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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1905
Page
2
The Daily Democrat reports the reappointment of Dr Henry Gers to the school board. Gers has served as school trustee with distinction, earning a high reputation among peers as a leading member of the educational community.
A Connecticut minister condemns corruption in state politics and challenges Christians to respond. He argues that degradation of democracy would excuse anti immigrant sentiments and warns the danger lies with unregenerate native-born fathers who question what is in it for me rather than uphold American ideals.
Miss Delphia Robin of Loogoo Rae is noted in today’s report for engaging in business matters. The brief item highlights her professional role as an attorney and her focus on ongoing affairs.
Gus Wellinger, a Washtigiod boy from The Point, lies in Woodmere Hospital Evangville at death's door as gangrene imperils his right arm. He was sent to the insane hospital less than a year ago after mining injuries and has long endured illness from an old arm injury. He is a brother of Mrs. J. A. Smith and Joe Wellinger of this city, aged over forty.
Aad fish of the Pub lc Whipping. dulmes Baird by Odon Brings Sult in, Circuit Court Again at James' Churchman and Wife. James Baird, the Odon man who was whipped in the street by James Churchman, alleges bodily and mental distress and shame. Lawyers E. M. Laughlin and Padgett & Padgett represent Baird as witnesses recall the incident on a main town street witnessed by many citizens.
Local summary notes a Tuesday baseball game where Goodwin hit a two on, two out homer in the second for Indianapolis, but St Paul won with seven hits off Goodwin over four innings and two walks. The column then lists various social and civic items around Washington and nearby towns, including promotions, moves, dinners, club meetings, and upcoming events.
State Board of Health laid down a sanitary code for railroads. Day coaches must be cleaned at trip end and not left unclean longer than two days. Waiting rooms to post notices prohibiting spitting citing deaths from consumption. Parlor, buffet, dining cars and interurban cars fall under same rules.
Albion Horrall and Col Calvert work at the pond with L Lockridge and others for bass at the pond near Mire. Alice Lampert, whose business building on East Main was damaged by fire days ago, is seriously ill after being overcome by smoke. Robert Downing, sixteen, returned home from East Main Street after leaving town suddenly. Dr H Taylor received $145 from the insurance company for damages to his building on West Van Trees Street seven days ago.
The Ladies Matinee Musical club met at Mrs John T. Neal home on Esat Walnut street Tuesday afternoon. Leader Mrs W Le Leberett conducted a varied program of instrumental duets piano and vocal solos. Readings and a piano trio completed the recital with Mrs Nell Crennan contributing several selections enhancing the event.
By a congregational vote the members of Bethel Evangelical church in Vreelandsville Knox county elected Rev. Fred Danes of Cincinnati to succeed Rev. William Schulz who was recently deposed amid allegations he cheated members in horae trades.
Visitors flock to a gypsy camp just northeast of the seating factory. Eight or ten tents stand under trees in a pretty grove, showing evidence of prosperity. Tents are new, furnished with brussels, iron beds, and walls adorned with tasteful fancy work.
Lawrence Scholl will marry Miss Myrtle Norris at St Simon's church tomorrow morning at 4 o'clock. The groom works for the B&O, and the bride is the handcuffed daughter of Mr and Mrs James A Norris of East Walnut street. Mrs Jane Moore has returned from a visit with relatives at Terre Haute. Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets are praised by J W Turner of Truhart Virginia for stomach troubles bile and constipation. Lindeman's Pharmacy offers the remedy.
On the first day of the June term, the circuit court opens with nearly one hundred cases arising from recent grand jury investigations. The docket for seven days covers probate matters, civil filings, defaults, rules, and setting causes, with several sessions scheduled throughout the week.
Charles T. Williams, a student, plans a months long journey through Western cities to recover from catarrh and kidney disease. He credits Electric Bitters with restoring his health after severe backache and fatigue, stating the tonic cured his ailment and improved mood. Sold by J. N. Jones druggist for 40 cents with a guarantee.
A dated advertisement promotes Dr Miles Nervine as a nerve fuel to restore vitality and ease ailments from headaches to rheumatism. It claims the product strengthens nerves, improves circulation, and offers a money back guarantee if ineffective. A testimonial from Roma E Weaver of Stuarts Texas praises its effects.
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