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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1908
Page
3
The Elmore township education summary covers debates over music teaching, school trustees, and high school grade work. It notes teacher conduct, exam integrity, and calls for continued high standards amid upcoming Southern Indiana Teachers Association meetings. It also mentions local visits and medical and consumer health items tied to regional life.
A prisoner named Alla, convicted of murder in the first degree, asked if there was any appeal as he learned he was to be executed. The court noted the verdict, with the judge praising the jury, and a stay for post-trial motions was possible. The case reflects the era's legal process and looming death sentence.
Washington March 13 The post office appropriation bills face steady delay in the house amid amendments and long discussions. A joint resolution to withhold rail pay until weighing reform is adopted was incorporated. Goe of Ohio proposed a 2 million dollar boost for railway mail clerks expenses but the move failed. Lodge backed the currency bill in the senate, while Paynter and McCreary of Kentucky opposed the deposit insurance plan and criticized night rider rhetoric.
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