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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 14, 1905
Page
2
City Debt and Tax Levy Debate Highlight Campaign
The article argues the city’s debt grew under prior administrations and contends current leaders used a special lighting levy to pay off warrants while draining general funds. It questions the claim that Mayor Clark’s administration alone reduced debt, noting ongoing taxation and sinking funds.
Indianapolis mayoral race splits two city papers
The Indianapolis election centers on John W. Holtzman and Char-lan OAL Bookwalter with party loyalties muted. The News backs Holtzman while the Star supports Bookwalter as editors spar with wit and sharp ridicule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Indianapolis’ News
Indianapolis Stary Ore
Holtzman
Bookwalter
The
Star
Newpaper Bias in Campaign Coverage Cited
Vague fragments show debates over campaign messaging and party lines. Readers criticize coverage for favoring a candidate while questioning the issue framing and candidate records.
County Taxes and City Levy Debate Over Washington
County officials discuss tax rates and city levies for Washington, detailing a county tax of 1.70 and city levy of 1.62, with debate over library funding and sinking funds. The piece criticizes city administration for electioneering and questions legality of transfers and lending of public funds.
Dangerous Precedent Warned Over City Hall Fund Action
In a critical review the council's move to place the city hall pinkie fund in a local bank is questioned as potentially unlawful and risky. The piece stresses that public officers must follow the law and that the city treasurer remains the lawful custodian, bonded to protect city assets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comision Council
Perkasi
City Counel
City Warrant Debt Wiped Out Amid Controversy
The article reports on municipal finances during Mayor Clark’s term, noting bond funding and a 45 cent levy for electric lights to cover a $4,968 debt. It criticizes Grammys on warrants, penalties, and bank interest, and contrasts city gains with a political push for a new city hall. The piece cites auditors Laven and Ellis and voter reactions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson
Spencer
Watson
Wi Son
Avhsonwn
Clark
Cty
Herald
October echoes in town politics about city hall levy
The piece criticizes the push for a new city hall as a monument to current administration while noting tax levies rose sharply, the county and city disputes over school funding, and a cited new law on vote buying. It mentions Auditor Russell’s record, local elections, and October’s mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Washinstn
Wei
Russell
Daviess County
Indiana Voter Bribery Law Text At Length
The text presents sections of an Indiana law prohibiting paying or rewarding voters and forbidding vote buying or selling. It outlines penalties including fines up to fifty dollars and ten years disfranchisement and disqualification from office for offenses in sections one and two. It also covers compelled testimony by witnesses and protections against self-incrimination.
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Ayor Downey
W Gon
Ntti
Daw
Clark
Alll.s
Kent
City of
India
Warn Trepolis
Indiana
John W. Holtzman
Charlan Oal Bookwalter
Bookwalter
Indianapolis
Ludersie
Repub
Aidate
Holtzman
General Assembly
State of
Littleton Bennett
Jasonville
Washington
Daviess County
Reason Bennett
Odon
Mr. Bennett
Tennessee
Blines
Sarepta Cato
Bennett
Nivesi
Odon Journal
W. K. Penrod
Loogootee
Wilson Myers
C. W. Abrahanr
Bertha Bennett
Reason of
Merediths Return From Sul llvan Visit
Mrs Anna M Meredith and her daughter Mabel visited Sullivan with W W Casto and family and have now returned home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anna M. Meredith
Mabel
Sullivan
W. W. Casto
Death notices from Washington and vicinity
Multiple obituaries and death notices from Washington Indiana and nearby areas. Reports include deaths of J C Allen infant, Charles Queen infant, Mrs Margaret Smith, Edwards aged 91, William Wade of Arkansas, Henry Stewart of Odon, Mrs Adelia Hyatt, Littleton Bennett, Mrs James Roby, and other local residents. Funeral times and burial sites noted. causes include paralysis and pulmonary tuberculosis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Slinkard
Montgomery
Slinkard
Edward Byrne
Jeff
Bethany Cemetery
Charles W. Sunkard
Washington
Adelia Hyatt
Peath
Elisha Hyatt
SES
Irs
Grove ‘Street
Bert Conway
New Albany
Marta Schofield
Linzie Hyatt
Edward: Bush
East Walnut Street
Hyatt
Royal Baking Powder Luncheon Tea Event in New York
A Royal Baking Powder luncheon in New York highlights a tea gathering. Sponsored by the Royal Baking Powder Co, the event showcases products and social engagement in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Baking Bowder Co
New York
Insane declaration noted for longtime Southwestern employee
The records indicate a man was declared insane years ago and worked at the B and 20 Southwestern nhopa for many years. Besides James Hand, another brother John is left.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nhopa
James Hand
John
Alfalfa Profitability Highlighted By Kentucky Lecture
The Kentucky agricultural commission trains farmers with experts touring Lebanon where Professor Wing explains alfalfa benefits. He notes alfalfa suits rich soil, can yield four hay crops yearly, improves soil, and supports cattle, pigs, and chickens while boosting farm profits through long term soil rejuvenation. He urges thorough trials across Jefferson County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
Courier
Commissiontr of Agriculture
Kentucky
Lebanon
Nesond
Professor Wing
Wing
Jefferson
Odon Horse Show Draws Big Crowds Despite Rain
The second annual show drew about 3000 spectators Wednesday and 5000 Thursday with main street races and four blocks devoted to the event. Two hundred premium entries were awarded. Rough Riders impressed visitors. a new county fair is planned for next year with a race track and fenced grounds. Sidney Bowman won best riding prize, Ira Sims second. McBride brothers head to St Louis to buy Tegge pony colts for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odon
Daviess County
Rough Riders
Sidney, Bowman
Ira Bowman
Ira Sims
Cold flurry signals winter in Indiana cities
A Wednesday night chill brings hints of winter across northern Indiana with light snow observed in several cities. Temperatures drop sharply. coal demand rises while clothing stores see shoppers for overcoats and heavier wear. Grand Rapids and Chicago report similar temperate declines as snowfall appears in northern areas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Aireau
Indianapolis
Fune
Weesday
Chicago
Dubuq
Grand Rapids
Applis
Body found in ravine near Terre Haute with rifle and cartage
A man about fifty, found northeast of Terre Haute in a ravine with a rifle and discharged cartage by his side, was reported dead for two months. Coroner Nichols could not identify him as his clothing and features were badly decayed and no bullet traces remained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Roby
James Hand
George Street
Terre Haute
Terré Haute
Nichols
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