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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1909
Page
4
The weekly edition of The nnette and Herald appears as public news in this Gazette and Herald paper. It lists local items and notices distributed by the publisher.
The Washington Herald and Petersburg Press critique Senator-elect Shively as a wind vane politician with limited achievement and entertainment value. They contrast him with Major Menzies, urging caution about Shively's qualifications while noting a chance he might rise to the occasion.
A reader notes that Tillman has revealed fraud by mouthing lies, claiming a public service by exposing wrongdoing which benefits the country and its governance.
A newspaper critique urges accountability for false Panama Canal coverage while warning against overreacting with prosecutions that could chill press liberty. It cites Newcastle’s liquor-law tensions as an example of how legal actions can be misused in press battles.
An editorial laments licensing loopholes for saloon operation and opposes retail licenses while condemning universal tipping. It argues against forced equality in license fixing and denounces the social burden of mandatory tips in hotels, bars, and service trades, calling tipping a parasitic system and comparing it to polite blackmail. The piece notes a proposed anti tipping bill in Indiana and contrasts American practices with European norms.
William H. Talbott of Orleans emerges as a shrewd and resourceful Republican in the Indiana house guiding the party with a small majority. Despite a strong Democratic edge in the lower house, temperance sentiment and county option votes show uneven support, with few decisive battles in doubtful counties and liquor interests largely abstaining from campaigns.
The piece argues that voters backed Taft over Marshall in Indiana for prosperity and stable government, while Tilden represented brewers money. It insists representation should reflect constituents, especially on saloon laws, and condemns party division over temperance. It notes Republican youth activity under the Lincoln League ahead of Lincoln’s February 12 birthday.
The article reports John Kern losing political support among Democratic voters of Todiana due to temperance stances and opposition to the Nicholson law. It notes liquor interests, including prominent brewers, opposed him, while Kern had previously aligned with or opposed aspects of the Nicholson bill. It also criticizes Governor Marshall for seeking a $3600 attorney for special counsel, arguing the state already has a capable attorney general and a trained staff.
The Portland Commercial Review discusses party loyalty and the county option law. It notes a veteran Evansville legislator Ht Golanet Schreider voted with his party, avoiding a full party shift that could turn Vanderburg County and state offices Democratic, naming several legislators central to the debate.
Attorney General Bingham owes election to Colonel Schreeder who stood firm against county option pressure. The letter argues party loyalty, recalls past temperance platform pledges, and notes repeated drops of the issue in subsequent campaigns. It questions John Kern's "make-em-jump" remark.
The Indiana Star argues that while direct popular election of senators is appealing, the constitutional method has produced able legislators and reforms. It notes examples like Seward, Conkling, Root, and Cummins, and warns that direct nominations may not necessarily improve governance or prevent unrest.
The steamship Republic suffered a large hole amid fog off New York and managed to communicate with nearby ships and shore stations using wireless telegraphy to arrange assistance and relief.
Ollie Gilliatt trustee of Steele township visited the area on Tuesday. George and Mrs. Coleman stayed with relatives at Epsom over the weekend. Audra Greenwood of Fairview visited Mrs. Dora Wade. Charles and Mrs. Turls were seen traveling through. A son was born to Mrs. Edward Myers. Isaac and Mrs. Williams hosted Sunday guests including Isaac Williams Jr. Freedly Baton visited Plainville last week. Miss Williams of Illinois visited the Williams family. Dr. Wil Me Kittrick of Plainville was in the locality last week. Kell Ferguson and sister Miss …
Emms of Plainville spent Sunday here. Mr and Mrs Darnell Killion and daughter Helen visited relatives at Washington Sunday. Walden Eaton and sisters Essie and Myrtle were with Isaac Williams and family. Herbert Goshorn near Plainville was in this neighborhood last week. Mr and Mrs Leo Williams were at Washington Thursday. Mrs Militie Johnson who lives near Plainville is visiting in this locality. Miss Lillian Chandler attended church at Epsom Saturday night.
Mr and Mrs Cleveland Montgomer y of Lopgooted hosted guests including W McCord. A untaible School meets Sundays at 2 30 PM inviting all to attend. Several locals and visitors named from Hudsonville Wagpington Washington and Hot Springs Arkansas joined gatherings and revival attendance at High Rock. Community support praised after recent fires aiding Mrs Yancy Grant Burris losses.
The article lists numerous residents and visitors from Washington and surrounding towns. It notes Father Matthews and others traveling to Washington, guests at Mrs. William Smith’s home, Rose Smith hosting a Friday evening event, and favors secured by local residents. It mentions trips to Loogootee, St Michaels, Indianapolis, and a K. of C. fair, plus an eight member orchestra organized by B C Harris and several local attendances at church and social events.
Miss Nora Wilson visits Miss Cleo Swann of Bandy Hook as Mt Olive church hosts a revival. Miss Della Singleton entertained at her home Wednesday with guests including Nora Wilson and Heteste Wallace.
Cley Swain, Jesse and Daley warts. Emory Lett attended Washington on Tuesday. Mr. and Mrs. George Ward, Mr. and Mrs. Perry Singleton, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Lett, and the Rev. LB Johnson and Rev J. By Hadlock spent Wednesday with Mira. Anna Lett and daughter visited. Elmer Ennis nears completion of a new barn. Lydia Gregory of Washington visits her sister Mrs Scudder. Mrs. Tabitha Chaffey, visiting locally, went to Cannelburg Wednesday. Mrs. George Scudder visited Mrs Bevo Grube Wednesday. Miss Daisy Edwards entertained a crowd of young folk Sunday evening. Music and conversations furnished diversions.
A testimonial from Wilson S. Carr of Washington Indiana asserts Doan's Kidney Pills cured his chronic kidney trouble after a Civil War wound. He says relief began at once and he has remained free of kidney issues since 1899, with confirmation in 1906. Sold by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY.
William E Hawkins announces a district liquor license application in Washington Daviess County Indiana to sell spirituous vinous and malt liquors in a 10 by 40 foot room at Malin street on the ground floor of a brick building on lot 42 near Liverpool city limits. The request goes before the Daviess county board of commissioners at the March 1909 session.
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