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Newspaper

Boone County Progressive

Location

Boone, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1914

Page

9

Died After Five Months Illness Mrs Nancy Smith of Boone County

Nancy Margaret Smith aged 79 died at her Lebanon area home after a five month illness with Bright's disease. Born in Bourbon County Kentucky on December 22 1834 she moved to Indiana as an infant and lived in Boone County most of her life. She married James M Smith in 1868 in Boone County. he died in 1884. She leaves five children Dora Wallard Carat Long Lizzie Ball John Smith Myrtle Beatty and two deceased daughters Mary Witt and Josephine Stratton. Surviving siblings include Frances Neese Lyda Staton and Sarah Adair. Funeral was held Saturday at 2 p.m. from the residence with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery.

Nancy Margaret Smith Alfies Gaat Lebanon Bright Mrs. Smith Bourbon County Indiana

Reducing Hazards in Dwelling Construction Urged

State fire marshal calls architects and contractors to reduce fire risks by guiding builders to safer construction methods and proper flue and heating plant layouts. Emphasizes noncombustible walls and fireproof materials, warns against shingle tool hazards, and cites Boston Chamber of Commerce findings comparing costs of brick and other materials to wood.

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Fire safety drive urges fireproof materials in Indiana buildings

The fire marshal warns against overheated furnaces and urges proper furnace installation. He notes brick veneer and fireproof materials cost little more and reduce depreciation versus frame buildings. Citizens are advised to consult a fire prevention engineer or architect before starting any new structure.

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Domestic Science Club Demonstrates Home Canning Skills

The Domestic Science club met at Mrs. Bey F. McKey’s East South Street home with hostesses Mrs. McKey Mrs. J A Hogshire and Mrs W C Darnall. Members discussed home making and economy in canning with demonstrations using electrical appliances. Recipes for canned cherries corn fruit cake and beans were shared and a buffet luncheon served.

Domestic Science Club Bey F. McKey East South Street McKey J. A. Hogshire W. C. Darnall Gai B Neal Paba Ita WW Dd Neal Hogabire Hogshire D. B. Anderson

Marriage Question Clouds 1914 Almanach Entry

The 1914 Almanach de Gotha states that Nancy Leishman and the Duke of Croy were not of equal birth. The notice, printed at the Prussian herald offices, claimed the marriage did not entitle the bride to the Kaiser's court or other German royal courts.

Nancy Leishman Duke of Croy Kaiser’s Court Germany

Why Join the Guard Against Socialist Attacks on Work Rights

A historical defense of military guards as a force to protect life and property when ordinary police fail. It argues socialists oppose standing force and discourage enlistment, warning this stance favors violence and disorder and questions joining an organization whose aim is to suppress workers in strikes and unrest.

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Night of Washington toast and debate at Cave A Dinner

A 1028 guest Washington birthday dinner hosted by W. J. DeVol featured four toast speeches on Washington topics, a program of jokes and stories, and a lengthy meal with flags and cherry tree imagery. Guests included Rev. L. E. Brown, Arthur Jordan, C. H. Baxter, and Irish guests from Lebanon, Indiana.

East Washington W. J. DeVol Washington Alout Lebanon J. W. Brown Connersville Arthur Jordan C H. Baxter George Woaellington DeVol H. G. Brown T’ S.N. Crague L. E. Brown A. L. Ward A. Wysong Asbury Finch Wiliam Means C. H. Baxter L. W. Birtley A. Coons W. 4. Williums William J. Haoton Chester Darnall H. N. Coons Harold Lee Pollette T. O. Beck N. Cragan Lester Jones B. F. Coombs Frank Lee Elbert Perking Albert Bart Anson Bush W. G. Collage

Pleasantly Surprised Birthday Surprise At 426 North Jameson

A large group gathered Wednesday night February 18 at 426 North Jameson Street to surprise Mrs Lizzie Miller on her 47th birthday. Attendees included numerous couples and families and guests listed by name, with refreshments of ice cream and cake served before everyone departed late.

Lizzie Miller North Jameson Street Jesse Galvin Mary Taylor Lizzie Sanford Jessie Trips Vinnie Smith Dave Ulery Clayton Bill Ethel Mendenhall John Cohee Sidney Cook Louise Golliday Frank Caldwell Frank Gary Wallace McCane Arthur Cash Icy Youkey Miseel Ena Boyd Marie Cash Eva Cary Ruby Hyans Letha DeBard Mionie Youley Mary Sanford Ethel McCann Messrs Raquel Cary Prank Cash Elmer Pratt Bert Melinsey Frank Long Witliam Hill Nyrvul Ralph Helen Kerna Mrs. Miller

Mrs Hopper and Partners Take Short Visit From Town

Mrs John Hopper resides southwest of town while Mrs Elisha Partner leaves Saturday to visit her daughter Mrs Guy Deer of Kirklin and Mrs John Shapley of Sheridan for a few days.

John Hopper Elisha Partner Guy Deer Kirklin John Shapley Sheridan

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