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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 08, 1910

Page

3

Garrard challenges Kern on senatorial defeat charges

Representative Garrard of Knox county issues a detailed critique of John W. Kern's accusations that he was defeated for U.S. senator by corrupt manipulation. He questions Kern's credibility, asks for proof, contrasts Kern with Senator Shively, and notes Kern refused comment when presented with the statement.

Garrard . Kern James Garrard Knox County John W. Kern Garrard United States Enougzn Gaus Indianapolis Sunday Star Kern Mr. Kern McKinley Iassembly Atr. Kern Ononczh Halle Eicher Dr. Cook United States Senate General Assembly Plete B. F. Shively Shively

First Couple Receives 1910 Marriage License

Edward Ritce and Ada Penn of Barr town were the first couple to obtain a marriage license in 1910. They appeared at the county clerk’s office at 11:30, secured the necessary papers, and then went to a justice of the peace to be married. Ada, 19, had been married once before, her previous husband having died. Ridge is a farmer. The county clerk’s office issued the license and the couple planned to wed at a local church soon after.

Edward Ritce Ada Penn Barr Town Slip County Clerk’s Office Pers Justice of the Peace Diel Orteber Ridge Cere

Marriage licenses and lawsuits linger in clerk’s office

For 1908 December led as the month most licenses issued, with 35 couples wed and the year ending noting 242 lawsuits filed, down from prior years. The first 1909 license went to John Lewis Rydenbark and Frances M Byrer, while Hugh G Faith and Henrietta Ulrich were the last couple to secure licenses in the city.

Walter John Lewis Rydenbark Frances M. Byrer Hugh G. Faith Henrietta Ulrich Lesan

B and O Southwestern plans major track upgrades in 1910

North Vernon reports outline of railroad improvements for 1910. The B and O Southwestern will double track east of the city to Oakdale four miles, replace Muscatatuck river bridge with a concrete arch, and remove curves and grades to reduce freight congestion. Division Engineer Church inspected the project and estimated costs.

B & O Southwestern North Vernon B. & O. Southwestern Railroad Company Milan Oakdale Muscatatuck River Church

Floods Cut Riverside from Rail Service

Riverside California was cut off from railroad communication with the outside world Sunday due to floods and washouts. Hundreds of acres of vegetable gardens are inundated.

Riverside California

Indiana Teachers Adjourn After Session at Tomlinson Hall

The Indiana State Teachers Association adjourned after a morning session at Tomlinson Hall Indianapolis. They amended the constitution affecting the reading circle board changed the next convention date heard pension plans for teachers reviewed treasury and ended with John Gunckel of Tolento delivering an address. Officers for the coming year include President C N Kendall and a large slate of vice presidents secretaries and an executive committee. The association authorized continued work on a pension bill for next legislature and noted eleven necrology deaths and sound finances with 0,247.57 in revenue and 886.03 on hand.

Indiana Indiana State Teachers’ Association Tomlinson Hall Indianapolis Reading Circle Board John Gunckel Tolento C. N. Kendall Indianapolis Public Schools A. O. Fulkerson Washington Harry A. King Moores Hill Claude Trustler Connersville FE. P. Wiles Muncie W. A. Wirt Gary Homer Dilworth Steuben County J. B. Pearcy Anderson Rosa M. R. Michaels Newcastle Richard Park Sullivan Claude Reavis Oakland City E. A. Gladden Scottsburg Guy Hanna State Normal School Terre Haute Lee Swails Newcathel O. M. Pittenger Frankfort Ira B. Potts Huntington J. P. Neff South Bend J. F. Haines Noblesville A. A. Mills Hanover College Millis Pamettaa Breytas

Perry Morris Arrested for Intoxication After Plea

Perry Morris told police his home was in French Lick and was arrested Sunday night for intoxication. He appeared in court Monday morning and was jailed in default of a $1 fine after pleading guilty before Squire Kellams.

Strange Perry Morris French Lick Squire Kellams

Change in Law Firm Faith Brothers Sees Takeover

George A Faith purchases the interests of brothers Grant and Edward Faith in Faith Brothers and will run the practice. Grant plans to move west soon while Ed retires to focus on the post office. The brothers ran the firm six years and built a lucrative client base. George, the youngest, will dedicate himself fully to law. We wish him success.

George A. Faith Grant Edward Faith Faith Brothers Grant Faith Ed Faith George Faith

Marriages of Interest Highlight Two Local Weddings

Hugh G Faith and Miss Henrietta Ulrich wed at the minister’s home with only Carl Ulrich as witness. The celebrations followed a separate ceremony for Mayie Y O’Brien and Logan Peek at the Furst Baptist church with a large but intimate gathering and music by local artists.

Hugh G. Faith Henrietta Ulrich F. A. Steele M. E West Walnut First Streets Carl Ulrich Faith Thomas W. Faith Annk Ulrich Washington Elwainsport Road Jake Beltman Jake Beltman Clothing Store. Mr. and Mrs. Faith Furst Baptist Church Crelock Mayie Y O'Brien Mra Esta O'Brien East van Trees Street Logan Peek A. W. Peek Dewey Aes V. McGuire Marie Hopkins Mendeleshon Mabel Johnson Orien Peck Britegranm Taweeves Sears James W. Optien Bugan Wits Pueybo

New Pastor at Helm for First Christian Church

The Rev. J. B. Cleaver began work as pastor of the First Christian church on Sunday. He was greeted by a good attendance of the members and community observers.

J. B. Cleaver

New pastor arrives as church aims to deliver saints message

The new pastor, who recently visited, preached on Deliverance Unto the Saints. He outlined four core Christian elements: believed facts, obeyed commands, shunned punishments, and enjoyed promises. His talk emphasized faith, repentance, confession, and baptism, with a hopeful outlook for a fruitful year. The Cleaver family plans to visit Washington only when warmer, due to travel from San Antonio.

Cleaver Washington San Antonio

New Industry in Mill Street to Make Brooms

Rogers Broom Company plans a broom plant on Mill Street with modern equipment and skilled labor. Expected to employ up to fifty workers locally and create three times as many jobs nation wide in broom corn farming. Capacity targets one hundred dozen brooms daily, full production pending a new crop.

Wer Rogers Mill Street Pame Rogers Broom Company

Halley's Comet To Light Pacific Coast In May Show

Oakland observers report Halley's comet will pass Earth on May 18 between 1 and 10 pm. Charles Burckhalter of Chalot observatory says the earth will traverse the tail’s last third, creating a dazzling display. Astronomers worldwide have known the fact, with many planning trips to California to witness the event.

Oakland Cal Halley Pacific Coast Juef Charles Burckhalter Chalot Observatory

Too Bad Had Cold Feet Fighter Refuses Contract

Terre Haute January 3 Jack Johnson balked at appearing at a local theater. He claimed the venue was too cold and resisted officers as trunks were attached to his train bound for Columbus Ohio. Captain Armstrong’s arrival led to his arrest and the case proceeded with his manager.

Terre Haute Jack Johnson Manacter Columbus O. Johnson Johnson Armstrong Sohne

Old Grouch Gotts Cartels Ub Jun 5

Emil Mor Loki, a wealth bachelor, on the principal business street, horsewhipped Mrs. Charles Coleman and Miss Adele Ken peviv, sisters, until they escaped into a lodgeroon. He allegedly heard of Kennedy, from whom he had transferred his affections to another.

Emil Mor- Loki Forivano Yeure Charles Coleman Adele Kenpeviv Soidovd Roth Kennedy

Sunday School Officers Take On New Duties

Recently elected Christian Suniste officers prepare to assume roles including endent and tastings. Longtime leaders Thanons and POA transition to new duties as the Sunday school team reorganizes.

Christian Suniste Shoul

Washington soldiers oppose canteen closure demand

Washington City officers, angered by Congress yielding to prohibitionists, demand restoration of the army canteen. They argue desertion and recruitment problems arise when troops lack morale and proper staff, claiming experience warns against such action.

Washington City Congress

Morse to begin term after conviction in banking case

Charles W. Morse, the New York banker, left for Atlanta to serve a fifteen year sentence for violation of fractional banking laws. He issued a bitter statement, saying his penal servitude would be the harshest ever pronounced against a citizen in a civilized court and asserting his innocence.

Atlanta Charles W. Morse New York Morse

Sullivan Priest to Clinton Pastor Moves Amid Church Bombing

The Rev. Father Eoling, former pastor of the Catholic church at Sullivan, is reassigned to Clinton to head Sacred Hearts church, which was dynamited recently. Father Maher moves to Liberty after previously serving in the county.

Sullivan Clinton Clnton Father Eoling Father Maher Sacred Hearts Church Liberty

Chattanooga trio released from U S jail after Supreme Court terms

Jeremiah Gibson Henry Padgett and William Mayse of Chattanooga Tennessee were released from the United States jail in Washington Tuesday after serving the terms of sentence imposed by the Supreme Court.

Supreme Court of the United States Jeremiah Gibson Henry Padgett William Mayse Chattanooga, Tonn United States Washington

Taft to Seek Funds for Reclamation Projects

President Taft is expected to urge Congress to approve a request totaling 30,999,000 dollars to support existing reclamation projects. The move targets funding for conservation and irrigation initiatives as part of ongoing efforts.

Taft Wy

Lett Wins First Prize at Cary Show

In the Cary show at the court Saturday, Lett and Wortacest were awarded first and second prizes respectively. The exhibit was less numerous than previous years and organizers faced difficulty in selecting the winners.

Lett Court Toeuse Fimnery Lett Wortacest

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