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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 11, 1908

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Thief Tries Window in Southeast Home Attempt

An attempted break in occurred Friday night at A. J. Donaldson’s southeast First Street residence. Mrs. Donaldson alerted neighbors by telephone after a prowler, possibly seeking robbery, tried to raise a window. The intruder escaped when the telephone bell rang. Police monitor peeping, with past incidents noted and potential charges if caught. Burlett and Seals face liquor and assault charges connected to a Pat Folley saloon incident. Hurlett’s role also under inquiry.

A. J. Donaldson 1St Street Don Fyideon Bery

Fragmentary 19th Century Sidelight on Arrests

A garbled report describes individuals Burrett and Beals in a confrontation with Detnicg and Ih broifier entering and ordering actions. Seals allegedly led to a detention with Bar lett seized by Cyilewr Rogeo who had Bar lett arrested. Burlett initially refused jail attendance due Hoyer’s anticipated consequences.

Burrett Whiie Beals Barlett Burlett Hoyer

Seven Brothers Aid Salvation Army Chaplains in Transit

A Salvation Army official, Captain Routers, travels from Routers of South Beach to Washington with five charges of the Washington pore. He is a brother of Captain William Bowters of Linton and has ties to the Bouters in the Salvation.

Chaves Nay Tocal Salvation Army Routers South Beach Washington Linton Captain Routers Capt Winiam Bowters Ageo Pated Horn Bouters Salvation

Explosion at Town of Odon Shakes Nearby Residents

A large blast rocked the town of Odon early today sending shockwaves through streets. No injuries are confirmed as authorities inspect the damaged area and debris scattered across the main square. Residents report a bright flash and a loud boom. Firefighters cordon off the site while investigators search for a cause. Several structures show extensive damage, with emergency crews evaluating further risks.

Explosion at Odon Wounds Several. Postmaster Named

A blast rocked Odon on Friday causing multiple injuries as bystanders near the scene were struck. Relief supplies including healing balm were ordered for immediate delivery. News linked the event to the appointment of Norry H. Crooke as postmaster, amid local political chatter in Madison Township.

Odon Madison Norry H. Grouke Magison Joturnality Tan Repubiican Washington Chryk Temple Court Gor Crooke Chaney

State courts must protect rights against powerful corporations

The Passage argues state courts should uphold constitutional protections against railroads and big corporations, warning that federal courts cannot supremacy deprive states of remedies. It urges expanding state power and federal support to shield property rights and citizens from court-access distortions.

Remy Sfederak Atds Bhalki Aurisber’ Sens Disti North Carolina Dorporg Muturak Jogotes Ieri Caure United States Hherty Ang New Jersey Union United States Court Congress

Dimpled Chin Solicitor Targeted In Circulation Effort

Evansville April 21 Mrs Flora Lawrence seeks divorce from her husband Fred Lawrence after he returned to find her married to another man. Wilfred Lawrence also sues for divorce in Petersburg Indiana. Waldo Hall files for divorce as second husband in Vanderburg circuit court. Sheriff Hanson serves papers on both suits to Flora Lawrence.

Evansview Flora Lawrence Enochi Wilfred Lawrence Hushand Nav Petersburg Indiana Waldo Hall Hashend No. 2 Vanderburg Hanson Eitemona Birs

Mass County Democratic Convention Notice 1908

Notice to Democrats in Daviess County Indiana of a mass county convention at Zinkah's Hall Washington on April 25 1908 at 2 pm to select fourteen delegates and fourteen alternates for the Second District convention in Bloomington on April 30 1908. Delegates apportioned Washington four Barn two each of the other eight townships one. Also to transact other business. By order of the democratic central committee. P McHenry County Chairman Hl Bordinet Secretary.

Daviess County Indiana Zinkahs Washington Bloomington Barn Democratic Central Committee P. McHenry Bordinet

Riley Club Meeting at Greenwood Home

The Riley club was pleasantly entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Greenwood last evening. Communism and Social Dreamers were discussed. Mrs. M. Carnahan, Mrs. Anna Gibson and Miss Rena Allen attended the thirty second annual meeting of the Waemen's Society of the Vincennes Presbytery and have returned to Washington.

Riley Club Arthur H. Greenwood Carnahan Anna Gibson Rena Ailen Waemen’s Society of the Vincennes “Presbytery Washington Vincennes Commercial

Passage of the Park Ordinance

Passage of the Park Ordinance will not be attempted by any party or official at this time. The fragment suggests action or debate but lacks concrete details, dates, or named entities. Further readable material would clarify the exact stakeholders and outcome.

Public meeting on measure delays and park funding plan

A report of a Monday night council discussion on passage of a second reading measure to fund a park by leasing land east of the fury arena for five years at $100, $200, and $300 yearly terms with city option to buy at lease end. Business leaders favor passage citing financial benefit. opponents argue affordability and timing concerns.

Peasure Tlenty Pt Tigre Praia Wyl Vege Street Railway Company Ordinanse Fury Iease

Revival Services At St Marys Church

The church announces revival sermons by Rev J at 10:30 a m and 7 p m with Sunday school at 9 15 attended by parishioners. A circular from Brewery Workers campaign is to be circulated locally and discussed during evening services. The Kerr brothers will resume their work daily.

Kerr Fig E Winien H.W. Kerr Yoylos Opéra House Pie Opera R Cumberland Presbyterian i Thible Twiller and Mediate C. EL P. S.C Miss. Andghs John Welsh H. Miller Hvansville Diana Presbytery Breweryi Workington Kerr Brothers Bath Rev

Eye ailments and remedies from old time notes

Fragmentary OCR text hints at eye fatigue watery eyes and remedies. It references looking and staining or cleansing, mentions examination and proper care. No clear individuals organizations dates or places are present.

America's Five Greatest Men Revealed Name List

Shyelp names five prominent figures as the living greats, highlighting Guiy and Monia among the top predecessors. The list emphasizes influence, achievement, and public stature across sectors, with a focus on enduring legacy.

Shyelp Fke Guiy Monia

Five Democrats Invited to Great White House Event

An early 20th century account notes five invited Democrats described as distinguished citizens amid a White House gathering. The piece comments on political figures and factions, praising the assembled individuals while hinting at their influence and future roles in American governance.

Hoosqvett Thas Sus O. K Jon PS Aera Dana Mitchell Congress White House United White “House

Funeral service for GullIVan held with many attendees

Fragmentary report notes Gullivan funeral was held with numerous local attendees. Details are unclear due to damaged text but indicate a formal ceremony and community turnout.

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