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Newspaper
Connersville Curier
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1900
Page
1
The piece recounts the legend of John of the Cabin, a reclusive early settler linked to the Cabin John area and the bridge, his dogs and hunting lifestyle, and a doggerel fragment found in 1825. It also notes a modern political note on railroad half fare for returning voters and broader U S export leadership and Centenial planning.
The New Century Club met at J. L. Broaddun's home for the first meeting after summer vacation. Dr. Daum presented The Relation of Oxygen to The Vital Forces in a practical thorough manner, leaving a strong impression on members. Next meeting at L. M. Ellis home to discuss Church Unity.
Last Thursday evening 8 K Jemison started to drive home from the Thomas sale when the horse bolted. The buggy collided with Rose Spark’s carriage, overturning Jemison’s vehicle and throwing him to the ground. He suffered ugly bruises but is reported not seriously injured and will recover. The buggy was badly broken.
In the circuit court this week Charles A. Penry was granted a divorce from Mary Penry. Donald McDougie was granted a divorce from Mary A. McDougie.
A massive Fayette County assembly in Connersville celebrates sound money, prosperity, and patriotism. Ten to fifteen thousand attend a day of parades led by Col Fearis, with floats and bands, culminating in speeches by Josep Conaway Rev E A White and Senator Beveridge. The event praises McKinley and Republican unity ahead of election day.
A quiet ceremony was held Thursday evening October 11 at Rev. Montgomery's home for Maude Lamberson and Thomas, son of Rev. J. F. Thomas. Lamberson has been a social figure, while Thomas comes from a respected family.
Dr Joseph R Mountain and Miss Elizabeth Coles Clark wed at Trinity M E Church Cincinnati in a Tuesday ceremony. A reception followed and the couple left for Detroit and Michigan before returning to Connersville to reside at Eleven Street and Central Ave. Mountain is a prominent local physician and Clark is a well known Cincinnati social figure. A later reception will be hosted by Mr and Mrs W E Ochiltree with additional social affairs planned in their honor.
The council in regular session approved Rev Dimmitt water rent rebate and McFarlan heating plant petition. They ordered street work and sewer actions, set grade stakes on Sixteenth street, and authorized gravel payment to John Simmons. Health and School boards debated reopening schools with a Friday meeting set. Dr Hurty advised reopening.
Mrs. Jacob Schmidt, 80, died Saturday morning at her Sixth Street home. Born in 1820 in Ertingen Germany, she married George Pfafflin as her final husband. Three of six sons died in Germany and three who came to Connersville have since died. Her second marriage was to Jacob Schmidt in 1874 who died about six years ago. Funeral services were held Monday at the German Presbyterian Church conducted by Rev Elfeldt with many mourners. Interment followed in the city cemetery.
Binger Hermann quotes Mr Bryan accusing Republicans of putting dollars before people. He claims the GOP administration has spent more on gold and national wealth than ever, asserting a 100 cent dollar value and global gold concerns.
A state line Republican rally near College Corner drew an estimated 5000 attendees. Col Nevin Gov Taylor and Senator Foraker spoke to a massive audience as a parade, Rough Riders, and bands led into a large grove discussing Philippine policy and free schools. Bryan was challenged on imperialism and Bible shipments to Manila were highlighted.
Since the last report Governor Roosevelt has finished a tour through Indiana Kentucky and Ohio. The cross state journey has drawn continuous ovations and strong audience response. Analysts say the trip will boost Republican majorities on November 6.
Senator Frye of Maine in Maryland denounces demagogues citing overseas payments as precedent. He cites Schurz on the Philippines and notes Germany France and Mexico paid major sums or contributed to outcomes, arguing the United States, as a powerful nation, must act without compromise and abhors demagoguery.
The Courier Office surrendered unconditionally to the College Corner delegation at a large Republican rally. Thirty seven young ladies with parasols and many gentlemen paraded, brightening the printing office with joy. College Corner were praised for aiding the rally and took home a large American flag for their delegation.
C A Rieman of Connersville gains press praise in The American Florist for expanding his horticultural operation. He completed an 18 by 120 rose house, achieving 15 000 square feet glass area, and added a 35 hp steam boiler and a new adjacent store. He grows brite and bridesmaid roses, 1500 chrysanthemum plants, and 8000 carnations, with brisk trade and he serves as City Cemetery superintendent.
Real estate transfers list conveyances in Hurricon and East Connersville plus Orange Township. Rose Stam to Samuel Ludlow. Margaret Higgs to Sarah Davis. Jance McIntosh trustee to Thomas Ford. Eleanor McCann to Charles Ureell. Herman Fuchs to John Lewin. Benjamin Griffith to Marshall Hinchman for parcels ranging from city lots to 90 acres in Orange Township with sums noted.
Cassius Kuhn an attache of the ete Herald was among a large group of callers on Tuesday. The report notes his participation and the event context, reflecting the newspaper's community engagement.
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