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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1907
Page
5
A tangled, partially legible editorial rant critiques democracy and press power, mentioning Bloomington, Indianapolis papers, and figures like Bryan Roosevelt and Haywood. It discusses editorials, political violence, and modern newspaper aims, reflecting on justice and media influence.
Fragments mention Indianapolis Evansville Terre Haute and Bend area. References to energy spirit mensey ity city and a building display. No clear event dates or outcomes available in readable text.
The article notes Marion pursuing factory expansion and bonus-based incentives to revitalize industry. It mentions New Castle and Vincents as nearby examples and cites Indianapolis as a benchmark city raising funds for public works. The piece highlights progress in other cities and a push toward progressive development.
A Chicago Tribune inspired appeal urges teachers to guide students in protecting native birds and nests. It cites laws against harming songbirds, notes hazards from sling shots, and praises constructing bird houses in parks to foster lifelong ornithophile interest.
Chicago dispatch reports mounting labor confusion as a planned general walkout at Montgomery Ward rented plant stalls 2,500 workers. Disputes center on door building duties and cementing marble slabs, with rival unions deploying detectives amid tense industrial friction.
The piece urges readers to avoid worry over forecasts and embrace a practical view of weather. It cites a vaudeville jingle about weather regardless of rain or shine, encouraging calm acceptance over gloomy predictions.
The city council plans to elect a new school board member at the upcoming meeting next night. Nathan G. Read’s term ends the first of the month. The slate includes Mr. I Ad Senata, TM Ant, Henry Gers, Dexts, and J. G. Allen, a Republican.
Fragmentary OCR indicates commissioners sold a township road petition to M H Wil Tenet with mentions of Fairhurst, Lidyd Clark, and Harrison township in a view of the system.
The TH petition of trustees to substitute Mrs Mary Baker Eddy as plaintiffs in a case to refire an accounting of her property was denied by Judge Robert N Chamberlain in Concord New Hampshire on Wednesday.
Secretary Bonaparte issues a statement regarding his ties to the committee of fifty at a Baltimore pure food gathering. The event reportedly expressed views opposing his recent rating of whisky labeling.
A suit filed in the United States circuit court at Toledo on Wednesday seeks to oppose the sale confirmation of the Toledo railway and terminal company. The complaint alleges a conspiracy to defraud involving J. P. Moran and Wisalles.
Officials struggle with funding as construction plans stall amid rising labor and material costs. Officials cite increased expenses and code compliance hurdles delaying new building projects approved under the latest appropriation.
Dr McKittrick, recently expelled from the Indians Dental College, will open a new office in Plainville. Local residents anticipate his practice startup and await official confirmation of credentials.
Ongoing talks between Spain and Germany focus on reaching a commercial modus vivendi to ease trade frictions. Officials report progress toward a provisional agreement that would reduce tariffs and formalize dispute resolution mechanisms.
The Columbus water controversy dominates civic talk as residents mock the city water with jokes about eating it with a knife and fork. The Republican criticizes the council for inaction despite proposals to address the dirty, unusable water.
The Princeton Tribune notes Indianapolis Sun reprinting a Clarion-News editorial without credit. It argues Clarion-News editorials deserve proper attribution when reprinted, accusing the Sun of frequent plagiarism and calling for acknowledgment.
The piece argues that democracy's future hinges on populist devices like the referendum and initiative, while warning money facts and a weakened party system fail to carry national elections in prosperous times. It notes strained sentiment toward Mr. Bryan and limited newspaper support in the north.
Three members of Martin County bar in Shoals file formal charges of unprofessional conduct against Hi Cormick a leading Shoals attorney and disbarred figure. Cormick who served as prosecuting attorney for the period 1885 6 and later political affiliations shift from Democrat to Republican noted.
A notice announces that a male applicant from Washington township will seek county approval to sell and allow consumption of alcoholic beverages in a storefront at the Globe Hotel site, describing the building on the north end of the east half of lot 135 and detailing dimensions and entryways for Sundays and holidays. The action is set for the next Davieess County Board of Commissioners meeting with a July 1907 start.
Various residents from Cannelburg and surrounding towns travel to Washington and Loogootee for visits, medical care, and social events. Individuals including James Davin, Ita H Dages, Mrs. J C Montgomery, and Miss Clara Cullivan are noted among others visiting relatives or seeking services.
Michael M. Alfordsville reports J F Roberts winning at Shoals last week. John Flater traveled to Washington. Mrs Laura Bugan of Elnora visits via King. Reeve township commencement attended by Professor Epgleman and Onis Harrell of Loogootee. Miss Lucy Gilley of Loogootee visits. Dr A H Burris has house painted. John Jackmah of Washington was here. Mrs Robert Paris ill but not improving. John Wall renovates hotel and adds room. New K of B hall nearing completion awaiting roof. Attendees from here at Harrison township commencement in Glendale Tuesday night include Walter Scott, Robert Vanwinkle, George Win, Mand Godwin, Laura Swhcrd, Bessie Burris. Flour milling project at the gene has been taken to Wis. and shipped.
A large crowd gathered for the Oak Grove cemetery unveiling ceremony with Woodmen of the World participation. The program included music by the band, recitations, and a dedication by Camp officers. Attendees traveled from Evansville and Vincennes for the event and a march preceded the procession to the cemetery.
A fragment mentions arrival in a few days and a plan to free a plate and start machinery in the mill with a two cent ration. The text is garbled and lacks clear names or dates.
The Reeve township school graduation exercises were held in Alfordsville on Thursday evening. Nine graduates received diplomas as Superintendent Henry gave the address and presented the diplomas. Teachers for 1906 07 were listed with Dorsey Arvin and W W Brown among them.
The Rev W E Suyd and the Odon U B church plan with city help the program for the P C U convention to be held at aerenad in July 423.
The Epworth League convention in Farmersburg elected officers for the Vin cennes district. Wilkeron Washington Te president Ollie Beat first vice president Ta Van Osdal second vice president Mrs Nettle a fourth vice president Miss Ollie Drake Sullivan secretary Murray M Farmersburg treasurer Daisy Cain Saddleér superintendent. Next year the convention will be held at Suvan.
A fragmented report notes a visitor from a named place came Sunday for a brief visit with Miss Downey. They were part of a party that spent Wednesday evening along a river, in a Casibon area, with several individuals named in the text.
Real estate transfers listed including several lot descriptions in Washington and Southside additions with prices. Birth notices report daughters for Hooper Johnson Wathen Breneman and Breneman, wife Minnie Stephenson of Washington, plus a civil case Allegree vs Allegree and related damages.
Wanted a girl to work at a dairy in a family of three near the city, must know dairy work. Apply Andrew Cavanaugh, general delivery, post office. For sale Davies county maps showing farms, railroads, churches and schools, originally $65, now $1.50. Call The Herald or see Frank Hastings. Washington camp 63 meets at K of C hall at 1 pm Sunday for unveiling. Wanted wool at highest market price delivered to Mathews, Montgomery. We buy life insurance policies for cash, box 203, Washington, Ind. For sale 2,500 bushels of good corn at 0c per bushel, on Carnahan & Barr farm near Harriman's ferry, Pike county, Indiana. Call Harve Gilman before it is gone.
The notice states that Robert J. Barr has qualified as executor of the last will and testament of Susan Gilley, deceased, in the Daviess Circuit Court April term 1997. The estate is claimed to be solvent. Hastings Allen Hastings represents the executor.
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