Central railroad derailed late last night thirteen miles south of Washington Thomas station on a double header heading north. The locomotive remained on the tracks and no injuries to the crew were reported. Three wrecking crews have been working to clear the obstruction and tracks are expected to be blocked for some time.

N.Y C Fieixa

Infant dies shortly after birth at local hospital

The infant daughter of Roy and Dymple Allen Vanlue died at the hospital this morning at 6 15 oclock, a few minutes after birth. Survived by parents of 403 Ogden Street and two brothers Robert Lee and services were conducted at Oak by Rev Z E.

Roy Vanlue Roy Dymple (Allen) Nlue Ogdey St Robert Lee Oake Z. E

Rites Held for Mrs Ora Hunt

Funeral services for the late Mrs. Ora Hunt were conducted Saturday at 2 p.m. at the L. Poin genter funeral home with Rev. H. mer presiding. Oak Grove was the location. Pallbearers included Bernard Riesr William Small Joseph Wellinger Walter Naylor Joe Brown and Je Chambers.

Ora Hunt L. Poingenter

Autoist Fined for Drunk Driving

Sherman Burton of French Lick was fined $25 and costs with license suspended 90 days by Peace EB L Raney. A charge of driving while intoxicated was filed against Reynoldy of Plainville, who received $5 and costs for reckless driving.

Sherman Burton French Lick L. Raney

John Crosby Buried Sunday in Local Church Service

Funeral services for John Crosby were held at Wilainville Christian Church Friday at 2 PM. Burial followed in Plainville Cemetery. The Rev. Nichols officiated and pallbearers included Crosby, Garland Crosby, Gayward Crosby, Al Shelton, Don Hoover, and Wayne Mitchell.

Phn Crosby Wilainville Christian Plainvilleemetery Nichols Ces Crosby, Garland ‘Crosby Gayward Crosby al Shelton Dongld Hoover Wayne Mitchell

Wisconsin unions vow fresh bid at Allis Chalmers

In Milwaukee Wisconsin on July 27 4INS the independent workers of the Chalmers union announced plans to renew efforts for collective bargaining at the big Allis Chalmers Manufacturing plant in Milwaukee. Petheilin chairmen said the unaffiliated group will immediately launch a new election bid after losing a recent vote to the Lacar City United Automobile Workers Union.

Iwaukee Wis S Chalmers Union Allis Chalmers Manufacturing Company Plimt Mis Petheilin Etic Laca Ae Cio-United Automobile Wkers Peterson

Jurors chosen for February court term

Daviess County Circuit Court opens with several criminal cases to trial. Prosecution lists special hearings for the State v Helen Wilson acid attack case. Grand jurors named include Henry Krupp Paul Grannan Glen Marshall and more from Washington and surrounding townships.

Daviess Cire Court Pepeary Jackee Pat Morgan Tas State of Indiana Helen Wilson Arrahwan Bruner Henry L. Krupp Paul Grannan Glen Marshall R. L. Jerger Ng A. Long Elmore Ernest EB Killie

Dull Trading on New York Market Mixed Around Close

Markets opened flat with little change as Knovers traded under 750 thousand shares. Labor news weekend developments failed to spark demand. Motors recovered modestly from losses in later hours, steels rebounded to opening levels, and independent food issues stood out. Rails, utilities, oils, communications and merchandising stayed quiet while air transports faced selling pressure. Grain prices were steady to lower as curb and bound shares showed dull mixed action.

Greece appeals to United Nations over UN inquiry team

London dispatch reports Greece asks the United Nations to intervene in a dispute with Yugoslavia over sending delegates to the UN inquiry commission. A Greek Foreign Office spokesman described Greece must accept fifteen Yt. The message follows Athens urging UN action ahead of the inquiry meeting on Friday.

London Athens United Nations Yugobl Jn UN Inquiry Commission Foreign Office To & Xm Law Greece

Former Resident Dies in Illinois at 64

Frank A. Lambert, former resident of Loogootee and Washington, died at his Bloomington Illinois home on Sunday. He was 64 years old.

Illinois Frank ‘A. Lambert

Rubber construction strike threatens two plants

G H Williamson, legal manager of United States Rubber, announced to day a potential strike by 800 workers at two local plants. The action could halt operations and disrupt the supply chain as talks resume after the preceding shift.

G. H. ‘Williamson United States

Dakota Planes Grounded Step Halted Orders

Grounding orders affect Dakota aircraft as authorities halt flights amid unresolved technical and safety concerns. Officials say a temporary shutdown will continue until inspections confirm airworthiness and compliance with standards.

Retired Garage Owner Cunningham Dies at 14?

Joseph Fr Cunningham aged 14, long time garage owner at Vantrées and N B Third St, died Sunday at 8 20 PM after illness. Born January 21 1863 in Gibson County, he moved to Davies in 1903 residing at 301 N Meridian St. He leaves two sons Charles B Cunningham and Frank Cunningham, a brother P Hi Canon, and grandchildren. Funeral at Gill chapel Wednesday at 2 PM with Rev. William R. Seat presiding.

Joseph Fr. Cunningham Ital Octopningham Vantrées N. B Third ‘St Gibson County Ibriox J Daviess Meridian St Marshall Aieiey Cuhningara Gill Wednesternoon William R Cargé Gill Funeral Home

Yesterday's Weather Highlighted Cooler Day

Weather summary notes a high of 56 and a low of 36 as temperatures eased. The report calls attention to the chilly conditions and a quiet trend in the latest forecast.

Steel Opposes Closed Shop in Steelworkers Talks

Pittsburgh January 27. United States Steel, facing five subsidiaries, objects to a closed shop and argues employees should decide union membership freely. John A Stephens leads the negotiating committee urging management control over hiring and discipline while supporting a no coercion stance in the labor talks.

Pittsburgh INS Ciq-United Steelworkers Nien U. S. Steel Corporation Foposal JSW Colective John A. Stephens Ae Us S ‘Steel Ephens Griev

Prize painting winner dies after finishing work

Windyee by W. Staley of Martinsville died last summer shortly after completing the painting. Hoosier Salon awarded the black prize for outstanding oil work, part of a major selection with purchases and prizes totaling $6,000, presented by Indiana artists at the salon opening.

Hoosier W. Staley Martinsville Indianapolis Ind Kappa Gamma Sorority Indiana

Baldwin Died Saturday in Gill County

Obituary notes W Baldwin died Saturday age about eighty in Gill County. Born January 1, 1982, he lived and worked in the area and leaves a widow and several close relatives. Funeral services scheduled Tuesday afternoon at Gill Funeral Home with Rev T B in charge. Burial at Gravie Cemetery. Friends may call Monday evening.

Ary Cation Marti

Indiana Air Tragedies Investigated

A report lists multiple fatalities from recent Indiana incidents. Names include engineers and pilots A J Enger and A Wheeler among others, with victims found at a Rochester plane crash site. Separate incidents mention Charles Stringer shot, Edward Arn struck by a hit and run, and Clysé Winstead killed by a car in Evansville.

Indianapolis Ind Indiana J. ‘Enger Windeapalia Nh A. Wheeler Austin, Minn Theodore J. Kate Wauwatosa Herbert ‘Lees Chicago Arthur Porche Geinago Rochester Charles Stringer Paoli’ High School Edward Frank T. Arn Nis Clysé” W. Winstead Evansville

Hospital Notes Births and Admits in Ho s p it al Journal

Hospital notes list births including a daughter to Mrs. Clifford Hinkle Rich and a son to Mrs Jarvis Crays. More births noted for Mrs Lester Cook and Mrs Lee King. Major operations involve Norma Riggle and Edwie Berne Gilley. Admitted include Mrs Curtis Rust and Mrs Cora Fiddler with several others.

S. B Curtis Rust Winelow Cora Fiddler Plainville Leslie Drury Edwin Clark Burns City Sanford Stanpbury Crane David Chadd N. B Sipypataal Wman Sal Y

Amish Woman Anna Graber Kemp Dies at 76

Mrs Anna Graber Kemp age 76 died at her son Neal Kemp’s Montgomery county home after months of illness. Born June 11 1870 in this county she was the daughter of Christopher and Catherine Graber. She was a member of the Amish Mennonite church. Surviving are six children including Odeon Line, Caroline Graber Loogodtee RP Neal Kemp Hart o Silas and Peter e. Burial followed by services at Stollery Morris and Sons funeral.

Odeon Aroline Graber Loogodtee R. EP Neal Kemp Montgomery R. 1 Catherine Otto Harto Silas Petere Stollery Morris and Sons

Judge Kidnapped From Court Room in Tel Aviv

Jerusalem Jan 27 INS Ten armed men abducted a British judge from his Tel Aviv courtroom as 5000 British troops hunted Palestine for a civilian seized earlier by the Jewish underground. Judge Ralph Windham acting president of the district court is heir presumptive to the Bowyer Smith baronetcy in England.

Jerusalem Tel-Aviv Palestine Jewish Underground Ralph Windham Discourt Bowyer-Smith England Jérusalem Suburbs Ajor H. J. Collins

Increased Taxes For Indiana Seen As Bills Pile Up

Indiana legislators in the third week of the session hear Governor Gates outline financial plans. The message proposes sizable expenditures including hospitals, a state health program, and higher highway costs. Cities may gain financing options, while state office construction and a plaza are slated for funding.

Indiana Eugene J. Cadoll Indianapolis Ind INS General Assembly Ralph F. Gates Congress Senate

Kenney fears a North Polar War attack on U S

Gen George C Kenney warned women delegates that a future U S war could be launched from the North Polar Basin with two million casualties in the first day He urged universal military training as a must and warned neglect would be criminal negligence He spoke amid a conference urging preparedness and national defense measures

Washington George C. Kenney United States North Polar Basin Kenney Women's Patriotic Conference Strategic Air Command Patterson

Fire destroys Columbia airport administration building

A blaze swept through the Columbia airport administration block causing a total loss estimated at 100000 dollars. The facility, once the Columbia Army Air Base, recently served as a commercial terminal shared by Eastern and Delta Air Lines. Radio equipment for both airlines and a coffee service were among the losses.

Columbia D. C INS Columbia Army Air Base Eastern Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Radio Group at Alfordsville Presents Gospel Singing

Stan Walters leads Melo et arany coc Gem at 8:30 to 9 o the WSON station Friday night January 31. Everyone is invited to hear the old time gospel singing in this community program.

Stan Walters Opera WSON

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