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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1903
Page
2
A fragmented report details a football season at an unspecified school with mentions of players such as Johnson and McCoy. It notes strong team effort, coaching by Wadsworth, and plans for a Saturday game against Washington with potential alumni support and fundraising for athletics.
Heavy rain on Sunday drenched the region with about 3.55 inches, flooding Hawkins Creek and other local waterways. Weales Creek ran over its banks for hours while fields ready for wheat sowing finally received needed moisture after a prolonged dry spell.
Madison County courts in Anderson report the largest docket in county history. This term opens with 158 divorce cases, 87 holdovers, and 71 new filings during vacation, stretching the circuit and superior courts for the term. Judge McClure faces 487 circuit cases, 118 more than the prior term.
Elwood Indiana October 5 gas users switch from 18 to 30 cents per 1000 cubic feet as two local firms sell to a Chicago led gas trust. About 2000 customers, only about 10 percent sign new contracts, meter cost $5 and if faulty bills base on prior months. City prepares for alternate fuel sources.
The report covers labor discussions at a wage scale conference in Baltimore and Ohio with Vice President Potter. It notes few items adjusted and mentions a case involving two Pittman men, referrals to General Superintendent Loree and W. G. Lee for decisions, and the possibility of third party action if unresolved. Other items include rule clarifications on orders and a meeting to review supplementary questions B and 8. An arrangement for a Grinnell shop conference and personnel moves in the Baltimore area are also noted.
A fragment from a high school newspaper notes a sophomore edition appearing Friday at 8 High School. The issue is described as the first edition of the periodical, with editors and staff named in partial text.
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