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Newspaper
Washington Daily Herald
Location
Washington, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1913
Page
2
The notice states that the sale will continue day to day until the entire stock of men’s and boys clothing and furnishings is sold, with no stated end date. It emphasizes the ongoing liquidation and invites customers to take advantage of the remaining inventory.
Farmers report widespread joint worm damage in wheat after the Sunday Inez wind storm. Some predict yields could drop to one half or two thirds of expectations, though others note the unusually heavy stand may cushion losses. A resident farmer near the city cut his forecast from 30 to about 10 bushels per acre.
Chief of Police M. McCoy met the eight o clock D T and train arrival to theft. William Brown and Albert Brown were found drinking on the train and placed in custody. Mayor Smith imposed a ten dollar fine plus costs.
Special service to Springfield on Sunday June Std departs Washington CHM at 9 30 am return from Springfield at 6 00 pm. Fare and T and 1 agent details noted.
The City Board of Review resumes sessions to examine returns and raise more personal property taxes. J A Edge and J C C Dean lead as members, with Charles Coffey as president and J Aalee pro tem secretary. The board stays until the new tax law takes effect, likely after fall elections, amid referendum campaigns that could replace the board with a Deputy State Tax Commissioner and its complaint board.
The C. HO & D arranged special train accommodations for out of town visitors during the G A R encampment on June 18 and 19. Train No 20 will depart here at 2:00 and will be held until 5:00 to allow time for Flower and G A R parades and other attractions.
Work on the new Masonic Temple is being rushed to completion and it is confidently expected that early next week the lodge will vacate the rooms in the 100 Fo temple occupied since the fire in December 1911 and move into their quarters in the new building.
Rev and Mrs Henness lead a 15 member party for a 76 day European itinerary. They will attend the World Sunday School convention in Zurieh Switzerland from July 5 to 12. The tour includes Gibraltar Mt Vesuvius Pompeii and the tomb of Virgil with other sites such as the National Aquarium. Members from Johnsons Crossing include Mrs Milda Johnson and Miss Julia Hyer, and Mr Moses Gross of the city accompany the group.
Citizens raise funds for a memorial to Mafsor Mallow the famed Grand Circuit pacer who died of heart failure after a workout mile in 2 17 at the fair grounds track. Locals show strong affection for the sturdy old horse and a suitable monument is being funded with a substantial early contribution.
Regular meeting of the Ladies of the Grand Army held at the G A R hall on Friday afternoon. Secretary notes and brief program details recorded.
Col BOB Millikan Camp meets to boost decoration of veterans graves in six cemeteries with National Guard help. They plan a large parade turnout and aim for 150 in line, urging eligible county men to join. Also notes teacher exams set for June 7 1913 in Fayette county old high school building.
Indications show Ey campment Week crowd to be larger than first expected. The committee urges all citizens to prepare to provide accommodations for visitors.
The Flower Parade Encampment committee reports strong preparation for June 18 with many towns sending cars including Greenfield 10, New Holland 15 to 20, Sabina 5, and others such as Mt. Sterling London Charleston Xenia Wilmington Chillicothe and Jamestown. Committees visit surrounding towns to boost interest for the large southern parade event.
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