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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1911

Page

5

Indiana Proctor law praised by liquor interests and critics

A chronicler decries the Proctor law as a liquor industry boon and political tool. It cites supporters like Senator Robert E. Proctor and Governor Marshall aides, while warning Indiana Democrats to resist Taggart and Murphy aligned factions seeking control for personal gain.

Marion Chronicle Indianpolis Model License ‘League Louisville Model License League Robert E. Proctor Steve Fleming Indiana Hotel Keeper's Associational Organization Marshall Lew Shank Dekalb County Fieming Indianapolis News Proctor Diry Indiana Thomas Taggart Ift Mary Democratic Party Democrats Byal Taggart-Crawford Fairbanks-Murphy-Sullivan Taggart Sera Heap Buttzhay Washington Buch

Indiana Democrats discussed by Indianapolis correspondent

The Cincinnati Enquirer writer in Indianapolis notes reflections on the Democratic scene, remarks that unity among delegates to the national convention next year may be achievable despite current circumstances. The piece suggests overall alignment but hints at possible shifts within the party.

Indianapolites Indianapolis Cincinnati

Walker to resign as assistant storekeeper at 2B O Southwestern shops

Charles M. Walker, assistant storekeeper at the 2B O Southwestern shops, has tendered his resignation effective June 20. He has served eight years at the shops and his family plans to move.

Whittler Cal Walker Charles M. Walker Southwestern

Wheat Harvest Observations and Local Social Interactions

Pine Valley notes farmers cutting wheat and a flurry of Sunday visits among residents. Miss Pearl Traylor and Miss Collie Wise visit with neighbors. Aunt Pop Hughey appears in multiple gatherings. A fall for John Haley’s mother causes bruising. the Walkers plan a California move for health reasons.

Pine Valley John Allison Pleasant Hill Pop” Hughey John Hughey Serra Joseph Johnson Oral Virgil Clinton Charles M. ‘Walker Washington Walker California

Local Social Notes From Corning and Surrounding Areas

Miss Clara Molloy visited Washington Sunday while T. Carrico attended Montgomery and Allie Kellett was in Washington on Saturday. The Misses Margaret and N. O Connor returned to their home in Eaglesville Saturday after visiting.

Fanning Family News From Local Visits and Moves

Several weeks visit with their grandmother Mrs Margaret Fanning. Joseph Reilly made a business trip to Loosootee Thursday. A large crowd attended the dance Tuesday night. William Kellett and sister Miss Bridget Kellett were at Loogootee Saturday. Allie Williams and family moved from Whitfield to the Hannah Walsh farm. Bridget Fanning returned home at Montgomery Saturday after visiting Miss Mary Reilly. Estella Fanning returned home after visiting Mrs E T O Conner near Raglesville.

Margaret Fanning Joseph Reilly Loosootee Wiliam Kellett Bridget Kellett Loogootee Allie Williams Whitfield Hannah i Walsh Bridget Fanning Montgomery Mary Reilly Estella Fanning E. T. O’conner Raglesville

Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy Ad

One good medicine for every family especially in summer. Chamberlains remedy costs a quarter and is sold by all dealers. It is almost certain to be needed and you should not be without it.

Chamberlain Ces Eee Eee Eae Sige Cess Eter

Classified Ads Blend of Jobs Lost and Local Notices

Salesman Wanted calls for young men to sell in exclusive territory with perks and weekend hours. Veterinary Surgeon Dr. Floyd Gilliatt opens Plainville office and provides prompt calls. Cemetery cleaning meeting set for Bethany cemetery on June 13. Majestic range and folding bed for sale with phone details. Lost glasses between Washington and Hyatts stations. Dog tax due June 10 1911 in Washington township.

West Main Street Floyd Gilliatt Farmers Bank Plainville Grant Keith Washington Township Rodewth

Our Big Sale Continues

A brisk rush of shoppers fills stores as bargain prices stay as advertised. The notice urges customers to visit for summer buying at minimal cost, stressing ongoing low prices.

Ladies Suits and Coats Flash Sale at Reduced Prices

A newspaper notice outlines drastic reductions in ladies ready to wear including a 33 1-3 percent slash on all suits and coats. It promotes spring prices on suits jackets long coats and tub silks plus a wide silk selection and discounted towels and fabrics.

Jmove

Men and Boys Clothing Sale Notice

A store reports protests by salesmen over a cut in the suit department while defending fresh stock and strong turnover. The ad touts the Pile of Style and Majestic lines with all summer suits and two piece suits, men's trousers, boys wash pants, and hats priced at $1.50 to $2.00.

Sule

Boots and Shoes Advertisement Highlights

Local dealers promote Hamilton Brown Shoes with multiple Oxford styles priced from 2.50 to 4.00. Special lots for boys and men offered at 1 to 4.00 and a sale on women's shoes in natro widths. Extra special at 2.30 with a broad selection to fit foot sizes and needs.

Hamilton-Brown

Glove Store Ad Describes Deep Discounts and Prices

An old ad notes price cuts in a glove department with items such as kid gloves at 3.50, 1.50, and 1.00 dollars, silk gloves at 1.50 and 1.00, and lisle gloves at 0.8 dollars. It frames the sale as profits erased and emphasizes select button counts and materials.

Iwiese C.e

Unclear fragment outlines textile pricing and pie supply note

The text is a garbled OCR fragment mentioning muslins unbleached and bleached yard prices and advertising terms for fabrics and pies, with incomplete phrases and numbers. It lacks coherent events or identities to form a full news item.

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