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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1938
Page
8
The document notes a no lobbying rule linked to the Illinois launch of large-scale projects amounting to 600 million within the 3.722 billion recovery bill. It references PWA officials and the president's actions, while Howard A. Gray warns municipalities not to use lobbying to win project approvals.
In Vincennes Indiana two city policemen appeal mayoral administration following the defeat of Mayor Kimmel. Officers George Flack and E. D. Mickey faced charges of inefficiency amid city tensions and a pending reinstatement effort in Knox County court.
Billy Kramer of the University of Idaho, a left handed hitting first baseman, becomes the third youngster to rise from campus to the majors. He reports to the St Louis Browns following Gordon of the Yankees and Sar Chapman of the A’s, as major clubs mine western colleges for talent.
Washington June 7 the final big money bill of the session was approved today in the house. The measure authorizes about 24 658 736 dollars for naval programs and includes provisions for refund of procurement, recapitalization of the commodity credit corporation, and restoration of social security taxes in 13 states plus Hawaii and Alaska.
Indianapolis resident Charles C. Pickens aged in the 40s, an insurance agent, leaped from an 11th floor window of a downtown office building. His body struck the hood of a car on the street. Deputy coroner Dr Norman Booker found no motive for suicide.
Bedford Indiana June 7 Boonville toppled Bedford 16 to 9 in a Hoosier League game. Ted Daddy Sein presided over the offense as Boonville broke open the contest late. Bedford pitchers Gill Paws Gates Haugh and Jesse King were unable to stem the rally. The Vensox will host Washington Packers next Sunday.
In Indianapolis Indiana eight year old Billy Mahke drowned in the White River Monday while trying to prove he could stay underwater longer than his friends. His companions said "Stay under water longer than the rest of you" and three boys dove in. he did not reappear, and the body was recovered about an hour later.
The Board of Directors outlined higher standards for authorised periodicals and noted rising requests from non scientists for Christian Scientists to address gatherings. Ratha Knapp of Needham was elected president succeeding Judge Clifford P. Smith of Newton Massachusetts. Edward L. Ripley of Brookline and Ezra W. Palmer of Marshall were elected treasurer and clerk, guiding the church's direction.
Puzzle-like text lists varied clues and answers across topics from literature to daily life. The garbled OCR reads like crossword style entries with numbers and scattered phrases including references to a female author, a world wide book impact, and assorted definitions or clues for words such as odium, toil, and drift.
Scifvice Boat was chosen as a director to serve for one year. His duties include presiding over the annual meeting and overseeing governance according to the organization's by laws.
Mrs. Carrie Kegterson, 50, of Sailor Springs, is in a serious condition at Obby Sanatorium after a runaway team collision in the town. She was standing near the farm road when the horses ran away, smashing her and causing multiple fractures including both arms, a broken jaw, a broken collarbone, several fractured ribs, and shock. She was dragged a considerable distance with the wagon and admitted Monday noon.
A chaotic report says two army officers and a cadet were killed in one airplane crash near Randolph Field, with another cadet seriously injured. The mangled wreckage and sudden tragedy stunned the base. Other details are unclear due to the damaged text.
A fragment states that Pison our sakes are immune to venom with no further context or identifiable names, locations, or dates provided.
Walt Disney received an honorary Doctor of Science degree from the University of Southern California in cap and gown for distinguished achievements in cinematography. The recognition marks USC's tribute to Disney's impact on film and animation.
The Indiana Manufacturers Association and Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce report 300 delegates oppose a proposed state insurance fund and system. Lawyer R A Hendrickson drafted a resolution calling for rejection, citing failures in similar programs in Nevada Washington Ohio West Virginia North Dakota and other states. The plan would force private insurance and cost taxpayers millions as debate continues.
Indianapolis market summary shows cattle demand strong with 2,300 head. Calves, heifers and cows steady to higher. top steer and heifer prices near 9.50 to 10.25 dollars. Sheep with 1,000 head up about 50 cents. springers in the 10.00 to 10.54 range.
Market report lists cattle at 7 to 8.25 for steers and heifers, fat cows 5.50 to 6, bulls around 56.30 to 56.50, calves at 8 to 9 for choices. Hogs show 1,000 head with various weights from 3.60 to 8.60 per cwt, sheep at 25 cents and spring lambs near 10.25 to 10.50, with wether and ewe prices. Also notes equine segment titled siete equine.
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