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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1909
Page
4
The Washington Gazette weekly edition of The Gazette and Herald, published by The Gazette and Mercury company, appears in Saturday March 18, 1909 issue. The brief notice identifies the paper as a public newspaper edition with standard masthead phrasing.
A Indianapolis editor questions Senator Stotsenburg's bail bill dubbed the rich criminal law. The piece argues the measure mirrors federal practice, contends it may unfairly favor the wealthy, and challenges the notion that law can level class disparities. It asserts wealth shapes justice and vows inherent inequalities remain.
Rumor swirls around the failed bill by Senator McCarty of Clinton and Carroll to appoint medical boards to inspect school houses and ensure sanitary standards while focusing attention on children’s wealth. Democrats reportedly balked after McCarty rejected the party temperance plank and allied with Republicans on the county option issue.
The Elkhart edition comments on Maine policy shifts, McCarthy era concerns, and a heated Indiana row over appointing the state house custodian. It condemns Governor Marshall’s threats to appoint with military aid, noting historic cross-party tolerance of custodian appointments and warning of public ridicule if the dispute persists.
The piece criticizes a proposed Star Spangled Banner bill urging school performances on specific occasions. It argues enforced patriotism resembles compelled religion, unlikely to produce true love of country. It cites Abraham Lingo’s view that education, not laws, must cultivate virtue and patriotism.
Fragmentary report notes a clash over who should appoint the state house custodian. The Democrat argues the governor must appoint, asserting executive right and state governance centrality. The piece recalls a 1806 shift removing this power from the governor and its unclear restoration.
Amendments attempt to bar officers of first through third class cities from immediate reelection due to governor objections. Fourth and fifth class city officers may seek another term. Mayor Russell of Washington and Mayor Greene of Vincennes could seek reelection, as could any other city or Vincennes officer.
The governor denounces a proposed state house custodian appointment as overreaching, claiming the governor should appoint by law while hinting at National Guard involvement if needed. He decries the Republican custodian as ineffective after two months in office.
It suggests Ukely may gain another nomination as Democrats shape the issue. The writer implies the Democratic preference drives the party’s stance, presenting the idea as self evident within the local political discourse.
Democratic commentary argues William Jennings Bryan attracted crowds but failed to inspire trust. It compares him to Barnum and Beee with flights of rhetoric while claiming his influence fostered class unrest and socialism, warning he divides the people and harms governance.
President Taft criticizes the simplified spelling trend, advocating a return to traditional spelling. He argues reforms in spelling, like other reforms, must come by evolution rather than forceful ukases or statutes.
In a editorial voice the piece mocks Republican ward bosses and saloon voters, arguing they will not spend as much energy as in the past to secure votes. It claims the county’s offices have depended on Democratic saloon support, highlighting a history of party influence.
A historical county memory recalls saloon men as the organizing force of Davis County Democrats, shaping victories in local races. They backed most Democratic nominees, defeated prosecutor candidate Arthur H. Greenwood for signing against saloons, and pressured nominees to endorse brewer-written platforms at the state convention.
A new law abolishes the office of city treasurer in cities that are county seats. In such cities the county treasurer will assume the duties, making Washington no longer have a separate city treasurer.
The article rebukes Congressman Barnhart from the Thirteenth District for accepting full salary during a vacancy after his predecessor Brick died. It contrasts his stance on economy with his personal gain of $5,000 for eight months while not serving the government, accusing reformers of hypocrisy. It also notes criticism about Sullivan real estate values declining after a dry town policy, questioning whether values were ever real.
The piece questions the need for a confidential legal clerk at 3600 a year even as Governor Marshall pledges reform. It endorses Burt New of North Vernon as a strong fit, noting New is a capable lawyer and affable Democrat with broad, non narrow support.
The Fort Wayne News argues Indiana Republicans deserve no consideration from the national Republican administration. It condemns the party for chasing an irrelevant issue to broaden campaign appeal, saying such imbecility warrants loss and repentance.
The piece argues remaining saloons should rename themselves to curb the national aversion to drinking. It notes the Indiana law allows excluding saloons from areas by vote or remonstrance, but is not a prohibition. The rule targets public drinking places, not private consumption.
Champ Clark, newly named Democratic leader in the House, faces Uncle Joe Cannon in a sharp party leadership clash. Clark, a southern champion of defense of political fights, begins his term with resolve as he navigates intra party disputes.
The piece discusses a controversial reconstructed stanza about the Monon Wreck attributed to Jhodes B. Elmore and questioned as misattributed. It notes Indiana poets and editors debating authorship and highlights a new law imposing fines and imprisonment for intoxicated drivers, linking to automobile accidents caused by drunkenness.
Fort Wayne News questions whether the Indiana Democrats can fulfill a party pledge. The piece cites alleged promises and plarges from the democratic state platform. Party leaders Witolly and Snehsure are noted as being unable to rally sufficient support to pass the bill.
The article accuses Indiana House Democrats of claiming economy by appropriating 115,00 for session expenses and then adding 22,000 at session end to meet costs. It argues the so called economy is illusory and on paper only.
Between March first and May first claimants must file sworn affidavits for mortgage exemptions with the county auditor. Each person can claim only 700 dollars per deduction, and only one claim per mortgage. If spouses own property jointly they may each claim up to 700 dollars tied to their real estate encumbered by mortgage. Attorneys may act as agents. the township assessor cannot swear affidavits. Duplicate filings are needed for mortgages held outside the county but within the state, and net mortgage amounts after paid deductions determine eligibility. in all cases deduction cannot exceed half the assessed real estate value if the mortgage is greater than the property value. For example a 4200 dollar property with 800 dollar mortgage yields 400 dollars deducted.
A man named James Blair, a laborer from southeast of BFSfin Center township, sues the railroad for an injury. Attorneys Flavian A. Seal and Frank Be Gilkinson represent the plaintiff. The filing is dated March 12 and notes a hip injury alleged in the complaint.
Blair revived his damage suit against Sthd B. and O. Southwestern Railroad for injuries from a 1906 trestle incident near New Albany. He alleges a dilapidated wheelbarrow and a faulty track caused a 30 foot fall, injuring his wrist neck and back and impairing memory. He claims attorney Faber Gwin defrauded him in a prior settlement, seeking final judgment for 3985.
About 150 people attended a March 3 event at McCracken School honoring teacher W A Grannon. Trustees Drew and Mrs Drew hosted a program featuring songs, dramatic pieces, and school pupils performances with Morgan and Buckley schools arriving for the event.
Edgar Feagans' Barr township school closed Friday with a noon luncheon baskets and a sump t ous dinner spread provided by patrons. A spelling match and an engaging program concluded the farewell exercises.
The Free Christian church names Tré Rev. W. BL. Morrig of Vincennes as pastor, succeeding Rev. H. A. Turney who resigned to take a pastorate in Evansville.
A fragmentary report notes that the racket reduction discussion or action proceeds at a site labeled wet 13a with unclear timing and participants. It preserves the fragmentary status and mentions ongoing efforts without detailing names or outcomes.
The Greengate clerk on Wednesday issued a marriage license to Alonap Joli of Odon and Agnes Gilbreath of Newberry in a small, unusual ceremony.
A brief notice indicates a continuing sale on racket goods at a local shop. Readable text mentions discounts and limited stock as shoppers explore the display.
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