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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1903
Page
2
The commercial club has closed its first contract for a new industry, greeted with great glee by the city. The people should support these men as business interests stand by them, believing success will attract other industries and benefit the community.
Grey Bay August 11 Attorney General Gene Knox met with the president at Sagamore Hill over pending Justice Department matters. The talk touched on the Littaeur-Lyon glove contract case. A rumor that Secretary Root will retire and be replaced by Governor Taft is said to have no solid basis. The president hopes Root will remain in the cabinet through the winter and likely longer.
Washington reader proves value of Doan's Kidney Pills via the testimonial of Frank Lemon, a car builder at 218 NE First St. He and his wife used the remedy from Hoosier drug store and saw relief from back pain, rheumatism, and kidney symptoms. The ad notes 50 cent price and Foster Milburn Co Buffalo as sole agents.
Wellington reports a possible candidate from Cy Davis-Latter's home area may run for Congress next year. Welman of Sullivan states he will not seek nomination, predicts a divided delegation and notes plans by John C. Chaney and Judge Moffett. A major interurban line project between Indianapolis and Dayton to be inaugurated tomorrow in Richmond draws high officials. The Indiana World’s Fair Commission holds a Statehouse meeting to finalize the Indiana building contract and advance planning for the St Louis exposition.
State Treasurer Nat U Hii returned from a trip to Linton Greene county and avoided politics. He laughed at Robert W Miers interview about not seeking a nomination if another fight looms and doubted the threat but believes Miers will run.
Aug 11 Indianapolis report notes President Roosevelt praising Gov Winfield T. Durbin for handling Evansville riot and sparking talk of him as a possible Roosevelt running mate. Durbin declines active pursuit, saying he dislikes the idea of courting political capital and would accept only if the office seeks him. insiders say they aim for elevation but no pledge.
The preliminary hearing for Frederick Seymour Barrington, accused of killing James P. McCann, proceeds at Clayton as Barrington remains weak from a long illness. One defense attorney withdrew and a replacement was appointed by the court.
In Booneville Indiana Edward a three year old son of County Commissioner Helm of Warrick County was trampled to death by cattle at his home near Booneville on August 11. The incident ends a tragic accident that occurred in the county.
Prevailing prices for grain provisions and livestock on Aug 10 across markets in Indianapolis Cincinnati Chicago New York and East Buffalo. Wheat futures firm or strong, corn oats and cattle steady to firm with varying grades and regions. Sheep and lamb values show mixed steady to active movements across multiple hubs.
Speaks for Itself. The Edison phonograph evolved from an earlier bulky model to a simple durable machine with clear reproductions and less scratch noise. Jeweler Geo N Engert at 305 East Main Street invites inquiries and demonstrations.
The grocer is urged to help shoppers economize by buying at The Economy store. The message notes saving a few cents per order can add up over the year. A political aside remarks on Democrat party harmony aiming at 1904 progress.
Lancaster man F J Green credits Electric Bitters with curing years of indigestion and nervous debility and his wife praises them for feminine health. The testimonial claims no other medicine compares and endorses a 50 cent price with satisfaction guaranteed by J N Jones.
An ad warns travel and constant motion injure kidneys while claiming Foley’s Kidney Cure strengthens kidneys and cures kidney and bladder disease. A Lima Ohio locomotive engineer Geo H Hausap says engine vibration caused kidney trouble until using Foley’s Kidney Cure. Buy from Smith Winton.
Advertisement for a meat market highlighting juicy, tender cuts and inviting customer preference. Mentions Cleanli ness as motto, Market 110 Main street, with two phone numbers.
Quick relief for stomach troubles offered by Louis F. Hunemeier chemist at Farmers' Drug Store Gum's Block. The ad promises immediate relief and urges keeping simple remedies at hand for health and comfort.
The ad promotes beverages to combat heat with beer and a fine stock of wines and whisky for home use. It invites a trial order to prove the merits of the goods offered by Ad die Dillard at Meredith House Barr.
Jepson offers eye tests and glasses fitting with satisfaction guaranteed. The ad emphasizes eye value and urges customers to begin now before it is too late at 313 Main Street.
The Eureka at 303 Mair St offers fast service and a pleasant place to cool down. Ice cream lemonade sodas and other soft drinks are available with short notice.
An advertisement touts Dean's Ointment as a cure all for various ailments with a 50 cent price at drug stores. It promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a remedy for a lazy liver and includes a provocative line about marriage preferences to attract attention.
A local shop advertises a wide range of stationery and perfumed items at competitive prices. The notice invites customers to inspect box stationery and an elegant line of books, with Mrs. E. Rickard at 112 East Main Street as the contact.
Retail notes offer a choice lot of melons and the finest vegetables and groceries in the city. The ad promises prompt service, lowest prices, and asks customers to phone orders at Zack Jones 13 and 14 East Main Street.
Fragmented timetable text lists multiple daily and Sunday train entries with times and dashes. It mentions West Bound freight, daily flyers, Sunday services, and a request for detailed information on rates, connecting lines, sleeping cars, and parlor cars. The notice directs inquiries to A McDowacp, B&O S-W ticket agent in Washington, with D P McCarty as G P A in Cincinnati.
A fragmented rail timetable lists northern and southern routes with multiple numbered trains and daily or exSunday operations. It shows services between Indianapolis Evansville Chicago Nashville Terre Haute and New Orleans with varying daily times and exceptions.
Timecard entry labeled SOUTH BOUND for E and LR R Washington, noting schedule segment and route direction. The fragment references a westward or southbound leg but provides limited readable details.
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