08 Mar 1933
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1933
Page
1
Two suspects, Henry Burkhardt and Carl Vollmér, were taken to Leipsport by Sheriff Edge after a Vol shooting. Officers Knight and others described the morning events as an active investigation unfolded in Washington.
Indianapolis reports that Indiana's 1933 general assembly slashed state costs by about 6.84 million dollars annually. Estimated biennial savings include 2 million dollars from a revamped budget, with further cuts totaling hundreds of thousands in salaries, jurors, and local offices.
Fragmented OCR text describes a nation slowly recovering from currency lysis as banks reopen for limited business. Mentions New York, congressional action, gold deposits, and emergency measures. References to public service corporations and checks being accepted subject to bank deposits.
Mrs Elizabeth Rekers 78 widow of William Rekers of Washington died yesterday at 3:45 PM at the family home 214 N E Fourteenth Street after several years illness. Born January 19 185, she was daughter of and had seven children, with three surviving. Proceeding obituary notices indicate postponed practice for basketball.
A garbled report references Governor in Indiana discussing urgency over a moratorium and potential plan for use. It notes haste, political pressure, and unclear local response as officials weigh actions. The fragment mentions Abe Lincoln and references a possible move amid shouting and confusion.
Fulkerson at Avington High School says the city will receive 34 tickets based on school size. The Hatchets national tournament inclusion hinges on ticket distribution with first come first served rule for applicants seeking the ducats.
Washington banks opened for two hours noon to 1 PM to allow safety box access and cash exchanges. Few depositors arrived by noon. bank officials planned a longer day Thursday and Friday with a definite plan to ease operations. City utilities and emergency measures were under review as payday prompted deposits.
A garbled report describes a nationwide banking and currency crisis. It mentions Secretary Woodin and President Roosevelt discussing emergency measures and potential legislative action to resume normal operations, with references to gold reserves, certificates, and Congress timing amid the upheaval.
J R Williams of 803 West Street, long ill, will be taken to India for medical treatment and operation, announced today.
Mrs Eleis Denem of Washington R. R. 2 underwent a major operation at Daviess County Hospital today.
Mrs Charles W Voils of Elgiora has been admitted as a patient at Daviess County Hospital.
Funeral services were held this afternoon at 2 o clock at the First Church for John D Enton of Washington. The ceremony was led by Henshaw.
Prohibition agents in Washington on March eight announced immediate bureau action amid new efforts to curb illicit alcohol distribution. Officials did not release further specifics on targets or timing.
Fragmentary OCR reads an advertisement about a county use project with hazardous material references and a submitted bid last night. The readable items suggest a formal notice inviting proposals for county procurement tied to a tractor or vehicle parts project, though many words are garbled.
James Be Porter, a prominent jeweler in Locootee for about 15 years, died Tuesday night at his home after a two week illness due to jaundice. He was highly regarded in the county and had long served the community through charitable efforts. Burial arrangements to be handled by local authorities with county aid for funeral costs.
Washington D C March 8 A summary of treasury regulations outlines allowed bank actions including opening safe deposit boxes cash and checks handling after closing hours and returning government payments. It notes banks may reclaim securities custody move food movement essential services reopen for unrestricted business and complete check transactions by March with certain withholdings.
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