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Newspaper

Washington Gazette

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 19, 1908

Page

6

Convention Program For Indiana Presbytery Meeting

The Indiana presbytery holds its annual Young People's union convention in this city next weekend at the First Presbyterian church. President J. M. Douglass and secretary-treasurer H. C. Heldt announce a strong program with over a hundred delegates and several prominent church workers delivering addresses. The territory covers about six counties. In addition, a truancy drive starts as schools reopen with Truant Officer Stotts aiming to ensure all children attend. First week enrollment totals 1,211 across Walnut street, West End, South Side, and Negro schools, slightly down from last year due to township school changes and new buildings nearby.

The Young People’s Union of the Indiana Presbytery J. M. Douglass Washington H. C. Heldt Stotts Walnut Street West End Capnelburg Cornettsville

Religious program notes for Sunday services

A list of morning and afternoon events led by clergy and lay leaders including Rev. William Baird D D and Rev. John McMurry with topics on Bible study, religious education, training for service, and Christian Endeavor. The schedule covers Sunday school hour, youth gatherings, and adult Bible classes led by multiple presenters.

William Baird D. D Julias Feagans John McMurry J. H. Miler Korea D.D J. H. Miller John Welsh Mrg B. Miller Vernor I. M. Houser Christian Endeavor Service Clara Allen

Becomes a Citizen: Alexander Vaugier Naturalized in Daviess

Alexander Vaugier has been granted American citizenship with naturalization papers issued by Houghton in Daviess county circuit court Saturday morning. The coal miner, a native of Hawaii, resides at South Washington and becomes the first petitioner under the new act of the last Congress.

Alexander Vaugier Ge Houghton Daviess Dar Vibes Waugler South Washington Hfaoe

Woman Fined For Drunken Ogling, Police Court Session

Police court heard Mabel Cohee charged after an incident described as ogling a man while intoxicated. Mayor Runcell condemned the conduct saying he has no respect for such behavior. Court session held Sunday afternoon sought penalties under local statutes.

Runcell Police Court Mabel Cohee

Republicans Highlight State Finances and Fees Debate

Republican rhetoric attacks Democratic control on state costs and fee systems, arguing salaries and fees under Republicans lower overall expenses. The piece cites auditor and attorney general costs, secretary of state fees, and compares 1890s Democratic eras with 1904 1908 Republican administration. It notes a Sunday meeting where local club organizers chart campaign success.

Indiana Auditor of State J. O. Henderson Greend Smith Secretary of State John Billheimer State Treasury Daviess Circuit Court South Daviesa County

Man Released After Disorderly Removal Ordered

In the afternoon May or Russell ordered Spaulding to leave the city and he was released. The actions suggest a police or court order resulting in Spaulding's departure.

Russell Spaulding

Personal appearance matters for young men in business

The piece argues that a well groomed, neat, and cared for appearance boosts personal and professional appeal. Sloppiness, extreme fashion, or dirty clothing harm one’s prospects, while clean hair, hands, and pressed clothes project reliability, competence, and respect for customers and colleagues.

Young Men's Republican Club Formed in Daviess

About forty earnest young men met at the Republican headquarters in the Wilson building to organize the Young Men’s Republican Club of Daviess. Harrd Thompson chaired. Earle Thompson named president, Larry Clark secretary, and James McBride treasurer. Committees were formed to draft laws, plan a glee club, and organize a drum corps with future reports due next Sunday.

Republican Wilson Republican’ Club Daviess‘ Colety Republican Party Harrd Thompson George Fath H ‘Eae Earle’ Thompson Larry, Clark Steven C.J. Burris Roy Scoble

Town Topics criticized for smutty column in Shoals News

A harsh rebuke targets Shoals News for publishing a smutty weekly column similar to old Louisville Sunday Morning material. The Martinsburg era piece is branded vulgar, unfit for family readers, and deserving of censure by the local press.

The Shoals Louisville Martin County

Man Remains Moderately Injured After Wheatland Motorcycle Crash

Ray Feagans was thrown from his motorcycle Friday afternoon near Wheatland and sustained a minor to moderate injury, authorities report. He was treated at the scene and released.

Wheatland Ray Feagans

Movement to Help The Farmer Movement to Help

Fire insurance offer from Washington Indiana agents promotes a new policy with latest clause features. McCord Agency acquired to handle business and provide renewal options with no extra charge. Forsythe K E, Wm H Kiefer, John H McCafferty oversee solicitation.

Continental Fire McCord Agency K. E. Forsythe Wm. H. ‘Kiefer John H. McCafferty Washington

Arrears Notice on Paper Subscription

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