16 Nov 1906
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1906
Page
1
Charles F Meyer and Miss Slizageta Were married at New Albany on Thursday in a simple ceremony conducted by local clergy. Attendants included family and close friends. The couple plans to reside in the area.
Chariea Fred Meyer cigar salesman and Elizabeth Hyatt of East Van Trees Street wed Thursday afternoon at 2:30 in the home of Mire Adelade M. Cohway. The ceremony was performed by Rev. W. Af. McGrack eh, rector of St. Paul's church. Washington friends had anticipated the match, with relatives visiting under the pretense of a visit to New Albany.
Southwostern to have a repair day as engines B and C await extensive work due to leaking flues and low water in the stream that feeds the town water supply. Foreman W. P. Cameron and a boiler maker from Washington oversee pumping fuel and keeping engines in operation amid a harsh weather spell.
Hartel Abbott, recently married to Miss Laura Hendricks of Bloomsby, was returned to prison to finish a sentence after violating parole and threats to kill his grandmother with a razor. He had been released from the Jefferson County reform school days ago on good behavior and lived in Linton before the latest trouble. Police had searched for Abbott for several days before locating him in Atias and conveying him to the Jeffersonside reform school for the remaining term.
The recantation hints at a bribery scheme during the trial. A substantial offer to secure a favorable outcome was refused. Later a suspect allegedly entered the basement of the courthouse and tried to pass a bribe to the witness, who rejected it.
A large crowd is expected at the electric workers ball at Peaglas hall tonight. Extensive preparations include novel decorations and lighting effects. Between seven and eight hundred incandescent lights plus arc lights create an elaborate display costing about 700 in money.
Grand jury indicted John D. Rockefeller and several of his directors for violating the anti trust act. Indictment names not disclosed. Rockefeller to appear as required. action connected to prior probate court case in Findlay Ohio.
At a public high school Principal Samuel Wertz enforces a dress code banning low necklines and sleeveless wear. Some students consult an attorney and argue they have right to dress as long as clothing is proper. Others continue to wear elbow sleeves and blouses, citing cold weather and changing social norms.
A birthday supper was given for Mrs Allee J Stears of Elm Street on Thursday hosted by her daughters. Mrs Stears and family celebrated her birth anniversary with decorations, music, and good company. Guests included Mrs Car tle Crawford and several grandchildren among friends, creating a pleasant gathering.
The government seeks to dissolve Standard Oil and halt its alleged monopoly. The petition names John D. Rockefeller and 70+ related corporations, charging violations of Sherman antitrust laws by restraining trade and monopolizing interstate commerce. It alleges Standard controls about 90 percent of the oil business and would prohibit dividends and contracts maintaining the holding structure. The filing cites data from James R. Garfield and details the expansive holding network and alleged anti-competitive practices.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Hastings Ragee af Mg and Mtre Amos near Eloora and a reference to Rev C C Lowther. Details are unreadable. no clear event, date, or location beyond a rural label.
The report describes Wilhs Brown, a trustee, meeting with Wipalit Township officials following a runaway incident. Brown reportedly suffered severe pain but appears relieved as authorities assess injuries. A 1943 dated social gathering at Avenue hosted by Mrs. Jozeph Tue includes guests Mrs. John W. Guang, Richard Queen, and Mrs. Geach Que.
A fragmented 19th century text notes resolutions from Vigo County and teachers institute meetings. It discusses salaries for Indiana school teachers with criteria for experience and training, and references tax funding considerations and required qualifications.
A legal notice states that Padgett through nis attorneys filed suit seeking eighteen thousand dollars in damages. The action names parties involved and outlines the court where the claim is docketed, with dates and relief sought.
A fragmented OCR item lists names and terms like BY and SEULes with unclear context. Readable parts show possible references to individuals or events but lack coherent facts, dates, or places to confirm a concrete incident or outcome. The readable text suggests a dull roster-like fragment needing clearer source material to summarize reliably.
The report summarizes 1906 farm outputs including potatoes tomatoes watermelons and cantaloupes with statewide bushel totals acreages by county and year overviews. It lists top counties Sullivan Gibson Warflex Marion Taunton and others with acre increases and notable yields, noting melons and tobacco figures and comparing 1905 1906 and earlier data.
A Wednesday night robbery at Elnora targeted Fred Toelle s store and car. The thief took two pairs of shoes a coat and sweater along with seventy cents in cash. No suspects are named.
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