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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1903
Page
2
A fragment from multiple papers shows partisan jabs over a new railroad, Bryanism fading, and editorial quips on democracy, civilization, and money. References include Bloomington Star, Terra Haute Tribune, Dayton Press, Rochester Democrat, Notresville Ledger, and Lafayette Journal.
Latest dispatches from St Petersburg report Japan and Britain press China and Russia over Manchuria. The note urges evacuation and a China Russia civil administration treaty with British and Japanese approval. A five day reply is demanded. Prince Ching backs Anglo Japanese terms and US support is sought. Tokyo says China may be negotiating with Russia directly.
An old newspaper ad from Farmers' Drug Store and New Troy Steam Laundry promotes its services. It stresses experience in pharmacy, preservation and dispensing, and claims a modern laundry service with factory standards. The copy touts personal attention, up-to-date equipment, and prompt service for customers.
The readable segments name sailors and a harbor setting, with scattered terms like Hats Sailor and Millisers. Context is unclear. no coherent events or dates emerge. Further text is needed to determine a concrete news item.
Vienna and Iduly report a Bulgarian protest note denouncing Turkish troop movements on the frontier and accusing Turkey of aiming at conflict. The Austrian chancellor warned that powers would block any Turkish attack while cautioning Bulgaria against provocation that could lose European sympathy. a similar signal has been sent from Saint Petersburg.
A mob attacked Reuben Elrod and his daughters after a lynching in Columbia. Elrod was killed defending the women who were assaulted, stripped, whipped, and told to leave the country. In Washington, a DC Board of Commissioners speaker announced resignations over a recent defalcation scandal involving James M.A. set.
This account outlines the presence of thirteen Black individuals in the forks of White River by 1807 to 1812, noting their enslavement under several owners and subsequent manumission following a court case led by Amory O. Kinney. It chronicles shifting attitudes, integration with Methodist worship, and the gradual acceptance of freedom, education, and land ownership, with later generations continuing farming and forming a local church community.
An advertisement asserts hundreds of lives saved yearly by Dr Thomas Electric Oil kept in homes. It claims the product cures croup heals burns cuts and wounds of every sort and is needed just when emergencies arise.
An Indiana reader testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills relieved back pain and urinary disorders after use. He describes severe twinges and inability to lift, noting rapid improvement and final cure. Sold by Foster Milburn Co., Buffalo, sole U.S. agents. Remember the name Dean's.
The ad touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve for wounds burns and sore joints claiming fast pain relief and healing. It also markets Burdock Blood Bitters as a colon liver and kidney tonic and hints at overall vigorous health a common 19th century tonic claim.
A vintage advertisement notes family stomach and liver discomforts eased by Dr King's New Life Pills. The copy highlights relief and care and mentions J. N. Jones Drug Store as the retailer.
The ad promotes a weekly payment credit plan for furniture and house furnishings, promising no extra charge over cash price. It asserts high quality wood, full guarantee, and up-to-date stock from J. M. Cardwell Co at 20 Main Street. A brief medical note mentions infant ailments and a safe plan by Dr Powers’ Extract of WHR Strawbergye.
A garbled text fragment references Yue Lelong and memberships of societies or lodes and mentions emblems and a tea event. Several proper nouns appear distorted, including Daughters of Tshaudlontan and Ny Hayert. The readable portion suggests an assortment of emblems to be offered at a social gathering.
The notice advertises W. W. Barnett's Livery at Third and Van Trees in Washington offering reliable travel options. It highlights well-groomed horses, harnessed road vehicles, rubber-tired rowabouts, traps and closed carriages, and gentle horses for ladies, all at reasonable prices.
A local retailer, the M. J. Carnahan Co, advertises a wide hammocks lineup in many sizes, styles, and colors from 35 to 70 cents. The message promises comfort for summer at a small investment.
Local shop offers sailor hats at ten cents each during a Thursday and Friday sale this week. Misses M. and M. James promote the event, advertising a special price drop from one dollar to ten cents.
Affordable baby carriages advertised with soft cushions and sturdy build. Prices range from 3.40 to 23 dollars. Contact F. R. Fornwald at 210 Main Street for purchase.
A local grocer Zack Jones offers a full line of the best and freshest groceries at 12 14 East Main Street. Prices are advertised as affordable and within reach for every pocketbook. The note emphasizes good value and reliable judgment in choosing groceries.
Night reading can cause letters to blur and clash. Call for help with improved reading glasses. Jopzon offers corrected and fitted lenses at 413 Main Street.
A notice urges attention to a complete line of new wares with attractive designs and novelties. Mrs. Bi. Rickard is listed as associated with the advertisement at 12.
A cryptic ad promises an evening at Eureka 303 Hust Main street with peculiar phrasing about purity and social entertainment. The text blends odd names like Cor CApnen and Yystieious suda Zand eroms, unclear but suggestive of a lined-up event or venue.
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