Rose Maiden rendition by Choral Symphony in Washington
The Choral Symphony presented Rose Maiden with contralto Mrs Eme Glover Cowper and tenor Emmert, plus J B Huberty as baritone, in a crowded Antigo concert hall. Soloists and chorus delivered a refined performance, though some passages strained the ensemble with demanding cantata vocal lines. Critics praised the trio and soloists especially Mrs Casper and Mrs Leverett, noting the program’s musical finesse and the choir’s tonal unity.
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Granta
Cowen
Eme Glover Cowper
Bedford
Mears
Car
Emmert
Huberty Aritone
Iodianapolis
Hida Maiden
Juan
Mopelea
Fide L Rennen
Chia
Joagom
Rose Malden
Renditlog
Washington Singers
Beyuty
Washington
Mra Crenpan
Mra Cooner
Mr. Robert
Emmett
Public Notice of Community Members List
A fragmented roster lists numerous individuals with titles and initials, naming residents and likely organizers or attendees. The legible names include Mr and Mrs roles, Rev names, and various given and family names, indicating a community directory or event roll call.
Tent Theater Here All New Beginnings
A company of thirty five people with its own band and orchestra will perform at Washington venue starting Monday. The troupe will present a new play each evening and open with A Romance of the South. The advance man promises a fine show with daily noon performances near the Jets stadium.
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Guy Stock Tre Pany
Tve
Washington
Neglebrary
Idstere Inn
Miss Dovey Smith Dead After Acute Stomach Attack
Dovey Smith daughter of George Smith of Longoatm died after an acute stomach ailment. Funeral services will be at Oak Cemetery on Thursday.
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Miss Dovey
Thirtown Oak
George Smith
Longoatm
Elea Xhre
Funeral Oak
Furlal
Miss Smeltzer Pupils Recital Planned at Opera House
A local notice announces Miss Smeltzer and pupils in a regional recital assisted by Mrs. Swell of Henderson Jucky and Miss Amy Michels at the opera house next Thursday at 7 46. Manager Palmer contemplates canceling any performer failing to meet standards after a prior controversial remark by Linton Call.
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Swell
Henderson, Jucky
Amy Michels
Opera House
Fiddler Dead Was an Old Soldier
Mr and Mrs Charles Boston sent to Vineynnes for the funeral of Mrs Boston’s father known as Fiddler a veteran long famed in the city His death arose from general debility not a single illness The notice also mentions Robert Rice Creary’s retirement and a short visit to Longomer.
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Fiddler
Charles Boston
Vineynnes
Arsenic in Bread Ties Death to Woman in Haddon Case
Reports from Indiana detail arsenic in bread linked to the death of Spencer Spriggs and poisoning of two others, with Mrs. Flora Haddon fearing a plot against her. Spriggs died, the Whitfield men survived, and a test by the state health lab is ongoing. Mrs. Haddon, widow of Capt. Jesse Haddon, faced a civil dispute over land prior to these events.
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Apotis
Flora Haddon
van County
Jesse Haddon
Indianapolis News
Food and & Laboratory
State Board of Health
C. Chaney
Sullivan
Spencer Spriggs
Haddon Ton
Sullivan County
Gamphea
I Spriggs
Sal
Howard
Whitfield
Whitfields
Spriggs
Chaney
Ray
Haddon
Frank Crawford
Haddon Township
Crawford
Knox County
Recalling an Ancient Local Landmark and Whig Era Memories
A reader recalls the old corner landmark at Van Treva and East Fifth and the nearby building at Main and Fourth. He honors past leaders like Col. John Van Trees and George Houts, describes Whig political councils there, and reflects on honesty in politics and the loss of old political customs.
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F. Harrall
van Treva
East Fifth
Main
Fourth
Twetnre Ag
John VanTrace
Col
Dick Thompson
Terre Haute
John Ewing
Vinnnes
George G. Dunn
Bedford
Earge H
Prophet
Petersburg
James Carnahan
Washington
John van Trees
Jeat van
Thomas Horrall
Gearge Houts
Cass
Iap
Marthe Bretts
Mrs Gould Describes Luxurious Life Amid Divorce Trial
In a separation suit, Mrs. Howard Gould testifies to lavish support from her husband including an annual $25,000 allowance, a large staff, and extensive estate spending. She recounts living at Castle Gould with dozens of servants, two bank accounts, and a grand yacht Niagara while detailing monthly expenditures and lifestyle.
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Howard
Gould
Howard Gould
Mnihe Hobse
Ingald
Katherine Gould
Howard A
Delancey Niet
Mr. Nicoll
Jahe
Niagara
Tts
Fragmented OCR Note Scribbles About a Conversation
A garbled OCR fragment captures a sketch of a heated exchange mentioning a preacher and a colored man. The text is incomplete and lacks clear context or named individuals, making precise reconstruction difficult.
Dispatch froth from Washington post office debuts mail curb
A June 10 dispatch notes Washington Indiana postal staff will not provide free mail delivery for any file lacking a Prop A complaint. Postmaster reports carriers cut off and mail service halted until streets are repaired under department guidance.
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Ington
Indiana
Washington
Bargain Day Auction Draws Shoppers in Elnora Area
Merchants in Elnora plan a crowd attracting bargain day on June 10 with ads and promises of sales at Petersburg and Moxon venues. Local papers note merchants advertise heavily to lure customers and feature a public auction on farm goods and assorted items.
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Elnora
Petersburg
Moxon
Marshall Addresses Democratic Editors at Bloomington Meet
Bloomington June 4 The Democratic Editorial Association opened its summer session with about one hundred editors from across the state. Governor Marshall and party arrived in the afternoon, joined by Judge R B Holland and Peter Crayeur of Bloomington and B S Boyd of the Washington Democrat. A five course banquet followed as Prof W S Bryan acted as toastmaster and speakers included Walter S Chamberlain. The gathering featured remarks on Indiana editorialism and citizenship.
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Bloomington
Ind
Assy Son
Truma
Dniversity Press Club
Wsl, Bryan
University
Walter S.chamber
Hidlanacraic Editorial Association
Lew Ellinghantot
Marah
United States Senate
John W. Kern
Teacher Marries Odon Lady in Quiet High Noon Ceremony
James Edward Garten a high school English teacher and Miss Pauline Clara Froembling of Odon were wed at the bride’s mother's home in Odon with Rev. G. Lawther officiating. The couple, after a small reception in Walnut Street, reside at 1212 Twelfth Street. Garten, born in Odon, is a Purdue and Chicago University alum and has pursued further studies at Indiana University.
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Odon
James Edward Garten
Focal High School
Pauline Clara Froembling
M. E
High Hoon
Ald Ding
Engfish
Mian Froembling
Montana
Ferns
Wan Giron
Mr. Garten
Odoa
Purdue
Chicago
Indiana University
County Taxables and Poll Tax Figures for 1909 Report
County Assessor Sims releases 1909 totals showing countywide taxable property at about 13.5 million and a rise in poll tax payers by roughly forty. Washington city leads gains, Elmore and Elknora townships show shifts, with detailed township tallies and year over year changes across multiple districts.
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Sims
Washington
Elcora
Odeon
Elnora
Odon
Cannelsburg
Washington Township
Venlo
van Buren Township
Elmore
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Toaie
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Miss Dovey Smith
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City of Washington
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