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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Mar 09, 1897

Page

2

County Board Handles Liquor Remonstrance and Street Car Fare Debate

Local officials convened to hear a liquor remonstrance petition and discuss the streetcar fare bill. The board examined the remonstrance filing, ownership groups including George F. Watges and RB C. Davis, and set future steps for the case.

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Destructive Flood Ravages City As Water Reaches Streets

A severe flood covers Main Street and low-lying areas with several feet of water. Homes, factories, and utilities suffer damage while streets and rail tracks remain submerged. estimates place damage between 40 000 and 50 000 dollars and city services face outages. Local rescue efforts continue with skiffs aiding residents and crews assessing repairs.

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Local Notes From Alfordsville And Surrounding Areas

Alfordsville and nearby towns report routine visits, family travels, and community events. Residents include Lon Williams of Waco and Jake Raney of Washington. Rev C is conducting meetings at Mount Neb. A Miss Liz Gil and Prof George Wis are organizing a library drive. A child contracts diphtheria. a fire injures none.

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Complaint filed seeking removal of County Superintendent Wallace

A complaint filed with the aid of Commissioners charges misconduct by County Superintendent W. A. Wallace and seeks his removal. Plaintiffs James A Thosop and James Alleg claim he abandoned office to pursue private ventures, acted as agent for unnamed principals, sold textbooks and furniture to township Trustees for profit, and request a formal, specific charge review. Attorneys indicate readiness for investigation. hearings to be scheduled.

W. A. Wallace James A. Thosop James Alleg Atc Sara Board of Commissioners Numbe Apts Dereahde Plaistits A. SP Tris Avallsae Will A Hastinga & Fer Billheimer& Dowiey

Wife Sues Railway Over Husband's Death for 10000 Damages

Mrs. Frank Paterson sues the B and C Railway Co in circuit court for 10000 damages after her husband, a section hand, died following an incident where a car bumped and ran over his leg while he was repairing a tail wheel shelter. The suit alleges warning was given about approaching cars and no negligence by the company. Judge Tharp and Spiegnusel represent the plaintiff.

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