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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1909
Page
1
Reports indicate the Hale murder case is under way with jury selection continuing amid testimony and evaluative hearings. Names of jurors and witnesses surface as court officers manage the process, detailing the pace and challenges of empaneling a second jury for the trial.
An oyster supper drew a large crowd and featured a lively program. Volunteers served hot oysters and other refreshments while proceeds supported community projects. Despite garbled text, attendees enjoyed the evening and the organizers thanked all helpers.
Governor and Attorney General meet to consider a mercy plea, evaluating standard procedures and last steps in the case. The discussions focus on legal standards and potential outcomes, with attention to the affected parties and procedural timelines.
Jefferson City Mo Feb 3 There was a lone conference at the executive mansion between Governor Hadley and Elliot W Major the new attorney general The meeting discussed a plea filed Monday supporting a rehearing of the Standard Oil case The court will determine punishment and the attorney general and possibly the governor will urge two conditions a substantial penalty and a state supervised plan for the company A decision on modification of the ouster is expected.
Bellevue Hospital surgeons attempt New York’s first blood transfusion from a white man to a black woman. Julia Herring, twenty two, suffers internal hemorrhages and dies after the operation despite volunteers.
Miss Beater, back on furlough from Thbriz Persia, will address the prayer meeting at The First Presbyterian Church tonight. She has labored there for years and is a Port Wayne native. The public is invited. Also, hear the Castles at the opera house for a music treat tonight.
The Indiana House passed a bill repealing the Sunday baseball ban by a 51 to 41 vote. Lawmakers introduced 52 new bills, including liquor regulation and local option measures, while partisan disputes erupted over a secret caucus.
A disjointed newspaper fragment describes town rites and house sessions with a focus on a Sunday baseball bill and real estate tax concerns. Mentions Mike Deton and Representative Trollus, plus references to Lawrenceville property taxes and a county firm noted for oil and revenue.
The question concerns the legality and appeal process for liquor licenses in Fountain County. The article notes potential hearings and the path to higher courts, with references to ongoing legal arguments and constitutional considerations.
A garbled report cites jurors and local names such as Charles Davis Smith and Brown, describing police activity and an army orderly, with mentions of Plainville and various locations. The text references barracks, shipments, and possible investigations but is largely unreadable and fragmentary.
A farmer was injured in a runaway near Breele township when horses bolted a farm wagon. Thomany Summers and Willi e Ford escaped serious harm. Summers suffered facial bruises and an arm injury but no fractures. They were taken to Ford's home for care and returned home soon after.
Mrs Mari B Allen a well known local widow died at her home in odgraiestony at noon after illness. She leaves four children, two daughters, the oldest sixteen. Formerly of Fosow County she was active in the M E Church. Funeral arrangements follow in Van Buren township with services at Osman compilers in Brad.
A Florence area home sent young girls from the city to a Terre Haute facility. Mrs. Delux A, secretary of the branch, supervised the transfer. These are the first persons from the city sent to the home.
News reports that diphtheria is no longer present in Washitder area and health officials praise efforts to prevent spread. Details mention households visited and affected residents, with families resuming normal routines as the quarantine ends.
A government estimate notes insect damage reduces forest and agricultural outputs. It cites loses from two major pests valued at $100 each, totaling about one billion dollars yearly. Marlatt states the figure uses harvested crop prices and excludes potential marketing reductions.
Afternoon bowling activity at the school saw Miss Lula Smith and Miss Anos C Jones win honors among teachers and ladies. About thirty spectators watched as rounds briskly unfolded. A forthcoming match between teams led by Avis and Roberts is set for 8 oclock.
The regular midwinter meeting of the Indiana Democratic Editorial Association will be held Thursday and Friday at the Denison hotel in Indianapolis. A banquet is scheduled Thursday night with speakers including Governor-elect Thomas R. Marshall, Benjamin F. Shively, and Prof. Robert J. Ley. Friday’s program features Juliet Stros of Heride on The Country Contempts, and R. C. Houston will address on Replation How To Get It along with general discussion.
Peorabury Indiana reports the White River is frozen across its width for the first time in six years with ice three to four inches thick in spots. Local skaters use the river while icemen plan to cut ice if cold spell continues. Weather worsened travel as drifts and deep snow hamper rural roads and ponds.
Seth Yarbrough wed Miss Ada Reister at St. Sitian’s parish house after a ceremony conducted with a reception and wedding dinner for the bridal party. The bride, daughter of Mrs Peter Reister of East Fifth Street, and the bridegroom, an industrious young farmer, are from near Maysville and Washington township.
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