14 Sep 1897
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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1897
Page
1
The piece notes riots and political contention, mentioning the Board of Trade, a postmaster change at Ragleaville, and critiques of officials. It references the Advertiser and Democrat with comments on contracts, taxes, and county duties, aiming to provoke reform and accountability.
Vague editorial note discusses taxes or cents and ongoing declines, mentioning publicans and a belief that something should never happen. The text is fragmentary and lacks clear events or individuals.
A long, muddled excerpt discusses global monetary growth, with claims that the world’s money stock has more than doubled and gold and silver values split, while the US holds more cash per capita and banks await more funds. It also criticizes a local advertiser for debt dodging and suggests legal action if unpaid.
A historical notice reports a dispute between Hobbs Remedy Company and the Herald newspaper. The Herald allegedly stopped a paid advertisement after an accounting disagreement, while Hobbs Remedy asserts it fulfilled payments and offered to continue space if needed. The piece defends Hobbs and criticizes the Herald's handling.
A lively cake walk last night at Joneses Square attracted a big crowd. The event featured participants like Isham and Tzzie dancing as spectators shouted for prizes, but thieves stole money from Sohn Wi Feagans leaving the scene as the crowd dispersed.
A local report details a $1,000 payment deposit by a Board of Trade committee toward a new Washington college, with 48 of 143 lots sold and more sales expected as work on the project begins. The piece also notes residents visiting, moves, and civic events across Washington, including new residents and institute plans.
A set of rambles includes a claimed arrest of a cow by night officers and the cow’s escape, mixed with a businessman’s strike rumors about miners and a lawyer predicting dramatic divorce cases. Joe Wilson talks fishing on Upper Michigan lakes, and Billy Cross riffs on populist jibes about prosperity.
The Montgomery Monitor reports on community updates from Montgomery Mississippi. Agnes Dages is listed as ill while Hilda Kenedy visits Cannneburg noting regional social activity and health concerns.
George Flynn, 22, a well known sort worker for Sword's steam laundry, jumped from a street car at Main and West Second, breaking the cap of his left knee and ending his ability to walk. He has used one leg since a 16 year old railroad injury required amputation. He is now bedridden and will need care, though friends report his character remains upright.
Wallace presided as County Superintendent over a teacher examination. Of eight applicants, twelve months licenses were awarded to Florenice Pownall and Grace Murphy. six months licenses to Austin B Osman Virgil Raney and Ales Kempf.
In Chit Ghat and nearby towns, Uncle John Hyman and his Martin County links surface as an eccentric legend. A monument in Odon by Ira Correll honors a cooper, while a Fleener & Co contract stirs Martin County land talk. Plans for a college financed by a wealthy investor move forward as Board of Trade plots plot sales and city improvements.
Fragmentary notes report Mt Oliva Festival activity and community events in Bigindy. Mentions include A M Ragsdale at Maysville, Q D Veale on business, a funeral for Joseph Pickett, and Frank Barber visiting relatives. The festival scene appears lively with overflowing crowds.
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