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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1931

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Eight Hurt in Vincennes Crash Involving Potts Family

Eight Washington residents were injured in a Sunday afternoon auto crash at First Street and Portland Avenue in Vincennes. Roy Potts and members of the Potts family, including a small daughter, sustained serious to minor injuries. the Potts car was struck by a truck driven by W C Feeed of Vincennes and forced across the street, with victims rushed to Vincennes hospital and then brought home as needed.

Washington Vincennes Vincennes Hospital Roy Potts Byra Blwood West Walnut Street Helen Templin Elwood Omg Templin Parl Clifford Henry Potts Potts W. C. Feeed Bosévere otnErHtie Omees Hoster Incennes Reed

Odon Man 81 Swims Daily to Stay Young

Odon Man aged 81 swims daily in Eastside Lake Spillway after asking if he can dive. He walks four miles before breakfast and rises at 4 30 a m. He swam off the pier and into the spillway, saying the routine keeps him young. His grandson Claude Stekin graduated Washington high in 1921 and joined the Cincinnati police.

Mayor McCarty to Speak in Mt Carmel Friday

Washington mayor John W. McCarty will address a Mt Carmel public meeting Friday night. A committee from Mt Carmel invited him to share how Washington runs its light plant and annual budgets, and how the city acquired and operated the plant successfully.

Washington John W. McCarty Mt. Carmel Ill Mt. Carmel S. A. Mayne Young John Coleman McCarty

Lindberghs to Fly Over Pacific to Alaska and Kamchatka

The Lindberghs plan a westward flight over the Pacific venturing toward Alaska and the Kamchatka peninsula. They would pass near Unalaska, see Aleutian culture, and then head toward Kamchatka with its volcanoes, underground houses, dog sleds, and rugged climate.

Kamchatka Bering Island Ameri

Fire damages Robert Brown residence at Fifth and Flora

A morning fire at the Robert Brown residence on Fifth Street with smoke and water damage spread through the third floor and roof. Firemen from both companies fought the blaze, breaking attic windows to douse flames as much of the three story brick home suffered water soaked clothing and damaged furniture. Loss is estimated at four thousand dollars or more and will be covered by insurance. The family will relocate to the Helphenstine residence on East Herron during repairs.

Robert Brown Fifth Flora Brown East Herron Street Fifth Street Washington

Tarantula Captured At A P Store In Washington

Employees at the A and P store discovered four large tarantulas in a stack of bananas this morning and captured one before anyone was bitten. The spider filled a pint glass jar and marks the first tarantula sighting in Washington in several months.

Eimployes Focal A. & P Washington

Fire damages and storm aftermath loom over city streets

More than 100 people gathered around a home as firemen fought a blaze hindered by dense smoke. Yesterday's windstorm left streets littered with branches while a tree toppled fruit dotted the ground. Residents discuss farm hardship and local oddities amid reports of dynamiting and rising cherry harvests. A fisherman plans to delay river trips. a letter asks how the local light plant operates profitably.

City Council Set for Regular Session Tonight

City council will meet at city hall for a regular session tonight. Key items include election of a school trustee and awarding the pavement contract for one block of West Flora street between West First and West Second streets. Willis Hoddinott’s term on the school board ends in August. council may reelect or choose a successor tonight.

West Flora Street Willis Hoddinott Hoddinott Flora Street West First West Second Streets

Women Attend DePauw University Commencement

Mrs J G Clark and Mrs J F McGuire traveled to Greencastle for the DePauw University commencement exercises. Clark's daughter Kathleen Caldwell is a member of the graduating class.

J. G. Clark J. F. McGuire Greencastle DePauw University Clark Kathleen Caldwell

Horses in Daviess County Keep Average Value

County assessor figures show 3,617 horses in Daviess this year, four fewer than last year. Totals by district list Barr, Bogard, Elmore, Harrison, Madison, and Reeve with values and averages, while Washburn and Washington report high averages, indicating overall stable horse valuation despite small declines.

Daviess County Ington Ré¢Garda Barr Elmore Harrison Madison Reeve Washbheubgerade

Jimmie Hatfield Finishes Strong at National Meet

Jimmie Hatfield, IU hurdler for three years, closed his collegiate career by placing second in the high hurdles and fifth in the low hurdles at the National Collegiate Track Meet in Chicago. Ohio State’s Jack Keller narrowly edged him in the high hurdles by three yards.

Jimmie Hatfield Indiana University Toicago Jack Keller Ohio State

City Hopes 10 Entertain Big Labor Meeting

Washington aims to host the Southern Indiana Labor Day Association convention this year after Mayor John W McCarty attended a labor executives meeting in Arthur Indiana. A committee will visit Washington this Sunday to collect views before a June 21 decision, with Washington Princeton Boonville and Evansville contending. Washington was the sole bidder present yesterday.

Washington Southern Indiana Labor Day Association John W.mccarty Arthur Ind Princeton Boonville Evansville McCarty

Singin the Blues and Strike Up the Band

The piece argues against mass panic over layoffs at Washington and urges workers to save and persevere. It notes shop workers often have savings and compares idle time to fuel use, concluding the demand remains and urging a hopeful rally with the band.

Cold Winds Give Way to Summer Weather in Indiana

Indianapolis reporters note that cold winds and rain that lingered over Indiana over the weekend will retreat today as clear skies and summer temperatures arrive. The mercury rose to 52 degrees in central Indiana. Miss Rose Gootee of Loogootee was seen shopping here Saturday.

Kluchevskaya Kamchatka Indianapolis Indiana United States Weather Bureau Mercury Rose Gootee Loogootee

County shows reduced households and rising value in Daviess

In Daviess county the 1931 census lists 4 773 households down from 5 225 last year with total valuation 450 972, average per household 99 dollars versus 108. Washington city counts 1 473 households, down from 2 028, average valuation up to 140 dollars. County totals cite Barr 396, Bogard 257, Elmer 34, Harriso 182, Madison 201, 421 and others with varied valuations and averages. Williams Restaurant in Dare, Ind., suffered major fire damage to its depot area, estimated at 200 dollars, with fire not yet positively controlled.

Washington Barr Bogard Elmer Harriso Madison Aposcens Alfords

Moving Company Office Today Transports Equipment Upstairs

A business moved its office to the second floor of a larger building on Third Street. The operation involved relocating the comptroller and associated equipment to the upgraded location.

Hmber of Commerce of and Equipment

Fire damages Pasabeth City water front pier

A Sunday fire destroyed seven city blocks and 400 feet of waterfront pry at Pasabeth City near the harbor. Three men were killed or gravely injured and four were injured as crews fought the blaze around 2:30 am. A ladder truck and other equipment were destroyed. Firefighters and bystanders reported extensive damage to nearby structures and loss of utilities.

Pasabeth City N. C

Little Girl Escapes Injury After Elevator Shaft Incident

Miss Helen Allen elevator operator at the Peoples National Bank building acted quickly Saturday evening when a four or five year old Evansville girl had her arm caught between the elevator and shaft. She stopped the car and freed the child, who suffered only painful bruises and required no medical attention. The girl had climbed toward the door as the elevator rose and touched the shaft wall, the moment her hand became caught. The rapid response likely prevented a fatal fall into the shaft.

Helen Allen Peoples National Bank Evansville Miss Allen

Mrs William Huffman Dies In Shoals Home

Mrs William Huffman died at her Shoals home Saturday night after extended illness. She was about 70 and a native of Martina. Survived by one daughter, Mrs Batchelor of Pri, with several sons having preceded her in death. A Christian church member, she will be buried at Spring Hill cemetery after funeral services in Shoals.

William Huffman Shoals Huffman Martina Me Dea Batchelor The Christian Church Spring ‘Hill Cemetery

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