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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 15, 1939

Page

3

Lion Sighted Twice Near Rensselaer In May to June

In Rensselaer Indiana, residents reported a mountain lion sighting near a barnyard and at the edge of the high school athletic field. Four posses scoured farms but found only tracks. Hunter Larry McQuinn planned an evening hunt with dogs. The episode spurred local talk of conservation as visitors increased and lion themed items appeared in shops.

Rensselaer Ind Jasper County George McElfresh Ben Ogiesby Mra McElfread Larry McQuinn Thornton, Til McQuinn Thornton Midwest

Social Notes From Cannelburg and Nearby

Mr. and Mrs. Will Shields and Mrs. Catherine M. Wilson of Cheyenne Wyoming spent several days with Anglia Sinnot and Anna Laura Fegan. John E. Doyle L C Doyle and Homer Doyle traveled to Aberdeen Dakota for the funeral of Geo Huettle husband of Lucille Doyle of Montgomery. Tom Arvin of Shoals visited Miss Minnie Arvin. Levi Carrico of Wayne and his parents hosted a weekend gathering with relatives.

Will Shields Catherine M. Wilson Cheyenne Wyo Anglia Sinnott Anna Laura Fegan John E. Doyle L. C. Doyle Homer Doyle Aberdeen Dakota Geo. Huettle Lucille Doyle Montgomery Tom Arvin Shoals Minnie Arvin Levi Carrico Wayne Carrico

New Star Robert Taylor Attends Hollywood Race Meet

The article notes the newlywed Robert Taylor forgetting tickets as he and Barbara Stanwyk head to a Hollywood race meet. It also lists local visits from Barbara’s circle including Mrs. Gene Carrico, Mr. Oscar Haag, Miss Esther Graves and others visiting and staying with friends, with several names from Washington and Indianapolis mentioned.

Robert Taylor Barbara Stan Hollywood Oscar Haag Esther Graves Washington Bar Grider

Visit to United States Impresses Roosevelt Allies

A fragment describes a visit to the United States, with Niagara Falls as a backdrop and a respectful welcome to President Roosevelt. The text hints at royal or official ties and strong public enthusiasm during the meeting and ceremonies.

United States Niagara Falls Roosevelt

Eccentric farmer laid to rest near Coatesville church

Coatesville Indiana June 15 a curious funeral ends in a quiet cemetery as Hedrick County farmer Wade Millman 90 is laid to rest beside his wife Leathers Millman after a service led by Rev Franks The eccentricities of Millman including a bottle and unshaven appearance contrasted with the orderly eulogy in a church near the small white walled cemetery notes illustrate a local peculiar rite in a rural community.

Witting Canaan Coatesville Wade Millman Iefternoon Millmian Franks Brown Millman

Time sage Tells About Troubles and Wade Millman

Seanette sketches Wade Millman, longtime Coatenville resident who built a coffin from an oak tree on his farm and imported a tombstone from Switzerland. Five pallbearers, a restaurant operator among them, carried the coffin to the grave as singing filled the services. Millman had once wished to die unremembered with no preacher or songs, a note noted by various newspapers nationwide.

Wade Millman Coatenville Switzerland

Bride on a Budget Serial Story Title Fragment

Iris pushes budget living in July heat as Bart balks at buying a suit. He resists but finally buys gray slacks on a budget plan while Iris mocks their financial constraints. The scene hints at hardship and family pride amid a heat wave and limited means.

Bart Iris John Ken Kents

When Money Dreams Clash in a Home Future

Bart Whittaker promises Iris a secure future to justify cutting present happiness. Iris doubts, laments their youth, and longs for simple comforts as they argue over money and plans for retirement. The scene hints at strain in a marriage facing financial strain and differing priorities.

Bart Iris

Notice of GAL of Real sick of by see Joe Isham will

The undersigned executor of the last will and testament of Joe Isham, deceased, gives notice that by the will’s power and authority he will, at ten o clock A M on the 14th day of page 1939, at the law office of T P Meade located T P Meade attorney.

Joe Isham T. P. Meade

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