04 Nov 1909
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 04, 1909
Page
1
Figures reveal 1909 current taxes of 179 059.98 and delinquencies of 4 597.66 in first installment, plus 139 SBT.25 current and 5 017 delinquency in last installment. Total collected 47 920 U4 with delinquency 18 398.44. rise mainly due to Southern Indiana railroad impact.
An incident at Mrs. Becky Lyons’s institution concerns a board bill dispute over money owed for services at the Airdome during the summer. A young man was arrested after claiming the money was paid. witnesses and local figures including Wallace and a Dewey City group are involved and are in Springfield this week.
The count from the Weld County municipal election indicates Democrats won majorities in 38 of 65 cities, Republicans in 25, with independents and cross tickets influencing results. Across large cities margins were tight, with several races likely to be contested. James E. Burke, congressman, noted.
Partial OCR text shows a draft about a mayoral election with weighs on a big majority and a candidate receiving 1.24 common read. It references New Albany and local officials, implying a city-wide vote and potential drought context.
A garbled report notes a referendum remonstrance with signatures and precinct moves. It mentions diphtheria outbreaks prompting school suspensions and the closure of grades for about two weeks. Key names are unreadable.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a public park area with benches and a crowd. Mentions a railway or avenue project and numbered items with uncertain context. No clear persons organizations or locations are identifiable.
The article reports on MME Steinheil's critical condition amid a high profile case. The widow confronts prosecutors in a confrontation over broad allegations and legal responsibility. The tone suggests dramatic court proceedings and public scrutiny surrounding the artist's legacy.
Mme Steinheil, described as a famed Paris beauty, faced Judge de Valles in the Seine court charged with murdering her husband and mother-in-law. She defended herself with rapid questioning replies, denying charges and accusing detectives of harassment as the high profile trial drew unprecedented public attention.
A jumble of undated notes covers town election neglect in Moores Hill Indiana, a murder mob in Shubuta Mississippi, a Harvard Harris fellowship for W A Hurwitz of Joplin Missouri, a state funeral in Tokyo, and a lecture course opening with season tickets.
Abraham L. Donaldson, a defeated mayoral candidate, petitions for a new recount of votes in Maple Heights and Univers Park precincts. Judge Wilson to name three commissioners to conduct the recount amid disputes over eligible voters inside and outside the city limits.
The Majestic vaudeville theater will be enlarged within a week or two with a brick addition to the rear and a new stage. The expansion will add forty five feet to its length to accommodate the growing crowds.
In Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania on November 4 a local traction company had William Gordon jailed after he threw four stones at a car window. His wife pleaded for his release and set their baby on the counter urging officials to support the child. She left quickly as they released Gordon and the child was placed with United Charities while season tickets sale proceeded.
County commissioners nearly adjourned Friday after routine work reviewing claims and roads. Interior court house renovations not ready for two weeks. GA R and Ladies Circle asked for a basement room to be set up as a meeting space. A gravel road improvement petition near Wathed School was filed and overseers appointed to assess needed work.
Surprise announcement from this city reveals the marriage of Miss Josephine Kretz daughter of Joseph Kretz to B F Moran formerly of Loogcotes now brick businessman in Deming New Mexico. The couple wed in El Paso Texas last Saturday and will reside in Deming.
Fragmentary storefront notice describes watches and trims for sale. Mentions railroad user needs and conductors time. Promises carefully tested items and stock in southern cities with inspection.
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