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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1908
Page
1
Farmers report severe drought in the southern county, pleading for rain. The ground is so dry that digging is hard and corn is withering. stock pastures are ruined, forcing some farmers to sell off livestock as drought limits feed. The lack of water threatens crops and livelihoods across townships.
A group of young men from here will travel to Petersburg Sunday morning then proceed to Coats Springs for a day of picnicking. Participants include Warren Peek Walter Berry Charles Heathree and Roy Johnson with Misses Sadie Eaker Bessie Holland Clara Kefer Ethel Higgins and Betty Stearman of Louisville Kentucky joining in honor of Miss Stearman.
The will of Iute H. Calvert probated today leaves all personal and real property to his wife Martha F. Calvert. An attached codicil dated July 27, 1908 leaves everything to nephew James A. Pickett. Witnesses Eph Thman and James W. Ogden.
The assembly room has been repainted ivory and straw to look brighter. Superintendent Axtell studied the color scheme to improve the space for students. Knights of Columbus opened their twenty sixth national convention in St Louis with over 10,000 visitors and delegates.
Albion Hurrall owner of the Grand Theatre announces the popular amusement venue will remain closed until cooler weather in September. The closure aims to avoid tortid weather and keep patrons indoors. Lincoln Nebraska August 5.
A planned emancipation day celebration for Indiana’s Negroes at the state fair grounds yesterday afternoon failed to materialize with Senator Hemenway as the principal orator. About thirty-five attendees were present before Gurley Brewer reported the scene and Hemenway canceled the speech.
East Main street pool and billiard hall sold today by E Schnedier to F Bacanon. Schnedier started the business about six months ago and has built it into a success.
A vast forest fire in British Columbia devastates Fernie and surrounding towns since last Saturday. Conservative life and property losses reach about 60 deaths in estimates, with property damages possibly around 7 million dollars. Telecommunication losses hinder full casualty tallies as emergency aid flows to homeless residents.
The Sun Advertiser reports mass layoff at the B and O shop, with veterans of 25 to 50 years losing jobs. Many workers faced hardship as production cuts hit the way department, leaving about 260 men out of work across the system.
The Central Labor Union endorses Gemper's stance against perceived labor suppression and urges support for the labor cause. Delegates condemn conservative court tendencies and back the American Federation of Labor in seeking justice for injured workers.
Dubuque Iowa August 6 Senator William Maydallison died at his Locust Street home at 1 32 PM after a period of declining health and complications from grippe. Doctors Hancock and Lewis attributed the cause to chronic age related ailments with recent weakness and loss of vitality.
The article reports longtime Senator Alison repeatedly fainting under illness and age, with doctors treating him daily and a decline leading to death. It notes friends observed diminished mental faculties since returning from Washington and that the state kept his condition private. Early Tuesday morning his condition grew critical prompting immediate medical attention. In a separate item, Frank Denton is jailed in Bloomington after stabbing James Ryan in Peoria, amid lynching fears.
The Hazenbeck Wallace combined show arrives in Washington with advance personnel seeking newspaper and billboard ads. They request meat for animals and provisions for management as the Carl Hagenberg show merges with Wallace, creating one of the era's greatest animal performances.
Mr and Mrs Enos Yarbrough hosted about fifty friends from North Vernon at their Maysville road home Tuesday evening. The glassblowers orchestra provided music for the campers and refreshments of ice cream and cake were served.
An elevator at the Barnett livery stable failed this morning causing a wagon loaded with corn to drop about ten feet. The shaft beam gave way under the weight, damaging the wagon and spreading corn at the barn door. No one was injured, though two or three workmen narrowly escaped harm.
Albert Kelso sold his Pearl street property once used as a creamery to Edward Conway for 1300 dollars. Conway then sold a farm in Bogard township to Albert Algers for 1200 dollars.
After Tuesday night repairs by Alexander Wyneassir and Charles Vinciennes, the gas plant was restored to good condition. The pipeline between the plant and gas holders had been clogged with napaling and the engine had pumped air into the holders, but by Tuesday the experts corrected the issues and the plant now supplies adequate gas for heating.
The article explains two uses of high ball among rail workers. One is a drink mixed with whiskey and mixers. the other is a railway signal urging engineers to proceed to the next station. A red high ball card signals a car must be rushed ahead of nonperishables.
State board of health compiled figures show 6 720 deaths for those without occupation or with none reported. Of total 36 461 deaths for 1907, 12 844 were males and 11 443 females over fifteen, 9 170 under fifteen, 985 age unknown, and 2 018 stillbirths.
Charles Westerfeld a 22 year old assistant book keeper at the Produce Exchange bank shot himself in the book room after presenting two $20 checks with no funds. Bank officials say he was a model employee and offer no clear motive. A desert wind feature is noted about Arabia.
H. B. Forman, manager of Bonham Undertaking, traveled to Terre Haute yesterday to purchase an undertaki ng wagon. He drove it back and arrived here early this morning.
Sullivan Times cites alleged GOP break with brewers and saloon allies, claiming new conviction 'to be good you must vote for high taxes and extravagance' as a Democratic-leaning influence grows. The piece notes New York City shoe shops and a daily 28,300 pairs worn by pedestrians.
Disjointed city notes report Walnut Street school repairs and new furnace pipes, a cigar case sale, a farmer’s city visit, a Junior League meeting, weed problems in streets, a socialist speech, a Wheatland Stars game, a grape wine recipe, a nickelodeon opening, Labor Day plans, court licensing debates, and a Cumberland church gathering with doctor visits.
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