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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1909
Page
1
The article notes an extreme cold spell with Washington records. Sunday morning measured zero degrees, the coldest in years, while Saturday reached ten above and Friday dropped to several degrees below. Thermometers varied, but the event marks the coldest period of the season with temperatures dipping near or below zero.
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A mixed committee failed to draft a local option law satisfactory to all. The caucus adjourned without a consensus as members debated terms and potential implications.
Federal authorities promised cooperation instead of interference as Jerome's plans received approval. The shift signals a collaborative approach to the project with officials from relevant agencies pledging support and guidance for timely implementation.
Indiana Democrats caucus over repeal of county local option law enacted last September. Several members oppose repeal and a second caucus failed for lack of quorum. A six member committee drafts a bill to satisfy factions, weighing township and ward local option features with no repeal clause, while state politics remain deep in debate.
Fire swept the south side of Sullivan’s public square early today causing about 100000 in damage. The blaze started from crossed wires at Herman Schmidt's hardware store and spread to nearby shops before Masonite tempo and assistance from Terre Haute helped suppress it. Fire Chief Wilson was overcome by smoke and taken to hospital in serious condition.
Washington February 1 A key step in the Panama Canal libel probe is scheduled as District Attorney Makers seeks orders from Justice Gould to force Jo Angus Shaw secretary treasurer of the Press Publishing Company to answer questions. Shaw has refused to testify beyond formal statements, citing constitutional rights.
Washington February 1 Representative Langley of Kentucky will introduce today the Interstate liquor shipment bill drafted by the Alcohol League of America. The measure aims to remove constitutional objections raised against the Limefield bill by addressing interstate shipments of liquor immediately upon crossing state lines and preventing impermissible delegation of authority.
A new measure asserts direct congressional authority to bar the shipment or transportation of liquor to any state territory or district where such shipment could not be legally made. It aims to shield prohibition states and local option territories within their borders from cross jurisdictional liquor movements.
The Washington Opera House changes hands beginning February 1, under Cyril Dadswell of the Producing Managers Association of America. Dadswell plans improved seating, stage layout, and higher quality attractions to attract broader patronage and restore the venue as a family theater in Washington Indiana. He will oversee operations initially and may run the house himself while establishing policy, with vaudeville and moving pictures to bridge gaps between major shows. He aims to elevate the town as a cosmopolitan musement center and stop outflow of patrons to other towns.
Castle Square Entertainers will present a national fame mate quartet next Wednesday night February 3. The group has years of concert work and a wide repertoire including humorous songs and solos. Tickets are on sale at Horrall's at a popular price.
The Cincinnati Lyric Symphony Orchestra unable to reach the entertainment tonight postpones the Elke performance for a week. Invitations issued will stand. the new date will be announced later.
In Pike County Jobo Kunkle sought a liquor license as the county commissioners granted a license a year earlier but denied the application on a technicality. The state appellate court reversed the lower court, the new application was refused again on a technicality, and the case heads to circuit court with trial set for February 14. Attorneys say a win would force license issuance. Kunkle plans a saloon room. Pride has returned from a visit with relatives at Peterabars.
Harden L Hale faces retrial on a first degree murder indictment for the Sept 11 shooting of his brother in law Ham Dillion in Elmore township. The case has been delayed by ill juror, with a Feb 2 return date set for a new jury. Lawyers for both sides and an insanity expert are listed. the defendant and his wife are key witnesses.
A Bedford Democrat letter argues against State Senator Mattingly of Dayless County backing a bill to raise salaries for county officers. The writer claims legislators serve local lobbyists, not the people, and urges retirement from public life for any member proposing salary hikes to curb repeated boosts.
Tables of St. Simon's and St. Mary's meet at KH of C hall to plan the mid winter carnival set for February 11 17 and 18. General committee led by Mrs. Frank Denver and others named subcommittees including Kitchen Cake and Bread Ice Cream Fish Pond Candy Fancy Tables and more with numerous volunteers from local congregations and residents.
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