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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1904
Page
1
A critical editorial column rails at government spending as misused funds and careless allocation, urging tighter controls and accountability. It attacks wasteful projects and calls for prudent budgeting by officials and agencies.
The Argus Bulletin is accused of bold misstatements over 1905 assessments and railroad taxes in Laporte county. The letter denounces Democratic claims as false, detailing actual totals, county expenditures, and alleged waste in bridges, jails, and court costs while urging voters to consider Republican records.
Mary Brown received custody of her son Earl and possession of household goods as alimony in a circuit court divorce from A S Brown, residents of Michigan City. Sallie A Gordon gained a divorce from Martin Gordon of Laporte and reverted to her maiden name Sallie Smith. Stillwell residents P Gilroy declared of unbalanced mind. Thomas Quinn appointed guardian. Grand jury convened Friday by Judge J C Richter to probe Lacrosse murder mystery.
A New York husband reports his daughter survived a near fatal bout of whooping cough and bronchitis after trying Dr King's New Discovery. His niece, with advanced consumption, is now well. The ad touts the medicine as a universal cure for throat and lung diseases, with trial bottles and guaranteed satisfaction.
The board of trustees at the Indiana state soldiers' home in Lafayette admitted seventy two new members but the facility is full. Veterans and accepted applicants await housing until space opens.
The notice invites new readers to sample the INDICATOR at no charge until after November 8 and asks recipients to verify authorization for continued delivery. It notes the price of a yearly subscription at $1 and encourages joining its army of readers.
Indianapolis Oct 20 State Superintendent Cotton announced Indiana won first prize for the educational exhibit at the world’s fair. Competition was strong with many states. Winning schools will be named later.
Qbing store in Laporte Indiana announces the sale of its entire stock including harnesses dollars rubles blankets and more at greatly reduced prices to clear inventory for closing.
An unsigned county article charges Democratic leaders with misleading voters about a state board tax rise. It breaks down township rate increases, cites Grover’s estimates, and warns of a $13,620.31 potential excess amid calls to reduce rates to protect taxpayers.
Eleven o clock Sunday morning service at the Methodist church will honor Old Peoples Day with old songs and a thoughtful program. Class meeting Sunday school Epworth League and evening preaching service proceed as usual. I exchange coal for cash J Dol man.
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