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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1909
Page
2
The Daily Democrat reports Boyd pushes Backes to lead a decisive result. Wednesday coverage highlights key plays and a strong team effort sealing the victory.
A cluttered item suite reports on political maneuvering in Congress, protests by the Knights of Labor to demand higher pay, New York youth court pleas, Indiana clerical appointments, and Alabama voters rejecting a prohibition amendment. It portrays tense public discourse and economic pressures across states.
An irregular, garbled OCR passage describes local town issues and opinions about Princeton and nearby merchants. It mentions banks, merchants, saving, notes, and attitudes toward town status, with uncertain references to dates and people.
The Sullivan Times argues a federal court ruling dissolving Standard Oil remains mostly symbolic, noting big trusts still thrive under Republican government. It critiques campaign finance and party control, suggesting trusts depend on government stay in power for profit.
Indiana seekers for federal posts await fate as Senator Beveridge returns to Indianapolis. Reports say he has not fully committed to any candidate, while hundreds of party workers offer services for patronage. Many editors may be rewarded as appointments near.
The Indianapolis Star notes the Supreme Court is on vacation after the November term. It will reconvene on December 7 or 1st Tuesday in December to decide on county option. Many expect a ruling by January or February due to the case’s complexity and authorities cited.
A lengthy report details court activity in a wide fraud scheme spanning several counties. Dozens of defendants faced charges related to wine shipments, forged credits, and staged shipments. Investigators traced misissued payments and false invoices, highlighting a network of merchants and laborers involved in the scheme.
A discussion on whether counties should produce commodities themselves or import them, weighing the efficiency and taxation implications. It explores government roles in tariffs, internal taxes, and the impact on unemployment, property owners, and market prices, referencing exchange, taxation, and policy as tools.
The Rexall line presents separate medicines for stomach upset indigestion and dyspepsia with specific benefits. Rexall Dyspepsia Tablets promise relief, backed by novelty packaging and guaranteed satisfaction with a 2 cent price and 7 per pack option. Jackson's Pharmacy is promoted as the sole Washington distributor, urging customers to compare prices and buy promptly.
The appeals division of the District of Columbia grants a stay of execution for Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Frank Morrison of the American Federation of Labor in the contempt case pending a further review. Mitchell Dunphy remains free on bail as the matter continues.
Reports from Binefields Nicaragua describe Gen Matty leading revolutionary troops to defeat 1000 Zelaya forces at Las Sajivas near Touaz mine. Casualties were eighty Zelaya killed and many wounded. revolutionaries reported twenty killed. Stavanger arrived from New York with arms and recruits strengthened rebel ranks.
Chaotic OCR lists live stock quotes and commodity prices with scattered numbers. Mentions wheat corn and various grain futures, traders and buyers referenced in fragmentary form. The piece hints at a daily market snapshot from Chicago with mixed prices and unidentified items.
Mrs Rhinevault of Vestal Center New York extols Electric Bitters as a divine gift for women cleaning nerves insomnia melancholy headache backache fainting and dizziness. The tonic promises buoyant spirits vigor and a healthy hearth and is sold for 50 cents by W C Betta.
An old advertisement touts Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a remedy for pimples sores skin conditions and chapped hands. It claims it softens skin and improves complexion and mentions 25 cents at W. C. Betts.
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