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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1903

Page

5

Innocent Plea Marked In Bond Hearing In Montgomery

A Montgomery court bond hearing for an accused man ends with a $7 bond set in the case. The mother, two brothers, and brother-in-law provided the bond. Detective Cochran notes the suspect’s possession of unauthenticated papers while denying awareness of the affair. The case continues as investigators seek further evidence.

Edward Bigham Juné Tern Circuit Court Big” ‘Ham Hayden Genteg Walker Hiz Cochran Montigomery D. Padgett Wesday Lafternoon Toothe Lowever

Lev Montgomery Hurt in Valley Railroad Accident

A worker named Lev Montgomery was injured when a freight locomotive derailed and toppled during shunting in Valley. The incident occurred early this morning with Montgomery trapped under the engine but reportedly not seriously hurt.

Fes Caapees Lev

Obituary Notice From Evansville Hospital

The deceased, a brother to the surviving sister, died Sunday at South Illinois hospital in Evansville after failing to respond to treatment. Funeral arrangements are pending with burial at a local cemetery.

Pierce Irie Edwards

Fragmentary probate note from 1902 witnesses

A damaged OCR item notes a probate event with mentions of witnesses T Aktell and others, referencing a 1902 context and unclear actions. The readable fragments indicate a will or estate matter being observed or recorded by local parties.

Early Settlement Along White River Forks and 1812 Raid

A reminiscence tracks initial settlers on the White River forks led by McGowen and Flora, naming early residents like Freeland, Ruggless, Harrilson, and Hawkins. It recounts 1812 violence when an Indian attack at McGowen’s ferry killed a settler and a skirmish near the Narrows wounded Perry and Smith, prompting forting and desertion.

Age White River Tippecanoe Bebinnipe Vincennes Louisville Enue William McGover East Fork Mt. Pleasant Noily David Flora Meredith Aaron Freeland Augustus Spink Thomas Ruggless Norke McTagart Doctor Harrifib Doctor's Danper Jon Hagekins Richard Aymer William McClukey William Hawkins Mr. Taylor E] Hawkins Anhr Maysvile Mills Forta. A McGowen MicGowen Perry Spe

Fearful report of missing California farmer appears foul play feared

William Mooree a well known farmer from this county left for Los Angeles about two months ago and has not been heard from since. His son Edward Moore and others pursue leads though no trace of Moore has been found. Telegrams and letters to relatives and doctors seek information on his fate as suspicion falls on possible foul play.

Mas Hathaway Bogard Hathawas William Mooree Los Angeles Edward Moore

Encampment Notes Amid Royalty and Veteran Ante

Fragmentary OCR reads as an encampment outline involving royalty and references to a veteran ante. Details unclear. no clear events, dates, or names emerge from the readable text. Further readable context needed for a precise summary.

Parades and fires mark second day of encampment spectacle

The court house dome hosts a large procession with two veteran units announced for the afternoon. Twenty brass bands and corps will perform, three grand camp fires light up the area at the Grand Opera House Auditorium and First Chirrupyso. Thousands gather for the Living Flag twice with two thousand children in red white and blue. A pavilion 75 feet wide and 80 feet high rises as carpenters complete the platform while the Indiana Soldiers and Sailors Orphans Homeland Band and the Soldiers Horn of Indiana join honored guests. Commanders in chief Stewart and staff plus Governor T are expected in attendance.

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County orders gravel road work and bridge inspections

County commissioners ordered gravel road contractors to begin immediately citing deteriorated conditions. They reviewed bridges in Reeve and Barr townships including the new iron bridge on Haw Street and a Punab bridge abutment. Wade Otto Wade’s license application was thwarted by the new power of attorney.

Soba Wade Otto Wade T Attorney

Road Work Planned to Improve Township Roads

Gravel road projects in Peghington and Washington townships aim to unify two road segments. Contractors will grade and pipe sections, with work expected to begin within weeks. A superintendent will oversee progress and report to the road board.

Zim Tad Mayie Peghington Township Washington

Wanted coal options eh air by Poaseni Papi the

The note presents a fragment titled wanted coal options eh air by Poaseni Papi the. Readable content is sparse and lacks clear names or events to establish a full news item. Further context would be needed to craft a complete summary with distinct entities and concrete facts.

Saloon Question Angers Indiana Towns Election

In Elnora Indiana a bitter temperance fight pitted Citizens against Peoples tickets. Election results show anti-saloon forces winning. key offices went to Citizens with listed officials. Republican slate carried most posts though marshal and treasurer favored by temperance candidates. Ballots totaled 209 across districts with party-leaning outcomes in Daviess county towns.

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Montgomery Democrats Seek Bridge Aid After Election Flood

Vague report notes Montgomery voters support a bridge project linking county areas. County commissioners discuss a bridge near Billings farm with concerns about foundations and structural integrity.

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