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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1911
Page
3
The Times presents a segment titled The Select List of Indiana Newspapers highlighting entries within the Indiana press. The compilation showcases various titles and notices likely of local or regional interest, reflecting the era's print distribution.
Senator Bristow of Kansas suggests moving the national capital to a more central location. He lists reasons Washington lacks fitness as the seat, noting growth makes removal more plausible. He argues building costs in Washington are a major obstacle, but sectional wealth could support relocation.
The piece rails at Congressman Finly Gray for avoiding votes and dodging questions of importance. It argues he should stay in the House and face responsibility, warning that seeking escape would not impress the public or his supporters. It notes pressure from allies who want him to align with Democrats.
Col Garrard of Port Mexer Vir minis faced censure from President Taft after remarks targeting Jews and allegations of snobbery. A semic investigation was ordered to determine if the senator Shively or other officials misused power, with officials urged to explain choices and cite corroborating evidence.
A fragmented report notes dissatisfaction with the Constitution amid a 600 vote majority and exiles returning home. Governor Alurshall criticizes enemies and questions methods, while Senator Bristow of Kansas supports moving the U S capital to Indiana, stirring national debate.
Middle aged and elderly people urged to use Foley Kidney Pills for quick and permanent results in all cases of kidney and bladder troubles. The pills are described as containing ingredients to regulate and strengthen kidney and bladder action and are promoted as a tonic with rapid results through Owl Pharmacy.
Cambridge City reports the death of Mrs Harriet Carpenter eighty four widow of Tolbert Carpenter at her Germantown home. Funeral arrangements are set for Tuesday afternoon at her residence.
Dr Judd urged education as a practical force in society as 31 graduates received diplomas at City High School. He cited German educational expansion and Studebaker’s $10,000 annual library program as examples linking schooling to industry and progress. Superintendent Wilson presented the diplomas and thanked community supporters.
Prof Wilson commends factories, merchants, bankers, and business leaders for opening doors and sharing information. He cites broader and deeper study with practical aims, and thanks the Art Educational Association the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Council of Clubs for direct help to schools.
Cardinal Gibbons declares Mormonism and divorce, flawed education, Sabbath desecration, frauds in finance, and legal delays in criminals' sentences as the five greatest dangers to American civilization. He links greed and inequality to these moral declines in a Baltimore interview marking his ordination anniversary.
Students in a Connersville school conducted a census of street trees by street, classifying trees by species, noting good and defective specimens, and evaluating suitability for local conditions to guide future planting decisions.
Conclusions report about 2,000 street trees in Connersville across 35 varieties. One fourth defective overall, half of the plantings are silver maples, with about one fourth of silver maples defective. North Carolina poplar and sugar maple also widely planted with notable defect rates. Recommend more Norway and red maples and other hardy species, and fewer silver maple and North Carolina poplar.
A testimonial from L. McConnell of Elmira New York praises Foley Kidney Remedy for chronic kidney and bladder issues. The speaker credits two bottles as highly effective and declares it the most reliable kidney medicine I have ever taken. Owl Pharmacy is listed in the notice.
Mrs. Alice Luscomb of Lockland Ohio arrives for a week long visit with her daughter Mrs. John Fischer in East Coanersville.
Public invited to attend the Contention school reunion to be held at the Contention school next Friday. The program includes invocations, songs, addresses, recitations and reminiscences by former pupils and teachers. A basket lunch is encouraged for a pleasant day with old Contention pupils from fifty years ago.
Shelbyville residents vote to ease seining under state fish laws with three to five wardens per township. Deputy commissioner Jacob Sottong assures commitment to liberty within law and bass spawning ban May 15 to June 1 by wardens supervising illegal gear. Local meeting at council chamber solidifies agreement with Fish and Game Commission aims.
A tornado swept through Wayne and nearby areas Sunday, damaging crops and farm property worth thousands. High winds toppled trees and wrecked a home in Mountain City, flooding streets. a baptism ceremony was halted as a violent electrical discharge followed the storm. A 98 year old man, Wade Curry, was submerged during the event and fled to safety as residents scrambled for shelter.
A record of expenses approved by the Board of Commissioners for February 1911. Items include lumber, stock food, labor, coal, jail disinfectant, insurance, adding machine, printing, postage, and site maintenance charges across Asylum and courthouse facilities. Names mentioned include Conner sville entities and M A Starr with several service and mileage fees.
Miata M M Rhodes transfers three acres to Clinton Eads in Clarkison township for 300. First National Bank transfers a city lot to William Jones for 1008. Marion Baker sells a city lot to Anthony Locke for 1250. McFarlan Realty Company sells to Joseph Fries Jr a city lot for 380. Farmers and Merchants Trust transfers a city lot to Harley Holmes for 1400. Clara Sherwood sells a city lot to Albert Bell for 500. Alden Reese and wife transfer a city lot to William Fallen and wife for 1850. Agnes Ward sells to W H Seal a city lot for 100. James McCann transfers a city lot to George Douglas for 75.50. Allie Rose transfers a city lot to Cleo Rose for 1500.
An old advertisement offers a one hundred dollar reward for an incurable catarrh case, cites endorsements from Walding Kinnon & Marvin, and Haig's Catarrh Cure promotes internal action on blood and mucous surfaces with testimonials, price five cents per bottle and sale by druggists.
We thank friends and neighbors for kindness during illness and after the death of our husband and father V. Iammarino. Gratitude to those who sent flowers, pallbearers, Rev T B Mesker and all who helped at the funeral. Signed Mrs. P Tammarino Mr. and Mrs. P Mancini.
Fayette Circuit Court May term 1911 final settlement filed by administrator Benjamin F. Thieband for the estate of August J Pepper deceased to be examined June 17 1911 in Connersville Indiana. Heirs creditors and legatees must appear and show cause why account vouchers and distribution should not be approved. Clerk WM EK Sparks seal May 26 1921.
Notice to non residents of Indiana Fayette County in the Fayette Circuit Court October Term 1912 Mary Castleman files divorce complaint against Arthur J Castleman non resident. defendants required to appear October 8 1911 or answer to avoid hearing in absence. Clerk William E Sparks signs.
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