Boone County School Statistics Reflect 1904 Operations
The Lebanon Pioneer reports a Boone County annual school summary for 1904. It notes 7,337 pupils, 6,073 enrolled, 4,015 average attendance, 310 high school pupils, 152 teachers earning 66,603 in total salaries, 150 schoolhouses valued at 245,275, 238 graduates from common schools, and 45 from commissioned high schools.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gullion
State Superintendent of Public Instruction
F. A. Cotton
Boone County
Jery
Reading Circle
Tika
Lebanon Pioneer
Edict Urges State to Stock Sugar Creek with Fish
Piscalatorial artists gain hope as pressure mounts on the state fish commissioner to supply fish for Sugar Creek. Mayor Hoy, using influence with the proper parties, expects prompt delivery. The move will boost Lebanon fishermen and attract visitors from Indianapolis and beyond, enlivening the area.
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Sugar Creek
Hoy
Lebanon
Indianapolis
Shortage in Cars for Coal Warps Winter Supply
Report warned of a coal winter car shortage but the writer argues it is a price-boosting combine between traffic associations and coal operators. The public and small dealers suffer as prices rise and shipments shrink, reducing mine employment.
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Combine
Pain Balm credited with faster relief in fall incident
Herbert W. Edwards of Des Moines describes a winter fall that sprained his wrist and bruised his knees. He says rubbing with Chamberlains Pain Balm eased soreness after several uses and saved days of discomfort and recovery. The product is sold by Joseph Bros. Crown Prince Fleur promotes moist white bread that is easy to knead and does not stick to the bands, offered by Dean & Bowway.
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Herbert W. Edwards
Des Moines
Iowa
Chamberlain
Joseph Bros
Crown Prince
Fleur
Dean & Bowway
Teachers Salaries and Living Wages Debate
State Superintendent Fassett A. Cotton discusses teachers pay in a new bulletin. He cites an average annual salary of 440 and argues it does not reflect the dignity of the profession or the required work. He notes 1901 North Central family expenditures average 750.95 with 321.60 for food.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fassett A. Cotton
United States Bureau of Labor
North Central States
Indiana Clover Seed Growers Hold Crop for Spring Prices
Indiana farmers are marketing clover seed slowly as dealers report most of the crop remains unsold for spring prices. Only about one quarter of the Indiana crop has been marketed to date. The late crop arriving is generally poor in quality and off color, depressing current prices compared with the early crop.
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Indiana
Northwest
Penny Puzzle on the Cent Coin Reveals Hidden Symbols
The two sides of the one cent feature many items such as an animal and a weapon. The puzzle asks how many of the listed items appear on the coin, while the article also notes historical wheat and corn production per person in 1870 1903 and 1570 1950, linking farming to national growth.
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United States
Sam
Learn Telegraphy Morse Schools Offer Quick Trade Mastery
Read the display advertisement of the six Morse Schools of Telegraphy and learn how a young man may easily study telegraphy and secure a position for himself and his family.
Farmers urged to back Central Union line in Indiana appeal
The Whitestown Hustler reports a Central Union Telephone Company appeal to farmers for support. It notes farmers rely on independent rural lines and criticizes Bell system royalty demands and limited long distance access. The piece argues independents dominate rural service and farmers benefit from local competition.
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Central Union Telephone Company
Whitestown
Indiana
eBet
Mutual” Company
Mutual
Attack on J W DeVol prompts $800 reward
J W DeVol president of two Lebanon banks was attacked last Monday night at his home on East Washington street. The intruder sprang from hiding near a dining room window, knocked him down and fled leaving his hat. Bloodhounds were summoned and a five member committee appointed to investigate.
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J. W. DeVol
Bank of
This Place
First National Bank At
Lebanon
East Washington Street
Mr. DeVol
Harry DeVol
Washington Street
Drug inspectors to inspect Indiana drug stock statewide
State drug inspector Burt M. Chon under the State Board of Health begins systematic inspections of drugs sold in Indiana including patent medicines. The Board may ban adulterated drugs and action will rely on reports by Chon. Also mentions hall of fame style claims and a Toledo firm offering catarrh cure with sworn affidavit from 1886.
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Indiana
Burt M. Chon
State Board of Health
Indianapolis
Cohn
State of Ohto
Toevo
Leeds
Frank Jd. Cheney
F. J. Cheney &Co
Toledo
Hall
Frank J. Cheney
A. D
A. W. Gleason
Juries Drawn for Boone Circuit Court November Term
Juries have been drawn for the Boone circuit court November term which convenes next Monday. Grand jury members include Dora C. Neal Clinton Perry DeLong Eagle Jacob C. Stuckey Washington Geo. McColley Harrison Milton O. Lane Union John W. Jones Center. Petit jury members include Edward G. Silver Clinton Jacob R. Burkett Eagle George Harting Jackson Marion Wright Worth Charles Hedge Harrison J. E. Knotts Jefferson Newt Neptune Center William Berry Center Henry F. McDaniel Jefferson Sandy Cline Union Columbus M. Abbit Union Art South Center.
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Boone Circuit Court
Dora C. Neal
Clinton
Perry DeLong
Eagle
Jacob C. Stuckey
Washington
Geo. McColley
Harrison
Milton O. Lane
Union
John W. Jones
Center
Edward G. Silver
Jacob R. Burkett
George Harting
Jackson
Marion Wright
Worth
Charles Hedge
J. E. Knotts
Jefferson
Newt
Neptune
William Berry
Henry F. McDaniel
Sandy Cline
Columbus M. Abbit
Art South
New Methodist Hospital Cornerstone Laying in Indianapolis
The cornerstone of a new Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis was laid October 25 by Governor J Frank Hauvley and leading Methodists. Speakers included Charles W Fairbanks Senator Albert J Beveridge and Dr Edwin H Hayes of DePauw. The 134 by 143 foot building will use proof materials, follow a pavilion plan, be modern and scientific, and house sixty five beds.
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Indianapolis
J. Frank Hauvley
Charles W. Fairbanks
Albert J. Beveridge
Edwin H. Hayes
DePauw
Robes and Blankets From Milli Skanska Mills
Harness man Thoratown promotes robes and blankets direct from Milli skan's mills. Local supplier touts tested quality and durable textiles for daily wear and shelter.
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Milliskan's
Thoratown
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Appeal Falls
Bell Telephone Company
Jack the Peeper
Pittsboro
F. J. Cheney & Co
Grand Jury
Petit Jury
New Methodist Hospital
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Evley Loliar
W. J. Devol
M. Shera
V.pres.t
S. W. Ales
Cashel
the New Grocery
LA Vista
Wrelson &K Compa
Mark Wall
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