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Washington Washington Democrat

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Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1908

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Bondsmen Face Losses in Sims Case at Vans Buren

In Van Buren township bondsmen Lowery Cooper Walter GC Gartel A A Lane and Jonas Winklepie of Odon meet with officials to settle the Sims case. They discuss how much of the township debt they must cover, amid questions of liability and unpaid funds amounting to over 2000 dollars. Sims claims inability to pay. bond responsibilities linger as settlement expectations rise.

van Buren Township Odon Sachs Sims Drage Odan Elocuit van’ Buren Penne

Memorial Day Observance By Odd Fellows Held

Secretary here A B Charple of Inddanayous Catholic extension society visits southern Indiana for a few days promoting aid to priests among Catholics in the west and south. The Longdotes lodge observed Memorial Day, Elmer E Hastings of city grand master delivered the memorial address and the lodge decorated the graves of departed brethren in the afternoon.

A.B. Charple Inddanayous Indiana Catholic Church Xtension Sovciety U.S. A Aix Society Bonda Millton Digi Longdotes Lodge of Odd Fellows Elmer E. Hastings Grand

White River Falls: Water Recedes After Flood Peak

The White River dropped an inch as high water receded through Sunday night. The trickle continued slowly through Monday morning with forecasts expecting further fall but no second flood. Hundreds viewed the flood scene Saturday afternoon as people traveled to the area to watch the receding waters.

White River Food Dame Wiashington

Concrete Building Directed On South Street

Notice of an erection of a one story concrete building 20 by 30 or 20 by 60 feet on South Street. Sullivan and Pavis McDougall and Hamersly listed as builders in partnership with James Sats forge C. Day of Church Ferry. Dakota.

McDougall& Hamersly Fays South Street Miding One & Davia James Satsforge C. Day Churth’s Ferry Ndi Dakota

Back to the U. Fort Robinson Veteran Returns Home

Frank Klawell, after two years in service, returns to the United States and Fort Robinson. The item notes his reassignment and homecoming with a brief, non-graphic summary of the veteran.

Frank Klawell United States Fort Roipson

Dead Engineer Laid to Rest in Oak Grove Funeral

A large Oak Grove crowd attended the funeral of the late engineer Humphrey. The service featured the Masonic rites and a sermon by Rev. J. M. Dougé Jass. The procession included railroad men from Cincinnati, Aurora, Seymour, and other cities, with floral tributes arriving from several states.

Oak Grove Bante Humphrey Misonte Seat End Hine J. M. Dougé Jass Carey Ordee Rene Cincinnati Humphrey Atd Afre John Qrmeby J. C. ‘Hagarty H. £ McGinbis Cinsinnati Stockman Aurora Clyde McGowan Pat Sheron Herb ‘Durham M. C. Black Seymour J. M. Sheer East St. Louis A. RR

Man Falls From iTrain Into the Wabash River

A construction train crossing the B and O Southwestern bridge over the Wabash River on a Saturday afternoon resulted in a man falling between two cars. He disappeared beneath the water and was not seen again. The bridge watchman witnessed the fall from the opposite side, and authorities launched an investigation without locating the body.

Iver B. & O. Southwestern Armas Vieceness Brldz

Knights of Columbus Initiation Banquet After Bloomington Visit

A group led by A J Padgett and others arrived home from Bloomington where they witnessed a K of C initiation Sunday afternoon. A loss of fifty four was taken into the order. Loogootee team conferred first and second degrees, Padgett and Stam conferred the third. A magnificent banquet followed and attendees praised Bloomington Knights hospitality.

A. J. Padgett John W. McCarty Albert Kovher Andrew Langton Pred Sebperger Mark Walker Ed Walker C. J. Ward Bernard Spaulding Will Huron Walter Rocher Bloomington Loogootee A. J. Pad ‘Gett Stam Prabe Bloomington Knights

Delegates Arrive for Knights of Columbus Convention

Delegates arrive by noon with more expected on night trains for the Knights of Columbus convention opening tomorrow at 10 o clock. Third degree members in good standing are welcome. delegates will not have a voice in the day’s proceedings. Tonight a reception will be held, and Rev Father Vaughan will lecture at the opera house tomorrow night followed by a luncheon and social hour. Kangaroo rat infestation threatens Ben Lomond grapes as rattlesnakes' slaughter is blamed. A marriage license was issued to Cahill and Seal Canneburg for ceremony tomorrow at 3 o'clock. The Classical club plans its annual banquet on Thursday May 21.

Knighty of Columbus Father Vaughan Opera House HK. of C Bail Genera Bouira Banta Crez Ben Lomond Dati Thas Woods Germany Columbus America

Across the State Aged Prose and Public Curiosities

A Loogontee man sold 1000 bushels of corn at sixty five cents and ships it today while thousands in Washington view White River floodwaters. The opera house crowds for a lecture by Father Vaughan. A critic notes errors in speech education and urges proper usage.

Loogontee Man

Elaborate Fleet Frisco Honor Reception Described

A lengthy account details the San Francisco Navy social events aboard the fleet. Admiral Thomas and others spoke on the role of the press and hospitality during a multi day program marked by formal addresses and wreaths.

San Franco Officera Maz Antic Feeta Minas ‘Thomas Mks Homas Anthe Pairmont Bote Thomas Sundhy Fairmont

Socialist Convention Battles City and Rural Factions

A chaotic socialist convention debates city graft versus rural agricultural classes as delegates spar over the party's path. Amid unrest a fire claims children in a struck city crisis and a lynching scare surrounds Jeanne Weber in Nancy. Paris reports wanders of expulsions inflaming anti foreign sentiment against Castro era policies.

Birthday of Veteran Captain Horrall Plans Folk Party

Veteran Captain B. P. Horrall of Walnut prepares a birthday party for the "Little Folk" in his vicinity. He will follow his usual route during the day and honor his late wife, with visits to the graves of Dal.

B. P. Horrall

Ante-Saloon League Sets Campaign Kickoff Here

A temperance meeting was held in the city to launch fundraising for the Ante-Saloon League campaign. The Rev. Barnville of Indianapolis and Rev. Faulk of Bloomington will lead services Sunday with a week of meetings planned, including sermons in churches and Thursday Friday night gatherings aimed at rallying support and gathering signatures.

Ante-Saloon League Baptist Ingroa Scnday League Bvaneville Indianapolis Faulk Bloomayla Chicago

Optimist Theme Echoes In Sunday Musings And Lively News

A fragment from Bloomington Indiana May 1 reports a sunny May day mood as a community piece blends optimistic quotes with local anecdotes. It mentions Reverend W Bakers and a contrast to pessimism, along with a shooting incident in which Harry Stone, a county school superintendent, was wounded by a gunshot near his wrist but expected to survive.

Bloomington Ind Harry Bu County Stone Sunday

Vincennes City Ownership Proposal for Utilities

Residents hear a proposal to let the city acquire and operate utilities at actual cost, aiming to eliminate private profit from artificial gas and electricity. The plan urges public purchase of properties to supply heating and power while keeping prices steady, arguing it benefits all citizens and reduces costs. The discussion references community profits and fears of private gain, with dates and names not clearly legible.

Vincennes Vincennea Farmah Huey Colts

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