Bloodstained is new speedway tragedy at Indianapolis race
On the Indianapolis Motor Speedway home stretch William Bourque and Harry Holcomb were killed when their Knox car crashed into a fence at 75 mph during the 250 mile race. The accident halted the program as spectators watched, and Knox withdrew all cars from further competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Knox
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
William A. Bourque
Springfield
Mass
Harry Holcomb
Grandville
Bourque
Holcomb
Knox Company
Chevrolet
Crown Point
Ind
Harmey Oldfield
Webb Jay
Smithereens
Louis Chevrolet
Buick
Oldfield
Tela
Wright
Freeefor Ad
Twentet U
Stillman
Kurman
Hotcomb
Hiad
Jape Clemens
Merz
Kincad
Miler
Resentment of Rebuke Marks Reform Debate
A reflective quote from the Christian Register critiques reformers who cannot exchange direct, plain speech on topics close to their hearts without losing temper. The author argues no man is suited to lead reform without such candor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Register
Wild West Show to receive same premiums as others
Day by day the Free Fair committee adds new attractions for the coming Free Fair. They report securing Ben Holmes's Wild West Show which draws crowds. Short Horn cattle are omitted from the premium list but exhibitors will receive the same premiums as other cattle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holmes
Free Lair
Voters and Poll Tax Exemption in County Report
Auditor Kennedy lists 2510 polls, about one third of county voters aged fifty or over. Tax rules differ by county, state and school districts, with exemptions for those over fifty. Treasurer DeHaven notes some collections and notes about tax receipts remain unusual.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kennedy
Sibo
DeHaven
Notice to non residents in Fayette Circuit Court partition case
In Fayette County Indiana the Fayette Circuit Court October Term 1909 issues notice to non residents Morris Rigor and Cecil Rigor in Phenies L Kerr vs Glayds H N Burk and others. Plaintiffs file a complaint for partition of land and seek appearance by October 4 1909 at Connersville Court House to answer or demur.
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State of
Indiana
Fayette County
Fayette
Phenies L. Kerr
Glayds
H. N. Burk
Morris Rigor
Cecil Rigor
Conner, Conner & Chrisman
A. D
Court House
Connersville
William RE. Sparks
Fayette Circuit Court
Notice of Administration in Fayette County
Notice is hereby given that the undersigned has been duly appointed executor of the estate of George Cain, deceased, by the Fayette Circuit Court. Charles McCain is named as executor. Attest William J. Sparks Clerk, Fayette Circuit Court, dated Anense Pe Lyog.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Cain
Noties
Fayette
Fayette County
Charelas Mo Cain
William Jo Spars
Buaverte Circuit Court
Change at last midnight ushers in new C H & D management
The Cincinnati, August 20 report notes the deed to the C H & D has been signed and the new management led by William Cotter took control at midnight. Governor Harmon and Cotter met, transfers completed, and no immediate departmental changes are planned. Harmon praises the loyal staff.
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Cincinnati
Judge Harmon
Cotter
Colter
Harmon
Commercial Tribune
Knights of Columbus back Edwards plan for centennial exhibit
L J Edwards of Norman Oklahoma offered to bring three full blood savages to the Twelve Mile Purchase centennial in Fayette County. Knights of Columbus endorsed the plan at a regular meeting and sent a telegram to Edwards. Mayor Barrows said he would urge city bodies to support the exhibit and tent arrangements.
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Norman
Oklahoma
L. J. Edwards
Knights of Columbus
Fayette County
Knights
Myr. Esdwards
Ar. Edwards
Barrows
Michigan
City Council
Commercial Club
Edwards
Slashed Rival In Neck Attack After Finding Wife With Man
Washington Indiana August 19 Ben Stites a railroad fireman found his wife missing and later with Robert Downing He grabbed Downing by the necktie pulled a knife from his pocket and slashed him on neck and face Downing and wife supported by the woman walked to a doctor's office where wounds were dressed A large neck gash partly severed the jugular vein Stites was arrested.
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Washington
Indiana
Ben Stites
Robert Downing
Stites
Downing
Alts. Stites
Centennial Assembly in Richmond Aims to Mark Methodism’s County Birth
In Wayne County the centennial celebration gathers Methodists from Boston township and nearby areas. The article notes early society formation in the northwest part of Boston township, with services held for over fifty years, and mentions Hugh Cal known as Mather Cull, a delegate to the convention that framed the first constitution.
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Richmond
Aubuse
Wayne
Friends
Oor Quickers
Boston Township
Psus
Hugh Cal
Wayne County
Mather Cull
Potey’s Oring Tatnative and Ortho Luxative Ad
An old advertisement touts Potey’s Oring tatnative as stomach stimulant and laxative for bowel regulation and constipation relief. It also promotes Potey’s Ortho Luxative for sick headache biliousness and claims mild action and pleasant taste suitable for women and children.
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Potey
Notice of Sale Ge Gravel Road Bonds in Fayette County
Notice is given that Samuel E. DeHaven Fayette County treasurer will offer for sale gravel road bonds for Rush and Mayette counties and between Glenwood and Orange. Bonds total 5600 dollars at four percent interest. Right to reject oral bids is reserved. Sale to be held on the Sunday of September.
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Samuel EE. DeHaven
Fayette County
Indiana
Rush
Mayette
Glenwood
Orange
George A Looney
Samdeh EL Dehaven
Payette County
Farmers Face Penalties for Adulterated Butter Sales
An Internal Revenue agent warns farmers that selling adulterated butter without a license is punishable, not just creameries. He notes farmers often think they are exempt and urges buyers and sellers to know the laws. Several cases have appeared before revenue officers as adulterated butter turned up in groceries across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sion
Revenue
Public sale of real estate in Fayette County Indiana
Andrew H. Rieman as executor of Subbina Adams will sell at public sale on September 18, 1909 at the north east door of the Fayette County Courthouse Connersville Indiana. The property includes lots 10 and 31 in Basil McCann's East Connersville plat with a 714 store area, a two story brick dwelling, barn and outbuildings. Terms: one third cash, one third in one year, one third in two years with six percent interest, mortgage security, insure buildings for at least one thousand dollars, sale at 1:00 p m.
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REA
Andrew H. Rieman
Subbina Adams
Fayette County
State of Indiana
Court House
Connersville
Indiana
Basil McCann
East Connersville
Renal
Maley’s Honey and Par-aid Cures Hay Fever and Cold
A. S. Nusbaum of Batesville Indiana reports lasting relief from a three month summer cold with Maley’s Honey and Par-aid after failed doctor prescribed medicines. He notes his wife also used Maley’s Thorney and Var with success for chronic coughs and lung trouble and warns against substitutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S. Nusbaum
Batesville
Indiana
Wriles
Maley
Moley
S. O. Menkennan & Son
Ballenger Case by John P. Brown
John P. Brown outlines the Ballenger Pinchot clash, noting Ballenger’s support for Interior autonomy and Pinchot’s push to curb federal land releases and water power projects. The piece preserves contrasts between forest policy, western opposition, and impacts on power development and irrigation.
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John P. Brown
Ballenger
Interior
Gifford Pinchot
Forester
Pinchot Ballenger
Wilson
Pinchot
Girard Pinchot
Forest Bureau
Agricultural Department
Roosevelt
Mr. Pinchot
Congress
Taft
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