Manager Gunkle Resigns as Four Operators Strike Resume
The Home Telephone company in Washington faced internal strife Wednesday with four operators striking over pay. Two operators returned after talks, while the rest remain on the payroll. Manager Gunkle resigned amid disputes with officials and Supt. Yoder of Northern Construction took charge until a new manager is chosen. The dispute includes alleged unfair treatment and shipping practices affecting service to about thirty houses.
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Home
Cigls
Ccmpleyes
Gunkle
Matager
Yoder
Northern Construction Company
Washington Pysteim
Vincennes
Washington
Mel
Gunkie Sees Big Dividends Despite Salary Dispute
Gunkie predicts large monthly dividends as railroad operations resume. Company officers allegedly refused to adjust operator salaries, noting one worker earns about twice as much as others.
After the Minsterrs The next grand jury to review county records
The upcoming grand jury will examine delayed county records and investigate missing marriage records. Ministers face fines from five to one hundred dollars per case for resignations and dereliction. Clerks cannot legally supply copies of marriage records due to absent official records.
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Vavness County
Ssion
Astnisters
Devetione
Ufi
Ury Lindiots
Road to Bridge Surveyor Seeks Best Route
Surveyor Ec Haith reported plans for a new road from the river crossing to the city to provide the most direct route to the upcoming bridge. Graveling and paving would proceed where possible, with public road work contingent on petitions and county approval.
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Ec Haith
White
Butwey
Padaw
Death of Prominent Washington Odd Fellow
Charles E. Robinson 34 a longtime West Washington resident dies Wednesday after a long illness. He worked with the E. R. I. railroad and was a leading I O O F member. Funeral Friday at his West Washington home with burial at Oak Grove. His wife survives him. An infant child of Mr and Mrs William Arnold dies Wednesday. remains shipped to Shouis for burial.
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Charles E. Robinson
F.ac i
West End
Washington
E.4& I. Railroad
I. O. O. F. Lodge
West Washington
Oak Grove Cemetery
T. R. Ragsdale
M. E. Church
William Arnold
West Washingtee
Shouls
Shouis
Vincennes M E Conference Set for June Meeting
The Vincennes district of the M E Church will hold its next session at the city church on June 7 and 8. Presiding Elder Clippenger leads preparations with special papers and sermons. Notable figures like Dr. Oldham Chicago Dr. Thirkeid Cincinnati Dr. Parr Kokomo Dr. Gobin DePaul University and Dr. Halstead Indianapolis are expected to attend.
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Vincennes
M. E
Clippenger
Oldham
Chicago
Thirkeid
Cincinnati
Parr
Petersburg May 2 Commencement Address Delivered
The Petersburg commencement address is set for May 2 as the Petersburg chapter of the A. Congress delivers the address. Miss Mae Truephiod, of Paoli, is to represent her high school in a contest at Bedford on May 2, beating six rivals. The Pike County council refused to fund ex-Sheriff Bass’s salary claim under the new law, citing unconstitutionality. Bass plans suit. The Riley club hosts Friday evening at the Palmar home. A cab drivers union wage proposal is expected at next Tuesday’s meeting. Reverend Doyle will serve as chaplain at Bishop Chartan’s 25th anniversary celebration in Indianapolis. The A. M. E. church marked the second anniversary of Rev. Hubbard Brewer’s pastorate.
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Mae Truephiod
E. L. Prueblood
Paoli
Vmeet
Bedford
Shd
County Council
Pike County
Petersburg
Bass
New Suits and Classified Notices Chronicle May 1903
Austmbn and Taylor Co. sue Waihham A. Smalley with G G Barton as attorney for the plaintiff. Washington P. O. lists letters remaining for week ending May 5 1903. Also notices for a milch cow with calf and various individuals named in society and business items.
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Austmbn & Taylor Co
Waihham
A. Smalley
G. G. Barton
Plaintifl
Washington P. Q
First Church of Christ Scientists Incorporates in Vincennes
Articles filed in Vincennes announce the First Church of Christ Scientists in the city. The assembly aims to worship God and moral spiritual purification, aligning with Boston Mother Church teachings. Also notes residence of Harry S. Smith on Main Street completed and ready for occupancy.
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Harry S. Smith
Main Street
Mrs. Smith
First Church of Christ, Scientists
Vincenneis
Frank P. Emisoh
Sammy
First Church of Three
Boston
Mass
Mother
Eddy
Vincennes Commercial
Rail and wire repairs disrupt morning city transit
Fragments report Frank Myers of Chillicothe repairing wires in the city while Joe Hoppingarner worked near Montgomery. Fireman Jason Campbell of the B&O is laid off due to an injury and visits his parents at Surprise. The H&O railway is Lawrence county’s top taxpayer, with a large payment due Monday.
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Frank Myers
Chillicothe, O
Jason Campbell
O. S.V
Lawrence County
County officials plan to inspect bridges and roads this term
County commissioners, chaired by local officials, scheduled to adjourn Friday afternoon after inspecting bridges across the county and overseeing gravel road work. They will pay bonds in Washington and Madison townships while reviewing several highway petitions and appointing viewers for road matters.
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Calin Iy
Washington Township
Madison
Tveship
Thomas G. Horral
O. M. Vance
Thomas Hart
Samuel Aikman
Dewer
Albert Malone
Madison Township
Tatley
Steele Townships
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the Minsters
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Surveyor Bait
Clothiers
E. Maln
Har Schaffne & Marx
C.e.robinson
FE. & L Section
Litte Residente
Arnold
Sith
Femenway
Ed. A
Riley Club
George Sanford
M. N. Palmer
East Walnut Street
Teamsters Union of
J. W. Doyle
Chatard
Indianapolis
A. M. E. Church
Hubbard Brewer
Callie
W. Clark
Campbell
Geagon
Loogoctee
Loogootee Lia
Epworth League
Charles Willey
A. O. Fulkerson
L. E. VanOscol
Clara Jackson
Nellie Evans
Mayme Schofield
Ralph Yenne
Thos, Williams
A.0. Fulkerson
Dr. VanOscol
Visy Wratten
Alma Cshiome
Bicknell
Dytersburg
Odd Fellows Lodge
Joe Hoppingarnér
Montgomery
Georgeelsenberger
Pudlire
Ani
Waesh
Phis Torme
Briday
Mimer
Venle
O. M. Varce
M.ig
O'Neall
Charles Keith Et al
Bogard Township
Josep Brock
Fidel Zimmerman
Emanuel Humenickhouse
B.J. Millis
Charles Neith Et al
Howard Township
Ash
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Porto Favoraine
Wiliai
Martin C. EU
Hatiste
Seben
Oxford
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