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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1908

Page

3

County Depositors for School Books

Incomplete OCR reads as a note about county depositors for school books and a claim of having every kind of book used in schools. The fragment lacks clear names, dates, or places to confirm specifics.

Rats and Mice War Stirs City Hall Extermination Drive

A confused propagandish text decries rats and mice in Washington city limits and urges harsh action. It references city hall, oath taking, and calls for a dramatic pest purge, mentioning the department head and public safety.

Ambitious Gallery Plan Promises Town Showpiece

J. T. Lanen proposes a moving picture display to honor the town with a grand wall mural. He aims to gather artists to paint fresco landscapes across panels and stage a public band concert to close the event.

J.T Lanen Rhentorum Wesius Alenady Lamen

Bryan's Sarcastic Take on Republican Tariff Promises

The piece portrays William Jennings Bryan mocking Republican tariff pledges as vague and evasive. It cites his quips on promises “unequivocally” and “immediately,” condemning the party for not delivering lower rates. The analysis links Taft and Cannon to the campaign clash, suggesting anti Cannon sentiment shapes the race.

Bryan Nebraska State Journal Falring Mr. Bryan Tore Mighter Aga Anke Pepublican Plank Cannon Wiliun Bip Taft Hag Yigyan Repubicans Taft

Campaign reception for Bryan garners huge crowds in Cincinnati

A November event in Cincinnati drew massive crowds as William Jennings Bryan toured the city. He arrived at the Fifth and Hay station and rode to the Grand Locust, receiving ovations, flowers, and speeches amid demonstrations of strong support.

Rome Uryansul Mr¢ Bey Thelengny Tribune Bryan Pallgoad Fifth Hay Coligabes Dayton Ebheim Sieter Willlad Jennings Bryan William Howard Tait Joseph P Kiefer Peoples Weil i Thelves BicCarwald Iver Kyat Gootee

Local residents greet visitors and return home

Mrs. Charles Migehler visits relatives in Princeton while SG Davenport of Vincennes stays with friends. Numerous locals travel to nearby towns for visits, meetings, and events, and many return home afterward.

Charles Migehler Princeton

Mrs Ficke Dies at Eighty Six in County

Mrs Prederehe Ficke longtime county resident died at home Thursday night at 6 30 from old age. Born in Germany she lived in Reading Ohio and Heading Ohio with her son before moving to this city two years ago. Survived by three sons Henry William and Charles. Member of German Lutheran church at Reading burial in Reading after funeral.

Prederehe Ficke Kon Wilson Aves Reading Ohio Mors Ficke Germany United States Shi Mra Henry Ficke Pomona Missouri Wiliam Picke Chares Picke Heading Ohi Henry Ohin Ehotel

Special Tonight Seats Reserved for Season Ending Event

Tonight promises the season’s biggest treat with an exceptional closing program. The management plans a grand send off featuring a special band, amateur singers, and stage effects as the audience enjoys a final performance by the cast and ensembles.

Ward & Kaho Songert Alretka

Rosh Hashanah Events and Homecoming Preparations

The article notes Rosh Hashanah observances and Yom Kippur practices in the city. It mentions a big band concert on Sand Street and a Stoning carnival tonight. Preparations for Homecoming are under way for the week beginning in October with expectations of a corking good time.

Sand Stoning Widernessi Eary

Gossip of the Town From Bowling Green in 1762

The long drought lasted from May to September. Residents headed to England for a lasting holiday. Main Street hosted gatherings with dueling, cards, and feuds. Miss Florence Ragidado of Bowling Green is the guest of honor.

England Main Street al Dunehedn Ploreme Ragidado Bowling Green Kennaky

Typhoon Rips Central Philippines Wreaks Havoc

Reports from Manila describe a typhoon sweeping Samar Leyte Luzon Panay and Romblon with Nasbate razed except for a post office. Widespread destruction of property and possible loss of life feared as communications fail and relief efforts begin.

Samar Leyte Luzon, Panay Romblonaite Manila Philippine Samir Luzop Panay Nasbate Rombion

Washington Lyric and Dramatic Club Plans Two Performances

Officers met at Klefers office to outline the year’s plans for the Washington Lyric and Dramatic Club. They will change the club note and stage two productions, one before Christmas featuring Dudley Bucks Psalm and Lady Charlotte, with voice tests for all members and a shift toward vocal limits.

Dramatic Club Klefers Washington Lyric and Dramatic Club Christman Dudley Bucks Lady Charlotte Pei Nat Jenter

The Cattle Rustlers Hit Theatorium Tonight

A Wild West feature titled The Cattle Rustlers plays at Theatorium tonight drawing crowds downtown for a closing event. An undercover band performs as part of the evening’s entertainment.

Theatorium

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