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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1909
Page
4
The Gazette and M iecala company publish a weekly edition dated Saturday March 6 1909 featuring public news items and notices from the Gasetse and Hereld region.
Taft assumes the presidency amid favorable conditions and promises of renewed industry. He enjoys national trust, assures the public there is no menace, and is praised for calm demeanor and substantial governmental experience.
A Fort Wayne News commentary urges county voters to defend prohibition after Daviess County goes dry. It warns that closing saloons may shift crime to illicit sale and urges citizen vigilance, fundraising, and enforcement to prevent worse evils and maintain sobriety.
The text argues against forming an independent ticket this fall insisting that public officers must be accountable to established political organizations and that independent candidates would be frauds. It warns that a new party would not curb liquor law enforcement and criticizes efforts to split from current party alignments.
The writer argues for strict enforcement of the law and cautions against offering political opportunities to those lacking judgment. He stresses that only men of cool judgment who enforce the law should be trusted for executive or legislative offices, warning against corrupt or indiscreet candidates.
A Lafayette Journal piece argues against boycott as a weapon in saloon politics. It praises fair trade and urges union supporters to back friends of labor while warning against organized boycotts that threaten honest business. The piece notes differing opinions on temperance and saloon policy and calls for restraint.
A garbled summary of political tension over saloons and dry policy in Daviess County. The text critiques lawmakers and the governor for tax policy shifts and a feared powerful political machine. It mentions accountants, legislation, and fiscal concerns trailing through Indiana politics.
The text argues the bill was driven by partisanship rather than merit, accusing Democrats of insincerity in opposing new offices and boards. It suggests the bill would make a costly, nearly useless state board system, highlighting pre election rhetoric over substantive reform.
The text argues the Coopers could be acquitted in Senator Carmack's murder only if the jury is ignorant. It claims there is no defense and insists the killing was an assassination. It contends honest and intelligent jurors would convict and they would face the gallows.
In Howard County supporters praised John W Kern but Kokomo voted wet while Daviess County ten townships stayed dry. The article accuses Kern of being a tool of Taggart and brewers and notes his defeat over his alleged whining. It also cites Indiana’s Republican delegation reduced to Beveridge Crumpacker and Barnard after Hanly's influence.
The Linton Citizen accuses Governor Marsnall of winning office under false pretenses, claiming sixty thousand liberal Republicans were swindled and that the Democratic Party was victimized. The piece suggests Democrats will struggle to shed Marsnall, contrasted with Republicans.
In Elkhart and Vincennes columns observers condemn Billy Sunday revivals and defend temperance, noting Republican badge lore in Linton, horsewhipping incidents, and a broad critique of saloon culture. Letters argue open saloons threaten communities while voters support reform and question liquor policies.
Marshall county voters opted for prohibition on Thursday as temperance democrats led a marching protest against line saloons. however details on turnout and outcomes remain unclear due to fragmented OCR text.
In a close house vote the county option repeal teeters as Democrats rally to their candidate pledged to repeal the law. A temperance Democrat shows strong moral stance when party not involved, but shifts when party stakes arise, as the election count approaches.
The Linton Citizen notes continued Democratic efforts in the general assembly to steer the state back toward Republican control. The letter questions any platform pledges being enacted and calls for moving the national capital to Indiana. The writer predicts fine weather for inauguration day as Hoosiers pledge support.
The Northern Indiana newspaper notes ex Governor J Frank Hanly would run for the United States Senate when a candidate is to be chosen, unless Republican sentiment reverses in Indiana. It suggests Bryan and Hanly profit from lecture circuits and that Bloomfield and Linton anxieties frame the political mood.
A Washington Herald note praises disagreement as a driver of clear thinking. It argues honest differences sharpen wits, help expose ideas, and prevent worn-out fallacies from dominating belief.
Clerks and residents such as Leo Williams Michael Lundergan and Lew Harris travel to Washington. Several deaths and illnesses noted including John Cahill near Cannerburg and Mrs Cora Wilson of Washington. Religious notices: Rev M L Mobley protracted meeting at U B church March 8 and Rev L L Seaconver held quarterly meeting. Visits from Terre Haute and Sugarland residents recorded with various trips to Washington and surrounding towns.
Fragmented OCR notes indicate a Kentucky area report mentioning Padiseah Paducah? and Helen Brewer visiting parents Mrs George Rudolph. A late school year end at Barr township is described with terms about high school durations in Cannelburg and surrounding township schools.
Mr and Mrs James Edwards return from a walk in Baghdeville Mias relatives Sarah Willey home from Princeton in dental business visits with friends Jacob Stevenson from Indianapolis guests of Perry Singleton Daisy Edwards visits Washington relatives George Hughey Possum Hollow spends Sunday with O B Wallace and E A Ragsdale visits William Ragsdale James Hill moves from Jon Monger farm to Paris Johnson farm Mrs Johnson to Louisville Kentucky Elmer Edwards of Sandy Hook living with James Edwards Emory Lett injured knocked from a wagon will be out in a few days Stanton Barber to move saw mill to Joan M Peek farm Peek to rebuild home soon
Sister Mary Josephine Healy a native of Barr township died Friday morning in Denver Colorado after a long illness. She became a Mercy sister twenty five years ago in St Louis and served in Denver for about twenty three years. She leaves brother Patrick Healy of Washington and sisters Marian Martha Healy of Washington and Mrs Mary Jacobson of Montgomery. Funeral set for Saturday at 9:30 a.m. with burial in Denver.
Business is increasing as spring nears with warm sun improving roads and enabling hauling. Public sales spread across the county and preparations for summer activities are underway. Local hardware dealers report strong sales of farming implements and a hopeful trade outlook. Cars and houses begin to take shape amid improving conditions.
A decision on the Cooper ditch project is postponed to after a site visit next Tuesday. Tuesday's hearing featured testimony from petitioners led by Grant Faith and objectors represented by T R Sears. Regulators warned the Bowman Hitch outlet is overworked and additional water would damage lands.
The seed corn train will travel through eastern counties visiting landowners and farmers to discuss improved varieties and planting plans. Officials urge farmers to attend locally for demonstrations and guidance.
An exhibition train from the E I and T H lines with five Purdue Agricultural Extension experts will tour Indiana. Stops include Cory Saline City Clay City Coal City Elliston Newberry Buagra Plainville Washington Petersburg Oakland City with 7 45 pm evening meeting. The aim is to educate landowners and farmers in city and county about corn cultivation and soil development.
Richard Grove of Epsom was fined in circuit court Friday on two charges. An assault and battery charge resulted in a $3 fine plus costs, while a separate intoxication charge carried a $2 fine plus costs. He pled guilty to both offenses and paid the fines.
William Greenwood departed this afternoon for his home in Solomon Kansas after visiting here with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Greenwood.
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