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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1907
Page
5
The management of the electric light company exposes widespread misuse of the flat rate plan. Reported instances include neighbors sharing lights and added wiring for extra lamps, with protests in the past by Democrats against abandoning the flat rate in favor of metered billing.
The Madison Courier notes that women vote now in four nations Australia New Zealand Finland and Norway and full suffrage exists for all officers from president to local in several states and regions. Municipal school and tax-related suffrage appear across England Scotland Ireland Canada Kansas and much of Europe with progress mainly in the last fifteen years.
A historical reflection argues that changing the town name from Liverpool to Washington was patriotic but imprudent. The writer notes many U S towns named Washington, causing frequent misdirected mail, delays, and confusion especially with the national capital.
The South Times praises Major Gustavus V. Menzies of Mt. Vernon as a potential Democratic governor candidate, noting strong statewide support and admiration for his character. The piece contrasts his stance with Taggart, indicating Menzies would not back the Taggart faction and thus remains out of the running while Taggart leads.
The piece criticizes the Taggart press bureau for spreading similar editorials across Indiana newspapers. It notes the Indianapolis Sun’s strong anti Republican stance and argues the Washington Democrat is failing to break free from the influence of biased editorials.
Chicago papers faced a yellow journalism storm over a sensational case about Cecilia Johnson a Chicago student who was rumored to be a white impersonator. The Tribune apologized noting the story had little foundation beyond confirming Johnson is a mulatto woman with no proven misconduct.
The Marion Chronicle notes that opposition papers mock the two-cent fare law while a traveler buying a thousand mile ticket pays the same rate as a short rider. The piece argues the law needs no explanation and that real life shows the policy works as written.
An unclear transcription discusses public figures and criticism with fragmented phrases about honor and appearance. It references a speaker and imagined dialogues, with unclear names and places. The garbled text implies debate on reputation and presentation without concrete events or dates.
The piece extols Joe Cannon as a stubborn, practical, and thoroughly entertaining old man, noting his dislike of drinking and a wish to keep clear of vice while highlighting his strong character and long standing presence in American public life.
The passage praises John Gill of Evansville as a model editor and lauds John B. Brell for steadfastness against Bryan’s influences. It credits Spencer Stoll as a leading organizer at a Democratic powwow and notes Shanklin as a brilliant but flawed editor among Hoosier journalists.
Dr Willeford reports to the city council on sanitary conditions in Washington. The 12 000 inhabitants face dire risk as sewers overflow into storm drains, threatening disease and death if no plan is adopted. Citizens call for action and condemn the neglect.
An anti saloon campaign yields a new Alabama law. Saloons in towns of 10 000 or fewer must close at 7 pm while towns with 10 000 to 15 000 residents close at 8 pm and larger towns at 9 pm.
In a Democratic era report Wei in the Democrat cites Mr Aa proposing city failure to meet payment terms could trigger his takeover of the plant. He would supply arc lights at ten percent below the state average and pay $3,000 yearly to the city. He contrasts with Richmond’s Mr Ash urging two gold dollars per copper cast iron unit from the plant.
A Danishi man of science created a tablet intended to produce beer by dissolving in hot water and cooling. The concept proves impractical as described, making the device not a convenient solution.
August brings a stretch of warm evenings with low humidity and calm streets. Officials predict calmer nights as work winds down and residents plan outdoor leisure while businesses adjust to the late summer cadence.
A man found guilty of whipping his mother in Indiangpolls received a $500 fine and 180 days in jail. The judge described the punishment as light for the crime. The article notes Author Palmer, longtime editor of the Worthington Times, is now owner of the Elnora Star.
A self help note urges dyspepsia sufferers to change eating habits, avoid starches, favor meats and soft boiled eggs, and drink hot water. It recommends long rests between meals, slow thorough chewing, and no washing down with tea or coffee, claiming these steps aid digestion and reduce fermentation.
Mr. Bruner, state inspector, surveyed Washington for sanitary conditions and compliance with pure food laws. He praised Vollmer and Kauffman for cleanliness, noted two stores as excellent, and warned slaughterhouses in need of cleanups. Investigations may lead to prosecutions. affidavits due within ten days. He will return in about a week.
Reported widespread harm to pearl hunters along the Wabash River from crude oil leakage from Bridgeport fields. Shell extraction halts as pollution worsens from Embarrass River junction to the Ohio confluence.
John Cannon, who ran a shell camp at the mouth of the Duchten river, arrived in Azelton on Wednesday nearly blind and placed under an oculist care. Reports mention similar cases and toxin concerns linked to oil tanks near Bridgeport. Fishermen complain of polluted waters as White River hosts an unusual fish abundance this year.
Judge Moyers issued an injunction restraining Thomas B. Wilson and his wife from following striking or interfering with custody of Edith Smith and her daughter. The injunction accompanies a divorce and alimony suit filed by Mary Wilson. Records show Thomas D. Wilson and Mary E. Smith married in Washington Indiana in 1893 with later separations.
Glen Bowles and Walter Morgan faced charges after an incident at Berl Wildmafs restaurant on February 24 in Loogootee. They pled guilty to trespass intoxication and carrying concealed weapons. fines totaled 52.20 with 10 paid for damages.
The will of Martha F Moots who died at her home on the State road last week is admitted to probate. It leaves sixty acres of land five stock farming implements a household goods and chattel to her nephew George Harfla. Funeral expenses are provided for from the estate with remainder to be divided among spouse or children if any. otherwise to sisters and marriaged relatives named Jenna Befove Harris and Eliza Marrigts. George Harfla named executor. Witnesses Ezra Matting and Whittdm Heffernau.
Pajwren Dean died at his home on Maln Street after a period of ill health. He leaves a wife, Mary Abb, and had worked as a painter and paperhanger. The obituary notes he had been sitting with a friend prior to his passing.
Fragmentary notes describe a representative named Beodetic and observations related to magnetic effects. It mentions a Sarg Pa variatio and a move from ghaals, with unclear context or dates.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention halved lines and stray phrases about chickens in a city setting on a Wednesday. Specific names, dates, or events are not readable.
A crate placed on a drag resulted in a negro driver starting his route to a store and hearing a faint chirp or two. Investigators found seven eggs had hatched into chickens. Atlanta recorded a high of 98 degrees, the summer’s peak.
In Montgomery a series of small town notes reports Miss Helen Rudolph visiting Cannerburg. Sunday night church services drew good crowds at the U B church. The Montgomery White Sox schedule a game in Loogootee. Several residents travel for family or illness updates including Mrs. Bingham and Mrs. Murphy. A postmaster mourns loss of forty chickens likely due to a mink or weasel.
The Tadlang national guard encampment at Ft Benjamin Harrison concluded at 10 this morning. Company I returned on the noon EB and I train, led by Captain Joshua Evans, to the armory hall where they were relieved from duty. This marks the second year of the local company, whose prior captain was Hugh G. Faith. The soldiers described a fine time despite hardships, after encampment began July 17.
John T. Meyers, cabinet maker of 11 West Sycamore Street, will attend the Ohio Ross County citizens homecoming in the first week of September.
Thomas Small son of Joseph Small who once lived here is in town from Linton visiting his sister Mrs Arthur H Greenwood.
Dr Shoop promotes restorative treatment addressing inside nerves for stomach heart and kidney ailments. He claims symptom relief hides deeper causes and offers a free book and the restorative product through Lindeman Pharmacy Racine Wisconsin. He emphasizes internal nerves control vital organs and urges readers to write for the free booklet.
A vintage advertisement touts Dr Shoop Catarrh Remedy a snow white creamy topical spray with antiseptic ingredients claimed to relieve catarrh of the nose and throat. It invites readers to try a free test and address in Racine Wisconsin with bold by Lindeman Pharmacy.
Carlisle Center New York resident G B Burnham testifies that after four years he remains cured of kidney trouble thanks to Foley's Kidney Cure. He says two bottles stopped brick dust sediment and pain, with no return of symptoms. Sold by Smith Winton druggists.
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