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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 27, 1897

Page

2

Water Works fraud sparks public uproar in Saturday edition

The piece accuses the Water Works contract of deception and corruption, arguing the council was railroaded into a flawed deal. It critiques Jane Coomas and the actress Sara Bkanudkar, and mentions Greece and social issues as context for public outrage.

Council Sara Bkanudkar M.damala Wagia Cretian Greece

Compromise Candidate Debate Stalls Bien Senate Election

Reported claims say no Bien Senate election possible this year without Republican compromise. Insiders suggest support for a compromise candidate despite Hunter's withdrawal, with Dolboe or Holt unlikely to secure the position.

Bien Hunter Dolboe Holt

The Bicycle Trade Forces Theatres to Close Early

The bicycle movement has disrupted horse trade and theatre profits. East coast theatres plan to close a month earlier than usual, managers blaming the wheels movement for the sudden shutdown.

Jugis Thes

Greeks Crave Freedom Within Liberal Greece

The St. Louis Globe Democrat notes Greek aspirations for self rule and national redefinition after centuries under Turkish dominance. It asserts Greeks seek a renewed race within a liberal state, with Greeks living under Turkish rule still suffering medieval conditions and calling for aid.

St. Louis Globe’ Démocrat Greece

Greeks Face Uphill War Resolve Amid Turkish Push

Amid a harshly contested theater, Greek forces show steadfast resolve despite heavy odds. Reports highlight mortal costs and the readiness of volunteers to risk lives for national endurance.

Missing Stella Stephens Disappearance Raises Public Concern

A garbled report notes Stella Stephens missing after last seen with family. Authorities and parents seek truth as searches widen and a public statement is issued about the case. A responding note from Mr Stephens and family remains unresolved as of the latest update.

New Indeterminate Sentence Law Tested in Marion Court

John Dra, 26, charged with burglary and petit larceny, was found guilty after a twenty minute jury deliberation in Marion Criminal Court in a test case under the new indeterminate sentence law. He faces 2 to 14 years for the first offense, with possible adjustments for a second offense. sentence not pronounced. Judges and lawyers debate the act’s constitutionality with Judge A Z Wiley opposing the law and predicting rejection by higher courts.

John Dra Supreme Court Ura John Jackson East Michigan Street Stollen Jackson Dra Jeffersonville Égourt A. Z. Wiley Appellate ‘Court Aind Wiley Dyer Benton County Vues The Prison Reform Association Hubbard South Bend Ndianapolis Journal

Council Deliberates Water Works Franchise Question

The council met Thursday night to discuss the Water works franchise with high attendance. A three member committee Williams Candler and the Mayor was formed to confer with the City Attorney on the matter. Councilman Williams criticized the water works ordinance citing bond interest guarantees for twenty five years as impractical.

Spencer Enti Corneilman Jepson Japson, Dant Kelle Ogden Inman Rickness Athe W. Q. Williams Charles Candler Hogshead Ha Tig Meredith Beitman Schofield Beiderman J W. Oydon John Downey M. F. Burke

Prize Awarded At The Fair Reflects Ayer’s Pilla History

A fragment describes a prize conferred at the fair in eighteen eighty three. It references a white world winder of pride and home shadowing nations, and mentions Chicago-like prominence, with "Ayer's Pilla" as a record showy figure from fifty years ago.

Ayer Chicago

Ayer's Pills Win World Fair Medal Amid City Debates

The 1893 World's Fair medal honors Ayer's Cathartic Pills, noted for public success since preparation. The report mentions bonded indebtedness at 9160,000 and costs not exceeding fifty or sixty thousand. Council discussions include Williania's push for drastic water works measures and a ledger of eight council members and officials.

Ayer Williania

Attempted assassination near King Humberts visit

April 2 at 2:30 pm Pietro Acciarito an unemployed iron worker attempted to stab King Humbert on his route to the racecourse. He was seized before harming the monarch and the king proceeded to Campenette race course amid cheers. Acciarito claims to act alone as a political fanatic.

Rowe Humbert Racca Pietro Acciarito Campenette Acciarito

Southside Woman Accuses Neighbor in Clothes Line Dispute

An affidavit in Mayor Spencer's court charges Mrs. Mary Shephard with assault and battery after neighbor James Wilson says she struck him with a barrel stave when he unloosened her clothes line and tied it to his fence. The case awaits a date for the next session. Gas drilling efforts near Petersburg prompt funding from Elnora residents, with B500 pledged by two citizens and others contributing smaller sums. Agnew Millinery Emporium promotes new hats and styles as the best place to buy.

Spencer Mary Shephard James ‘W. Wilson Wilson Petersburg Elnora Tribune

Reception at Home for New Republican Chairman McCaltd

Large crowd greets George F. pictock in Muncie upon arrival from Indianapolis. Fireworks and extra bands accompany his homecoming while ex-Chairman Gowdy joins the procession. McCulloch pledges party unity as he notes divisions and urges consolidation across factions.

Gubdrge Wade New York Ualigh

Richmond hosts Bal R Encampment with parade and events

The Grand Army of Indiana meeting in Richmond runs May 10 to 14 with a large street parade on Wednesday and a chorus of 2040 students. Governor and other distinguished visitors are invited as crowds gather for entertainment and rail travel rewards.

Army Padre Department Iaduina Richmednd Tnds Illand Richmond

Hag visits Petersburg as Bar departure discussed

Fragmentary text notes Hag visiting andBob Bar departing for Petersburg amid a view of plans. Strong entities unclear due to damaged text. contains names and place references but specifics are not discernible.

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