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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 26, 1905

Page

2

Arteries Cut in Saloon Bottle Blast

George Wetzel a bartender at Joseph Seng's saloon on Mill and Center Streets was badly injured Saturday when a beer bottle exploded striking him in the back of the left hand and severing three arteries. He bled heavily as he ran toward Wall's sanitarium before aid arrived. Doctors later said he would have bled to death within twenty minutes without treatment. five stitches closed the deep wound.

George Wetzel Joseph Seng Mill Center Streets Mr. Wetzel Wall

Writers warn Europe on war verge except England

A writer argues most European nations near war while England remains safe. He predicts a businessman will seek two dollars from one in this distressing climate, and mentions Panama Canal plans facing friction. Critics claim the canal would fail in Isthmus conditions within ten years if built with sea locks, urging a sun-level dig instead at vastly higher cost.

Europe England Panauia E. Yi Ig Panal Sea Locke Ag Leeuw

Woodmen of the World Initiation Tonight

A class of twelve will be initiated into the Woodmen of the World tonight, marking a ceremonial advancement for the fraternal group and its new members.

The Woodmen of the World

Marriage Licenses and Opening Bill Featured in July Notices

Marriage licenses listed include Ther Johnson and Nettie Al Whayne, Henry Patterson and Catherine Vicla Beuthere from Sterling, Drawith Co for one week in July. Also noted is the opening bill "Master and Man" by Watt.

Ther Tohnson Nettie AL Whayne Henry Patterson Catherine Vicla Beuthere

Vollmer to Open Wholesale Grocery in Lampert Building

H F Vollmer buys Lampert building at southeast corner Main and West Third. He plans October 1 wholesale grocery and produce business with two story brick expansion, alley remodelling, concrete pavements, and new improvements. Located near depots, Vollmer will manage personally with no involvement of his retail stores.

Henry F. Vollmer Fifth Ward Lampert Mein and West Third Street Vollmer Washington Aley Phis Washington C

Police arrest three for assault at Meridia Street crossing

Chief of Police Geyer detained Chas Valin and a station keeper on Main Street after an alleged Saturday assault on Luke Kolleen the crippled Watchumn at the B and O crossing. Valin faced a plea of not guilty in Mayor Clark's court and was required to appear for trial tomorrow at 10 o'clock.

Geyer Chas, Valin Neat Main Street Luke Kolleen Valin Kolleen Kotleen Vilin Glark

University Grants Largest Class Since 1820 Founding

The university awarded twenty two law graduates and thirty one Master of Arts degrees across liberal arts as the sister department. Total enrollment reached fifteen hundred thirty eight for the year, up over five hundred from prior records, underscoring growth in the three year law program and AALS membership.

of Law American Association of Law Schools Departmente of Liberal Arte

Teacher Nettie Whayne and Luther Johnson Wed at Home

Miss Nettie A Whayne a city schools teacher resigns as she marries Luther Johnson son of Mrs Milford Johnson. The ceremony was at the bride's home with Rev Daniel Cooksley officiating after services at a Baptist church. Attendants were Mr and Mrs Harry Creager. couple planning to reside on Pearl street in the Sweeney property.

Luther Johnson Nettie A. Whayne Daniel Cooksley Whitley Mass Harry Creager Baptist Church Cooksley Johnven Nathan B. Whayne Johnson Milford Jonson F. B. Farnward Sweeney Pearl Street

Mule kicked him injuring son of Henry Arvin

A sixteen year old son of Henry Arvin living northeast of the city was driving a male from a pasture Sunday when the animal kicked him in the face, cutting a jaw and swelling one eye shut.

Henry Arvin

Bicycle Lighting Crackdown Warns of Arrests

Marshal Geyer warns riders that bicyclists on the street after night must use lamps or face arrest. He cites a sharp rise in the nuisance over the past weeks and vows enforcement to stop the practice.

Marshal Geyer

Brooke Calloway wedding in Harrison Ohio

Finley S Brooke and Misa Pearl Calloway wed in Harrison Ohio on Saturday. Brooke manages the seating factory in the city and the bride is a native of Harrison. They will reside here after their honeymoon in eastern cities.

Finley S. Brooke Misa Pearl Calloway Harrison, O Balle F Harrison

Constable Cheek and J C Clapborne Chase Clue at Looyootee

Constable Cheek and J C Clapborne searched Looyootee on Saturday for stolen goods from the Clayborne second hand store. They returned empty handed, but Cheek has a clue and works day and night to catch the guilty person, keeping a wary eye on suspected malefactors.

Constable Cheek J. C. Clapborne Looyootee Clayborne

Children's Day Exercises Held at Baptist Church and Wathen

Sunday programs of songs and recitations were presented at the Baptist church in Thiel City and the Wathen school house four miles east. Addresses were given by Rev. Mr. Cooksly and Hatlet Allen. Credit for the children's training at the Wathen event goes to Mrs Edward Baldwin and Miss Elizabeth Prosser.

Baptist Church Thiel City Wathen School House Mr. Cooksly Hatalet Allen Edward Baldwin Elizabeth Prosser

Father and Son in Court for Assault in Yeste Township

William Shively was fined in Squire Kellams court for assault and battery on his father Wim Shively after a family quarrel over work. The father attempted discipline but the son defended himself and beat him. The Shively family lived at Big Windy in Yeste township.

William Shively Squire Kellams Wim. Shively Johnson Shivelys Big Windy Yeste Township

Death of Millard Ellis Aged Ten Months

Millard Ellis, ten months old and son of Wm. Ellis of the west end, died this morning.

Millard Wm. Ellis West End

Bloomington Graduates Earn Degrees From Indiana University

Ralph D. Wadsworth graduated from Indiana University last Wednesday with a bachelor of arts in botany. Arthur H Greenwood and Fred E Bryan Frade] Sted from the Indiana University school.

Ralph D. Wadsworth Indiana University Arthur H .Greenwood Fred E. Bryan Frade

Brothers Battle On Base Ball Diamond at Vernon Park

The Grays defeated North Vernon 6 to 2 in a Sunday game at Vernon Park. Moore pitched well for the Grays, limiting hits and striking out about a dozen, while N Moore caught for North Vernon. Key moments included Corcoran advancing on a wild pitch, Condit driving in a run, and a standout defensive running catch by Lee. One error credited to Robbie OConnor. McIntire miscue noted.

Grays North Vernon Moore N. Moore North Vernon Boys Darringer Smiths Corcoran Pat Lee Condit Tee Zip Waggoner Rays Gore Feld Moore Covere Himn Grays Wage Robbie O'Conger McIntire O'Conner Bobbie

Suspense In Court Office As Licenses Drink Deeply Delayed

Nervous tension filled the clerk of the circuit court office as Cal. Alt Wallace weighed forming a committee to probe the grim situation. No marriages had occurred since June 15, and the clerk prepared to close records for the month while two couples filed license applications on the third day.

Cal. Alt Wallace

Cuban Diarrhoea Remedy Praised In Houston Letter

A Houston woman testifies that Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy cured her husband of a severe Cuban diarrhoea contracted from service in Cuba. She notes that other remedies failed and one bottle did the job, with neighbors corroborating. Sold by Lindeman's Pharmacy.

U.S Cuba Minnie Jacobs Houston iTerss Chamberlain Aevere Jattack Lindeman’s Pharmacy

Cure of a kidney disease praised by Chero kee Indian patient

A Cherokee man named C. F. Collier praised Medric Bitters for curing a severe kidney disease and backache. He claimed Electric Bitters restored his health, recommending the tonic for weak kidneys, liver, or stomach, with J N Jones Drug Store guaranteeing it at 50 cents.

C. F. Collier Medric Bitters J.N. Jones

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