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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1909
Page
2
A 1909 Times News review questions the Star's population claim for Indianapolis. It challenges Jim Crow era math used by Captain Anderson and warns misused estimates could mislead about urban decline. The column critiques race and rail politics shaping public discourse.
Witnesses describe a lever activation that caused an auto start during a crash involving a machine. Medics and Remington arrived as a horse pulled a cart and a tense scene unfolded with power and control issues observed at the site.
Mrs Sb Al Sutton reports severe backache and kidney pain eased after taking Goan's Kidney Pills. The testimonial states improved sleep, regulated kidney secretions, and overall feeling better. For sale by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY and local dealers. Trade note offers a residence and wood business for a farm with possible difference trade.
Shelbyville newspaper discusses likely actions of President Henry on return from vacation. Mentions planned improvements and project priorities for the J C traction company and local transportation needs.
The Shelbyville Republican reports work on the road near completion with a covered amphitheatre style grand stand to seat many. Three sections are created with numbered seats and aisles, and sale of seats to the public begins Monday at Progress Clothing, Hobberg's, and Green's stores.
Claude Kellum, 39, Kokomo mechanician and Socialist candidate, died after a National No 10 car wrecked near the southern curve at a speedway race. Five spectators were injured as the machine leaped the fence and crashed. his pilot, Merz, escaped unharmed. Kellum’s mother had pleaded for him to stay away from the races moments before the tragedy.
Timothy Buckley, who vanished Sunday week while en route to camp near Waterloo, was later seen in Cincinnati. Richard Henberry, a section man, met Buckley Monday and found him in good spirits, claiming a “chewing match” with others back toward Connersville and saying he planned to go to Cincinnati. Buckley had no coat but wore his work clothes and may have some money, possibly a five dollar gold piece turned over to settle a debt. rumors of $1450 saved during the spree circulated but remain unverified.
Miss Hazel Lockhart, aged fifteen, died at her Summit Avenue home yesterday morning after a brief illness likely typhoid fever. Born in the city, she was a bright student and much loved, with a devoted mother and many friends. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at two o'clock at the family's home, with Rev. C. Barkboerdt officiating.
Letters remaining in the Comersville post office for the week ending Monday August 25 2009. Recipients please call proclaiming the ad to claim. Names include A J Alzeno Mrs FL Bokken Central Music Company Burney Dutey Mrs C Grines A S Gross Alvin Jeffries Mrs John Kerr Miss Hattie Kline Joe Lunsford Mrs John M Morgan Mrs Isa Myers Sidway Mfg Co Gi D Thomas K Torrie Mrs Elizabeth Warland Eernest Wiley Miles K Moffett P M.
The Selby family expresses sincere thanks to neighbors and friends for acts of kindness and sympathy during William Selby’s illness and after his death. Grateful for flowers and support from Mes, Wheeldpam Selby, and daughter.
Supt L D Diluman invites participants to a free fair featuring spelling oratory and declamation contests. Premiums are offered for essays and related events, with details in the premium book.
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