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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1909

Page

2

Attack on Marshall Prompts Southern Democratic Debate

The Indianapolis Star reports on editorials criticizing Governor Marshall Wateron for nonpartisan or bipartisan appointments. It notes Southern Democrats fear he is insufficiently Democratic if he hires Republicans, while Indiana voters may accept nonpartisan governance despite party lines. Editorials suggest the issue could shake Democratic unity and highlight debates over presidential prospects.

otiLles Indianapolis Star Southern Divertor Marshall Bmarahall Hin Felth Marshal Marshall Republicana Southern Democrata Govarnge Marshall Republicare Democratic Party Tila Atate Beijae Indiana

Bridal party plans marred by tariff debate and travel

Amid scattered gossip and political chatter, a bridal party in Minnesota faced social questions as Senator Cummins moves to attach a tariff amendment taxing incomes over 35 000. Bishop Rev Silas Chatar is traveling from Indianapolis to New York then Europe, with Rev Poti Rowan accompanying him, returning July 15 after visiting Loudon Paris and the American College jubilee.

Three Pearls Sold For Two Hundred Dollars In Indiana

In Vincennes Indiana on June 2 reports show pearl buyers active along the Wabash and White rivers. Charles Windau purchased three pearls including a rare jet black gem weighing 36 1/2 grains near St Cratesville, valued well over 1000 dollars. A white pearl weighing 24 grains and another near 35 grains were also sold, totaling over 200 dollars for the set. Pearl diggers and shell traders continue to profit as prices rise.

Vincennes Ind Charles A. Windan Windau White River

Alleged Brand Larceny Charged in Local Case

Alley Connoner was arrested this week on grand larceny charges after an affidavit. He appeared before Mayor Robert Risell, waived preliminary hearing, and was jailed on bond. Trial set for Thursday at 2 p.m. Witnesses report theft of $1,000 from Charles Valin.

Alley Connoner Robert Rissell Charles Valin

Prisoner Jokin Found Guilty in Iowa Murder Case

John Juntin Jokin was found guilty of murdering Clara Jensen in Ottumwa. The verdict sparked a mob scene at the courthouse as guards escorted the prisoner to a waiting special train to Port Madlane penitentiary. Jensen was killed February 3 after being attacked on her way home.

Des Motos la Dame John Juntin Entervilly Clara Jensen Ottumwa Sfager MA. Robequm Altomneya Hrobertus Junkin Court House Gaarda Wtreetcar Wan Hartingtog Walting Jonking Port Madlane Jonkin Iowa Clara Hosen Bebe

Admiral Vorreson Afloat In Ice Near Newfoundland

The Norwegian steamer Admiral Vorreson, en route from Cardiff to Watana Newfoundland, became trapped in a floe near North Sydney, CH. After eight days in ice, captain Wiarkner feared for the ship and crew for forty hours as danger of a crush loomed. A wind shift opened a passage and the vessel narrowly cleared the lee.

North Sydney Bugekee Rocka New Foundland Admiral Vorreson Cardiff Wales Watana Wiarkner

Tax protests, missing pedestrian, and local notices mix in June dispatch

Territorial roundup from Terrytown reports a $150000 tax assessment dispute involving John D Rockefeller amid protest by a representative. a pedestrian, Edward Thain Weston, is missing 20 miles west of Cheyenne after leaving Curr, Wyoming. Synod meetings and other local items fill the day as Milk theft charges are cleared, a bank president completes a prison term, and a fatal automobile crash in Stratford claims a 13 year old. Weather outlook for Minnesota, Indiana, and Missouri follows.

Terrytown John D Rockefeller Mt Rockefeller Pocantico Hila Weston Cheyenne Wyo Edward Thain Weston Tv Wince

Rankin Maryfield marriage celebrated in Spink home

Lawrence Edward Rankin driver for Spink mills married Elizabeth Maryfield at Rev W W Moore's home about 9 pm last evening. They plan to settle on East Walnut Street. Mrs Rankin is daughter of Mrs Jefferson Maryfield of Van Buren Township. Rankin, well known in the city, is son of Dan Rankin and has long worked at Spink mills.

Lawrence Edward Rankin Spink Unlls Elizabeth Maryfeld Spink W. W. Moore East Walnut Street Rankin Jefferson Maryfield van Buren Township T. F. Spink Dan Rankin Fel Spink

Fate of Sheriff Shipp Postponed in Rehearing Bid

Southern gentleman and five co defendants seek a rehearing delaying the fate of Sheriff Shipp. The defendants press for a fresh review while court schedules anew.

Sheriff Shipp

Supreme Court Defers Sentences in Sheriff Shipp Case

A large crowd gathered at the United States Supreme Court as Sheriff Shipp and five codefendants faced contempt charges tied to a prisoner lynching. Chief Justice Fuller deferred sentence and granted thirty days to file petitions for rehearing while the six men were returned to the eastern district of Tennessee for release on bond.

United States Supreme Court Washington Supreme Court Shipp Tuat Waa Marshal Wright Lowers Clit Chamice Shepard Fuller Muller Tennessee Chactanooga

Grocers Annual Meet Opens In Portland Ore

Hundreds of retailers attend the national grocers convention in Portland Oregon as J C Mann opens the session with welcome remarks. J C Kramer of Little Rock delivers the annual address while John A Green briefs on state reports. Elections loom for president and treasurer with Sullivan of Chicago and Schwab of Milwaukee as leading candidates.

Portland Ore J. C. Mann Toen Aasociation Kine State Retail Association Mayer Harry Lane Moet Thomas P. Sullivan Chicago Henry W. Schwab Milwaukee L. P. Padberg el Loula

Brewers Lead Reforms Push in Liquor Sales Policy

Rudolph J. Schaefer president of the New York Brewers Association outlined the National Brewers Association policy at the state convention. He said brewers will lead reform in the sale of alcohol this year and credited New York clergymen for aiding liquor reform efforts to counter prohibition. Two hundred delegates attend the national convention opening tomorrow.

Atlanta Rudolph J. Schaefer New York Brewers Association National Brewers Association New York

Crop Prospects Are Better Than Business Conditions

York Central president William C. Brown reports June crop outlook is excellent despite tariff delays. He contrasts farming strength with lagging business, saying tariffs do not affect crops. Atlantic City hosts American Medico-Psychological association with Dr Lang lef Brown endorsing open air treatment for mental illness. Electric Bitters touted for skin, nerves, and complexion.

New York William ¢. Brown York Central Railroad Atlantic City American Medico-Psychological Association Langlef Brown Chicago

Mail Robber Identified in Spokane

Spokane identifies the suspected railroad bandit Dan Downer through Patrolman Chester Edwards by portraits. Downer, tied to earlier Everett arrests with Fred Torrenson, is held in Omaha Jail with Woods. Detective McDonald travels to Omaha to complete the link in the case.

Spokane Wash W. D. Woods Omaha Overland Limited Chester Edwards Mespe Portraita Dan Downer Edwards Downer Fred Torrenson Everett Torgenson Woods Alexander McDonald

Notice to creditors and claimants in Reeve township

Noties is hereby given that I will be at my office at Alfordsville Saturday of each week for all persons having business with Reeve township. Other times at my residence three miles south by Alfordsville. Cox, Trustee.

Reeve Township Noties Alfordsville Cox, Traxtee

Wrong-way crossing leads to near disaster in Vincennes auto party

An auto party traveling through Vincennes collided with a freight engine on a street crossing. The car swerved as a switch failed, smashing the locomotive front and bending the equipment. The occupants, including John Francis Kelley, escaped with only minor injuries after the engine stopped the vehicle from overturning.

Vincennes, Tat Fid Hentz Yuroy Baghy Fortanafets

Breen Hat Color Case Captures Percy Deighton in St Louis

A description using grey eyes and a green hat led detectives to arrest Percy Reginald Deighton of Huntington Indiana, a music professor and Presbyterian graduate, at Union Station. He is held on a charge of passing worthless checks and admits drug-related faults in his temper.

St. Louis Percy Reginald Deightoin Huntington Indiana Poland Perty Union Station Plyce Howard Deighton

Railroads face freight car shortages threatening future capacity

The industry warns of ongoing car shortages that affect 4 to 6 billion tons moved daily and could wipe out gains by next October. Officials note October 1908 showed idle capacity still high amid shortages, with railroads planning to offset losses and explore solutions.

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