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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1908

Page

3

Big Glass at Whitfield Initiation at St Joseph’s Parish

The Ancient Order of HTRE held an initiation at Whitfield on a Sunday, with about fifty members forming at St. Martin’s Church for the ceremony. Father Duffey presided as chaplain, while leaders from Montgomery and Maclin counties assisted in conducting degrees and welcoming new members.

HTRE Whitfield Martin County Tattey J. F Stanton Joseph's Bary Swagshina Maclin AL Marlin Father Duffey Lere Montgomery Tharched Jejd Iétiattend Jon Ker St. Martin's A. C. Heenerder Sohn ‘Deunigan Mineral-Secretiry Din Madsner Anerdiary Charles Clements Treaqueer

Peace of Conscience is Earthly End to Be Desired

An excerpt from Senator Eph Inman’s speech at Vincennes, urging honesty as the true earthly happiness. He argues virtue and integrity lead to lasting joy, citing the soul’s peace and the value of honest living over outward honors.

Eph Inman Vincennes Pace

Saloon Opening in Petersbn and Civic Farewell Scene

A mistyped report from Petersbn notes the first saloon opening in five years with sixty three attendees. A man bids farewell in the square, while a Unitarian rector and local figures appear in related church notes. An advertisement praises Electric Bitters for digestion and vitality, with a local drugstore selling them under guarantee.

Petersburg Int Chandy Shaiter

Washington Colts defeat Monroe City in 19 to 7 rout

The Washington Colts defeated Monroe City 19 to 7 on Sunday afternoon, with Makentepe holding the Monroe lineup to four hits. Wardie Berkett and Zinken sparked fielding and batting as Washington grabbed its first win after a drought, and they schedule a game at Toogaotes ext next Sunday.

Washington Colts Monron City Makéntepe Alabama Montreallo Makentepe Wardie Berkett Zinken Monroe City Washington Colts Toogaotes

Eclipse A Sun Show Teases Awe Across Smoke Glass

The piece recalls a Sunday sun eclipse seen through smoked glass, a pretty sight that pales beside the 1889 total eclipse. Chickens roosted, cows came home, and streets filled with watchers. A bold boy cried out in irreverent joy, “Bully for God,” punctuating the moment.

Mail Order Lesson From A Frustrated Buyer

A Dergdur county man bought wallpaper from a mail order firm in Chicago paying 7 cents per roll plus weight. He lacked enough paper to finish the job and traveled to town to sue, finally finding the needed material. The letter from Lester Nelson of Naples Maine touts King’s New Discovery as a lifesaving remedy for coughs and throat complaints.

Dergdur Chicago Nameland Toria Lester Hi Nelson Naples

Washington Light and Water to raise rates and require meters

The Washington Light and Water Company directors announce changes to light rates and a move to metered service to cover expenses. Day service will use rated lamps, higher power lamps incur higher charges, and flat rate connections require prior permission. Rates take effect July 1, 1908, with penalties for late payment and specific office details.

Washington Light and Water Company Lkht Viant Ang Aon Aiso Thi Jendéavor Mt Temiedy Cervica Nérvies Aervica L Ight Company Merit Company Fmed Kohers Melerz Hamersly

Fieee Init Try Temas and Modal Fle

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Local residents travel home after weekend visit

From Petersburg William Greensid, Harry Chap wen af id Thomas Tracy and the Mise ee Gladys Spilman, Julia Colvin and Alma Lamp drove here from Faters ure Sunday afternoon. They re -trned home that night. Grenfeld and Chapman both wed here a few. Yeara tga, Tracy and Greenfeld now live at Loulaville and they re turned home this morning.

Wiliam Greensid Harry Chap Thomas Tracy Gladys Spilman Julia Colvin Alma ‘Lamp Faters| Ure Grenfeld Chapman Tracy Greenfeld Loulaville

Moving to Canada for the Summer Visit

Mr and Mrs John Wind and their children plan to leave tomorrow morning for Durant Canada where they will stay through September as guests of Mrs Len Washburn. Washburn, formerly Miss Say Neal of this city, will host them during the summer in Canada.

Ion John. T. Wind Jchildren Fordurant Canada Gueets Len Washburn An Washburn Say Neal

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