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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1914
Page
5
A rough OCR fragment recalls a rural scene with references to farmers, a boy named Tony, and a tragedy hinted at as children and adults face hardship. Names are garbled, but the text evokes a harsh, sorrowful portrait of a community dealing with illness, work, and schooling amid uncertain times.
In a fragmentary report from Washington merchants lists show egg prices at eighteen cents, beeved with twenty five cents for butter and twenty five for spring chickens. The garbled text suggests market rates but lacks complete context.
A local gathering features Riley's poems discussed by Mr Amshbury with praise for his readings. Monday morning includes a talk on The Romances and Poetry of the Ortland, followed by an evening lecture at nine with Ben. Greet prayers and a Shakespeare interpretation of Twelfth Night.
Scattered text references a bridge construction plan with floor counts, site names, and removal actions. Mentions Barry van, 200 bad bridge, and filing status. Details are incomplete and unclear due to damaged OCR, but indicate a regulated planning and approval context awaiting clarification.
A Republican senator from the region is reported as narrowly securing renomination. The article notes strong party support and outlines the campaign’s focus on economic policy and national security. Voter sentiment appears divided, with turnout uncertainties and ongoing debates over platform specifics.
Be Bee Eae is a lively comedy bill at the Airdome next Monday featuring Beau Ty and the Banter in two acts with Ralph Wordlet and Leota Giller as between acts entertainment. Manager Layman promotes a week of witty specialties and a strong silent feature, with patrons warned prior to the fast season. The real feature is Rigo Warren Kerrigan in Seupped by Cupid, a Victor comedy, plus other films and a May Trio program drawing big crowds with nightly seats sold out.
An unclear report describes a house fire at Ind. Zone 27.1 involving Misa Paterebare and others. The blaze damaged a store area and caused injuries, with financial losses estimated around $1,200 and partial damage reported to the structure.
The funeral for Mrs Matilda Oscar Held Tome, a France native and widow of George, was held at Simon’s church with burial at St John’s cemetery. She died early this morning near South Washington after two weeks confinement, survived by several children including Joseph Colbert and others in this county.
The Ozanam club plans its first Sunday afternoon game at Eas park against the Plainville Red Sox after a summer of strong performances. The event includes a band concert at the park and a new pitching plan under manager Levis as May spring tries to reveal a capable lineup.
Crowded scene at Merid Street with baseball fans awaiting the arrival of the Washington delegation and a dozen officials. Umpired games and travel by auto are planned as local and state figures discuss funding and schedule changes for the upcoming season.
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