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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1908
Page
7
The ad proclaims Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as time tested for thirty five years with universal efficacy in coughs and colds. It claims absolute purity and a money back guarantee if not satisfying, urging consumers to buy to obtain the remedy's virtues and reliable reputation.
City council debates a one day clean up order for property abutting lots and a disposal site for garbage. Mayor Russell appoints Orion Peek as relief fireman. new staffing eases weekly duty load and improves fire protection.
Cadensburg’s existing school building will be repurposed as a township high school next term. The facility will undergo summer repairs but no modern appliances will be added. A principal will be employed to oversee the new school.
Bays quotes attorney Thomas Sears observing Lafayette students and visiting Purdue. he remarks on student headgear as freakish and outlandish, saying the display could rival an insane asylum. The comment captures charged reaction to campus style during a recent trip.
Mrs. Helena Taraba, 26, suffered a fatal fall from a Grace Hospital second story window in Chicago. Overcome by nervous prostration, she died from a crushed head injury sustained at the hospital this morning.
In St Louis on April 28 a pistol duel between detectives and John Ryan of Chicago left his ally Will Ryan fatally wounded. After the shooting, Will Ryan leaped from the Eads bridge and escaped pursuit.
Wesley Wallace a farm shorer near Harmony Indiana is dead after a confrontation with Mrs Aiken's brother who attacked Wallace following an insult to Mrs Aiken. The shooting occurred in Harmony on April 28 as the altercation escalated resulting in Wallace's death.
An 81 year old merchant, Hugh Beteeon of Nobleaville and Hamilton County, died this morning. He leaves a widow and four children. Funeral arrangements to be announced by his family.
A severe wind storm and hail struck Indiana Monday night causing heavy property damage and crop losses. No deaths reported though livestock slaughter and livestock losses were noted. Spring work halted by cold, rain, and storm with some roof and fence damage reported in several counties. Daviess County spared significant damage amid the unsettled weather.
The Vincennes Commercial reports citizens of Monroe City Harrison township and nearby towns pursue an interurban line to Vincennes including Monroe City Frichton Wheatland and Washington. Promoters promise a built road with cars running soon and offer stock without payment if not built. Postmaster George Shugert and Charles W Burnett surveyed business leaders and noted strong local stock interest.
A burglar broke into the B I freight office Monday night damaging a door panel. A shoe polish box was bent into, but the thief escaped with no clear loot and police started an investigation.
After the Raycraft hotel incident in Vincennes, owners reported a horse and buggy stolen by two men described as negroes. Police located the outfit behind the Raycraft saloon, arresting Barber and Patterson, who confessed to borrowing the rig while drunk and failing to return it. Captain Adams later transported them to Vincennes on train 5.
Lelia Crooks sues Charles Crooks for divorce in Daviess circuit court Padgett Hadgett filed Tuesday alleging abandonment and failure to provide The couple wed November 15 1902 at Carelton Missouri separated July 6 1905 Crooks listed as a teamster A separate action from Knox county transfers to Daviess with Mason J Niblack of Vincennes as plaintiff Albert Strattman as defendant tenancy ended last February and Niblack seeks 3000 in damages for alleged eviction delays
Dr H E Lane heads Kosmos Hygienic Institute facing a complaint from Arthur R Rockert who says hospital patients parade the roof in only fresh air. Rockert objects to visitors at his home fearing his guests may see the flimsy garments and his nervous collapse.
Edmund Haynes, a would-be recruit in New York, leaped through a closed window during a late night incident at the East 34th Street recruiting office. He fell fifteen feet into a basement and suffered a severe head injury and body contusions. recovery is doubtful. Corporal Robert Phillips and Private Samuel Payne were sleeping nearby when the event occurred.
LaPorte Indiana April 28 a fire destroyed the country home of Mrs Belle Gunnerson. She and three children Myrtle eleven Lucy nine and Pip five are missing. An employee Joe Maswell barely escaped. Mystery surrounds the blaze with reports of harassment by men toward Mrs Gummerman and officers search for possible bodies.
The popularity of Republican nominee James E. Watson for governor is shown by growing speech requests. State committee headquarters will route requests to William Hays of Sullivan who will lead the speakers bureau. Hayes starts July 1 and the itinerary aims to cover Indiana from mid September, with Watson canvassing for three months prior to the formal campaign.
Mr and Mrs James Singleton visited neighbors Sunday. Mr and Mrs John Willey of Pike County visited Joseph Willey Sunday. O B Wallace visited George Huey at Possum Hollow Sunday. Pearl Hill hosted several local youths Saturday night. Walter Morgan of Washington and Walter Gregory visited Emery Lett Sunday. Edward Horrall Perry Singleton and Jessie Beasley of Washington were guests of Arilla Lett Sunday.
A New York report notes Valparaiso trades show long delays with letters taking 70 to 80 days for replies and orders taking five to six months to complete. The article compares it with faster European commerce and highlights slow international business response times.
Willis Cole, described as a destitute man, buried his dead infant in a vacant lot after a prayer. Police investigate possible foul play as no physician attended the child and no permit was recorded.
Cleveland city council approves a three cent fare. About 500000 riders enjoy free service today in celebration. Mayor Tom Johnson, credited with pushing the reform, leads the event noting the achievement.
In Findlay on an April morning a boy named William Rose swallowed a butterfly while riding a bicycle. He became ill for several hours until a doctor administered an emetic and the insect passed from his stomach as he vomited.
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