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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 03, 1903
Page
4
The Democrat newspaper recounts a change of stance on Representative Hastings after criticizing him for opposing a bill aimed at forcing tax dodgers to pay. It suggests critics now concede a mistake while noting working taxpayers may back Hastings for opposing monopolies and corporations.
The piece argues against politicizing the electric light plant and replacing capable trustees with inexperienced ward healers. It opposes city council actions seen as bowing to Washington interests, urging voters to resist. It discusses the Water Company seeking 830,000 in damages over Hawkins Creek drainage and questions further liability beyond last year's water use and a contract sum of 2,507.
Readers report the Hastings anti gambling bill passed the house amid debate with gamblers and editors voicing opposition. Supporters say it empowers officers to enforce the law and urges swift senate action to avoid delaying enforcement.
The Vincennes Commercial endorses Representative Hastings for introducing a bold bill against gamblers. It criticizes the Herald for sneering at Hastings while praising the measure as a step in the right direction. It asserts the Daviess county lawmakers deserve public confidence and will stay in the State House.
Sunday night Rev. M. B. Hyde of Indianapolis preached on gambling inspired by the Hastings gambling bill. He argued the law would empower peace officers to raid gambling rooms and insisted gambling ruins families and communities. The sermon noted laxity of officers and cited opposition to Hastings by gamblers from across the state. Also mentions a birth and the Shirley shoe factory moving to Enid Oklahoma as local notes.
The large T. B. Laycock furniture factory in Indianapolis plans new buildings in Brookside park and will rent the current plant to small manufacturers while expanding operations. The firm, among Indiana's largest, employs nearly a thousand workers and recently issued 100000 dollars in stock. Laycock, a former Washington resident, moved to Indianapolis to manufacture bed springs and has since achieved notable success.
Fearful odds against him describe J. J. Havens of Versailles Ohio an old soldier bedridden with kidney disease. He found relief after using Electric Bitters and claims recovery. The ad touts Electric Bitters as best for liver kidney and digestive issues and notes a 50 cent price and druggist guarantee.
column summarizes old warnings about pneumonia risks from colds and claims Foley s Honey and Tar can stop coughs and strengthen lungs while other tonics promise cures for stomach and kidney complaints. Mentions products from Smith & Winton and Clapps Drug Store with anecdotal testimonials.
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