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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1905

Page

2

Political Wossip on County Convention and City Election

A local political note outlines upcoming county conventions and city elections. It cites Republican strength from last election, possible renomination for W. P. Snot Auditor Thea Nu gent and Clerk W. A. Wallace, and mentions possible candidacies for county treasurer Geo. Gedivin sheriff J. W. Prattr Fielding Colbert John Baker and ex sheriff John G. Leming.

Formea Ina W. P. Snot Thea Nugent W. A. Wallace Carnpet

Nomination Talks Stirring in Local Fray

Esra Mattingly reportedly would not spurn a senatorial bid from Daviess and Pike while friends of M S Hastings press to sway him toward the nomination. Hastings has twice declined and it is unclear if he will accept.

Esra Mattingly Fron Daviess Pike Boma The Friends of M Hastings White Charles A. Bdokwalter Nis Bssesb Theud Bookwalter Stalnaker Bookwaker

Roosevelt entertain by Triquois Club noted in notes

The notes recount Roosevelt being entertained in Chicago by the Triquois Club and praise from loyal Democrats. A fashion aside notes hoopskirt revival, while Carnegie paid off a 624 million debt after his European trip. Other items warn of looming disasters, strikes, and bad health tips.

Roosevelt Triquois Club Alp Democrat’' Club Teeture Carnegie Ion dJebtness

Judgment Affirmed in City Prisoner Feeding Case

The Indiana appellate court affirmed a Howard county sheriff's judgment against Kokomo city for meals provided to prisoners held without charge. It ruled the city must provide a station house and feed prisoners brought in by police, even via county jail if needed.

Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Board Howard County Kokomo

Fruits of Oslerism Spark Indiana Suicide Claim

In Indianapolis and surrounding cities on May 11 a 79 year old, Van Buren Vance, was arrested after trying to chloroform himself to death while denying drunkenness. Reports say an insanity commission may investigate as he cited Dr. Osler’s theory on disposition of aged men. Also noted are anti-cigarette victim Chester Bell's battle with fines, a fatal lightning strike in Columbus injuring four, and a series of minor health and crime notes across Indiana.

Indianapolis S. P. Woodard van Buren ‘Vance Vance Woodard Osler Muncie Ind Chester Bell Indiana Bell Fife Columbus Iid Francis T. Coump John Fivecoats Olf Iat Fairfiel Joséph Pair F. F. Thompson Edward Bannister

Indiana Guard encampment set at army post east of Indianapolis

Indiana National Guard to hold a ten day encampment at an army post site east of Indianapolis starting August 2 with 3000 to 4000 men. Camp marks last at that location before new government buildings arise within a year.

Indianapolis Oran Perry Ind Nations Behal Uncle Sam Indiana Militia Friends of the Guard Nto

Tilt of this city seeks land in Pennsylvania suit

Mrs Jane Tilt of Laporte Indiana travels to Orwigsburg Pennsylvania to pursue a court action for possession of 100 acres valued at about 1 000 000 tied to a 99 year lease her grandfather signed. Court battles loom though Indiana attorneys say her claim can be proven.

Laporte Ind Jane Tilt Orwingsburg

Notice to Painters and Room Size Rug For Sale

Notice to painters calls for bids on exterior painting of the Orphan's Home with deadlines of May 13 and completion by June first. Also offers a room size rug for sale due to a breakup of housekeeping with contact details. Also various patent medicine ads and a building association notice dated 1905 urging deposits and loans.

Orphan's Home Thomas

Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsed by Washington Reader

Mrs. John Pia of 1560 Perry Street reports kidney discomfort and backache improved after using Doan's Kidney Pills. She credits the remedy with lasting relief and recommends it to others with similar symptoms. Sold by all dealers at 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents. Remember the name Doan's.

Washington John Pia Bapmas Perry Street Janfferea Dean Hoosier Doan Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo New York United States

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