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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1906
Page
1
Train No. 88 traveling west between Brownsville and the high bridge loses a drive rod end when a ramp breaks. Gravel scatters on the cars. a running board tears away and a piston rod bends. The train halts safely and resumes after another engine is attached, with passengers shaken but unharmed.
Milton residents along with Connersville and other supporters push for an interurban line to Milton with Richmond access. The News notes work on the line is moving ahead with no delay, aided by local farmers and men of means willing to fund the project. Further developments are expected soon.
Congressman Watson secures an amendment demanding a commission travel abroad to inspect immigration conditions and report to Congress. If the Senate approves a study commission, Speaker Cannon would nominate Watson as member and chair of the House side, potentially sending him to major European capitals during 1907. It remains uncertain if he would accept.
Connersville plans a special train to Hamilton for a game against the Hamilton Krebs as SL Whittridge joins the Dusseldorfers after announcing he will not pitch for Connersville this season. Managers prepare lineups for Colts and Uptowns while Lash comments on his treatment and future.
Two boys missing from Romes, last seen leaving home in East Connersville area yesterday morning. One boy may be in the custody of probation officer Meek and could be sent to Reform School. police warn of vigilante actions against those suspected of harming livestock.
Judge Claude Cambern and Chief Engineer Moore announce a slight amendment to the street railway route through the city. The proposed ditching near the canal allows a more gradual curve and builder crews begin work next Tuesday morning. Further eastward route details remain undecided and will be settled soon.
Alvin Moor as receiver sues Riley Males and others as stockholders in the Yunet association alleging withdrawals after liquidation on November date and seeking 15000 for the amount withdrawn plus six percent interest. The suit cites prior Sexton defense as context and references a prior acquittal of Gates Sexton.
Shortly before midnight a traveler, described as belonging to the tourist fraternity, attempted to board a moving freight train on the . & D. line east of town. He lost his hold and the wheel passed over his left hand, severing the little finger and badly injuring the ring finger and palm. He was taken to Fayette Sanitarium where Dr Everett Hamilton treated the wounds with about thirty stitches. He remains at the Sanitarium recovering from the shock, having been seen around town yesterday.
Miss Carrie Gwinup a Walker restaurant waitress on West Fitch Street was painfully scalded on arms and hands when a kettle of hot water spilled after the handle overheated causing her to slip and fall. She rests at home on Seventh Street hoping to return to duty in a week.
County Assessor William T. Murray, injured by a hammock fall Sunday and believed recovering, grew ill today from a sinking spell. Family feared the worst but he rallied and was resting easily at 3 o clock.
An electrical storm last night caused water to pour through the roof over the jail. Sheriff Jeffrey noted no prior leaks there and suspected a lightning strike may have shattered slate. A workman was ordered to inspect and repair the damage.
Miss Alma McWhorter of this city and Edward Thornton of Elkhart spent Sunday in Brookville visiting friends.
Sam H. Joseph of the Robinson Amusement Company met city interests to arrange the Mid-summer Carnival for the week of July 9. He promised high grade attractions and moral entertainment and noted a location for the carnival had not yet been chosen.
Poles are now up on the Donville extension of the traction line, marking progress on the project as crews advance the route. The installation signals a development phase in the expansion, with work continuing toward expected service milestones.
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