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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1911
Page
1
Northern county presents an assessment puzzle to the state board of tax commissioners. The board declines to rule and sends the matter to the county attorney. The assessor questions a farm owner who loans money to neighbors and uses mortgage exemptions to avoid taxes. The case raises questions on legality and tax avoidance.
The Cincinnati based C H and D plans a Grand avenue improvement with a contract bid due Thursday. A railway contractor surveyed the site to price teams labor and lumber and will file the bid at H and D headquarters by Thursday next.
A report describes John Cassarine sustaining serious injuries after a collapse. The condition is described as unstable but improving with time, with authorities noting a period of unconsciousness and subsequent regained awareness.
The outlaw Hugh Whitney killed a man and wounded four others during a holdup and arrest in Monida and Idaho area. Victims include railroad conductor William R. Kidd and deputy sheriff Samuel Melton. others wounded were Edgar McGill and Reuben Scott and constable Robert Oley. Posses form across eastern Idaho with state guard consideration. Blackfoot Indians aiding the hunt. Whitney fled toward between Idaho Falls and Blackfoot after the Monida incident where he shot a police officer while in custody.
The text explains Venus can be seen in daylight and at noon if you know where to look. It describes Venus as the evening star after sunset, bright in the west, and explains it is farthest from the Sun, shining by reflected light.
Nannie Simpson longtime resident of North Central avenue died about one o clock today after months of illness. A Connersville native daughter of Thomas Burton she was married to William Simpson who died eight years ago. One daughter Mary Jackson cared for her and was with her at the end. She was active in the Episcopal church and the Woman’s Relief Corps. Her loss is keenly felt by friends and neighbors.
Rushville reports a surge in home grown potato crops may be short lived as available supplies dwindle quickly. Local growers warn weather and harvest timing could limit fresh spuds, prompting buyers to snap up early.
Dan Wanee was injured this morning at his Sycamore Street home while cranking an automobile. The crank kicked back, throwing him forward, his head struck a radiator and he sustained a deep gash. A physician was called and several stitches were needed.
An article from The Elementary School Teacher presents the city topic The Children. It includes carefully prepared tables and pith of the article, read with extreme care and skill. The content highlights handwriting of school children as a focus of the issue.
A father who recently spoke to Police Chief E E Lewis asked that his son's name be added to the list of individuals forbidden to buy liquor from saloons and druggists. He cited that sobriety brings peace at home while drunkenness causes trouble, and admitted his own drinking contributed to the issue. He noted no evidence that dealers ignore such notices.
In a brief from the court, ten Ulgnares enter pleas tied to the case referencing the attacker. The proceedings hinge on trust allegations and connected charges, with defense and prosecution outlining their positions.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference an inspecting road project and an associated board of officials. Details are unclear but imply a discussion or excursion related to road funding or maintenance. Further readable text required for precise summary.
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