Piano Contest Votes Grow At Hugh Z Cox Co
Christmas shoppers push votes higher in Hugh Z Cox & Co piano contest. Leaders shift little in rank but gain significantly. K of C Club leads with 149 690 votes, Eastern Star 101 675, Knights of Pythias 83 625, Modern Woodmen 63 265, Antioch church 46 900, Mary Weaver 43 200, followed by others down to Marvel Padgett with 50 votes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh ZL
Cox & Co’s
C. Club
Eastern Star
Knights of Pythias
Modern Woodmen
Antioch Church
Mary Weaver
Eagle Lodge
A. B. Church
Second
M. E
St. Jonas
Edith H. Myers
Qeabora Davis
A.M. E
Red Men
Odd Fellows
Marvel Padgett
Trinity Springs Hotel Sold to Claxton for 17000
D Ballard sells the Trinity Springs hotel property to Ed L Claxton of Frenca Lick. The recently completed building is one of the finest summer resort hotels in the state and the transfer amount is 17000 dollars.
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D. Ballard
Trinity Springs
Ed’ L. Claxton
Frenca Lick
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement from Washington Citizen
Washington resident Jacob Ham recalls fifteen years of kidney trouble with dropsy symptoms and frequent urination. He credits Doan's Kidney Pills, from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY, as the most effective remedy and urges others to use only Doan's. Sold by all dealers for 45 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Bright
Jacob Ham
van Trees Street
Ind
Tdoan
Jackson
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Doan’s
Foley's Honey and Tar Sold by Smith & Winton
An old advertisement promotes Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and colds urging customers to remember the brand and avoid substitutes, with sales noted by Smith and Winton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foley
Smith & Winton
Painkiller Ad Praised For Nursery Use In Accidents
Mothers find Perry Davis' Painkiller valuable for the nursery and keeping on hand for accidents. Instructions say to mix a little in sweetened milk and water for breast pain and claim immediate relief from bathing with the preparation. New 35c bottle advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Perry Davis
Local Nuptials and Pairings in Early Indiana Notices
Short notices list multiple marriages and betrothals with pairs including Noah Amos Fisner and Susan Mary Callahan in Madison and Odon. John Wasler and Lavina Graber in Barr. Levi Wager and Sarah Graber in Barr. John Marion Goss and Carrie Ellen Orchard in Steele. Henry Martin McCord and Martha Hagar in Bogard. Charles Albert Milholland and Rose Auberry in Washington.
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Fisher - Callahan
Noah Amos Fisner
Madison Township
Susan Mary Callahan
Odon
Wagler - Graber
John Wasler
Barr Township
Lavina Graber
Levi Wagler
Sarah Graber
Goss - Ochard
John Marion Goss
Elmore Township
Carrie Ellen Orchard
Steele Township
M’cord - Hager
Henry Martin McCord
Jasper
Martha Emily Hagar
Bogard Township
Milholland - Auberry
Charles Albert Milholland
Washington
Rose Auberry
Grand Jury Adjourns in Daviess County
The Daviess county grand jury adjourned after a thorough session commended by Judge Houghton. Two murder indictments against Stephen and Charles Cole were found. warrants will be served soon. Most other indictments are expected for assault and minor charges. Circuit court adjourned until next Wednesday. Judge Houghton returned to Shoals.
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Daviess County
Houghton
Hastings
Stephen
Charles Cole
Reeve Township
George Cole
Colbert
Circuit Court
Shoals
Farmers Race for Growth in Indiana Union
The state executive committee of the Farmers Educational and Cooperative Union met at the Meredith House to set Washington as HQ for now and plan frequent sessions in this city. They aim to boost Indiana membership by dividing the state into districts with solicitors to organize locals and unite the federation. The meeting, the first since the state organization emerged, was led by W. W. Myers and the secretary treasurer, with focus on central and northern Indiana for rapid expansion before the next state convention.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers’ Educational and Cooperative Union
Meredith House
Washington
Indiana
W. W. Myers
Wheatland
National Union
Lodge Elections Highlight Modern Woodmen of America Meeting
Daviess county residents filled Zinkahn hall for the Modern Woodmen of America officer election. New officers chosen include S. A. Ward past consul and W. J. Bacon consul with others like F. B. Matters adviser and W. S. Smith clerk. An upcoming January installation and a signature December 17 initiation event, with state officials expected, were announced. Camp Deputy George E. Hopkins reported strong activity, filing fifty applications and receiving a district deputy nomination from head Woodmen officers. Eastern Star also held its Friday meeting with named officers.
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Daviess County
Zinkahn Hall
Woodmen of America
Lodge
S. A. Ward
W. J. Bacon
F. B. Matters
M. Vance
W. S. Smith
John T. Harris
Richard Wildridge
Hillary Webber
Charles B. Colbert
A. H. Holder
C. H. Yenne
Vanne May
C. P. Scudder
A. I. Donaldson
R. W. Willeford
Lo McPherson
Indiana
Knights of Columbus
George E. Hopkins
Hopkins
Woo- Men
Washington
Order of Eastern Star
Local Fraternal Orders Name Officers in December Meetings
The article lists newly elected officers for several groups including the Order of the Eastern Star with Rose Nugent as Worthy Matron and Henry Aikman as Worthy Patron. Also named are officers for the Improved Order of Red Men Ogeechee Tribe and the White River Aerie Fraternal Order of Eagles with installation dates in January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of Eastern Star
Rose Nugent
Jessie West
Henry Aikman
Vivian Ross
Cora Aikman
Stella McCafferty
Clee Fornwald
Ogeechee Tribe
Sachem
Charles Walker
Sagamore
Warren Routt
W. L. Catt
Ernest Cooper
Will Belcher
Ira Menden‘Nall
John Waller
Lawson Stuckey
Charles Zollars
John If. Weilhmaster
Fluetenant
Fraternal Order of Eagles
White River Aerie
Order of Eagles
Worthy
George Kendall
C. W. Wade
Charles ‘Brien
Joseph Herr
Pastor Douglass Accepts Call to Ottawa Kansas
The Rev. J. M. Douglass, longtime pastor of West Westminster Presbyterian church, will move to Ottawa Kansas next week. He will ship household goods this week and follow with his family. he cites Ottawa’s large church, college presence, and strong membership as reasons. Dr. Douglass arrived five years ago from Toledo Ohio and led mergers and a new building drive. his farewell sermon is next Sunday.
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J. M. Douglass
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Ottawa
Kas
Douglass
Presbyterian Church
Baptist College of
Kansa
Washington
Toledo
First Cumberland Presbyterian Church
Oith
Prominent Woman Dead From Washington Lodge
Mrs Elizabeth Coleman Kutch widow of Dr M H Kutch died after a lengthy illness in Terre Haute where she had lived since 1907. A Pythian Sister and church worker born in Mitchell in 1876 she served as chief and past chief of the lodge. She leaves a husband a baby son and her parents. Burial was in Mitchell.
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Washington Lodge
Elizabeth Coleman-Kutch
Kutch
M. H. Kutch
Odon
Mitchell
Bedford
Terre Haute
Building Upgrades Planned for Main and Third Corner
The northeast corner property owned by H. T. Trueblood and M. J. Carnahan will receive extensive improvements. Once the new state bank of Washington opens in the Citizens Loan and Trust space, the building will house a modern, eye catching business facility.
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Main
Third Streets
H. T. Trueblood
M. J. Carnahan
New State Bank of Washington
Citizens Loan and Trust Company
Bank Building Expansion Plans Include Elks Lodge Change
Work will begin next spring weather permitting. A third story will be added for the Elks lodge now on the second floor. The front will extend to the sidewalk, first floor lowered to grade, and second floor vacated for office rooms. A new plate glass front and modernization of adjacent hardware store will complete the project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elks Lodge
The
Elks
M. J. Carnahan Hardware Store
Glass Factory Roof Blown Off by Windstorm at Loogootee
A severe windstorm damaged the Southern Indiana Glass Works in Loogootee as a large section of the main roof over the furnace room was torn away and carried about 100 yards. Dust and soda ash filled the plant, injuring workers visually, while Richard Arvin narrowly avoided injury in the producer pit. About $150 in damage, one third of the roof replaced by nightfall, and the plant resumes operations with over 250 workers and plans for a new mixing room and expanded facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loogootee Sentinel
Larer
Southern Indiana Glass Works
Richard Arvin
Election Date Set for December 18 Under Trustee Direction
The trustees will direct the election and appoint inspectors in all districts except their own, where they serve ex officio. The election is to be held on December 18, the second Saturday after the first Monday, as provided by law.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ship
Miners Vote No Wage Advance in Indiana Fields
Miners of district 11 U Mf A including Daviess county will not seek an advance in wages at next spring’s wage conference with operators. They oppose any wage reductions while seeking more uniform working conditions and elimination of side agreements through contract amendments.
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U. Mf
Daviess County
Indiana
Montgomery
District 11
Getting Ready for Merft at Princeton High
Princeton plans for track and field after football season ends. Local athletes aim to form a team and begin early training ahead of the Big Four meet set for next May. A preliminary meet Saturday pitted seniors and sophomores against freshmen and juniors in various events.
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Princeton
Woodmen's Circle Officers Named for Post 17 Washington
Washington Post No. 17 Woodmen Circle elects officers for the ensuing year led by P. G. Anna Kermode and G. Mary Warnen. A. Lydia Steele. C. Agnes Keller. B. Phema Thompson. T. M. Singleton. Cpl. Ethel Steele. I. S. Ada Keller. O. S. Mary Healey. Manager Lillian Ging.
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Woodmen's Circle
Washington
Post No
Woodmen’s Circle
P. G
Anna Kermode
Mary Warnen
Lydia Steele
Agnes Keller
Phema Thompson
M.ia. Singleton
Ethel Steele
I. S
Ada Keller O
Mary Healey
Lillian Ging
Supreme Court to Review Labor Contempt Cases
The Supreme Court granted a writ of certiorari in the contempt cases of AFL officers Samuel Gompers Frank Morrison and John Mitchell. The decision would bring the Buck’s Live and Range case record to the high court for review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States Supreme Court
Certorhri
Samuel Gompers
Frank Morrison
John Mitchell
American Federation of Labor
Buck
Supreme Court
Elks Lodge Observes Memorial Day Amid Inclement Weather
Members of the local Elks lodge gathered for memorial services despite rain. Alvin Padgett delivered a short eulogy and tribute. three Washington lodge members H. A. Calvert Edward Eckstein and L. F. Corning have died. First Sunday in December set as Elks Memorial Day nationwide.
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Lodge of Elks
Alvin Padgett
Padgett
Washington Lodge
H. A. Calvert
Edward Eckstein
L. F. Corning
Surprise for Mrs Hastings by Sunday school class
Mrs I A Hastings faced an unexpected visit Monday evening as her Sunday school class of about thirty boys aged twelve to fourteen staged a fruit shower before she planned to go downtown. The class boasted high attendance for the Christian church and the children spent the evening in play. A death notice announces James H Shea of Iron City Tennessee died December 1, remembered by locals who knew him from Washington years.
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I. A. Hastings
James H. Shea
Iron City
Tenn
Mr. Shea
Washington
Election of County Road Supervisors Notices Posted
Notices of election of the road supervisors of the county will be posted next Monday. Each town.
Notice to Delinquent Tax Payers from State Board
State Board of Tax Commissioners issues notice dated December 8 1909 to the county treasurer. The communication instructs action on delinquent tax accounts and directs the county to enforce collection procedures under state law.
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State Board of Tax Commissioners
State Board Demands Delinquent Taxes Be Collected
The State Board of Tax Commissioners urges strict enforcement of tax laws to recover delinquent state taxes. After diligent collection attempts, the prosecuting attorney may act to seize property and garnish wages, with court costs and a $10 prosecutor fee per person. Delinquent taxpayers are instructed to settle immediately to avoid further trouble. George E. Godwin, County Treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Tax Commissioners
George E. Godwin
Liquor License Notice in Montgomery and Barr Township
A notice to voters in Montgomery and Barr Township Daviess County Indiana announces an application for a liquor license by John T Healy in 1910. The notice details the intended sale of intoxicating liquors in a small front room building on a specified lot with entrance and road frontage.
License Notice for Sale of Intoxicants in Washington Indiana
A 1910 notice to citizens of Washington Indiana requests license to sell spirituous and malt liquors in a described one story Frame building on Mill Street. Applicant Joseph M Seng seeks county approval at the January session to allow on premises drinking with specified exits and safeguards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fifth
Washington
Daviess
Indiana
Board of County Commissioners
Mill Street
Joseph M. Seng
Notice to Sell Real Estate in Daviess County Indiana
Board of commissioners of Daviess county Indiana to sell at public auction on the 0th day of February 1910 at the south door of the courthouse in Washington the described real estate in Daviess county. Property begins 39 rods south of the northwest corner of section 3 town 5 north range 6 west and runs east 18 rods south 11 rods west 10 degrees south 21 rods north to beginning. Some tract conveyed to William Smiley and wife dated October 25 1890 recorded deed 15 spagery. Cash in hand. Henry Se trif William P Killion Robert J Barr commissioners. Attest Thomas Nugent auditor. dliws
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Board of Commissioners of
Daviess County
Indiana
Court House
Washington
William Smiley
Elmore Township
Henry H. Sefrit
William PF. Killion
Robert J. Barr
Board of Commissioners
Thomas Nugent
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Lane
Washington Post Office
Katy Bassett
Lucile Norton
Christina Obert
E. S. Palmer
Blackham
David W. Coenn
Lawrence Egan
Henry Jett
C. L. Lough
Mr. Woodruff
Theo. W. Woodlard
E. C. Faith
Carnahan
Et AL
Stalcup
Magnus J. CarnAhan
Hervey Tf. Trueblood
Lewis C. Brooks
Amos R. Stalcup
Gardiner
Dally Brothers
Northeast Third Street
Rhode Island
D. Law Weimer
Mattingly & Myers
Wilson Building
Plainvile
A. T. Morgan
J. C. Shull
R. R
Da‘yless County
Little Orleans
Washington and
Little Orleans Road
Sald Road
Bergiaring
John T. Healy
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