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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1916

Page

4

Indiana reformers clash over constitution at Muncie meeting

A Muncie audience heard Addison C. Harris and Judge Eichhorn debate Indiana constitutional reform. Voters remain confident in the existing constitution while some call for limited amendments. Critics denounce radical agitators and socialist echoes, urging cautious change only by lawful means.

Indiana Muncie Addison C. Harris Eichhorn Harris Judge Eichhorn Charlie Chaplin Fach Etchhorn

Missouri Delegate Responds to Roosevelt Nomination Push

A Missouri delegate to the Republican National Convention delivers a timely reply to ammunition manufacturers backing Theodore Roosevelt for the nomination. The statement aims to counter external pressure and solidify support for the party’s selected candidate.

Missouri Otto ‘Fp Stifel Theo‘dore Roosevelt

Parade of Indiana prisoners sparks public critique

A Mitchell Tribune editorial denounces a state parade featuring an Indiana Reformatory band and drill team, calling it a misdirected display that glamorizes criminals and undermines public morality. It criticizes prison reformers and warns of broader social harm from such charity efforts and policy shifts.

State of Indiana Mitchell ‘Tribune the Tribune Jis Anderson Federal Court Indianapolis

Governor's Mansion Choice Eludes Political Precedence

Disjointed OCR fragment discusses the governor’s mansion, its suitability, and perhaps the governor choosing a home based on manner of keeping and financial resources, implying political considerations in residence decision making.

Indiana News Roundup on Religion Politics and Law

A sprawling wire of items covers Methodist discipline debates in the church, local city council actions on telephones for homes, Bloomington street usage, and New York traffic limits. Other notes include a murder conviction in New York, press letters on reform and the Republican party, and reflections on Indiana counties and political conventions.

Bloomington New York City Mitchell Indiana

Sullivan Wins Narrow Delaware County Vote, Anti-Saloon Tactics Criticized

An official report notes Sullivan narrowly won in Delaware and other counties where affirmative votes barely exceeded a single ballot. Shumaker of the Anti-Saloon League denounces party loyalty while pushing temperance into politics, challenging Democratic candidates’ platforms and highlighting the league as a major ally to the party after the bull moose era.

Dela Ware Sullivan Delaware County Jockridge Shumaker Anti-saloon, League Mattingly Indiana Bull Moose Organization Democratic Party Anti-saloon League

Ford threats amid driving etiquette story and light cues

A fragment notes no Indiana law on dimming headlights and urges courtesy on roads. It mentions a circulating tale that Henry Ford may spend large sums against reelection rivals voting for military prep, but warns such actions could lead to legal trouble.

Henry Ford Congress Ford

Saturn and Venus align as astronomer notes beauty and distance

Indianapolis News reports John Candee Dean praising Saturn’s grandeur from Earth noting its rings and ten moons while contrasting with the vast orbit. Separate items discuss a murder trial verdict and state park land plans in Martin County, plus a question about Memorial Day school pay and public funds.

Saturn John Candee Dean Indianapolis News Venus Earth Richmond State Board of Accounts

Road safety urged for Willow Valley hill in Martin County

Carlos McCarty of Loogootee Tribune notes a prior accident on Willow Valley hill and urges the county highway superintendent or Halbert township trustee to install inexpensive danger signals top and bottom of the curve. Red banners along the north road from Loogested to Washington are proposed to warn travelers. More travel is expected this summer, so action is needed now.

Carlos McCarty Loogootee Tribune Willow Valley Loogested Washington Th County Halbert Township

Hazards on relic highway roads warn drivers of dangers

A reader warns of dangerous road segments on a reused highway and urges prompt repairs. The piece describes lack of warning signs, risky grades, and the need to maintain routes from Shoals to Mitchell to improve safety for travelers in the region including Martin Bunty and Hal ert township, noting some repairs and funding would suffice to make sections usable soon.

Shoals Mitchell Vincennes Whie River Atort How Valley Martin Bunty Oals Halert

Presidential calm demanded in Herald view of nominee

The Washington Herald urges a presidential candidate who is calm, firm, and faithful to American traditions. A leader who respects world relations, serves the people, upholds institutions, and avoids emotional flamboyance or captious rhetoric. The piece cites Indian editor G. Sefrit on the type of man fit for the White House.

Missouri Etelt Missourii Repu Tte United States Roosevelt America Stifel Pete Woodrow ‘Wilson Theodore Roosevelt Woodrow Wilson Republic John B. Stoll Pecesins Washington Herald United Tes G. Sefrit Jin Téaring Wu

Greenwood Is Orator of Day Before Washington Veterans

Washington veterans gathered Tuesday afternoon at the United Brethren church for a Memorial Day program led by the Ladies Circle of the G A R. H Greenwood, a Washington attorney, spoke on patriotism with God, noting it must transcend mere power. The event included a procession led by the Washington Armes, singing, prayers, readings, and a declamation, with Warm weather and a respectful crowd showing support.

Washington G. A. Ri United Pie ‘H. Greenwood Washington Armes W. Snider Cereles R. A. ‘Bennett Logan R. Ells Ellis Hed Beersbartenaye

Montgomery Rebekahs Hold Memorial Services for Dead

The Lily Rebekah Lodge in Montgomery observed memorial services at the I.O.O.F hall with a large turnout. The program included readings by Carrie Perkins Hazel Smith and others, a memorial address by G. L. Harris, short talks by members, and a reception for attendees.

Lily Rebeadge Montgomery I. C Anna Armes Nellie Mary Baker Stella Morgan Potts George Meates Horto N J.W._ Ellis

Local switchman dies from train accident in Maryland

Asia's result of injuries received when he was run over by a train while switching cars. Mr Clarisey formerly a switchman in the B and Southwestern yards died at Bastore Maryland Monday morning. Clarisey is survived by his parents Mr and Mrs Matthew Clarisey of this county and several others. He was thirty four years old.

Vincennes Sun John Stella Amelia Dorothy Juan Stuirrely Wilson Nell Wii Big Four Senidr Johnn Ser I Prairie Street Wilson Cam Kroeger Mrowble Asia Clarisey B. & Southwestern Bastore Maryland Matthew

Trustees' Notice in Washington Township Trade

Washington Township trustee James E. Gilley will transact business at the harness shop located at Main and Fourth streets Washington.

Washington Township Washtownship Busialler Main and Fourth Streets Washington James E. Gilley

Veale Township Notice Of Regular Trustee Meetings

Veale Township announces meetings on the first and third Thursdays each month to conduct trust and township business. Stanton Bs signs the notice.

Veale Township Ndlica Veale Stanton

Van Buren Township Trustees Set Regular Meeting Times

Van Buren Township trustees announce business will be transacted at Eaglesville office on Wednesday and Saturday every other week, with M. Olark named as trustee.

Indiana van Buren Township van Bure Township Eaglesville M. Olark

Bogard Township Notices To Hold Weekly Meetings

Notice states that 7 will transact business for Bogard township on Tuesday and Thursday each week at Williams store. Ensoo SHARD XM: Williams, trustee.

Bogard Bogard Township Williams Enso Shard XM Williaiss

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