Ten Saloon Prohibition Push Aims at Edwardsport
In Knox County Edwardsport township, backed by temperance supporters, filed a petition Friday to close ten saloons including in Easton, Sandtown, Edwardsport and Westphalia. It shows signatures of more than two thirds of township voters, with 416 needed for the fence. Proponents expect further action as petition moves to next stage.
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Banket
Wise
Knox County
Exsion
Sandtoro
Eawardayort
Westphalia
Fenee
Knox Gounly
Tae
Harvey Hite Accused of Violating Postal Laws
Harvey Hite, a well known local figure, is accused of postal violations. He was arrested Friday afternoon and brought to Bueneville for appearance before Judge Warle of the Federal court. The case involves advertising matters tied to a nine month period and prime movers in a suppression effort.
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Harvey Hite
Lear
Harvey Hitt
Pines
Rankin
Hitt
Bueneville
Judes Warl
J -Federal Court
Chon
Waa
Waheworn
McAllee
I P Coke
Anthony Coniston
Ani
Itfa
I7orne
Petgraburs
Lawrence County Gounty and Monroe county race recount demanded
In Lawrence County and Monroe County the Republican nomination race faced turmoil as ballots reportedly burned prompting a recount demand. Ira C Batman, a candidate in the Lawrence primary, faced criticism from rival leaders while officials investigated the irregularities and public sparring intensified in local papers.
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Lawrence
Monroe
Ira. c. Batman
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Democratic township conventions to nominate county officers
Notice details mass meetings for Washington and nearby townships to select delegates and alternates to the county convention on March 18 1908. It lists precinct by precinct delegate allocations for governor candidates and notes the overall 397 delegates. Also mentions local township nominations and a central committee setup.
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Nolipe
Daviess County
Mass
Marvel
Washington Township
van ‘Dee
Bogards
Steele
Gotts
Plainville
Teorae
Kice i Entrman
Andi
Toass
Beenwood
Chatrean
Af van Inwood
Mad ‘Odon
Wasco
Vigilance and Influence in Denver Political Debate
A fragmented report details disputes over supervision and duty among Denver delegates and watchdogs. It cites Herman Rider York and Brian as figures in a contested process, with calls for orderly conduct and representative duty by a central body.
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Denver
Deleo
Thay
Herman Rider
York
Uip
Brian
Baya
One Hundred Years Ago Things Are Different Now
A reflective look contrasts life a century ago with today. The piece notes stark changes in transportation, communication, wealth, labor, and daily living, mentioning early rail and stage travel, limited newspapers, the telegraph, and the absence of labor unions. It cites Washington’s estate and the era’s social conditions, including wages and postage costs.
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New York
Philiaviphis
Alleghanlea
Vincennes
London
Waterloo
America
Tie Graygoore
Reminiscences Echo Old Washington County Courts and Farm Life
A lengthy reminiscence recalls courtship days and rural routines in Washington County. Elder residents describe past weddings, farm chores, wheat sowing, haying, and daily meals, with anecdotes about neighbors, aging, and community bonds. Personal recollections highlight long-vanished customs, family duties, and simple social joys.
Dividend Declared At State Bank Of Beas Town
Browne’s State Bank of Beas Town has declared a dividend of 16 percent to depositors. This brings the total to 48 percent, with a 26 percent final dividend anticipated. Samuel Ly Wallace of Indianapolis, an expert accountant, is examining the bank’s books as of February 29.
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Nappleby
Autopé
Yutertio
Lincoln
Thomas
Jeféreda
United
Kentucky
United States
France
Austria
Britain
Ifm
Juhd Lingeal
Phpiadelphhli
Aitimore
Indianapolis
Ypr
The
Beas
Browne
Codesale
State Bank
I Woetown
Samuel Ly
Wallace
Indi
Lanapolis
Untitled fragment from dry goods listing
A damaged OCR fragment shows a dry goods department listing with references to gipbraidery turnovers ribbons embroidery and Valence insertions. It mentions pricing and yardage in sparse, unclear terms, indicating a sale or stock description with several fragmented measurements and items. The text is garbled and partial.
Fragmentary Catalog Item Lists From An Old Ledger
A fragmentary line reveals embroidered items and napkin lace notes, including a 2 shilling tam o shanter section and a torched lace valued at twenty. Also mentions ladies stockings or hose supporters sold as a pair, with unclear pricing.
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Broiderles
Neertons
Ote
SPECIAL 13 CENT MONEY SAVER DAY BY DAY SALE
A fragment notes a Monday sale event described as a money saver daily feature tied to a department. Readable details are limited, but the item signals a promotional price strategy with a focus on savings and department involvement.
Local sale items list odd assortment of goods
The page fragment shows a Tuesday sale with mixed prices on a variety of items. It mentions buttons thread pins and a range of small goods offered at low prices. The garbled text notes plan and timing for a local clearance sale with notes about clothing items and accessories.
Fragmented ad notes price hints and phrases
A partial OCR line hints a Thursday ad mentioning heat 10 cent items and a 20 cent sale. It references pass cent tolvet soaps and American brand items. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear event or outcome details.
Friday These Friday bat fascinate the wire
Fragmented OCR text presents scattered phrases about bats, Thors, Lonitse, a game, and spectators. No coherent events or identities form a clear news item. The readable fragments suggest a sports or entertainment context but lack concrete details.
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Lin
Washington
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Ghley
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Averlay Sale
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Henigh
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