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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1905
Page
2
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The Democratic primary produced a strong vote for Bolin as mayor though he is only nominally a candidate. Analysts blame the administration and a hard caucus grip, while hopefuls Keller and Alexander seek reform. Miles loses in Third ward to Luke Kennedy. Clark’s leadership faces criticism amid rising city hall costs.
Report notes Vincennes authorities stopping the legal sale of liquor at the fair’s close and mentions Loogootes reducing the civil tax rate on the hundred dollars from 75 to 70 cents while Washington debates lame tautology phrases. The piece cites Indianapolis and Washington Democrat commentary.
Grand jury in Indianapolis returns an indictment against a former state auditor for embezzlement. The case involves notes totaling about 51 000 dollars from J Atry Co and alleged schemes to settle 65 500 dollar notes. Warren Bigler, new auditor, says insurance department investigations show about 7 million dollars in securities are in good shape.
Senator Cyrus Davis of Greene county seeks the Democratic nomination for Congress in the Second district. The Bloomfield Democrat notes Republican chatter about Robert Mier as a possible rival, which he denies authorizing. Davis claims strong support from Democrats and will run a vigorous campaign on a pure democracy platform.
The Oda Fellows of Daviess County plan an all day event on October 6 with the county lodges attending. Visitors are expected. morning social time, afternoon degree work by the Vines degree team and local team, and an evening social in the Fellows hall with addresses by the Grand Master and Grand Secretary. Local loyal lodges arrange entertainment for visiting members and their wives.
The city administration defends school building costs saying debt totals about 20000 with annual interest of 1000 and a sinking fund to retire in three years. It argues Washington taxes for schools are lower than Indiana averages and set by county rather than city, countering claims of undue burden.
The city socialist meeting on Main Street nominated a ticket with Jo Bowling for Mayor, Dreyer for Treasurer, and Bastard Case for Clerk. Ward candidates include eE Y gamed in First Ward, Schale Burriss in Second, Guskius Cosby in Third, yshac Dickerson in Fourth, and Thomas Dunbar in Fifth. councilmen at large: Michaels Inkan and Daniel Pritchard. Rev Ewing Carroll, reappointed head of MBE church at Eldorado, is a Whitness county native.
Judge R. L. Stout sits in Franklin County Circuit Court and rules against the Louisville and Nashville Railroad Company in a case for 1200 penalties plus interest on alleged taxes. The ruling reflects a US Supreme Court lead cited in the small-sum docket. Heavy rainfall in New Orleans since August caused street damage and wind tore roofs, prompting authorities to order immediate repairs.
A fragmentary report describes a violent incident in Cienegos Cuba with all persons killed and many wounded. It lists Congressman Villuepdas and Chief of Police Il iance among the dead and mentions Hendas as a leader of the Liberal party and a presiding figure in the lower house.
Judge Bhiton dismisses himself from the contempt proceeding against Judge James Argia over alleged involvement in guiding away witnesses in the scandal surrounding the death of Mrs James Marco, tied to her husband’s murder.
A bomb exploded at Pekin injuring a former minister to the United States and others. Evidence before a New York committee links Senator Depew to Equitable Assurance Society transactions. The Korea steamer set a record returning to San Francisco from Manila. George Ford, who killed his wife and three children, is described as a maniac with lucid intervals and threats.
France and Germany through diplomatic representatives reportedly reach a complete agreement on all disputed points regarding the Moroccan question.
The adoption plan by the missionaries outlines a neutral buffer on both sides of the frontier between Sweden and Norway. It specifies zones to reduce conflict and guide cross border activities.
Rail crash at Paoli Station involves conveyances including a passenger train. reports indicate multiple deaths and numerous injuries amid a wider derailment incident. Authorities investigate cause and coordinate emergency response.
Indictments allege twenty eight insurance agents from Adbtabula Ohio conspired to violate state and trust laws. The cases stem from a soft visit by Peter Heanor of Ethridge Tennessee and involve county commissioner McArtor of Daviess County.
The Cumberland Presbyterian church at Martinsville adjourned to meet in Layton in March and April 1906. The meeting praised Rev Sproul for South Indiana work and endorsed missions in China. Moderators and officials from Indiana synod and Washington were noted.
The Elnora fall festival and stock show drew large crowds over three days with strong merchant backing and premiums awarded Friday. The new exhibition hall built by Wes Whisman showcased fruit vegetables and other entries while shooting galleries and side shows entertained attendees. The event boosted town pride aided by stronger sidewalks and a growing business district though corn displays were down due to a summer storm. Organizers plan a permanent association to host annual fairs and attract factories to Elnora.
The five complaints against Clifton Pangle and three other Vincennes men for selling liquor at the fair grounds were dismissed. The defense argued affidavits failed to state offenses. Ministers who urged the case did not appear, leaving only arresting patrolmen as witnesses.
A stranger passed a counterfeit twenty at an Oaktown hotel and got a meal plus $19.25 in change after a hard luck tale. The hotelkeeper discovered the fake note when the man left, and did not pursue recovery. The incident occurred around noon Thursday.
The suit of Erastus of Roberts against the M. E. church of Linton moved from Greene county circuit court to Knox county circuit court and has been brought to the Davies circuit court on another change of venue.
The Merchants' Guide Book by John O'Neal Jr. and Hiram McCafferty is completed and available for merchants. It lists individuals buying on credit and their ratings for quick reference.
J F Matthews plans to open a lunch room on east Main street next week. The shop will feature fish oysters and a variety of game. Mrs Meda Wadsworth of Eaglesville visits Wi 5 Johnson and family.
Obituaries report deaths in Barr township and nearby towns including John Maher aged eighty six, Frank Swaller, Emily Gates, Blanch Queen, Mrs. John Fitzgerald, Susan Young, Jane Keene, Mary Morton, and others. Details include next of kin, residences, burial sites such as Bethel and Sullivan, and causes like typhoid fever puerperal fever cancer of stomach and heart rheumatism.
John R. Bonnell the deputy revenue collector of Crawfordsville appointed John C. Carothers Tuesday as deputy for the fifth division. Carothers, ex-auditor of Martin county, is praised by the Loogootee Tribune and friends anticipate a successful administration. Salary is $1200 yearly plus expenses. division includes Knox, Daviess, Pike, Martin, Orange, Dubois and Gibson counties with residence in Shoals.
Hugh L. Cox of Hugh L. Cox & Co. announces a farming advertising plan sending the Farm Home, a Springfield Ch. publication, to 1,000 farmers in Daviess County for a year.
In Loogootee on Sept 29 1905 Mayor W K Penrod acted on Attorney General Miller's guidance and collected a five dollar docket fee paid into the city treasury. The attorney general confirms in a May letter that in cities of the fifth class the mayor serves as coroner and collects a five dollar docket fee for the city.
Nine teen Bert Holland of Odon is reported to be suffering brain fever and in grave condition after illness Wednesday. A Bloomfield doctor and relatives described a dangerous state though a later telegraph note said he was improving. His marriage to Gragy Alcorn of Owjnaburg occurred about three weeks ago.
Growth in Jasper continues amid challenges with new enterprises starting locally. Citizens are urged to support ventures and teamwork to boost prosperity, while critics predict failure and the public urged to encourage positive enterprise growth.
Milton Sutt reports that Hastings acted as special judge in the Shoals hearing of Joseph Workman versus William Workman to quiet title and claim possession of 428 acres in Martin County. Alvin Padgett appears for the plaintiff while Gardiner Tharp Gardiner and Ogden Ihman defend. Jury retired at noon awaiting Judge Houghton's verdict.
The Seymour Republican reports Dr Hyde will move to Seymour as presiding elder of the Seymour district with his family expected to arrive next week. Locals anticipate a welcome for the clergy family.
Tréabier Truelove states that state auditor orders will be complied with. Tax payments are due. the ebooks will close on the first Monday in November.
Oliver M. Vance of Sugarland buys the two story frame house of John W. McCarty on Herron Street for 4 cash 2,500. Vance plans to move to Washington to reside about January.
The Indianapolis News reports a new 325 mile railroad linking Evansville and Indianapolis via Logansport and Indiana Harbor. The Chicago Indianapolis Evansville Railroad company filed condemnation suits along the Ohio River front at Evansville and plans surveys from Evansville north and Bloomington south. The line would pass Vanderburgh, Warrick, Gibson, Pike, Dayless, Martin, Lawrence, Monroe, McLean, Johnston, Marion, Hamilton, Boone, Clinton, Seward, Cass, White, Jasper, Starke, Porter and Lake counties.
Fragmentary OCR notes imply a governor emphasizing official duties over personal ties in the state leadership role. The text mentions the governorship and state laws, suggesting a formal stance on governance rather than politics of friendship.
Large crowd attends the funeral of James Franklin Swallers of Steele township at Cornellsville on Thursday. His wife and daughter are ill with typhoid.
Loogootee Tribune reports interest in a grand jury investigation into the Washington Loogootee Interurban railroad project. The piece notes hopes for a thorough search and inquiry into tensions and alleged issues surrounding the rail venture.
In Steele township Typhoid deaths are noted for Ms ao Swallers and Susan Young with burials at local cemeteries. Carrie EB Sutherland is listed as a ten month old child. A Washington post office reminder lists remaining letters for the week ending September 1905 and notes advertising charges. Marriage licenses issued include Orchard Brown and Vaguer Osho and Mary Jennet Vagler. Hall’s Catarrh Cure is advertised with testimonials and price.
Wilbur Acton buys James Jacks on interest in the Main Street barber shop. Jackson has left to live in Loogodtee.
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