Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Washington Washington Democrat in Washington, Indiana

We have 10,635,812 pages in Indiana

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 9 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1946

Page

2

Dog Holds Man’s Lip in Death Grip

In Hammond Indiana on Saturday Virgil Forcht investigated a barking sound near his car when a small white dog lunged and bit his upper lip. He strangled the dog to free himself. neighbors pried the jaws loose. Forcht received eight stitches and anti rabies shots. The dog’s head was sent to Indianapolis for rabies testing.

Hammond Ind Virgil Forcht Forcht Arthur V. Vole East Chicago Indianapolis

Durants Deny Criminal Acts in Crown Jewel Theft Case

Washington reports Col Jack Durant and his wife Capt Kathleen Nash Durant deny any criminal act in the Kronberg Castle crown jewel theft. Their temporary counsel Capt Frank Bosworth demands release unless charges are filed, noting no charges yet. Trial expected in Germany with civilian lawyers options discussed.

Washington INS Jack Durant WAC Kathleen Nash Durant Durants Wrest - Ton Frank Bosworth Bosworth Military District of Washington Col A. C. Miller Durante Kronberg Castle Miller Mourants Germany Durant Poowdeeh

4-H Club Meeting Notes Highlight Demonstrations and Talks

A June 11 4-H club meeting at Norman Chestnut’s home featured demonstrations on Increasing Milk Production and How to Raise a Large Yield of Potatoes by George Skemp Billy Moore and Kenneth Newton. Talks covered Benefits of Pasture to Livestock with samples by Sam White, recreation led by Skemp and Sheetz, and refreshments after adjournment.

Elmore Township Boys 4-Hi Norman Chestnut Mr. McSwane George Skemp Billy Moore Sam White Kenneth Newton Richard Sheetz Veale Township Melba McCain Joyce Robinson Lenora Alford Lois Bar- Tpercemente Therine Péachee Carol Sito Wilma Stuckey

Fragmented Political Exchange Reflects Labor and War Strains

The dialogue centers on a senator and a press official arguing over transparency and public record. References to readers, readers’ facts, and the cost of conflict surface amid tension about slave labor from Russia, refugees, and job scarcity. A tense, clipped exchange highlights political pressures and rising social strain.

Enrough AR al spies and peace pleas in train scene

A crowded train car scene features a speaker voicing a desire for peace while recalling the sorrow of mothers worldwide. Passengers discuss politics, marriage, and the social dynamics aboard, including a vice president led meeting and a miniature community of 4-H club activities with baking and demonstrations. Real estate deeds list minor transfers in a local register.

Million-Word History From UNM President Emerges

Dr. David Spence Hill, former president of the University of New Mexico, has completed a million-word history of the Jeffersonville Kentucky Quartermaster Depot. The project began four years ago as part of a broader Army survey.

Albuquerque N. M David Spence Hill University of New Mexico Jeffersonville

McClain enters race for Indiana secretary of state

Indianapolis June 15 Harry E McClain 46 of Shelbyville announced his Democratic candidacy for Indiana secretary of state. Former state insurance commissioner and executive secretary of the Indiana Association of Insurance Agents, he holds past president roles in the Indiana Elks Association and affiliations with the Presbyterian church American Legion Magonic and Eagles lodges. He is married with two sons William T and David. Greenlee Democratic state chairman urged candidates to announce and decline grafted support while signaling no backing. A push grows to persuade former governor Schricker to run for the senate.

Indianapolis Ind Harry E. McClain Shelbyville McClain Paul V.mcnutt Indiana Association of Insurance Agents Indiana Elks Association Presbyterian Church The American Legion Magonic and Eagles Lodges William T Indiana University David China Sea Pleas E. Greenlee Cas Aary Morris Doers Indiana House of Representatives Greenlee Henry F. Schricker Fletcher Trust Company of Senate

Break Up Dope Ring in Shanghai Arrests Surged

Police crack down on opium and narcotics network in Shanghai arresting over 500 addicts in an effort to dismantle the ring. Authorities have not yet traced the supply source, suspecting the dope originates abroad but unconfirmed in the report.

Shanghai

Japanese Stock Market History Notes Monopoly Era

A brief entry notes Japan's early stock market period when domestic firms held virtual monopoly status in trading. It references limited competition, key players shaping the market, and the evolution toward broader access and regulation. The piece sketches how monopoly dynamics affected prices and investor behavior.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Boyd & BA North East Third St Dog Man Military Au-Dierce of I Reseonangey Chicago Boh Ments War Department Bureau of Public Relations Elnora Billy DeMott Olive Orr Longfellow Girls Meyer Fey Rpha Hastings Corbett Kasai Gaye Serustt Fox Voorhees Ghali Margie Pat New York Rauceparer Pin Fox Paket Etobeliver eSonbett Norma Arthur Norma Fettie Rada Cornelius D. Lathly Glendale High School Ruth Armes Wilma Armes Danalee Peachee Susan Hauser Dolores Clark Pauline Lett Save Evleer Health Doris Allison Sunshine Corner Mirian Morton Billie Doades Willen Washington High School Doris Langdon Janet Meyers Dariene Lewis Weaver Betsy Ross Rosetth Courtney Rose K. Courtney Mary E. Eastridge Frank T. Miller Hyatt’s Western Chiropractic Health Service Taro J. F. Douthitt Palmer Chiropractor Bell Ford E. South ST Harry W. Hyatt Beitman Building Atna Life Insurance Company Hartford, Conn Scooters Kay Ons N. E Reliance Walnut ST Ardsley & Louvain Axminster Anna Williams Earl Ellis Washington, Ind SW. Main ST
Search Courier

Search the Washington Washington Democrat Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Washington Washington Democrat?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication