Missing Charles Cornwell Leaves Firm Behind In Uncertain Fate
The disappearance of Charles Cornwell, partner in the firm Stipp & Cornwell, shocks the city. Cornwell left abruptly Tuesday after stating he would write on his arrival. no trace of him or his whereabouts. He was well supplied with funds, and the business remains solvent with Stipp continuing operations.
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Charles Corn
Stipp & Mvedl
Cornt
Eis
Cornwell
Cornell
Stipp
Immoral Houses Debate In Legislature
Jan 14 news notes a House session where Representative Kite argues against immoral houses, backed by women's clubs. Feick introduces four Mother's Pension bills for county weekly payments. Tenkle proposes optional county health measures with higher pay, opposed by the State Board of Health.
Denny Sues Over Cow and Calf Possession in Lawrence Suit
Charles A Denny filed a replevin action in Lawrence circuit court through Underwood and Underwood against Joseph S Tkerd and Thomas N Howard. He alleges unlawful possession of one cow and one calf and seeks the return of the property plus damages.
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Charles A. Denny
Underwood & Underwood
Lawrence
Joseph S Tkerd
Thomas N. Howard
Aary Burned Structure Owned By Otto Seig
A structure owned by Otto Seig burned Wednesday night with fire damage reported. No immediate injuries noted as responders investigated the scene.
West Seventeenth barn fire owner Otto Seig uninsured loss
Fire Wednesday at 11:50 damaged a barn in West Seventeenth Street owned by Otto Seig. Neighbors and a young man rescued stock. loss estimated around 4 dollars with no insurance and suspicions of incendiary origin.
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West Seventeenth Giureet
Otto Seig
Wolves Seen Near Nashville Indiana Alarm Farmers
In Johnson Township farmers report two wolves roaming the area. Frank Morse and his sons, while coon hunting, heard dogs in a wolf fight. one dog was torn to pieces and another likely died. Hunters fired but the wolf escaped as poultry thefts worry residents.
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Nashville
Ind
Johnson Township
Frank Morse
Earthquake Death Toll Estimated at Twenty Thousand
Rome reports the latest UPI estimate placing earthquake fatalities around twenty thousand as the disaster ravages the TALY region with severe shaking. authorities tally casualties amid ongoing rescue efforts and relief mobilization.
Glee Club of Clan Fraser Prepares Friday Concert
The Glee Club of Clan Fraser No 210 directed by John Worn of Trinity College London will present a classical program at the First Christian church Friday January 29 with soprano Mrs Robert McWhirter local reader Miss Selah Jone and musician Joe Moffett of Bicknell featuring Prof Martin at the organ with accompanist Mrs J M Winstandley.
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Lee Club
Clan Fraser No. 210
Glee Club
John Worn
Trinity Cllege
London
Robert McWhirter
Selah Jone
Joe Moffett
Bicknell
Martin
J. M. Winstandley
Funeral Services for Mrs Oscar Bivens Held Thursday
Funeral services for Mrs. Oscar Bivens were conducted at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at her 12th Street residence with Rev. A. E. Dubber officiating. Members of the Woman's Relief Corps and Pocahontas ritual assisted. Interment followed at Green Hill Cemetery with attendance by relatives and friends including Mrs. Amanda Parker and Mrs. Wil Unney of Bloomington.
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Oscar Bivens
12Th Street
A. E. Dubber
James Stephenson
Bess Smith
Woman's Relief Corps
Green Hill
Pocahontas
Amanda Parker
Wil Unney
Bloomington
Cause of death of John Wafford at 4th and G Streets
A death report says John Wafford died early Thursday at the intersection of 4th and G Streets. Authorities are investigating the cause and circumstances surrounding the incident.
Funeral for John Wafford at Pentecost Church
John Wafford of 4th and G streets died at home Thursday at 12 20 after a six month illness from dropsy. Funeral services will be Friday morning at 10 at the home and the Pentecost church. Burial at Beech Grove. He leaves a widow and one grandson.
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John Wafford
Beech Grove
Reverend Sanders Seeks Title to Idle Baptist Church
Rev L S Sanders of Franklin is in the city handling legal matters to reclaim the title to a Baptist church and grounds near Leesville idle after trustees died. He aims to clarify ownership for the Baptist denomination that formerly held the property and may restore church services if successful.
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Rev. L. S. Sanders
Franklin
Leesville
Indiana Forestry Essay Contest Prizes Announced
The State Board of Forestry offers forty dollars in prizes for essays on Forestry in Indiana. High school and grade students compete with $12.50 for first and $7.50 for second in each group. Essays must be ink written, under 2000 words, and mailed to Elijah A. Gladden in Indianapolis by May 1, 1915.
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State Board of Forestry
Indiana
Elijah A. Gladden
Istate Board of Forestry
Indianapolis
Ind
Obscure obituary note mentions McLeod family
A fragmentary notice references Mrs D G McLeod and her family including a daughter, with unclear relations to parents and relatives. The text is incomplete and provides minimal context about the individuals or date.
Stone Mason George Ridge Severely Injured In Accident
George Ridge a West 15th street stone mason was injured Tuesday evening while laying a foundation on Lincoln Avenue near the overhead bridge. A falling stone struck him and a 2x4 scantling hit him under the eye, cutting a deep gash and bruising the face. He also suffered a serious leg injury and is unable to work.
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George Ridge
West 15Th Street
Ed Lemon
Lincoln Avenue
Ridge
Railsback party motor to West Baden and French Lick
Mr and Mrs JF EB Railsback and Mr and Mrs Edward Railsback of Indianapolis plus Miss Anna House of Mount Carmel Illinois traveled to West Baden and French Lick on a Wednesday outing. Mrs N Bratton accompanying.
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JF. EB. Railsback
Edward Railsback
Indianapolis
Anna House
Mount Carmel
Ill
West Baden
French Lick
Record Wheat Price Reaches High in Europe War Demand
Wheat in Chicago trading rose to 1.4334 a bushel as European demand from the great war drives prices to the highest level in years. The advance reflects wartime trade pressures and scarce supply amid ongoing conflict.
Annual Indiana University Alumni Meeting Postponed
The Indiana University Alumni annual meeting was postponed due to a Friday basketball game between Shelbyville and Bedford. It is rescheduled for Wednesday Jan 20 at 7:30 p.m. in the High School Assembly Room with Professor Frank R. Stockton speaking on economics. Alumni will organize for the coming year and elect officers.
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Shelbyville
Bedford
Indiana University
Frank R. Stockton
Medina is Sentenced to Life in Murder Case at Bloomington
After a brief deliberation the jury found B D Medina guilty of first degree murder for killing his wife and sentenced him to life in the state prison. Indiana University law student Ben Drollinger asked to file written reasons for a new trial. Mrs Medina’s mother from Louisville attended court and appeared pleased. The prosecutor announced that Edward L Duncan would plead guilty to second degree murder in a separate case sent from Greene county. Duncan had killed his former wife after she remarried and then shot her new husband.
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Bloomington
Ind
B. D. Medina
De‘gree
Medina
Ben Drollinger
Law School
Indiana University
H. G. Taylor
Louisville
Joseph Knox Barclay
Edward i L. Duncan
Linton
Duncan
Greene County
Jasonville
Bloomington Set to End Water Shortage as Springs Flow
Indiana University professor reports Bloomington water from Leonards springs at about 800000 gallons daily and three Old Lakes springs adding near 900000, enough to run pumps 24 hours once Leonards is connected, suggesting no water famine. Amelia Gilson Clark and five grandchildren reach Crossfield farm, Canada, enrolled in school and content.
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Bloomington
Ind
Indiana University
E. R. Cummings
Geological
Leonards
Old Lakes
T Leonards
Jerusalem Church Revival Ends Soon as Meetings Continue
The Christian church packed to hear Mr Meacham on The Jerusalem Church and tonight on The What and Why of Christian Baptism. Efficiency Conferences on Sunday School methods draw 2:30 p m sessions. Aiming for 1200 in Sunday School next Sunday. Men’s Meetings at 2:30 p m and a 7:15 p m Evangelistic service close the series. Baptismal service follows preaching tonight. Only three days remain until the meetings end. prayers and efforts urged for great results.
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Meacham
Jerusalem
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Kite
Democratic Farmer
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Jhoir
Tenkle
Dem
Bill Mak
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State “Board of Health
Aeplevin
Charles’ A. Denny
Joseph S
Skerd and
T. N. Howard
Dillon Clark
Petit
Squire
Eamily
Wrangle
EF. B. Bridwell
Aary
Bron cl
Thy
Naco
Ariz
Taly
United Press
Rome
Glee Club of
Clan Fraser Making
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Fortyno I Prues
D. G. McLeody
Paryreel
Mrs. N. Bratton
Yman Winn
Terre Hatte
Chicago
Annual Meeting of
Indiana, al
Tenced
Clark
Amelia Gilson
Ralph Gilson
Crossfield
Canada
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