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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1906
Page
4
Miss Irene Nicholsos has returned from a brief visit and plans to go to her home in Mactanaher. Niece Miss Alice Jones Tit ty also staying for the wedding brief visit.
Friends of Peter R Wadsworth of Washington push for him to become commissioner of the General Land Office or deputy post. The move arises amid talk of upheaval at the land office tied to charges against Commissioner Richards and others in the alleged land fraud scheme. Auditor John Billheimer arrived to press Wadsworth as a candidate on the strength of his good record.
Obituaries report Maaggin Pierce of Evansville and Mary Kalangquin of northwest of Washington dying from prolonged illnesses. Pierce leaves two children, three brothers, and parents. Kalangquin, born in France, leaves three sons. Also mentioned are Mrs. Thomas Maher and Mrs. Saber of Van Trees Street. A local doctors group forms a debt collection style credit association to deter nonpayment by patients.
Mrs. Noah Borden of Bedford was found guilty of provoking Mrs. Isabel Huff in a religious discourse. Judge Justice John Owens fined her $1 plus costs. Borden refused to pay, declaring she would rather stay in jail. Her husband owns substantial property in North Bedford.
The Vance family, about sixty members with prominence in local affairs, will hold a Christmas reunion at Esra Vance’s home northwest of the city. Members from distant cities are expected to attend and be present for the festive gathering.
The following officers have been named in the Mae sonte Order Blue Lodge: Worshipful Master Cur ning, Senior Warden Charles Das, Junior Warden Ade Ham rely, secretary Hens Afisman, treasurer El J. Hit field. Trustees include M. Hastings, Dr. J. W. Clark, John M. Lemon.
A new corporation named Whelington Realty Company has formed with capital of $26000 and filed papers with the auditor to take effect January 2, 1907. W H Kiefer serves as vice president and T Deckard as secretary treasurer. The organization is tied to the Pete Company and Washington and Davis counties are noted in the narrative.
Fragmentary report mentions senators and a resolution with a date around January 3 but details are unreadable.
Artine OG Stevens known as Shorty Stevens alias John Doe operated a blind pig at 2] o. eight indictments and four months in jail preceded his latest arrest at Winslow. He fled toward the river, jumped in water as Sheriff Tucker closed in, and was recaptured and jailed after the pursuit.
Miss Alice Jones of Carmi Illinois and William J. Hick of Amotu Minnesota were wed at the bride's home on Wednesday. The ceremony followed Miss Jones assisting on a work trip and involved family relatives from Washington.
A report describes a violent incident in Diamond where John Morello killed a woman after an apparent domestic dispute. The assailant entered the home, assaulted the victim, and fled, with authorities investigating the deadly attack.
The former grand master of the I O Q F Indiana arrives in the city and will attend the floral order gathering this evening. Mr Hol lsawood is conducting his state palace? inspection.
A transcription highlights a speech by an unnamed official urging caution amid rapid growth and rising automobile production. The speaker stresses national prosperity but warns against heedless expansion and financial fragility, urging listeners to pray for prudence and responsible leadership.
Rumor claimed the Big Four would purchase Walsh assets including Southern Indiana road, but J J Mitchell of Hilgals Trust and Savings Bank and others deny any sale. Walsh lines sale to Bilge Four is not considered and no agreement exists. Weather note: a cold snap in the northwest Dialbath area with temperatures well below freezing.
Fire damages residence of Stenten Dowshass, believed to be an accidental blaze resulting in total loss. Authorities and neighbors assisted. investigation ongoing to determine cause and any injuries or possessions lost.
Fragmentary OCR text references Goths, a city action at night, and individuals George J. Meyers and F. Kotissen. Names appear incomplete and place context is missing, yielding an unclear item about a local occurrence or meeting.
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