23 Mar 1933
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1933
Page
1
Readable fragments describe Bishop Ledvina to be consecrated by Rev. Joseph Somes in Montgomery with Rev. Joseph Honningford of West Eden and others. U.S. bishops and Indiana priests expected to attend, signaling a major church event with regional clergy present.
Daviess County plans three delegates to the state convention to vote on repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment. The convention to be held at the Statehouse will determine Indiana's vote, with delegates pledged to repeal or oppose. Ballots will list candidates for which repeal is favored or opposed, and filing announcements fix election timing.
Berlin reports Hitler, speaking as Nazi Chancellor, urged revision of foreign debts to justify near-absolute dictatorship. The Reichstag granted sweeping powers 4 to 94, adjourned, with Hitler pledging ruthless action against internal enemies and seeking Germany's role in postwar peace. Prime Minister Mussolini praised diplomacy and Italy's cooperation as Europe shifts.
Fragmentary report references Nanting of Daviess county beer distributor and a date in April, unclear details. No verifiable facts or names beyond vague mentions.
A government source reports the state banking head change with Gov Paul V. Me vy naming a successor to Luther F. Sy des. The move signals a transition in state financial oversight and policy direction.
A garbled fragment mentions barbers at work and small talk about tipping. It oddly references forecasts, a shoe, and a law banning certain beverages. The text also alludes to Indiana beer law voting and a broad, unclear historical journey from Florida in the 16th century.
■ Mrs. James Alles home, opposite Maysville on White River, is surrounded as floodwaters rise in Knox County. ■ Mrs. Allen, mother of Green Castle native Mrs. Russell Alexander, plans to move to a farm near Washingtion. evacuation by paddle boat carried by Alexander, Everett, and Brett Warner across lower flood area to reach higher ground west of the Anderson home.
Roosevelt pushes for a large unemployed work program with a 1 dollar a day civilian corps. The plan recruits 250000 men, faces mixed Congressional reception, and gains cabinet backing while debates over pay, hours, and scope continue in Washington.
Inquest into cause of death by the coroner found Martha Bastin a West End resident who was found dead Tuesday afternoon by neighbors. Relatives were notified and funeral plans set for Friday at the home of Peres L Harrison, 306 West Van Trees Street, with the coroner confirming death due to heart failure.
President Willard will pass through the city late Friday night or early Saturday, timing unspecified, en route from Daniel Ktimore to Ohio railroad discussions. The visit is part of ongoing negotiations touching regional transportation and civic matters.
Connersville A 36 year old man Shek Hannon reported injured last night after a street incident. Details are unclear due to incomplete OCR text but indicate a pedestrian event on Connersville street with police and emergency response. Further information pending official report.
Funeral rites were held this morning for Leonard Wick at the adjoining churchyard south of his Rock Creek home. Burial followed in the adjacent plot with attendees noting his long service to the community.
Thomas Cole, long seriously ill for three weeks, shows marked improvement and is able to be up and about the house.
Mrs Ella Williams of the Apraw road north of Washington is reported suffering from erysipelas and is confined to her home at this time, according to reports received by her relatives.
Washing Mte. John Tucker, ton R. R. 3, under operation at the hospital this morn.
Three patients were dismissed this morning from Daviess County Hospital. Mrs Williams and her baby were released along with Mr Schuck and Mrs Edwards who were listed among the discharged.
Nearly 1,000 families were rendered homeless as the Wabash and White rivers rose, flooding Mt. Carmel Vincennes and Perry county towns. Many residents sought shelter with friends or in schools and public buildings while high water hindered medical access. One death occurred when illness followed flood conditions.
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