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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1932

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171 Miners to Be Arrested in Indiana Riot

Indianapolis June 2 171 miners in Indiana were jailed after two injunctions were filed by Judge Louis Fitzhenry in Southern Illinois district court. The cases target Hoosier mine at Dugger Sullivan county and Dixie Bee mine near Pimento Vigo county. Capiases issued for Alf Meloy U S marshal bonds set at 1000 each. Riots followed UMWA operators clash over cooperative mining amid coal industry disruption.

Indianapolis Ind Indiana George Jeffrey Louis Fitzhenry Southern Illinois District of ‘Court Hoosier Dugger Sullivan County Dixie Bee Pimento Vigo County Albert Bogemeier Alf Meloy United States Marshall Rank Miller Terre Haute United Mine Workers ‘of America Wa 4 Dhante United Mine Orders of America Abel de Vales

Prisoners Taken to Indiana State Prison Today

Two inmates were moved from Daviess county jail to the Indiana state prison at Michigan City by Deputy Sheriff Harry Sheley and special deputy Tom Biddinger. Roy Alding and Emmett Jerrell, both from Mitchell, were sentenced in county court for second degree burglary tied to the Miley Store robbery.

Daviess County Indiana Michigan City Harry Sheley Tom Biddinger Roy Alding Emmett Jerrell Mit

Rough local talk on tough times and rain impact

Citizens quoted on Labor Day, proverb twists, and gloom about the city. A group on Main Street notes rainfall would aid farmers and gardeners, while a resident imagines county strawberries shipped in from the county.

Main Street

No successor named for Lew Core in Daviess County

Indiana lawmakers convene a July special session to decide a successor to Lew Core. No candidate has been elected and cost concerns of about $2000 plus limited benefit have fueled Democratic calls to avoid a countywide special election. If held, the successor would serve only for the duration of the session.

Indiana Daviess County Core Probaly

St Simon's graduation rites close school year

The commencement at St Simon's featured diplomas for both boys and girls while a program of music, readings, and Rev Besser's address engaged attendees. Certificates were awarded by Rev John T of St Simon's with several names listed among the graduates and prize recipients. The event marked the official close of the school year as classroom work ended last week.

Donte Besser Ricke Updin Nates Esser John Tor St. Simon's Aeke Seung A. Com Auberry Richard P Helen M. Borders Rent Benerette C. G. Keller Welter L. _E

Mrs Frank Mattox Dies in Martin County

Mrs Frank Mattox aged 61 of Martin county near Shoals West Baden pavement died yesterday afternoon. The death was reported in the local area, with details noting her residence and age.

Frank Mattox Martin CO Martin County Shoals-West Baden

Harbins of Baltimore Visit Relatives in Town

Mr and Mrs John Harbin of Baltimore Maryland are here visiting relatives and friends.

John Harbin Baltimore, Md

Unclear fragments from Newton Montgomery station note

Incomplete OCR reads like a station or notice about Alex Newton Montgomery with stray words about being stationed, a pond, and dates or numbers. Readable facts are minimal. core details and context are missing.

Mark Edwards Hospital Patient In Daviess County

Mark Edwards of Washington is listed as a hospital patient after undergoing a major operation this morning in Daviess County.

Mark Edwards Hospital Mark Edwwards Washington Daviess County

Shipping Cr irlads Out-Stee Gantere

Garloads of strawberries are being shipped from Daviess county daily as local growers form an organization under the Southern Indiana Stray Grow Association. Carloads were sent to Boston and Cleveland, with 79 crates from Washington to Elnora yesterday and others on morning and afternoon trains. Total crates and specific destinations vary, but production in Davies Knox Greene area is strong, aiding organized shipments.

Daviess Colty Elota Indiana Washington Elnora Cleveland

Labor Meeting Tonight For All Residents

Labor organizers invite all residents to a 7:30 p.m. meeting at city hall. The gathering aims to boost turnout for the Labor Day celebration in Kingston, with discussions on plans and goals to attract 1000 or more attendees. Mr and Mrs Charles Alsop of Frankfort returned home after visiting local residents.

Princeton St Kington Iti Ashin Ashington Princeton Eeentoe Ettonight Saltae Charles Alsop Ankfort Rs. Nath Beitman Conave Lé Commion Carri

Banker Theodore Reininga Joins Evansville Peoples Bank

Theodore Reininga, a banker with fifteen years in Evansville finance, assumed duties at the Peoples Bank in Evansville. The appointment signals continued leadership as the bank expands services.

Evansville The Peoples National Bank Theodore, Reininga

Plans for St Mary festival announced by pastor

Rev Joseph Clancy pastor of St Mary's Church Barr Township today announced four plans are complete for the festival to be held on the church grounds next Sunday. The public is invited.

Joseph Clancy

New Cars Safe After Truck Wreck Near Road 50

Two new Ford cars from Indianapolis were undamaged when a transport truck failed a turn and crossed a ditch near the old Route 50 pavement. The truck was badly damaged but the cars remained intact. the Indianapolis firm driver reported injuries.

Ford Indianapolis Bicknell Damia Fi ‘ Puit Éscar

17 Point program of citizens tax group in Indiana

A 17 point program outlines legislative proposals for a special session. Supported items include reallocating gasoline tax revenue to state, counties, and towns. repealing mandatory salary laws. tax reforms on personal net income and tangible property. and shifting poor relief administration to county units. Proposals require a five sevenths vote for appropriations and include highway bond issuance and reorganization of county highway duties under qualified engineers.

Citizens’ Tax Group Indiana Etate Highway Commission An Eee

Democrats Claim Hoover Speech As Political Trick

Fire officials report a morning blaze at a shed behind a residence at 1406 Vincennes Avenue around 10:30. West End firefighters extinguished the flames with no reported injuries or losses. The origin remains under investigation amid partisan commentary.

West End J. Palmer Ho Vincennes Avenue

Indianapolis Urges Gap 57. Be Improved

Indianapolis merchants urge the state road No 57 gap near the city to be paved this year. They sent a letter to John J director of the state highway commission and to Governor Harry G Leslie asking for aid to keep Indianapolis and nearby towns connected and to prevent trade from moving to other cities. The group argues the gap affects local retailers and that Indianapolis deserves the improved road as originally intended.

Indianapolis Ind John J State Commission Officia Merchants’ Association Harry G. Leslie Cesyern Indiana Willi Chasiats Wai Inanapolis Dianapolis Indi Napolis

Rainfall Aids Washington and Davies County Farmers

Rain from Wednesday and last night totaling over an inch benefits farmers and truck gardeners in Washington and Davies counties by reducing early drought damage. More rain is forecast tonight and Friday, helping crops and potentially saving hundreds of dollars in losses. The report notes rainfall in May and references national political news from Washington, including tax measure discussions and Senate activity.

Washington Davies County

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