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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1916
Page
4
The piece argues that Hughes and Fairbanks are the fit leaders for the Republican ticket despite some dissenters. It lauds Fairbanks for his loyal nomination acceptance and predicts he will strengthen the ticket. It also critiques auto headlight violations and reviews foreign policy debates with Wilson’s approach versus Republican stances.
Voters favor national prestige and leadership over party, trusting Hughes and Firbuks as much as Wilson and Marshall. Democratic figures face criticism as they defend progressive ideals amid tears and claims of a “trial” of progressives.
Oscar E. Bland the Republican candidate for congress in this district was invited to speak at a Hamilton Club luncheon in Chicago. He joined John Holys tale and James R. Watson in delivering remarks that praised Lincoln era principles and urged unity behind the convention nominees amid Indiana and Illinois Republicans.
A Pentecost sermon at St. Mary’s Church celebrates the Holy Spirit’s descent. The priest explains visible signs like tongues and fire signify God’s gifts and urge readers to live justly free from mortal sin to receive wisdom.
The text explains the seven gifts wisdom fortitude knowledge piety counsel and fear of the Lord as aids to live in God’s will. It urges devotion to divine commands desiring holy understanding and prudent action while celebrating the church’s inauguration and seeking the Holy Spirit’s guidance to avoid sin and fear.
A fragmentary report suggests talks in Washington and New York about a potential vice presidential bid. References to Justice Hughes and Republican figures hint at strategizing with prominent party leaders as an anticipated campaign unfolds.
Rumors swirl of talks between Theodore Roosevelt and Charles Hughes as Roosevelt declines the Republican nomination. Elihu Root allegedly pushes Oyster Bay talks while Roosevelt may stump with Taft. Roosevelt’s conditional refusal leaves Progressive plans in flux and a Chicago meeting planned for June 25.
J I McCawley, age 87, longtime O and M railroad claim agent and first Clay City station agent, has died at his home in Clay City Illinois. Surviving children include John G. McCawley of St. Louis and Martha M Eads wife of Dr F J Eads.
Indiana editors praise Charles E. Hughes as the man of silence while noting his nomination by the Republican party. The piece argues underlying progressives may support the ticket and Roosevelt may back it, signaling unity for the Roosevelt era platform.
The South Bend Tribune notes that nominating Hughes and Fairbanks appears as wise as if inspired, arguing the Republican action was thoughtful and well-timed amid the political situation.
New Castle Courier notes Hughes and Fiirbanks as a strong ticket choice for the country in November. It highlights Hughes as a fearless governor of New York and mentions Fairbanks as a vice presidential selection reflecting a desire for a presidential-sized running mate.
The editorial lauds Governor Hughes as a superior thinker and writer and argues his private and public records prove him capable leadership. It views Roosevelt’s movement as ending Republican division and predicts Hughes and Fairbanks will win a plurality.
A Madison Courier summary lauds Charles Evans of New York for the Republican and Progressive nomination. It calls him neutral on foreign policy but strongly pro United States, favoring military, naval readiness, and canal transportation improvements.
An American citizen and Republican, Jathe Hughes lays aside his current office to devote full energy to the campaign. He pledges to participate in the upcoming November election, marking a decisive step in his political path.
Descendant of George Lashley led a ceremony at Lashley Park for a flag rising by the D A R. Mary Waller directed the program with songs, an address by Rev W S Rader, and history of the Lashley family. Mary Colbert raised the flag. audience joined in The Star Spangled Banner. The event memorializes Lashley and his Revolutionary War service.
A brief ad-like fragment promotes Donkidney Pills as effective for back pain and kidney disorder. It credits a railroad engineer from Washington and mentions Foster-Milburn Co of Buffalo. The text also notes Nathan Davis and Mrs. Arthur Lett visiting relatives in Combs and Meland with unclear context.
In a Knox County hearing, Watcourt was granted a divorce from John F. Bonsth. The case noted the wife, a postal worker and charity worker, Willoughby, and a short time ago Mrs. Pp received alimony totaling $3,300.
Frank Hanly advised State Chairman Edwin M. Lee that he would not seek the governorship as the Progressive candidate. He blamed a failure of the national convention to adopt a prohibition plank for his decision. A state ticket will be placed in the field, and the Progressive GOP plan is to avoid a split.
The Rev R A Bennett preached at First Christian Church for the Modern Woodmen and auxiliary lodges. He spoke on service with text Where art Thou, urging self denial and acts of kindness as core to Christian life. The service included choral and vocal music and paid tribute to departed members.
A Charleston well reaching 22,000 feet below sea level yielded shells bearing organisms once living near the surface. The creatures found in depths show most shells belong to an extinct species, with several within eighty five feet of the surface, indicating ancient marine life near the era.
The trustee of Washington Township will conduct business in his quarters over the Waller harness shop at Main and East Fourth streets Washington. Sames Be Gilley, trustee.
Notice states Stanton Barber will be at his home on the first and third Thursdays each month to conduct Veale township trustee business, signaling regular local government access and duties.
Thendersigned trustees will transact township business at Eaglesville on Wednesday and Saturday each week. Bogard Township trustees will meet Tuesday and Thursday each week at the Williams store in Eprom. Richard M. Williams, trustee.
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