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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1909
Page
4
The Washington Gazette weekly issue from Saturday July 24 1909 presents public notices and local items in a traditional newspaper tone with emphasis on community affairs and civic updates. The edition reflects typical early 20th century reporting style and regional focus.
A copied Democratic press sheet critiques Governor Marshall and the temperance issue, claiming duplicity in his campaign and governance. It argues Republicans used the issue for liberal gains, while the Anti-Saloon League endorsed nonpartisan temperance progress. The piece accuses Democratic editors of crafting prodding editorials to influence Indiana voters.
A local editorial asserts officers should police blind tigers and bootleggers, urges strict enforcement of the county option law, and supports restricting liquor sales to licensed establishments. It emphasizes public sentiment against open saloons and calls for hot enforcement to deter illegal sales.
The piece portrays John W. Kern as deteriorating politically after being expelled from the Democratic caucus and vows an exposé on party machinery. He advocates reorganizing the Democratic Party and ejecting brewery interests, suggesting a purge of leaders including his former ally Taggart.
The article recalls a Democratic figure backed by Taggart for vice president and compares Kern unfavorably, alleging long time ties with brewing interests. It notes a failed 1910 era temperance prophecy and debunks his national appeal amid internal party tensions and a fiery tour with Bryan and Marshall. Johnny worth is cited as excessive rhetoric.
Democratic space writers who earlier pushed ex Governor Hanly for the United States Senate now appear to be backing him for governor in 1912. This strategic pivot signals a campaign focus change and potential voter appeal adjustments as the race develops.
The charity board criticizes the proposed orphans' home program as unwieldy and expensive, arguing it deprives children of true home life and honest work. It commends the supervisors of the poor farm, jail, and orphans’ home for their management while noting retirements of Ella Gingles and Miss Barrette after a Chicago trial. The Cincinnati Enquirer notes Thomas Nugent as a possible Indiana treasurer candidate if he runs, anticipating a strong showing from Second District Republicans.
A reader railes at the Vincennes Sun for republishing standard Democratic boiler plate editorials, calling the paper old fashioned, respectful, and influential yet shameless in repetition.
The writer laments the loss of ancient pioneer roads in Martin and Orange counties. These old paths formed naturally shaded country routes radiating from county seats, laid out for efficiency by early settlers and descendants, and their destruction diminished what could have been extensive, picturesque highways.
Dr. Hurty, secretary of the state board of health, advocates killing any dog that bites a person to allow brain examination for rabies. He notes not all bites are dangerous, but any bite may be, and one method is to wait for disease development in the bitten person.
A Chicago University professor cites rabies tests on dogs to protect children. He suggests enforcing city ordinances to compel owners to keep dogs confined, criticizing the easy, dead end of killing animals as a solution.
A newspaper note argues for strict examination of every death when violence could be involved. It suggests coroner inquests seldom reveal criminal acts but should still be thorough to avoid hurting relatives.
The Bloomington Star laments a shift from dry town policies to county wide bootlegging as residents, including farmers, face illicit alcohol reaching them at home. The piece questions consistency between past dry slogans and current liquor spread, noting blind tigers and country bootleggers preying on residents despite long dry status.
A fragment from Ft. Wayne News notes a wireless pocket receiver called an auction could locate a man anywhere, while questioning its privacy impact. It also comments on Mr. Bryan and the temperance pledge, and mentions Mordofer's town going dry. It ends with speculation on W. Jennings and political fate.
The Worthington Times hints that Albert J. Beverage could become the Republican nominee and succeed William H Taft. The columnist muses on prophecy and notes the playful tone of naming Beverage as a potential future president.
Police halt unlawful betting among baseball fans in Indianapolis after widespread wagering provokes a crackdown. Officers declare bettors must cease activities, citing public order and integrity concerns.
A street car nearly collided with a horse and buggy driven by Moges Goshorn on East Main Street when the horse drifted toward the track as another vehicle tried to pass. The motorman acted quickly turning off power and braking hard, stopping the car at the last moment.
Keith W. Keith of Sugarland is named executor of the Mrs. Anna C. McKee estate filed for probate in Indianapolis. The will directs conversion of property to cash with main bequests to over thirty nephews and nieces and special jewelry gifts. A $250 donation goes to the Methodist hospital in Indianapolis. Adolphus Williams, a half brother, lives near Cornettville. Burial was in Brookville, Indiana.
A 23 year old burglar entered the south side home of John Solemn Thursday evening. Mrs. Coleman and neighbors on the porch heard the alarm as the intruder fled through a rear window. The man vanished into the night with the screen pushed aside.
Raymond Johnson son of Sim Johnson rural route carrier was thrown from a hay wagon while unloading hay Wednesday. He struck his head and shoulders on the ground and for a time it was feared he was fatally injured. A later examination showed injuries were painful rather than serious.
Ephram Inman returned from Indianapolis with a fine five passenger Cadillac automobile. The machine will be delivered about August 1.
A marriage license was split by mail Friday morning by Deputy Clerk Walter to Claude F. Sipes a prominent young school teacher of Madison township and Misa Zula Bechtel, a well known and popular young woman of Madison township.
The threshing outfit of James Billings was damaged after getting stuck in deep sand near Jacobs Station. The separator was out of service for several days and only repaired on Friday after an accident Tuesday.
Glen Schroeder of Oak Street bought a property just south of the city on Petersburg Road and plans to move in around the middle of August.
For sale a well furnished fourteen room hotel with a good stable and saloon in connection. Road trade. Apply to Kress & Kress Jas per Indiana.
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