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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1908
Page
4
Indiana debates restrict or abolish saloons with temperance groups split. The piece argues prohibition is impractical without broader public support and urges education and sensible regulation over sweeping bans. It cites Taft and Bryan, notes regional attitudes, and discusses enforcement challenges.
The president's order moving fourth class postmasters east of the Mississippi and north of the Ohio into the classified service prompts mixed views. Supporters cite reform, while critics warn it could erase rotation in office and lessen political participation, risking a pension-heavy civil service and weaker citizen initiative.
Fragmentary text shows partisan controversy over tariff revision with references to Democrats Republicans and accusations of treason. The passage hints at political conflict and calls for action without clear details or outcomes.
Editorial argues the metropolitan police law should be repealed by the incoming legislature and signed by the new governor. It claims the law concentrates power in a weak executive, undermines local responsibility, and should be decided by the localities themselves.
The piece argues civil service reform is driven by bitter deficit-minded critics who fail to win office themselves. It claims reformers seek to cripple political parties and reduce campaign funds, party discipline, and organization, undermining party lines and services.
The piece discusses Daniel J. Keefe's appointment as immigration commissioner and contrasts him with Gompers over labor support. It argues the Anti saloon league aimed to keep temperance out of party politics, supported Republican candidates, and warns that making temperance a partisan issue harmed the cause and could shift legislative power to Democrats with potential option-law reforms.
The Hartford City News discusses civil wero rules and white supremacy fears in a debate about equality and offices. It questions whether a “nigger” can surpass the rolling rate in a contest of intelligence and yearning and mentions a $1040 price law moving for temperance. It argues a high license law would please conservatives despite opposition from saloon keepers.
The Daviess County Medical Society held its regular monthly meeting at the Gatnegle Library. Officers chosen include President C. H. Yenne of Washington and Vice President O. K. McKittrick of Plainville. McKittrick elected state society delegate. D. B. Stagot named board of censors member for two three-year terms.
The International Association of Machinists Local 346 elected officers Thursday night led by President William Walter and Vice President Charles Miscaler. Other posts filled include Financial Secretary J A Raney Recording Secretary J A Burris Treasurer Walter Creaser Conductor Robert Davis Sentinel Thomas Dunbar and Trustees Wallace Walker Charles Fullerton Amnett Haoverleine.
The Standard Oil Company plans a Virginia to Lawrenceville long distance pipeline crossing Davison County from east to west entering in Van Buren township and passing through Van Buren Bogard and Steele townships. Farmers along the route have granted rights of way and received payments. work on the line is expected to begin in the winter with pumping stations every thirty five miles and at least one station in Davison County.
A 74 year old resident who recently moved to southwest First street in this city has died. He is survived by ten children.
A farmers institute and corn show will be held at Montgomery December 29 with a possible poultry show. Instructors include Otis Crane of Lebanon Indiana and Professor Hunziker of Purdue. County institute in the city January 1 and 2 features Miss Ethel Berry and Prof G I Christie. Cash premiums honor best corn exhibits with multiple classes for ten ears white yellow mixed and other varieties and a 200 word essay on How My Corn Was Grown.
Dr. Maud Arthur announces the opening of an office in room 12 of the Knights of Columbus building next week. She will focus on obstetrics and maternity care for women and children, though she has no formal obstetrics training. Her sister Martha Arthur, a trained nurse, will accompany her as part of the new practice.
The November rainfall reached the normal level with three inches and twenty hundredths. Nine cloudy days and nineteen clear days are listed, with a maximum temperature of 56.7 and a warmest 78 on the 20th. Thunderstorms on the 25th and 26th, sleet on the 11th, and snow flurries on the 18th are noted along with daily conditions. Lost items include nose swivels with gold trim and a small cord, offered as a reward.
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