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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1902
Page
1
A misshapen summary notes subscription delays and price shifts, calls for killing a railway consolidation bill, and reports Fayette County’s strong tax record. It mentions Col. Tou Ucnurner’s death at Hot Springs Arkansas and debates over state schools and tariff policy, with references to a holiday rush and printer’s ink use.
An unknown group calls for an organized effort to secure Advair Convergence supplies. The question remains who will initiate the move first.
The article discusses Governor Dorbin amid controversy over an alleged ban he cannot be charged with enforcing. It examines legal questions, political reactions, and potential consequences for his administration.
Indiana politics and local clashes color a report on Wayne county election plans for December 20 and expected GOP and G A R figures. The piece notes party shifts, newspaper leadership changes, and debates over ballot placement for congressional candidates while highlighting community efforts in Connersville and Greensburg.
Ristostilie proposes an interurban railway from Galianapolis to the city with a future through line from Chicago to Cincinnati. Charles Ob. Henry of Anderson accepted the franchise.
The Rushville City Council previously approved a 5090 bond and aims to begin concrete work next spring. The article urges organized effort to attract new factories and interurban rail lines from the north and west, warning of a renewed push for the Railway Consolidation Bill and noting Republican self interest.
The Tribune announced prize results for a secret number guessing contest based on Indiana Secretary of State votes. The top prize of 5000 went to A J Batten of Pickrelltown Ohio who was one digit from the exact total. Several locals and others won small amounts ranging from two to five dollars with multiple entries listed by name address and amount.
An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for blood poison including eruptions, sores, hair loss, and bone pain. It claims blood purification, itch relief, and symptom removal after thirty years of testing, with sample offers and free medical advice.
John Ochiltree, John Vettes, and James Maglish from Rushville were in the city on business today.
A major fire destroyed the Brookville Manufacturing Co plant, makers of candy and canned goods, around 11 pm Monday. Loss is estimated at 95 000 with 45 000 insured. Water shortages hindered firefighting and the plant’s isolation limited spread fears. The facility housed 150 to 200 workers and was Brookville’s largest factory.
A club plans a winter series of stag dinners hosted by Mr. PF T Roos to entertain men only. The notion began with Mr. G C Floren who held the inaugural event, prompting anticipation that ladies will reclaim hosting in future gatherings.
The Ladies Whist Club from Connersville played Sidney at Mrs J T Abathees home. Sidney was missing players due to illness and Mrs Charters could not attend. Mrs Fraugia took charge as replacements arrived on the 5 40 train.
In Connersville Sidney leads after the first series and holds on through five rounds to triumph by four points. The event ends with a social lunch, praised by all for its grace and sport. Mrs. W O Amson and Mrs. J D Barnes hosted a noon luncheon for visiting players before their return home.
A. H. Thurnes of Buffalo Ohio describes long standing kidney and bladder pain relief after using Foley's Kidney Cure. He reports rapid improvement with "brick dust" stones passing and no pain, feeling like a new man after treatment.
Retirements and job changes appear in this letter list item. Herman Creu left the Androwsa & Co. drip store to join Walter Kessens' dray business in Anderson, while others including individuals named Sherman, Boyd, and Panaiie Belles are noted in short entries.
Santa Claus offers the finest and largest selection of diamonds solitary or in sets. Watches jewelry toilet sets silverware clocks cigar cases music rolls umbrellas and gold headed canes. Prices are advertised as lower than ever inviting customers to come see and be convinced.
The notice advertises farms for sale and loan options. It mentions a 224 acre farm two miles from the city, low 4.9 percent deferred payments, and written contracts with copies provided. It invites calls or visits in the city for negotiation and emphasizes price and soil quality.
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