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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 20, 1911

Page

2

Veteran soldier critiques fashion and youth in street chat

An elderly veteran on a city doorstep criticizes modern dress and women’s fashion, with comic observations giving way to a solemn reminiscence of the Civil War and respect for the younger generation’s grit. He notes the craze for new skirts and pantaloon styles, laments social change, and recalls wartime service before heading home.

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Surprise Party at the Saar home on Edwanisport road

A Saturday night gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. David Saar on the Edwanisport road drew a happy crowd. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. James Sloan and family, Mr. and Mrs. Ernest O'Brien and family, Mr. and Mrs. Isaac Alexander and family, Mr. and Mrs. Wilhem McCaough and cousin, Mr. and Mrs. Louis Fields and family, and Mr. and Mrs. Claude Mowery and family.

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Community event notes incomplete and fragmented

Fragmentary report mentions a family and Ms. Barat Lee at a gathering with refreshments and multiple presentations described as useful. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR text, but indicates a local social gathering with attendees and activities.

Barat Lee

Harmony Plea Marks Indiana Republican Conference

In Indianapolis on May 17 a meeting of Indiana Republican legislators urged unity and a clean slate for next year’s campaign. No formal action was taken, but calls for party harmony dominated discussions with talk of a party convention and overcoming internal divisions. Possible gubernatorial candidates discussed included Clarence Gillhams and George B. Lockwood among others.

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Digestive Health Ad Proclaims Chamberlin’s Tablets

An advertisement extols Chamberlin’s Tablets as a rational cure for indigestion. It claims the product increases bile flow, purifies the blood, strengthens the stomach, and improves the whole digestive system to a natural healthy action. Sold by all dealers.

Chamberlnin

Frazer Eyes Local Cattle Market On Special Visit

J A Frazer a leading Chicago stock buyer spent Tuesday here seeking cattle. He inspected Capt J A Palmer 190 head the Allison boys 3 head and Ray Graham 200 head. J M Howell Greensburg Ky druggist touts Chamberlains Cough Remedy as excellent for town households and recommends it to dealers.

J. M. Howell Greensburg

Flag Day observance urged nationwide by association

The American Flag association sends reminders to state governors and city mayors about Flag Day on June 14, marking the 134th anniversary of the flag's adoption. It urges patriotic societies teachers officials and the public to begin a campaign to secure observance as it grows in national prominence each year.

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Remedy promise for rheumatism liniment on sale

An advertisement urges readers to try Chamberlain's Liniment to relieve rheumatism with one application claimed to prove its effectiveness and notes it is sold by all druggists.

Chamberlain

Miss Anna Flynn Hosts Young People Gathering

Miss Anna Flynn entertained about fifteen youth at her George Street home Tuesday night with music and conversation. Refreshments were served.

Anna Flynn George Street

Chamberlain's Liniment praised for muscle soreness relief

For soreness of muscles whether from violent exercise or injury Chamberlains Liniment is excellent and highly esteemed for relief in rheumatism. Sold by all dealers.

Chamberlain

Abe Martin In The News

A lighthearted column notes the humor in discussing the Mexican War and mentions open kitchens on Mothers Day, reflecting small town concerns and daily life.

Abe Martin Everbuddy

Headache from stomach disorder cured by Chamberlain tablets

A disordered stomach causes headaches, and Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are recommended as a remedy. Sold by oil dealers.

Chamberlain

Standard Oil Decision Reaffirms Trust Ruling Limits

The Chicago Record notes the U S Supreme Court affirmed the lower court ruling that Standard Oil constituted an unlawful combination restraining trade. The decision allows some mergers and collaborations if they do not meaningfully restrain competition, signaling the standard for evaluating monopolistic restraint remains nuanced and debated.

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Court Refutes Broad Read Of Sherman Act In Monopolies Debate

The court weighs whether strict liability or reasonable restraints define unlawful monopoly. It considers deliberate misuse vs unintentional effects in trade practices, arguing the Sherman Act should be interpreted through strict guidance, not a rewritten common law.

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Danger in Delay Kidney Disease Warns Washington Readers

An urgent local health notice warns kidney troubles are dangerous and often go unrecognized until late. It promotes Dean's Kidney Pills as a proven remedy, citing a Washington Indiana testimonial from Mrs. Kate Clements about her son’s kidney relief after using the product sold by Clapp's pharmacy. The ad notes a 50 cent price and Foster Milburn Co as sole U.S. agents, urging readers to remember the Dean's name.

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Woman from Indianapolis Dies While Visiting Bogard

Mrs Agnes Abbott of Indianapolis died Monday morning at her father Thomas A Wade's home in Bogard township while visiting. She was 27, wife of a prominent Indianapolis businessman. Burial will be Wednesday morning at St Michaels Cemetery.

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Woman Alerts Fire On B and O Trestle Near Beamon Switch

A woman who could not be learned telephoned authorities to report a fire on a B and O trestle west of Vincennes at Beamon switch. The early warning averted serious trouble as Accommodation Train 8 was held to prevent delays.

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Train 2 Crosses Trestle Without Accident

Train 2 approached with little damage as it crossed the trestle slowly. Fire crews extinguished a pro fire incident and the construction was completed on time in the city.

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