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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1906
Page
1
A fragmented report quotes a Democratic speaker railing against Republican influence and centralization. It notes attacks on the GOP ticket, mentions NY skyscraper plans, and cites Major Mensies denouncing centralization while Bryan’s rail policy ideas loom as paternalistic.
A fragmentary speech envisions political influence to create rail routes. It argues pressuring congressmen to win new lines or spurs, with state takeover of unprofitable roads and added demand for palace cars. The speaker foresees party clashes and governance shifts guiding railroad expansion.
Report indicates John Gardner was struck by a passenger on Monday morning. Authorities describe the incident as a traffic collision with injuries. further details on location and condition are pending.
John Gardner, 23, of Odon, suffered the loss of an arm after being struck by a B and C Southwestern train near the Plat creek culvert in Barr township. He was traveling from Loogootee to a gravel road camp when the accident occurred around 2 am Monday. he regained consciousness and was taken to Loogootee by buggy. Drs Braxton and Strange amputated the arm between elbow and shoulder. Gardner’s leg was bruised and he is expected to recover. In a separate incident, Enoch Davidson, west end inspector for the B and C Southeastern shops, was badly hurt when struck by engine 267 in the yards. he was transported home for treatment after the ear and back were bruised. Switchmen warned him, but cries were not heard in time.
Earth tremors struck Evansville Boonville Princeton and Owensville in southern Indiana between 10 and 11 am causing alarms and minor damage. Courthouse desks emptied as brick structures swayed and residents fled to streets seeking safety. Shocks moved west to east with extended trembling noted. Seismic activity also reported in Chile and St. Vincent.
State board of health shows Daviess county July death rate at 11.2 versus state average 12. Knot county 18.4, Greene 12.5, Blackford 4.1. In Daviess there were 30 deaths including 1 stillbirth and 6 infants under one year. Major causes include pulmonary consumption four deaths, typhoid one, whooping cough one, pneumonia two, diseases of the heart four, spinal meningitis one, cancer one, violence two.
Indiana Democrats react to William J. Bryan’s government ownership proposal disputing party unity. Leaders in Indiana show dismay at the Nebraskan’s pronouncements as gold democrats and others retreat from Bryan amid his socialistic outburst.
Democratic national committeeman Roger Sullivan accuses William Jennings Bryan of pretense and misrepresentation, recalling Bryan’s early campaign ties to four bankers from Illinois. He cites Spandling Dreyer Stensland Millard and notes one, Seesling, facing prison and others reported in the penitentiary.
In a July discussion, longtime party figures including ex chairman Holt and Ex Comptroller Johnson denounce Bryans government ownership plan as impractical and undemocratic. They say the party should abandon Bryan and consider candidates like Jerome or Folk.
Bedford residents react to a possible auto line between this city and Oolitic as George McCracken of Montgomery County leads the drive. He owns a Montgomery farm and views the route as promising for a hack service with a new Westy passenger outfit.
A council committee report on Sullivan’s Hose scrap details five hose sections found at the pump station and a prior loan of hose by former Chief Feagans. The panel notes the hose was past use and parts may have caused past fires, with testimony from Dr. Smiley and Mattingly. Protests by Auditor Nugent and County Treasurer Truelove were filed and filed. The school board organized with Dr. Henry Gera as president and salaries discussed. The city plans to buy a west-end fire station site awaiting court transfer from Bridget McGuire’s estate. A test of the City Water company filter plant will invite an expert, possibly Dr. J N Hurty, to attend.
The council approved bonds for Marshal Corning, Street Commissioner McGehee, Fire Chief McCormick, County Treasurer Truelove, and Mayor Russell with multiple sureties. Truelove also reported funds received from the retiring city treasurer across several accounts totaling 12,862.09. A remonstrance against the Herron street sewer, signed by four property owners, was presented and the declaratory resolution was indefinitely postponed.
James S. Pritchett of Vincennes files suit in Daviess circuit court against County Clerk W A Wallace and Martha Luking to recover 1500 for his services as defendant’s attorney in the Luking divorce tried on change of venue. He says 4000 was paid on the alimony judgment, 2500 to Luking and 1500 to himself, with Luking later ordering the clerk not to turn over the 1500. He notes Luking’s wealth and sensational testimony during the trial.
Indications point to a pardon for Ira Light by the state board of pardons at Michigan City for the murder of Rufro Ross in Pike county. Friends secured him a job with the B and I and the board was informed employment will be ready upon parole. Action is expected at the board’s next meeting.
Hillary Seay of Chattanooga Tennessee visits his daughter Mrs William L Brown on East Main Street. Seay, who once lived in Washington, notes the city’s improved appearance and says he is impressed with its inviting future. He will stay several days.
A. G. Williams sold his 100 acre Barr township farm to a Linton man named Sparka for 35 dollars an acre. O. W. Deckard, real estate agent, handled the deal. Deckard also sold his Pearl and Flint streets property to Williams for 2700 dollars, while C. I. Elrod moved from the Deckard property to Harned avenue.
Joseph Edgey, a trusted prisoner, fends off three armed men in a midnight breakout bid at Indiana reformatory. He sustains head wounds and a broken arm but helps alert guards. Ringleaders include William Spores, Fred Kinder, and Moses Fields. two others Sugges and Gatewood aided from solitary cells.
Miss Rose Downey of Vincennes daughter of John Downey has joined St Marys of the Woods in Vigo county to begin two years of study before formally renouncing the world and becoming a nun.
George Bight sold the A. A. Blauvelt farm near Graham station to Arch and Benjamin Wagner. The 80 acre property changed hands for 5200 dollars. The E. W.
Maine voters backed the Republican slate with a pro prohibition law in effect and a governor race decided by about 8 000 votes. All Republican congressional candidates won and the legislature remained under GOP control. Second district saw Congressman Littlefield reelected by around 1 000 votes amid intra party factional strife with Samuel Gompers opposing him.
Davis farm near Jordan station sold to William Foglesong of Elnora for 7830 dollars. The Joseph Courtney forty acre farm on Plainville road sold to George Hinkle for 31600 dollars.
Miss Anna E. Bell is murdered by William Kepping at Vincennes while a second lover Walter Johnson sits in Knox county jail awaiting trial. Kepping, who married Alfred Simonson’s daughter, confessed on his deathbed to threatening Johnson. Anna Bell and her parents were prevented from leaving by the prosecutor and police, and Johnson surrendered to authorities. Simonson then courted Anna Bell after the shooting and is now her husband. Johnson remains unaware of the wedding.
The Rev and Mrs Samuel Reid were honored Saturday at the Jennie DePauw Memorial parsonage on Culbertson Ave by church ladies. A memorial quilt was presented with each member contributing a quilt block. Mrs Mary McClain gave the presentation speech and the Rev Reid spoke for the couple.
Indiana University at Bloomington announces the return of students from vacation this week. Back for fall are Arthur Rogers John Ogden Miss Lola Hastings Miss Ethel Clark and John Allison. Hastings has studied at Butler College. Ogden will pursue postgraduate work. Rogers is a member of the class of 1908 and Clark and Allison enter the freshmen class.
Mrs. Nellie Crennan of Chicago, formerly of this city, has been engaged to teach vocal music at the Ravenswood conservatory in Chicago. She is noted for an excellent voice and strong musical education.
Arthur Allen Herman Shirley Glen Olphant Carl Smith and O. P. eat attended a Plainville Saturday night basketball game and watermelon slashing event.
The first day of school drew 1333 pupils in Washington with the freshman class at 97 and the senior class among the largest. Two new high school instructors joined the staff Miss Anna Jones in Latin and Edward Garten, expanding faculty to handle the surge.
Pike and Dubois counties call a Jasper convention on the 20th to settle the fight over the joint representative. The debated nominees are A Hearing of Winslow Dispatch and Dr. Cob le backed by Dubois county, with Dubois voting bloc and Dupois newspapers supporting Coble’s candidacy.
Vincennes Capital reports Coreger Bailey returned a verdict Thursday that Wille Tomey’s death at Edwardsport Sunday was an accidental drowning. The father, Perry Tomey, visited the city Thursday. expectation had grown the verdict might include allegations similar to those heard at the scene.
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