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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1938

Page

2

Taxpayers May Pay For Republican Trickery

Taxpayers face costs from a Daviess county Republican effort to seize control of the county board. A civil suit ousted Democrat Frye and Bateman, claimed to be a political move to replace them with Republicans. Frye seeks 568.88 for wages from March 16, 1935, to January 1, 1937, noting he was deprived of office by alleged chicanery in Reeves township.

Daviess County Board of County Commissioners Northyaylor Bateman Frye Supreme Court

Local streets claim and road repairs delayed

A Democrat alleges discovery of two iogtere streets and several gaps along First Street from Bell Avenue to Harneda, about 300 feet of asphalt. The administration has neglected road work for over a year, with only a few chuck holes noted.

First Warwinkle

Odon Visitor Honored Guest At Gathering

Odon Indiana hosts a friendship dinner for Margaret Smiley of Santa Ana California marking her 19 year absence. Guests include Mrs. Hugh Merrill, Ollie Caughey, Agnes Dunlap as co hostesses and visiting relatives from Sullivan Pittsburgh Seymour Plainville and Nashville.

Odon Ind Margaret Smiley Santa Anas Calif Nona McCoy Meadames Hugh Merrill Ollie Caughey Agnes Dunlap Smiley Checlziate Car Young James Smith Sullivan

Odon Notes Shows Visitors and Local Fire Report

Odon Indiana June 25. Mrs F K East and Mr East visited Sunday with friends in Indianapolis. Fire truck responded to QC Marshall home at 3 50 Thursday night due to minor roof fire. Bloomington and Evansville moves noted as Mr and Mrs M G Poindexter plan to move to Evansville. Poindexter to manage Regina Sweeper Corp plant there. Joyce Bowman of Indianapolis stayed with her father Al Bowman. Weekend guests included Mrs Jone Freeman and Mrs Anna McBride returning from Indianapolis. Many local residents and visitors mentioned.

Bloomington Huette Poxter Evansville Thur M. G. Poindexter Poind Regina Sweeper ‘Corp Evanaville Ofora Joyce Bowman Indianapolis al. Bowman Ira’ Carrell Houston Tex Hobart Sinale Charlies Lois Hart Bedford Rachael Carrell Roberta? Cae Earl Haame Sandborn Cs E. Shanks J. Jone Freeman L. W. Curry Anna Marie

New Bible Version in Rome for Malagasy Readers

A newly issued Malagasy Bible translation is reported in Rome, with officials citing improved readability for Madagascar’s language speakers. The project aims to expand access to scripture through a contemporary Malagasy wording and cultural relevance.

Remarkable Bird Propagation From One Pair of Hiduse Wrehs

A historical note claims that two million birds could be produced in six years from a single pair of hiduse wrehs if eggs hatch and offspring breed normally. The statement emphasizes rapid growth under ideal conditions.

Albany Zoo Lions Nurtured After Mother Dog Fears

In Albany Oregon a shepherd dog named Toots cared for four African lion cubs born at Portland Zoo. Attendants feared the cubs would be harmed by their mother and sought another guardian. The cubs were raised under the dog’s watchful care at the Toc owner’s horde.

Albany Ore Portland

State Issues Weekly Unemployment Benefit Totals

Indiana Unemployment Compensation Division announced weekly state checks totaling over 12 000. The amount paid per week could rise to about 15 000 as payments reached 13 219 in Knox Daviess and surrounding counties last week. Deputy Zopf reported total district payments since April reached 1 558 219 58 with 1 823 accepted claims. most recipients are working one or two days and rely on benefits to bridge gaps between wages and benefits.

Indiana Nnts Knox Daviess Ounties Zopf

Plainville social notes include several visiting families

Plainville items list guests including Mrs Leonard Sawyer and Mrs Tom Lester of Bloomfield visiting with their parents Mr and Mrs Joseph Nowling Mrs Wiley Moerrip and children Janet and Jerry of Edwardsport visited Thursday with Mr and Mrs B tand Mrs Loyd Sims and son Lary spent time with their son on their land nearby noting a few Wend events and family ties

Leonard Sawyer Tom LesterJof Bloomfield Joseph Nowling Wiley Moerrip Janet Jerry Edwardsport B. Tand Loyd Sims Lary Pany Tom

Honeymoon Farce Turns Into Highway Standoff

In a comic chapter, Joe Sandham and Kelly Archer flee toward Boston after a morning wedding plan is interrupted by a masked highwayman who demands a sandwich and milk. The encounter ends with the duo under threat as Kelly uses quick wit to keep control and the robber reveals a boorish bravado.

Kelly Joel Attila the Hun Chrysler Kelly Archer Joseph Ladham Kely Joe Sandham

Social notes mention Worthington guests and Wash relatives

Mr and Mrs Delbert Singleton hosted Sunday visitors including Mr Bill Jade and Dick from Worthington and Mr and Mrs Joseph de Clark with daughter Ibn Richard from Washington. The fragment references hospitality events and extended family connections.

Delbert Singleton Bill, Jade and Worthington Joseph de Clark Nd Ibn Richard Wash

Treasury reports big yield from liquor and cigarette taxes

Washington reports May tax receipts show liquor and cigarette taxes as a major revenue source. Liquor receipts totaled 43,273,000, up from last year’s 39,231,938. Corporation income tax brought in 22,860,198 and individual income tax 17,838,985 with old age security taxes at 56,956,529.

Washington Treasury Department

Dland Profitably Set Aside For Church Support In New Hampshire

A field in New Hampshire was set aside as a source of income to sustain a preacher. The 55 acres of woodland has yielded over 10,000 dollars in cash, covering the minister’s salary and providing him with firewood.

N. H Tne

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