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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1920
Page
2
A fragment from a 1913 public newspaper raises political debate on Wilsons peace pact and a Nebraska delegation split. It notes daylight saving controversy, coal strike findings, and espionage convictions of professors. mentions Hiram Johnson and Kirby Risk with editorial jabs at democratic politics.
A fragmented account cites the Vinceennes Sun defending Dailey and criticizing rivals, noting his later role against Republican figures. It reports South Dakota primary results for Wood, Lowden, and Johnson, highlighting vote totals, lack of a majority, and implications for delegate binding under state law.
The Evansville Journal comments on the southwest Indiana rail growth and the prospect of an Evansville and Indianapolis line. It notes support from Alfred E. Smith and the chamber of commerce planning to welcome him. Cities like Oakland City Wasles Petersburg Washington and Bloomfield await improved freight and passenger service and better terminal facilities. Evansville and Terre Haute foresee gains from the new line.
A fragmentary critique portrays Fenator Borah as a gifted yet selfish senator whose reputation suffers for his stance against General Wood. The text suggests Borah’s calculations are judged by biased newspapers and party foes, signaling political peril within the Republican camp and potential impact on Wood’s presidential bid.
The text critiques a plan to run Woolton Wilson for a third term as president and discusses Bryan’s potential reentry to lead Indiana Democrats. It notes the country not being ready for limited monarchy and mentions Republican responses, including Sol Toner and Fred ke.
A fragmented line mentions William Allen Cullen with archaic phrasing about a counter and a chere note. The readable text remains unclear on date or context, offering a glimpse rather than a full event.
A garbled report notes Senator Jin Sharpe Williams of Misuixelppl addressing the Senate at the expiration of his present term. He asserts a harsh quote about preferring a difficult fate to sacrificing personal principles, provoking sharp reaction and a nearby alert to Welk. The scene closes with Shawp beginning a baylos night.
The article attacks a proposed recognition of a foreign government and condemns supporting extremist ideas. It notes hydrphobia incidents in Pike County with dogs killed due to rabies. It calls for removing stray dogs to prevent disease and asserts only healthy animals are worth keeping.
In pifansvilke a wave of agitation surrounds a case involving a young man formerly living there who was tried and sentenced for a murder in New York. The report notes mixed public reaction, legal review rumors, and questions about sentencing, while mentioning his mother's limited support and unclear motives.
The text argues that inmate inmates display criminal tendencies rooted in inherited or acquired mental degeneration or underdeveloped mental capacity, suggesting a restrained stance toward offenders and the role of mental factors in crime.
The note reports Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman, among others, facing severe hardship in Russia after dissenting from U S policy and returning amid government actions. It describes their fundraising efforts and portrays Russia as the sole place offering comfort and balance according to the writer. The piece criticizes opposing views and reflects on broader ideological exile.
Fragmentary text mentions Henry Parets ii and President Wilson with department references, suggesting a historical political note. Content is incomplete and lacks clear events, names, or dates to summarize a definite news item.
A fragmented local item hints at a community gathering with references to gardens and a mix of unclear terms. The readable bits suggest a social or ceremonial aspect within a neighborhood, though the exact purpose and participants remain ambiguous.
The fragment suggests a heated political dispute over campaign spending for Newberry and Ford. It questions who funded large sums, alleges criminal conduct, and accuses officials of manipulating public funds with Wilsonian influence. Names and specifics are unclear due to damaged text.
The Washington Herald reports on the Newberry trial in Michigan and Indiana Democrats Fran cl Mailey and Judge Eichurn on the federal payroll for political jobs. The piece suggests a growing number of federal payroll recipients and mentions potential loans to cover pay, highlighting widespread concerns over pay-day delays and government spending.
SHIADH and family plan move to Alva Hattery area last week. Willis Overtoh traveled to Newberry Saturday. Miss Ruby Mounts visited Wednesday with Hosa Gardiner. Mrs Arville Overton and daughter Martha and Charles Clinton visited Friday at Martha Capton home. Hosa Gardiner visited Friday afternoon with Estella Chestnut. Aldis Chestnut visited Thursday with Elmer Cunningham of Baile. Madge Faith visited Friday night and Saturday with Elnora friends. Walter Clinton visited Friday night with Andrew Miles. Limer Mallett visited Saturday with Jessie Chestnut. Fletcher Noble of Burns City visited Saturday with his father Gos Noblett. Warren Byer of Good Hope was in this part Sunday. Ollie Hinkle and family were Sunday visitors at Roy Rosenbury’s. Elvin Rowch and Roxcoe Reynolds left Sunday for Decker Knox county for employment. Mirg Earl Kelsey visited Sunday with Mrs James Garten. Mrs James Garten left this week for visit with friends at stadium pads. Bert Roach visited Sunday with James Rosch. J Bop Fiddler and family visited Sunday at Stevesie. Lesville Torin and Vert and Mrs Clardnee Ray of Gi
The piece urges readers to judge for themselves using Washington testimony and citizen statements. It includes a testimonial from R Eb Wilson of 9 Harned St Washington about kidney pills and mentions various local names linked to a funeral and visits, portraying a period newspaper feel with public notices and personal notices.
A jumble of social notes reports residents and visitors in Washington and surrounding areas. Mentions include Alice McDonald and sister Ernes tine at Ahombee 3 Fruley, John McDonald on a business trip to Kaosaulee Thursiling Hdl Fanning at Montgomery Trees, and Misa Ttose Gallagier traveling from Locoqootee. Lee Mrewer returns to Washington after a visit with her mother, and Mrs. Heather Herewer Hynes leaves Wish insuen Sunday afternoon. Several families relocate, roads improve, and local activities include teachers licensing exams, peddling, and a mumps update for Theodore McCalis children. Local officials note road conditions improving with patches remaining, and a notice details a non-resident suit in Davieess County Circuit Court addressing Roy Washington and Hilda Ballow.
Notice to hereby given that the undersigned has been appointed executrix of the last will and testament of Patrick J Murphy deceased. Also notice that Mary J Murphy and George A Paid are involved as attorney. Further, the undersigned appointed administratrix of the estate of William I Bell, deceased in Davie county Indiana. The executor Zachary Taylor has duly qualified in Davias circuit court as executor of the last will of Rebecca id Taylor, deceased. Hastings Allen attorneys.
Hoard of Diniegs County Commissioners in March 1920 ordered the Pitth Precince of Washington H townshirp Daviess county Indiana to have a boundary described. The limits run northeast Fifth and Flora streets then west on Flora to Northwest First, then north on West First to the B. and O. Railway and east along the railway right of way.
Solomon L. McPherson administrator of Jamies R. McPherson deceased files final settlement with the Davis circuit court for hearing April 6 1920. Interested parties must appear to show cause why the account should not be approved and prove heirship or claims to estate. Alvi Padgrit attorney. 1926.
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