20 Feb 1906
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1906
Page
1
Indiana governor Hanly spent Monday night in Washington as part of ongoing state business and meetings with federal officials to discuss policy and budget issues.
Frank Hanly arrived in Shoals on a special train, stayed at the Hyatt, and met politicians and citizens. Ezra Mattingly and fellow commission members joined the visit to survey the Martin County site for the state epileptic village, with a second tour also conducted near Jeffersville.
March 6 1906 approval for 150000 to buy land and erect a building requires completion within a year. Philippines notes reference to soldiers Logan and Kidwell in transit and visits. A shotgun accident injures a man in Gibson County leaving a damaged eye and facial injuries.
James Tipiosrah reported visiting Jasle Lewis, a divorced woman, and being robbed of 35. Officer Geyer investigated at the Lewis home. both Horfall and the woman were arrested. She denied the theft. a search found nothing. The pair faced charges over morality. Horfall received ten days jail under a new law. Mrs Lewis's two young daughters were cared for at an orphan's home.
Officers Geyer and Kermode were sent to Dewey Avenue on Monday afternoon to kill a dog suspected of hydrophobia. The dog bayed and snapped at passersby, causing panic in the neighborhood. The dog was shot and killed by Officer Geyer with a revolver after authorities were alerted by telephone.
Human Woodling of Van Buren township announces his candidacy for representative as a Democrat. Woodling served in the legislature in the past and is described as a careful official. W. L. Myers of Reeve town is also a candidate for county recorder, subject to the Democratic convention, noted as a young man of ability with qualifications for the office.
The Herald reports Democratic factional tensions as colleagues debate a possible extra legislative session. Key figures push for timely action while others urge restraint amid allegations and a pending jury case. The governor’s stance and county officials loom over the decision. Next Monday a high profile burglary case in the Martin circuit court may impact agenda.
The Columbian Kirmess vaudeville show drew a large crowd in Evansville with five hundred attendees. The program included acts by Mr McMullen and a dancing scene titled Her Name Was Mand, aided by a convivial supper. receipts totaled a substantial sum for the council.
City council grants Cumberland Bell Company a 35 year right to Evansville streets after protests from Merchants Exchange Central Labor Union. Franchised rate for phone service is 6 per month with three percent gross earnings share. Rip Van Winkle matinee and night show at Opera House features Harry F. Horne in leading role with strong company and praise from critics. Free band concerts at noon and 6 15 p.m. planned.
The Seichie Monday confirms the nomination of Charles G. Covert as a rat in Evansville. He must now await commission arrival and prepare a F120,000. Covert was cared in this city.
A legal petition filed in the district court accuses Gorge W. Lewid of negligence. The plaintiff claims injuries from the alleged careless actions left him permanently disabled and bedridden.
Fragmentary OCR yields a garbled report about Washington politicians and leaders on a date in February. No clear events, names, or places are readable to ground a fuller summary.
Mrs Elizabeth Coleman of Bedford district deputy of the Rathbone Sisters suspected the Washington lodge Monday night seeking clarification on activities and membership.
Subscriptions to the county fair fund reach two thousand dollars as volunteers note strong support. Organizers praise community generosity and enthusiasm for a big fair event this season.
Widow Mary E Lents of North Farm Street was adjudged insane after a fifteen year decline. An insanity commission ordered her admission to a southern state hospital. The St Marys church incident and religious tensions were noted as the scene of disturbance. Mrs William Bordesg filed the complaint.
Fourteen year sentence given to seventeen year old Awan Biggs after trial Monday in Pike Court for robbing Stilwell and Borer hardware at Winslow. Co-defendants David Chumbiby and Ned Ottweicht pled not guilty. Biggs fled town and was arrested soon after. The others were acquitted.
Fire gutted a Wheatland residence owned by Ollie Robinson, with contents lost and no insurance. A defective fuel set is blamed, and bucket efforts failed to stop the blaze. The home and cage on the property burned, with the owner planning to move soon after securing a replacement dwelling.
Bedford papers report a sprawling scandal as murder suspect faces new evidence. A grand jury may hear fresh elements from the Solidfer case, with some testimony kept secret. A woman and her son who found the clothing are said to be questioned, while prosecutors weigh whether the suspect’s guilt is proven beyond doubt.
Dr and Mrs T F Spink arrived in Louisville and met Lord Bernhardt during their visit. The event highlighted a prominent French actress observed during their engagement.
Chicago reports railroads strike back at new rate law after a conference yesterday. Passenger representatives from all lines in the anti thing met to discuss reduced transportation and fare reductions for charity events, round trips, and clergy travel.
The body of Mrs W. M. Evans, who died from consumption, was taken to Winslow for burial today. Enjuinél Gates, a sergeant of the police force, has announced his move with his family to this city in Sullivan county.
The Beatord Quadride Company prepares eighty columns for Kentucky state houses in 1872. Twenty seven feet one and one third inches high and three feet six and a half inches thick. Remaining columns are shorter and lighter. All columns weigh twenty tons each. Entire slate house will be Bedford stone.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a public visit by the president and Mr Falp to Baltimore with mentions of a sit and open events. Dense illegible text limits precise details but indicates a welcoming or official gathering in Baltimore.
Fragmentary OCR shows an invitation to a dance in Barr township with unclear names including Bradley and John. The readable portion mentions a dance after a gathering and hints at attendees from the Barr area, but essential details and full names remain unreadable.
Three boys aged youths were arrested Monday in Evansville after being accused of choosing a form of punishment. Authorities say the case involves a juvenile crime and the court faces decisions on charges and penalties.
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