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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1908
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered names and phrases across a small town page. Mentions include Wentner, Intech dopelas tong probly idupwea, Pritts, Andrew, Bed Waller, and picking up a list of odd items. The readable bits suggest a local column with assorted notes and names rather than a single clear event.
A garbled 19th century clipping notes honors for postmaster Pixley from the Royal Geographical Society and a chevalier award. It cites his prior service, a presidential connection, and mentions other political figures and events of the era without clear dates. The piece reflects ceremonial recognition within a broader political context.
An OCR fragment references water wagon issues and a dispute involving Cleveland Lender and Pacific. It mentions Carnegie and Soul D, plus a large sum in the United States context and uncharted islands near the Philippine archipelago. The text is fragmented and lacks coherent narrative.
A garbled early column offers home tips on cleaning silver with a paste of whiting and ammonia, applying with a push, and not using soap. It warns against washing molding boards with heavy glaze, advises rinsing in hot water, and cautions about lingering fishy smells and utensil cleanliness.
Fragmentary notice for Lonjon Journals at NZ O-By, with cryptic pricing and access terms. Reading like an 1872 English etchings note, it references British museum revelved and a general warning about admission restrictions on bodies.
An old fragment reports a peculiar flowering tree near Hunton bearing two colors. It notes a large number of blossoms, mainly yellow and red, with descriptions of fruit and stalks. The text is garbled but mentions cherries, seeds, and leaves along a stem, with unclear figures and possible prices or counts.
A fragmented theater listing shows Majestic Theatre presenting Brank Bulan and four bands. Readable bits reference show names and venue but lack full details, timing, or dates.
Fragmented personal notices show names such as John Chestnut and Hugh Palth visiting, with references to Patol, Upatunapotle, Winora az woon, and Washington City. Funeral attendance for Chief of Police Ea Pullet noted. political chatter about Lockwood, Barry Reiddl, and March 38 election hints. Also ad chatter for cures and remedies including King’s New Discovery and Hood’s Mountain Tea.
A fractured Washington Letter notes rough handling of the paper due to high activity and cash control debates. It discusses the cost and maintenance of U S paper and a Senate ventilation project at the Capitol, plus government transport and officials’ carriages. Roosevelt’s visit to Washington is mentioned with plans to maintain Jackson’s tomb and Hermitage expenses, including gifts and state contributions.
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