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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1906
Page
2
The fragment shows a business manager role from a local paper in 4ington Indiana. It appears in a header style with publisher identifiers Zeit and Herald Co. and mentions Buriness Manager as a position within the period typography.
A Democratic critique blames Republicans for county mismanagement while praising city reform. The piece contrasts city debt, tax rates, and a caucus system with county governance, arguing Democrats miscast blame and urging focus on concrete improvements seen under Republican leadership in Daviess County.
A fragment notes special taxes levied under public demand and applied as directed by the people, reflecting a governance stance on tax policy and citizen influence.
The Daviess County record stands in contrast to other Indiana counties as no lynching ever occurred here. The piece praises local newspapers and public leaders for resisting mob violence while noting past incidents in nearby counties. It highlights sheriffs known for nerve and cites a calm approach to a local murder case.
The piece rejects Democratic claims of graft by Republican county commissioners and defends current levies. It notes county taxes are higher mainly due to improvements, not commissioners, with lower running expenses and longer, better schools. Barr and Madison townships show higher rates but improved roads and services.
In Greene County a sheriff earns praise for protecting a Black defendant after a white foreman was killed. The jury faced public pressure for harsh punishment but refused to yield, upholding equal application of the law regardless of race. The piece lauds the sheriff’s coolness, responsibility, and restraint amid potential riots, commending moral courage and the jury’s steadfast stance.
The piece discusses how money is spent on roads and schools and notes running expenses grow as a county's wealth and population increase. It compares present costs to those fifteen or twenty years ago, arguing that per capita expenses rise but the aggregate cost grows with growth in population and wealth.
The piece argues Presidents Grant Cleveland and Jackson were not jingoistic war hawks. It praises Grant as a peaceful leader who fought only when necessary and credits Cleveland with courage against anarchists and free silver extremism. It frames McKinley’s era as defining true American spirit.
A fragment discusses local politics in Monroe county and Bloomington. It references Republicans and Democrats with provocative phrases about a former congressman and potential legislature run, signaling a charged political context in a community setting.
The Vincennes Sun attacks the Knox county change of venue in a lawsuit, arguing public bias risks an unfair trial. The piece urges fairness, notes laws protect against local influence, and defends Chief Fuller’s use of venue change as lawful.
Memorial day was observed in the city with a midday business suspension. The piece notes a growing trend toward more holidays and longer rests, listing New Years Day, Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas as recognized holidays. If a holiday falls on Sunday, the following day is observed. In cities, Saturday half days are increasingly common in summer.
The piece argues that keeping stores open at night and on Sundays drains workers and families. It contends the constant busyness ages men prematurely and robs them of reasonable recreation. The author calls the practice a distressing feature of commercial life harming workers.
The piece traces how the Democrat historically defended or critiqued war with Spain, noting editorials from 1895 to 1898 in The Republic Chicago Chronicle and other papers. It argues the Democrat backed war when it suited, citing commentary on the Maine explosion and calls for readiness.
The Vincennes Sun argues that delayed justice and tedious court procedures fuel mob violence. It cautions against blaming court delays for lynchings and says only a few delays exist, not shaping mob sentiment.
The article argues lynching is not justice and warns against martial law and mob rule. It asserts courts protect the accused and community, urges the ballot as a legal remedy for lax law enforcement, and condemns lynching as cowardly murder justified by fear of costs. It cites Vincennes Law and stresses people control through elections and juries.
Washington city council passes an ordinance making it a misdemeanor for policemen to drink on duty or loiter in saloons while in uniform. It also bars saloonmen from selling to officers on duty, with strict enforcement to follow. The action aims to curb misconduct and uphold community safety amid political tensions reported by Vincennes Capital and Vincennes Sun.
The South Bend Times refutes claims of graft and extravagance by the county board and criticize Governor Hanty’s civic rhetoric. It notes Lum Simons may face consequences after defying Sunday closing laws, highlighting legal actions and court outcomes.
The Kn x county community defends its juries against claims from a county official aligned with Governor Hanly. The letter asserts juries are unbiased, intelligent, and uphold the law, criticizing Chief of Polk Fuller for undermining local integrity and fairness.
A reader notes the Sullivan Daily Times as one of the neatest day newspapers and praises its clean typography and sound taste and skill, calling it a model alongside The Washington Herald as a reliable mate.
County Treasurer H C Truelove traveled to Indianapolis with County Auditor Nugent to finalize the semiannual settlement with the state auditor. Daviess County will transfer 29557 dollars as state tax, school funds, benevolent institutions, educational institutions, linking funds, and interest, plus docket fees and elections, with delinquent tax collections this year totaling 9209. It marks a shift as the county aims for a top position in settlements, with a deadline of June 15 and a historic May settlement for Daviess County.
Rain fell generally over Illinois and Ohio on Wednesday and Thursday afternoon with scattered showers in Minnesota and the northern Rocky Mountains region.
The state game commission vows to crack down on intruders harming and illegally shooting tree squirrels. Deputy rangers roam forests statewide to enforce laws, and violators face arrests. Squirrels are described as plentiful but off limits until August 1 with a valid license required.
A creamery project near Montgomery announces all stock subscribed and will be placed just east of town on land owned by John D. Montgomery. Construction details and site work mentioned.
Minority Leader John Sharp Williams delays passage of private pension legislation as filibustering tactics persist. Indiana veteran James T Sanderson seeks an increase from 13 to 24 dollars monthly for total disability. committee recommends passage with amendments.
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