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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1914
Page
3
A brief report notes a group described as lads from Our Farm failed to keep pace with a patent organizing body. Details are sparse, but the text implies a clash or delay in aligning with the organization’s requirements or timetable.
The Woodlawn Greybacks edged the Speed Boys 6 to 5 in eleven innings. Horning and Tipton drove late offense, while Houck struck out seventeen in a hard fought game amid multiple errors and exciting defensive plays.
The report covers a grey vs Champs game disrupted by rule controversies and protests. It notes a disputed umpire decision affecting Washington's defeat, with comments from sports writer Jack Dryder and others. Readers are reminded of prior endorsements of Chamberlain's remedy for diarrhea.
Frank Clark a cousin of John Grannan of west Nan Trees street died in a railroad accident near Seattle Washington on August 8. Relatives report the death and his body is en route to Loogootee for burial. Clark was the son of the late Owen Clark of Longeotee.
Licensed Indiana doctors offer free consultations and treatments for chronic diseases at One Day Only from 9 AM to 5 PM. They claim success in liver and stomach diseases, diabetes, rheumatism, and other ailments without surgery, with eye examinations and fittings included. Milwaukee and Wisconsin—call to attend.
Washington residents praise Doan's Kidney Pills for back ache and relief from frequent kidney trouble. Miss A Helton of 14 Abel Week Teente St credits the remedy after years of pain, noting it eased her discomfort. Oster Milburn Co. of Buffalo, N Y sells the product locally.
The B and O Southwestern railroad LS began constructing a 75 000 gallon tank at Shoals as part of its expansion.
New Haven officials announce a peaceful dissolution agreement between the New York New Haven and Hartford railroad and government. President Hustis to become president of Boston and Maine. Howard Elliott elected New Haven chairman. John J Ballard resignation accepted. Principal meeting held at Grand Central Terminal.
Reported as a large bull moose rally the Trinity Springs event drew under 500 attendees, despite early predictions of 5000 plus. Few participants appeared among the crowd, with many observers noting lack of enthusiasm for the bull mooser cause.
The undersigned will offer at public action the Ragsdale farm, one half mile south of Ebenezer church, Straight Line Road. Sale details and terms to be announced at the sale.
Friday August 21 1914 an auction will sell fifty acres of growing corn two spans of extra mules a fine road mare two fine heifers farming implements and household goods with terms of cash on delivery and credit options. Horses available on 24 month terms with half due in 12 months. Interest rates 6 percent on credit. Ladies Aid society to serve dinner at the grounds. Charles T ration John D Morgan auctioneer.
The Knights of Columbus will conduct a memorial service for Henry Vollmer. The service is set for Tuesday evening, August 25, at the local council hall.
Reported late Tuesday night Senator Beveridge and Paxton disappeared after their car hit a newly graded, softened road near Shoals. Beveridge and Hibben walked for help. rescue attempts continued as residents and others searched the area. A bride, daughter of WD Allen, wed groom son of Robert Barr senior, at a local church with refreshments and social hour. They planned to live near Mayville on the Barr fruit farm.
Clark County treasurer receives 123.54 from Indiana treasurer representing the county's share of the state automobile tax. The funds will be redistributed by the county audit to road and road repair funds of the several sections or districts within the city.
Gustave M Risacher of Washington has been elected to the board of directors at Lawhead Brick Tile Works Lodgeotee. McDougal retires from active business of W F MacDougal, transferring interests to partner L Hammersly and plans to devote time to other affairs. Pittsburgh Construction completes removal of old river bridge remains between Washington and Leatland from White River.
The advisory board proposes for the year 1915 expenditures and tax levies for Barr township. Local tuition and special school taxes are listed with rates on $1.00 and $10.00 valuations, including poor relief and other items. Total expenditures are shown as $18 159 and total tax 116 cents per $100, with the assessed valuation of lands, improvements, personal property, and railroads detailed.
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