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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1913
Page
2
Fort good big Jacks two ton Pel cheryn one good trotting bred by Arthur Park one good imported French coach and one good Morgan stallion offered at Zinkaa's Barn Perkin's breeding stock sale features strong equine Stock and breeding prospects with noted sires and classes.
Calder, appointed to a car department post at the Ho and C, South Western shone, received a diamond ring as a token of esteem during a ceremony. The presentation followed his departure for Cumberland, Ma to assume a similar role in the shops there.
Advert says Fels Naptha Soap makes laundry simple by avoiding steaming and hard rubbing. It claims quick work in cool or lukewarm water with a few rubs, then rinse and hang to dry. Directions are on the product’s red and green scraper from Fels & Co. of Philadelphia.
A Seymour Republican account notes a safety committee meeting of the B and O Southwestern held in the division building assembly room Friday. A wide representation of employees attended. Trainmaster Harry Smith presided in Superintendent J C Fligerts absence. Several recommendations were made by various mine workers and committees, with some items needing further attention.
Several Chautauqua events are listed with admission prices and schedule. Activities include morning and evening concerts, a significant prize fight mentioned, and a children’s night with multiple performances. Notable names referenced include Abe Benth, The Mort Concert Company, Ralph Ninghand, and the Barnard Orchestra. Ernest Cooley is noted for interesting pet chickadees visiting daily. The article also notes Russia leading in Lux fiber production and Argentina in seed production.
A disputed case in Lin ton centers on the Water Gang allegedly withholding water for sprinkling and domestic use. The complainant demands the company provide water, citing a shortage while the superintendent claims ample supply outside the city and objects to an asserted dust burden.
In a Princeton court a parole was revoked for a man who had been released after a prior offense. The defendant, linked to Alta Coleman and Frank Fi, faced a harsh penalty history. The tied case involved a youth and a manager named Hitch, with a related shooting death of Harrison Hitch, a local officer.
Fragmentary notes describe valuable pearls found in Pike County and reference a grave, workers, and a local daybook. The garbled text mentions a potential fund, costs, and various names, suggesting a report on a pearl find with associated deaths or claims and local individuals.
A fragmented prairie health ad cites Mrs. Phosbe Simpson of Swashimaton, Inn, praising Doan’s Kidney Pills for kidney pain, tiredness, and spells after taking four bottles. It claims Doan’s endorsers from Washington testify to relief and urges purchase via Foster Milburn Co. Ad also mentions cedar shingles and Chicago school costs in 1912.
Real estate and insurance items promote fire coverage and quality companies. Includes mentions of first class firms and bargains on properties worth investigation by potential buyers.
Advertises J. J. Coughlin Wall Paper and Paints as the only exclusive wall paper and paint store in the city with forty years of experience. Offers contracting for house painting sign painting and graining. Located at the northeast corner of Fourth and Van Trees streets opposite City Hall.
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