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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1909
Page
4
An article argues for coexistence between horse drivers and automobile operators as autos spread in Washington and beyond. It notes horse reactions to engines, urges tolerance, and compares the transition to bicycles, urging mutual respect and lawful shared use of public thoroughfares.
A critique of the idea that alcohol causes most social ills. The piece argues personal character matters more, cites Cass county invalidating the claim that 75 percent of Logansport Northern Hospital inmates are due to drunkenness, and notes only one alcoholism case among 93 admissions at Southern Hospital. It challenges anti-saloon statistics and links insanity to heredity and disease rather than drink.
The piece argues accidents and venereal disease drive crime more than alcohol. It cites yuca related paresis and calls excessive stimulants a factor but not the main cause. It contrasts abstinent Turks with alcoholic Anglo Saxons, asserting civilization does not hinge on drink.
The Herald presents the full Dav idson letter and related accounts of the Laura Bunn Clark affair. It notes Davidson’s long service as a Washington church leader and urges charity and tolerance amid the tragedy, acknowledging human frailty and the community’s mixed reactions.
The piece urges churches to demand high personal conduct from ministers to avoid scandal. It notes Washington’s recent ministerial cases show gossip precedes exposure and warns that only steadfast, moral pastors escape scrutiny. It cautions against sensational preaching and urges leaders to walk a straight path to maintain trust.
A fragment notes the preacher's emotionalism in Washington and suggests that public emphasis on sacred themes reflects personal concerns. The passage hints that the next speaker attacking the airwaves with moral zeal could face sharp scrutiny.
A south wind last night scattered a million wild birds across Indiana as trees remain bare. The passage notes that seeking birds also leads readers to pure air and sunshine, essential to health and saving doctors' bills.
Portia argues that a virtuous teacher must lead by personal conduct and follow his own teachings rather than dictate others. She contends it is easier to guide twenty toward good actions than to persuade one to adhere to self-imposed rules.
The Rev. Elmer E. Davidson resigns from the First Christian church in Washington Indiana after a report alleges a relationship with Laura Clarkson. Witnesses link a December hotel visit to Davidson and a $400 chattel mortgage tied to four horses as part of departure preparations. No formal charges yet. church leaders defer action while investigators consider possible legal steps.
Reverend E. E. Davidson, alleged witness to Laura Bing Clark s common law wedding in St. Louis, fled late Thursday with his horse buggy and personal effects. An auto pause near Wheatland stalled a frightened horse. no charges were filed. Mrs Clark and her daughter boarded a westbound train to St. Louis, aided by attorney Arnold J. Padgett in Vincennes.
Richard M. Carr a justice of the peace for Washington township and for thirty years a city resident died at seventy seven after a brief illness. A Virginia native who came to Washington in the seventies he learned carpentry in Kentucky and helped build many local structures. Known as Squire Carr he switched from the Democratic to the Republican party two years ago and served four years as justice of the peace. Funeral set for Thursday at 2 with burial at Weales Creek cemetery.
The county records list several deaths with brief notices. A 34 year old woman, weakened from childhood typhoid, was found killed in an outbuilding. Edward Kennedy, 63, died after asthma, leaving four children and a wife. James McCall, 35, died in Salina Kansas after moving there recently. Andrew McCall, older cousin, died after appendicitis surgery. Isaac D Watkins, 70, longtime resident of west Washington, died after a period of illness.
Pauline two year old daughter of James A. Fielder of South Washington died Wednesday from tuberculosis and convulsions. The body will be shipped to Augusta on B and O Southwestern train 4 Friday morning for burial. The Fielder family formerly lived at Augusta.
The Commissioners Court announced a March term decision upholding the viewers and overruling objections to the Cooper ditch. The new ditch will run in Bogard township after a board inspection. Oscar Perking awarded the Oscar Allbright road contract for 2345 dollars. Hart Brothers bid 2592 with estimated total 2695.50. Gravel road superintendents for construction named with several listed appointees. April term adjourned after a quiet session with little business of note.
Information from The Herald notes an organization exists in this county and part of Pike, with details about workers and local involvement.
An alleged organization coerces landowners in Pike and nearby counties to lower rent shares for bottom lands. Reports say riders warned a ferryman and tenants faced violence and property damage as fear spreads. An investigation aims to gather evidence for prosecution.
In a Martin County court room, James M. Myers of Odon and Millie J. Porter of McCameron Township wed with proper clerkly credentials before Judge Houghton. Also, Kirby T. Kutch of Daviess County married Miss Eha Toon, Brown Township, at the bride’s home with Rev. W. A. Ross officiating.
A marriage license was issued by Deputy Clerk Walter to Love Olomon Cooper a carpenter and Enola Marie Seneff both of Odon Cooper son of Leamon Cooper a lumber dealer and Seneff daughter of George E Seneff an insurance agent The ceremony will occur Saturday
Rev. gusepu ni wesperman of Salis bury N.¢, author of several books, describes years of kidney trouble. He says a severe winter attack kept him bedridden eight days with thick sediment in urine. After taking Foley's Kidney Remedy his pain lessened and he recovered, and he endorses the product sold by Smith and Winton.
After short services at the home of his daughter Miss Maud Brady on West Main Street the body of Edward Kennedy who died in the soldiers home at Danville Illinois was laid to rest in Oak Grove cemetery.
An advertisement assures readers Foley’s Honey and Tar is a safe remedy that contains no harmful drugs and will cure obstinate colds and coughs. It urges customers to insist on the genuine product sold by Smith & Winton.
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