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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1870
Page
2
The piece discusses Marcel's stance on Republican bonds and the 13th section of the platform. It reports rising monthly receipts from journal revenue and customs and outlines expenditures, with five and a half million for new pensions. It mentions Miss Florence and General Twiggs swords dispute and references Utah politics and Reconstruction era issues.
An article by Dudley questions how the Board of County Commissioners uses public funds. It cites high bids for the County Asylum, Sheriff fees, and self‑awarded spectator allowances during a railroad injunction trial. The piece blames the Democratic party for tax increases and county financial strain.
The Indianapolis Journal notes steady progress on the North and South Railway from Lake Michigan to the Gulf. From the bio river to New Orleans a line is expected to form, with Alabama’s route named Alabama South and North Railway. The project spans Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Alabama, adjourning mineral districts and coal belts as construction begins, despite partial operations and grading along segments.
A fragmentary letter discusses Republican strategy in a district contest. It argues for unity behind a strong candidate, cites Col. Allen and Deluler as potential nominees, and notes opposition to personal prejudice and factionalism while aiming to secure victory in the district.
A concerned tax payer in Daviess County writes the Gazette objecting to Board of Commissioners actions. He questions mileage allowances, delinquent tax collection fees, payments to McCaderty and others, and seeks a full explanation of how allowances were approved at the last session. He warns the county could face financial strain if current officials retain power.
Minutes from a city meeting discuss adjournment and a report on the treatment of stock disease. Charles Wade is noted for his expertise on horse care and farming references. Physicians' prescriptions and compounding mentioned for day and night use.
The assembled group debated horse feeding methods and clay or ashes usage, with Dr. Smith opposing such additives. Experts such as Mr. Dunlap supported experience based care while others urged cautious experimentation. The discussion also touched on crop cultivation practices including corn and potato growing and ploughing methods.
A garbled advertisement column promotes a supposed cure for consumption asthma bronchitis and other ailments. It warns of counterfeit tonics and urges readers to seek Dr John Bulls or Smiths Tonic Syrup with private stamps on bottles. The piece mixes dates names and locations, reflecting era ad scams and public notices.
A garbled text fragment appears to authorize a stated action related to a race or service. Names and dates are unclear, with missing context. The legible parts mention a decision by an American or related authority and reference to a location or event, but details remain obscured.
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