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Newspaper
Columbus Daily Herald
Location
Columbus, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1901
Page
4
Indiana Supreme Court issues a key decision affecting school governance. It says township trustees have no duty to notify patrons before hiring a teacher, voters may object before hiring, and after contract a majority petition is needed for dismissal. A later unanimous school meeting cannot override a preexisting contract.
An 19th century advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for any catarrh case cured by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Endorsements from wholesale druggists in Toledo vouch for F J Cheney's honesty and ability. The remedy claims to be taken internally and to act on blood and mucous surfaces. price listed at 75 cents per bottle with testimonials promised.
Mrs. Wm Denny of Rushville returns home after visiting her parents G W King and wife. Mrs. John Jewell returns from Indianapolis where she stayed with Mrs. Ida Gray Scott. Several families and delegates from North Vernon and Indianapolis travel to visit relatives, attend W C T U conventions, or conduct business in Brownstown and nearby towns. County council meets approving township assessor appropriations and continuing others to September. Funeral services for John White held at Newbern Christian Church.
The regular session saw approval of a school trustee election, widening Fifth Street, sewer lines and alleys, a salary ordinance, and various improvements. Treasurer’s balance stood at 26 696.47 dollars. Reports on water works, cemeteries, health, and street work were received. Petitions on sidewalks and wheels refused. bids for curbing and gutters opened. A full city business meeting with a cordial tone and routine actions.
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