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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1911
Page
2
Readable fragments discuss a proposed constitution and amendments. Mentions include references to brewers, state provisions, and public reaction. The text weaves humorous asides with political process notes and ongoing discussion of amendment methods.
A garbled reminiscence recounts eerie happenings around Washington with odd names, figures, and a mythic chase. References to towns, interurbans, and hidden deeds blur into a surreal vignette of sport, crime, and decayed history.
The lower house plans a formal reprimand after John J. Griffiths of Indiana allegedly offended Germany and other nations with remarks at a May 23 Pilgrim Society dinner in Mandan. Griffiths, noted as a forceful Republican speaker, previously spoke during campaigns and is compared to James E. Watson.
The Rebekahs assisted in moving the Odd Fellows lodge to its new Matiativet street home on Wednesday night. Members report the Burton homestead transfer passed without incident and no large debt occurred during the relocation.
A garbled OCR passage mentions a superintendent, a question about a heated topic, and references a debate or vote. Names and clear facts are unreadable, leaving only hints of a discussion about a school item and potential actions.
A U.S. senator has married the niece of a former Supreme Court justice. The ceremony connected two prominent political families, drawing attention from officials and the public. No further details on date or venue were disclosed in the brief notice.
A brief ad notes a fly killer offer with every purchase, claiming help to keep surfaces free of insects. It emphasizes the product as a value add and implies ease of use for customers.
An article reports two officials suspected in the Jenking case. It notes statements from Nathan Allen of Kedestia Wis and officials in the customs service while federal grand jury facts await presentation. The piece references Kenosha and York as connected locales and mentions ongoing investigations and cautions about evidence.
Fragmented text hints at discussion of cars and a war context with scattered phrases about states, breeds, and a plan to ship or assign cars and depots. Many garbled names and phrases cloud a clear narrative or event.
A 28 4 fire incidents plagued the Shep Gee course area at Matrlestitp Olay near Jat Pow aay. Ruler Paelawan and local authorities faced the blaze as firefighters used hoses and police to control rising flames. Citizens described smoke and fear as crews battled the fire and inspected the site for safety.
Frances E Warren of Wyoming marries Mies Clara Baron Morgan in a ceremony at a hotel ballroom. The bride's family, political connections, and the groom's status as a candidate are noted, along with a daughter-in-law connection and the social prominence surrounding the event.
A report notes Archbishop Messmer of Milwaukee labeling socialism as a danger and the Catholic Church offering it as a weapon against it during a Catholic Educational Association meeting in Chicago. Also a township notice announces Samuel Shufflebarger will meet residents at his Elmore township office on Tuesdays and Fridays.
The Washington article reports lively testimony on sugar policy with references to Brim of Arbuckle and Midcountry trade concerns. Representatives argue for protecting home industry while weighing sugar duty removal for cheaper imports.
Detective reports show papers suggesting arson and piracy schemes tied to a Cincinnati raid. Arrested are Joseph Kaleill George Solomon and Elias Solomon. Nashville merchants Frank Ferris Edward Hollins and $1 Goodwin aided the operation. Kaleill identified as Nashville store owner.
At the Indiana State Superintendent Association gathering at the state capitol house a resolution condemning the ogsbook course in geography was discussed. A large group opposed the resolution while Governor Marshall’s suggestion led to continued adoption of the one book course. New officers were elected: John F. Maines president, W D Curtis vice president, Ralph Longfiett secretary, William Malchior treasurer, with A Fulkerson on the committee.
A period advertisement extols Eletrigitters as a remedy for weak nervous women. It claims constipation and kidney poisons mar the skin with pimples and eruptions, and promotes Eletrigitters to regulate the stomach, liver, and kidneys, purify blood, and restore beauty, health, and confidence.
In Glendale the debate over corn and weeds promises a hard fight for ownership while the infant of J R Dinger is ill. Scott Holdren and Edgar Oliver launch a screen door business and Lakeview telephones work across town. Oil drilling on the Scott farm delays due to rain and a church ice cream social is planned at the O F Hall on July 5. Local marriages, visitors, a Union Church lecture, and wheat harvests are noted along with wagon purchases by the Farmers Union and town banter about corn claims today.
A severe thunderstorm swept through the county Friday causing flooding and stopping field work. Lightning struck Woo J. Wadsworth's barn southwest of town, engulfing hay and equipment. no insurance covered the loss. Whieworth residence suffered lightning damage after striking a telephone line. the family sheltered inside the room. Numerous locals visited, including Miss Lova Karr and Jessie from Washington, and D. B. Wadsworth hired crews to re-roof. A baptism was held at Mrs. Mary C. Wadsworth's pond with many spectators attending.
The fragment records multiple social items from Corning including weddings of Miss Kate Fanning and Mrs James Linton, and Rev Pathog officiating. It mentions Pendleton and Montgomery visits, neighbors attending church, and various names like Anna Rauey and John Cockron amid a flurry of informal notices and weather chatter.
Advertisement claims Dr Caldwell's Syrup Peppermint as best remedy for constipation. Promoted by “Question and Asawera” editors and readers, with free sample offer via mail order from Mr J A Vernon and others in Michigan and Minnesota.
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