Investors Return From Tennessee Land Purchase
John Winters and W I Evans report buying seven hundred acres in Scott county Tennessee eight miles from Huntsville. They describe first class timber, growing roads, sociable locals, and plans to profit once rail access improves. They also visited Chattanooga Louisville and Nashville and met Lee Kapp on the Nashville–Louisville line.
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John Winters
W. I. Evans
Tennessee
Scott County
Huntsville
Evans
Messrs Evans
Winters
Chattanooga
Louisville
Nashville
Lookout Mountain
Lee Kapp
Hoosier Protest Against Chicago Funny Papers in Indiana Names
A Posey county man reports Indiana residents tire of Chicago funny pages. Indiana towns may be renamed after state geniuses to deflate the jokes, with Gaytown becoming Ade and Stringtown becoming McCutcheon among others. Ossian High School plans a four week away commencement banquet for graduates.
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Laporte
Chicago
Indiana
Posey County
Altrutria
Graustarl
Craneycrow
Ben Hur
Ossian High School
Court clash in Huntington jurisdiction dominates legal heat
Judge Bran yan ordered Henry C Morgan to apologize with a Saturday deadline. Morgan’s failure spurred a disharment proceeding led by a committee, listing charges Morgan may face in any circuit court hearing. The dispute has polarized the bar with strong opinions on judge’s conduct and courtroom power.
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Huntington
Branyan
Henry C. Morgan
Morgan
Rangan
Berne Lady Tries Death by Self Inflicted Wound
Berne resident Mrs. Adolph Schagg attempted suicide with a butcher knife in the morning. Ill for weeks with typhoid Fever her mind was weakened. She seized the knife from her daughter who brought it upon request, plunged the blade into her abdomen, then fainted. A physician responded but the wound is severe and her fate uncertain.
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Berne
Adolph Schagg
Rebecca Reel Birthday Party in Union Township
Friends and relatives surprised Mrs. Rebecca Reel at her Union township home for her sixty eighth birthday. Inclement weather kept many away, but attendees enjoyed the gathering and raised a sum to buy a willow rocker for the honored guest.
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Rebecca Reel
Union Township
Jason Zion
Asa Ward
William Bell
Bertha
Randall Schoonover
Mary Zion
Cora Wilson
Netlie
Cora Crismore
Rosa Ward
Frank Zion
Alfred Somers
John Alon
Montpelier Fair track work to start in April
Secretary C L Smith of the Montpelier Fair and Driving Park reports ground conditions permitting, with posts and lumber ordered and expected arrival in Montpelier. Work aims for a jogging track by May 10, followed by possible July celebrations as new horses arrive from the Cambridge City sale, signaling a promising season.
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C. L. Smith
Montpeer Fair and Driving Park
Montpelier
My. Smith
Cambridge City
Indiana Republicans brace for bitter political fights
Indianapolis report notes potential gubernatorial and lieutenant governor bids by Fremont Goodwin of Williamsport G A H Bhidel er Marion Taylor and Gilbert eye runs Union B Hunt weighs entry and a possible dark horse may emerge Hunts Goodwire hover near leaders as state fish and game book demand swells prompting bids for 2000 acres forestry reserve sites offered in multiple counties and preparations for tree planting to preserve Indiana varieties
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Indianapolis
Indiana
Fremont Goodwine
Williamsport
G. A. H. Bhideler
Marion
Hemenway
Taylor
Gilbert
Union B. Hunt
Hunt
Goodwire
Shideler
W. H. Freeman
State Board of Forestry
Dubois
Perry
Spencer
Warrick
Crawford
Clarke
Washington
Greene
Jackson
Death Claims Will Lewis Eldest Son of John Lewis
William Lewis, born in England in September 1870, died at his mother's South Morgan Street home. He was the eldest son of John Lewis, who moved with a large family to the United States in 1888. Surviving siblings include Harry, Charles, Steve, Edgar, and James, plus two sisters in law. Edgar resides in Los Angeles, and Mrs. Evans lives in England.
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South Morgan Street
William Lewis
William
John Lewis
England
United States
Lewis
Harry
Charles
Steve
Edgar
James
Charles Evans
William Kerfoot
Cromer Wins Rural Free Delivery Promises for Counties
Reports in metropolitan papers say Congressman Cromer has secured promises of complete rural free delivery for Randolph Jay and Wells counties, while Adams County protests being left out. If extended, the measure will add rural routes that benefit the city and surrounding areas.
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Cromer
Randolph
Jay
Wells
Adams County
Cramer
Peculiar Term Brings Long Trials to Court
The current term features two long cases, Studabaker-Faylor and Leslie damage suit. After extensive hearings, a verdict is expected to occupy the rest of the week. The Fort Orange Oil Company’s shutdown may trigger further action on the case.
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Studabaker- Faylor
Leslie
Fort Orange Oil Company
Public sale postponed to March 16 at Kingsland farm
Due to inclement weather the public sale of personal property advertised for Tuesday the 10th is rescheduled for Monday March 16. Sale opens at 10 o clock at the Peter Brickley farm one and a quarter miles west of Kingsland. George Mings presents the sale.
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Peter Brickley
Kingsland
W. George Mings
Uncle Sam Faces Major Postal Deficit Rising Costs
Congress approved a postal appropriation of 153,900,000 for the next fiscal year, up 15,000,000 from last year and 30,000,000 from two years ago, while projected postal revenue totals 143,000,000. The divergence suggests a deficit after stamp sales and other income, with further costs from post office buildings and related items not yet counted.
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Congress
Uncle Sam
United States
Heidelberg U hazing case shocks Ohio college
Carl Sixbey, a new Heidelberg University student from Bluffton, was subjected to a severe hazing ordeal including hot and cold water, ashes, and a cold march to his residence. Seven upperclassmen faced faculty action as the incident provokes strong campus reaction. The report also notes the marriage of Nettie Burgan of Higginsville, Mo., to Lester T. Foulds.
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Carl Sixbey
Heidelberg University
Tifin
Ohio
Ile
Cincinnati Enquirer
Tutin
C. M. Miller
Nerce
Nettie Burgan
Itigginsville
Lester 'T’. Foulds
Wells County Doctors Meet Promises Revival for Society
The Wells County Medical Society gathered in the city building for an engaging session though poor roads kept many country doctors away. A regular meeting is planned for Tuesday evening April 14 in the circuit court room with public access and lectures by Fort Wayne and Indianapolis specialists. Judge J. S. Dailey will discuss laity professional relations, signaling renewed vigor for a twenty year old group of twenty four old school physicians focused on better member ties and transparent case reviews.
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Wells County Medical Society
Circuit Court Room
Fort Wayne
Indianapolis
J. S. Dailey
Medical
Local Notes from Pugney and Nearby Areas
Measles strike Mrs. Myers and Mrs. Eph Lutz while Mrs. Chenoweth and several others suffer various illnesses. Ossian area residents face heart trouble at Reed home as death looms. Budding construction continues with barn and farm transfers, barn planning, and road conditions hinder travel. Lancaster Chapel meeting ends as pastor Borkert recovers from cold and Craigville’s Rev. Abbott fills in. Local school term ends merrily at Canter. Rockwell sells Locain property to Doctor Blue.
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With Myers
Chenoweth
Crowel
Nettie Channel
Tena Richards
Eph Lutz
John Lee
Reed
Ossian
Billa Shady
Muncie
Borkert
Ivan Kleinknight
Stella
Lew Garton
Lawrence Garton
van Buren
Frank Weckley
Echo
John Shady
Chirley Straw
Straw
Isaac Shady
Mr. Straw
John Sowards
Jett Prough
Mr. Prough
Mrs. Sowards
Marion Ferguson
Lancaster Chapel
Borkerle
Abbott
Craigville
Warsaw
Della North
Canter
Rockwell
Locain
Doctor Blue
Nervy thief steals big horse and buggy from home
Robert Ullmer, superintendent of the county orphans' home, sought help after a gray horse and a brand new buggy were stolen from Keystone area. Miss Myrtle Hedges had borrowed the rig the day before to visit her parents. the pair vanished, with authorities alerted and rewards offered. The stolen outfit was later traced to Redkey where a chase led to the livery, confirming the find.
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Robert Ullmer
County Orphans’ Home
Keystone
Miss Myrtle
Hedges
Absh
Miss Hedges
Rig
Redkey
George Ulmer
Orphans’ Home
Réae
Mayor's commission spurs vigilante whipping incident
In Montpelier C J Neil was authorized to discipline book agents, leading to a whippings episode after a neighbor’s wife fell ill from a sales attempt. The prank resulted in a mock trial. the mayor granted permission and warned to act similarly if trouble returns. Weather delayed a related commencement and road conditions halted plans.
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C. J. Neil
Montpelier
Mr. Neil
Ife
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W. . Evans
Southern
Iere
Storms
Ancre
Lewes
Heidelberg
Wells County
Pugney
Murray
W. W. Waugh
Mr. Waug
A. A. Waugh
Lovina North
Delphos
Lew Justus
Fam
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