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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1908

Page

4

School Book Collection Expansion Quote

And have every kind of book used in the schools. We also have the plan to broaden classroom resources with additional titles and materials for students and teachers.

History Moments and Notable Events of September 8

A fragmented summary notes Sept 8 historical items including an aristocratic murder in 1500 involving Amy Kovsart, the Count of Part, and references to royal births and deaths in Europe. It mentions a deadly Galveston hurricane with significant casualties, plus astronomical notes about a moon phase and sunset times. The piece also lists births and local legal notices mentioning residents and a New Building project.

Amy Kovsart Earl of

Vollmer Stores Shine In Labor Day Parade

Vollmer wholesale and sanitary stores featured in a city Labor Day parade with eleven floats and 33 employees marching in orange and white uniforms bearing Vollmer across the front. Despite disorderly lines, the display was a standout moment in the parade.

HF Tomer Sanitary Vollmer Wholesale Storea Eych Vmpiore Vollmer

Local notes on campaign talk and building vacancy

Fragmentary report describes a vacant Salvation Army room in Kinjur block likely for rent in the city. Mentions Senator Burkert and Mr Tat hus in relation to Taft's religion and the Yohranka campaign. Also notes Maxial Flour leading a group and a reference to Sunpere.

Kinjur Salvation Army Burkert Tat Hus Taft

Local social notes mix of visitors and moves statewide

Mrs Hirai Hyatt and Miss Lida VanTree visited Cincinnati today while R C Davis of Terre Haute arrived in the city this morning. Numerous locals including Grant Overrun of Udon, William Harbstrite of Stegle township, Mr and Mrs Hengry Atha Jr and Bernard Jarkin, Mrs Dan Healy and George Healy, Wo Go Brown from Matehell, Miss Alice Hennedy from Nognotut, Dr Ridgeway to Vincennes for training a mare, Misses Kathe Jean and Apna be Jean from Vincennes, R Eliver Killion from Plainville, Laura Jones from Shoals, Mr and Mrs Nierstels from Randboro, Miss Jean Schofield returning to Dayton, Ohio, Frank Jarvist and Luria Corning off to Indianapolis for state fairs, McPherson from Montgomery, John Isenogle in St Lawrence, Cahill from Canalhurst visiting relatives, J B Fanning from Montgomery in Hale city, Fownsend in Vincennes on business, Carlos T. Meorty from Shoals, Walter Cole and wife off to Indianapolis for state fair and Alkman reunion, Frances Rogartel and Filla Rugsell heading to Rustton Himets, and a note about Mrs Armham’s cat.

Labor Day Parade Reflections and Public Notices

An article fragment recalls a Labor Day celebration with remarks on contempt of court and the right to trial by jury. It details parade participants including farmers, railway workers, and local teams, noting civic pride and municipal displays. Commerce shows and local ads intermingle with brief testimonials about Dr. King's New Discovery and Arnica Salve, including endorsements and store details.

Tle United States Njun I. C. Goodwin Refisritie N. Sigsi Bucklen Wiliam C. Betts John White Highland Avenue Houston Maine Dr. King Tam

Tailor Run Over by Express Car at Sam Schofield Shop

August Boles, a tailor at Sam Schofield's shop, attempted to cling to a moving express wagon this morning. He slipped under the wheels, the load passing over his body, tearing clothes and injuring him with few bruises reported. he walked away with minor injuries.

August Boles Sam Schofield Gree

Fragmentary OCR on political figures and trust politics

The readable parts mention James Sherman, Republican committees, and debates over measures in the House. References to Cannon, Taft, and potential trust positions hint at party struggles and eligibility questions. The text appears as garbled notes on political maneuvering and endorsements without a clear event or outcome.

James 4Erman House Sherman Taft Amg

Fragmented wire service items mix of crimes and world news

A garbled telegram style digest reports an East Carlo ton region search, a former switchman accused of assaulting a merchant's daughter, mountaineer Annie Peck's success, a royal engagement setback involving Duke of Abruzzi, a wife killing in Kentucky, a failed suicide attempt, Vatican appointment notes, and a University benefit bequest tied to Col. W. Vilag.

Desgute Sniles Terelory Carotheel Bixby Mary Swarty Cars Old Daushter Henry W. “Awartz Dupo Ease St Louis Annie S Peck Providence Mounti Huaicaran Trith Abruzzi Marghéria Catherine Elking Americai Bessid Bramel Smoot Edward Smoot L'nion Lahaville He Preast Vatican Washington Aradeana University of Vicogain Col. W. Vilag

Labor Day Vaudeville at the Airdome Ends Nightly

Last night in this city Mrs Willard Santee staged a vaudeville program with one act play The Message of and a lively comedy to night. Frank Beretta arrived late for the first performance and showed a jumping routine. Moving pictures and illustrated songs impressed the audience. Charles Smith, famed for his comic acting, adds an attraction for the program.

Willard Santee Vaude Mats Etty Bagaig Filson Matthews Frank Q Berreta Sefredd Andy Charles Smith

Coal of uncertain origin drives rental pitch

In a strained recruitment appeal, the advertisement urges coal purchases to fund jobs. It touts wagon loads of lump coal at 70 to 74 rents per bushel, mine run coal for rock stoves at 7 cents per bushel, and 36 bushels for $2.19, noting price shifts with cooler weather and higher demand as a reason to buy now from a local coal company.

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How To Get Strong From Electric Bitters Claim

A Chicago street notice advertises Electric Bitters as a tonic aiding strength and health. It cites a mother’s improved flesh, reduced insomnia, steady gait, and relief from stomach liver and kidney complaints. Sold at William C. Reith’s drug store for 50 cents with a solid guarantee.

Congress Street Chicago Atranger Mt Electric Bitters

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