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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1908
Page
5
Fireman J W Mendell fell from Freight No. 98 near a tunnel while the train passed through. He was found unconscious with a severe head wound, later deemed not serious, and taken to Seymour for treatment. The incident occurred as a heavy object reportedly struck his head and he lost consciousness.
The piece notes that banks exist in many small Western hamlets, with rural deposits growing despite earlier cautious forecasts. A cashier from a town of about 250 population west of the Mississippi river recalls a bank starting with limited deposits and modest dividends, yet reaching about 3,000 deposits and steady earnings, illustrating surprising local banking expansion.
Washington limited to scattered hits as Detroit narrowly wins 1 0. Cobb, Donovan on mound for Detroit with strong defense and key double plays. Multiple leagues games feature notable pitching staff battles and late innings, highlighting status of teams like New York, Cleveland, and St Louis.
The clipping lists varied prices and items in markets and shipping, including cattle, goods, and freight totals. It mentions tourists near Yellowstone Park and a note about moving between townships with a September 4 deadline for voting changes.
Heidelberg Aug 25 Baron Speck von Sternberg German Ambassador to the United States died Monday after an operation for cancer. He was noted for his moderate trade views with the United States and was married to Lilian Langham Kentucky beauty. The baron’s career in Washington raised relations between the two nations during his tenure.
Notice to all persons with business in Barr Elmore Bogard and Steele townships. Trustees George S. Smith Aubert A. Dillon and A L Standiford announce weekly office hours and home visits for township business. Locations include Montgomery Penns and Minors, with details and open township books for taxpayers. Ode to local offices and transfer of business in Daviess County Indiana.
Notices to all persons having business with Washington Township advising they must appear at the office in Temple. Teed, Gold, and a named official are listed as contacts for inquiries and inquiries regarding township affairs.
Plaintiffs, fallen est teers and Italian citizens, sue the Chicago and Muddy Coal Company of Dicknell for damages. They claim their deceased relative died in a mining accident after twenty three years of service and that no heirs exist except the relatives who received annual support. The suit seeks $1000 for damages.
Oscar Hutt of near Bremen loses two steer while clearing stumps with blasting caps. One steer ingested dynamite, exploded in its stomach and blew apart in a dramatic blast. The other steer was blown free by the concussion. Shocks and the blast were heard for miles as the incident unfolded near Plymouth.
A terse set of telegram items reports on political stances in Kentucky, a demand to end lynching, grisly river finds in Cincinnati and Rising Sun, a Syracuse date cancellation over fair access, a 128 year old claimed anecdote, a Somerville figure, a Birmingham night raid suit for $25,000 by Nat Frigzell, a Heidelberg death post cancer operation, a Eugene freight wreck claim, and mounting UMWA tensions with President Lewis resisting Mitchell’s era.
Constantinople Aug 25 Fire tore through five districts in the Stambont quarter from Sunday afternoon to Monday morning, destroying about 2000 houses and causing multi million losses. Rescue parties search for victims as crowds watch crews battle the blaze. fatalities not yet confirmed. Roughly 10,000 homeless reported in nearby areas.
Washington dispatch reports Rev D Brothers appealing to a local church group about disfranchisement and insults faced by Black communities in twelve states. He laments betrayal after forty years of Republican alignment and condemns Taft’s nomination as a blow to American civilization.
Weather turns cool as Mandabach Coal Co offers 25 percent off coal and bundled wagon loads. Other local ads promote BeSSDHM and Manicuring, with Dr King’s New Life Pills touted as effective family medicine.
A fragmentary ad touts Dr Calawell's Syrup Pepsin as a swift daily aid for bowel movements and indigestion. The note cites Rev AJ Fletcher of Azthsf ord and Mattie Crouch in endorsing its long standing stomach trouble relief.
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