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Newspaper
Bloomfield Democrat
Location
Bloomfield, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1900
Page
3
The notice lists subscription rates for a year and payments options. It names elected local officials: Allen Williams for Second Ward, Lewis H. Jones for Third Ward, Harry H. Ferguson for Town Marshal, Royale Catt for Town Clerk, and George E. French for Town Treasurer. It also authorizes publication of delegates and alternates to the congressional convention with numerous named districts and figures.
The Wright Township Democrats nominate Nathan Powell for trustee Thomas Pope for assessor and Joe Gentry Thos McKan Thos Kimbell and Gambill for supervisors. The ticket is described as exceptionally good and deserving broad support from Democrats and Republicans alike.
The Democrats of Taylor township met in Scotland last Thursday and nominated Daniela for trustee James Anderson for assessor James Campbell and John Hasler for constables Wilber Steel John T Inman Chas Feutz and Randal Inman for supervisors The ticket was almost entirely nominated by acclamation A Bryan for president resolution was adopted unanimously with a hurrah The ticket is well qualified and should win by a good majority.
Mrs Henry Jackson hosted a birthday dinner on Wednesday April 11 at Mr Jacksons home. A large rainy forenoon gave way to a sizeable crowd by noon with a feast of turkey ham chicken and pies. After eating, young guests provided vocal and instrumental music and the day ended with guests expressing happiness and best wishes for Mr Jackson. One Who Was PRESENT.
William McDaniel born December 10 1824 in Tennessee died April 12 1900 at his Highland township home aged 75 years 4 months 2 days. He married Mary Bland November 30 1851 and had seven children. A carpenter wagon maker and farmer he was known for honesty and humble life. He died after heart pain and was laid to rest in the Simon Bland graveyard.
Easter program at Ashcraft Chapel featured scripture reading by M. E. Ashcraft Reverend C W Woods led prayers and congregational singing. Performances included The Resurrection Plant by Grace Ashcraft and The Wave of Influence by Ivy Corbin with solos by Bernis Steele Pearl Smith Josie Hall Josie Robison.
A local correspondence item recounts numerous visits among residents from Hymera and Sullivan to nearby towns. The section notes social calls, a party at Mr Mason’s, and a runaway wagon incident without injuries.
Mrs Michael Cartain of Plainfield Illinois says a cold settled on her lungs and her doctor declared consumption hopeless. After one bottle of Dr Kings New Discovery she felt relief and, after six bottles, she was cured and back to housework. Free trial bottles offered at J B Staleno's drug store with bottles priced at 50 cents and 1.00 and guaranteed.
No illness reported. Blind Johny Shepherd attended last week. Boys enjoyed new wheels Sunday. Mr Carg Doney spotted on streets last week. Mrs Florence Harwood of Lyons visited I N Doney last Thursday. Newberry youths hosted Miss Maud Doney Sunday. Easter services held at Bethany Hicks and Prairie Chapel. Mr and Mrs J T Strauser entertained by Rob Moreland Sunday evening. Mrs Clara Benham of Alabama visiting her father I N Doney. plans to stay in Indiana all summer.
Advertising copy claims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cures skin eruptions and numerous conditions from fever sores to boils and corns. It touts pile relief, pain reduction, and a money back guarantee at 25 cents a box, sold by J B Stalcup.
Jim Nichole was on the sick list last week. John Burchie moving to the Wren Ferguson place. The local church is being remodelled. John Smith and wife of Sulli van visit relatives here. Mrs J B Stafford and daughter returned from Freelandsville. Thomas and QOs car Lind went to Bloomfield on business Monday. John Smith, wife and Anna Culbertson of Linton were returning from A Maxwell's when a horse bolted and fell off a bridge.
Fragments note a community sale at Josiah Ellis's list Priday and announce the dedication of a new church at Mud Pike about four miles east of here, scheduled for Sunday April 22. The text also mentions harm to Mrs Smith and several neighbors.
Harley Feutz and family spent Sunday at Reuben Barter's. Daniel Bynum of Tanner visited his father on last Sunday. Ross Johnson and his companion from Bloomfield were seen in the area last Sunday. Miss Della Bynum returned home from Newberry where she stayed with Wm. Crook. Joseph Scott of Newberry and Rev. Clippinger of Vincennes passed through Saturday en route to Simpson Chapel for quarterly meeting. Draton Lester and Fred Carpenter of Marco were in the section Saturday. Robert McKeen had a horse kicked breaking its leg and had to be killed.
Lem Cox and others travel between McVille Bloomfield Owen county and Spencer on business and family visits. Notables include H H McHaley Mrs Clara McHaley Vena Medaris and children and Troop K cavalry member Edward R Pugh visiting relatives and recovering from measles while plans move toward Kansas.
Reports from Cincinnati describe several residents in poor health including James Hudson and J. W. Cullison with others like Fred Meredith's baby and R. W. Yoho noted as improving. Social visits occur with Henry Sherow at John Burch, Mrs. Saul Heaton visiting her sister, and Matt and Riley Evans at Worthington for their father's sale.
The jovial New England farmer Uncle Josh Spruceby drew a good audience Tuesday night and the show was splendid with superb music. Everyone seemed well pleased and, as of now, no more companies are scheduled to perform here this season.
Readable ad notes 500 wallpaper patterns from Will Dean with prices 10c 15c 20c and up. Eveleleigh offers prices on paints and wallpaper.
A Kansas City Times analysis argues President McKinley oversteps executive authority by dictating war policy for the Philippines and Cuba. It urges Congress to reclaim its constitutional prerogatives and warns of a presidential dictatorship risk if party interests override institutional duty. It also questions Wall Street driven money actions and calls for monetary reform.
A McKinley organ reports Fora ker has taken off his coat for Hanpa in Ohio and, in doing so, turned it.
The article extols the people’s strength against moneyed interests seeking to control the Democratic party. It praises a trusted leader named Bryan and claims financiers failed against the public’s faith in him, with the “minions of greed” powerless before popular will.
The article notes Funston doubts politicians created his promotion while acknowledging they have promoted others. It asserts the administration mixes war and politics as Mr McKinley seeks a second presidential term, implying strategic ambition shapes promotions.
In a Chicago speech the president proclaims an increase in the national debt and in taxes. He also cites a rise in the number and arrogance of trusts, arguing policy has expanded these burdens.
An editorial attacks the McKinley administration labeling it a spendthrift regime. It accuses the era of high public funds use and rising taxes while alleging trusts and syndicates profit from inflated prices. The piece blames the administration for inflation across goods from milk to shoes and questions the era’s prosperity claims.
The Boston Post notes lively Republican debates on the Massachusetts anti trust plank and questions if President McKinley in two years and five months granted 349 pardons and 129 commutations. It criticizes pardons for bank wreckers embezzling postmasters and counterfeiters and argues the pardon power should correct injustices, not shield criminals.
An advertisement claims the American Poultry Mixture cures cholera and other diseases in fowl flocks, preventing spread and saving money. It promises dramatic results, endorses breeders worldwide, offers a $50 guarantee, and urges immediate use with sanitary measures. A sample can be ordered for $1 from Aiserices Mfg. Co. in Terre Haute.
The Greene circuit court recognizes a petition by administrator seeking sale of real estate to satisfy debts. Defendants listed as non residents include George Lawrence and wives, John Lawrence and wives, Joseph Lawrence and wives, Edward Lawrence and wife, Thomas Lawrence and wife, with Mary Lawrence, all non residents of Indiana. Hearing set for May 15, 1900, per April term orders. clerk Joseph W. Yakey seals the proceedings.
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