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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 13, 1903

Page

2

Bethel Area Social Roundup Highlighting Visits

Bethel and nearby residents shared visits and weekend gatherings. Etpies Johnson and wife of Monroe City spent Friday with Joy Leck and wife, while Kate Fitzgerald visited Pennie Barber. John McCoy and wife, Ura Thiflet of Corydon, and others were noted in a broad list of social calls and church or farm visits during the week.

Etpies Johnson Monroe City Joy Leck Kate Fitzgerald Pennie MacCoy Keox County John McCoy Ura Thiflet Corydon Rile Stuckey Mary Peek Zgerald Car Ling Wachingnay Ic Bigwindy Cves Sige Saod Washington Englan Pagan Cuarlie Ronis Tuo Ennis Niv Davis

Corning Notes On Harvest Events And Local Moves

In Corning this week residents reported a straw bearer nearby. John Hagerty visited Montgomery on Monday. Local couples and families attended the harvest home event in Montgomery Friday and Saturday. Mrs Ella Bailey and son Carl left Wednesday for Ohio to visit relatives. Mary Solon rented at St Patrick’s cemetery and later moved from a farm east of Ben Sibrug. Crevison and family were mentioned among friends visiting. The sick list, activity at a mill, and Ben Hedtick’s feast were noted. Jim Hallett prepares to build a new house as the farm employs many workers.

Johu Hagerty Montgomery Ella Baily Carl Ohio Mary Solon St. Patricks Cemetery Don Toy Bts Veburch Crevison Gon Esse Ss. Louis Sem Mill Ben Hedtick Jim Hallett

Hyomei Plan Offered By Fred Clapp For Catarrh Cure

Fred S Clapp markets Hyomei with inhaler, dropper, and bottle. Complete treatment costs £1 with extra bottles at 50c. He guarantees refund if it does not cure catarrh, promising to refine money if unsuccessful. Many users praise Hyomei and plan remains a fair offer for sufferers.

Fred S. Clapp Fred Clapp Fred S Olapp

Democratic splits loom in mayor race and interurban advance

The piece notes Democratic dissension in Indianapolis politics with Keach and Holtzman as anti Bryan figures, while Republicans hold favorable odds. It also describes a long interurban trip planned by Indianapolis & Eastern Traction officials, aiming to link Dayton Richmond Indianapolis and beyond, signaling rapid transport growth. A traveling observer remarks on the automobile craze, and Joseph T. Fanning’s homecoming reception with Elks and dignitaries including Senator Fairbanks and Mayor Bookwalter.

Indianapolis & Eastern Traction Company Ely Richmond Dayton Indianapolis Darton Columbus Cincinnati Newark Whealing Canton Cleveland Joseph T. Fanning Staneesalter Riler Fiks Jhis Elks Charles W. Fairbanks Bookwalter Jo Gold

Government Faces Complex Balkan Border Crisis

The Bulgarian government struggles with Macedonian insurgent incursions across the frontier while Turkish forces guard the border. Economic distress worsens, merchants lose credit, and border turmoil disrupts markets as ministers seek orders from Prince Ferdinand.

Sefia Chaorgia Turkey Fronter Thar Prevent Ferdinand Hungary

Revolutionists Armament Report From Vienna

Bulgarian sources claim revolutionists possess 35,090 rifles 15 001 cartridges and four tons of dynamite. Insurgent strength is 25,000 with 10,009 in Monastir villages.

Vienna Aus Monastir

Revolver Attack Sparks Telephone Shooting in Muncie

In Muncie Indiana on August 18 a dispute among eight prominent young women ended with a young woman drawing a revolver from a bureau and firing three times at a telephone after attempts at reconciliation. An electrician who repaired the damaged line corroborates the tale.

Muncie Ind

Cobb Loses Out as Chicago Federal Building Architect

Washington Aug 17 Secretary of the Treasury has removed Str Cobb the special architect for the Chicago Federal building with no reason given. The project will likely be completed under the supervising architect. Cobb’s removal follows criticism of the construction and delays. Cobb is currently in New York City.

Washington Treasury Str. Cobb Chicago Cobb Federal Chiazo Curt Casa S. Telsilay Treasury Department James R. Mann Congress New York City

May Avert War in the Balkans Amid Rising Tensions

Vienna reports increasing outbreaks in the Balkans but official circles show a more confident stance. Serious representations will be made to Turkey and Bulgaria, with risk still present for a potential disaster from a single incident. Lightning’s work in Goldsboro claims multiple fatalities and injuries when a barn storing tobacco was struck.

Vienna Turkey Bulgaria Nopad Goldsboro N. C Roberty Borwick James Heiland Nylening R. Murwin J. Ro ‘Murwin Nash Sutton Frank John Holland Seven Springs

Gaby's Fatal Mistake in Noblesville

In Noblesville Indiana on August 13 a two year old child of Mr and Mrs Harry Symons died after drinking acid used to deborue cattle from a bottle left on a window sill The child’s throat was burned severely Also in Atlanta Georgia on August 13 the State Senate passed a bill prohibiting whipping female prisoners in state prisons This reflects a legislative move amid reform efforts.

Gaby Noblesville Ind Harry Symons Carmel Georgia Atlanta Senate

Shotgun explodes injuring teen in Indiana

In Laporte Indiana on August 13 Samuel Webster aged eighteen suffered a shotgun burst to a barrel while firing the weapon. One hand required amputation and other injuries were reported.

Laporte Ind Samuel Webster

Thorn Causes Death in Rising? Indl Adg

Charles Lamkin aged sixty seven dies from blood poisoning after injuring a finger by a thorn. Local report notes accidental cause with medical verdict pending. The incident is recorded in Rising Indiana industrial region news.

Thorn Charles Lamkin

Turbulent Telegrams From War Front and Miscellany

Reports claim Turkish forces killed hundreds at Soroob and burned Ekphiea near Monastiy while intensifying actions around Monastir. Other items note tenting losses, desertions for pay, a shooting near Terre Haute, and a regional Bible conference near Winns Take with broad Christian interest.

Grotor Uevoland Subd Aio Ehanamimomedy Soroob Balt Park Ekphiea Monastiy Claud Pine Ridge Terre Haute Willan Redman Alexander Humphrey Humphrey Medman Monastir Macedonia Winona Bible Conference Winns Take

Speaks for Itself Edison Phonograph Promises Clarity

A note praises the Edison phonograph for its self speaking ability and evolution from earlier bulky models. It highlights reliability durability and ease of use. Geo N Bogert jeweler invites customers to view and try the machine at 15 St Muir Street, asking them to call for a demonstration.

Edison Phonograph Mr. Edison Geo N. Bogert St Muiratrect

Local Grocer Promises Saving Money Each Order

A grocer advertises savings on every order, claiming small discounts add up yearly. The notice urges shoppers to switch to their store, The Economy, to economize.

Cardwall Co Offers Credit Plan for Furnishings at Main Street

Cardwall & Co at 420 E Main St markets a large up to date stock of furniture and house furnishings. They promote a credit plan that lets buyers furnish their homes with small payments and no higher charges than cash buyers.

E. Main St

Joe Gordons Place at 218 East Main Street Mons Serio

A promotional note touts Joe Gordons Place as the city’s best hub. It promises ambiance with pure cleanliness, fine wires and liquors, cigars, and stylish service. The venue aims to attract returning patrons and their friends.

Joe Gordon East Main Street Mons Serio

Summer Sales and Remedies Advertised by M. J. Carnahan Co

Local ads tout door and window screens to keep pests out with unusually low prices. Dealers urge readers to visit and share troubles for quick help. Also promote Dean's Ointment for itching piles and Dr Thomas' Electric Oil for accidental injuries and instant relief in summer commerce.

M. J. Carnahan Co

Market 110 Main Street Meat Seller Ad

Fragmentary advertisement from a market listing at 110 Main Street. Mentions meat quality and customer preference, with contact phones for Cras G Srexie.

Main Street

Simple Remedies Promote Early Health Care

This is a brief health note from Lovia F. Wunemeier, chemist at Fatnmars' Drug Store, Eun's Block. It urges readers to prepare simple remedies at hand for stomach troubles and other common ailments to seek immediate relief and comfort.

Lovia F. Wunemeier Fatnmars Eun’s Block

Acme Import House Ad Promises Finest Wines and Goods

An advertisement extols Acme Import House for offering pure beer and superior wines and whiskies for home use. It touts the finest imported goods and invites trial orders to prove merits, attributed to Ad die Dillard Meredith House Barr.

Addie Dillard Meredith Hous Barr

Optical Service Ad Promises Quick Eye Care

A storefront on BIS Main Street invites customers to visit for eye care and glasses. The ad emphasizes proper fit, satisfaction, and affordable pricing, urging readers to come in before it is too late. It mentions Japan as part of branding and highlights timely service.

Gome Jepaon Bis Main Street

Ouck Service Delivers Quick Refreshments at Eureka Stand

The Eureka stand on Main Street offers ice cream jellies and sodas with prompt service. Enjoy pleasant prices to beat the hot weather and quick orders for ice cream served on short notice.

Eureka, du Main St

Stationery and Books Offered by Mrs E Rickard

Mrs E Rickard at 122 East Main St advertises a wide line of stationery and scented frennals, promising better prices than any rival in the city. The ad invites readers to view the assortment and visit the shop for deals on all kinds of box stationery and a selection of books.

E. Rickard East Main St

Melon season sale at Zackfone grocers

Local grocer advertises melons and vegetables as the finest in the market. Emphasizes prompt service, low prices, and insurance of groceriza in the city. Calls to phone orders and visits to 12 and 14 East Main Street.

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