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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1908
Page
2
A fragmented discussion outlines county level governance options for rural counties lacking large cities. Proposals consider classifications by city size and ward/district structures, with debates over first second and third class counties and possible veto implications.
A Shelbyville event drew six candidates for a political forum with audience questions. The piece notes references to President Roosevelt and his administration, with emphasis on public sentiment and notable attendees.
The Board of Commissioners opened bids for painting two bridges, one at Nualltown and the Nickel Plate Pike bridge over Little Wil Jims creek. County commissioners awarded the contract to the lowest bidder on the Nickel Plate bridge while noting many bids for the Nualltown bridge.
Javed Shathier arrested yesterday for intoxication and arraigned before Justice Cates. He pleaded guilty and was fined. A second defendant faced charges of driving while intoxicated and pled guilty, with penalties imposed. A third case involved additional offenses and resulted in a conviction and sentence.
G B Burbeans of Christ Center New York writes that four years ago Pole's Kidney Cure cured his severe kidney tremble and reduced pain. He reports no recurrence in four years and endorses the product for kidney or bladder trouble. S.O. McKennan & Son.
Subscribers must remit arrears immediately or risk having trees withheld after April 1. The Times News Co. warns delinquent customers of a one year or more past due period and states no option but to stop delivery for pre paid papers if not compliant.
Curtis L Tate of Bunkerhill invents a two sided oval liquid measure that splits to pint and quart, enabling exact fills and preventing overflow. He has received letters patent and an exclusive manufacturing offer may follow for the device used by milk dealers nationwide.
A lively Saturday meeting drew many attendees as candidates spoke and toasts followed. The chief focus remained on unity after the vote as the crowd praised the evening’s spirit, with no one left unheard and a shared sense of camaraderie prevailing.
Mrs Jigory Smith of Vermont was driving south on Central avenues when her horse bolted onto the sidewalk and dashed to the corner of Fourth Street. The animal toppled a cart at the curb, breaking its harness and injuring the vehicle. Local residents aided as the horse paused before continuing westward.
Resolutions from the Connersville Council mourn the death of Brother Martin Meyer of Connersville. The resolution notes his long residency, esteemed citizenship, and exemplary Knight status, with charter draped for sixty days and copies sent to the bereaved family. Committee members William A. Regan Peter Brennan Edwin M. Maley signed the act.
A staged ghost frightens residents in Rosedale last evening. A bevy of young women dressed as a specter frightened boys, alarmed Mrs. Perkins, and drew a crowd to the Perkins home. Laughter followed as the scene ended, though a resident warned the prank wears on nerves.
Mrs. John Shy a Mishawaka civic figure and former local resident died suddenly at 12 North Sarah Street Mishawaka aged 56. Born Jennie Veneman in Piqua Ohio she married John Shy and leaves two daughters Mrs Bollinger and Violet Shy. Violet a violinist was away on a Berrien Springs engagement when the end came.
John Bush’s house burned to ashes last Phareday at Noon with no insurance. a $200 Wert phone was lost. Betsy Baker was last seen asleep as Betsy Baker appears in a humorous, ragged collection of local observations and verses spanning social notes, jokes, and reflections.
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and throat troubles is claimed not affected by the Pure Food and Drug law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. S. O. McKennan & Son recommend it as a safe remedy for children and adults.
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