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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1902
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR from Harrison Township mentions Ayer liver pills and a dye product, plus references to Rural Free Delivery work across Daviess County. It notes 373 miles of routes, a target of 50 total miles, and a chaperoned party in Cartis township with nocturnal woods reference.
Leander Groat died today in his town after a long illness. He enlisted shortly after the Civil War period and had been unable to work. Survived by a wife and several children, the funeral is set for the afternoon at the residence near Boxford. Burial will be in Hawi Kids Cemetery.
In a pitchers duel at the grounds Sunday afternoon the Oden team defeated Washington 6 to 4 after a dramatic ninth inning. Oden star Rosman pitched strongly until the late innings while Washington battled to the end, with key plays including a bases loaded hit that pushed Oden ahead. Ed Laughlin manages the Odon team and also plays center field.
In Alfordsville at the home of R Thorn, Hornady Porter and Debs Paus were solemnized in a home ceremony. The event involved a formal forming, a setting near Rock-and, and noted connections to Reeve township. Formerly a leading ool-teadhers position referenced, the report hints at farm life in Reeve township.
A fragment notes loss of goods valued at sixty and mentions a figure or entity named tobi in unclear context. The text is damaged and lacks clear details of location, people, or action.
Announced in Davies County Indiana a tonship ditch petition and report of viewers before the Commissioners of Davies equity. Hearings set for October next term and date to plead before the court. Named parties include Benjamin Morgan heirs and various residents and companies.
Fragmented OCR lists numerous real estate transfers and deeds with names such as Walter C Garten Edgar T Llrughho and Thomas N Lott. Mentions plots, sections, and dates, including December 2 1846 and July 3 14902, plus various properties and owners like Emma teinféld, Ora B Barber, and Alice Owens.
Premiums listed for Wheat Oats Corn and flowers at Harvest Home event. Winners include W E Prey S M Bigh & Son John Fanning Jol H McCracken Mrs Loughmiller Mrs Tillie Henshaw George Drew Lew Bradley Geo McMabb Julia Gates Andy Wilson and others.
A 400 pound butter barrel fell on Crooke while loading barks into a wagon near a poultry house. The barrel tipped and struck his shoulders and back. He escaped with severe strains and bruises, no bones broken, and is recovering at home after medical check. A separate Toledo Topeka item notes a dentist killed a patient by improper preparation of gold filling.
The Bloomfield News reports a heated Democratic fault line across Sullivan Owen Greene and neighboring counties. It details internal conflict over Bryan and Miers, with editorials alleging splits, platform disputes, and calls for independent candidacy amid warnings of a Democratic downfall.
The old soldiers reunion at Elnora plans ticket sales for Washington travel dated August 13 14 and 16 valid for return. Republicans of Martin County hold a convention with clerk J M elect presiding. Funds are to be collected in installments and a number of directors and treasurer positions are noted. prudence in expenses and repairs discussed.
A fragmented clipping hints at warnings about strangers and residents in Washington, noting skepticism toward unfamiliar advice. It mentions Dean's Kidney Pills and a garbled reflection on cynicism, digestion, and private matters within a thrice-shifted text.
A scrambled caption lists candidates for auditor treasurer sheriff surveyor and coroner with names including AIKMAN CARNAHAN THOMAS NUGENT HILARY TRUELOVE WILLIAM SNOOT MILTON JEITZGERALD PRANKLIN TM SNIDER and BONAM. It references a lifeord 0 and a district commission designation.
Rail line announces an $5 excursion to Chicago with return validity until August 26. Tickets are available for all trains Saturday August 23. Passengers may extend stay up to four days by depositing tickets and paying 9 cents per day. Bookwalter, General Agent, Adams Street Chicago.
The Burlington Route advertises extremely low one way and round trip fares to Montana, Idaho, Washington, Oregon, California, and other western districts during September and October 1992. Fares include $30 in a few routes from St Louis and Chicago, with additional city-specific discounts. Details available from local ticket agents. the line promotes tourism rates to Minnesota and other western points, with 31 day advance purchase and varied season rules.
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