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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1908
Page
6
The article notes a July 14 election date for ten Commercial Club directors chosen from a long list of 43 nominees. It describes a proposed two-ticket system with Reds and Blues, a blindfolded drawing idea, and rules: no proxies, each member signs the ballot, and the top five receive two-year terms while the rest serve one year.
The Day farm of about seven hundred acres near Laurel was sold to an Indianapolis company after the tuberculosis hospital project failed to secure the site. The buyers plan a fine summer resort with a main structure styled like an old English castle. W. J. Day reportedly received $3,000 more than his final offer, and the deal is described as closed with buyers said to be men of capital.
Chicago reports 71 killed and 2,624 injured nationwide as Fourth of July celebrations yield the worst toll since 1899. The fatalities exceed last year's level, while injuries fall short of 1907 totals, suggesting rising support for safer Fourth observances.
Mrs. W. F. Heathman of Clintonville Kentucky says Bourbon Poultry Cure is the only remedy that cures sick turkeys after trying several others. Sold by Edwards Murray Druggists in Connersville Indiana.
A. Estes of Wyandotte Kentucky reports his hogs were sick unable to eat and suffering violent scours. After using Bourbon Hog Cholera Remedy they recovered quickly. Additional reader note from Connersville Indiana.
Eddie Carter departed for St Paul to join the American Association team. He will undergo a thorough tryout and supporters expect strong play. Some fans compare him to Gwen Bush of Indianapolis, while Cy Young may be recalled to fill his Hoosier spot.
The Dawson Bros Wild West Show plans a grand street parade at 10 a m on July 4 in Dawson city. Trained horses dogs ponies lariat throws rope spinning rifle shooting and bucking horses will perform with admission 10 and 15 cents.
William H. Campbell sues Lidda Campbell for absolute divorce in Fayette Circuit Court alleging cruel and inhuman treatment. He notes marriage occurred in April and separated in May, with claims of meal neglect and vile language. Campbell resides in Fairview township. Lidda is now in Indiana.
The town, after voting dry, closed three saloons and disposed of liquor. A former saloon keeper plans to open a billiard room in the former saloon space, storing excess liquor upstairs. Activists question legality and Prosecutor Jessup may open an investigation into possible Blind Tiger violations.
Charles KE Patton of Lynchburg Ohio and Miss Mary A Mettel of this city secured a marriage license last evening and were married by Rev J C Burkhardt at the Christian church parsonage this morning. The ceremony was simple with a few close friends in attendance. Patton, a bakery proprietor, will make their home in Lynchburg and they left by noon train for Hamilton to stay with relatives for a week or more.
Secretary McCready received a letter and circular from the National Apple Show promoters. The event will be held in Spokane Washington from December 7 to 12. Premiums totaling twenty five thousand dollars will be distributed to exhibitors.
Visitors rallied with four runs in the ninth, aided by ragged fielding. Other scores include Miamisburg 7 Connersville 2 Shamrocks 6 Middletown 2 Shilohs 7 Queen City.
In a high scoring contest at White Water park the Hoosiers lost to Miami 14 to 6 as Dix and Becker led Indiana with multi hit efforts. Maxfield and Hanna delivered pivotal hits including a bases loaded triple by Hanna fueling the decisive late innings for Miami. The locals, led by captain Becker, head next to Middletown to meet the Middies as Becker tops the league batting list.
Indiana market reports list wheat No 2 red at 86c No 2 corn 7c to 9c. Cattle hogs sheep and lambs prices vary by city. Cincinnati Chicago New York and Buffalo quotations show mixed grain values and livestock prices with receipts noted in hogs cattle and sheep.
Readers report instant relief from catarrh bronchitis hay fever and asthma after using Hyomei with the pocket inhaler. Advertises a $1 outfit and 50 cent extra bottles with a money back guarantee.
Fayette Circuit Court of Fayette County Indiana appoints William Beocchilther as administrator of the estate of Emery H. Moffett deceased. The dated notice is signed by clerk Wat. Be. Sparks with the court seal. Dated June 17, 1908.
Administrator with will annexed of John J. Simmons deceased announces sale by Fayette Circuit Court order. Public sale July 11 at 2 p.m. at decedent's residence of Lot 15 in Newkirk Add and Lots 23 26 27 in Junkin Add Connersville. Terms: one third cash, balance in two equal notes due within 12 months bearing 1 percent interest. Tax and alley improvement liens apply. WILLIAM BEochiltree Admr with will annexed June 7 24 July 10
Public health notice cautions against catarrh remedies containing mercury. It warns mercury damages smell and mucous surfaces and should only be used by prescription from reputable physicians. The document references Halls Catarrh Cure from J Cheney & Co Toledo Ohio and sales details.
Fayette Circuit Court October Term hears final settlement by Daniel M linking and William J Hauntings Jr as executors for the estate of William J Hanking deceased. The heirs creditors and legatees must appear October 11 to show cause why the account vouchers and distribution should not be approved. Court clerk Wiersess presides at Connersville in Fayette County.
The Common Council of Connersville Indiana on June 1st adopted a resolution to improve parts of Oak Street extending from Fifth Street to the railway right of way with cement sidewalks and grading width changes. A section of Virginia Avenue near Contract Avenue and Nineteenth Street will receive a combined cement curb and gutter with sewer inlets. Public objections may be heard at 7:30 PM on July 1st in the Council chamber.
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