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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1938
Page
1
Jat Chadd was fined $1 and costs and given a six months sentence by Mayor Megan on his guilty plea to public intoxication. He stated his age as 8 and claimed to be from West Washington.
The entry notes that Postmaster Henry Backes of Washington has been forwarded to the Senate by the President for renomination. The report mentions press lines and the nomination context with no further details.
James Evans, 25, of Elnora, pleaded guilty in justice court to tying liquor to a minor. He was fined a minimum $20 with costs totaling $35.30. The arrest occurred this afternoon in Elnora.
Reports from Stanford University indicate the athletic board will likely name Everett Dean of Indiana University as the basketball coach for the institution. The decision is expected this evening in Stanford, California, and would confirm Dean as the new head of the Cardinal program.
Funeral services for George W. Wilson, a prominent resident of the prison township, were conducted at the big church with interment in the adjoining cemetery. The service was largely attended, led by Rev. Ollie Kays of Winslow and Rev. Wim. Stephenson of le. Several attendees included Lottie Wilson Florence Lemmon Reena Lemmon Margaret Ellen Robinson Virginia nun Irma Cozine Eleanor Ward and Wilma Potts.
Funeral service for Miss Delia O Br n of Wheatland was held at 9 o'clock at St Simon Church with burial at St Peters Cemetery Montgomery.
Rev A V Wade conducted the services for Thomas F Byrd with burial in Oak Grove cemetery. Pallbearers included Dae D Gharst Charles Batemar Malone Foster Castle ic Rian and Ell Green.
In the American League flash lines the Mets and rivals show hits and errors with pitchers Brakauskas Chandler Bridges Thomas and Feller facing Rogers Gumbert French in a tense early game. The National League results read Be Hamlin and Weiland with sparse scoring through nine innings as weather and timing push start delays.
A large crowd attended the annual banquet of the Waeliners Catholic High Association at St Simon church. Jack Sinnott opened the meeting and introduced Lenior boys and girls of class 1938 who were welcomed into the alumni. Toastmaster Ralph Seal spoke briefly and a quartet sang while Ballard Wallace Marion Donaldson Royal Allison and Jack Smith provided musical numbers. Father Amog McLoughlin of St parish gave a well received talk. Officers for the coming year were elected: President Josephine Auberry vice president Robert Hill Secretary Mildred Bowling Treasurer Walter Kramer.
Chicago patrolman John Lowe 53 shot and killed his wife Phyllis 40 and her alleged lover Harry Johnson 40 on a busy loop street intersection. He claimed unwritten law and said he found them together after surprising a tryst. The killer, a cousin of a court judge, lured them to a car and fired in view of crowds.
Elks of America flag Day observance set for Sunday afternoon June 12 open to the public. Local Elks join guests from Vincennes Bicknell Linton and Sullivan for a joint Washington service described as beautiful and cordial.
William J. Winterbottom aged 77, a retired coal mine operator, died at 12:30 PM at his home 602 South Meridian near fansill or Meridian. Born July 17, 1860 in Fall River Massachusetts, he was a native of England and son of Jesea and Martha Cochryn Winterbottom. He and his brothers operated several mines in the local area and were known in the industry. death followed a period of illness attributed to arteriosclerosis. The family noted he had been in declining health for some time.
Three men were arrested at Evans County sheriff's property last Friday night after entering a tin jewelry store. An elderly man acted as lookout while the other suspect remained at the wheel of a vehicle.
State highway commission awarded the contract for the sub-structure of a bridge over the West Fork of the White River near Bloomfield to Vincennes Steel Corporation for 79,549.98 dollars. Indiana officials announced the June award amid other project details.
Britain plans vigorous representations to Rome and Berlin over bombings of British ships in Spanish waters. The move follows assertions by the Duke of Alba that Franco cannot control Italian and German planes in the Spanish civil war. A secret démarche may be used to protect Anglo Italian friendship while alleging deliberate attacks to enforce a blockade by air.
Cartes are being sent out for a county rural carriers meeting at the Odon Methodist church on Thursday night with supper at seven followed by a business session. All postmasters clerks regular carriers and their wives urged to attend. On Sunday June 12 the Seventh and Rural Carriers hold their semi annual convention at city park in Sullivan with a basket dinner at noon and state speakers in the afternoon. W. E. Beasley of Plainville, district president, says all district post office employees have an invitation to attend.
Washington tentative draft of government operation for railroads was reviewed by rail unions and executives. spokesmen warned unions would resist a 15 percent wage cut and lobby for government control if a nationwide strike develops. Meetings with Senator Wagner and Senator Crosser, plus D. B. Robertson of the Brotherhood of Railroad Firemen, aimed to shape a plan with further conferences planned.
Two additional suits allege tenure denial by Trustee Will H Lamb of Stele township. Plaintiffs Edna Lankford and James Burdette claim they were not renewed after 12 years service and seek damages. Lankford ages 31, Burdette 63, with life contracts, amounts claimed of 31 158 and 5550 respectively.
Congress wage and hour conferees predicted final approval by Saturday after intense debate. The deal would create a board and raise minimum pay to 25 cents, with later increases and exemptions contested by the Senate and House groups amid threats of a filibuster from the Southern bloc.
A brief downtown item notes that a nanny has left a residence, prompting questions about who cares for the home and whether new arrangements are in place. No names or locations are provided in the readable text.
Mrs Oral Chapwhan formerly of Medora Indiana and Melrose Mass died recently. She was born January 15 1867 and married to Allen in 1887. She leaves two daughters Blanche Horrall of Iton and Mrs L WilS Melrose Mass a son Wayne and a brother John Smith. Funeral services will be in Washington D C Friday at 2 p m.
Ten Democratic senators introduce a bill to empower a Senate committee to investigate relief funds for possible political use. The proposed panel, led by Vice President Garn, could subpoena government witnesses and would be funded up to $10,000. Also notes birth of a child to Mrs Ted Zidmer in Evansville on June 4.
A murky account describes Japanese forces dropping hazardous devices near a university area, with protests and raids reported as American troops respond. References to Honan region and multiple campuses appear in fragmented notes, indicating escalating tensions and security concerns around the university sites.
Hospital notes record the submission of Master Donald DeWersburg to an operation today. The brief item notes the patient’s status and the procedure context within the hospital.
Washington notes a three year relief program with no lobbying allowed and $600,000,000 in projects ready to start pending a recovery bill. PWA aims to accelerate employment across cities and industries, with $322,000,000 for materials and $165,000,000 in diaries payments to workers under the plan.
An AP record notes a tally completed today enabling a large new spending program. The report highlights the funding framework and anticipated rollout of major fiscal measures, with officials signaling rapid implementation.
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