Book mailed free. Humphreys Medicine Co remedies
A historical ad offering Humphreys medicine with cures for fever colds coughs and a wide range of ailments. Claims include influenza pneumonia rheumatism distemper colic dysentery skin diseases and kidney and bladder disorders. The full 6x book of ten specifics priced at seven dollars is available at druggists or by mail from New York.
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A.A
I. J
J. K
COLES
Humphreys’ Medicine Co
Wiliam & John Streets
New York
Tangle of storms and political moves across states
The Chattahoochee River flood hits Columbus with five and a half feet rise in six hours as Tenn essee towns plan to exploit anti-saloon laws and eastern state elections loom. National debates on statehood continue with Republican hopes for two admissions. Murder and crime dominate reports with Brigham Young’s grandson guilty of second degree murder and a New York case of dismemberment. Venezuelan ports blockade ends as diplomats sign, while China mob attacks a Pacific Mail crew. A university address defends Roosevelt’s racial policy and a grave robberies trial reveals insanity claims. A tidal wave devastates the Society Islands killing over 1,400 and displacing many, with French relief ships sent. In Indianapolis, the Lubring bill is killed, while fraternal taxation exemptions pass, possibly shifting Knights of Pythias’ endowment to Indianapolis.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Kirkman
House
Senate
Knights of Pythias
Chicago
Indiana
Associated Press
New York
Bufffalo
Louisville
Union
Interstate
Journal
Washington
Arm
Bedford Boy News From Boston Meet and Coal Syndicate Moves
James Thornton of Phillips Academy earned a preliminary selection for the Boston Athletic Association Meet in Andover Massachusetts. A Chicago New York capitalists syndicate eyed Wheatland coal lands and a new railroad route through Knox county for development. The 1893 automatic car coupler law reduced railroad accidents. calls grow to amend the act to prevent a backslide. Wast train to Chicago via Southern Indiana Ry leaves Bedford at 8 19 a m and arrives in Chicago at 4 10 p m.
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James Thornton
Andover
Mass
Phillips’ Academy
Boston Athletic Association
Boston
Young Thornton
Cates
Nash
Chicago
New York
Wheatland
Homer Law
Worthington
Ind
Southern Indiana Railroad
Samora
Evansville
Knox County
Davis County
Chicago-New York
Bicknell
Southern Indiana
Bedford
Beaumax
Jurors for February Term Grand and Petit Jury
The February term lists grand jurors David R. Stultz, Fred Burton, Alfred Chatman, Mose Burton, A. L. Boyd, John Holland and petit jurors William Jackson, W. C. Denniston, Emery Bridwell, D. H. Guthrie, David Holman, David S. Ray, Moses McIntire, Alexander Wadkins, Earl Short, David Lively, Frank Owen, W. H. Rosshaw.
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Grand Jury
David R. Stultz
Fred Burton
Alfred Chatman
Mose Burton
A. L. Boyd
John Holland
Petit Jury
William Jackson
W.C. Denniston
Emery Bridwell
D. H. Guthrie
David Holman
David S. Ray
Moses McIntire
Alexander Wadkins
Earl Short
David Lively
Frank Owen
H. Rosshaw
Suit over a tree pits Underwood against Sherlock in Monroe
In Monroe Circuit Court Friday morning Lafayette Underwood sues Frank Sherlock for $25 claiming a tree on the line between their farms was cut and sold by Sherlock. About 30 witnesses summoned as the case proceeds toward a jury verdict amid rising costs.
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Monroe
Lafayette Underwood
Frank Sherlock
Underwood
Sherlock
High School Notes From Mitchell and Surroundings
Clinton McCurdy a sophomore is ill and absent. Teachers Klauser and Tirey plan a six weeks normal in Mitchell beginning June 1. Freshmen join a club above S. F. Buch anan's store. Civics with seniors shifts to new text. diversity in classes and lab incidents noted. Singled out are a senior English study, a chemistry class readiness, and a playful lab explosion. Authorities discuss tardiness rules and voter civics text arrival. A freshman boldly likes Latin. a senior girl returns a found five dollar bill to Prof Harris who gifts candy. Plans for class oratory contest and Shakespeare play during commencement week are discussed, with potential portraits and college ties. Local notable: Ebelsiors’ violin collection. new suburban line agent Hert. pension increases for several veterans. A satirical note suggests a liquor license law to improve Indiana’s atmosphere.
Unclaimed Bedford Post Office Letters Advertised
Remaining in the Bedford Post Office unclaimed for week ending January 31, 1903. LADIES list includes Mrs E M, Mrs Emily Bassett, Mrs H A Breant, Mrs Frank Martin, Miss Cuma Osborn, Miss Laura Patman, Miss Jennie Umphers, Mrs Isac Wilson, Mrs Julia. GENTLEMEN list includes George Bires, S M Bridgwater, J W Davis, Dr J H Groscurth, Albert Highfield, Joseph J Johnson, Wm H McCleery, Joba Ord, Tom Pickering. Persons calling for above letters, please say advertised. Vinson Williams.
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Bedford
Vinson V. Williams
Christian Endeavor Notes and Local Developments
Christian Endeavor members report illness and recovery among leaders, with prayers and activities at the church. Betsy Mason and Mrs Hawkins return to events, Jr Endeavor Ernest Wires presents a program, and talks by Aegam and West inspire youths. Donations of carnations, taffy making, transfers to committees, and potential baptisms are noted along with Roosevelt’s message in the Endeavor World. New Albany eyes a semi pro baseball team pending Indiana bill. Legislative contests seat William J. Hamilton in Greene County. West town residents concern night vandalism by youths on corners, threatening fences and fuel.
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Aegam
Christian Endeavor Movement
West
Church
Mr. Ri
Mitchell
Orleans
Martha Carlton
Wires
Kittie, Withman
Ruby Withman
Corbin
Maude Benzel
Bro. Edwards
Guy Buckles
Clifford Curry
United States
ChristianEndeavor
Christian Endeavor
International Christian Fellowship
Theodore Roosevelt
New Albany
Indiana
Greene County
William J. Hamilton
Peter Schloot
Hamilton
House
Schloot
Baxter Churn Co warning about false territory sales
A Baxter Churn Co letter to John Huff of Bedford Indiana warns of a man named O Willis fraudulently selling churn territory in the area. The firm states it does not sell territory and asks for any information about the man. It also notes cheap rates to the South and West and directs readers to the ticket office for details.
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John Huff
Baxter Churn Co
Hamilton
Ohio
Bedford
Ind
O. Willis
Wall
H P Rapugy
H. P. Rapsey
G. A
Bedford shooting wounds young Lasley returned home
Seymour Republican reports a young man named Lasley son of William Lasley from Second Street between Ewing and Broadway was brought home from Bedford with a gunshot wound in the back. Bedford police deny knowledge of any affray and say no such incident is known.
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Lasley
William Lasley
Second Street
Ewing
Broadway
Bedford
Seymour
Travel fare notice on certificate plan period dates
New York travel notice states a reduced one and one third fare on certificate plan from February 7 to 11 and February 28 to March 8. For details, contact J. G. Ray by phone or mail.
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St. Louis
Interstate Merchants Assn
St. Ouis
Interstate Merchant Assn
Wshington
D.C
Daughters of American Revolution
Washington, D.C
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Chicago
Interstate Brewers and Bottlers
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Ass’n
Western
Richmond
National
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Ohio
U.S
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Mass
National Brick Manufacturers
Merchant Tailors National Exchange
Indianapolis
Ind
American Bowling Congress
U. S
Department of Superintendent
National Educational Ass'n
National Ass'n. of Merchants & Travelers
Nat'l. Ass'n
Merchants & Travelers
Ill
New York
N. Y
J. G. Ray
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