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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1912
Page
1
Readable fragments suggest a brief note about Fey Pate and an organization or company involved with New York related to serving. The text is garbled but implies a confirmation or approval context.
A local company proposes extending operations at the Davies site with a new plant and increased output. Plans include fifty five acres and fertilizer use to boost soil productivity, aiming to bring top efficiency and attract cooperation from farmers and officials in Washington.
Obituary notes Mr. Eskridge of Kentucky born 1829 in Virginia, raised in Kentucky, worked as a tanker, moved to this city, lived long service in local and county affairs, suffered a hip injury at home, died at 4:10 after a long life ending on a death anniversary. He left behind a large family and connections to Daviess County.
Fragmentary 1914 era report cites Congressman Gallop resisting George Griffin's Senate bid and notes post office patronage disputes in Knox County with Vincennes editors urging action. A separate obituary mentions a woman dying at 403 West Walnut Street. city political tensions loom over patronage.
Fragmentary text mentions a person or entity with one million in play and a Supreme Court reference, suggesting a high-stakes legal or betting context with a possible tie or standoff.
A fragmentary report claims President elect Wilson favors Taft as a justice on the Supreme Court and Taft may accept the Kent Professorship of Law at Yale. A close Taft associate quoted concerns about endowment and tenure while noting Hadley’s status and Yale’s unfilled chair since Phelps’s death.
A weekend fire in Montgomery destroyed a two story wooden house in the northwest part of town. Neighbors and bystanders observed flames spreading rapidly. firefighters battled the blaze, removing belongings and preventing further damage. The owner, who had limited insurance, reported the loss of virtually all household effects.
The Red Men officers are elected with S Cox as sachem and senior sagamore, junior sagamore and other chiefs named. Betford and J Mdwell Reaper named for wampum, with William Belcher as etcker and others to take chairs at the meeting in January.
Fragmentary notes describe a ceremony at the parsonage involving Rev Haggeh B. Allen of the First Methodist church. The text mentions Miss Jen Tea Wear and Mr. McCrackin in a partial account with charred eras and evening references.
Padgett's lengthy career as a courtman and lawyer ends with plans to move from the jetty and form a partnership. Wade is noted as a key associate in the twilight of Padgett's eloquent, forceful courtroom presence as the Old Town reflects on his absence.
At a directors meeting of the Washington National Bank John Hayes son of Michael J. Hayes was nominated to fill a vacancy in the bank’s workforce. Lonnie Read may become cashier to succeed William M. Hayes. A. I. Wild is first assistant cashier and George Kasier second. Young Hayes is a popular local figure and is expected to prove valuable to the bank.
Details of a local court matter show defendant Gilliatt bound over to circuit court. A settlement of 250 dollars was accepted by a young woman amid a charge involving an inappropriate advance.
The case of a young farmer named Claveland Idle was dismissed by Judge J. W. Ogdon after a brief appearance in the district court. Idle was charged with petit larceny for allegedly pocketing money from a wallet, but the charge was dropped and he was released from custody.
Nora E English of Hinora sues Ella Cochran over alleged affections and money from her husband. Knox circuit court heard motions to weed out parts of the complaint. Plaintiffs are represented by Gardiner Tharp Gardiner. Cochran's interests handled by Vingondes.
Alfardsville notices a program at 16 O'clock Friday featuring Rev. B. Johnson speaking on farming topics. The event aims to discuss agricultural education and community issues with local attendees and organizations.
The brother of Gusty Forsythe, Abe Forsythe, pushes for a court appointment as a Democratic Commissioner dispute unfolds. Richard McDonald, a Republican, was not consulted. Myers, the present custodian, will retire with best wishes as changes loom at the courthouse.
EvKRIDGE widow Sarah M Bhe files suit in the circuit court seeking division of quality estate among heirs. The filing lists H O'Donhel and Mitchell as involved, with proceedings set for Tuesday as the court weighs equitable distribution and future arrangements for the children.
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