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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1939

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Two Wills Filed For Probate In Circuit Court

Two wills filed for probate in the circuit court. Otto F. Kloetzer left his estate to his wife Frederick who is named executrix, dated June 19, 1926, witnessed by Charles G. Gardings and Virgil Grannan. Flora’s will dated July 30, 1929 with two codicils appoints Mary E. Seal and F A Seal as witnesses. Provisions name a lifetime property receiver and Arbin, son, to receive a farm and act as executor.

Circuit Court Otto F. Kloetzer Frederick Charles G. Gardings Virgil Grannan Flora Mary E. Seal F. A. Seal Seal Frank Donaldson Arbin

Taken by death this morning

Obituary notice reports the death of Mrs. Pilkington aged 53 of Madison Indiana after eight months illness. Survived by husband and daughter, with services arranged by A. Gill & Sons. body to be returned to Washington tonight.

Orley Pilkington Kington West T Madison Ind Larence Vane Pittston Washington Arthur Indies Jessie Pear Myrtle Henapolis A. Gill & Sons

German Control May Be Extended Amid War Tension

German control may be extended as full war equipment grinds on. streets of Kladno show tension and authorities keep a firm grip amid ongoing strain.

Kladno

Indiana Storm Damage Toll Tops Three Dead

A destructive storm battered Indiana and six other states, causing up to 1.5 million dollars in property damage. The event injured dozens and left downed power lines, uprooted trees, and blocked roads near Wolcott and Valparaiso. Three deaths were reported in Indiana along with fatalities in Ohio and Wisconsin. Local towns like Swayzee, Brookly, and Jacksonville suffered structural damage and disruption to utilities and air travel.

Indianapolis Jung Eax S Kenth Kent Wolcott Valparaiso Wong Ohio Wisconsin Jacksonville Tlingis

Roosevelt urges unity in national life for war defence

The 1939 U S Military Academy graduation speech by President Roosevelt urges cooperation across all elements of national life to bolster the nation for war. He warns of the machine age’s destructive progress and the need for disciplined, coordinated effort while avoiding broad naming of dictators.

Point N .Y Roosevelt U. Military Academy Rask Oh A Who America Army Greys Oradership

Funeral for Ethel M Howard Held

Funeral services for Midget el May Howard were held at 2 o clock in the afternoon at Thompson and Davis in Granger with burial in the local cemetery. Pallbearers included Basil DeJernett Carli ot tee Harold Bledsoe and flower bearers were Adeline Immethun Rose Harmon Doris Wick.

el May Howard Heli Theg. Thompson Davis Basil DeJernett Carli ©Ottee Harold Bledsoe Adeline Immethun Granger Rose Harmon Harmon Doris Wick

Funeral rites for Severgi Floerke held in East St Louis

Services for Severgi Floerke who died Friday night were conducted at St Mar church at 9 AM with burial in St Johns cemetery. Pallbearers named include Georg er Henry Sum Bess Aloysius Sum George and Julian Bowling.

Severgi Floerke

Local Man Sent to Reformatory by Judge Gilkison

A local man was ordered to begin serving a two year term at the reformatory by Judge Frank E. Gilkison on Saturday. The sentence was handed down after the court proceedings, with details limited in the report.

Mrs Creager Has Poems in Major Anthology

Mrs Eunice Creager of Washington is represented in one of four major anthologies issued by New York theory publisher Henry Harrison. The anthology was imported here today.

Hospital Notes reveals a day of major operations

Miss Rose Willis of Petersburg R R 1 underwent a major operation Saturday. Ralph Miles of 108% East Mai Street submitted to a major action Saturday. Mrs. Frank Hewitt of Shoals underwent a major operation morning. Mrs. George Ginder R R 1 underwent an operation here this day. Mrs. Harlan Fogle L underwent a major operation. Mrs. Alfred Miles 908 McGerrick Avenue admitted to medical treatment. Born to Mrs. Fred Butz 02 Grand Avenue a daughter Sym. Mrs. Howard Wainman 71 WW First Street underwent a major operation Saturday.

Rose Willis Petersburg R. R Ralph Miles East Mai Street Frank Hewitt Shoals George Ginder Harlan Fogle Alfred Miles McGerrick Avenue Toms Fred Butz Grand Avenue Sym Howard Wainman First Street

Marriage Licenses Listed for Nave Turner Ryan McMillen

Marriage licenses show William Henry Nave aged 24 a truck driver of Carnegie Hil son of Henry Nave and Hazel Irene Turner aged 39 of R 3 city daughter of Chagy Turner. Nicholas Clair Ryan 22 of R 1 Montgomery former son of John D Ryan and Rose Frang Nolan 21 of Cannerburg R R daughter of Presly Nolan. Charles D McMillen 64 of R.

Henry Nave Carigie, Hil Henry Nave Hazel Irene Turner R. R City Chag 'Y. Turner Nicholas Clair Ryan R.l Montgomery John D. Ryan Rose Frang's Nolan Cannerburg Presly Nolan Charlies D. McMillen

Ramsey Divorce Case Leads With Ramsey vs Henry J Ramsey

Henry J Ramsey sues for divorce against Ramsey with H Beasley listed as attorney for the plaintiff. The brief note identifies the parties and filing but provides no further facts or dates.

Henry J. Ramsey Ramsey H Beasley

Townsend Plan Sparks Senate Action Amid Social Security Shifts

The Townsend group gains attention as Dr Francis directs support for a constitutional amendment vote. House approved 3642 bill would raise federal max old age assistance to 20 dollars monthly, expand coverage to seamen bank employees and other workers, with dollar-for-dollar matching.

Dr. Francis Senate Townsend Ion ho _ Social security board Arhur J. Altmeyer Stant Earings House

Corning Woman Dies After Illness at Home

Porning Indiana June 12 Meop astasia Conlon widow of Roger Conlon of Reeve towi ch died Sunday at 7 2 p m after complications. Married April 21 1896 she was daughter of Nicholas and Katherine Mahoney natives of Ireland. Survived by sons Bernard and Leo both at home and by Edward Walsh and John McCauley siblings. Member of St Patrick's church and Altar Society. The body remains at Emil Norris Sons funeral home for the hour of funeral 9 a m Tuesday at St Patrick's church interment in nearby cemetery. Funeral directors John will have charge of services.

Porning Ind Spervivors Bernard Ad Leo Chilldren Edward Walsh John ‘McCauley St. Patrck’s St. Patrick’s Church

Byron Nelson Wins Open Championship Playoff Clash

Philadelphia reports Byron Nelson defeated Craig Wood in a dramatic second 18 hole playoff to capture the national open title. Nelson, the Reading, Pennsylvania native known for long drives, outdueled Wood at Mamaroneck after a tight opening 18 holes, concluding a hard fought championship run.

Philadelphia Jon Nelson Reading Craig Wood Mamaroneck Ralph Guld

Wyman Steen buried. farmer Will in memory

James Steen, son of Osmon Steen, born April 11 1864 near Wheatland in 10x county, died June 12. He lived in Daly county area, moving to Nike home near Syngarland district. He is united as.

Jaes Steen Etn Gb Fary (Osmon) Steen Wheatland Hewalt An Or Dian Daylie Seteict Nike Syngarland

Unclear fragment on rock music aims and meta reduction

Fragmentary text references rock, pays, AE Cole, and reducing meta. No coherent events, dates, or proper names to establish a full item.

Pays Ae Cole Meta

New Highway Construction Promises Jobs Across 13 Counties

Indighapollis Indiana officials announce a long delayed 58 mile road project across 13 counties. Bid openings to fund dual lane highway from Michigan to South Bend will create hundreds of jobs during the coming months. The plan aims to begin as soon as bids are received with state funds covering the cost except one exception.

Indighapollis Ind Igtité T. A Haceeset Mare Efile Zahésvile Michigan South Bend Unio

Wheat cutting starts in Daviess county reports say

Early wheat cutting began in parts of Daviess county with scattered reports to Washington. A later halt this afternoon may delay resumption for several days. Binders are in use during the early cutting period. Heavy headed wheat is cited in cases of damage from wind and rain affecting local buyers.

Daviess County

Repeal of tax approved in June action noted

A local vote approved repealing a tax measure with implications for June proceedings. Officials indicated formal steps to remove the levy and adjust related budgets. Community leaders urged residents to monitor upcoming meeting dates for implementation details.

MRS ADDIE BUSSARD TAKEN BY DEATH

Mrs Addie Bussard elderly widow of Porter Bussard of The Forks east of Ashington on Road 50 died this afternoon at 1 55 due to a complication of ailments Ed Keller has arrangements

An Bussard Porter Bussard the Forks Ashington Aiments

Father’s Day and a hard truth about a tightwad dad

A reader recalls being told by their mother how hard life was for their father. She explains money struggles, buying essentials, and the impact on family dignity. The piece ends with a personal reflection on Father’s Day and the lasting feeling from those lessons.

Unclear fragment hints at Flint plant orders and state entrance enforcement

Fragmentary text describes Flint rationing, Ver Motors plant operations, and enforcement issues at entrances. The readable lines suggest a story about a new state policy and limited public compliance, with reference to a quick human reaction.

A. F Flint Motors

Reform Sub-Committee Plans Budget Curtailment

A House appropriations sub-committee plans to reform the relief program by reducing Works Progress Administration funds for the fiscal year starting July 1. Acting chairman seeks to write restrictions into law to curb alleged excesses in the W P A. Leaders aim to send the bill to the White House by July.

Giboone House Roosevelt Wees Fur Virginia White House

Slovakia Occupation Urges Immediate Action Across World

A brief wartime note declares Slovakia will be occupied at once and demands action on June 12. It mentions a plan involving one automobile for every world inhabitant and cites an urgent, propagandistic tone from the NS era.

Slovakia

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