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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1939

Page

6

Group Picnic Celebrates U B Aid Division in Odon

The second division of the U B Aid held an all day picnic at Odon city park on Wednesday. A covered dish dinner honored seven birthdays then featured song and devotion led by Mrs. Abe Stickles. Members listed include Rosalie Stout Jimmie Ramsey Opal Stuffel and Grace Ketchem along with many families and friends. Odon locals A M Williams and others traveled to Evansville Vincennes Indianapolis for routine visits and Mrs Mary Gantz funeral illness noted.

Odon Ind U. B Aid Odon City Park Gram A. M. Williams Evansville Vincennes A. F. Hindman Billy E. T. Laughlin Hugh Merrill Ina Carress Indianapolis Hindman Robert Long Hospital Ralph Shufflebarger John Robert Ryan Frankfort Mary Gantz

Parole Board Chief Flags Lax Oregon Parole Rates

Salem Oreg ten thousand more persons graduated from American prisons last year than colleges Cecil Edwards ex officio member of the Oregon state parole board says 463 prisoners returned to prison during a two year period a 35 percent average compares unfavorably with a federal 10 percent rate he declared noting laxity in granting paroles

Salem Ded Cecil Edwards Oregon State Parole Board

Local Swim Contest Opens June 26 at Pal Pool

Time will then compete day night June 26 at the Pal Pool to be judged for ming and diving. From th one man will be selected July 2 to compete with swimmers from other Indiana cities for the major prize. The local winner will also receive a handsome swimmer trophy engraved. Enter by coupon at Democrat office or Indiana Thep before Saturday June 24. Details to appear Tuesday.

Pal Pool Indiana Frank

Dedication Planned for Bishop Shrine at Vincennes Old Cathedral

Memorial rites mark the 100th anniversary of Bishop Bruite’s death. Most Rev Joseph Ritter will officiate at 4:30 p.m. with Solemn Vespers and a sermon. Rev Paul Deery leads services in the Old Cathedral, as a shrine to Bishop Bruite is dedicated in the church basement under the altar.

Ritter Vincennes Brune de Remur Vincennes Catholic Old Cathedral Joseph B. Ritter Bisl Bruite Paul Deery Bishop Bruite Vincennes Oe Hee

New Tax Bill Debate Sets Up Passage Decision

A fragmented Washington article outlines the new tax bill and divided views among lawmakers. Report mentions business impact and public sentiment as Congress faces a crucial vote.

Improvements Bids Planned For Public Works In Indiana

Indianapolis bids set for June 27 and July 6 to install overhead doors as part of state improvements. Commission chairman announced bids will be received in Warsaw and surrounding areas, with details including location and scope to be clarified.

Indianapolis Ind Igharora Warsaw

Baby Slayer Faces Charge In Local Case

A troubled woman connected to a baby death faces formal charges after her daughter reappears and a body is found. The case involves a Clyde factory worker and an overnight absence leading to a police investigation and a secret burial. Authorities identified the victim as Baby Haldon and released few details pending further inquiry.

Myers Paul Clyde Baby Haldon

Three Killed in Auto Crash Near Kokomo Ind

A Sunday afternoon crash a mile south of Kokomo Indiana killed three people in the Mills family and a second driver George Lindley. Norma Jean Mills 43 wife and mother died at the scene. George Lindley 22 driver of the other car died later. Mary E Weaver 16 and Lillie Lindley 48 sister of the driver were among the injured. The Mills child Norma Jean Mills 4 also died.

Kokomo Ind Ry Lindley Iss Weaver Mills

Elnora church events and funeral notices

A report of a Sunday evening Father’s Day program at Elnora Church and a funeral for T. J. Porter in Trinity Springs. Attendees included James Flummer-Farris and others from Elnora Sullivan Switz City and Odon. Also noted is a gift shower for Mrs. Floyd Hamilton and various local visits and meetings.

Elnora Epwo Cock James Flummer- Farris Elnora Tolof Sullivan S. E. Bridwell Switz City Mack Ketchem Odon T. J. Porter M. G. Porter Trinity Springs Floyd Hamilton Karl Blum Jess Campbell Paul Nugent Victor Maye Richard Dove Rose Smith Alice Arnold R. Sears Michigan Alice Greenwood Dickie Hill Ivah O'Neal Brian Daugher Washington Warren

Glendale Beats Cumback In Hard-Fought Rivalry Clash

A crowd of about 500 watched Glendale topple Cumback at the Glendale ball diamond Sunday. Glendale trailed 5-1 early, then rallied in the fourth with five hits and four errors to plate five runs and seize the lead as Lents pitched.

Glendale Ball Diamond

Social Notes Highlight Weekend Visits Across Town

Readers note a flurry of guests and trips as local families host in their homes. Invited in L. Seventh Street circles are in laws and relatives from Baltimore, Boonton, Shreveport, Bloomington, Vincennes, and Michigan City with many motor trips to Bloomington and Bedford. Families like Steinhart, Dayton, Willeford, Newkirk, Miller, Hamersly and Eastman are mentioned, along with a host of visits to friends and relatives, from Murphysboro to Shoe Cabin and beyond.

Mrs Dobbins Hosts Bid A Wee Club Night

Mrs Dobbins entertained her Bid A Wee club Thursday at her East Poplar home. Two guests and several members attended, including Mrs S E Bowman of Washington and others. A large Vincennes District Brotherhood meeting drew a crowd later in the day.

Dobbins E. ©. Dobbins East Popu C. Ir Charles E. Pate Dwight Es H. G. Coleman Ward Nichols W. Palmer Bechtel G. D. Henderson S. E. Bowman Washington Brotherhood Vincennes District

Wagner Labor Act changes are demanded

Washington June 19 Ac cusing the National Labor Relations Board of protecting strikers American industry represented by the National Association of Manufacturers demanded enactment of amendments to the Wagner Labor Act. Gall appeared before the Senate labor committee pressing the American case for amendment. The committee had heard AFL CLO and others. Also notes hog cattle and sheep market figures with prices and ranges for various weights and grades.

Washington National Labor *Relations Board National Wagner Labor AI Gall Senate Labor Committee AFL CLO Beara Congress

Market Price Report Amid Mixed Livestock Quotes

Livestock market notes show varied bids with cattle steady and ranges for hogs, sows, and calves. Prices span 100 to 3500 head totals, with beef cattle and dairy types offered at multiple grades and weights, reflecting a cautious but steady trading day.

Local Hog Market Prices From 80 to 275 Pound Weights

Hog market report shows price ranges for 180-200 lb at 6.30, 200-225 lb at 5.40, 225-250 lb at 6.30, 250-275 lb at 6.10, and 80 head weights from 3.75 to 4.50 per hundredweight.

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