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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1908

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Culllop Nominated for Congress in Historic Bloomington Convention

The Bloomington convention nominated William A. Cullop for Congress from the Second District after a six hundred ballot, bitterly fought session. Davis Padgett Welman and Miera split the early votes as counties like Knox, Greene, and Monroe shifted support, ending with Cullop's unanimous nomination at 1:30 Friday morning amid cheers and a pledge of party unity.

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Time to Think About Lace Curtains

A brief note highlights lace curtains offered for sale with emphasis on trimmed styles and low minimum prices. The fragment hints at a promotional angle urging readers to consider this home decor item.

Boat Probe Ends as Whitney Details Anonymous Letters

Washington May 1 The investigation into Electric Boat Co methods under the House committee advanced as attorney Frederick Grown Whitney admitted authorship of anonymous letters to newspapers and State Senator Edinborough. Whitney said he sent clippings to members and may have shared with Representative Lilley before February 20 the inquiry resolution.

Washington Electric Boat Co House of Representatives Lilley Conn House Committee Frederick Grown Whitney Frank Edinborough Michigan Whitney Lond

Rob Train of $10,000 Gold Held Up Near Pittsburgh

Two masked men held up the St Louis express near Walkers Mill twenty miles west of Pittsburgh. A messenger Roshen was overpowered, ten bags of gold each containing 10,900 dollars stolen. The robbers fled into dense woods near Walker's Station. detectives from city and counties joined the search.

Pittsburg St Louis Bt Louis Frere White Mendenger Ja Panhandle Pennsylvania Railroad Companies New York Expres Walker's Station

Threatened Strike Off In Pittsburg Wages Deal Reached

Pittsburg May 1 The threatened strike of conductors and motormen on all traction lines was averted for now after an almost unanimous vote against a proposed wage cut of one cent an hour An arbitration board member was agreed upon and the settlement expected to be reduced before the date set The action postpones the wage cut and preserves service

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Petition for Pardoning Van Schaick Draws Massive Signatures

A vast 245,800 strong petition was delivered to President Roosevelt and Attorney General Bonaparte asking clemency for Capt. Wallen Van Schaick, master of the ill fated General Slocum, whose steamship catastrophe in New York harbor on June 15, 1904 killed more than a thousand. The effort was led by the American Association of Masters Mates and Pilots and presented by Brooklyn Representative Law and association president Capt. John H. Pruett. The president promised careful consideration.

Washington Wallen van Schaick General Slocum New York Harbor American Association of Masters, Mates and Pilots Representative Law Af Brooklyn John H. Pruett van Achulck

High School Boys Meet at Vincennes Tomorrow

Washington and Vincennes teams prepare for the Big Four meet with events including 220 yard dash 440 yard dash and relay races. Notable athletes from Washington are Emry Cochran and Oliphant while Vincennes features Philippt Ohnemus and Duckwall. A large cheering crowd anticipates strong showings as schools travel to Linton the following Saturday.

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Breen Sister Dies Suddenly in City Home

Mrs Breen, sister of Mrs lavagd of this city, died suddenly at her Loogontee residence early this morning. Her death was not expected. she had been in frail health for several years but was not in critical condition.

Breen Lavagd Loogontee

Undertaker Notified After Woman Awakens From Unconscious State

A woman believed dead by her family after collapsing in her bedroom on Thursday morning surprised those present by turning her head as an undertaker began preparations for a funeral. She later whispered, and her condition remains serious but improved, with relatives assisting care.

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Death of Mrs Wykoft in county funeral set

Mrs Martha Alverda A Wykoft born December 4 1877 in Martin county spent most of her life there. Funeral services will be held at her father residence 1419 North Street at 9 30 tomorrow. Burial at Oak Grove Cemetery.

Martha Alverda

Memorial Services by White River Aerts Of Fraternal Eagles

Fraternal Eagles chapter to hold memorial services at Opera House on Sims day at 2:30. The program lists Daniel Corcoran Hirai Held Walter Bickings GW Bolt and Andrew Wilson among honored? attendees with music by Koefer's Orchestra and a ritual service. Rev C B Hodge delivers invocation and Rev U M Brows presides. A Welcome Address by Philater H McHenry and a farewell by Miss Belen Brown appear among readings and hymns.

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