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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1905
Page
1
Fireman J G Smith, recently transferred from the city to Louisville, was killed early Friday on the B and O S W branch near Delhi. He stood on the main track awaiting a passenger train to pass when a freight approach struck him, dying instantly. His body was found on the track and taken to Louisville.
Mrs Ward D. Walker 83 was found Friday morning with her head in a rainy barrel. She lived with daughter Mrs John Hannum. the husband discovered her in the yard after entering his son in law’s home. A granddaughter’s connection is noted.
An elderly woman grew despondent after her relatives, including those visiting, failed to return home as expected on Thursday. The lingering absence prompted worry among family members and neighbors about her well being.
Valonia carpenter James Copeland aged fifty five reportedly killed himself by shooting, his body found on the White river bridge after falling into shallow water. He leaves eight wives and two sons. No motive given.
Mr and Mrs Abraham Perkins and Mrs W L Wright are due this afternoon from Redlands California where they winter. Mrs Perkins was ill on departure but improving, Mrs Pegking has been sick two weeks, Mrs Wright is improving and plans to stay only a few weeks before moving on to Denver Colorado for the summer.
SEFRIT wins 100 dollars against Western Union Telphone for failure to deliver a message. James H. Wilson vs Brown cases finish trial phase with arguments due next week and Judge Houghton to decide. Francis M. Dorsett vs Jemima Dorsett awaits final argument next week. Western Union appeals to appellate court after Serrit suit results in 100 dollar damages for not delivering to Luciao Wilder. Judge Houghton adjourns court for Sunday. Shoals home visit planned.
The Eagles initiation and banquet in Loogootee featured an enjoyable evening. The Citizens band performed on the lawn at the Trout hall for town citizens. The banquet served 175 guests and the Washington Eagles praised Loogootee members for the entertainment.
Hospital care for Steven Montgomery improves after a serious incident. Mrs. Gilbert plans to move to Mt. Carmel. L. H. Lockridge and Col. M. Hardy fished at Swan Pond with modest results. J. L. Hopkins denies a Tennessee fortune claim. Morton Horrail injured when he fell at East Seventh and Main. injuries are not serious.
Allen McCafferty, ten, son of Mr and Mrs Ed McCafferty of Second Test, suffered severe facial burns Friday evening when name powder exploded as boys played. A lad dropped a lighter, exploding the powder. His head was near the hole. dirt and powder splashed his face. Dr C P Scudder says sight in at least one eye may be saved.
Local notes report Rev Thomas Alfordia visiting friends from Alfordaville and Miss Sophia McCord improving after illness. Attendances note Will Allman in Spencer giving expert testimony in a lawsuit and a fire sign on the spring streets. Ed Fish, A S Alten and Charles Gould plan tonight’s gathering for Arkansas. Mr and Mrs Fred Dueppe and daughter visit from Linton. Ragedale to spend days in city. James Sullivan leaves KF Vollmer job for Cabel & Kaucff produce post. Water Kennedy of Shoals, former city brakeman on B&O SW, dies Thursday night.
Dr. O. T. Wall and J. C. McBride traveled to Evansville this afternoon to return Ed McBride to his city. He has been in a hospital there for several months for treatment after spells of insanity caused by a past stroke. He has since recovered.
Austin Mills was arrested this morning by Officer Will Kermode after a warrant from his wife for intoxication. He was tried before Squire J. W. Kellams and fined with costs. jail time contemplated.
Davis of the B&.O and B&.C 84W shops heads to Baltimore for a five day conference with unions from both lines. Delegates will discuss general work conditions and potential union actions. the meeting stems from district gatherings last month and includes the Chillicothe committee. In other notes, workers Ralph Martin and several engineers return from vacations and resume duties while local croup aids urge health cautions. Dr Wood's Norway Pine Syrup marketed for coughs and colds is advertised.
The movement for a B. & O. 5 W. hospital continues favorably with a meeting planned next week to devise a course of action. Claude A. Sprague and FMiavie I, Chi- Than are named in the fragmentary report.
Mrs. Robert Pascal of Pleasantville died Friday afternoon from poisoning after eating a greens dish. Local authorities treat the death as linked to the meal.
Mayor Malott Prosecutor Miller and Attorney Hadley say they will file answers Monday to disbarment and impeachment charges. They plan to ask the judge to hear the case and to strike a jury if the judge refuses.
A gossip filled account describes an amateur hypnotist act by Charles Schilling at Misses Rena and Clara Alien's home on Walnut Street. It also notes a Knox county picnic with many attendees and a university colors luncheon at Miss Netty B Small's home honoring A H Greenwood and the Indiana law school. Prizes included Burns Poems and silver and gold items amid music and games.
Engineer Charles Spink takes a vacation along with switchman Dick Bradford and car shop worker Matt Sullivan. Michael Kellett has quit his job.
The B s Co S W plans its summer excursion season with the first run from this city to Cincinnati on Sunday April 9. The trip accompanies the opening ball game at Cincinnati marking an earlier start than usual this spring.
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