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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 02, 1900

Page

3

Democrats Name City Ward Committees For City Campaign

The Democrats met in different wards on Saturday night and chose three delegates from each ward to form the City Central Committee for the upcoming city campaign. Ward picks include J W Ordon Joseph Gordon and S C Ekridge in Ward 1. A J Dant Henry Backus and Andraw Rasster in Ward 2. James Tivgan Martt Mahdubach and Charles Naglo in Ward 3. and Pine fan Tad Jawngr wrh Bitch Wwutaley in Ward 4. The committees meet Tuesday night at the Knights of Py ax in the Heath building to finalize details and elect officers. The Money Of Ss B Boyd and JW Opdun have been mentioned as potential candidates or supporters.

J. W. Ordon Josephi Gordon S.C. Ekridge A. J. ‘Dant Heary Backus Andraw Rasstér James Tivgan Martt Mahdubach Charles Naglo Joba Wordary Pine Fan Tad Isuph Keifer Te Walford Knights of Py’ Ax Ebarrnnais Seurenary Guster Dovedl Tnkutwa Ss. B. Boyd JW. Opdun

Mitchell Ladies Aim to Close Saloons in March

Temperance activists in Mitchell plan a vigorous remonstrance drive at the March term of the commissioners court. They will use a Supreme Court ruling allowing supporters to sign remonstrances, enabling clerks to draft many petitions daily, to curb saloon licenses and reshape Mitchell’s image away from thirsty town comparisons.

Mitchell Supreme ‘Court Waterville Thirstyburg

Old Poll Barnett Nearing Death in Linton

The long known Polly Barnett is reported dying at the home of Mrs. Elgina Cook on West Washington Street. The demented wanderer, famed for years in the region as a queer character, has endured isolation and charity-supported existence, often accompanied by a loyal black dog.

Polly Barnett Elgina Cook Washington Street Saya Caila Gohiy

Dan Rice Dies in New Jersey at Seventeen

Veteran clown Dan Rice aged 17 died at Long Branch New Jersey on Thursday night. He was famed as a public figure with a life of fortunes and losses and was writing his autobiography at his death. Born Daniel McLarin he used the stage name Dan Rice.

Dan Rice Ireus Long ‘Branch NJ Daniel McLarin Cal Ithe Cestappolite Congress

War era donation tale inspires Erie troops memory

Fragmentary relic recounts a loyal union supporter who urged aid for wounded soldiers and their families. It mentions ships seized by Gen. Montt in a Texas incident and a $32,000 award, tying local Erie veterans to a historic public memorial and private charity efforts.

Union Erie Lincoln Sip Ives Texas

Fragmented Pulpit Reflections and Local Church Growth

Disjointed notes quote Rev Eb Gordy on spiritual image and God’s ownership. Mentions Rev Ukley at a Houston church and Rev Gordy at First Baptist in Ville, noting revival progress, church growth, and a new church valued at $1,500. Also references Doan's Ointment for eczema with limited relief.

Eb Gordy Billy Tering

Willig Harley Sues Southern Indiana Railway

Willig T Harley sues Southern Indiana Railway for 7000 damages claiming workmen taunted him as he rode a train car near Elnera. He alleges a hand guard and Barley were thrown from track injuring his leg and collarbone. Damages include medical costs and pain. The case cites train pushing into Bluora with no byroad access cited.

Milliam Elnera Southern Indigow Railwy Coutl Tim Pep Batley

Train wreck over Waka River bridge at Terre Haute kills Whitman

A Big Four freight train No 6 struck the western span of the Waka River bridge at Terre Haute Friday afternoon. Conductor Whitman and brakeman Whitman were fatally injured. engineer Henry Adams survived. The wreck sent cars into the river and caused extensive freight loss.

John Whiten Waka Terré Haute Jtretpan Daniel Idddll O Whitman Falcon St. Anthony Hospital Dell Whitman Anjare Whiteman Henry Adams

Gushing Oil Strike At Gibson Farm In Indiana

A report from Loogootee and Logcoorety Indiana describes a spectacular oil gusher at Gibson Farm near Martin County. The flow is described as immense with records broken and oil pouring steadily, with estimates of extremely high output and a notable land claim tied to the Loogootee Prospect network.

Ind Rajoici Gibson Amie Loogootee

Doan's Kidney Pills Back Patient's Kidney Help

An elderly reader praises Doan's Kidney Pills for relief from kidney pain and miseries. She recounts husband purchasing them at the local store and claims the remedy restored balance and stopped further attacks. The letter endorses the product and urges others with kidney trouble to try it.

Idkidneys Eukeir Nabington B. Shirlay Bousier Orig Dean’s Dhave Doan

Hesling Baleanil and the Norwayipike virtues

Fragmentary OCR notes discuss reliance on Dr Wood's Norwich lectures and a claim that virtues of the Norwayipike are concentrated. The readable text hints at a medical or herbal context and references to lectures and a figure named Wood.

Dr. Wood

Barrett Law Ruling Questions Street Improvement Bonds

Judge Hubbard in South Bend declares the Barrett street improvement law invalid for statewide bond issuance. Assessments previously based on front footage must reflect benefits received, aligning with U S Supreme Court views in Norwood v Baker. The decision could impact millions in bonds held nationwide and future city projects.

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