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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 20, 1907

Page

7

Citizens Band to Play at Plainville Fraternal Meeting

The Citizens band travels to Plainville for a three day engagement at a fraternal meeting on August 1, 2 and 5. A picnic is promised to be better than ever with the band adding local appeal. Music has been scarce at the annual picnic of the three lodges. James Jordan, former policeman, joins Will Sell's shows in Kansas City and will serve as boss.

Citizens Band Plainville James Jordan Lissei Globe ‘Hostel Kaleas City Will Sell Jordan Tanvassijan Sell's Bros Jshorne Lewenceville Mr. Ellis Leonard Ellis West End Miss Beaty Allen Beaty

United States suit targets Pennsylvanian and B and O railroads

United States officers pursue a case in district court over alleged law violations governing livestock transport and car equipment. The Pennsylvanian line faces claims of failing to unload and water animals timely, while B and O faces allegations about automatic coupling credits. Plan to expand Glenwood yards noted. Roumanian workers abandon Lawrenceburg project citing mass departure and marriage plans.

Pennsylvania Baltimore Pennsylvanlanes West Indianapolis Pittsburg

Contest for Estate Yet to Probate Will of Leander Buck

Mrs J Dorsett files petition seeking to block probate of Leander Buck estate in Knox alleging undue influence and lack of mind, says will favored distant relatives and grandchildren over rightful three heirs, names Jane Bates Purcell Buck and eight others in dispute, case expected to be hotly contested.

Leander Buck J. Dorsett Jane Bates Purcell Buck Knox

Health Board Report Shows Births and Marriages

Dr A J Donaldson secretary of the county board of health reports for the quarter ending June 30 there were 159 births. 87 boys and 72 girls, four negroes and all parents American. There were 53 marriages in the period all couples American and white.

A. J. Donaldson County Board of Health Cupid

Judge Humphrey Exonerated After AG Examination

The attorney general completed examination of charges against United States Judge Thomas C. Humphrey of the central district of Indian Territory and exonerated him. Bail was authorized for Mrs Anna M Bradley under indictment on murder charges involving former Senator Brown of Utah. Edward Ellis and Miss Mattie Beaty are mentioned in court proceedings moving forward after a year.

United States Tuatice Wright Supreme Reoort District of Columbia Anna M. Bradley Brown Utah Edward Ellis West End Mattie Beaty

Governor Opposes Mob Law In Whitecap Assault Case

Governor Frank Hanly pledges support to prosecute the whitecap assault on William T. Vanest, blacksmith of South Bethany. Attorney Charles Remy and Attorney General James W. Bingham assist Prosecuting Attorney Albert W. Phillips of Columbus. Phillips made two Indianapolis trips as Vanest seeks justice. eight men named face $800 bonds and a July 22 trial before Justice E. H. Kinney in Columbus.

Frank Hanly Whitecappers William T. Vanest South Bethany Charles Remy James W. Bingham Albert W. Phillips Columbus Phillips Indianapolis Indiana Vaneest Charles Stull Bartholomew Andrew Joseph Stull Monroe County Charles Seit Ken Clark James Kirtz John Burkhart Brown County E. H. Kinney

Saloon Keepers Agree to Enforce Sunday Restrictions

Lin ton court notes absence of arrests as saloon keepers pledge to enforce Sunday rules under a new agreement. Temperance workers vow to appeal to the circuit court after recent defeats, while Walter Worth claims to have cleared his premises and plans to move patrons to a first class hotel.

Linton Thesr Ant’s Templance Walter Worth George Durham Circuit Court Worth

Hunters Licenses Issued in Squirrel Open Season

Thirty six hunters received licenses since the open season for squirrels began July 1. Licenses are issued by the county clerk at $1 with records kept of number issued owner and date. The latest license went to Robert C. Potts, formerly with the fire department, as authorities note many hold licenses from last fall and will keep them over until December. Squirrel hunting is reported as good across the county.

Marcus JA. String Gus Farrell Andrew J. Baumiert Ror Wathen Harry L Fornwald Henry J. Burkhardt B I Burris Jacob Burriss Fielding Colbert Maeorge Dorsey Albert Bodtdy George Willams Harry Gilley John Het, Sparks Harry Yeageroward Waggoner Roy Feagans Edgar de Laughlin Otto Mangin Thomas Bennett Ernesti C Fire Jepartment Qtca

Minister Return Sought At Quarterly Conference

The First M E church quarterly conference asked Rev. C T E Asbury of Vincennes to use influence to keep Rev. J W Baker as pastor for another year. Baker may face one of two vacancies elsewhere. The group also proposed Dr L E Van Osdal of this city as a delegate to the Baltimore convention next May. Seven delegates will be chosen at Columbus in September at the state conference, with Dr R N M Smiley as a delegate from the church.

J. T. Frangrille J. G. Patton D. D Washington, Penn C. TE. Asbury Vincennes J. W. Baker L. E. van Osdal Baltimore Columbis R.nm. Smiley

Japanese Worker Escaped Mob Violence at Southern Pacific Shops

Yon, a Japanese employee and engine wiper at the Southern Pacific shops in Los Angeles, narrowly escaped serious injury after an enraged group of American workers vandalized a locomotive by wrenching away two small flags. A witness pulled Yon from the engine, alerted others, and a crowd gathered, threatening him before he managed to flee.

Wouthern’ Pacific Los Angeles Cal

Thaw's Health Deteriorates Amid Confinement

Friends and relatives of Harry K. Thaw report his health is failing with congestion of the liver and long abstention from food. Dr. Maghere has prescribed remedies for three weeks with little relief as Thaw remains confined in the Tombs and near a general breakdown is feared.

Harry Kx Maghire Ignison Stanford White Pylson

Ninety- Year-Old Bishop Celebrates Birthday

The Rt Rev Dr Thomas Bowman senior bishop of the M E denomination, residing in Orange Mississippi, marked his ninetieth birthday on Monday.

Thomas Bownan M. E. Denomination Orange Nids

Espy Slater Injured in North Vernon Wreck

South absenger brakeman Espy Wester City Slater is injured with a broken arm at North Vernon and unable to work. He is reported to be in the hospital with injuries from the incident.

Wester City

American Federation of the Gamerie holds sixth annual meeting

In Indianapolis the American Federation of the Gamers met Monday with about 300 delegates attending. They discussed contracts and Morphy of Mitchell was noted among participants. The report highlights the status of contract talks and the gathering’s scope.

American Federation of the Gamerie ‘Soltles Indianapo Hink Morphy Mitchell

Skating rink planned on county lot near Willeford building

A new first class skating rink is planned on the county lot below the Dr. G. W. Willeford building for Benjamin Clawson at an estimated cost of $3,000. The one story structure measures 60 by 113 feet with a maple floor and a 500 seat gallery, electric lighting, and modern amenities. Work to finish by September 15 with use for political conventions and public speaking. Builder Murphy, B&O Southwestern engineer, purchased the lot for $1,200 from the county. Mrs Isaac Wheeler visits Mitchell by Lintor.

Murphy B. & O. Southwestern Hves Mitchell

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