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Connersville Times

Location

Connersville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jan 29, 1908

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Krebs Stay In K I C League For 190k Season

Hamilton Krebs will keep the same lineup for the upcoming season with Ben Mache behind the hat Pie Stevenson at first Bo Kreimer at second Dig Marnie Dick at short Bill Brinker at third Wap Johnson in left Kitty in center Cy Sewald in right Robbie Caldwell handling the hax Grohe to manage the team and lead another possible pennant run Williamson Billy Bass and a new twirler may join as needed.

Milders Hamilton Krebs Kio Bobby Quinn Ohio State League Krebs Hamilton News-Republican Minu Ben Mache Pie” Stevenson Bo Kreimer Dig Mrnie Dick Short Bill Brinker Wap’ Johnson Kitty Cy" Sewald Robbie Caldwell Caldwell Cornell College Grohe Bob Williamson Groale Cincinnati Billy Bass Avondale Hamilton Jake

New Y Necessary at Indianapolis New Y Necessary at Indianapolis

Indianapolis officials approve a plan to turn interurban cars on CY switches at Shelby Street Southern Avenue and Prospect Street Keystone Avenue to ease operations after the via duct route closure. Mayor Brookwalter and officials consent to temporary shelters for passenger transfers.

Indianapolis Columbus & Southern Shelby Street Southern Avenue Prospect Street Keystone Avenue

State Merchants Meeting Closes in Terre Haute

The State meeting of the Indian Retail Merchants Association closed at Terre Haute last evening after a highly successful session. The business session ran from four to six with Terre Haute merchants hosting a banquet and entertainment for attendees from across the state. Local attendees included J. R. Nave Edwin McIntosh Myron Levison and A C Fick with McIntosh named to the resolutions committee.

Indiant Retail Merchants Association Terre Haute J. R. Nave Edwin Mcintosh Myron Levison A.C. Fick McIntosh

Suit filed for $5,000 damages over alienation of husband

In Ripley Circuit Court Milan Indiana on January 23 Mrs Elizabeth Stafford aged 62 filed a suit for $5,000 damages against Mrs Margaret Orr aged 72 alleging alienation of her husband Sydney Cornelius Stafford aged 70.

Milan Ind Ripley Circuit Court Elizabeth Stafford Margaret Orr Sydney Cornelius Stafford

John K Jemison Dies at Country Home After Illness

John K. Jemison died last night at his country home a mile south of East Conn ersville from dropsy. Born 1824 near Nulltown, he spent life in Fayette County and leaves a widow, Marion Jemison, a brother Samuel Jemison, and a large estate. Funeral 1:30 PM Saturday at his home with Rev John Machlan officiating.

John K. Jemison Connersville Nulltown Faye Tle Methodist Shiloh John Machlan Main Street M. E. Church

Fatal Croton Oil Joke Kills Boy Tramp in City

The Columbus Republican details the death of Harold, the so called boy tramp, after reportedly being given croton oil in whiskey as a cruel joke. Coroner Benham notes croton oil can be fatal in large doses and indicates Harold died after frothing at the mouth and collapsing on Third Street. Building prospects in Connersville show optimism with signage of a busy season ahead, amid hopes for contractors and local industry revival.

Columbus Republican Flarold Imiuiah Harold Sitoon Benhath J. W. Benhant Tramp Croton Third Street Benham Croton Oi Aind Tarald Sherrie Cox Tareth Rhines Tharlie Charles Maneghon Connersville Lumber Co Fast Side Lumber Company Wylie

Public sale announced for Micheal Krank at Connersville residence

Micheal Krank to sell at his residence one mile northwest of Connersville on Tuesday February 4. Items include 4 head of young horses 2 mules 1 heavy draft mare 7 Shorthorn cows 6 brood sows a sale barn 400 bushels of corn and many farming implements. Sale begins at 10 o'clock.

Micheal Krank Connersville D&wk P

Clyde Bridgeford Conducts Laurel Business Today

Clyde Bridgeford spent today in Laurel handling his affairs as local business activity continued in the town center.

Clyde Bridgeford Laurel

Notice to Spitters Promulgated by Indiana Health Board

The Indiana State Board of Health issues a notice condemning spitting as filthy and dangerous. It warns that drying spit can carry diseases like diphtheria and tuberculosis, urging people to respect others' comfort and health. The notice will be displayed prominently along interurban routes across the state.

Indiana State Board Health

Mr and Mrs Henry Silvey Visit Dublin Home

Mr Henry Silvey and his wife spent yesterday at the home of his parents in Dublin.

Henry Silvey Dublin

Death of Milton resident amid traction wreck injuries

Leopold Baker aged 7S years of Milton died from internal injuries suffered in a collision between two street cars near Earthbarn cemetery. He, W W Wainwright, and Henry Baker were among four victims. Baker survived by three children and a granddaughter, with funeral arranged by the Milton Masonic lodge. He was a Prussian immigrant who settled in Milton in 1864 and worked in the shoe trade before retiring due to injuries.

Leopold Baker Mays W. W. Wainwright Henry Baker Milton Earthbarn Cemetery Baker Prussia Kenton Ohio Wayne County Lulu Baker Masonic Order Harry Charles Wainwright Chicaeo Ely Frerat

Card of Thanks for Niket Tucker

Mary Elizabeth Tucker expresses heartfelt thanks to neighbors and friends for kindness after illness and burial of her daughter Niket. Special appreciation to those who sent floral tributes. Rev G Lamb is reported worse with influenza after several days of illness.

Niket Janeriad Mary Elizabeted Tucker Lamb Ingrippe

Slick as Soap Swindler Claims Indian apolis Scamspan

A swindler posing as an agent for an Indianapolis soap company operated across Indiana Ohio Michigan and Iowa. He took orders for soap with a two dollar payment plus a fine china dinner set promised. Purchasers paid half upfront and waited for non arriving soap. company says the man is a swindler and denies any connection.

Indiana Ohio Michigan Iowa Indianapolis

Mr and Mrs John Fey in the Sunny South

A letter from brother-in-law Fey written from Orleans Provida describes the enjoyable scenery and arrival of the Fey party. They note quiet days with Will Pex and family and plan to return home in May after a possible trip to Cuba. The letter mentions orange blossoms in a cluster.

MR. and Mrs. John Fey Noahoer Bradford Thes Itelaw Delat Fey Orlane Provida Mr. Pex Miss Athakes Dafrer Will Pex Tavine Diane Miragal Cube Rcy Olivlast

Peru Woman Arthur Plotener Aids in Law Days Visit

Mes Arthur Plotener of Peru arrived here yesterday and will be a guest at the home of her sister Mrs Hawkins for a law days.

Arthur Plotener Peru Diana Blo Hawkins

Dunlap Farm Survey Underway Near City

A land survey of the Dunlap farm behind the city started yesterday. Prospective buyers include Charles Lilie of East Connersville and Herman Lilie of Daven wort Town. The irregular tract may yield five dollars an acre, with a wedge shaped leftover land likely to be freed for future dwellings. The remainder will stay in farming. road work is planned for spring once funds are available.

Charles Lilie East Connersvile Herman Lilie Davenwort

State geologist Blatchley badly injured near Russellville

Indiana state geologist W S Blatchley crawled a half mile with a broken right leg and torn tendons after slipping on ice while visiting Morton Fordyce near Russellville. He reached a farmhouse fence and was helped to a railroad station. Dr. David Ross treated him in Indianapolis.

Indianapolis Star W. S. Blatchley Indiana Russellville Indianapolis Blatchley David Ross

Post Office Postpones Renewal Rule for Weekly Papers

A 1980s post office ruling requires weekly paper subscribers to renew within a year after expiration or be dropped from the list. Delinquent customers face higher rates and possible discontinuation after two years of no payment. Publishers must adjust practices to avoid loss of subscribers and revenue.

Postoffice Department Serms Postotiee Amean Phas

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