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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1907
Page
3
A reader-facing critique surveys recent editorial stances and political maneuvering. The piece mocks past forecasts and questions editorial responsibility while noting upcoming congressional and state actions and calls for better oversight of editorials.
A Marion Chronicle piece argues William Jennings Bryan remains highly demanded on lecture circuits, earning from five hundred to one thousand dollars per appearance. It compares Bryan's income to Debs and Blaine, notes Bryan’s Chicago convention turnout, and reflects on fate and populist appeal in American politics.
A garbled excerpt mentions motion and a statement about ownership of motion. The legible parts reference a person and an unclear claim, with no coherent events or names to anchor a full summary. The fragment provides no definite action, date, or location.
The article critiques municipal ownership of utilities and gambling controls, citing New York City and Northfield Vermont examples. It questions private rights, debt outcomes, and the profitability of public management. Opera notes discuss municipal handling of venues and personnel shaping a future season.
The Vincennes Sun notes only ten Knox county residents joined this year for Fourth of July oration and says the Declaration of Independence was not read as before. It urges official planning, urging communities to organize speakers and restore public reading as the main celebration with youth participation.
The Martineville Democrats debate whether to invite Mr Bryan to the Frélichlick convention on July 18 to 20. The executive committee reportedly refused him a invitation due to his stance toward Bryan, prompting concerns over party independence and potential exclusions.
A reflective piece on how allowing gloomy selfish or revengeful thoughts to rule leads to vulgar temper. It notes anger arises from resentment and age against man or fate, and cautions that a loose temper signals vulgarity and lack of culture.
An Elkhart Review brief reports a quiet charge related to serving cocktails at a president’s reception. The contested issue centers on alleged violations tied to local conduct and social norms during the event.
Moore of Bloomfield accuses former state senator Murphy Davis of Bloomington while Judge Hunt presides. Salivan testifies for the plaintiffs in the Felidwa heirs versus Worthington matter involving thousands of dollars as Davis and others challenge the motive of local attorneys.
Reported at the Greene-Sullivan circuit where Davis, once a Democratic congressional candidate, and Moore, a leading party figure and former judge candidate, were involved in a publicized altercation amid lingering tensions.
Superintendent E. H. Williams reported to Knox county commissioners that the Plass ditch was completed per plan. He paid R. A. Brown & Co. of Washington $31,000, with $8,200 still due. The report was approved and $8,033.91 was ordered paid while $266.99 was withheld.
Oakland City Journal reports a pleasant surprise hosted by Mr and Mrs Bilderback last Sunday for about forty five friends. Guests included out of town visitors Mrs Philes Corn Oftendale Ike Bilderback and Mrs John Bilderback Evansville Mr Parker of Washington and other attendees at the dinner prepared for the son.
Fragmentary note lists ft Spurgeon, Mrs George, and back of Mr and Mrs Ike Worthington, suggesting a social or event grouping with these individuals referenced in a partial caption.
Elizabeth Cahill of Montgomery County long respected for family ties and faith, died aged eighty eight. Born in Scott County in 1849 she came to Hite Town at age three and married Thomas Cabitt in 1838. Survived by two daughters, Bra and Akisi Cahill, and two grandchildren, she lived with her daughters and attended Bethany Church since 1845, a lifelong spinner and knitter in the community.
The narrative recalls a four year old grip attack that weakened Mrs Cahill yet she refused medical aid. Her strong constitution aided recovery and she later saved herself from a raging cow by grabbing its horns. She recalls pioneer days when food was scarce and wild game provided sustenance.
Reports from Cornettsville and Plainville note Myera at prom and visits by Mrs. Ellen Clark. George Summitt in Washington Wednesday and Ed Alexander at St Michaels church Sunday. Mt Zion to hold quarterly meeting with Gideon Heavenridge of Mitchell and Rev C E Asbury. Families including Eaton, Killen, James, Emma Ferguson, Will McKitterick, Bertha Wilts, and Hert enjoy neighborhood activity and threshing season nearby.
Corning notes list T Carrico at Loogcotes Monday and Eddie Fanning at Montgomery Saturday. Joseph Roarty and Mrs Mary Roarty visit St Louis. Locals picnicked at High Rock Sunday and a large crowd attended Tuesday’s ball. A Mont-Sier Fourth of July crowd visited. Thomas Conlin traveled to Madison Illinois to visit his daughter Mrs Cornelius Reilly.
A Barr township land sale took place Tuesday via Washington Realty. Jerry W. Hayes farm of 116 acres sold to John Radcliffe of Barr township, two miles north of Montgomery, for 4400 dollars. Radcliffe’s 60 acre farm was traded in for 3900 dollars. Both men move onto the farms by September first.
James T Horrall veteran files suit for divorce from Nancy A Horrall through attorney P L Weems of Vinniea. Married January 7 1903 separated August 18 1904. Complaint alleges cruel and Inhuman treatment and adultery, third attempt at legal separation.
A freight wreck on the B. and C. Southwestern at Breeze Newfoundland Sunday night derailed several cars of east bound fast freight 82. No injuries reported. The train, carrying perishable goods from St Louis to Cincinnati, halted traffic as crews cleared the scene.
A theft at Dublin Castle reports jewelry worth 7500 belonging to Sir Arthur Vira, custodian of the crown jewels, taken. Simultaneously valuables from the Order of Saint Patrick appraised at 250000 were stolen, casting a wide security concern.
Women and children fled a prairie fire near Arcadia to the west of Paducah Kentucky as the flames menaced several handsome homes. The Tuesday danger forced a rapid evacuation and district residents watched the blaze from safer ground.
Mr and Mrs P A Hastings of 1st Walnut Street held a six o'clock dinner Tuesday. Among the guests were Mr and Mrs G W Leak of Washington and Mrs L B Elton of Indianapolis.
A series of Wednesday storms struck homes in Vincennes Princeton and Fort Wayne areas with heavy damage. One home collapsed into rubble after a chimney fire started by a bolt. Two refuge seekers escaped injury. The Evansville and Southern Traction lines suffered major wiring damage. A Rev. F L Raybolt’s daughter died after heat exhaustion. A Standard Oil tank ignited, burning about 38 000 gallons and causing estimated 50 000 in losses. A barn and residence were struck in Vincennes as 12 counties reported damages. Legal notices recount a Lawrence County grand larceny case and a prison sentence for Dolan tied to local robberies.
John Nold a 35 year old coal miner and brother of George and G I B Nold cut his throat with a pocket knife at his brother Martin Nold’s home in Rick cells Wednesday afternoon. Timely intervention by his brother prevented a fatal outcome and a physician halted heavy bleeding. Nold, described as slightly demented, may have been distressed by efforts to quit drinking. he was living with Martin and works at Bicknell. Harry Feagans’ wife is a sister to Nold.
The Wednesday Afternoon Buchr club met at the home of Mrs Samuel Brown on East Walnut Street. Mrs Alex Kempf won first prize, with Mrs John Vonderschmidt taking second. Members present included Mrs John Harring, Mrs Ed McCafferty, Mrs John McFullen, Mrs C J Ward, Mrs Herman Dant, Mrs Jesse Burris, Mrs Philipp Reister, Mrs John Vonderachmidt, Mrs F Krump, Mrs Louig Lauby, Mrs Alex Kempf, and Mrs J A Hunt.
Mrs Belle Boyer hosted a large dinner Tuesday in Cumback for a group including Myrtle Mises, Stuckey, Clara Barker, Emma Cane of Indianapolis, Threat Peachie of Oklahoma, Wl Johnson of Cochran, Mr and Mrs Joseph Swan of Possum Hollow, and Flora Colbert.
Daily sleeping car service to Norfolk begins July 14 via Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern to Chillicothe and Norfolk and Western. Eastbound car departs St Louis at 9 a.m.
Miss Foster daughter of William Foster of Sycamore Street will travel from Los Angeles to home on the 16th and is expected to be here on the 21st.
An apparently abrupt reference to an instant death prison in Michigan appears in an OCR fragment. No clear details, dates, people, or institutions are readable to identify the event or context.
An unclear fragment notes Ratanele returning on Sunday as part of a dispute involving Wesker. Details remain sparse, with key names and context not fully readable in the clipping.
Dr G P Bolin died at 11 o clock at his sister s home in Circleville Ohio after years of declining health due to consumption He was a former city councilman and health board member and once secretary of the Eagles lodge He leaves a married daughter Susie in Indianapolis and a son Wik who is cashier at the Armour plant in South Omaha Neb His brother A R Bolin is a leading attorney of Circleville and a nephew is the city s mayor
Raymond Johnson, son of rural mail carrier Sim Johnson, was driving a team of Texas ponies on Petersburg Road when a passing wagon noise spooked the animals. The harness tore, Johnson was dragged and kicked twice but held on until they reached a nearby fence where the ponies halted. A passerby helped repair the harness before he continued home. the incident occurred about 9 o clock one mile from town. His 12 year old brother accompanied him but escaped injury.
Two weeks earlier the Bedford saloons agreed to obey traffic laws with eighteen signing and five abstaining. One signer pledged to live up to the pact. Allegations say many saloonkeepers intended to observe the law on July Fourth, and affidavits are prepared to arrest all offenders and revoke licenses for those found guilty.
Joe Crockett, a Black man wanted for murder in Bloomfield, was arrested by Nashville police on Wednesday. The crime occurred at the railway construction camp of C. B. Head. Crockett confessed to police and described a pursuing mob that threatened him if captured. He was taken to Alabama after the arrest.
An unknown steamer reportedly left the north Pacific coast with a cargo of arms for Chinese revolutionists. Chinese officials were cautioned to watch for contraband as the matter drew Victry Yuan Shih Kai into the investigation.
A Chicago grand jury returns an indictment against a man named Thomas, a Negro, linked to Saratoga chips and described as a noted chef. The document references February and a moment in which a death near Saratoga is noted.
A long list of assessed taxes and expenditures appears for various townships. Names such as Milton Fitzgerald and J. F. Michaela appear alongside numerous water, gas, and road works contracts. The document also notes plans for a county education program and the route of a planned commissioned high school in Plainville with inspection requirements and credit transfer for completed coursework.
A Sunday ceremony at 3 o'clock joined Miss Henry Robinsons daughter to Charles Parsons son of John Parsons in Van Buren township. Rev C H Buchanan of Odon officiated. A lawn reception followed at the Robinson home with attendants Jessa Robinson and Lola Parsons. The newlyweds plan to reside in Van Buren township.
The United States circuit court in New York is asked to appoint a receiver and to dissolve the American Tobacco Company and related firms cited as the tobacco trust. The petition asserts the trust’s growth since 1890 would monopolize the tobacco industry if not blocked.
The North German Lloyd steam Kronprinz Wilhelm collided with an iceberg four days from Bremen on Wednesday. The impact caused a glancing blow but no damage or injuries were reported to the ship or crew.
Trustee W L Brown turned over the books on dog tax collection to deputy Prosecuting Attorney E E Hastings and steps will be taken to collect delinquent tax. Amount collected was 65 dollars 70 cents and about seventy five persons failed to pay. Last year there was little trouble but this year payments have been slow.
Mary Kauffman has returned from a visit with the Rev Cyrin Thomas at Henderson. She plans to visit Mr and Mrs Joseph Kempf of Oak Street while in the city.
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