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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1908
Page
4
The Washington Gazette critiques foreign newcomers as a threat to American liberty and order. It cites incidents in Philadelphia Denver and Port Arthur, notes police trouble linked to aliens, and warns distrust amid rising immigration while urging voters to scrutinize attitudes in Lawrence County politics.
The state board secretary proposes a $5 dog tax to curb hydrophobia and stray dogs. Officials would shoot roaming dogs without owners to deter bites. Supporters say collars help locate owners, reducing mad dog depredations statewide.
In the second district race tensions flare as Chairman Padgett faces Cy Davis in Lawrence County. Philander McHenry and Johnny Spencer weigh in on Davis's win over Migra, noting past tricks and shifting Democratic loyalties amid party rifts.
Testimony shows a tied vote and claims a rock was thrown at a witness named K during the Bedford event. The discussion cites Dr. Padgett’s bravery under fire and notes the speaker’s belief that the mass gathering shaped opinions against Davis in Daviess county.
Comptroller notes national easing in currency stringency as reports show money flowing back to banks. After tightening last November smaller country banks held funds, enabling large cities to resume normal activity as deposits surge, contradicting panic cries and boosting confidence.
The piece denounces sensational reporting by U S newspapers and a Indianapolis Star Sunday spread alleging a rivalry between Mrs Beveridge and Mrs Longworth for Washington society leadership. It asserts no rivalry existed and describes Mrs Beveridge as refined, modest, and uninterested in social supremacy.
A fragment notes William Jennings Bryan striving to gain stature for himself and his party as Republicans align with a Democratic platform and the 1896 political alignment, hinting at changes in party lines and public stance.
A lengthy critique argues the Republican Party has not clearly adopted democratic principles since 1896. It questions Roosevelt era policy alignment with Democratic ideas, cites Bryan and free silver debates, and notes public confidence shifts since 1876 to 1907, implying the party’s stance remains undefined in practice.
The excerpt critiques William Jennings Bryan and allies, noting their advocacy for cheaper money via greenbacks and postage stamps. It argues Bryan cannot justify opinions with consistent reasoning and relies on historical claims and populist support, framing his platform as familiar yet unconvincing.
Text claims Angela Gabriele, an anarchist, killed Father Leo Hendricks in Denver citing hostility to priests and organized labor, asserting a stance against the Roman Catholic Church and its influence.
Analysis notes Pullman Co may drop practice of serving intoxicants on its sleeping cars and in dining cars amid liquor laws scrutiny. It cites profit impact and pricing changes as central issues. Editorials criticize sensational Washington cherry race coverage and praise Mr Taggart's political battles in Indiana.
Indications point to George B. Lockwood securing the Republican nomination in the Elyventh district with strong party support and personal appeal. The piece notes his practical politics, organizing skill, and advocacy of clean government as reasons for GOP hopes in a district long dominated by Republicans despite past factional disputes.
A woman contracted diphtheria and was treated by her mother. when hope faded a physician arrived, gave anti toxin too late. The case notes she had been reared in the faith and later repented wanting medical help, highlighting disputes over religious influence on care.
Upon the death of Claude Liebhardt the business community mourns a promising state figure. He was described as a capable, reliable young entrepreneur with strong professional standing and a budding reputation in his trade.
A fragment links Paterson New Jersey to an anarchist incident and mentions a Denver priest Sunday who was described as a Paterson graduate. The passage reflects hostile rhetoric and cites a local education tie.
Hearst endorses New York Attorney General William S. Jackson as William Jennings Bryan's running mate. Apparently Lieutenant Governor Chanler fails to satisfy Hearst.
Frederick D. Sturgis and Judge Davis, noted charity and correction figures, will visit Washington Subday to deliver talks at local churches. Sturgis leads the Florence Crittenton movement and helped organize the Princeton circle. Davis sits on the state board of charities and is a Terre Haute jurist. Three meetings are scheduled: 3 pm mass meeting for men at the Christian church, 3 pm women’s talk at First Methodist, and an evening joint address at the Presbyterian church. Similar sessions drew large crowds in Princeton recently.
Mrs Olive Woolen of Franklin rises from modest means to wealth through a patented invalids bed designed during her father in law Judge Thomas Woolens era. She has received offers totaling about 80 030 from western capitalists and others, while awaiting better bids or a possible company to manufacture the bed.
A rural route carrier recounts a fatal incident involving a pet dog that hanged itself at night. The owner Mrs Moore reported the canine often tied by rope and seen to jump from a window, resulting in the dog's death before morning. The coroner was not called for this death.
Township officers in Workington meet to recognize Wallace for service and express appreciation for assistants who supported ongoing community projects. Local wording honors contributions in public work and governance.
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