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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1908

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Sermon on the Second Coming by Rev. Sherman

The Rev. Warren G. Sherman of Seemimento California preached on the second coming of Jesus to a good sized Presbyterian Church congregation. He cited scripture and argued the Holy Ghost does not replace Christ in the promised return, and that the event could occur at any time with signs in the heavens and earth. Sherman, raised in this city, plans to visit Winona in August to assist at the Bible school meeting.

Warren G. Sherman Seemimento California Jesus Presbretian Sherman Jeeug Galilee Christ Winona Bible School

Runaway Boys from Orphans Home Nabbed at Shoals

Bert Gilmore twelve and Oliver Lemmons fourteen escaped Thursday night from the orphans home. Tuesday they were found at Shoals Sunday morning in poor condition after a fall and hunger. They were brought to the excursion and may be sent to reform school.

Bert Gilmore Oliver Lemmong Shoals Reform School Shoaie Sundey

Reform school decision after county wine escapade incident

The text notes injured individuals received breakfast dua and were taken to the city on an excursion. The county faced about $10 in losses from a wine escapade. The court ruled the act would not count toward certain penalties and suggested further action.

Narrow Escape for Sum Boy from Ice Wagon mishap

An incident occurred this morning when George Sum stepped on a single tree while descending from an ice wagon. The tree slipped, he fell between the tree and the shafts, spooking the horse which ran briefly before being stopped. No serious injuries reported.

Fe Sum Rodaway George Sum

District Conference Opens in Vincennes With Bishop Moore

The district conference for the Vincennes district of the M B church meets this evening in St Louis. Bishop Moore will occupy the pulpit tonight and several local pastors including Rev W Hart and Rev Frank Burna will attend. The sermon by Rev Hart is on tomorrow’s program.

Dfairtet Conference Vincennes M. B Loo Gootee Bishop Moore Wright Pred W. Hart Frank Burna Mr. Hart

Pushing Water System Expands to Reach All Areas

A new water company ad touts pure water quality and a recent meter rate reduction. It plans to extend service 80 to in time reach everybody and anticipates strong public support for the enterprise under new ownership.

Attenton

Shooting affray in Worthington leads to police intervention

In Worthington Indiana on a Saturday night Officer Irving Ray attempted to arrest Tom Westenhaver on the main street. Westenhaver drew a knife and slashed at the officer who then used a mace and fired his gun. Westenhaver later seized a Winchester rifle but was stopped by his father who took the gun. he was shot through the forearm but not seriously wounded.

Worthington Ind Offer Irving Ray Tom Westenhaver Westenhaver

Sunday School Convention Officers Elected At Barr Township

The Barr township Sunday school convention held at the Anti och church elected officers for the coming year. President L. Law Weimer Vice President Lewis Harris Secretary and Treasurer Elijah Jones Superintendent of the Home Department W. E. Price Superintendent of the Primary Department Miss Lydia Feagans Teacher Training Department Miss Oate Keith Short talks were made by Rev John Welel and Julius Feigane of this city.

Barr ‘Township Antioch Church L. Law Weimer Lewis Harris Hlijah Jones W. EB. Price

Montgomery Plainville baseball clash ends 12 to 2 for Plainville

In Plainville on Sunday the Montgomery team suffered a heavy 12 to 2 defeat at the hands of Plainville. A correspondent wonders about ideal Sunday activities suggesting walks rides or amusements and notes the lingering Monday morning feeling.

Montgomery-Plainville Montgomery Boys Plainville Hore

Bloomington Loan Association Ordered to Liquidate

Bloomington officials moved to liquidate the Bloomington Real Estate Building Loan and Saving Association. Directors announced a plan to pursue criminal charges against ex secretary Harry Axtell for alleged embezzlement, perjury, forgery, and record defacement. A receiver may be appointed to wind up the firm which aided local homeowners and financed real estate across two decades.

Bloomington Harry A. Axtell Real Estat, Building, Loan and Saving Association Indianapolis Star Axtell Wyite McIthon Bingham Biltheimer Wilson Wiliam J. Fee Mort Fay

Pick Ups Figuring on the quaddennial and census

The board of education announced census plans as Chicago’s population nears 1 922 486. A council meeting was held tonight. Seymour was noted for yard expenses. Senator Mattingly’s son George owns a new bicycle this morning. Debs is rumored to launch a whirlwind campaign with 240 speeches. New bits tonight at the Airdome and Nickelodeons.

Board of Education Chicago Mattingly George

Desks Contract Awarded for New Consolidated School

Trustee Brown awarded the desk contract for the new consolidated school building to the Cincinnati Seating Company. Small adjustable desks cost 3.96 dollars each and large desks 4.05 dollars each, with the company offering a superior make and lowest bid among three received.

Brown Consolidated School Beinr Cincinnati Cincinnati Sdating Company

Trinity Springs Camps Draw Crowds For Outing Season

Local residents report Trinity Springs growing in popularity as a camping destination with families traveling for ten day outings. William Wilson Charles Aikman Oscar Ahren John Aikman and Wesley Wilson join the crowds as parts of the group drive while others ride the train. Henry Stone departs for a week at the springs.

Trinity Springs Trinity Wiliam Wilson Charles Aikman Oscar Ahen John Aikman Wesley Wilson Henry Stone

Liberty Prompts Constitutional Reform In Ottoman Empire

In Constantinople on July 27, demonstrations backed by 10,000 people urged a new constitution. An imperial rescript promises personal liberty, religious toleration, free press, and security of property. The two chamber assembly will include sultan appointed and locally elected deputies.

Constantinopls Bosphorus

Emperor seeks Japan Chile ties with new regation plan

Tokios exposition reveals the emperor desires stronger Japan Chile relations. A bandit abducts Marshal Croop and Alderman Frank Johns after stealing a harness. The victims are forced to ride with the bandit as darkness falls, with a posse pursuing the outlaw across the plains.

Japan Chile Santiago Ald. Recktord Croop Frank Johns Wni

Cubas First Real Election Tested By Australian Ballot

Cuba prepares for its first real election on August 7 with an Australian style ballot. US officials including Crowder and Kreger oversee the plan to prevent fraud as Cuban voters choose municipal and provincial officials. The process aims to prove Cubans can hold a fair orderly vote and accept the results. A $50,000 pearl necklace theft in Berlin and the Paris to New York car race conclude the page.

Holand Cuba Republic Col. Crowder Department of State and Justice Kreger Lieut. Morens United States Storman

Native Chippewa Indians Reach Million Dollar Bank Deposits

In Ashland Wisconsin on July 27 the Chippewa Indians of Northern Wisconsin report deposits totaling $1,000,000 across Ashland Hudson Duluth banks with additional government claims reaching $300,000. A separate note describes a teamster John Andreeon’s near fatal lightning incident in Ossiding.

Ashland Wig Wisconsin Hudson Duluth Ossiding John Anddreon Saigon

Norman E Mage Named Democratic Chairman

Chicago reports the Democratic National Committee selects Norman E Mage as chairman after a seven hour conference with nominees Bryan and Kern. The move unites factions, with Murphy and Connors withdrawing objections, and Bryan praising the choice as a step for Eastern Democracy.

Stevenson Announces Candidacy for Illinois Governor

Bloomington Illinois July 22 E Stevenson vice president of the United States has announced candidacy for governor of Illinois on the Democratic ticket. In a public letter after a daylong conference with party leaders he said he will run actively and canvass the state. Florence Tidd has accepted a position at the county courthouse as clerk and photographer.

Bloomington E. Stevenson United Ten Uinois Migs Florence Tidd County Superintendent's Office Agate

Independence Party Platform Expected to Be More Radical

Chicago July 27 The Independence party platform to be adopted at the national convention Monday night promises a much more radical declaration on questions than that of the Republican party. Delegates indicate traditions of trial by jury may be emphasized amid calls for broader reforms.

Chicago Hitchcock Republican Rational Committee Lowing Will Charles F. Frank Lowden Tilin Nagel Viday Nebraska Willie York Edward Wenden Hut Babet Organi the Announced Anter. Ie Independence Republican Party A. Pte ‘Deléguies Reve Pee Co

Birthday tribute for Eleanor Gardiner in East Maine

A Saturday afternoon birthday party honored Eleanor Gardiner of East Maine marking fifth anniversary of her birth. Attending were Jack Winston Scudder, Robert Owens and Virginia Owens.

Eleanor Gardiner East Maine Jack Winston Scudder Robert Owens Virginia Owens Alee

Aimee Hosts Crowd of Young Folk at Home

Aimee welcomed a crowd of young people to her home for an informal gathering. Attendees enjoyed music, conversation, and light refreshments in a casual social event.

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