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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1909
Page
4
Real estate notices describe a two atoroMtrome nine room house with bath and corner lot on an improved street in B. and L. Association area. It mentions fruit trees, berry vines, a large yard, and fresh water. Includes lot sizes and a Harden spot.
A garbled OCR fragment lists multiple street names and intersections such as East 14th, East Fifth, Meridian, Oak Street, Washington Street, West Seventh. The text references fire stations and a street grid but offers no clear incident, date, or actionable details. No coherent report can be determined from the fragment.
A terse market brief notes suspected fraud tied to dome structures and canning costs as prices fall across assortments. Authorities caution consumers and urge vigilance against deceptive schemes during a period of lower market activity.
This fragment from a historical paper mentions events in American history dated 1891 including the United States entering a war with Trypwil, references to Cuban arAl, President Roonrell, Mussina, Japan, and Oliver Maron Perry Belmont. It also notes an obituary for Belmont and lists astronomical events and a real estate transfer stub with names like John A Sima and Frances Swarieentruver and others from Barr township.
A jumble of names describes residents and visitors moving through Vincennes Indiana and nearby towns. Individuals from Shoals to Terre Haute Springfield and Clarinnati are noted as returning, visiting, or en route, with several trips to Vincennes and surrounding locales for short stays, business, or church events.
Advice on liver and bowels contrasts laxatives with deeper causes. Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin is promoted as a gentle, effective remedy improving digestion, bowel movement regularity, and liver function. Endorsed by several named individuals with testimonials. available in bottles and via mail order. Also an automobile insurance note appears at end.
Local news notes show evictions of street repairs in New Albany and Vincennes, with readers urged to watch for the Rose Maiden tonight at the opera house. Community chatter includes traffic issues and a montage of visits, while mortgage details in Bartholomew County close a long financial chapter.
A well dressed couple from Ohio visited the county clerk to obtain a marriage license. Deputy Clerk Walters refused, citing residency rules, and the pair left to try Vincennes where officials were less strict.
A school hall program by St Simian's School boys drew a large crowd on Wednesday night. The event featured a single program presented with skill and pride, while sports scores from various leagues and a separate pet dog incident in Indianapolis appeared in the same column.
Court house remodeling nears completion as external painting, roof, clock, and tower repairs are finished but interior decay remains. County commissioners approved the project costing over 12 900 dollars and plan to continue renovations to address plastering, leaks, and interior decay on the second and third floors.
The case against John Greenwood for the Parker murder continues with Greenwood and Dr. E. E. Long as defense witnesses. Greenwood testified earlier about a fight on a country road near Grow farm and Shoals, claiming Parker was shot in defense of himself. Dr. Long described Greenwood’s fall and a sprained arm, with arguments likely to begin this afternoon and a jury verdict expected by noon tomorrow.
A court orders the sale of the Sullivan Night School lighting plant, currently held by the Stateton Trust Company of Indianapolis as receiver, at sheriff sale. The plant, built years ago, has faced financial trouble but has shown improving finances in recent years. Estimated value of property and franchise is about 36000 dollars.
An advertisement claims catarrh inflames the Eustachian tube causing rumbling or deafness and asserts Hall’s Catarrh Cure can restore hearing. It offers money for unrecoverable cases, lists Toledo based creators F J Cheney Co, and urges purchase from druggists with a 75 cent price.
Frugal classifieds list multiple items and notices. Large front room for rent with furnishings and a phone contact. various sale items include a Majestic 20 inch oven and other household goods. notices warn of unpaid taxes and remonstrances. summer school announcements and a calendar of local events. florists advertise blooms and plants with prices. Community notices mention Masonic assembly and local contractor activity.
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