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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1906
Page
2
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Attorney General delivers a keynote praising the current state administration for eradicating gambling at French Lick and West Baden and ending the coal embargo at Fort Wayne. The piece lauds swift action by the railroad commission and state offices, noting recovered fees and cleaner administration as proof of effective governance.
The Chicago Chronicle argues that Jeffersonian democratic ideals live in the Republican party more than in the Democratic party of today. It contends Bryan misstates Roosevelt and the GOP as practicing Jeffersonian democracy and accuses Bryan of lacking original ideas while the GOP retains Jeffersonian tenets.
A statements express strong support for President Roosevelt and Governor Hanly from Indiana readers. The tone asserts broad public satisfaction with current administration and hints at debate over policy specifics while confirming overall approval.
The editorial praises the last eighteen months of federal and state reforms under Roosevelt and Hanly, arguing Republicans best preserve gains. It warns that a Democratic Congress and Indiana Legislature would hinder progress, abandon accountability, and stall reforms for 1908.
The Washington Herald argues Tom Taggart will be U S senator if Democrats win the legislature and current boards. It warns Taggart will backdoor election power via county commissioners and inspectors, urging Republicans to elect a Republican board to prevent electoral manipulation.
The Princeton Tribune laments overreliance on canned Republican and Democratic editorials and urges exchanges to craft their own pieces for variety. The note credits no specific individuals or dates, emphasizing a call for authentic local writing.
President Murray and senior officers of the Baltimore and Ohio begin official inspection of the property. The trip will span three weeks with visits from Baltimore to Cincinnati Louisville and St Louis. Murray will cover additional segments from Chicago east through Ohio and Pennsylvania.
Mrs. L. F. Hunemeier matron of the orphans home was chosen great prophetess of the Daughters of Pocahontas in Indianapolis on Thursday. She is among the state’s leading daughters.
H C Johnson a mall carrier on south Meridian street caught a full grown coon near his home Thursday in a brief local wildlife incident.
An analysis by J. Mi Vance on teachers' editorial influence and the need to balance teacher effort with student work. Discusses home-school relations, minimum teacher pay, English round tables in Indiana, testing on lesson preparation, and the link between schooling and social efficiency. Includes pedagogical questions, ethics of daily conduct, and the role of cooperative investigation in classrooms.
A federal grand jury in Covington returned an indictment against the Louisville and Nashville railroad. It accuses the company of discriminating against a Locomotive Fireman's union member by discharging him for union membership.
Five persons were killed and about a hundred injured when a gasoline explosion behind a dry goods store in Fort Rescue Ohio sparked a blaze. The fire destroyed numerous buildings and caused thousands of dollars in damage.
The Misses Lizzie Dunbar Mayme Raymann and Goetha Glazer will serve as clerks at Jake Bollenbacher's five cent store which plans to open this Saturday.
A Western Democrat letter attacks W. A. Hearst claiming he would wreck democracy if elected governor of New York and possibly president. It rebuts socialism and Rousseau inspired reform, arguing progress in America rests on home reforms and equal rights. The piece labels Hearst a wealthy opportunist and mocks his political prognosis.
United States Senator James A. Hemenway addressed an overflow audience at the Peoples theater in Washington Daviess county praising Republicans while contrasting prosperity under Republican rule with Democratic policies. Judge Gardiner introduced him and Congressman Chaney spoke afterward as the crowd applauded the Republican message and favored prospects for Vice President Fairbanks in 1908.
In a speech Mr Hemenway notes that under the protective policy from 1866 to 1892 the country enjoyed wonderful prosperity. He cites President Harrison's last message to Congress and expresses satisfaction in reporting favorable general conditions affecting commercial and industrial interests.
Ezra Mattingly opened the joint senator campaign at Scudder school house Saturday evening. The meeting drew a crowded, enthusiastic Republican turnout with W. A. Wallace O. M. Vance J. E. B. Smoot Fielding Colbert Thomas Nugent and Thomas D. Simp among attendees.
Alvin Padgett and Arthur H. Greenwood spoke at Cumback Thursday night. Governor Hanly will address Pike county residents in Petersburg Monday afternoon. The Fairbanks Special will join Washington Micely on November 3 in the afternoon. A Saturday evening rally features Gertrude Breseau Hunt of Norwood Park Chicago at the Masonic hall. Congressman Charles B. Landis will speak in Washington next Wednesday night and in Loogootee the day before. Mr. Bryan speaks Monday afternoon after a 3 10 train arrival, with John W. Kern and District Committeeman Padgett joining the tour.
About 60 to 75 veterans attended a nonpartisan meeting at the Masonic hall. Senator James A. Hemenway and Congressman John C. Chaney spoke on proposed changes to pensions for widows of veterans, with resolutions in favor of additional legislation. Charles M. Mears was named chairman.
Uncle Hugh Sullivan and his crew escaped injury when a switcher bungled a move, sending B and O Southwestern No 8 toward a high embankment in Seymour. The engine lurched and stopped just short of danger, with no injuries reported.
Mrs. Lee Boyer hosted a Thursday dinner for her first wedding anniversary. Attending were Mrs. John Hartle, Mrs. Frank Smith, Mrs. Lou Zinkan, and the Hartle, Kramer, Palmer, Osman, Daugherty families plus Mattie Fields, Mayme Zinkan, and the Misses Clara Hartle.
Charles B. Rogers of Oklahoma a former prominent shoals politician widely known in Indiana has been honored by the Republican Party of Oklahoma with the nomination as candidate for the constitutional convention he represents the fifty ninth Oklahoma district.
After work hours on Thursday the Neal and Eskridge dray company loaded George Raymanon onto a dray and delivered him home while his wife was transported by cab. The event concludes with the couple reunited after the day’s labor.
The fourteen year old Ehret, son of Elisha Greenwood, died of typhoid fever after illness noted in the Greenwood household.
A fragment notes one of Washington’s greatest improvements, the Van Trees Homestead, highlighting notable development work and ongoing efforts at the site. The excerpt suggests significant advancement within the state’s land and settlement program.
A historic house on East Main Street, built over sixty years ago, was damaged by a fire nearly three months ago. It has since been repaired and repainted with a fine example of closed architecture, standing as one of the city’s most beautiful homes.
Charles Padgett of Washington fought Will Dennigan on Depot Street Tuesday evening in Loogootee. Padgett struck Dennigan in the face and head causing severe bruises. They were arrested and affidavits for assault and battery filed before Mayor Gates. Padgett pleaded guilty and paid eight dollars and eighty cents. Dennigan faces trial.
Arnold J. Padgett is appointed district deputy for the Tenth district with duties to inspect councils. The Ideal council honors him with a gold initial ring and a handsome umbrella as tokens of esteem.
William Hamersly Sr. remains seriously ill with tuberculosis in the bowels and could die at any time. He is father to Will Ade Lee Lou and Ed Hamersly.
Robert P. Woods general manager of Intermediate Life Insurance and Fred G. Johans state manager arrive from Byansville for meetings with local agents and officials.
The Central Union Telephone Company completes the new toll line to Glendale. R. W. Beaty works on bringing the exchange to first class condition.
The undertaker Clif Bonham is said to have a poisoned foot caused by friction between his foot and the stocking. He reportedly suffers soreness and discomfort, with no further medical details given.
John Aikman III of Sugarland, age thirty two, is reported with typhoid fever. An unrelated advert then promotes Dr Shoops Green Salve for lip and skin ailments with a trial offer from Lindemans Pharmacy.
Mrs C G Stevens entertained Wednesday afternoon with seven tables in play. Mrs James Bourgholtzer won the prize, a pretty plate. The notice also urges readers to choose Dr Shoop's Cough Cure as a safe medicine free of opiates under the new pure food and drug law.
The Cox Zenor controversy over the Third Indiana congressional nomination was sent to national committee chair Griggs on Wednesday with a decision expected today or tomorrow. Piles treatment promotes Dr Shoop’s Magic Ointment claimed to cure all stages. available in large nickel capped jars for 50 cents at Lindeman’s Pharmacy.
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