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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1909
Page
4
The Washington Gazette weekly edition shares public notices from The Gazette and Weald company. This issue dated Saturday April 17 1909 presents community notices and local announcements in a newspaper style format.
The article argues for restraint as residents face threats and property damage in Harriman’s ferry neighborhood. It cautions against violent response, supports lawful action by tenants to seek fair rents, and urges calm until a peaceful compromise is reached.
The Cass County sentiment reopens aggressive fights over county option as anti saloon forces prepare for another vote at the end of two years. Reports describe street clashes, boycotts, and factional splits among temperance groups as residents threaten protests and third party actions in Kokomo and Logansport. The piece denounces such upheaval and questions the voters’ response to the county option law.
The article praises calm leadership in Daviess County for the local option vote on saloons, noting fair conduct and minimal strife. It contrasts Washington's near split outcome with the county’s clear public sentiment against traffics, ending with praise for restrained temperance leaders.
A columnist argues the Sunday fishing ban is unenforced and out of step with public opinion. They note no prosecutions occur, other Sunday activities provoke more noise, and only the angler seeking quiet uses the law to forbid a peaceful pastime.
A citizen argues that real estate owners are trustees for the people and that the state may take land for public needs such as highways, railways, drainage, and urban expansion, with public welfare guiding property rights and compensation. The piece defends state authority in eminent domain while noting protections for owners.
A town debates who should bear costs for sidewalk upgrades. Property owners push back against municipal projects arguing private gains from land while tenants and taxpayers ultimately fund public works. The piece argues sidewalks are essential, mentioning Washington and other towns with better sidewalks.
The Fort Wayne News notes jubilation in quarters over the downfall of Mr Davidson and discusses the exposure of Rev E E Davidson of Washington in the recent Daviess county local option election. The liquor interest seeks to label him a dry representative, aiming to discredit the broader movement.
The piece defends tolerance in county option campaigns amid saloon conflict. It condemns extremism by both pro and anti license factions, cites Elmer E. Davidson, and supports free speech and press as essential to public discourse and criticism of Herald editorials.
The piece predicts widespread saloon closures in the county within six weeks of the February local option election. It asserts most remaining saloons will end by early June with limited operations continuing in Montgomery and the city’s west end into July and September. It notes many workers supported prohibition to curb drinking and reports liquor dealers’ sales falling since February.
The editorial argues that closing saloons has not boosted abstinence and warns that bootleggers and illicit joints will fill gaps. It urges law officers to prevent illegal bars with public backing, noting county voters may back dry status only if public opinion is respected and enforced.
The Indianapolis Star argues against overreacting to pulpit falls and asserts that most ministers are morally upright and serve society and God. It urges stronger defense of the many faithful preachers while acknowledging a few weak or corrupt cases.
Jane Addams of Chicago, renowned philanthropist, told a Chicago audience that the stage is the most popular teacher of morals. She argued that many plays of the day exert broad influence for good and improve the condition of thousands.
The letter argues Martin county would vote against saloons if calm campaigning prevailed, blaming personalities and poor organization for potential defeat. It laments local strife in Looootee and calls for a quiet drive to mobilize anti saloon voters.
Easter Sunday drew strong crowds in town with two Sunday schools well attended and special programs at most churches. Notables include Miss Vina Hedrick and GaliHah Hedrick returning from Knoxville and Rev T J Alford and Rev Weeks delivering services, while community members plan concrete walks and church repainting.
Local visits and gatherings fill a Cornettville round up with Mr and Mrs Charles Bolten visiting near Plainville. Terre Haute's Richard Williams called on relatives here. A Sunday Sunday school organized with Hattie Herndon as superintendent and Bessie Mead as secretary.
Memos show Joan Moran leaving for Bridgeport and Pete Griffin heading to Kansas City. Thomas Lundergun and Edward Hughes were in Washington on Saturday. James Reilly and Roland Feagan family moved from Whitefield. Clara Molloy returned from Loogootee high school. Corena Alvin of Whitefield visited Zita Hunter. Chris Doyle and family near Montgomery were here. Father Duffy of Whitefield and William Bennett family visited Kelletts.
Nicholas Clauss sues Minnie Clauss in a divorce case moved from Knox county to Daviess circuit court for trial. Transcript arrived Thursday and the case was docketed in the forenoon by Deputy Clerk Walter. The couple resides in Vincennes and Clauss accuses cruel and inhuman treatment.
Mrs Stella McCafferty plans a pretty new cottage at the rear of her lot located at east First and Herron streets. Zed Morton serves as the contractor on the project.
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