Army Hospital At Hot Springs Information For Applicants
By direction of the Secretary of War the Army and Navy General Hospital Hot Springs Arkansas publishes admission guidance for officers and enlisted men and honorably discharged soldiers and sailors. Preference given to active and retired service personnel and authorized by the Surgeon General. venereal cases barred. expenses and subsistence details provided. Byers and Boyd buy Browning lot at T and 7th streets for a new spring business house.
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Secretary of War
Army and Navy General Hospital
Hot Springs
Arkansas
Military and Naval Service
United States
Revenue Cutter Service
Marine Hospital Service
Army and Navy
Army
Navy
Marine Corps
Military
Naval
Surgeon General
Regular
Byers & Boyd
Wm. Browning
T and 7Th Streets
John Newland Nominated for First Ward Councilman
John Newland is announced as a candidate for City Council in the First Ward, subject to the Republican Primary. A farmer by background, he has lived in the city for years, is described as a working man with strong ties to workers, honest, intelligent, and well educated with solid business capacity. If nominated, he is seen as having strong election prospects and would be a safe, competent councilman.
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John Newland
Friends of
Public Installation Sparks G A R W R C Officers
Crowds gathered at the G A R Hall for a joint installation ceremony. W R C officers were installed by Mrs James Culhan, with Capt J D Alexander and Capt S A Snyder handling duties for the G A R, followed by a program of songs, recitations, and a canteen song. A later incident at the B Q depot involved John McIntire defending mail bags from a disruptive group.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. R. Hall
Bedford Auxiliary
America
Whitted
Ada Whitted
Ada
John C Chaney Declares Sullivan Union Congressional Bid
John C Chaney of Washington City announces his candidacy with the Sullivan Union for Congress. The Union lauds his 1880 county organizing drive, 1884 State Central Committee membership, First Assistant to the Attorney General appointment, and a strong record in the Court of Claims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. Chaney
Washington City
Sullivan
Sullivan Union For
Congress
Chaney
P.R Wadsworth
Union
John Chaney
James C. Carlton for Mayor in Republican Primary
Bedford native James C. Carlton, a longtime local businessman and former postmaster, is profiled as a strong Republican mayoral candidate. The sketch covers his early printing work, Mexican War service, editorial ventures, drug business in Bedford, town leadership, and shifting party loyalties toward McKinley in 1900.
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James C. Carlton
Bedford
Mr Carlton
Mr. Carlton
Indiana
Indianapolis
Mexico
Lawrence County Seminary
Bloomington
Judgs A. B. Carlton
J. ©. Carlton
J. W. Newland
H. D. Pearson
Carlton
Palmer
Buckner
McKinley
Roosevelt
Bryan
George Johnson Spends Sunday in City
Mitchell resident George Johnson spent Sunday in this city, likely for a visit or local activities, with no further details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Johnson
Mitchell
Royal Baking Powder CQO in New York
A historical brief noting Royal Baking Powder Company at 100 William Street New York. The entry identifies the firm’s location and corporate tagging as part of a directory-style listing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Baking Powder
William
New York
Skull Fracture After Tramway Accident at Mill No.1
Samuel Gardner suffered a skull fracture and scalp wound when a bolt loosened from a jack while workmen repaired the tramway at P. M. & B Mill No.1. He was taken to Dr. Freeland’s and then to Fayette hospital for care as no local hospital offered suitable nursing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salem-Bedford
Samuel Gardner
Gardner
Lafayette
Walsh Buys Trinity Springs in Indiana Rail Run
President John R. Walsh of the Southern Indiana buys Trinity Springs from Capt. J. D. Alexander as Trustee for the Dunn heirs. The 280 acre transfer, valued at 12000 dollars, includes mineral springs and promises two new hotels and a branch track to link Indian Springs and Trinity Springs with the Southern Indiana main line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Springs
John R. Walsh
Southern Indiana
J. D. Alexander
Dunn
J. W. Thompson
T. J. Brooks
Southern Indiana Ry
Walsh
Trinity
Prench Lick
West Baden
Indian Springs
Grace Homan Moves From City to Cleveland with Sons
Mrs Grace Homan daughter of Elder Joseph Franklin recently left this city for Indianapolis and then moved to Cleveland Ohio where her two sons work in a major publishing house there.
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Mra
Grace Homan
Joseph Franklin
Indianapolis
Cleveland
Ohio
Bedford and Linton Street Transport Mixed By Power
The Bedford line uses mule powered cars while Linton employs electric traction. Lawrence hills resist electricity except in hollers, per the Washington Herald. A. Ashcraft sells grocery stock to Marcus D. Reid who plans to take charge around February 4. Reid also buys John Feltner’s butcher shop and will move stock to the Dinkelspiels building across the street. John Lane’s woodchopping page shows 60 guests at 25 cents each totaling 15 dollars. Laborers produce 2 cords of wood at 60 cents per cord, adding 1.20 dollars to a looming balance of about 13.80 for Brolane’s account.
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Bedford
Linton
Lawrence
Washington Herald
A. Ashcraft
Marcus D. Reid
Mr. Reid
John Feltner
Dinkelspiel
John Lane
Bro.lane
Heltonville News
Georgia Telephone Co Plans Line From Georgia to Bedford
Mitchell Tribune reports the Georgia Telephone Company will begin building a new line from Georgia to Bedford via Bryantsville. The project aims to provide direct connection to the county capital, improving convenience for many patrons and enhancing service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Georgia Telephone Company
Georgia
Bedford
Bryantsville
Mitchell Tribune
Large Land Sale by DePauw Heirs Near White River
The sale of two thirds of a one half interest in 1000 acres of land near Indian Creek adjoining White River, owned by DePauw heirs in New Albany, brought 12000 dollars. John H. Stotsenburg, commissioner, bought for several heirs. The Monon Railroad reports strong earnings with new engines arriving to boost capacity. a Chautauqua type engine hauled the Indianapolis to Chicago express in 4 hours 10 minutes at an average speed of 62 mph.
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Indian Creek
White River
DePauw
New Albany
John H. Stotsenburg
George K. Lowell
Monon
Indianapolis
Chicago
Jennings $200000 suit filed against Salem residents
The federal court long-running damage case of David A. Jennings against Eli W. Menaugh and twenty eight Salem residents saw each defendant file a separate answer. Jennings seeks $200,000, claiming a neighborhood plot ruined his business and harmed his family life. defendants challenge his allegations and note his controversial conduct. J. M. Potter of Fayetteville was in town, having bought B. F. Pitman’s farm in Indian Creek and plans to devote himself to farming and stock raising.
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David A. Jennings
Eli W. Menaugh
Salem
Federal Court
Jennings
W. V. Rooker
Indianapolis
Pyatatiff
J. M. Potter
Fayetteville
Mr. Potter
B. F. Pitman
Indian Creek Township
Houston-Dillman union shocks Salida on Christmas day
Lee Houston vanished on Christmas day then secretly traveled to the county capital where he wed Eva Dillman of Pueblo with proper credentials before County Judge Newitt. The couple planned a permanent residence in Salida as his family remained unaware until the announcement. Mrs. Houston will relocate to Salida next week.
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Lee Houston
Salida
Rio Grande
Eva Dillman
Pueblo
Newitt
Houston
Lee
Feather
Crooke and Draper Wed at Home Ceremony
Walter H. Crooke and Grace L. Draper were united in marriage Sunday evening at 6 p m at the home of Gus Smith with Rev R Scott Hyde officiating. A number of guests attended and the couple will reside on East 19th Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter H. Crooke
Grace L.draper
Gus Smith
R. Scott
Hyde
Mrs. Crooke
East 19Th Street
Hobo sightings spark fear and local council hopeful
Town reports hobo activity near streets over two weeks with a presumed camp blamed for recent robberies. H. Stone, a north Bedford grocer and former B and B Railway engineer, is announced as a candidate for First Ward Councilman. A horse and buggy accident involving Mrs Malindy Johnson near Leatherwood church causes scattered butter and eggs, but no injuries.
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Malindy Johnson
Leatherwood Church
Bedford
18Th
O Street
18Th Street
P Street
17Th
16Th Street
Town
Box
Surprise Party Among Misses Watsons Home
A pleasant surprise party was held Saturday evening January 25 at the home of Misses Lillian and Anna Watson. Guests enjoyed games and music, with refreshments and a taffy pull. Several Misses and Messrs attended, and all departed saying they enjoyed the evening. Sunday Rev W T Moore preached two sermons at the Christian church discussing Solomon and Christ as contrasts in pursuit of happiness.
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Lillian
Anna Watson
Jennie Stirley
Ella Faubion
Lois Carlyse
Madge Milligan
Lora Masterson
Bessie Riley
Mabie Rager
Ruth Quill
Ellie Carson
George Watson
W.T. Moore
D. D
Christian Church
Solomon
Christ
Strange missing money case ends with medium’s test
Bloomington reports a 4,000 dollar disappearance in a Van Buren township family. Sisters Rachel Rhoda and Nancy Harmon hid funds in a secret cache. D O Spencer tested their minds and unearthed the stash near a log foundation. The money, some decayed, was deposited to the First National Bank for redemption.
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Bloomington
Ind
John W. Harmon
Harmon
van Buren Township
Tate
Rachel
Rhoda
Nancy
D. O. Spencer
Spencer
Harmon Sisters
Rhoda Harmon
Matty
Everwards
Burglars Loot Judge Martin Home and Others in Quiet Night
Thieves struck Saturday night and Sunday morning at J G Martins and Alva Tragslar’s, taking rings with diamonds and an emerald worth about 300 dollars and a wallet with some change. A window was left open, a curtain hid the thief, and a coat lay on a neighbor’s porch. Judge Martin awoke but found doors locked and windows shut, missing only the jewelry and small cash. Mrs Martin heard the disturbance. A keep sake ring inscribed From Will to Mat is valued and a 100 cash reward is offered for its return. An attempted entry at H H Walls residence failed. A quiet wedding followed Sunday January 26 1902 at the Sheeks home for Elmer G Sallee and his bride.
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J G Martin
Alva Tragslar’s
Judge Martin
George C. Sheeks
David L. Sheeks
Elmer GC. Sallee
Sam
Philippines
John L
Jane Salico
Guthrie Township
Elmer
J. E. Kern
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Ness
Eureka
Dreka
G.A. R
The
W. A
Washington
John McIntire
John
Uncle Sam
Richmond
M. & B. Mill
Woolery
Brooks
Bailiwick
Heltonville
William Hays
Coxton
Salt Creek Bridge
Lawrence County
Lemuel Hays
Livonia
Campbellsburg
Lawrence Sheeks
Marion Township
Henry Flinn
Gaussin
Flinn
Sheeks
Mitchell Commercial
Dan Hostetler
Thomas Welsh
Jim Mitchell Wee
David Kelley
Mahala Murray
Holmes Broser
Denton Bass
George Header
Bert Williams
Renee
Paul Terrellee
Chas
Elmore Eta
George Aldridge
Frank Bratman
T. J. Wright
Mitchell Lime Co
E. P. Moore
Grant Erwin Wee
Noble L. Moore
John H. Edwards
John Edmondson
John McCullough
Maria Stroud Peune
Avene
Henry Scheibe
Wers
Houston-Dillman
Armenius Nail
Near Williams
Ransom Pope
Elnora
S. D. Ketcham
Porter
Perdue
Daviesg
Elnoral Lodge No
K. of P
Pac
Suez
Nerrell-Soule. Co
Syracuse
N.Y
Dak Spencer
Feat
Miss Harmon
Rob Martin and
Tressiar
James C. Williams
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