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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 31, 1912

Page

3

Misstatements Fly as Indiana Debate Roars in Press

The Washington Gazette attacks Democratic rule in Indiana, condemning state debt, taxes, and spending while defending Republican governance. It cites alleged misuses of funds, advances to counties, and critiques of media boosters, calling the democratic press deceitful and inflationary in its portrayal.

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Debt sinking fund used for state expenses since 1909

The text notes use of 1 197 000 dollars from the state debt sinking fund to cover current state expenses dating back to 1909. It references Democratic party preferences without additional context.

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Raid on the State Debt Sinking Fund Debate

In a heated discussion the speaker decries the use of the sinking fund funds calling it a raid or emergency spending. The note notes the missing 1,197,000 and warns that debt payments loom as foreseen obligations grow worse.

Kemioik Keio Forestar Domextle

Spencer Saddened by Palupy History in Indiana Democrats Fallout

A Herald reporter finds Spencer despondent over Indiana Democrats mismanagement of state fairs and looming bond issues. The article notes an empty treasury and economic strain, with former ally Thomas R. Marshall promising frugality, while Spencer laments a bleak political outlook and dreary days ahead.

John HH Spencer Blackstone Indiana Thomas R. Marshall Columbia City Indianjapolis Herald State House John H. Spencer Cleveland

Supreme court rules drys may use all legal means to block saloon licenses

The Indiana Supreme Court says drys may employ any lawful method to prevent saloon licenses by county boards. A local option fight in French Lick Township led to a wet victory by 120 and a remonstrance blocking all eight license applications. The Orange circuit court ruling was appealed.

Indianapolis Supreme Court Board of County Commissioners Orange Circuit French Lick Township Proctor Board of Commissioners Circuit Court

Supreme Court Invalidates Proctor Law Interference Claim

The court held the Proctor law plainly bars any interference with the operation of the Moongo Te monatrance law. The decision followed an appeal from the township arguing entitlement to licenses and related monetary grants.

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City Dads Hold a Weary Session Monday Night

City council meets with seven members present and discusses minor matters. Residents petition for concrete curb work on Eleventh Street and gravel dressing to improve the thoroughfare. Other items cover grants for grain mills and bridges, street grader purchases, and enforcement of sidewalk riding restrictions. several payments are approved.

Elasey cClHo McCarty William Sehrolucke Ant Eleventh Street Walnut Street Claude Saunders LACM Conneilman Allen Alen Stue Oge Brader Copiteciman Allen Bigreles

Wandering Crime Ring Supposedly Foiled In London Hall Scene

A garbled report describes a crackdown on canine hunting scams tied to a London hall event. Officers, led by City Clerk Hodeinott, inspect meat and dogs said to be linked to criminal activity. Suspects include a Dare figure and references to hunting dogs used in illicit ventures.

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Govnors certification cites county official charges

The governor has certified to the attorney general reports from the state board of accounts detailing amounts alleged against county officials. The figures show approximately 7608 dollars tied to conservative charges and related discrepancies.

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