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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1916

Page

4

Independence Day address at Merom by Oscar E. Bland

Oscar E. Bland of Linton spoke at Merom on Independence Day praising patriotism and sacrifice. He warned against cowardice and materialism, urged defense of Old Glory, and pledged willingness to fight if necessary, while opposing war at any price.

Oscar E. Bland Linton Congress Merom Valley Forge Morristown Shiloh Appomattox EY Chaney San Jian Hal Hemisphere

Murray disposes real estate after murder case

The Pike circuit court case centers on John Murray who intends to avoid personal responsibility for a murder. He transfers real estate to his wife by deed and mortgaged assets including horses. A note for 1500 and attorney fees hint at his defense strategy amid questions of sanity.

Murray Petersburge Press John N. Murerayy Pike Crcuit Curls Manor Elson Carpenter Aeedra Jofernanville

James Now Preaching New Ohio Minister Ordained

Washington friends hear Leroy James has been ordained a minister of the Christian church and preaches weekly to congregations in Oakland City and Nauvoo. He resides with his mother, Mrs. Lioretia Janes, in Princeton.

James Washington Leroy Hooihan Hoon Jana Idl Oakland

Daviess County Tax Assessment Hearing Date Set

Washington and Daviess county taxpayers may present grievances to the Indiana State Board of Tax Commissioners in Indianapolis on July 26. The board will hear individual complaints and consider changes to county valuations to equalize with other counties. County officials plan to send a representative to attend the review.

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Woman and Baby Thrown From Car in Collision

Mrs Wo Al Spaulding and her two month old baby escaped serious injury when the Lynn Oil and Gas Company car collided with the Summers auto on a gravel road near the Stu Johns cemetery curve Friday night. Spaulding reportedly admitted responsibility for the crash.

Wo AL Spaulding Lynn Oil & Gas Company Richard Summerson Edwardsport Road Beualding Spaulding Provally Tate Dass Summers Stu Jojns Cemetery

Mortgage exemptions near one million in Davis county

Davis county totals show mortgage exemptions approaching one million dollars as of the latest abstract on file with county auditor J. G. Clark. The board reviewed and revised fire exemption blanks at its annual meeting, with township and corporate reports indicating increases and planned completion dates for final figures.

Davidss J. G. Clark Millowink

Not So Many Errors in County Board Adjournment

The county board of review adjourned amid dispute over additions and township assessments. Samuel 1, county treasurer, notes most of the showing centers on the township. The record signals a generic concluding remark on the township assessment process.

County Board of Review Weht Ap Othe Samuel County

County Records Show Quarter Fees Collected in County Offices

County officials report the quarter ending June 30 with total fees of 787.40 in the recorder’s office and 045.45 in the circuit court, covering civil, probate, criminal cases and licenses. Other items include sheriff’s receipts and transfers and a mortgage assignment totaling portions of the period’s income.

Crecees Homas Steateteu E.E. Meade Circuit Court JJ. G. Clark Siquor C.D. Guthrie Sherif Realsvae Company

AW OFFICERS INSTALLED BY UREKA REBEK AHS

Ureka Rebekah Lodge AHS installed new officers at the regular meeting on Thursday. Officers to serve for six months include Noble grind Laura Carnii Miee-srand, Mintle Cox, Bertha Avis, Frances Rodgr, Gasper Klingen Tt, Leila Bassetti, Helen Chaplain, Mary Teman, Anna olan, Belly Watson, Amanda Pritchett, Ellen Wilson.

UREKA Rebek Ahs Kirekah Lodge Rebelkahs Noble Grind Iaura Carnii- Miee-srand Mintle Cox Bertha Avis A. OS SS Ih Frances ‘Rodgr Vv. G Gasper Klingen Tt. S.V. G Leila Bassetti Helen Chaplain Mary Teman Anna #olan Belly Watson Inside Guardian Amanda Pritchett Outside Guardian Ellen Wilson

Daviess County Profits by School Revenue Apportionment

Charles A. Greathouse announces Daviess County’s common school revenue apportionment totals 19 074.27 with 8 417 children served. The county receives 2 045.99 more than contributed and per capita share is 201. Deputies will finish the distribution sheet this week for township trustees and school board treasurers.

Daviess County Charles A. Greathouse State Superintendent of Public Instruction J.G. Clark Daviess’ County

Banks Pay County Interest Totals June Daviess

Daviess county earned 341.95 in interest on funds on deposit with nine banks during June. Interest statements filed with county treasurer Elmer Buzan list payments by bank: Washington National 121.56, Peppies National 61.57, State Bank 45.98, Citizens Loan & Trust Co 46.20, Hirst National Odon 26.70, Farmers Plainville 8.81, Citizens Elnora 123, Farmers & Merchants Montgomery 6.90, Partners Odon 37.

Daviess County Elmer Buzan Washington National Peppies National State Bank iCitizens ‘Loan & Trust Co Hirst National Odon Farmers Plainville iCitizens Elnora Farmers & Merchants Montgomery Parners

Balaro Ad Company Sues for Damages Over Timber Shipment

Balaro Ad Company sues Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern railroad alleging breach of contract and negligence over timber shipment. The suit seeks $1500 to $1505 plus costs, citing deficiency in safety handling, storage, and quality of the timber.

Balaro AD Company Gardiner, Tharp É& Girds Baltimore,and Ohio Southwestern Railroad Company Jfis Daviess ECU Jared

Haen PRM Grants Ten Percent Wage Increase

A mysterious proclamation announces a ten percent wage rise to the Vindennes based company and associates, effective July 1, amid chaotic exchange and unclear terms. The document mentions alleged profiteering and a questionable firm network including the Blerhaus Brothers.

Haen Prm Blerhaus Brothers Apold Vindennes

Faces Serious Charge Involving Carnival Worker

Woy Lee eighteen years old a carnival member who stayed in Jasonville last week faced a Clay County court charge on a warrant alleging assault He was jailed and held on bond after a claim he attempted to attack Lillian Rob son eleven daughter of Robert Rob inson of Jasonville The case centers on an alleged assault in Jasonville with the carnival company.

Danson Triumphs Over Locals In Narrow Victory

Dan son defeats local rivals in a tight match as Hayoline Hurl er stokes a decisive surge for the Greys and foils a late tie bid at Port Count.

Purdue Hits Sude Rapped for Three Doubles and Eight Singles

Purdue rapped for three doubles and eight singles to edge Visitors in a key series opener. The win boosts Purdue's position in the matchup against touring opponents.

Lawrenceville Havolines Beat Greys 3 to 0 at Woodlawn Park

Johnson dominated for Washington as the Havolines pitched Purdue for eleven hits and built a lead by the fifth, completing a 3 to 0 victory over the Greys. Kirkwood and Pfaffkin starred on defense and at the plate with key hits and two doubles.

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