Republican Convention Call in Rush County 1900
The Republicans of Rush County are to meet in precincts on Saturday January 13 1900 to choose a member of the County Central Committee from each precinct. Also at that time delegates are to be appointed from each township except Ripley and Rustville which will elect two delegates each to the District Convention at Cawbridge City January 16 1900. The newly elected County Central Committee will meet in Rushville on Monday January 15 1909 to select a County Chairman Treasurer and Secretary. R F Scupper Ben L McFarran Secretary County Chairman. Ripley township meeting at Newsom's Hall at 1 30 p m on the same day to transact business as stated in this call. Order of Committee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rush County
Ripley
Rustville
Cawbridge City
Rushville
R. F. Scupper
Ben L. McFarran
Ripley Township
Newsom’s Hall
I U Glee and Mandolin Club Concert at Carthage
Last Friday afternoon in the School hall Carthage heard a unique musical entertainment by the I U Glee and Mandolin clubs. The free program, courtesy of teachers and officers, drew the public with a small admission for others. The sixteen member group featured male voices across parts and used four mandolins three guitars a kalado a clarinet an flute and a violin. Each number drew cheers and multiple recalls. Since December 22 to January 6 the club had given fourteen entertainments in various parts of the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carthage
I U. Glee
Mandolin Clubs
Clu
Obituary for Mrs Mary Kirkwood 1900
Mrs Mary TM Kirkwood wife of D W Kirkwood died January 7 1900 after a long illness. She was a member of the Christian church for over forty years and devoted to the Master. The funeral at the Christian church drew a large crowd. Her faith and conduct served as an inspiration to others and she will be missed by many communities.
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Mary
D. W. Kirkwood
Christian Church
Kirkwood
Vote of Thanks from Carthage Public Schools
The Students of the High School express gratitude to the School Board and Teachers for the entertainment by the Glee and Mandolin Clubs. Resolutions authorize presenting copies to the Board and each teacher. Orville A. Brown chairs with Mabel Johnson Elbert Hill Leonard Clark Joab Bundy Winifred Trueblood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carthage
Orville A. Brown
Mabel Johnson
Elbert Hill
Leonard Clark
Joab Bundy
Winifred Trueblood
Ovation for local musicians at Barclay Walker recital
Elegant Greenfield parlor crowd hears Barclay Walker pupils from Indianapolis render a varied program. Miss Stella Ganse performed Fran Liszt Rhapsodie Hongroisee with mastery while Miss Mrause captivated the audience. the event sparked pride in Carthage’s home talent and calls for further development and recognition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cassius Curry
Greenfield
Barclay Walker
Indianapolis
Walker
Stella Ganse
Fran Liszts
Sixth District Democratic Convention in Conyersville
The Sixth district Democratic meeting in Conyersville held at the Andre Theater elected Dr. G. W. White of Kniplitetown to the state central committee and endorsed A. S. Jackson of Greenfield for chairman. A resolution in favor of free silver was rejected.
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Indiana Polit Journal
Conyersville
Ind
Andre Theater
G. W. White
Kniplitetown
State Central Committee
Jackson
Greenfield
Deaths and visits noted in Charlottesville area
Charlottesville notices report the death of John Foust after months of declining health and his burial at Foust's cemetery. The article mentions visits by Josephine Shaw, family attendance at Friends' church, and social calls from Harold of Indianapolis and Mary Ball. It also covers illnesses, funerals for Ross Sturgeon Johnson, and relatives traveling between Pittsburgh and Darlingon for the funeral, with several other names and gatherings listed.
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John Foust
Foust
Josephine Shaw
Mary Ball
Charles Winslow
Riverside
Thomas
Gurney Chappelle
Walnut Ridge
Friends’ Church
Harold
Indianapolis
Marion White
Lady
John White
Shirley
Josepha Shaw
Memphis
Tenn
Mary Roberts
Rachel Hill
Bennie Green
Sunshine Home
Ross Sturgeon Johnson
Mrs Johnson
Gwynneville Town Expands as Music Centers Rise
Local notes report mud conditions and visits by Ed Poston and John Brown, with John W. Alexander returning from Anderson. A protracted meeting begins at Goodwill church. Dawson Gunning reports strong Spring trade in buggies and farm machinery. Music thrives as homes acquire organs and pianos. Dave Wilcoxon suffers a severe hand injury at the planing mill. A festive musical evening is hosted by Miss Myrtle Collins with Maud Kinsley as guest. Christmas Eve skunk oil attack damages C E Smith store stock and post office. odor forces mail scenting. Deputy Sheriff and Shelby County men assist Grand Jury inquiries.
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Ed Poston
Indianapolis
John Brown
Thos. Hull
Rushville
John W. Alexander
Anderson
Goodwill Church
Nere
Dawson, Gunning & Co
Gwynneville
Dave Wilcoxon
Myrtle Collins
Maud Kinsley
Shelbyville
C. E. Smith
Shelby Co
Letter from Elwood Scott in Canada to Carthage
Elwood Scott writes from Canada detailing two months among churches from Toronto to Kingston and Wellington. He recalls Wm Allen's grave, notes 12 new church additions at Island Lake, a silver wedding at Woaler, and watch night prayers. He plans further revival efforts and asks friends to write, crediting Dr Coffin for health recovery.
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Carthage
Canada
Toronto
New Market
Young Street
Norwich
Milldale
Beaconsfield
Hibbert
Lake Huron
Wm. Allen
W'Ho
Lake Ontario
Island Lake
Woalers
Kingston
Woaler
Esli Girrell
Lake Ont
Wellington
Ont
Hill
O. S. Hill
Wm. Johnson
Elwood Scott
Taxes in Ripley Township 1899 Rates Listed
Taxes for Ripley Township due on the first Mondays in May and November. First installment 90c per $100 and second installment 65c per $100. Township tax 8c, four other townships lower, others higher. Rushville and Richland township 15c, special school 25c. Carthage graded school as joint township and city school makes the largest township special school tax in the county. Rushville pays 40c of the same.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ripley
Rushville Corporation
Richland Township
Carthage
Carthage Jewelry Store Expands Stock and Fixtures
Still advancing in Carthage, Stephens rebuilt after Christmas, filling vacancies and offering a full line of jewelry in town. He plans new fixtures by fall, inviting locals to buy watches clocks and repairs at comparable prices.
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Carthage
Stephens
Ethes
Ste
Dem Democrat reports progress on electric road to Indianapolis
A Hancock Democrat representative learned from Elmer J. Binford that the Philadelphia powerhouse is nearly finished with the roof to be added in ten days. The car house will also be complete in about ten days and fire proof. Grading and tie distribution along the line continue as five sawmills run steadily. Abutments bridges and culverts advance. large sewer pipes lay for ditches. steel bridges, timber for crossings, and private road work are all ready. The company plans to have the line in operation by April first, with iron and dynamos soon to be delivered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Democrat
Elmer J. Binford
Here
Indianapolis
Binford
Philadelphia
Hancock Democrat
Canopy Top Road Wagon in Good Repair
Will Hinshaw notes a canopy top road wagon is in good repair.
Carthage Canning Factory for Settlement Sale
The Carthage Canning Factory buildings and all equipment must be sold to make a settlement. See Harry Warts, Knightstown, Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carthage
Harry Warts
Knightstown
Ind
Millions Given Away by Dr King’s New Discovery Brand
Generous proprietors of Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption gift over ten free trial bottles to the public. The medicine is claimed to cure asthma bronchitis hoarseness and all throat chest and lung diseases. J H McCarty & Son, druggists, offer a free trial bottle with guarantee of price 50c to 1.00 per bottle.
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Dr. King
J. H. McCarty & Son
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Fipbeeriby
ARS
World Almanac
Congress
Philippines
International Ferce Congress
Great Trusts
Ips
Edgar Stanton Maclay
U.S. Navy
Standard American Annual
Price
the World
Pulitser
New Yorks
Charlottesville
Wellington,Ont
Jams
THUR
Henley & Peters
Chase and Sanborn
Violet
Diadem
Charlottesville Mfg. Co
Charlottesville Mfg CO
Will Hinshaw
M Fur
Thos
Newby's Apples
Lewisville
M. F. Lovett
Goar
Joe Goar
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