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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1905
Page
3
Mandabach Brothers begin sinking a mine shaft about half a mile south of Coop Manning on the Lillie farm. The shaft beside the railroad will tap a coal vein measured from 5 to 9 feet thick. They lease the 397 acre Lillie farm and expect to have the mine in operation next fall.
A girl named Helton hired a horse and buggy from Zinkan livery barn on Saturday. By Sunday morning the rig was found in a ditch on West Walnut Street with the horse on its back and the buggy over. The horse and occupants were not seriously injured and the buggy suffered no major damage.
Farmers report wheat is dead ripe yet fields remain unharvestable due to repeated rains. Flooded river bottoms have caused extensive soil damage and ruined crops, hindering binder work and field access. Local growers assess losses and brace for continued wet weather.
The Daviess circuit court led by Judge Houghton met with a crowded courtroom this afternoon for the June term. Grand jury indictments were addressed with many pleas to quash and numerous guilty pleas for liquor and other charges, including saloon keepers and minor violations.
William Wilson was arrested Saturday evening in an intoxicated state for creating a disturbance. Mrs. Elien Campbell beat Mrs. Alice Bebpert Saturday afternoon in a chickens quarrel. Police hold a warrant for Mrs. Campbell but have not located her.
The Odd Fellows lodge of Alfordsville called off its planned Fourth of July celebration at a Saturday night meeting. The decision ends plans for a community event that would have featured a lodge organization in the town.
A 13 year old, John Keil, was in Sandyhook when a strong wind slammed a door while he held a pocketknife. The blade struck his left side near the last rib as he attempted to enter, causing a dangerous wound and faintness. Dr J W Clark attended but could not confirm internal penetration.
Manager John McGraw of the New York team was assaulted by spectators as players entered the grounds. A ambella struck him, injuring him, as officers intervened to disperse the crowd. Police escorted McGraw away with no further trouble.
Beane of Cherokee Indiana describes severe kidney illness with backache headache and low mood. He credits Medric Bitters later known as Electric Bitters for a complete cure and urges others with weak kidneys liver or stomach to try the tonic. Sold by J N done a druggist for a price of seven cents.
About five hundred people attended Mt. Olive Sunday for regular services, a community dinner, and children’s day exercises. Rev Sandera preached in the morning while children performed in the afternoon. John Morgan and family joined many residents from the city and county in the church gathering, the long table stretching the grove unable to seat all diners.
Weather for Southern Indians and Chicago region brief. Many locals visit or travel to and from cities like Indianapolis Terre Haute St Louis and Bloomington. Names include El Redford Anna Tate Clara Ray Miss Maymo Riley John Qydon and Thomas Williams among others as daily social movement noted.
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