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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1907
Page
7
Wednesday's Daily lists Mrs. Elizabeth Davis traveling from Denver after visiting family near Harrisburg and mentions illnesses, births, and social visits. It notes Cyrus Jeffery greeting a granddaughter in Dayton, Ohio, plus health issues, college notes, and several local visits and gatherings.
Invitations are received for the wedding of Miss Frances Katz and Mr. Lawrence Bloom of Cincinnati on the 17th of this month. Bloom is a traveling salesman who has visited the city often and has many friends here.
An old advertisement proclaims Foley's Kidney Cure can cure kidney and bladder diseases and strengthen kidneys to prevent Bright's disease or diabetes if taken timely. Promote by O. McKen man & Son.
Mrs. Frank Whelan of Connersville Indiana recommends Doan's Kidney Pills after relief from bearing down pains back and kidney issues. She cites improved rest and reduced back pains following use at Green Bros drug store. The ad notes Mr Whelan also used Doan's with benefit and urges buying from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as sole US agents.
During the biennial inspection of Connersville Commandery No 6 Knights Templar Inspector General Robert A Woods presented Eminent Commander William L Curtleyon with a diamond scarf pin. Woods praised the Commandery for its high attendance and fine quarters before Cortleyon departed. A turkey banquet followed as members feasted and talked into the night. Mrs Joseph Wrennickie visited relatives in Portland Indiana.
Gary Indiana December report denies any plan to remove the Bible from public schools. President Knotts says he was misquoted and calls the sensational story false. The Gary board insists Christ and Christmas carols will remain part of school life with emphasis on manual training.
In Hammond Indiana constable John Huber and attorney J I Modjeska are remanded to Lake Superior Court on charges of larceny and blackmail linked to a 25 payment from saloon keeper John Bieracki after alleged cigarette selling accusations. The men face perjury ties and broader scandal claims. In Bloomington Tobias Gaddis, jailed for theft, escapes and may reach Muncie while viewed as end of a sensational Monroe county tragedy.
A rough note warns habitual smokers of throat inflammation that can lead to cancer and surgical risk. It promotes Tonasiling as a claimed cure to prevent neglect and heal sore throat, claiming years of study and drug use behind the remedy.
The Brazil Black Coal company runs only one mine now as demand for coal declines across the state. Similar conditions spread through the bituminous district with operators unsure of the cause aside from mild weather. It is the first time in years that large mines in the district have closed even temporarily at this season.
Indianapolis reports indicate James P. Goodrich and Fred Sims left for Washington to push for Chicago as the Republican national convention site with Fairbanks boosters. Indiana delegates may favor a Fairbanks delegation and a December 14 state committee meeting to reorganize. The piece also notes public depository law changes, new monthly state payments, and a reduced delegate count for the coming state convention.
Judge Leathers of Marion County Superior Court ruled licensing power rests with boards of commissioners and not the city council. He said the 1875 license law vests sole authority in county boards and that no other body may adjudicate or appeal licensing decisions beyond the circuit court. The Indianapolis council had attempted to let itself grant or deny licenses after county approval. Mayor Barrows condemned the decision as outrageous and unwarranted by law.
The County Commissioners traveled to Columbia township today to inspect a recently built arch over a stream. Mr and Mrs Jesse Logan of New Salem Indiana arrived in the city and visited Mr and Mrs E G Johnson. Miss May Luking returned from Clinton Illinois where she served as head trimmer in a millinery store. Miss Lucile Neft went to her grandparents home today to spend a few days.
Brazil Indiana December 5 George Duckworth and Frank Corn deputy state game wardens living at Lowell arrested near Clay City on hunting without a permit charges. They were found on George Larrison farm. No cause given. Noblesville Indiana December 56 Miss Clara Albright seventeen a domestic in David House family died by suicide swallowing poison. No cause known despite reported happy disposition.
In Goshen Indiana Zacharias Weddell a wealthy Benton township farmer reportedly cremated in his barn while trying to save his horses and cattle. Two horses burned with him. He left a wife and four young children in a prominent family. Gruesome search continued as Pittsburgh reporters note the Namor mine disaster may yield more bodies after a massive explosion.
In Princeton Indiana city officials enforce a dry spell as the last three saloons shut down at 11 PM and promise not to reopen until local sentiment shifts.
In Evansville Indiana on December 5 a saloon brawl left bartender August Grotius fatally stabbed. Police hunt Ralph Delemeter who allegedly did the cutting, as officers pursue the suspect.
Dec 4. Rochford Plano Company plant in Tipton burned with unknown origin. Six carloads of unassembled planes and many tools destroyed. Total loss estimated at 45000 dollars, reportedly covered by insurance.
An advertisement extolling Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a restorative for overworked nursing mothers and women with pelvic disorders. Claims a glyceric extract of medicinal roots with no alcohol and urges readers to request a booklet from Dr. R V Pierce in Buffalo, N Y.
Local merchants advertise extensive Christmas goods showing attractive displays across wearing apparel furniture toys and more. Shoppers are urged to buy local, pay taxes, support factories, and use layaway to avoid last minute rush while early sales indicate strong holiday business.
Thanksgiving activities include Monroe Starr visiting Rev FE W Harlan's family and Prof Chas Harlan with his wife at Fairview. Ed Trusler buys the remainder of the Louis Sparks farm. Local folks helped with corn, hauled wheat, and moved fodder shredding machines. The Contention literary society plans a program Friday with inviting attendance.
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