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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 11, 1914

Page

3

Indiana Senate Debates Constitutional Amendment and Rights

The report discusses the Indiana Senate's debate on a constitutional amendment and repeal measures linked to war rights and the Hay-Pauncefote treaty with Great Britain. It notes expectations of a decisive repeal vote and includes editorials from Bloomington on constitutional reform methods. It adds a light aside on weather making facts feel hot or cold.

Senate Norris States Ander Great Britain Bloomington Washington’Herald Indiana

High school funds divide per pupil study costs

Professor McComb reports per pupil expenditures in high schools across the country. English is listed as the lowest at 1.637 while other subjects range up to 19. GT and commercial courses show notable allocations. He argues English should be the top priority and all students should take a thorough course.

McComb Indianapolis Engligh

Local shooting event yields high scores despite crowd

Sims leads as Odon visitors Garrett and Sims shine in a club match. Rus sell Smith demonstrates with a 22 rifle, while Winston and Graham post strong scores in events named Trainor Laughlin and others. The park crowd enjoys the misty day and the lively exhibition.

Sims Winston Garrett Trainor Laughlin Smith Graham Wade Scoble Thomas Rugéell Smith Hily

Prof C Kinnick Moves to Eureka College

Prof C C Kinnick head of English at the local high school last year has accepted a position in the Eureka College English department Eureka Ill. He organized two debating clubs promoted literary work and helped form the High School Review. His departure saddens friends who praise his achievements and promotion.

C. C. Kinnick Eureka College Eureka Ill Kinnick High School High School Review

St Simon’s academy graduation set for next Tuesday

Annual commencement at St Simon’s academy will take place Tuesday evening at 8 o’clock in St Simon’s church. Five graduates Miss Evelyn Mowery Miss Bertha Backes Miss Mary Sanford Miss Mary Smith and Miss Catherine Hayes will receive diplomas after twelve years of study under the Sisters. Prof Nowak will lead a strong musical program and Rev James Ryan will deliver an Education address. Diplomas will be awarded by Rev W Boland. The church will be illuminated with new electrical chandeliers and decorated with flowers.

St. . Simon's St. Simon's Church Evelyn H. Mowery Mary J. Sanford Mary. H. Smith Catherine ‘M. Hayes W. J. Nowak James HE. Ryan St. Mary's

Eighth Grade Commencement at First Baptist Church

Daviess county common schools hold eighth grade commencement this Saturday at 2 o'clock in Washington. A large crowd is expected for the event with programs including the High School Orchestra, invocation by Rev S A Hayworth, remarks by J G Coltsworth, presentation of diplomas, and benediction by Rev W S Rader.

Daviess County First Baptist Church Washington Indianapolis W.,s. Rader

Milburn Star at Athletics in West Point Cadet

Jasper Ind June 11 Frank W Milburn son of Richard M Milburn democratic nominee for attorney general cadet at United States Military Academy West Point will graduate Friday and be commissioned as a Second Lieutenant in the army He has been strong in athletics and was presented with a $125 saber by the academy for being the best all round athlete in school

Jasper Ind Frank, W. Milburn Richard M. Milburn United States Military ‘Academy West Point Army Milburn Tthe

Temperance Event Invitation Drafted For Public Notice

Distilled OCR fragment shows a call to a temperance gathering with phrases like Bens regiment and admission is free. The readable portion implies an open invitation to a public meeting supporting temperance initiatives.

Bens Regiment Ad Mission

Student Earns Gold Charm for Athletic Excellence

A standout student received a gold charm for excellence in football and baseball, the only one in his class to excel in both. He earned A grades every year, received two A sweaters from the Athletic Association, and also excelled in basketball hockey and running. He will spend his furlough at home before joining the army in September.

Athletic ‘Association

Chairman Archer Not Expected to Recover

A message from Washington reports John W. Archer democratic chairman of the Second district in Spencer Indiana fell ill suddenly and is not expected to recover after an operation. Dr Archer, assistant state veterinarian, traveled to Washington to attend a veterinary surgeons meeting. Mrs Archer also went to Washington last night.

Sheriff Escorts Wolfe to See Brother in Knox County

Sheriff George W Harmon and Deputy John H McCafferty took Dr D W Wolfe by car from Oaktown to see his brother who lives there. Wolfe hopes his brother will post bond for his release during the arson case appeal.

George W. ‘Harmon John H. McCafferty D. W.wolfe Oaktown Knox ‘County Wolfe

Prohibition Vote Expected by House This Summer

Washington reports indicate a nationwide prohibition measure could reach a house vote in four to five weeks as the rules committee delays action until July 2 on a rule for immediate consideration of the Hobson amendment. Some fear no action this session while others expect a favorable July report though Hobson opposes immediate action.

Washington House Capitol Hobson

Joe Small Arrives With Bride on Honeymoon Visit

Joseph W. Small and his wife Sarah Shenefelt from Pitcairn Pa arrived this afternoon from Ambridge Pa to visit relatives in the city. Small, a former resident and Purdue Civil Engineering graduate of 1909, is employed by the American Bridge Company in Ambridge.

Joseph W. Small Joseph Small Ambridge Mr. Small Sarah Shenefelt Pitcairn Joseph’w. Small Purdue University American Bridge,‘ Company

Hoffmann Bohn Wedding Unites In St Louis Cathedral

Joseph O Hoffmann of this city and Estelle Marie Bohn of St Louis wed Wednesday in the new Cathedral chapel at St Louis with Rev Francis Gilalman officiating. A wedding breakfast followed at the bride’s home. The groom, a Georgetown graduate, practices law in Indianapolis. The bride, a Hearts convent graduate, is a prominent St Louis socialite. They will reside in Indianapolis.

Joseph 0. Hoffmann Estelle Marie. Bohn St. Louis New’ Cathedral Francis Gilalman Stella Kansas Georgetown” ‘University Washington,d.c Indianapolis S. Heart Convent

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