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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1908

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Belleville Tragedy: Summers Kills Woman Then Dies

Grover Summers, 23, of Belleville Illinois, shot Eva Nelninger 34 in the Belleville home of Mrs Loulay McKlernon and killed himself. He had followed Nelninger from Evansville Indiana where he had been employed at a brewery. Police report indicates a troubled relationship and prior money issues. Nelninger’s body found after quick succession shots. Summers died five hours later. The incident occurred Friday afternoon in the women’s room of the Belleville residence.

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Birthday Party Fete Gifted by Hadith Romoli

Fragmentary notice describes a birthday party event for Hadith Romoli with guests and gifts mentioned in unclear lines. The text references regals and Soma men, but the exact details, date and venue are unreadable.

Vane M'Guire Leaves Publicity Role at Franklin Stores

Vane Mofulre, longtime publicity manager for the Neu & Eakridge stores, departs after more than a year of advertising and promotional work. The article notes her association with the Tulgoa music attentions and upcoming plans at Franklin College in Franklin, Indiana.

Vane Mofulre Neu & Eakridge Franklin Indiana

Fire Sweeps New Orleans Building District

A Sunday blaze damaged several blocks in New Orleans with three warehouses severely burned. Officials estimated losses between 1.0 and 2.0 million dollars as investigators searched the smoldering sites.

JORIES ORAWH Serve During the September Term of Court

A list of names and positions appears to relate to a September term of the Circuit Court in Washington with judges, clerks, and assorted officials mentioned. The text includes Henry H Hoatfield Durr and H Besger among others, along with places like Madison, Elmore, and Reeve. it reads as a roster or notice of court service and appointments.

Gine Uurring Teri Zie Ney Washington Henry H Hoatfield Durr He Thompson Washingtom Besger Minore Batelek J'Styinett Barr Thowhar J. Kinnieman Elmore Petit Jory Fork Madison Thoyatert Greebwell John Myers Reeve James Rdwirds Veale Jacob Dbliias Trnely Washin Aston Parks Eloore Joho“Kellett James PL Dant Bap Tansee Chestnul van Buren Onty Poindexter Boxgafil Slownel Wade Bogafil

Surprise Party Draws Lor Poplar Street Crowd

A community gathering on Lor Poplar Street drew a large turnout with many attendees including John and Caroline Mandsbach along with Raymann, Camilli Walter, Otto Maugho, Levy Mangii, Gerlac Drake, Fryek Wagner, Charley Walker, Oia Walker, and Sebrottars Retraghmente among others.

Poplar Mit Jhnadgame Gawdar Lothie Lilian Fafist Caroline Mandsbach Raymann Snd Camilli Walter Maran Busig Otto’ Maugho Levy Mangii Gerlac Drake Fryek Wagner Charley! Walker Oia Walker John Find Sebrotta

Arm Break Stuns Monroe City Baseball Game

An onfield accident halted a Monroe City game when a player twisted and fell after being struck by a thrown ball. He suffered a break between the elbow and shoulder, shocking spectators including Mayor Russell who witnessed the incident.

Monroe City Moncoe City Sum Nonn Locena Russell Wos Bane Peney

Shoals gathering features local names and a social event

Mrs Pauline Tove Emma Foster Lyda Cunningham Bain Purcis along with Rosy Sinters Lina Teufel joined a Sunday excursion up the river to McBride's bluff hosted by Mr and Mia Herman Force. The event honored udlL sutest with Elma Lib of Poterabure and Farris entertained Plonickers with song and dance while a festive crowd praised his singing.

Pauline Tove Emma Foster Lyda Cunningham Bain Purcis Rosy Sinters Lina Teufel Shoale McBride Mia Herman Force Udll

Atlantic City Doubt Cast on Mitch Place Claim

A fragmentary notice indicates uncertainty about a claim linked to Mitch Place in Atlantic City. The readable text offers no concrete dates or actions, leaving the precise nature of the dispute unclear.

Atlantic City Prohibition Echoes As Saloons Close Sundays

A late 19th century police bulletin notes Atlantic City bars shuttering every Sunday amid a rumor of a new law. Prohibition fears grow as hotel lounges and boardwalk cafes halt sales, with officials estimating potential losses near 150000 dollars from Sunday closures.

New-York Atlantic City On & Walerin ‘Banday Bayer Tyre Chelsea

Big Blaze Destroys Wholesale District in New Orleans

A major fire swept through the commercial district centered at Breouille and Chartres, damaging three blocks and destroying wholesale houses, plants, and small shops. Originating near Breouille and Chartres, the flames spread north and west toward Royal, with losses estimated between 1 and 2 million dollars. Firefighters fought the blaze for hours, amid explosions and overturning gatehouses, until it was brought under control late at night. Notable losses included Central Glass Co and L. T. Alcott HighHing, along with several wholesale liquor and shoe firms.

New Orleans Buriday Breouille Chartres Etreets Royal New Iequa Barre Walla Central Glage Co L. T.alcott HighHing Wholedale East Commigeion Co Paul Gelplas& Sons Uquor Isdor Kettler & Co Acts

Plainville Beats Grays 3 to 1 in Tight Ninet

Plainville defeated Grays 3 to 1 on Saturday in a close contest. O Connors and Hodge pitched for the Grays while Plainville’s offense rallied in the eighth to push ahead three runs.

Plainvills Graystat Wallington Plainville Abet Aintil Thes O'Conners Hodge Grays

Clock Stopped At Courthouse Tower

Courthouse clock stopped yesterday afternoon at 3 10. Carly West the jeweler attempted repairs in the tower but could not reach the clock to fix it before press time.

Carly West

Bakery firm sale transfers to Walker & Norris

M Vance, receiver for the Merchants Baking Company, confirms the sale of the two story brick building at Walnut and Fifth Streets along with furniture and equipment. Walker & Norris, a sterilising firm, take charge immediately and plan to push the business vigorously. The bakery had been burdened by debt, prompting receivership and a transfer to the new firm.

M. Vance Merchants’ Baking Company Soley Veopyrty Btroculyer Walker & Norris St’ Walnut Furnture and Equipment Firet-Désa Baer Walter & Norrth Big incEs

Pick Ups FRE Attend Annual Conference at Georgetown

The text notes plans for a conference to be held there in September, with show grounds and arrangements for the exhibit animals completed. A person left this afternoon and is expected to arrive by Wednesday, with campaigns and attendance details mentioned alongside local figures.

Georgetown Hk Bog Aces

Explosion Triggers Evacuation at San Antonio Barracks

A small boy reportedly touched off an Army cannon fired from the government barracks in San Antonio Texas causing a loud blast. The explosion sent a shell toward Evansville and others believed it resembled an earthquake. The city was filled with women and children as people rushed in fear while the boy disappeared.

Evansville San Antonio Texas San Fet

HagA Fight Leads to Drunk Driving Charge Trial

The report notes Hany, Wiker, and Jos Thompson face intoxication charges and will be tried before Mayor Rueill. Bers, duotss likely garbled names read as participants in a street altercation.

Hany Wiker Jos Thompson Bers Rueiell

Vagrant Bull at County Pound Awaiting Claim

A black dull ox in the pound has waited for a claimant. The bull was brought to the Poundmaster. The owner has appeared. ownership not yet confirmed. The animal is about two years old and will be sent to the county poor farm on Thursday to replace a $300 antiin charge recently incurred.

Otfan Peek Saramtay

Taken to Evansville in old mental case

William Kinnella, judged insane some time ago, was taken to Evansville Sunday by Sheriff Colbert and Deputy Colbert.

Evansville Wiliam Kinnella Insene Byangville Sherrit Colbert D. Colbert

Fragmented OCR Note on Geography and Wildlife

A mangled OCR passage discusses Great Britain's coastline as long, mentions an elevation of 2 000 feet, notes a camel in the wild, and describes a palm or tree with six million leaves. It also references sports, money, and rehearsal, with no coherent narrative or clear entities.

Joseph M. Allen Dies of Typhoid at Home

Joseph M. Allen, aged about forty three, died at his home in Worth Madison on Sunday of typhoid fever. A long time employee and trusted worker, he was described as healthy in life and pleasant in manners. Funeral arrangements are to be announced by his family.

Mr. Tate Bean Bryan Patt Mies Marsret Kelley Joseph M. Allen Allen Hia Malina Cardat Worth Madison

Heavy Load Gravel Works Observed Along Old Road

Local report notes heavy gravel load testing along an old road route. Observers say infrastructure work may proceed to support building projects nearby.

Auction at Thomas Station Draws Local Crowd

At Thomas Station a crowd gathered for a noon auction of assorted items. Names read as Lola Callendar and others were listed among attendees and participants, with several chaperones noted for the event.

Thomas

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