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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1907
Page
2
Fragmented notes describe keepers agreeing to observe liquor laws while discussing saloon restrictions, street paving and a proposed stone building. References to council, congressmen, and local figures hint at long standing town strife, with a dying architect and a lament about “tin gods” amidst civic plans.
Disjointed scraps reference a municipal lighting plant and alleged favoritism in contracts. The text appears as a garbled transcription with unclear figures, names, and locations, making it difficult to extract a coherent event or outcome.
The text argues that menacing drivers with pistols is unlawful and dangerous. It urges adherence to law to protect motorists, noting that wielding a pistol beyond one’s privileges leads to penitentiary consequences and legal penalties.
A city council faces heated discussion over placing the sap plant under direct city ownership. Proponents demand an election to decide the transfer, citing public approval and future clarity, while opponents argue against moving ownership now. The dialogue hints at delays and the need for a clearer plan.
A fragmented discussion examines proposed improvements and financing for a project. It suggests a promoter’s plan to offer a $3 0 amount with deductions and an installment option, while noting machinery and appliances would be modern. The text hints at a Richmond connection seeking a clear resolution.
In a Democratic era report from the Hransville Courier discussions unfold over temperance at a social event. The piece notes guests drinking cocktails and a host’s plan to change table service as a potential act of temperance signaling, while cautioning against enforcing abstinence on neighbors.
Sherfanz from Indiana district announces candidacy for congress against Charles B. Landis in the fifth term era. The claim alleges Landis has long held power and influence, asserting notable strength and tenure in his position.
The article extols a congressman's value when honest faithful and capable ensuring beneficial outcomes for his constituents. It stresses the influence needed to secure goods for the district and maintain service in Washington.
A Washington council review warns that Mr. Ash's proposal to overhaul the city light plant would place a large debt on the city for at least ten years, mix plant and Ash interests, risk mortgage conflicts, and burden taxpayers rather than fund repairs from the plant's own profits. The editorial urges careful scrutiny and cautions against repeating past costly schemes.
The article outlines four proposals for the city's light plant: receivership, outright sale, bond issue for plant upgrades, and direct city ownership. Advocates for each option claim benefits, while some argue court control could avoid council disputes and speed improvements.
The article argues against municipal ownership of the light plant, warning that taking the plant under council control would ruin the city's credit and block funds to remodel. It criticizes Ash's proposal as a nets a receivership scheme, benefiting him over Washington city.
The Washington saloon keepers pledged to observe laws and prosecute violators amid fears of reform measures. Critics call the move unoriginal while noting pressure from Terre Haute Brewing interests and local politics. Observers question if the pledge will reduce violations.
The piece questions the rise of insanity pleas tied to alleged brain disorders. It cites The Thaw case and a Virginia incident where temporary insanity was accepted after a daughter alleged wrongs. A Greene county murder case looms, with defense arguing incubation theory amid calls to limit such defenses.
The article notes no liquor sales on Sundays in Washington for the past ten months, attributing the drop to rising temperance sentiment. It recalls a time with many saloons open Sundays, though doors were often closed to public view, and back doors admitted patrons for a price. The piece argues nationwide shifts curb saloon influence and pressure policymakers to regulate within the law.
Commentary blames push for direct city ownership of the light plant for delaying needed improvements and sewers. It cites council factions, bank lending limits, and fears of municipal mismanagement, urging sober financial debate over political theater.
Friday and Monday visits fill town notes as Warren Hackler J and Mr and Mrs John Jackman Washington appear among relatives. Claire Bartel Otis Bartel and Dr Harry McCord visit for days. Ottis Allen, son of Jonathan Allen, is thrown from a horse, spraining ankle and hip but no serious injuries. George W Potts travels to Evansville for U S Mail contract work beginning July 1. A C Swickard sells property to Squire James W Gilley north of town.
The Montgomery column records births including a son to Mrs Peter H Stoll and a son to Mrs William P Smith. Many locals attend the Fourth of July picnic in Washington and relatives visit from Linton Terre Haute Elnora and Cann erburg. Mrs Alex Tornbloom and daughter Bernadette return from Jackson Tennessee for the summer.
Corning locals and visitors are listed across scattered notes from Washington Montgomery and Terre Haute. Names include Matt Kellett Joseph Roarity Thomas Kellett Matt Cullivan Ella Donahue Ed Cullivan Mary Donahue and Mary Craney with visits to relatives and students attending Terre Haute schools.
In EPSOM the corn needs rain while a new church papering is noted. A large crowd attended a baptism last Sunday at a third place. O F Hinton and Orian Allen visited relatives. Silas Mallett and John Vannos plan threshing to start week’s end. The Methodist church holds services Sunday morning July 7.
The list names teachers and their schools in Harrison township for the upcoming term. Beginning September 23, Baldwin Orel Chapman at Hudsonville, Omer Edwards at Barnes William Young, Glencoe Nilas Wilson, Fett William Watking, Waco Bernard Gillooty, Glendale Eph Gregory, McCary Helen M Ward, Cosby William Wilson.
The Young Men’s band nearly all were taken into the Ogechee Tribe of Red Men Wednesday night after initiatory work. A banquet followed. The class included Howard Wagoner A J Lukehart Monta Pride John Frederick Charles Osborn Walter Hyatt Matthew Schlotter Charles Salters Noble Fitts Albert Linkenbach Harry Miller Fred Masale.
A fragment notes hosting guests in a home setting amid uncertain circumstances. The text suggests social hosting or entertainment linked to an informal event, but precise details and context are unclear.
Local columns record residents like Thomas Hisgen Peteraburg and Samuel B. Boyd Vincennes traveling for short stays. Visitors include Miss Lavern Allman Washington and Mrs. A J Anberry Linton visiting relatives. Towns mentioned include Petersburg Washington and West Baden with several kinship and social calls noted.
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