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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1908

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Padgett Boomers Parade to Bloomington for Campaign

Bloomington April 20. Padgett boomers from Daviess Martin and Lawrence counties arrived by special train and formed a parade two blocks long. The delegation, banners reading Padgett for congress, drew a large crowd ahead of the Second District nomination race. Two hundred Daviess county supporters planned to move by word and action, with dozens joining from neighboring townships to join the convention, while others rode in from the north to Bedford to join the effort. A large civic effort funded band, badges, and banners paid for by local businessmen and supporters. The press notes the extensive volunteer organization and broad backing for Padgett as the Democratic congressional candidate.

Bloomington Daviess Martin Lawrence Washington Padgett Daviera County Alvin’ Padgett Lea Assigt Fcom B. & O. Southwestern University City Democrata Barr van Buren Townships This County Martin 1 County Law Feac Montgomery Cannelbure Leogostee Daviess‘ County Daviess Coun Congress Alvin Padgett Mr. Padgett MéHenry Delegaton Thorsday Raing Daviess County Indiana Bedford Elmore Madison Townships Businesa Ugget Repubs Agwall Ick J. B. Sunat Charles Wolwett Charles McWhl- Maniy L. A. Kennedy Will. FitzGibbon Enbert McKernan Nathan Beitman Boyd Alf Tate Jodon Leigh Sanford George Greenwood O'Donnell George

Royal Arch Visitors Attract Indianapolis Men To Lodge

Local Masonic chapter hosts Royal Arch visitors from Indianapolis after cabin and evening activities. John J. Glendenning, a former citizen, supervises a meal for attendees. The degree will be conferred on several candidates. A team was scheduled for the event this afternoon with dinner served at 6 at the Masonic quarters.

Royal Arch Indianapolis John J. Glendenning

Nobody to blame in Gladiator collision verdict

A coroner's jury at Yarmouth found no one criminally to blame for the Gladiator collision near St Paul and the cruiser Gladiator. The verdict stops short of full absolution, with the case to be pursued at a court martial to examine whether any party bears responsibility, amid questions of potential miscrepancy in ballistic testimony.

Newland Donahue Wedding Amid St Patrick’s County Event

Arthur Newland and Miss Mary A. Donahue wed in St Patrick’s parish in the county’s southern area. The ceremony was officiated by a clergyman with attendees William Walp and Miss Veds Naor tis among the guests. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Donahue and the couple’s connection to a local restaurant proprietorship noted in attendance.

Arthur Newland Mary A. Donahue Wiliam “Walp Veds Naortis Otbine Restaurant Onesa James Donahug St. Patrick's Wouthern County

Johnson Still Alive After Being Caught Between Draw

Brakeman Johnson remains alive in an East St. Louis hospital after his shoulder was crushed between the drawbar and coupler on a Flora to East St. Louis freight train. He was on train 7 with conductor Wilcox and engineer Gonder when he attempted a coupling at Sango and was caught as the pin gave way, losing an arm and suffering grave injuries.

W. T. Johnson Bandoyal Illinois Sango Bim

False marriage inquiry swirls around Washington rumstban

A garbled notice from a Democrat hints at a rumored marriage in St. Louis yesterday. The text obscures names and dates, but suggests a controversial union connected to ongoing investigations.

Democrat Washington Nystel St. Louis

Stumps and Worms Haunt City Health Board Meeting

The document cites Dr. Hurty as secretary of the Health Board amid a discussion of a worm problem and related public health concerns. It notes locations in Laporte and mentions individuals Belle Gunnerson and Lucy and Philp among others, with references to workers and estimates. The text reflects a fragmented OCR segment from a historic health board report.

Laporte Gunnerson Lucy Philp Maxon

Homeland Telephone Company to Receive Convention Bulletins

H W Shaw manager of the Homeland will continue with arrangements to receive bulletins from the Second district congressional convention in Bloomington tomorrow. Bulletins will begin arriving as soon as balloting starts and observers will gather at the telephone company building windows to watch the outcome with strong local interest.

H. W.shaw Has Madel

Mosby Poker Tale Denied By Mosby Himself

Colonel Elihu Rockwood famed New York photographer died of heart disease tied to Civil War exposure. He claimed to have captured Confederacy figure Colonel John G Mosby and freed him after poker games. Mosby dismisses the tale as false, noting he was never captured or in secret fraternities.

Elihu Rockwood New York City Washington Post Coloned Rockwood John G. Mosby Rockwood Colonel Mosby Colonel Rockwood Mosby Post Dr. Goldsmith Dr. Johnson Goldsmith Magente

First Ballot Estimates in Bloomington Nomination Race

The piece surveys anticipated ballot figures for Bloomington area candidates. Gyryd J. Davis is projected with 38 of 55 to nominate, Williams Gallon of Vincennes with 22.5, Alvin Padgett of Washington with 20.5, Charles W. Welman with 17, and Robert W. Miers with 11. Estimates are uncertain and largely guesswork on the likely nominee.

Bloomington Gyryd JB. Davis Greene Lawrence Martin Owen County Williams Vincennes Knox Alvin Padgett Washington Dayless

Salt Lake Publisher Visits Indianapolis Hotel

Frank I Sefrit of Salt Lake City Utah publisher of the Salt Lake Tribune and Telegram stayed at the Claypool hotel in Indianapolis last night He joked about Indiana water and commented on polygamy noting a funeral where forty children of a Mormon apostle were present He also claimed the church leader had many wives.

Indianapolis Stat Sage Claypool Indiana Frank I. Sefrit Salt Lake Utah The Claypool & Fel Sefrit Salt Lake Tribune the Telegram Tribune Salt Lake O Mormon Charch Aisimeral Mormon Church

Ten firemen let out on B. and O division west of city

Due to slack freight business on the B and O Southwestern railway ten firemen on the division west of this city have been temporarily discharged. Extra engineers on the road have been reassigned as firemen. The cut is not expected to be long lasting as many railroad men anticipate freight revival by June.

Southwestern Railway

NOT ENCUSH QUSH GIRLS Santa Barbara April 28

Santa Barbara hosts an entertainment program in honor of the Atlante battleship with sailors and officers largely roaming free. Many youths traveled to Los Angeles. the fleet faced fog and changing conditions as ships moved southward. Luncheons and parties were held on the battleships while the dampered, light amusements drew limited local activity.

Santa Barbara Cal Miiera Ofleet Aheir Mberty Los Angele

Bells of Carneville to Open May 22 Event

Fragmented readers note a large Bells of Carneville cast with plans for a May 22 performance. Mentions Miss Anatd Brooks and Miss Ream visiting, a rink closing for the season, and a Masonic hall dance with Scobie’s orchestra.

Yahe Anatd Brooks Jas Carneville

Appellate affirm $3000 in eye injury case against railroad

William E. Walter won $3,000 from the B&O Southwestern Company after a sliver from a cold chisel injured his eye while working as a section hand. Judge Roby dissented, urging changes to permit such recovery and noting legislative need to balance employer and worker rights.

William E. Walter B.,& O. Southwestern Roby

Funeral for John Vondersmitt at St Simon's Church

The funeral for John Vondersmitt, who died at home on Meridian Street, will be held Friday at 9 AM. Services follow at St Simon's Church and burial at the local cemetery.

John Vonder“pehmitt Meridian Street

Interurban collision leaves nineteen dead near Ann Arbor

Detroit dispatch reports two Jared urban trolley cars on the Jackson & Chicago line of Detroit United Railways collided head on about 46 miles west of Detroit. Nineteen killed, many injured, four in critical condition, taken to University Hospital, Ann Arbor. Motormen Stack and Wingrave survived. Motorman Fay stayed at his post. Battered limited car estimates show extensive damage and passengers scrambled free amid screams and rescue efforts.

Detroit Jared Urban Jackson & Chicago Railway Detroit United Railways BRS Tackson Héré Gomie Univerati Pital Ann Arbor Garroring Gronni Edward Dewitt Grand Parke N. D G. W. Reave van Wert Ypatlanti Harris Switch Stack Wingrave Limited Kdd Pargensers Thins Dicken Glans Thone Adin Arbor

Rush To Pay Taxes Before Penalty Week Ends

Tax deadline looms as the treasurer’s office extends hours to catch up on delinquent entries. Clerks work after hours to process payments, aiming to prevent penalties for late taxes.

Food for Tornado Sufferers Aid Across Regions

News from New Orleans reports widespread relief for tornado victims with meals and supplies distributed by local and regional committees. Donations range between 25 000 and 56 409 dollars as investigations track fund allocations and rebuilding aid. Indiana election results note Rev Edwin Schell elected president of Iowa Wesleyan University, Mount Pleasant. Memphis reports the death of Wiley Pickering, former marcher, and deputy Radwell mobilizes to assist.

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Bailadad Not Liable In Railroad Accident Appeal

The appellate court on Tuesday ruled Bailadad not liable regarding injuries from a railroad fall. The case involved Lucy Abgggiel seeking damages after her husband died in a trackside incident blamed on an engineer’s whistle and a train striking him near two horses on the track.

Irs Lucy Abgggiel Rorsés

Time Keepers 00. Each on Bonds and Joyful

Fragmentary OCR notes reference time keepers and bonds in a garbled line. Readable facts include a price or count with the word bonds and a sense of cheer or gaiety. No clear names, dates, places, or organizations present.

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