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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 01, 1946

Page

5

Protest settles with Robson winning race despite second protest

The protest by Jimmy Jackson of Palm Springs challenged Robson for remaining in his car during refueling, though the AAA ruling requires drivers to exit. A second protest about position and cautions did not alter Robson's first place. An adjacent note: Wilbur Shaw announced Bill Sheffier of Los Angeles received the Carl & Walterich Sportsmanship Award after finishing ninth and contending with oil pump trouble.

Jimmy Jackson Palm Springs C Alif Jackson Robson AAA Wilbur Shaw Indianapolis Motor Speedway Corp Carl &. Walierich Bill Sheffier Los Angeles Sheffier

W S C Society Meets for Elmora Church Program

Elmora Methods church W S C S plans an all day meeting on Wednesday with a noon covered dish lunch and a 2 p m program featuring district treasurer Mrs Julia Curry as guest speaker. Children will present a program led by Betty Kail with readings, a cornet solo by Billy Gee and a Bible reading by Detoris Nail. A 60th birthday dinner for C L Courtney was held at his home with attendees from Clay City Washington Carlisle Monon Indianapolis and more.

Society of the Elmora Methods T Julia Curry Children of the W. S. C. S. Society Betty Kail Detoris Nail Bible Story Mary Janice Freed Larry Meisheimer Sue Williams Cornet Billy Gee Ivan Linda Mélsheim C. L. Courtney Courtney Arthur Courtney Clay City Everett Boardman Lois Nugent Washington

Legion Triumphs Over Vincennes In 10–0 Victory

The Legion defeated Vincennes 10 to 0 in a dominant game. The junior squad also fell 6 to 3, reflecting mixed results for the day on the field.

Vincennes

Mysterious Hanging Investigated in Chicago

Chicago on May 31 reports Coroner A L Brodie calling the Fischer case a probable murder. Fischer, 46, Wells High School teacher, was found hanged. Mrs Fischer, 62 and a retired Wright Junior College teacher Ferdinand, was hospitalized for a mental illness. A 13 year old girl Pearl Vance saw a man in the area yesterday. Authorities plan to recheck and question the girl to verify her sighting.

Chicago Cook County A. L. Brodie Fischer Wells High School

Our Men in Service Har­ley Stoner at Bikini Atoll test

T/Sgt. Harley M. Stoner of Plainville Indiana is stationed aboard the USS Saidor escort carrier. The Saidor will take part in the coming atomic bomb test at Bikini Atoll and will furnish photos.

Harley Stoner Harley M. Stoner Plainville Ind Saidor Bikini Atoll Ee Helicopter Services

Theatre Time Table Indiana and Liberty Programs

Indiana and Liberty theatres present daily cinema schedules with color features such as Vengeance Blonde Alibi and Wildfire plus cartoons and news reels. Continuous shows start at 2 00 pm today with additional matinees and evening performances including Nob Hill in Technicolor and Hiss and You comedy. Fond du Lac history notes city charter dates.

Indiana Charles Starrett Smiley Burnette Tom Neal Martha O'Driscoll Liberty Bob Steele Wildfire Pear Warren William Eybe and Coste Nob Hill George Raft Joan Bennett Vivian Blaine Vera Vague Hiss and You

Notable quotes from sports figures and coaches

New York figure Syron Nelson laments a rough round on his first day on the course. Trainer Max Hirsch backs Assault to win the Triple Crown, citing speed and endurance. J Kyle Anderson cites coaching roles at University of Chicago. Illinois track coach Leo H Johnson comments on yesterday’s preliminaries. Notre Dame coach Frank Leahy discusses his presence at a Big Ten meeting as a traditional opponent.

New York Syron Nelson Max Hirsch Assault Bold Venture Frank Leahy Notre Dame

Yesterday's Results: Milwaukee at Kansas City Game

The American Association game between Milwaukee and Kansas City was the only scheduled night contest yesterday, with results reported for the lone matchup.

American Association Milwaukee Kansas City

Baseball scores and oddities from early schedules

American League New York defeated Philadelphia 8 to 1 in the lone game. National League action lists Cincinnati at Chicago with unclear details. Also notes a political Want Ad from a Democrat.

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