Water Plant Critiqued Amid City Water Crisis
The article condemns the Hawkins Creek pumping plant and its superintendent for producing only muddy water to Washington. It questions engineering competence and emergency readiness, contrasting urban needs with faulty management. It also discusses Europe and United States population trends and industrial growth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hawkins ‘Creek
Washington
Plantas
Ana
France
United States
Raine
United .States
The Democratic Party’s Leadership Crisis in Congress
The article argues the Democratic Party lacks effective leadership in Congress, with internal factionalism between Bailey and Bland McMillin camps. It notes the minority status in the House and predicts no strong opposition to the dominant Republican program, reflecting long-standing issues since the Civil War era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democracus
House of
Itelf
Senate
House
Bailey
Texas
Bland
McMillin
Democratc Party
Congress
Democratic Party
Local notes from Alfordsville and Dubois County
Alfordsville items report Henry Myers remains frail while Ben Burris recovers. Miss Eliza Gilley attends college in New Albany. Rev Tion joinan preaches at the Christian church. Farmers face late oats with good fruit prospects. Easter and Decoration Day observances noted. Dr. McKittrick, from Plainville, recommended locally. G A K members plan Union church service on Saturday before May 30. Postmaster L B Blaisel of Cincinnati visits on official business.
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Henry Myers
Ben Burris
Eliza Gilley
New Albany
Tionjoin
Tobias Burris
Ain
Washington
Joe Porter
Bandsy
Depauw Hornady
Mount Allen
Preston White
Cerre Haute
Frank
M.E
Godwin
Old Union Church
McCarty
McKittrick
Plainville
L. B. Biaisel
Cincinnati
Jibe General Superintent
United States
ExpressComaby
Desperate Tow Gang Member Held for Safe Keeping
Ex sheriff Cannon and Jack Steven with John Walter moved a Desperate Tow gang member from Shoals to a city jail for safety after threats of lynching. Walker, accused of a Shoals murder, was kept under guard as mob tensions rose while allies planned possible retaliation.
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Sherif Cannon
Jack Steven
Shoals
John Walter
Walker
Willian
Herron
Friends of Tow
Low
Martin
Lawrence
4 Manther
Dail
Who Deserves Merit Praise Washington School History
Letter to the editor praises Capt. S. F. Horrall for erecting the graded school building and elevating Washington public schools. It notes 1874 Gazette guidance by Horrall, a reform push, and a committe e report showing disjointed departments and textbook variety. The piece credits Horrall with urging decisive support from the City Council and court mandamus to fund debt, enabling a systematic, forward move in schooling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Gazette
W. R. Gardiner
Public Schools of
Washington
Jordiner Tahy
S. F. Horrail
Horrhil
Trte Gazette
D. J. Herron
Hugh Rogers
James T. Pierce
Ths | Gazette
Horrall
Altogetter
Gazette i
Gazetts
Wang
Destructive Fire Ravages Shoals Businesses and Post Office
A major blaze in Shoals destroyed tenement blocks and the post office, with losses exceeding $10,000. Numerous stores and residences were damaged or ruined, except for the hotel and a Fowler-owned building. Firefighters battled flames as townspeople watched, and some goods were saved. The incident prompted inquiries and local distress as residents assessed the wreckage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ker
Favenor
Jhad Geng
Janes G. Cardahd
Sow
George & Vosyles Poultry Ag
Promuherrt
Ela Peugets
W.J. Green
S. C. Johnson
S. M. Mobier
Len
Miller William S Mayrigge to wed in Aurora city
The article notes the engagement and forthcoming marriage of William S Miller and Miss Anus in this city. It portrays him as steady and industrious with many friends and praises the bride’s character and promise as a wife. The couple plans to establish their home in Aurora.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jr Alva Mines
Anus
Hanis
Elton
Ap Loyaz
PO. S
Garberé
Talthe
Julaal
Afurorgé
Amongshe Jokers and the State Conventions Story
A fragmented reminiscence recalls Captain Lymini Bap Russell Maeoff and Tom in a past state convention scene. The text hints at social chatter and a rush of service by a diligent group, including a respectful note to a girl, amid a lively, informal gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lymini
Russell
Maeoff
Tom
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Carlos T. McCarty
Montgomery
J. Bartisi
George B. White
Dubois County
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Rosa
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Wiles
Kentucky
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Aily
Mac Hinde
Epsom
Comexty
M .W. W. Carter
Myers
O. O. Myers
Jay
Austin R. Carter
Raulropas
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Solin
Stevel
Ingni
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Cnarigh Grater
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Porter
Jaspar
Pension Board
Hmiller
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Mayrigge
Aurora
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