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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1937
Page
1
A fragmented report from Atlanta notes a dangerous situation with Indiana authorities involved. The readable text suggests a pursuit or threat described as dangerous, but details are incomplete and names or exact actions are missing.
A boiler on freight engine 4575 exploded near Ongood and Milan Indiana at about 3 AM. Two train workers Charles Tackpoien and Seymour Carr were killed and another badly injured. The blast tore the locomotive apart and derailed cars, halting traffic while crews from Cincinnati investigated the cause.
Auditor R. Ernest Clark attended a meeting of auditors and state examiners in Indianapolis. A round table discussion highlighted conflicts between old and new Indiana laws with no definite county guidance. The motion may aid six County Council and Adjustment Boards meeting in September.
Attorney Alvin Seal for the Knights of Columbus lodge presented a petition to the Daviess County Tax Review Board protesting increases in real estate and personal property assessments. The lodges real estate was raised by 3500 dollars and personal property by 400 dollars, with no recent improvements cited.
Funeral services for Mrs Ada K Schuck widow of Henry Schuck will be held at 9 30 Thursday morning at the family residence 902 West Van Trees street with Rev J Edw Murr officiating Interment will follow at Oak Grove cemetery Members of the G A R circle will visit the home Wednesday evening at 8 to conduct services
The Home Building and Loan Association at 205 Peoples Bank Building announces a quarterly dividend of 4 percent payable on July 1. Secretary Arthur W. Allen reports $37,223.76 in dividends paid over the past year.
Cars driven by Malcolm Peek and Mrs. Frank Dougherty collided at the East Fifth VanTrees corner around 1 30. Peek traveled east on VanTrees while Dougherty moved south on Fifth. Both cars sustained only minor damage and no injuries were reported.
Gilbert Dosch of 108 North Fourteenth Street underwent a major operation yesterday afternoon. Jene Area Ben Raymann of 1802 Grand Avenue had a minor operation this morning. Miss Iona Burris of 413 East ere arent was admitted for a major day. A note mentions the long tailed chickadee migrates altitudinally to the foot hills during winter.
Postponed games due to rain in the American League feature Boston at Chicago with Stratton on the mound and tension as Cleveland and Washington see limited scoring. In the National League, Pittsburgh and St Louis clash while other contests produce sparse runs amid pitching duels led by Blanton and Turner.
Third trial of Ward Davis of Petersburg opens in Knox County circuit court with Special Judge Dale Eby presiding. Prospective jurors were questioned. death penalty possible as lawyers seek jurors who oppose capital punishment. State aims to hear jurors who are parents of girls around Miss France’s age. Police on duty to maintain order as more testimony is expected to draw a larger crowd.
Youngstown Ohio June 22 Armed peace descended on the Mahoning Valley steel area as more than 4000 National Guardsmen moved to the mills. Gov Martin L Davey restored the status quo after Republic Steel and Youngstown Sheet and Tube announced plans to reopen. In Cleveland Charles P Taft of the federal mediation board said progress was made toward ending the steel strike with company heads set for a second conference tomorrow.
Farmers in Pike County report cutting wheat and planting corn amid wet weather. Yields vary from 30 to 140 dollars per acre, straw abundant in many fields. Local notes include Gray funeral services, family obituaries, and Pike County scholarships to Purdue University for two area men.
Linton Indiana June 22 farmers in Greene and surrounding counties were advised to watch their wheat fields for chinch bugs after the first outbreak of the insect in the area. County Agent Arthur Haseman reported two infestation sites east of Linton and near Worthington and noted the office has credit to aid eradication efforts. The two main control methods cited are log dag and creosote.
Bill Weaver has returned home after a buying tour featuring Graham Farms dairy. The visit is linked to ongoing legal reviews and plans to add to deeps seas fish ventures.
Braddock and Louis weigh in at 197 pounds ahead of the boxing bout. The article notes Braddock as the favorite with Louis seen as a strong challenger amid betting odds as they prepare for the night’s main event.
Thirty Daviess County farmers enroll in a five acre corn contest run by the Indiana Corn Growers Association to promote efficient production. Gold medals for yields around 100 bushels per acre, silver for 85 to 100, bronze for 75 to 85. Enrollees listed by township include Washington Claude E. Aikman and others, Steele Bennington, Madison Ira Bowman, Harrison Jt. Clark, and more.
The Senate finally approved a $4.5 billion relief bill to fund Works Progress Administration for another year. The measure, after staving off attempts to curb President Roosevelt’s discretionary use of the funds, was sent to the administration for action.
John W. McCarty, former mayor of Washington Indiana, was reported from St Vincent's Hospital in Indianapolis to be restless during the night. His condition was not stated as improving or worsening in the brief report from June 1922.
A grave crisis has emerged in Europe as intervention and conflict stir tensions across the region. Authorities warn of escalating danger and potential security responses affecting multiple nations and populations.
Fragmented report shows altered lines about Lindberghs baby given the name Land and mentions a secret until May with uncertain details. Names and events appear garbled with multiple errors and missing context.
Drum Gorps of Burch Wood Post Americ Legion recently outfitted in full regalia with West Point cadet style helmets and blue uniforms. The Drum Cowboys to debut new outfits at the Celebration Race Meet on July 5 at Crates Farms Fairgrounds.
Building and Loan officers and employees from eight counties meet in this city at St. Mary's School. A round table discussion runs 4 to 6 pm with dinner at 6.30 pm. Notables include Cannon of Osmer Bank, Coop of Building and Loan Association, and Alien of Federal Savings. Local associations close at 3 pm Wednesday.
Harold Darnell, chief of the state bureau of food and drugs within the Indiana State Board of Health, has served eight years. He is identified with Purdue University diversity efforts and continues in his role overseeing food and drug enforcement and purity standards.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls pwhep the hee sad furniture store in Washington during the late 1800s. Mentions George Walters of the telegraph, Burton served as local express agent with Mrs Burton as clerk, horse drawn delivery, and a livery stable on Main Street near the Liberty Theater. Period amusements were scarce, baseball on Saturdays and occasional Opera House shows, with rooster fights in a back room after hours tied to bets among local businessmen and clerks.
Mrs H B Lindsay Paul Noni Bob Dillon and Woody No return from Culver Military Academy after ten days attending Red Cross Examiners training. About 140 swimmers from across the country enrolled for instruction by noted champions and Olympic coaches. Sessions included first aid life saving surfing boating and swimming practice with lectures in the evenings. The four now become Red Examiners eligible to teach junior life saving senior course and the 40 hour instructors course.
Indianapolis June 22 The state clemency commission commuted Will Howards sentence from three years to two to fer years for second degree burglary sentenced Oct 18 19 by the GI county circuit court The commission paroled Jo Crays sentenced in Martin county circuit court March 23 1936 to five years in state penitentiary for second degree burglary Also notes yesterday's weather with a high of 91 and low of 74.
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