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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1903
Page
2
Indianapolis reports say Mayor Bookwalter faced ministers, rebutting claims of city gambling. Republicans hail the exchange as bolstering support and election prospects. Other notes include St Louis fair planning by Indiana, prison reform board setup, and brief notices from Columbus and Goshen.
The Liberty Indiana post office was entered by a five to eight man gang. They blew open the vault with nitroglycerin and stole a small amount of stamps and change while guards watched and a wagon patrolled nearby. Also in Laurel burglars entered four stores and a saloon, netting about $40 in cash.
Washington veteran Mr Price Stafford recalls severe back and kidney pain after army service. He credits Doan's Kidney Pills from Hoosier drug store for relief, stating he slept better and had no kidney secretion issues. Foster-Wilburn Co. sells the pills in Buffalo with Doan's as the sole name to remember.
An advertisement from G Stompr Market 110 Main Street offers meat selections with emphasis on juiciness and tenderness. It invites customers to state their preference and promises customized cuts while advertising cleanliness as a motto.
Indianapolis June 23 without a settlement of the Bedford stone quarry strike the construction on the new federal building may halt by Saturday a small gang of bricklayers is to be dissolved as supply stops and negotiations on the strike failed Superintendent EB Strathmann said a settlement seemed near but talks collapsed Mishawaka June 28 pastor denounces saloons that ignore law and returns pew money from a saloon keeper Colfax June 23 a wealthy landowner is trampled by a high spirited horse and left unconscious Logansport June 23 police vow to close all winerooms after indictments. seventeen gamblers arrested. statewide music teachers convention opens in Richmond with concerts
A genteel local spot invites families and friends for a cool evening. It offers sods and creams praised for purity and quality, promising a pleasant outing for wives and ladies at 808 East Main Street.
An advertisement urges women to try American Steam Laundry at 421 E Main for hand washing and ironing of shirt waists delivering a clean white look. The service emphasizes hand work and a weekly promotional push via phone contact at 99.
The jeweler and optician Gro N Excert at 305 East Main street invites customers to discuss watch choices and prices before deciding. The ad promises fair deals and trade offers, urging shoppers to visit today and tomorrow.
An ad extols Pabst bottle beer as ideal for hot weather boosting strength health and vigor improving appetite and aiding sleep. Sold only by Addie Dillard Meredith House Barr.
Advertisement notes affordable baby carriages from $8.50 to 25. F B Fornwald at 210 Main street promises sturdy but lightweight frames and comfortable rides for infants. Also a display of new wallpaper designs, books, novels, stationery, and office supplies from Mrs. E Rickard at 112 East Main street inviting public interest.
Washington June 23. Fourth Assistant Postmaster Bristow investigates a California firm Postal Levice and Improvement Co for selling 17000 mail hour devices at high profit. Former Rep Loud of California allegedly pressured for the contract while claiming no personal stake. Unclear impact on free delivery funds and two Lorenz cases near Washington are noted.
The grand jury indicted August W. Machen and Dil ler B. Groff with Samuel A. Groff George E. Lorens and Martha J. Lorenz for conspiracy to defraud the government. Twelve counts allege similar fraud schemes connected to the free delivery and other posts, with Lorenz cited as a go between. The case cites a $10,000 penalty or two years imprisonment per count, and follows prior indictments against Machen and the Groffs. Postmaster General Payne said no charges were filed against higher officers, and a broader probe was not planned. A plea for James Metcalf, dismissed from the post office, was pressed upon Roosevelt by Wilt Reverts, a longtime associate.
A local grocer at 12 14 East Main Street promotes a full line of the best and freshest groceries with prices designed to fit the shopper's budget. The notice emphasizes good aim and sure judgment in meeting customer needs.
Claude won the Frontier derby at Detroit with Sir Gallant second and Bank Street third. A Cole pension Co wreck killed two trainmen and two tramps. Freight strikers in Kansas City faced blacklisting and no arbitration. A prison clash at Colorado star penitentiary left one convict shot and another fatally wounded. A Russian court and ministry report deny a life threat and claim.
A farm ers drug store advertises its focus on prescription dispensing and long term dedication to professional practice. Louis F. Hunemeier promotes expert druggistry and personalized service.
An ad notes reading difficulty at night and offers glasses corrected by a modern method at Jepson's on Main street. It also promotes Dr. Fowler's Extract of Wild Strawberry to prevent stomach illnesses and summer complaints.
William Jennings Bryan spoke on Value of an Ideal at the Lafayette Chatauqua closing event. A formal reception followed at the Lahr House where Bryan was greeted by many friends.
Washington society notes say Miss Bess Mack, a popular city socialite, will visit soon as she prepares to move to Princeton to reside there in the future. Highlights include Mr and Mrs Charles Berens tenth wedding anniversary with supper and a Masons social, plus Mildred Whetsell’s planned birthday party for her young friends.
A short note advertises a beer that refreshes without hurting digestion and promotes prefect sleep and health. The shop, Joe Gordon's Place at 218 East, offers pitches and cigars in stock.
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