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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1906
Page
2
The Democrat presses debate editor conduct amid libel concerns while prominent Maryland figure Artie Garman dies after long illness. Coverage critiques sensationalism and political bias as Kentucky parallels and local figures fuel controversy. The piece also notes personnel changes at the Carnegie, with Lucia Bognor succeeding Miss Brown.
Fragments allege bribery and corporate influence in U S politics, accusing Republicans of concealed funds from railroads and insurers. A forthcoming congressional inquiry is promised to reveal campaign and transportation spending, with focus on Pennsylvanian rail developments and related graft.
The report says Fred Edwards and Rabbit Shortes Jr. were killed Monday afternoon at Lyons after being struck by lightning while playing ball. They sought shelter in a tree but died. Mrs Ellis and her son will visit relatives in the area soon. A local remedy ad promotes Electric Bitters as a cure for dyspepsia liver trouble and kidney issues, with J. Jones druggist selling bottles for 60 cents.
A garbled report recalls a large funeral for ex-Rep Joseph Cunningham. The text mentions a burial procession to the cemetery and Cunningham's weight and special chair in the legislature, though many words are damaged. Local details are unclear due to OCR errors.
Notice to delegates selected by township Democratic committees announces a joint judicial Democratic convention to nominate a prosecutor candidate for the 49th Judicial district. In Daviess and Martin counties, meeting in Lougaotie on Saturday June 46 1000 at 10 o'clock a.m. Fourteen delegates from Daviess and eight from Martin will attend, with George Bef Williams and Fabian Gwin listed as Democratic Central Committee chairs.
An unidentified resident touts a patent remedy as the best treatment for cholera and diarrhea. The ad-like fragment promotes ready use during summer emergencies and suggests purchase from Lindenfels Pharmacy. The garbled text mentions bowel disorders and a product named Remedyl or Fairfield’s Coke as possible brands.
Fragmentary report indicates Arnolds Paane traveled to Galveston Texas on a mission. The text mentions Cintra Stomi lach and Lyer Tablet claimed to cure stomach issues and are offered at Lindeman's Pharmacy.
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