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Newspaper
Clinton Plaindealer
Location
Clinton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1906
Page
1
The ad promotes White's Sarsaparilla Tonic as a reliable spring remedy. It claims drugstore quality medicines with accuracy and no mistakes, compares favorably to old laxatives, and offers a tonic to restore energy, blood, and nerve force at $1.00 with a guarantee.
The board rehires Minnie Kessinger Lucy Staats Rose Johnson Sones Fort Arletta Walker Rosabelle Suverus Orpha Cole Myrtle Smith Elva Pinson Elanore Snively Bessie Stark Wilhelmine Weber O T Clarke and Wm Gibbons. Dismissals include Jason G Elston Della Mirch Eva Reefsnider Oliver Houston. Supt Clarke resigns approval by the board.
Frank Demaster was shot in the hip while fishing on the Wabash River Thursday night when men in a boat fired at random with a revolver. He was brought home and his injuries treated by Dr. Washburn.
The old council finished work Monday night with bills allowed for dozens of names and firms including Clinton Electric Light and Power Co. and Terre Statue Buggy Co. Liquor licenses granted to Charles Green and G O Nichols. A fire chief reappointment request and sewer extension were discussed as the new council awaited seating.
Anthracite miners in the east have settled and returned to work. Clinton operators warn the timing may worsen the situation for bituminous mines and prolong suspensions.
The Presbyterian church hosts a baccalaureate sermon on May 20 evening. Class day at the opera house on May 23. Commencement at the opera house on May 25. Nine graduates listed: David Devonald, Howard Clover, Grace Blake, Lorena Wiltermood, Olive Richards, Gladys Harrington, Maude Delp, Helen Wood, Hley Porter.
The article argues Clinton needs a new school building due to crowded classrooms and supports establishing a ward school to solve the school question. It urges that when a new building is erected a ward school should be included.
Postal authorities in Washington announce routine reviews of rural routes nationwide. Routes failing to generate sufficient business are discontinued and patrons are urged to route all stamp purchases money orders and other mail matters through carriers rather than offices.
Harry B. Whetsell was re elected truant officer for Vermillion county after trustees and school board leaders held a meeting. Nominees included Whetsell and Monroe Johnson of Highlands township. Four ballots yielded equal votes. on the fifth ballot Whetsell won, reflecting approval of his past work.
Rev. Fowler of the Presbyterian church delivered an instructive sermon commemorating the two hundredth anniversary of the first presbytery in America. He traced the churchs sacrifices in France the Netherlands and the British empire and its pivotal role in the Protestant Reformation and the making of the United States.
Clinton defeated Rockville 12 to 0 at Morris Park on Sunday afternoon. Edmonds led the pitching with a strong performance striking out half the Rockville side.
The schedule lists preaching at 11 a.m. on The Power of God and a 2 p.m. Sunday school. Evening service at 7 30 p.m. with Rev. H C Clay as pastor.
Clin ton mine locals divide funds among members while Mayor D C Johnson has been ill for weeks.
The W R C of Clinton organized a benefit performance of Lady Clare after San Francisco fires. T C Briggs led the production with Edna Crane as lead, praised for her mastery. Cast members included Mrs Washburn, Olive Menning, Prof Elston, Dr Jackson, and Earl Blythe. The show drew praise though not a full house. Corpo Com M Blythe thanks patrons and volunteers.
Harlan West born November 7 1889 in Bangus Indiana died May 6 1906 at 3 15 p m at Wiley Evins home Clinton Indiana aged 16 years 5 months 28 days. He leaves a widowed mother four sisters and three brothers. Funeral conducted by Rev T A Hall at the Christian church home on South Fourth Street. Interment in the city cemetery.
The Clinton High School and Terre Haute State Normal ball teams met at Morris Park Saturday afternoon in a close, exciting game. The Normal team prevailed 7 to 5 over Clinton High School.
A surprise party for Warren Wright last Thursday drew the entire neighborhood. Attendees reported a gala time with friends and neighbors celebrating in a lively community gathering.
Jas Stoggshill of Newport deputy prosecutor was in Clinton on Wednesday while returning home from Terre Hart.
Vermillion County Board of Education met in Clinton on May 7 with officers Skinner Sanders Groves Jackson Wright Gilbert Reese Helt presiding. New rules require semi monthly enrollment reports to trustees and that high school graduates must attend Indiana State Normal or similar institution before employment, except those who have taught before.
L. F. Wright, Wm. Reese, W. F. Gilbert, C. B. Jackson, E. E. Helt, J. B. Groves, H. B. Whetsell and Louis Skinner will visit Harry Sanders, trustee of Eu gene township, on Wednesday May 16. The men will fish during the day and expect a great outing.
Vermillion County Republicans met at Hillsdale and nominated M. C. Jones for clerk defeating N. C. Anderson 56 to 49. John A. Hughes beat Albert H. Kellogg 53 to 52. Jacobs Stevens and A. K. Mahan were renominated for sheriff and recorder. Other choices included James W. Thomas for assessor Henry Hoagland for commissioner district one and Chew for district two. Robert Hasty was renominated unanimously for coroner. The slate is viewed as strong and likely to win this fall.
The church lists Bible school at 9 30 a m with Wm Devonald as superintendent Preaching and communion at 10 45 a m Junior C E at 2 30 p m with Mrs Amanda Beveridge superintendent and Miss Sadie Hessmer leader A special Red Men and Pocahontas service at 2 30 p m Senior E at 6 00 p m with Mrs Allie Harlan president and Miss Minnie Thlessmer leader Preaching at 7 15 p m Thursday C W E M at Mrs C M Poor's 7 30 p m Thursday Prayer 7 30 p m Friday Choir practice All invited Thos A Hall Pastor.
The adjourned session heard the resignation of City Detective David Davies and accepted it. H N Mills was chosen as fire warden and Elisa Pierce as sexton. Brisco Harrison joined the police force. A committee will audit the treasurer's books.
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