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Newspaper
Clinton Plaindealer
Location
Clinton, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1906
Page
1
Mayor C. E. Lowry reported a burglary after finding his trousers in a chair with a window screen cut. A purse containing $1.90 was taken from the room while another purse with $40 was saved under the bed. The thief entered through the window and searched the pockets.
Mayor Lowry issues order prohibiting card playing in saloons. Previously saloons hosted games such as seven-up and self-pitch that often resembled gambling with high bets among players.
West Terre Haute defeated Clinton 5 to 4 at Morris Park on Sunday afternoon. Howe and Smith struck out twice each for Clinton, while Mor tar hit a home run and Show added a three base hit. Attendees were about 500 as Howe yielded the pitching in the ninth.
County surveyor Carl Conley says work on proposed Clinton township gravel roads cannot be completed before the regular fall election. Voters and viewers would be unable to finish the project in time, necessitating a special election after the regular one.
The city council met in special session at city hall with all members and Mayor Lowry presiding to address the old city sewer issue. A petition for sewers in the northern district was filed, the sewer estimate is 21765.70, bids will open September 28 at 7 pm, and 200 copies of sewer specs were ordered. A request to refund 62.50 from the late Chas Green’s liquor license was referred to the finance committee. James Butcher seeks a saloon license on south Main Street, and an ordinance to create a residence district to block the saloon was directed by the city attorney. Council adjourned.
The church invites all, especially visitors and those without a church home, to morning and evening services with music and singing. The morning sermon asks Who Owns the Earth and explores Christian Optimism. Sunday school begins at 9 30 a m. services at 11 a m and 7 p m.
Mr Low Boren of this city and Miss Ella Watson of Terre Haute wed in Brazil on August 19. The couple now reside in Clinton and begin housekeeping amid many friends wishes. Low kept the nuptials secret from the press but congratulations are offered.
Announcement of the marriage of Attorney Frank R. Miller of this city to Miss Belle Jones of Peru set for September 21. The bride elect is a cultured graduate of Indiana University and Grandville Ohio, with post graduate studies in Chicago.
Harry Henry Hurt met with a severe accident while riding on the front of his trap at Crown Hill No 1 last Saturday his mule kicked him in the face caving in his features and he was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Geo. L. Ray of this city and Miss Anna L. I. Karnopp of South Dakota were married on North Tenth street Sunday at 12:30 p.m. by Rev. C. H. Leeson. They will make Clinton their home.
Clinton society records the marriage of Roy Fischer Staats and Myrtle Smith on Wednesday September 12 at the bride’s home. Rev Leeson officiated with the reception and luncheon following under white and green decor. The couple plans a new home at Sixth and Walnut streets.
Presbyterian pastor Rev. C. E. Fowler preached Sunday morning on the opening of public schools. He drew lessons from The School of Tyrannus in Ephesus where Paul taught for two years.
West Terre Haute announces the marriage of Gert rude Perin to Chas Meek in the bride’s home this October. Mr and Mrs Horace Perin publish the engagement and wedding plans for the couple in town.
Madge Coleman suffered a severe foot burn when a skull of hot grease tipped over into her shoe. The accident forces her to delay attending school at Sandytown this week.
Citizens on the south Main Street section plan a remonstrance against the license to sell liquor at the grocery now operating there. The move signals local opposition to the proposed permit.
Larz A. Whitcomb of Indiana polis visited Clinton on Saturday for unknown reasons.
Notice to County Chairman C E Lowry and Secretary C G Vannest sets Saturday September 22 at 10 am for a meeting in Clinton Indiana city hall. State candidates and other noted Republicans will attend along with all county candidates. A general invitation goes to all county Republicans for a day of hand shaking, feasting, and fall campaign prep.
The 85th Indiana Volunteers held a reunion north of the city led by Wren White. Nearly all remaining members gathered for a grand dinner and a memorable day of reminiscence among the old comrades.
The Catholic church women announce a musical at the opera house on Wednesday September 26 with proceeds for church funds. Admission is 25 cents.
A Catholic mission begins at St Patrick's church with Masses at 8 and 10 a m Sunday September 16 conducted by Rev George Mahony of the Redemptionist Order based in St Louis Missouri He has preached missions in Washington Montgomery and Indianapolis The Missionary Father will outline the week long services at Sunday events All are invited W A Mahan
Due to Rev Leeson of the Methodist church being absent at conference and the Christian Church lacking a pastor, members are invited to attend worship at the Presbyterian church next Sunday morning and evening by Rev. C. E. Fowler.
John Osborn aged 72 born and raised in Vermillion county died in Crawfordsville Indiana last Saturday from paralysis the death ends a long local life and ties to Vermillion county communities.
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