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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 29, 1903

Page

4

Miers Won't Seek Re nomination If Campaign Fights Return

Representative Robert W. Miers of the second district says he will not seek renomination if another hard campaign like last year is required. He hints he may return to Congress after eight years of service. Senator Cyrus E. Davis of Bloomfield is expected to challenge him, with Bloomfield Democrats aiming for a vigorous fight.

Robert W. Miers Congress Cyrus E. Davis Bloomfield Miers Secnd Indianapolia Journal

Hats at Misses M. & M. James Sale Ends Soon

A closing out sale offers a large assortment of trimmed hats for ladies misses and children at less than one third their value. Located at Misses M. & M. James 317 E Main St. Sale emphasizes deep discounts and clearance.

M. & M. James E. Main St

Illinois Central Low One Way Fares May Through Sept

On the first and third Tuesdays from May 19 to Sept 15 inclusive the Illinois Central will sell one way tickets to southeast points and to towns in Arkansas Indian Territory Oklahoma Texas New Mexico Kansas Colorado at about half fare. For full rates contact A H Wanson Chicago IL or F R Wheeler Evansville IN. A boy never considers himself a man until he possesses a bunch of keys. Dr Thomas Electric Oil heals cuts bruises stings sprains and acts as a monarch over pain.

Ilinois Central Railroad Arkansas Indian Territory Oxahoma Texas New Mexico Kansas Coorado Oradness A. H. Wanson G. P.a Chicago F.R. Wheeler Main St Evansville Ind Dr. ‘Thomas Monarch

Bethel Births and Visiting Friends Highlight Local Scene

Born to Mr and Mrs William Jackson a son in Bethel. John Baldwin of Oklahoma visits friends here. Ton Gamble and family of Washington and A W Peek family share time with C E Peek. Mrs Julia Peek and Mrs Sarah McNanny guests of Mrs Smith Gaither. Several locals hosted and visited. hayride hosts include Cora Opha Mary Peek Ethel Shanks Bessie Price Will Moore and others.

William Jackson John Baldwi Oklahoma Ton Gamble Washington A. W. Peek C. E. Peek Julia Peek Sarah McNanny Smith Gaither James Ragsdale Fitzgerald Mabel Tyler Vincennes Katie Moore Dalla Wise Charley Peek Malina Thomas Charley Stuckey Pleasant Hill Ira McCleskey Indianapolis Shoals Cora Opha Mary Peek Ethel Shanks Bessie Price Will Moore John Wood Aden Singleton Wilson Harbin John Joe Peels

Local Personal notes scattered across city visits

Joe Ober was present in Woheatiend today. J F Blackwell arrives from Wheat od while J E Dodge of Terre Haute visits. John Doyle comes from Loo gootee. J W Slinkard from Montgomery is in town. George Neubling of Evansville is here today. Miss Sarah Overbay visits from Wheatland. Mr and Mrs A C Johnson return from St. Louis and Mr and Mrs Jerry Egan return from Terre Haute. Misses Nina Alford of Odon Lillie Alford and Ives Dillon of Pleasant Hill visit Amy Barr. Austin Osmon and Misses Adam Osmon Carrie Killion of Epsom and Geo Faust of Plainville leave tonight for Atlantic City.

J. E. Dodge Terre Haute John Doyle Loogootee J. W. Slinkard Montgomery George Neubling Evansville Sarah Overbay Wheatland A. C. Johnson St. Louis Jerry Egan Nina Alford l Odon Lillie Alford Ives Dillon Pleasant Hill Amy Barr Austin Osmon Adam Osmon Carrie Killion Epsom Geo. Faust Plainville Atlantic City

Peace prospects in the Far East amid summer talks

A London correspond ent reports peace will hold in the Far East through winter. Russia has made concessions to the United States and Japan while Britain claims gains from sober negotiations. A Russian declaration is said to be imminent as two British warships depart Wei Hai Wei. A new play titled Bad Egg faces poor reception from actors.

London Far East Russia United States Japan Great Britain Wei Hai Wei

The Eureka Ice Cream Stand At 308 Mair St

Quick Service is ready with ice cream lemonade sodas and soft drinks. Orders for ice cream served on short notice. A pleasant place to get cool this hot weather at The Eureka on 308 Mair St.

Eureka Mair St

Labor and business clash over city factories in Marion report

Notes and Comment describe a labor fight as workers strike and are replaced by non union labor. Employers and city merchants vow resistance and threaten relocation. Wall Street turmoil eases with limited losses. Labor Day plans in the city head by the Painters and Decorators Union with broad support. King Charles hosts the US squadron in Cintra with a banquet and cordial talks.

Marion Indiana Painters and Decorators Union Washington

Railroad Changes Hands In Rock Island Acquisition

New York reports the Rock Island system has gained control of the Evansville and Terre Haute and its subsidiaries by assuming the Hooley syndicate holdings. Purchase price estimated around fifty. In Logansport Indiana, a reported assault on Mrs. Joseph Watts remains unsolved as a suspect reportedly fled the country.

New York Rock Island Evansville Terre Haute Edward S. Hooley Edwin S. Hooley & Co Logansport Ind Joseph Watts

Tangled News Telegrams From Global Events

Reports suggest Mancharia ports may open by September L. The Dix ran aground off Japan coast last Saturday. Canal treaty ratification looks more favorable. A quarrel in Felix Wyoming leaves three Italians dead. Judge Long, Calro American consul general, dies. he came from Virginia. President Tamana opened Peru’s congress amid mass demonstrations. Miss Paulino Chappet of Chicago choked to death by a pin stuck in her throat. National Coal and Coke Co. with 7 600 000 capital at Pittsburgh will incorporate, replacing Frick Coke Co. A disastrous rainfall at Chofoo causes heavy losses and damage to foreign settlements. Whittaker Wright, English promoter, held in New York since April pending extradition, begins London-bound journey in custody. King Edward tours Ireland praising harmony amid occasional setbacks.

Mancharia Dix Japan Felix Wyo Judge Long Calro Virginia Tamana Misa Paulino Chappet Chicago National Coal and Coke Co Pittsburg Frick Coke Co Whittaker Wright New York Pick Beene London City

Allegree and Mattingly Apply for Marriage License

Joseph V. Allegree and Matilda Rose Mattingly have filed for a marriage license.

Joseph V. Allegree and Matilda Rose Mattingly

Way They Push It Mi o Na First Forming Food

An ad recounts Fred S. Clapp promoting Mi o Na as a flesh forming food and stomach remedy. Clerks guarantee refunds if indigestion or weight gains do not improve. customers deposit money and test the product with a risk free trial. Also notes political freight issues as a tangent.

Fred Clapp Fred S. Clapp

Sleep Troubles and Dr A W Chase Nerve Pills

Article extols sleep aids for insomnia noting restless nights and fatigue. Includes a testimonial from Ed Kennedy of Washington Indiana praising Dr A W Chase’s Nerve Pills for nervousness and dizziness with claims of restful sleep. States price 50 cents per box and urges consultation of the product.

Honor and Kidney Health Amid Travel Dangers

A2470, traveling causes kidney strain from constant motion and vibration. Foley's Kidney Cure claims to strengthen kidneys and treat kidney disorders, with a testimonial from Geo. H. Hanson, Lima engineer, who improved after use. Sold by Smith & Winton. A stray quip about nerve and diplomacy closes.

Foley Geo. H. Hansan Lima Smith & Winton

M. J. Carpahan & Co Advertises Oil Stove

Local housewares retailer M. J. Carpahan & Co promotes an oil stove as a summer kitchen comfort. The ad claims the stove eases household labor and saves money from the first hot day through the season.

M. J. Carpahan & Co

Advert for Charles GQ Sremre Market at 110 Main Street

Meaty selection pitched as juicy and tender with a promise of best cuts. Customer asked to state preference and the shop pledges cleanliness as its motto. Contact details include a phone line and the market’s Main Street address.

Sremre Main Street

Exhibition of 25000 Watches at Geo. N Engert Jeweler

A display of 25000 brand new watches at Geo. N Engert, Jeweler, 805 E. Main St, promises to reveal the labor and artistry behind fine timepieces. The text invites readers to not miss the exhibit and to see the remarkable collection.

Geo. N Engert E. Main St

Barcars Offer Land For Sale In Indiana Coal Vein On Property

Special local notice lists 120 acres for sale one mile west of Montgomery Daviess County Indiana. Includes a fine house and coal vein mining rights with monthly royalty guarantee. Also mentions mining lease and contact details for J E B Wreckms Shaw2w Washington Indiana.

Montgomery Daviess County Ind Fine House J. EB Wreckms Washington, Ind

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