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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1905
Page
2
An article notes the government plans vigorous steps to protect American interests in Venezuela and other South American countries after Bowen Loomis dismissal. It highlights the U S trust’s dissatisfaction with Bowen and its impact on U S relations and the Loomis affair, suggesting political tensions at Caracas and Washington.
The article argues delaying the asphalt tract claims to avoid smothering suppressions and to maintain respect for American interests against Venezuelan court decrees. It urges cautious handling to prevent false impressions, noting enforcement would align badly with the Bowene Loomis affair as reported by Chicago Chronicle.
The fourth quarterly conference for this conference year will be held tomorrow evening at 7 45 at the First M E church with attendees urged to prepare.
A deaf East Walnut Street lady Miss Mary Ellen Barton was nearly struck crossing Eleventh Street when a westbound freight approached. Will Fitzgibbons restrained the horse after discovering the danger, averting a crash as the train passed. Reports condemn noisy engines and failing whistle practice at city crossings.
Charles Hillman narrowly escaped death during an aeronautical ascent at Vincennes. The balloon went unmanageable after the town lot auction ending ascent, the parachute deployed seventy feet late and caught the air. Hillman was dragged into the town center before rescue.
A chorus of clipped newspaper quips from multiple papers mocks politics, business, and social trends. The fragmentary remarks reference a Pennsylvania judge on domestic roles, a Philadelphia rumpus, Rockefeller hair restorers, a Chinese boycott, and a Georgia moss line. The items showcase a era’s satirical press style with terse, punchy jabs and local references.
Jack McCafferty received a telegram stating Mell McCafferty seven year old son of Mr and Mrs Charles McCafferty well known in Washington died this morning at Streeter Ill. He recently joined the Frank Hatch carnival company and was with them at the time of death. The cause remains unknown though relatives think an accident. Remains will be brought to Washington for burial with funeral time undisclosed.
Secretary Phil Penny moves to hold an executive committee meeting in Terre Haute to avert a nationwide strike. Twenty mines in the Linton district are involved as the Now Summit mine dispute flares, threatening a general shutdown unless a settlement is reached due to alleged violations of the agreement by the miners.
Plainville Indiana June 29 James Mattingly and Miss Lenora Vickery eloped to Saline City Clay County Wednesday and were married. The couple returned to Plainville to a crowd at the depot and cigars. The Bride daughter of James Vickery a prominent business man. The groom is a telegraph operator at the E and I depot.
A group of boys and girls chaperoned by Migses Anna Graf and Lonize Baas er picnicked Wednesday at Vance's grave in Sugarland. Attendees include Walter McCarty John Bourgholtzer Ray Healy Ed Costello Ray Kiefer Albert Kiefer Walter Costello Ida Cos ello Gean Kretz May Bassier May Kiefer Amwy Costello and Mand Wol sun.
Mrs Elen Campbell, arrested a week ago for assault and battery on Mrs Laxapert and freed to await trial before Major Clark, was recaptured Wednesday afternoon by Officers Gerer and Kermode on the city’s south side after dodging police for days. She is placed in jail.
A Washington event saw about twenty couples attend a complimentary dance for local men studying away at college. The evening featured lively music by John Dodt and Will i Seoble, and attendees enjoyed the program.
John Normyle of Indianapolis visits friends in Cannelburg. Jon Cavanaugh of Pierceton guests with his parents. Miss Georgie Dyal of Loogootee stays with Mrs. Davis’s family. John Flynn, leg injury, still confined to home. A dance at Thomas Bullock’s barn Tuesday night. W A Clark plans a week’s visit to West Baden and French Lick Springs. James Roberts of Bryantville visits daughter Mrs Florence Davis. C. Fred Harris, O H Borrall and Miss May McGrath returned from school. Fourth of July promises to be the largest ever here. Cavanaugh, B O S-W operator at Vincennes, attended late Mrs. Margaret Cavanaugh’s funeral. Joe Gehlthes bought the Lloyd Wedding property. Mr. Wedding leaves Monday for Canada.
Alma Leisher found guilty of a minor offense at circuit court and fined $10 with total costs reaching $41.20. E R Scoville traveled to St Louis for unspecified reasons. An advertisement touts Backsen's Arnica Salve for cuts burns ulcers fever sores sore eyes and boils claiming quick relief with a testimonial from D L Gregory of Hope Texas.
Mr. J. W. Turner of Trehart Virginia says Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets have done him more good than any doctor's prescription. He claims the medicine cures stomach trouble biliousness and constipation. Sold by Lindeman's Pharmacy.
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