Army Grand Reunion Invades Washington for G A R Week
Washington welcomes the Grand Army of the Republic as the Civil War veterans gather for their annual reunion. The city prepares gala events, while surviving members and auxiliary groups assist in ceremonies, reuniting old friendships and honoring the veterans.
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Washington
Grand Army of the Republic
Great Army
Fayette County
Washington Circle No. 25
Grand Army
GA. R
Washington D. H
Millan
Mary W. AM
Washington Circle No. 95
Laiflne
Lucy Ginw
Objections to Hot Water Pipe Lines in Street Paving
Property owners along the street argue hot water service pipes often need digging up for maintenance. They urge relocating mains to alleys or hardening the system, so paving funds are not wasted. The council is urged to require the heating company to improve transport or remove street mains if needed.
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Eing
Heatine Company
Vhs Corporation
Mdi
Public Service Corporation
Council
Poem Fragment About The Flag And Self Sacrifice
A fragmentary poem reflects patriotic themes with lines about the flag, promises to the nation, and sacrifice. Imagery compares stars and stripes to heavens and dawn while expressing devotion and a willingness to die for country.
Weather Report for Washington Indiana and Nearby Regions
The weather bulletin shows generally fair and warm conditions across Washington and nearby areas with light to moderate southwest winds. Expect continued warmth into Tuesday with similar conditions across Illinois Tennessee Kentucky Virginia and surrounding states.
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Washington
Olo
Indiana
Tennesse
Kentucky
Virginia
Pelrael
Raeet Renee le
Interesting Bits of News by John B. E. Kerr
Government pays nearly 4.29 million for rent on non state owned postoffices. Postoffice department owns 719 buildings and would face higher operating charges by 5.34 million if debited to the department. North Dakota has a civic literacy opportunity for youths. Public Library Commission notes schoolhouses lack singing books and pupils. St Paul builds many churches with 1913 costs and improvements noted.
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Postoffice Department
North Dakota
State Public Library Commission
Auctioning Furnishings of the Old Astor House Concludes
The sale of furnishings at the Astor House ends amid large crowds with many items sold at low prices. Reported chaos and confusion mark the event as bidders vie for remaining pieces and furniture.
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Astor House
Weather observations and forecast note
Weather forecast notes indicate an expected cooling trend with light winds. A brief report from Washington on June 16 lists a likely temperate day ahead and possible changes in wind direction.
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Washineton
Indies
Tabloid booze served in Maine sparks local concern
Bangor Lewiston and Portland bars push cheap adulterated liquors sold as whisky tablets cost 13 cents per dose plus 30 cents for ingredients yielding four gallons. Readers warned that the mix burns and bites yet is misrepresented as genuine whisky. Beginning Monday June 16 the Public Library closes early at 7 PM until further notice.
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Maine
Cnr
Bangor
Lewiston
Portland
Glimpse of 1870 local life recalls baseball and civic notes
A brief from May 26 1870 notes a Friday baseball game between the Union Sehwoh club and the newly formed local club on the latter's field. It mentions local officials including the mayor and sheriff and records a Sabbath school convention at West Lancaster with officers elected for the year led by President M R Evans and others.
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Union Sehwoh
Fayette County
West Lancaster
MV. ER. Evans
Jas. Edwards
Sees Rotary
O A. Allen
Geo Dahl
R. A. Robinson
Mills Gardner
J. C. VanDeman
J. B Priddy
Park proposal to convert Carthage Fairgrounds to public park
The Park committee of the Cinein ati Business Men's club weighs converting Carthage Fairgrounds into a public park. No final decision announced, potential impact on local recreation and land use discussed.
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The
Cineinati Business Men's Club
Carthage Fair Grounds
Red Cross Ball Bille Offers Double Value Notion
Describe a fundraising ball promotingValue for money with a pledge that proceeds aid the Red Cross. The notice compares value to other events and urges generous tickets without hesitation.
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Red Cross
Rou
Samuel Wallin: Amsterdam Republican with varied roles
Samuel Wallin is introduced as the new Republican congressman from Amsterdam New York. He is a carpet manufacturer and former mayor, serving on the city board of trade. Wallin is also a vice president of a savings bank, president of a realty company, and a trustee of the local Methodist church.
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Samuel Wallin
Amsterdam
Board of Trade
Methodiat Church
Pythian Sisters Gather for Washington Temple Meeting
Regular meeting of Washington Temple No. 380 scheduled for Tuesday evening June 17 at 7 30 led by Rosetta Wilson ME with C Ida C Gillespie M of R and C in charge.
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Washington Temple No. 380
Rosetta Wilson
Ida C. Gillespie
Be Thrifty on Small Items Ask for Red Cross Ball Blue
A thrift guidance note urges readers to save money by choosing affordable laundering aids and recommends Red Cross Ball Blue as a reliable blueing product for clothes. The item highlights practical household budgeting tips with a focus on common cleaning supplies.
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Red Cross
Accused of 25 Murders by Ax in Missouri Case
An authorless report notes Nan Leavenworth and Kaj Volorady among others charged with twenty five murders using an ax. The article mentions a Missouri case at Columlum involving Moore on trial for the death of his father and grandmother in December, with references to a study of famous murderers.
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Leavenworth
Nan
Missouri
Kaj
Volorady
Sid Ullyole
Ba Moore
Syen Tal
Moore
Srychawel
Unusual Mortgage Notice From Wilkes County Clerk Office
A damaged OCR fragment describes a mortgage recorded in Wilkes County with security details including real property, pledged items, and penalties. It mentions a clerk, a trustee, and references to a court or legal proceeding with unclear dates and parties. The text alludes to lien terms and potential sale of the secured property if conditions default.
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Woestingeten
Wilkes County
Putittie
Brad Eoftien
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