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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1901
Page
2
The piece rebuts a foreign journalist’s remarks about Connersville journalism. It asserts the Evening News began June 9 1887 and the Daily Examiner followed June 13 1887, noting readers recall local events and disputing the newcomer's statements.
The News defends its position as the first permanent daily in Connersville and challenges the Examiner to a payroll and circulation comparison with public charity stakes. It asserts larger news gathering and announces a now enlarged paper to continue championing town progress.
Readers praise the newspaper as it expands and improves. The piece recalls the paper's launch fourteen and a half years ago and notes early doubts about its viability in the town of Connereville.
The Liberty Review notes Connersville news growth and a rival claim to regional leadership, while the city rejects the notion of “riding over” neighbors. It highlights local political calls, upcoming county meetings, and a shift to bigger stocks as trade improves amid rising newspaper prices.
The article notes a strong past record and a bright outlook for the year ahead. A timely blizzard is acknowledged but supplies of fuel are assured for indoor comfort. The Republican convention in Indianapolis during the holidays is seen as starting the campaign season.
The circuit court convened at 11 a m on Monday with Judge Swift presiding. A venire for the jury was called for tomorrow while reports indicate routine proceedings are underway.
Ben G Stephen has purchased the Gray blacksmith shop at Alpine and took possession today.
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