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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1907

Page

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Sudden Death in Southwest Tragedy Shocks Bassett Family

William E Bassett dies suddenly in Deming New Mexico just days before expected September visit. Coroner in Deming asks for instructions on disposition of the body as relatives report improved health prior to death. Bassett, about forty five, left Daviess County to ranch in the northwest after illness and leaves three brothers and two sisters. Funeral planned likely at Veale Creek Baptist church southeast of the city. Joseph L Feagan also dies after a critical illness with diabetes. services set for Saturday at Oak Grove Cemetery.

William E. Bassett Deming New Mexico Washington Bassitt Southwest Bassett Alefrei Bassett Aia James -B- Arthur Maryei John Bassett Texas Milton “Bassett Ore Hunter Barr Charles Portersville Road Wasington Milton Bassett Noo Ead Veale S' Creek Ukely Hela Joseph L. Feagan Joseph L. “Feagan Fegan Hichard Feagan Oak Grove

Nail Driven In Wrist Injures Farmer Near Cornettaville

A farmer near Cornettaville drove a rusty nail into his wrist while hammering a board, the nail penetrating about one inch. Dr H Holder dressed the wound, swelling and high fingers followed on arrival, with risk of tetanus noted. Professor Risley of Peterburg High School has resigned for a similar position.

A K. Editon Cornettaville Eaton H. Holder Risley Tha! Peterburg Boro Kentucky

Freight collision damages engines near Caseyville

A derailment on the H and O southwestern line near Caseyville Illinois injured a fireman and damaged engines. Two freights collided on the main track between Caseyville and Hawker causing track detours and several freight cars to pile up. Train crew reported delays estimated at about three hours.

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The Circles at Vincennes Show Attraction Draws Big Crowd

Reports from Washington indicate strong turnout for the Hagenbeck and Wallace shows to be presented tomorrow. Audiences from nearby counties plan to travel, leaving their teams to view Carl Hagenbeck and the Great Wallie acts together.

Srestaton Vincenned Hagenbeck Wallace Éirsus Washington Fritchton Ishington Toy Carl Hagenbeck

Catholic Foresters Conventioneers Ban Liquor Dealers

The International Convention of the Catholic Order of Foresters in Saint Paul approves an amendment to the constitution excluding future liquor dealers both retail and wholesale and bartenders from the order. The action was reported from Saint Paul Minnesota on August 8.

St .Paul, Minn International Convention of the Catholic Order of Foresters Lquor Dealera

Labor Day Plans By Local Machinists Guild

The local machinists guild announces a large Labor Day celebration to be organized by the observance committee. Members vow a public event with speeches and activities for workers.

Labor Day Parade Planned by Local Machinists at Old Fair Grounds

The International Association of Machinists will celebrate Labor Day in the city. A parade at the Fair Grounds with Citizens Band music is planned with over 1 000 expected to participate. Local speakers will give addresses and an evening program will close the day with Knights of Labor involvement noted.

International Association, of Machinists Efor Avg Washington É Wng

Lightning Kills 150 Birds By Sycamore Tree Front of Home

A bolt struck a large sycamore in front of Hrank Chapman's residence last night, killing about 150 birds. The tree itself sustained no damage and the incident was witnessed by neighbors.

Hrank Chapman

Progress in Poultry and the Rise of Modern Breeds

The article traces the origins of chickens from Asia to Europe and America, noting that domestic fowl were scarce in the Americas until well into the 17th century. It highlights the 19th and 20th century surge in poultry breeding, driven by enthusiasts, leading to over a hundred distinct breeds produced through selective breeding and scientific methods.

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Poultry Industry’s Vast Growth Outlined by American Farmer

The piece notes the explosive size of poultry and egg trade as vital to national food supply and capital formation. It highlights large Pennsylvania farms with 82 acres and 12 000 square feet of floor space, supplying New York firms with thousands of dozen eggs weekly. It cites electricity heated systems and massive investments as evidence of decades of expansion driven by innovation and enterprise.

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Fourth Venture Ended in Elopement and Departure

James P Harbin aged about sixty from Bicknell and Miss Cora E Pressey aged twenty five married at the county clerk office in Vincennes and left for Bicknell. Harbin had been divorced from Mrs Harbin No 1 in 1848 and two wives died later. They plan to reside in Bicknell for a peaceful marriage ending.

James P. Harbin Baecher Cora Vincennes Har Harbin Iprain

Barn Destroyed by Storm Near Cannerburg

A barn was burned during a storm when lightning struck the outbuilding near Cannerburg. Mrs. William Scholl reported the fire and left for Loogooteb after visiting Dr. Strangeland’s family this afternoon.

Gég Cannerburg William ‘Scholl

Hard Luck of Gas Addicks

Former senator once stacked up to 20 000 000 in gas industry fortunes. Ambition and decline mark the tale as the Addicks face hard luck in a period of shifting markets and political currents.

Addicks' Third Wife Sues for Divorce and Funds Revealed

The Delaware financier Gast Addicks faces a divorce from wife No 3 as court papers reveal her control of about 750000 dollars in stocks and bonds and 200000 dollars in jewels from his wealth. She also holds the Lyntwood Del home valued around 50000 dollars while wife No 2 who died left 309000 dollars to her, all traceable to Addicks. His daughter by wife No 1 is named his heiress in a unique political twist.

Gast Addicks Maryland Tom Lawesides Lyntawood Del Cap Addicks Delaware Mra. Addicks

Promotion for Nino Taylor in U S Express Service

Nino Taylor youngest son of Col H. Taylor of Norwood receives a fine promotion in the United States Express Company. After ten years in service and the last six at Beloit he moves to Rockford to take charge of the Rockford office, leaving Beloit August 15.

Norwood Taylor H. Taylor Hiss Express Company Beloit Rockford Daily News Nino United States Express Padumd

Mining Machinery Bought for Mandabadi Mines Outfit

Contracts have been made for a complete outfit of mining machinery for the Mandabadi mines on the Lil it farm. Shipment will begin next week and the equipment will be installed at once.

Lilit

Wallace Walker Quits B and O Southwest Run Machine Shop

Wallace Walker leaves his post in the B and O Southwest run machine shop and plans a move from Saturnay to Hot Springs Arkansas seeking health improvement due to climate change.

Wallace Walker B. & O. Southwest Run Wil Saturnay J Hot Springs Ark Jimr

Storm Kills Seven Sheep Belonging to Harvey Hyrer

Lightning struck during the storm on Wednesday morning, killing seven sheep owned by Harvey Hyrer near Eaglesville. The animals were under a tree when the bolt struck.

Sheen Harvey Hyrer Eaglesville

Bryan and Folk to Speak at Indiana Modern Woodmen Event

Large crowd expected as William J. Bryan and Governor Folk are slated to speak at the Indiana Modern Woodmen annual gathering in Vincennes. Organizers anticipate a day of speeches and community events with leaders confirming plans.

Vincennes, Te Augustin Willam J. Bryan Governor Folk Indiana Modern Woodmen

Godiva Legend Reimagined in Modern Theater Piece

A fragmented OCR passage presents a Shakespearean era theme about Lady Godiva and a modern stage adaptation. It references a controversial nude ride, historical imagery, and a reckoning with female agency within a theatrical context.

Surgeons Aid Insect Future Repronguing Operation

Ambiguous OCR text describes surgeons and a future operation in chaotic phrasing. It mentions doctors, tide benefits, exhibition pictures, and public access concerns. The fragment hints at entertainment and pricing debates affecting broad reach but lacks clear events or entities.

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