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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 05, 1907
Page
4
The jury commissioners Nathan G Read and Nathaniel H dep son met today and drew the juries for the January term of the Davis County circuit court.
In South Bend a quarrel between Mrs. Joseph Schultz and Mrs. Steven Stachowski led to a fatal duel between the two husbands. Schultz shot Stachowski, who lies between life and death at St. Joseph hospital after baring the door and exchanging shots in view of their families. Schultz surrendered to police.
John Layer of Terre Haute was found in a field with two knife slashes to the right throat and left to die. He refused aid at first but was persuaded by Deputy Sheriff Lidster to go to Terre Haute for treatment. Despite heavy blood loss and exposure he is expected to recover. he has a history of mental illness and had wandered from home overnight.
Chief Maxwell of Alton issues orders to police to shoot mashers who harass women on streets and resist arrest. After an earlier failed attempt to subdue one masher, Maxwell fired, chased him two blocks, and fired again for disobedience. He calls for immediate action and declares the conduct must stop.
The county issued 250 marriage licenses in the past year, below the 1905 peak. Elopements declined from prior two years as October led with 36 licenses. There were 25 divorces, eight to men and seventeen to women, down from 1905.
Construction of the new South eastern Hospital for the Insane at Madison progresses to relieve Central hospital overcrowding. With nearly 200 excess patients awaiting admission, the current facility cannot accommodate all who need care, causing substantial strain on staff and resources.
Reported transfer of Governor Magoon from Cuba to the Philippines as vice governor is said to indicate he will soon become governor general of the Islands. The note suggests affairs there are not progressing smoothly with Filipino discontent and growing difficulty in control.
An application for reargument of William Randolph Hearst's petition to begin quo warranto proceedings to test George B. McClellan's title to New York City's mayoralty was the first paper filed yesterday in Albany.
Delegate Mark Smith of Arigona said Tuesday in Washington that there is a chance the territory will be admitted into the union within the next five years. He expressed guarded optimism about statehood as the road ahead remains uncertain.
1906 lynching total 69 with 35 in the north and 88 in the south. 45 whites, 76 negros, and 2 Indians. Crimes leading to executions totaled murder 114, rape 8, murder and rape 1. Embezzlements reached 14,724,863 dollars, vs 9,613,272 in 1905. Auto deaths 209 and injuries 851.
About twenty five people met Tuesday evening at the Plainville road residence of J Pr Brown. Ten locals traveled by covered conveyance with country guests also in attendance. Music and games provided amusement and luncheon followed. Attending were Mr and Mrs F E Jarvis, Mr and Mrs C H Brown, Mr Iverson, the Misses Apple Ruth Hawkins Jennie McCafferty Helen Brown, Harry Frommé, Mr and Mrs Sen Brown, Mr and Mrs W L Brows, Miss Nellie Brown and Miss Grace Brown.
Judge Meé Cal in Memphis issues an opinion striking down the lability act for railroads. The act seeks to fix employer liability for injuries or deaths of railroad workers, but the court finds it exceeds congressional power and unconstitutional.
Reports indicate petitions are being circulated in several Cuba locations seeking a protectorate status for the island by the United States and a newspaper would back advocacy for U S control.
Roy Eves and J A Lamb of Washington and Miss Jeanette Foster of Lawrence Burg are visiting Mrs Eves and her daughter on Blackford Avenue.
Wages of coal miners in southern Colorado districts were advanced 16 percent on Tuesday. Over 6,000 men benefited. The increase amounts to about 600,000 dollars annually.
The president held the annual New Year’s reception at the White House on Tuesday, greeting guests and marking the start of the new year.
Pudee H. Houghton announced the January term of the circuit court begins Monday. The docket lists state cases, probate matters, civil docket call, rules, and trial calendar from January 7 to January 18, including State v. DeBord and multiple Cosgrove Krupp White and McConn cases.
Mr and Mrs John Agan of Sugarland returned with their sons from a holiday visit at Danville Iowa. John M Bartob formerly of this city now lives in Danville and has prospered in business affairs.
An attorney general opinion circulated to Fassett A Cotton, Indiana superintendent of public instruction, indicates that a Washington state woman could hold the office of county superintendent in Indiana.
Lennie Kiefer admitted possessing a slot machine in his Main Street saloon and was fined $10 with costs totaling $20. The case records show the plea and monetary penalties imposed by authorities.
Former Geronimo fighter Everitt Tino, once a member of the Apache band, is reported burned to death in his tepee on the Fort Sill reservation. The incident details remain limited in the fragmentary notice.
The two year old daughter of Asa White died on Monday after an illness.
Washington Ind residents warned of dangerous kidney trouble that can progress before symptoms appear. An testimonial from Mrs Thomas Childs describes chronic backache and headaches improved after using Doan’s Kidney Pills, noting she regained weight and health. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY markets Doan’s as the sole US agents. price 60 cents.
An advertisement claims Paxtine cleanses and heals inflamed mucous membranes and catarrhal conditions, praising its effectiveness in sore eyes mouth throat nose and pelvic catarrh. It cites N J Dickson of New York City and a Boston physician, urging women to use Paxtine as a general toilet antiseptic. Fred Clapp, a local druggist, is named as a contact.
Apothecary claim that Foley's Honey and Tar will cure coughs and colds with no opiates. It promises lung healing, prevention of pneumonia, and relief from grippe coughs. Genuine product in yellow package from Smith & Winton. substitutes refused.
An advertisement extols Milona stomach tablets as restoring strength and health by strengthening digestion. It claims nine of ten sick people are merely out of sorts from weak stomachs and promises relief in days with continued use. Lindeman pharmacy sells a 50 cent box with a money back guarantee. Also notes Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs is compliant with the Pure Food Law and sold by Smith & Winton.
An old advertisement promotes Foley's Kidney Cure claiming it corrects irregularities and prevents Bright's disease and diabetes. The as is text notes it should be taken at the first sign of trouble and lists Smith & Winton as sellers.
An old advertisement touts oFley’s Honey and Tar as a remedy to prevent pneumonia and other cold complications. It claims the product stops coughing, expels the cold, and is mildly laxative. Sold by Smith and Winton in yellow packages.
Advice on avoiding appendicitis claims most victims are habitually constipated. Describes Orina Laxative Syrup as curing chronic constipation by stimulating the liver and bowels to restore natural action. Promotes Oring Laxative Syrup as gentle and non gripe inducing and notes it is sold by Smith & Winton.
A series of real estate deeds shows transfers across multiple properties in Cassidy's, Kinney's, and Elnora additions. Buyers include Elizabeth Cooper, J. F. Browning, Mary Grabill, and George Owen among others. prices range around 1200 to 32060 dollars with various lots and subdivisions involved.
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