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Newspaper
Clinton Plaindealer
Location
Clinton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1907
Page
1
James Potter a 53 year old miner from west of Clinton died after being struck by interurban car No 113 at Numa while attempting to cross the tracks. He died at Union Hospital after being brought in by the 5 o clock car. Potter leaves a wife and children.
Perry Morgan received a telegram Monday informing him of his daughter Mrs Nellie Stewart s death in Long Beach California Dr Charles Ashley left at once for the city to bring the remains back for burial Mrs Stewart was about forty years old.
Mr. John Shirkie was observed shopping in Terre Haute on Wednesday, with no additional details available on the location or items purchased.
John F. Hays died at 6 20 am on April 27 1907 in Clinton Indiana aged 54 years 6 months and 15 days He was born October 12 1852 in Shelby County Indiana He married Sophia Downing on November 19 1874 They had one son Emmet J who survived with his mother Also surviving are brother James M Hays of Los Angeles California and sisters Mrs Elizabeth Combs of Sidney Montana and Mrs E P Conley of Clinton Indiana Funeral services were held at the North Main Street home and burial was in Riverside Cemetery The Plaindealer extends sympathy to his wife and son
The high school alumni hold a meeting at the school building next Thursday at 7 50 pm to arrange the annual banquet. All alumni are urged to attend. Frank R Miller, President.
Len Oliver, previously tried for larceny in Vigo Circuit Court, is back in Vigo County Jail after a period of insanity reports. A commission found him insane and he was sent to an asylum, but he escaped, later reappearing in Chicago before being returned here. He now claims he is ready to leave with an absent sister, with no sign of kin nearby.
Clinton blanked Sullivan 4 to 0 at Morris Park as Hickman allowed only two hits while Clinton pounded Stewart for ten. Davis and Har grove each had a two base hit. Clinton meets West Terre Haute at West Terre Haute next Sunday May 7.
The Trolley League with Clinton Terra Haute Shelburn Sullivan West Terre Haute and Casey Ill. formed in Terre Haute planning 25 games on Sundays and holidays. Opening May 12 Clinton at Causey Ia Sullivan at Shelburn West Terre Haute at Terre Haute. Top players Hickman from Evansville and Davis from Montgomery join. Awards include a gold watch for highest batting average, a shirt for first 3-base hit, and cigars for home runs.
Luther Sparks aged about 60, resident eight miles west of town, died Tuesday morning from bowel trouble after a period of illness that worsened Sunday. He was well respected and leaves a wife. The remains were interred in Spangler cemetery west of the city on Thursday.
An explosion at the Maple Valley mine Friday evening caused considerable damage. Two foreigners were shot and injured, later rescued by timely help before they could recount the disaster. The town notes several recent blowouts at the site.
A cordial invitation extends to young men and women to attend divine service at the Presbyterian church both morning and evening. Sacred music will be offered and sermons tailored to help youth. Morning worship starts 10 45 and evening at 7 15 led by Rev. C E Fower.
The Stevens Comedy Co will open its tenting season Monday May 6 on the Whitcomb lot north of the C E I tracks with a large water proof tent seating nearly 1000. Six big specialties every night and a melodrama On Dangerous Ground. Prices 16 cents for children 50 cents for adults. Jonas Reeder returned from Iowa medical college vacation.
Riley-Thomas James Riley and Anna L. Thomas were married May 1 with Squire M. J. Ruby officiating. They will settle at East Needmore.
The Brazil city school trustees select Prof. C C Coleman of Clinton to succeed the late Prof. L B O Dell as superintendent. Coleman, 34, a DePauw and Valparaiso graduate, has studied at Chicago University and previously led Newport and Clinton schools. The article notes the reluctant release but wishes him success. also mentions a May 10 pot plant sale by Section one ladies at Stone grocery.
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