06 Jul 1906
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Newspaper
Clinton Plaindealer
Location
Clinton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1906
Page
1
A drug store advertises a Square Deal policy promising a full refund if not satisfied. The note claims proprietors guarantee integrity and a money back option as a standing rule.
A birthday celebration for Mrs Hall and others features guests including Jennie Dooistead, Mr and Mrs John Minsith, Mr and Mrs Crooke Stalty, Mr and Mrs Wes ley Reeder, Mr James Clover and family, Mrs Jennie Salsferd of San Jose, and many Reeder relatives. Names and relations are listed among attendees and honorees.
Volunteer firefighters discuss funding a pool table for their room. Some pay themselves, others urge city funding since their services are free. They urge the city to consider allocating funds.
Bid Smith nearly drowned in the Wabash River Sunday evening after being in the water for some time. A boat responded to his call for help and pulled him from the water. he was weak when removed.
The Plaindealer reports community support for a horse show this year. Prominent citizens favor hosting in mid August with sponsors ready to donate, hoping the event will bring visitors and boost advertising for the city.
On a farm Ben Harrison overestimates his load and a plow plus cart topple when his donkey pulls too heavy a weight. Ben, about 300 pounds, is trapped under the wreck and later shaken but rescued by his father Robert.
Anna Melea sues Jacob Melga for divorce with Schmidt and Pike as plaintiff attorneys. Patrick Lyons sues Oscar B Zell on a debt of 35 dollars, Miller and Pike represent the plaintiff. Lyons alleges he worked for Zell in July 1904 and lent a horse, Zell refuses to pay despite requests.
A Great Ball Game at Morris Park on July 4 featured the first team defeating the Orioles with a dramatic display of sensational plays. The teams crossed bats for the second time this year in a high energy matchup.
A standout pitching performance on Wednesday restricted the Orioles to a single run in a tense game. The strong outing kept the score tight and highlighted the pitcher’s control and efficiency.
Schnidt, Rose Polytechnic pitcher, worked for the Orioles but faltered as Connerlly, the first team’s second baseman, ended the ninth with a game ending double on Hargrove after Varick Warcrove stood on second. Final score shows first team 2 Orioles 1 with Edmonds and Harrison batteries against Schmidt and Hargrove.
A young graduate, the 11-year-old daughter of Mr and Mrs Walter Westbrok, completed common branches with diligence. She attended country schools in Simms township near Paris and rarely missed a day of school, a record considered remarkable.
Gladys Thompson of Wiltermood row suffered a serious injury Sunday afternoon when she fell while swinging on a limb over Feather creek. Her arm broke just below the elbow after striking a keg in the creek bed.
The K of P lodge elected officers Thursday night with G. W. Kline as Chancellor Commander Piez Kels heimer as vice chancellor W. E. Benner as prelate C. C. Webster as 3. of F. Ed Clearwater as inner guard Carl Balmer as outer guard Tlughie Mackie as AL of W
Thecacre Rooseveltism Mier and Ms. Thanphrey Evans, colored, welcomed triplet girls last week. Evans has given birth to nine children in eleven years, with five under three. The family notes this as a remarkable record for endurance and fertility.
Funeral services for Mrs McDowell of St Bernice were held Saturday at the church as remnants were laid to rest in Helt's Prairie Cemetery.
New Ting Machines arrive at Wood's Co offering nine easy payments. Consumers can take home updated units without upfront full purchase, with installment terms discussed at the counter and credit options shown.
The regular council meeting saw Major Johnson preside with full attendance. A complaint over Rebecca Lister's conduct led to a warrant for arrest as the liquor license for Steve Tomasic was granted and bills were reviewed. A proposed school basement use was abandoned for sanitary reasons, with a $5,000 building plan postponed to next year.
The Odd Fellows of New Goshen and Clinton will play ball at Morris Park Sunday afternoon. An admission of 10 cents will be charged at the gate.
The CottereH Oeden wedding, one of the finest ceremonies, took place at the M F E church with Rev. W M Dunn officiating. About three hundred guests attended including the Rosedale band and orchestra. dinner guests included Mrs J W Van Duren and other locals from Terre Haute and Brazil.
Mr. J. W. Robb reports a communication from Surveyor Brown of Indianapolis stating the Clinton sewer system plans and specifications are nearly finished and will be ready for submission to our commission by Monday or Tuesday of next week.
Mad dog bites 10 year old Muriel Pence daughter of Mr and Mrs Pence in Parke county northwest of here. She was moved to the mad stone Tuesday and condition is not learned.
A brief urging readers to support the Republican ticket to sustain the current prosperous condition of the country. The message highlights continuity and economic stability as core reasons to vote.
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