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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1931

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Meredith heirs seek transfer to supreme court in million dollar estate case

The case, involving more than 100 persons and a four million dollar estate, progressed from lower court to appellate review. The Meredith branch of heirs asks to move from the appellate to the supreme court after the denial of a new hearing. The supreme court’s decision remains pending.

Washington Hastings Rogers Noaslinte Meredith Supreme Court

Summer grocery ads highlight cool treats and low prices

Advertisements in the Democrat showcase Hopewell Creamery Tip Top at 24c per lb and sugar at 1.22 for 26 lb. A & P offers 10 bars P G laundry soap for 29c, while meat deals include sugar cured baton at 19c per lb and veal loaf nearby. Meadow Gold ice cream runs a hot day campaign with eye catching copy.

Democrat Meat Department The Meadow Gold

Scout Camp Visit Described Amid Humble Rescue Tale

The report notes a modest account of a rescue effort and details the Boy Scout camp, inviting observers to witness the scouts at work. Sparse context mentions Atlantic seaboard areas and Phoenix, with references to June of a year and Mercury readings, suggesting a broad national weather or event backdrop from the era.

Atlantic Seaboard United States Phoenix Mercury

Al Capone era, Jed S hunted in Chicago, 1930s

In Chicago on June 19 authorities and papers report on Al Capone’s gang as news breaks that Capone is moving toward Leavenworth. U S district attorney George E Q Johnson returned after President Hoover’s congratulatory message and investigators are cited.

Chicago Jed- S al Capone Capone Wace al Leavenworth U.S George E. Q. Johnson Hoover Investi

Henson Fined $11 For Driving Without License

Leo Henson of Washington was fined $11 by Mayor John W. McCarty after pleading guilty to driving a motor vehicle without a license. He had never applied for a license and allegedly obtained a license plate at a local garage. He was ordered to secure a license immediately or face arrest again.

Leo Henson Washington John W. McCarty Auto Mobile Keg Eiare Ames Henson

Local Youth Fined for Assault in Peace Justice Case

Harold Bledsoe, a local youth, pleaded guilty to a charge of assault and battery before Justice of the Peace J. F. yesterday morning. He was fined $2.60 plus costs after striking another youth who wore glasses. the blow shattered the glasses but no injury to the eye occurred.

Harold Bledsoe J. F. of Justice of Peace Young Bledsee

Mischief and Mayhem in a Summer City Street

A garbled account describes a hot day on N E Third Street with a mobile sighting of a snapping creature on a running board and scattered chatter about Girl Scouts and a lizard tale. It mentions corn, butter, and a parade of cars toward swimming resorts amid heat and shade.

Ertig R Sutemobile N. E. Hird Street

Commemoration Stamp Marks Red Cross Anniversary 1981

A 1981 stamp issue commemorates the 50th anniversary of the founding of the American Red Cross. The notice highlights the significance of the milestone and the centennial-like framing of the Red Cross's early efforts.

American Red Cross

Death notice for Willis H Godwin at his son's home

Willis H Godwin 76 died at his son's home on Grand Avenue at 10:20 am after a three year illness. Born March 22, 1856 in Knox County, he lived in Davis and Knox counties, served as Bicknell city clerk, survived by widow Martha Wise Godwin and two children. Funeral at Veale Creek church with burial in nearby cemetery, James A. Gill in charge.

Willis H Gogwin Grand Avenue George H.E Dwin Knox County Wm. H Mary (Jones) Godwin Views Daviess Knox Nadia Mackey Bickmell Laura Wilson Ilinois Nannie Delay Florence Viehe Godwin First Christian Church of

Fish Fry Plans Near Complete By County Association

Plans are nearly complete for the second annual fish fry by the Daviess County Fish Game and Forest Protective Association. The event, Friday evening next week at about 7 30 on the east fork of White River, will feature short talks, storytelling, and music by the Bennet string band. Menu includes fresh catfish and drinks. attendance requires association membership. contact Elwood Williams for details.

Daviess County Fish Game and Forest Protective Association White River Bennet String Band Association Eee Elwood Williams

Washington Fords at Wheatland Sunday in baseball clash

The Washington Fords travel to Wheatland Sunday for a baseball game. The lineup is expected to include Bordinet Yeager Miles and Thombleson, formerly of the Greys. Cents Miles and aidmine will form the Ford battery for the contest against Knox county.

Washington Fords Wheatland Knox County Bordinet, Yeager Miles and Thombleson

Carpenter Hurt in Fall at Plant

Wendi Grannan a carpenter at the electric plant slipped between joists while installing a new floor. He suffered a minor cut to a leg and painful bruises and a cat bite on the leg required medical attention.

Wendi” Grannan

Death of Frank Hembree Follows Sudden Hemorrhage

Frank A. Hembree, 55, longtime Washington barber and lifelong resident, died Thursday night from a cerebral hemorrhage. Born July 12, 1876 in Pike, he moved to Daviess County as a youth, never married, and had retired from barber work due to heart trouble. He was found by a relative after collapsing on his front porch following a brief illness and was pronounced dead by the attending physician.

Frank A. Hemgbree Mr. Hembree Henry Krup Hembree Pike Comunty Richard Martha (Risley) Hembree Daviess County Piverkon oHemt Mont

Bridge Collapse Kills Five. River Rescue Underway

In Carthage, a highway bridge under construction over Calley Park river broke loose and fell 35 feet into the water. About 15 workers were on the span. five men were initially reported dead while others were severely injured. Ambulances and physicians rushed to the scene as rescue efforts continued amid wet cement and tangled girders. Two bodies were recovered within minutes, with additional survivors unaccounted for.

Carthage Teen Jung Calley Park Here Ceme Asete Nao Ceru'h Hoger

Mad Dog Scare Quelled by Police Shot

Police and a captain quieted a mad dog scare on Downey Avenue after a large Airedale rushed a woman and a child and entered a neighbor’s home. Officers found the animal in a yard and ended its spree with a shotgun charge.

Ihlice Downey Avonue West End Cox Clark

Hikers Slug Rob Man Burn His Car Near Indianapolis

John T. Currey of Franklin was beaten unconscious by two hitchhikers who robbed him of 105 dollars and set his car on fire. The burning vehicle was found by deputies. Currey later reached a farmhouse to call the sheriff. He said the pair picked him up south of the city at 10 p.m. Tuesday. the car was found at 11 p.m. and Currey was carried from the farmhouse at 2:30 a.m.

Indianapolis Ind John T. Currey Franklin Currey

New pavement opens traffic on State street link

The new pavement connecting State street with State Road 50 east of Washington is opened to traffic. Contractor Frank T. Cosby completed the paving, providing motorists with an additional ready route into the city by a paved highway.

State Street Washington Frank T. Cosby

Local Notable John Holliday Shows News of Improvement

Reports from the attending physician today indicate John Holliday, a prominent local figure idle for several weeks, has begun to show improvement in his condition.

John ¥. Holliday

Heat wave to keep Indiana temp high on June day

Indianapolis reports heat records likely to be broken as temperatures rose from 72 at 6 am to 86 by 8 am. Officials warn mercury may stay above 90, with cooler weather not expected until Saturday night. Weather Bureau notes widespread heat across central states and minimal rain. A separate blizzard hits Churchill, Hudson Bay area, bringing heavy snow and subfreezing temperatures.

Indianapolis Indiana United States Great Lakes Arizona John H. Armington Weather, Bureau Reported Chicago Churchill Hudson Bay United States Weather Bureau

Betty Slimp Graduates Withrow High School Cincinnati

Betty Slimp daughter of Mr and Mrs Oliver F Slimp graduates this year from Withrow High School in Cincinnati. She ranked eighth in a class of four hundred and carried two extra studies during the year. Miss Slimp was editor in chief of the Tower News.

Betty Oliver F. Slimp Washington Withrow High School Cincinnati Miss Slimp Tower-News

Ruling on Meat Ordinances Declares Invalid State Rule

Indianapolis June 13 Attorney General James M Ogden ruled that city ordinances banning meat sales without federal inspection are invalid. Cities may require meats sold within their limits to meet federal standards.

Indianapolis James M. Ogten

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