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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1908
Page
2
A hunting goods ad promotes ammunition, coats, gun cases and outfits ahead of quail season on November 6. It offers discounted shotguns including a Remington 12 gauge hammerless double at 22.50, a St Louis Arms 12 gauge at 17.00, a Stevens 12 gauge at 16.00, and a field grade 12 gauge at 17.00, plus sample guns, Club and Winchester shells, and a scatter load for quail shooting.
The notices record five marriage license actions including Wilbur B Acton and Iona P Arthur both of Washington, Albert C Graber and Dic ey F Myers both of Bogard township, Dean J Leming and Minnie Ellen Myers of Reeve township, and Terence O Maley and Maud A Woodruff of Van Buren township.
The list for the week ending November 3 1908 shows remaining letters for men Edward Doyle Walter Drollinger William Earl Walter Gooldly John Lucas H P Von Dermille Charles Walker and for women Estella Borders Mary Henther Minnie Mc Murry Daisy Lee Williams Bridget Wilson E C Faith postmaster.
Amoy China reports the second squadron of the Atlantic fleet began its voyage home this morning with a hearty send off. News from Buffalo New York states Joan Hagan, hotel proprietor, shot and killed his son George seventeen and wounded his wife as he suddenly went insane. In Manila the editor of the Renacim and a faculty member were arrested on criminal libel charges in a morning crackdown by the Philippine commission.
The church mourns the loss of Sister Emmily Glass who served as cleric for over ten years. She braved the storm and contributed greatly to the congregation and community during her years of service.
The church expresses deep sorrow at the death of Mrs Phoebe A Alien a devoted member and worker who served faithfully at Sister Glass's post and met every duty with a smile The Veale's Creek Church extends sympathy to her companion father and mother and records the resolution in the church book Phoebe A Alien Frank Cross committee
The Daviess county crop report shows a severe failure of hickory nuts with a prolonged dry spell. Nut trees appeared laden early but nuts cracked to reveal dried kernels. Walnuts and hazelnuts also fared poorly, leaving growers avoiding expectations of bumper yields.
A dessert recipe suggests peeling five large bananas and rubbing with sugar, then folding in stiffly beaten cream. Dissolve a 10 cent package of Lemon Jell O in hot water, fold in, set in mould, chill, and garnish with candied cherries and whipped cream. Jell O is sold by grocers at 10 cents per package.
Memorial services for Oliver P Morton Indiana's war governor were held by the G A R post and accompanying ladies at the Christian church on Sunday afternoon. The Reverend E E Davidson delivered the memorial sermon praising Morton and paying tribute to his memory. Music by the church choir and a solo by Miss Delpha Vest accompanied the service.
A. M. Kelso has occupied his new home on Grand avenue. Eugene Sanford returns from a brief visit at Loogootee.
Report of Marion County residents watching early returns from New York to the state election. Republicans like Marshall contested the lead while uncertainty kept streets crowded late. Women joined men in following bulletins at local offices and public halls as results arrived.
A notice condemns any husband who lets a family member use any remedy other than Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and lung trouble. It asserts Foley's contains no opiates and is the genuine product in a yellow package sold in Win ton.
The city celebrates several marriages including C. M. Acton and his bride from Washington. Joseph R. Scott and Margaret Logan in Vincennes. Allen W. Fogel and Susie Burress in Barr township. Dean Leming and Minnie Myers in Reeve township. Henry Fields wed Mabel Hayward in Indianapolis. Brady details note home plans and new households.
Donald Ellis Herald reporter suffers from an eye condition described as an affliction of the eyes. He has taken leave to recover and will return when healthier.
The county treasurer reports total current tax receipts of 126000 plus a delinquency of 15134.35 for county and city property taxes under new collection laws. Southern Indiana railway settled by paying spring and fall installments totaling ~5300 after initial delinquency. The receiver is funding accounts as funds become available and expenses have been markedly reduced, improving financials.
Deputy County Clerk figures show 131 voters failed to cast straight party tickets marking crosses after the word By Wire. Indiana Governor Hanly names Fred L. Gemmer private secretary to join the state tax board, replacing John Wingate, with Lyman Babcock named as the governor's secretary.
The county treasurer reports October interest totaling 63.19 dollars to be split among six banks: Citizens Loan & Trust company 14.40, First National bank of Odon 3.23, First National bank of Montgomery 8.34, Peoples National bank 16.65, Washington National bank 16.94, and Citizens bank of Elnora 3.63. It notes October interest was small and November will rise as tax receipts are deposited.
Eight room residence with gas city water bath room cellar and closets. well papered rooms and well painted. includes small barn and other outbuildings. concrete sidewalks and steps around house. Will exchange for $500 to $800 rental property. Call for price.
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