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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1908
Page
7
A Indianapolis News correspondent notes brewing interests push to influence Indiana elections, backing certain candidates across counties. Brewers target lawmakers on temperance and reform, risking party lines to curb saloon power.
Republican governor candidate James E. Watson visited Daviess County on Saturday giving two speeches. In Odon he spoke before about 2,000 people in Garten's Grove praising his platform and denouncing Bryan's policies. He pledged to urge the county option law when Indiana’s legislature meets, asserting strong support for the Republican state program.
In Daviess county crowds gathered as the speaker discussed weed policy and the next governor. Admiring onlookers reached for handshakes while wondering how far the campaign would go.
Democratic candidate W A Cullop derides the Dingley tariff calling it a humbug and mocks the notion of dragon's blood as a myth. He labels critics Windy Bill and notes dragon's blood is a tropical resin used in varnish medicine and art.
Albert Singleton, a prominent farmer near Eaglesville, saw his large barn burn Sunday night around 8 o clock. The structure, one of the county’s largest, housed hay and farming implements and was only partly insured. No livestock were lost, but the loss runs into hundreds of dollars pending insurance settlement.
The car department at the B. & 'oo. Southwestern shops began full-time operation this week with men working nine hours daily for six days weekly. Sixty workers returned Monday and full-time status is hoped to spread to all departments. C. & E. I. shops at Danville Illinois are hiring extra men for full-time work.
Plainville baseball defeated a Bicknell Sanborn Edwardsport mixed team 8 to 2. Bicknell pitcher Wampler allowed heavy hits as Reynolds faced 17 batters and nine Plainville players walked. Reynolds struck out many as Plainville clinched the victory.
Walter Murphy son of Dr and Mrs Murphy of Barr township left Monday for Los Angeles California to take a position as instructor in English and history at the Los Angeles high school. Murphy is an Indiana University graduate and noted for his football skill.
Harry Jeffers a bartender at the Squire Kellams Arlington saloon appeared in court Monday morning to answer a charge of selling liquor on Sunday. He pleaded guilty and was fined ten dollars plus costs. Jeffers was arrested Sunday afternoon by Maraba Corning.
A popular Elmore township trustee, Dillon, died after a gunman shot him Saturday noon. The farmer and Democrat had risen to prominence in Daviess County, built a large farm, weathered hail and wind losses, and served as trustee with a strong school focus. His wife and family endured a long vigil as the community mourned. He left four brothers, a mother, wife, and young children. the killer Hale faced grand jury action. Funeral services were held near Odon with burial at Walnut Hill Cemetery.
Prominent Indianapolis Democrat Keach announces support for Bryan in an interview with the Star. He argues the only way to defeat Bryan is to elect him now, saying the national party should back Bryan to prevent a prolonged Bryan era and possible future leadership.
A funeral for a widely known young man drew many from northern Dariens as teachers, pupils, trustees, and county commissioners attended. The county will hold a special session this week to name a successor to Mrs Dillon after the service at the cemetery.
The council held a dull three week overdue session at city hall on Monday evening. Five members attended with Hopkins presiding in Mayor Russell’s absence. Bills totaling several dozens of dollars were approved and a petition to raise Jobo Street grade by eighteen inches was granted.
Council directs concrete curb and gutter work on Seventh street and notes Grove street work finished. A committee of Hyatt Wise and Colbert to oversee assessments. City attorney to compel owner to begin work within ten days of car track on West Main. Southside additions to be graded. street commissioner to supervise. New concrete walks ordered for properties of L A Allen Mrs Susan Tucker and John Willkargs in Fourth ward.
The piece notes a return to school as autumn nears, marking the real start of another year for students while adults see it as a routine shift. It reflects on daily life, the grind of study, and the goal to make the most of each day despite the busy transition.
M. H. Wilson of Bartlett home traveled for consult with a specialist. The visit occurred around August in place of H. A. Calve of the Stix property in Davis County and he now focuses on farming and land management.
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