Houston News Highlights From City Visits to School Commencement
Houston residents report visits by Dave Nobblet and family and a sick baby of George Cumming in critical condition. Contractors grade on Houston Knob altering the slope. Local sales of a mare to Robertson Bros. from Brownstown. Wm McMahan and Ellen Davis wed at the groom’s home. Teachers’ license exam held with Prof. J. E. Payne presiding. Seventh annual Salt Creek Township School commencement held at Christian Church with notable music and diplomas presented by Supt. A. E. Payne. The Van Buren Cornet Band provided music to the packed house.
Orinoco Storm Ravages Town with Wide Destruction
A severe storm devastated Orinoco yesterday causing extensive damage to trees, roofs, chimneys, a smoke stack, and facilities. Several homes and businesses suffered partial or total loss, with power lines and poles down. insurance agents Kinney & Kinney advertise windstorm coverage while local deaths and funeral plans are noted for Will Ahern and others.
Threatening Clouds Over City Alarm Citizens
Clouds hovered over the city with a funnel shape seen in the storm kings view. Citizens watched with anxious faces as wind shifted to the southwest bringing relief and fear about a possible tornado. Reports note as well wedding licences issued and marriage prospects in June amid storm chatter.
Justice meted by Judge Stader in assault case
Mose Riggs arrested by Constable Gable on an assault and battery warrant. He was fined and costs $11 after a trial before Squire Stader. The report adds Ridgs will lodge eleven days at Hotel De La Cox at taxpayer expense. Netica Circuit No. 1 lights were out due to storm damage. Local notices mention travel plans and upcoming road race from Columbus to this city, 22 miles, with six tandems expected to compete.
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Gable
Netica
Columbus
Elinburz Tribune
Reception for Weisner and Donner Hosts by Mrs Moon Ey
Mrs Mooney leads a Columbus Society morning reception held from 10 to 11 at her Third Street home in honor of Mrs Weisner Des Moines and Mrs Donner Anderson. Weather damage note mentions Judge Duncass residence cornice blown by storm and wind. Mammie and Katie Mooney depart for Laniter hiv on extended visit.
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Hartsville Celebrates Glorious Fourth With Community Program
Hartsville plans a Saturday fourth celebration with a morning program in the public square featuring the Richland Cornet Band and performances by the Chorus Boys. The afternoon includes races, a Hartsville vs North Vernon baseball game, fireworks, balloon ascent, and open air concert.
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Maude Smith Hosts Y K W at Her Home
Maude Smith entertained her Y K W 1 W group at the corner of Twelfth and Pearl Tuesday night. Elegant refreshments of cream and cake were served as friends Lena Day Linnie Williamson Flo May Maude Smith Charlotte Washburn Elton Titus Albert Wooie TM Albert Keller Will Brockman Tom Demman attended.
Thief Returns Lawn Mower After Star Report
Fred Weiler reported a stolen lawn mower to the Star and identified the thief. After publication the thief returned the mower, now found with shed shavings and an exposed handle. Weiler plans to pursue charges.
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Fred Weiler
Fishing tackle and outdoor gear sale at Geo H Cuwamins
Geo H. Cuwamins advertises fishing tackle hammocks and croquet sets at the lowest prices. The notice touts bargains on outdoor equipment likely from a local shop catalog with emphasis on value and variety.
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Geo.h. Cuwamins
Kinney & Kinney Windstorm Policy Suggested
Columbus readers warned of severe weather with a forecast of stronger winds than Wednesday and urged to consider a tornado and windstorm policy from Kinney & Kinney. The note promises affordable coverage as a precaution.
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Kinney & Kinney
Pow Wow and Barbecue event at Shelbyville
Hed men plan a Pow Wow at Shelbyville on August 16 and 17 with Kiowa Tribe activities, contest for adoption of pale faces, Pocahontas degree, and a barbecue featuring cattle and sheep slaughter. A monster parade of Red Men in costume and a grand fireworks display close the events in the evening.
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Shelb
Presbyterian Sunday School Picnic In McCormacks Woods
The Presbyterian Sunday School plans its annual picnic today in McCormack woods. Activities include boating fishing and swings with ample provisions and conveyance to the grounds promised for old and young alike. A man with about 100 dollars can secure a low risk light manufacturing business with profits of 4 to 8 dollars daily after a personal interview at 230-36 Care Star.
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J. W
For Sale Phaeton in Fair Condition
A first class Columbia phaeton under three years old is offered for sale at a reasonable price if sold at once. Inquire at the office.
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Phaeton
Post Office Steps Death Report Turns Out False
A notice circulated yesterday claimed a man was found frozen to death on the post office steps Tuesday night, but the report is deemed a mistake with no corroborating evidence.
Pires Personal Notices Mention Brown and Washington Guests
Wm Barret went to Indianapolis. Jessie Marshall of Brown county was in the city Wednesday. Miss Sadie Emmons of Washington DC is visiting her uncle J D Emmons. Fed M Cry has gone to Denver.
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Indianapolis
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Brown County
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Washington, D. C
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Baseball results and health notice prompt sanitation rules
National League scores show Brooklyn 8 Boston 9 Louisville 8 Chicago 7 Pittsburg 3 Cleveland 14 Baltimore 8 New York 3 Washington 3 Philadelphia 1 Cincinnati 3 St Louis 0. Western League results Indianapolis 11 Detroit 2 Grand Rapids 6 Columbus 14 St Paul 6 Minneapolis 9 Kansas City 5 Milwaukee 11. Dr J N Hurty urged railways to adopt new passenger car sanitation rules including formaldecade disinfectant and six month water samples from coaches. Greensburg News.
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Curling Iron Injures Woman Eye in Franklin Incident
Mrs. Lawrence Brown, a prominent Franklin lady, was seriously hurt when a hot curling iron was thrust into her eye, an injury risking permanent blindness. The World reports the incident as a cautionary note on household dangers.
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