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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1908
Page
3
The Cincinnati Enquirer warns readers about careless bets in quick schemes and the toll on innocent investors during financial panics. It urges attention to reliable data and prudent methods to steer clear of future trouble.
Fragmented OCR text shows a Greene County matter about a suit against three named officials and the county attorney over a shortage in funds or records. The details are garbled but indicate a legal action involving county officers and a former county recorder.
A chaotic recap shows Washington losing 7 to 2 amid muddled notes of players and innings. Names like Collins and Burchell appear among stray references, with scattered mentions of Batters, Umpires, and regional teams in a fractured render of a baseball box score.
The Indiana audit and treasurer reports from 1894 to 1907 show rising receipts and disbursements, with 1907 shortened fiscal year complicating comparisons. Officials blame proliferation of offices and salaries for the growing burden on taxpayers.
The city council, after a long discussion, ordered that all gravel street improvements include concrete curb and gutter. Several streets, including Grove and Seventh streets, East Second, and Van Trees, were named for curb and gutter installations at the property owner’s expense. Sidewalk plans drew debate, with some urging concrete sidewalks along East Seventh and Van Trees. The meeting also approved sewer projects, settled light plant bills from prior administration, and reported April receipts and disbursements.
Fragmented OCR reveals a district event dated May 14 with references to young people, a banquet, and a discussion of numbers. The text is garbled but mentions Vincennes and a total sum of 15,940, hinting at a financial or ceremonial aspect.
An ad touts Dr Caldwell's Pepsin as a cure for stomach troubles and related ailments with claims of little cost and full, guaranteed results. It asserts the remedy treats conditions from indigestion to liver and bowel issues and promises reliable relief without surgery. The ad urges purchase at stores and medical advice from a competent physician.
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