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Newspaper
Washington Daily Herald
Location
Washington, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1913
Page
4
Judge Newby of the Common Pleas court refused to grant a wife a divorce on grounds proven by law, signaling a strict standard for real proof vs frame cuts. The piece hails his long service and integrity, noting his insistence on statutory grounds for dissolution and doubts that many cases meet that bar.
The piece notes how opponents who argued against the initiative and referendum now use it as a political weapon. It argues that capitalists will drive upcoming votes on Ohio laws, showing how quickly opinions change when pressure hits. It reflects on human adaptability and the fickle stance of factions.
A fragment cites vulgar wealth as the root of unrest, condemning lavish spending by the rich. It argues one day of such waste exceeds a week of clothing and feeding American children, decrying corruption, luxury, and rising living costs.
A commemorative verse celebrates national colors and the flag. It evokes memory of sea and land battles, victory cheers, and the enduring unity of people under equal justice and law. The poem honors national pride and loyal hearts in service of the country.
A weather note reports variable winds and unsettled conditions across Washington and nearby states. Forecasters expect late Tuesday into Wednesday changes with possible moderate winds and localized impacts from a front, including Virginia and Kentucky areas facing shifting conditions.
Washington citizens and visitors will learn that Attorney General Timothy Hogan cannot deliver an address Wednesday. He is engaged in assisting the prosecutor in the Hamilton County case against Geo B Cox of Cincinnati, tying up his speaking commitment. The notice expresses regret from Mr Hogan regarding the change.
Mr Wm Worthington returned Saturday from Kenosha Wisconsin where he and Mr Harry Rawl vton left Thursday morning driving a Rambler Sedam owned by Moore and Jamison. They traveled 225 miles to Lafayette Indiana on the first day arriving 630 pm local time. They continued toward Mirough-Chieaps passing We the warren Herth and used the Sheridan road on APIATARINE. They crossed the Midwest and reached Kenosha on Friday after a long drive without engine trouble. Mr Worthington bought a new Rambler car in Kenosha.
Hon Hi M Daugherty of Columbus will deliver the presentation speech for the township with the highest proportion of veterans in the parade. He is regarded as a strong public speaker and is expected to give one of the week’s standout oratorical features.
Weather bureau notes for Washington show fair conditions for tomorrow with not quite warm temperatures. Winds will be light to moderate and variable.
Charles Withrow promotes low margins and cash sales at his store in Washington C H, claiming no bad bills or bookkeeping and free home delivery. He emphasizes daily cut-price stock of groceries, meats, dry goods, and novelties and urges customers to save money by shopping there.
Mr Frank Rhodes of Greenfield was brought to Hotson hospital by Dr Varney last week and underwent a serious operation of an HOU type on Sunday.
A fragmented excerpt lists public offices and spaces including Board of Elections, YMCA Scout HQ, Board of Review, halls and meeting rooms, decorations, and officials like Mayor Smith and Clerk Smith. It mentions transportation, flower and flag park, police and finance items, and Sons of Veterans parking, with several names and titles scattered.
The General Executive Committee of the GAR Encampment has secured Price's Premier Hand of Greenfield. This famous group of musicians will perform all day Thursday, a real treat for all attendees.
Garfield Commandery No 28 K T calls a stated conclave for Wednesday evening June 18 1913 at 7 pm sharp. Dues payment and election of officers will be held by order of Carl E Hallow ER and WE Robinson Recorder.
The advertisement claims Red Cross Ball Blue offers double value for money, promising twice the effectiveness compared with any other product and urging shoppers not to spend on alternatives.
The notice proclaims fixed dividends for all depositors at five percent, contrasting with higher profits for stockholders in other institutions. It markets Buckeye State Building and Loan Company based at Rankin Building, 22 W. Gay Street, Columbus, Ohio, urging readers to request booklets.
Veterans at Memorial Hall enjoy a fish pond presented by Mr Arnold the proprietor. The pond displays fish caught with rod and line from Fayette County streams, tended by Arnold himself, offering a notable feature for visiting comrades.
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