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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1939

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Two Cars Collide Near Prairie Creek Bridge

Al Brunett of Washington and Loren Cox of El Nora were in a collision near the Prairie Creek bridge about 1 30 this morning. Both drivers escaped serious injury though both cars were badly damaged. Sheriff Milton H. Fitzgerald and State Officer Herman H. Freed investigated at Road 57 one mile north of the creek bridge. Cox sustained a bruised arm and leg.

al’ Brunett Washington Loren Cox Elnora Prairie Creek Bridge Milton H. Fitzgerald Herman H. Freed Creek Bridge Brunett Cox

M Nutt remarks on loyalty and possible third term

M Nutt tells reporters in Manila and Chicago he will be loyal to Roosevelt and questions whether the president will seek a third term. He says his own stance is unique as a personal appointee and notes ambiguities about future intentions. He remarks Americans’ interest in foreign sugar and trade.

M’nutt Philippines Press Sabonte Manilla McNa Chicago Alainborherg Triex Rosevelt Pyself Coleradnes Nk McHale Indios Sentinant ivOr M Dent McNutt Historic Monument Circle Indianapolia Hale Minton Hoosierdam John C. McNutt Martinson McHale Fort Wayne Atmsistant Ashington

M Nutt eyeing nomination as Indiana statesman

Indiana features a mass public rally for Paul McNutt with a parade and hundreds of county banners as he considers a gubernatorial run. McNutt plans a return to Hoosier politics, meeting supporters and addressing an audience at the Hotel English before a state reception.

McNutt English State House Paul American Legion Indiana Eag Reginald H. Sullivan Indianapolis M. Clifford Homes Edward C. Elliott Purdue University Elliott

Leaders Confident on Bloom Bill Passage

Democratic leaders in Washington, buoyed by a canvass showing a 50 vote margin, reject calls for changes to the Bloom bill repealing embargo provisions of the neutrality act. A night House session was planned to push a final vote. The move aims to clear neutrality legislation to focus on the budget and conference reports before the fiscal year ends.

Washington House Rayburn Senate House Foreign Af Committee

Poland warns of possible development near Warsaw

A brief note from Warsaw indicates President Moscicki faces a possible development linked to Poland with a Polish company. No clear details are provided on actions or dates, leaving the situation unresolved and awaiting further clarification from authorities.

Poland A Moscicki Toda Warsaw Moscith

Hail Of Bullets Ends Man Who Slain Deputies

Report notes a gun battle that killed the man who murdered deputy sheriffs. In Washington, relief bill progress neared final approval as Congress moved toward end-of-year action. Debate stretched late with amendments and potential conference to reconcile House and Senate versions.

Congress Senate House Cenfe Bill O

Desperado Ray Olson Killed in Mattson Kidnap Case Raid

Hayward Wisconsin June 29 Ray Olson involved in the Mattson kidnap murder was shot and killed while trapped at the lake edge after a lengthy manhunt. Deputies claim he killed two sheriff's deputies and was positively identified as the Mattson kidnaper though the identifer was not disclosed.

Hayward Wis INS Ray Olson Wisconsin Northwoods Lake Namakagon Olson Endance Eee Ee Charles Mattson G-men Mattson

Lorene Sawyer Injured After Car Hits Pedestrian

Police reported Miss Lorene Sawyer of 11 Dewey Avenue suffered minor bruises when struck by a car driven by Delmon Shake on Road 50 at South Meridian. Sawyer had stepped from a bus stop and darted into the street. she was treated by a doctor for non serious bruises about 12 50 this morning.

Lorene Sawyer Dewey Avenue Delmon Shake N. W First Street Road 50 South Meridian Mies Sawyer

Tom Daily Becomes Exclusive Maytag Dealer in Washington

Tom Daily, a longtime furniture dealer in Washington, announced his exclusive Maytag dealership. He has 15 years in the furniture trade, operates at 18 E Main Street, takes over the space formerly used by Burchli, and has purchased a complete supply of parts to continue Maytag's service quality.

Tom Daily Maytag Daily Washington E. Main Street Burchli

Sister's name omitted in Aloye Hoefling death story

A correction notes that Mrs Zita Will sister of Aloye Hoefling who died suddenly in this city was left out of yesterday's report. Mrs Will resides in Evansville and is mentioned in the updated notice.

Zita Will Aloye Hoefling Will Evansville

House Pledges New Roosevelt Support

President Roosevelt won a pledge from administration leaders in the House to stand firm against Senate efforts to curb his emergency powers. The administration warned it would oppose Senate provisions on monetary legislation seen as further devaluing the dollar.

Washington INS Roosevelt House Congress Senate Adm Owe House

Airports With Lighting Reach 728 Of 2371 In U S

As of May 1 1939 the United States had 2371 airports and airfields with lighting equipment totaling 728 lit facilities.

United State

Baseball box score notes from a multi-league recap

The snippet shows National League and American League game details with partial pitching lines and runs. Names include McFayden Salvo Lee Weiland Ruffing Leonard Harris Kennedy Marcum Potter Wilson and a dense sequence of innings and scores, indicating a compact box score summary for Boston and Chicago matchups.

Jury to Get Damage Case in O Day

Special attorneys for Miss Oleda Ho of Terre Haute seek damages against the city over a 1934 Eastside Park boat accident. Closing testimony concluded in circuit court as plaintiff’s attorney Miss Holman argued the alleged negligence caused harm. Defense witnesses included J. H Wadsworth and Dr. R L Kleindorf.

Jasper Oleda Ho Terre Haute Washington Eastside Park Miss Holman J. H Wadsworth R. L. Kleindofer

Kiwanis Club Hears Of Trip To Convention

Kiwanis members hear details of a convention trip and related activities in the eastern city. Fred Dobbyn presents a toy racing car reminder that speeding is taboo in Massachusetts. Ballard Wallace discusses aiding underprivileged local youths before Evansville visit. Clyde Burch shifts club ties as he relocates to Bloomington Indiana.

Mr. Myers Fred Dobbyn R. Myers Massachusetts Ballard Wallace Evansville Last St Charles Clyde Burch Onge Tion Bloomington Ind

Fireworks Warning Issued By Local Officials

Chief Pete Johnson and Fire Chief B Bateman issued a joint warning amid complaints of premature firework use. Indiana law bans fireworks until July 4, with fines for violations and prosecution for illegal salvoes.

Pete Johnson B. Chas. Bateman Indiana la

Capital Judge Rules On Gross Tax Settlement

Indianapolis and Marion County officials report a capital judge has issued a significant gross tax ruling, the first major decision in this area since 1933, highlighting the state's tax policy stance and potential fiscal impact.

Indianapolis Marion County

Clyde Burch Leaves City for Bloomington After Sale

Clyde Burch announced he is selling his 15 year local business interests and moving to Bloomington Indiana. He will join twin brother Claud Burch in the auto appliance venture there. The Burch family plans relocation in the near future as the local business activity changes hands.

Clyde Burch Burch Appliance Co Bloomington Ind Burch Claud Burch Ness Int Neg Ton

Levee Hearing Timed With Additional Evidence

A levee hearing schedule was set with additional evidence referenced, though details remain unclear in the fragmented text. The report notes timing for the session and mentions further material to be reviewed by officials.

Davis Funeral Plans Friday for William H. Davis

Funeral services for William H. Davis 56 a former railroad switch man who died yesterday at Madison state hospital will be held at 10 o clock Friday morning at Gill Funeral Chapel burial will follow in Oak Grove cemetery He was born 1883 a son of John H Davis and Josephine Vowell Davis and survived by wife Flora Adams Davis sister Nina Davis brother George Parvin of Norwood Ohio Charlie T Webber of Dayton and H R Davis of Cincinnati after six years illness and four weeks of grave condition death attributed to complications from illness

William H. Davis Madison State Hospital Gill Funeral Chapel Oak Grove Mr. Davis John H Josephine (Vowell) Davis Flora Adams Davie Gorge H. Parvin Norwood Ohio Nina Davis Charlies T. Webber Dayton, O H. R. Davis Cincinnati

Board of Review to End Work July 4th

The board remains in session for 30 days and will close the official period on July 4. An earlier comment gave the wrong impression about the closing date.

Board OF Review Board of Review Seasion Seasion

Elmore Farmer Dies Suddenly

Elnora June 29 special report: James Allen, son of Elmore farmer, dies suddenly prompting local memorial responses and investigations by authorities.

Elmore Farmer Elnora James Allen

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