28 Aug 1907
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1907
Page
1
City council approves a public works contract tied to the Ashe proposition amid debate over rebuilding costs and contract details. Councillor Cornellman criticizes terms and urges further consideration, with arguments over project scope and potential fallouts. Continued on Second Page.
The Alkman family home, a landmark on Sugarland field lands in Suigne od northeast of the city, sits on a high county point visible from Montgomery and beyond. John Alkman and sons built the brick structure in 1838 and 1884, with timber and brickwork noted as sturdy for the era. The old log house nearby recalls pioneer life and the family’s long history in the region.
The text traces the Aikman surname to Beoth family lines in Scotland. It links the name to Macbeth, King Malcolm, and Boethius, noting a long lineage from early Scottish history. The narrative weaves Beothus and Beothila references into the origin of the name and its possible royal connections.
Local supplier advertises prices for medications and related products. The notes list $2.50 $85.00 $3.50 and $5 for various items. No clear product names or dates are provided beyond generic medicine references.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a bounty and a pioneer, with unclear names and dates. It suggests historical focus on Alma and Daylese but provides few readable facts.
A report details a mishap where a man attempting to bring in a cow in a pasture encounters a fallen woman and a bystander. Authorities note the event occurred near Gregory and Habtoson streets in the city, with the injured woman receiving aid.
The twentieth annual reunion of the thirteenth Indian club is set for September 1 1907 at the Jaitanapertay house. Alex Raghill of Heeve township will attend as a participant, with plans to meet at the Haigh Cox store for a trout fishing event and social gathering in the days ahead.
A new coal company organized by Daviess County men plans a $160,000 capital and a shaft project across the river in Pike County. Directors include A F Cabel Thomas Harrday Charles Kittion George N Stiewie and Nathan E Kian. The firm aims to exploit 1600 acres of rich coal, with a shaft and mine to be erected and operated within weeks, as officers finalize arrangements with state officials.
Members of the Airmen Aere association gathered in Washington for the third annual reunion. Families arrived by train and car, sharing a day at the old homestead with an afternoon program and an evening ball. The group traces descendants of early pioneers and was formed two years ago in Indiana. Local pioneer John Aikman, father of thirteen, featured among the attendees.
A damaged report notes that Ed Lewte Benson and Lilite Stent Werg were refused a marriage license by the clerk. The couple reportedly eloped soon after the refusal. The article hints at questions about the woman’s age and dates but provides few clear details.
A secret music event will be held in the church on September 3 at 7 45. The performers include Hutchens of Terre and Hadi Bennatt of Vincennes.
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