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Washington Washington Democrat

Location

Washington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Sep 26, 1908

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County local option bill passes in Indiana county

Indiana field reports reveal the county local option bill passed the Indiana county house by 55 to 45 with Democrats Green Hottel McKinney Treon Sicks and White voting yes and Republicans Keller Schreeter Geiss voting no The governor signed the measure into law authorizing a future county election to decide saloon status with a threshold of twenty percent of voters and a three year hold on any outcome The Senate meanwhile approved administration measures and discussed funding for the southern tobacco crop protection and state institutions with total session outlay around 92 008 dollars and a separate 25 000 emergency pension cap

Indianapotla Ind Attmiistration Fower Green Hottel McKinney Trreon Sicks White Combc L. Keller Schreeter Geiss Sweeney Branch Uanly Khacristina Te Bs Goodwine Senate Ucket G. A R Hanly Treasury Bense

Methodist Social Draws Crowd at Corner Church Event

A goodly crowd gathered Friday evening for a Methodist social at the First Church corner of Wilout and Mfr ridfin streets. The event proved a friendly success with community members enjoying fellowship and refreshments.

Jim Ho Chureh Wilout

Lyons Store Burns at Vincennes Haulting Major Loss

The Lyons store on Main Street Vincennes Indiana suffered a major fire today starting in the basement at noon. Firemen fought a hard battle as flames spread threatening the entire building. Losses on building and contents are estimated near 350000 with extensive damage to clothing lace curtains and carpeting. The blaze continued at 8 PM with crews and equipment doused and flushing water through the store. Maurice Lauby supervised the pet department in the store.

Vincennes Ind Ike Samuel Lyons Darang

Bryan Kern 30 Cent Club Button Arrival Notice

The Bryan and Kern Thirty-Cent Club reports arrival of its official lapel button. Each member receives a blue edged red circle with Bryan Kern names and a red white blue design. Treasurer Henry Backes holds the list of members and distributes badges from the club office.

Bryan and Kern Bryan Hus Jove Rowell Inb Henry Backes Gohiel Te Ing

Airdome to Close Tonight After Strong Season

The Airdome will close tonight after a season of success in Washington. David Padgett showed the public that show business can draw crowds with meritorious performances and fair prices. Attendance was liberal and constant, and a spring reopening is planned with expectations for even higher turnout next year.

Airdome Mapweer David Padgett Washington

Toledo Blade Bolts Republican Party Editorial Sparks Debate

The Toledo Blade publishes a strong first page editorial denouncing the Republican Party, calling it a bolt from a clear sky and noting the paper’s long influence in northern Ohio over many years.

Toledo Ohio Toledo Blade Blade

Tags Dead in Mercy Killing Amid Snowy Ontario Street

Silent dog Tags, a long time family companion of John L. Winston on East Van Trees Street, was shot and killed yesterday after suffering from lockjaw. The act was described as an act of mercy by the owner. children mourn the loss as the dog’s plaintive bark fades from the home.

John L. Winston East van Trees Street

Marriage License Granted To Charles A Miller And Lola A Myers

Charles A Miller of Bogard township and Lola A Myers of Epsom received a marriage license and wed Sunday at the home of the bride’s parents in Epsom. Miller is a popular adult teacher in Bogard township and the couple are among the community’s most popular young people.

Charies Bogard Township Lola Myers Epsom Girlt A Miller

A Good Show Tonight at the Opera House

Tonight at the opera house Lyman H. Howes moving pictures offer instructive scenes of people living in various parts of the world. The program has drawn crowded crowds in past trips and this complimentary notice calls attention to the event.

Lyman H. Howe

Barn Fire Destroys Casper Willis Farm Barn

Fire of unknown origin last night destroyed a large barn on Casper Willis farm south of Petersburg Indiana causing about 1000 dollars in loss. Most of the contents were insured.

Petersburg Idd Casper Willis

Bowers Funeral for Mamie Bow ers Held at St Marys

The funeral of Mamie Bow ers was held this morning with many relatives and friends in attendance at St Marys Church. Burial followed in St Johns Cemetery.

Bowers St. Mary St. John's Cemetery

Posthumous Grover Cleveland Letter Questioned

A disputed posthumous letter about Grover Cleveland surfaces amid accusations the piece was not written or signed by him. Mrs. Cleveland and Joe Walving challenge its authenticity, while Hastings and others weigh in on the politicized leak.

Grover Cleveland Taft Cleves ‘ Lahd

Frugal Exchange Inflamed by Drunken Negotiation

A fragment shows a speaker arguing over a sale with a halfhearted price and a plan to pay from a pocket while under the influence of gas. No clear names or actions are stated. The snippet suggests a petty barter scene with alcohol or gas influence.

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Narrow escape as horse nearly injures couple on Main Street

A horse pulling a buggy driven by a young couple on Main Street near West Ninth was spooked by loose dirt from gas and sewer excavations. The horse leapt into a ditch but was unharmed after bystanders freed the vehicle.

Ninthi Street Beng

Foraker Attacks Roosevelt Taft in Senate Rebuttal

Senator Foraker of Ohio fires back at Roosevelt and Taft, denouncing Hearst inspired accusations and Standard Oil ties. He vows to defend his name, claims party harm, and accuses Taft of conflicts of interest tied to Standard Oil in a heated broadcast style rebuttal.

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