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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1908
Page
2
The Daily Democrat Boyd and Baokes issue a Wednesday August 19 1808 notice under their proprietorship. The item appears as a historic publication fragment with no clear event details.
The Prudence section notes the municipal sanitary system proposal at Bébitate Bower is postponed to September 21. Estimated system cost runs around 70 047 75 dollars excluding connections with later costs for waterworks and fittings. Some work could be done by residents but closet connections may be required and assessed, with possible savings if done by individuals.
In a wartime tone the article notes interference in politics by postmasters and other officials, condemns reformers and brewers, and reports July immigration drops per Bureau of Immigration data. It also covers Kern’s nomination at the state fair, Bryan’s planned speech, and local civic preparations.
Mrs William Jennings Bryan recounts a courting tale with scripture as humor and method. A reserved father, a Bible leaning suitor, and a witty exchange over Proverbs and Paul's advice lead to a satisfactory arrangement for marriage. The piece blends personal anecdote with Bryan's character and faith.
The article traces efforts to amend the Constitution to shift Senate elections from state legislatures to voters. It notes repeated Democratic and Republican support trends, state endorsements, and past conventions' hesitation or rejection, with key figures and party platforms cited.
A special excursion to this city will aid delegates from various locales including Montgomery Canterbury Black Oak Whitfield and St Marys. Lecture tickets go on sale next week as delegates seek rooms. Andrew Carnegie emphasizes libraries must be read studied and improved by all.
The fragment lists wagon loads of thirty bushels of coffee? or coal at 2.70 dollars and 1/9 for a sifted item, with prices per bushel 7 and 50 cents, and a wagon rate 2.10 dollars. Mentions coal selling at 12 and 10 cents for feed, with incomplete details.
Washington dispatch reports Captain William H Rovingson a longtime Republican leader and presidential elector from the Fifth district repudiating Taft over religion. He says money could not sway him to back a man who does not believe in Jesus Christ and urges Christians to support Bryan. The piece notes his past as Lily White leader and mentions other party dynamics and nominations in Chicago and Columbus.
Telegrams report Vatican gifts totaling 204700 from American groups including 1800 from Archbishop Farley 1200 from Newark pilgrims and 3000 from the American College Washington with hopes the total will near 400000 as more contributions arrive. The Hague says the US will not interfere with a Dutch demonstration against Venezuela if no Venezuelan territories are held. Other items note a pardon promise to Walker Duncan in Kentucky and diplomatic notes about property for the American College of Girls in Constantinople.
The fragment suggests a conflict over Evans and a stance on arming, with emphasis on refusal to take up armor and potential war posture. Details are unclear in the OCR.
A garbled naval telegram notes a veteran admiral nearing retirement after nearly two decades of service. The message admires his lengthy career, mentions peace conferences and the need to strengthen the fleet, and recalls his role as a senior commander amid postwar planning.
A terse Denver report describes an unusual medical operation performed at City Hospital. The note mentions a special procedure and implies state circuit involvement, though details are fragmented and unclear.
Fragmentary OCR lists include a large property purchase reference with a price around 91190 and multiple addresses in a south area. It mentions a front, back, and room details with terms like addition and larger property. The text is garbled with scattered numbers and street references.
Reports from August 19 describe Misain G. Litas and two Alpine climbers reaching Mount Hau caran's summit at about 25 000 feet amid perpetual snow. No word since Frigey on their safety or return has been received, prompting several expeditions and heightened concern.
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