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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1905
Page
2
The article, dated September 1905, lists monthly payroll figures for street forging and tracks alleged city hall electioneering expenses. It details amounts spent in the months before and after the spring election, highlighting manipulation claims and costs attributed to political action.
Fragment discusses an exposition of a plan aimed at ravishing the city treasury for city hall interests. It fears partial abandonment of the plan if the aim is exposed, and suggests that even if partly dropped, some good for the town would result.
The editorial lauds a Republican council ticket chosen Saturday night as representative of city interests. Incumbents Hopkins and Helphinstine served since 1904 amid a secret caucus, while Johnson from the Third and Wise from the Fourth win praise for age, business judgment, and progressive stance. Hyatt of the Fifth is noted for popularity and prior service. None sought nomination. Hopkins and Telphinstine faced persuasion to accept.
The Democrat critiques the mayoral message and defends the council’s role in water improvements. It argues long efforts toward pure water began before current administration, noting prior coverage by The Herald and support from the Commercial Club.
Edward Faith directed a survey to assess diverting Hawkins Creek to feed the river below the pumping station. The court ordered rapid action, leading to filter plant installation with work already underway and expected to operate by Christmas. The suit by bondsmen prompted court involvement, accelerating the process and water quality improvements.
A long critique discusses how the Indianapolis News handles reprinted editorial material from Republican papers and press bureaus. It lauds the paper's originality and influence while noting occasional arrogance and the need for strong, candid coverage of state politics.
The passage argues pager scope within its own sphere and influence, noting significant effort and late nights are required to effect change. It cautions against relying on centralized political shop opinions measured by inches at party bureau headquarters.
The Herald urges delaying a new city hall, arguing citizens cannot afford a flashy building. It cites high taxes, a costly electric light plant, and weak city finances, urging use of funds to reduce debt instead. The piece predicts election outcomes and calls for businesslike fiscal reform.
A historical reflection notes the gap between Japan's leaders and the general populace. It argues leaders embody modernization while the masses remain tied to traditional forms, despite shared ideals. The piece stresses the difference is one of kind, not degree, and highlights the continuing influence of Japan’s long history.
The Vincennes Sun and the Vincennes Commercial sharply attack the Knox County Fair secretary for incivility and mismanagement. They condemn carnival and saloon attractions, urging a honest, well advertised exhibit plan to restore support from merchants and farmers. The editorials urge the secretary’s removal and better governance of the fair.
The Washington city council faced a proposed tax levy 28 cents per 100 higher than Indiana city averages. Officials cited 4000 in special deposits and 1000 debt payments as reasons for higher rates, while Columbus and other peers showed smaller levies. The Watchman notes taxpayer concerns over city hall expenses and funds tied to banking business.
The piece says colored substitutes for butter incur a ten cent a pound tax while uncolored butterine costs about twelve cents a pound, with lower price at Michigan City prison and Jeffersonville reformatory. It notes institutions prefer uncolored butterine yet it does not resemble real butter in look or taste. An Evansville Courier quote mocks butterine’s quality. The tone criticizes state institutions and uses a camp anecdote about grumbling at food, ending with a sharp jab at Knox County Fair officials.
Report from St. Petersburg says the Russian government will address foreign powers to arrange a second peace conference at The Hague. It is believed invitations are prepared after an understanding with President Roosevelt. The move follows official announcement in St. Petersburg.
President Roosevelt told Mayor Behrman of New Orleans he will include the city in his southern trip if the people approve and if state quarantine laws allow. The tour starts on taber 18 with a New Orleans arrival slated for October 24.
The department of commerce and labor revoked the license of Captain Hotville, master of the steamer Oterl, plying between the West Indies and Baltimore, for alleged refusal to aid the president’s yacht Sylph when it was disabled off the North Carolina coast on April 12.
Attorney General Charles W. Miller filed a petition in Indianapolis asking for a receiver for the securities surrendered by David E. Sherrick, the deposed state auditor. The grand jury has begun its investigation. Sherrick’s net indebtedness to the state stands at 141,292.45 dollars.
Local notices detail numerous real estate transfers to multiple buyers including Nancy A Lewis Joseph Wallace and Patrick W Kavanaugh. The list includes numerous parcels in Elnora and surrounding areas with associated heirs and trustees. Obituaries note George Wallace Bridget Buckley Edward Sturgeon Mary A Kennedy with burial details at Oak Grove St John's Montgomery cemeteries.
A weekly mail list shows remaining letters at Washington post office for week ending September 19 1904 with names of women and men. It also notes remarks from John C Chaney congressman candidate visiting Sullivan and Daviess county for a Company G reunion and his statewide plans.
Emma Rand and Mamie Harris as widows sue Jamies Harrig Coal Co for ten thousand dollars claiming that June 13 a fatal fall injured miner Jamies Harrig when entering a room to remove a car of coal. The suit alleges the company failed to provide safe timbers and adequate support.
Report says President Roosevelt's friends in the house plan to shift rail rate bill duties to the senate. It is claimed the senate holds the levers and should draft the measure as talks continue over who handles the legislation.
The Bedford council lowers the civil levy from 1.15 to 1 on the 100, saving sixty two cents per 100 and highlighting Washington’s higher tax burden. The Democrat and Herald debate city administration costs and street wages, arguing Washington’s government is larger by about 22,000 annually than Columbus, Ohio, raising questions about expenditure.
The Kentucky anti tuberculosis society will house patients in tents and buy a larger farm for ongoing care. All physically able patients will reside in tents year round.
George Miller, president of a carriage and wagon workers union in Chicago, entered a plea of not guilty to criminal conspiracy in connection with the slugging system practiced on nonunion workers.
Alexander T. Wilson of Barbourville Ky writes a letter declaring he will hunt down the man believed to have caused his sister Bessie Wilson's death in New York City. The note portrays a threatened act of retaliation by the grieving brother.
David Draper a diamond mine expert reports urging development of the decomposed mineral fields in Elliott County Kentucky. He asserts the outlook rivals the Kimberley fields and calls for immediate mining activity.
Judge Wilson of Lawrence County circuit court sustained the demurrer to Simpson B Lowe's petition against A C Voris for $10000 damages in connection with the Shafer murder cage.
A St Louis Globe Democrat analysis argues that lax Christian citizenship drives municipal ills, not party bosses alone. It contends compulsory mobilization and precinct canvassing push citizens to demand merit in nominations, potentially stabilizing politics regardless of party.
Unconfirmed reports describe General Reyes declaring himself dictator and imprisoning the members of the supreme court as revolutionary unrest spreads to Panama.
The counting of 1,258,000,000 dollars in coins and notes across the United States is finished, and experts say there are no mistakes or shortages.
The last passenger train on the Tron Mountain line for the southwest wag wrecked near Arcadia Missouri. Two trainmen were killed and fifteen passengers injured.
Five men were killed and eight injured in a collision on a branch of the Philadelphia and Reading railroad at Mount Holly Springs, Pennsylvania.
In Guthrie Kentucky a man confessed to sharing accounts with the Cumvertand Telephone Company. The disclosure ties his wife to the scheme and details remain under investigation by local authorities.
A fuse factory explosion in Avon Connecticut caused a deadly blaze. Seven workers were burned to death and many others were injured in the ensuing fire.
The Grants Farm in St Louis County Missouri once home to General Ulysses S Grant has been sold to develop an amusement park project. The sale marks a new chapter for the historic property and anticipates future recreational use by visitors.
Report says inmates at the government prison in Orel Russia rose up prompting police and troops to restore order. No details on casualties or exact date are provided.
A crowd overran Riga central prison in Russia and freed two prominent political prisoners, triggering a swift security response and sparking political tensions across the city.
The Democrats and Populists of Nebraska have united but report no fusion ticket has been nominated. No candidate details or dates are provided.
William Nicholson plans a new town site near Finion s Valley Church in Columbia Township Dubois County on the line of the extension of the soireates. The town will be named Cuzpo from the local post office. Many lots are sold and the town shows business potential. Deeds will prohibit sale of intoxicating liquors for a fixed number of years. Nicholson is related to the author of the Nicholson liquor law.
John Patterson of Loogoatee was in the city promoting a Loogoatee street fair and carnival slated for October 2 to 7. The notice highlights dates and the event as a local community or promotional feature.
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