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Newspaper

Connersville Times

Location

Connersville, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1911

Page

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Burglar Foiled by Buckley Where Shoes Vanished in Eastern Ave

Mr and Mrs F I Buckley woke about three to a prowler attempting to enter their home on Eastern avenue Buckley signaling with a window shot but his revolver was not at hand The intruder fled after Buckley’s brief search The burglar escaped leaving a pair of shoes near the porch Also noted is the death of Orville Lemmon and family reports on Thomas Lark and Efthia Thomas in the Center district with unclear details.

F. I. Buckley Eastern Avenue Mr. Buckley Buckley Joors

Old Hydraulic to Be Re Harnessed for Power

E D Johnston announces a new company will re harness the old hydraulic works to produce electric power and light. Two plants planned at the old water works site and near Uhl Snider Housing mills with modern water wheels and generators plus a 400 HP oil engine auxiliary. Feeder dam and locks will be repaired to ensure steady water flow. new incorporation to be formed with Johnston likely a major stockholder.

Hydraulic Company E. D. Johnston Johnston Water Works Uhl & Snider

Severe windstorm hits city with live wire hazard

A morning windstorm struck the city around five o'clock with west winds up to high speeds. Trees shed limbs and leaves while an electrical display and heavy rain followed. A live wire detached near Nineteenth and Virginia Avenue causing unease but no damage.

Nineteenth and Virginia Avenue

Rushville craps raid attracts police action and arrests

A Rushville raid on a local craps game led to police intervention as eight men were arrested and several others fled or were identified. Authorities faced concerns about violence and possible retaliation, with owners fearing dangerous outcomes and the scene being under close scrutiny thereafter.

Rushville Riverside Park O'Clork Wolters Yaltatiia Tan Imaddys

Candy Salesman Wehrly Missing From Richmond

Unusual disappearance reported in Richmond as B. F. Wehrly, traveling salesman for Richmond Candy, has been missing since Monday after leaving early that morning for Logansport and Muncie. Company officials say no financial motive or outstanding accounts explain the absence.

Richmond B. F. Wehrly Richmond Candy Company Richmond Palladium Logantaville Muncie

Burglars Reported in Paloville Area

Fragmented OCR notes describe a burglary with unclear details involving names, locations, and times in Paloville. No complete actions or suspects are identifiable from the readable text.

John M. Carters Wrist Fractured in Farm Wagon Accident

John M. Carters wrist fractured in a farm wagon incident on his west city farm last evening when he slipped while climbing to the seat. He stood with a foot on the hub and the other on the wheel tire, the blow across the steel rim causing the severe injury and a painful groan.

John M. Carter Aundown Rai

William H Butcher, Civil War Veteran, Passes Away in Greencastle

William H. Butcher, father of Chas E Butcher, longtime resident of Greencastle and Civil War veteran, died last Sunday after more than a decade of service in Connoraville. He spent years employed at Indian Furniture and left behind several children from a former marriage. Local friends recall his community involvement and steady companionship.

Greencastle William H. Butcher Ohio Connoraville Hut

Lightning Kills Valuable Horse on P. J. Bilby Farm

A young horse owned by P. J. Bilby west of the city was killed by a lightning bolt yesterday afternoon as it stood under a small tree in a pasture. Nearby stock escaped unharmed as the storm subsided.

P. J. Bilby

Adjourned Term Delays Hamilton Versus Brown Estate Case

The adjourned term of court opens with little action as the case of Alex Hamilton versus the estate of Alex Brown is continued to next Monday. Plaintiff’s attorney is L. L. Rhoaddus. defense by Wiley & Springer.

Hamilton Brown Alex Hamilton Alex Brown L. L. Rhoaddus Wilea & Springer

Harris Arrest and Jail Time After intoxication charge

Harris was arrested last night after a scuffle in the alley near Fit street. Officer Crute wrestled a revolver from him and Harris fought to resist. He pleaded guilty to public intoxication and was fined 25 dollars plus 10 dollars costs, with 35 days to serve and a pending additional charge. a trial was set for later today.

Harris East Fit Street Remington Stig Crute Hurria Mater

Republican Meeting Sparks Conjecture Over County Chair

In Madison County a gathering of GOP members sparked discussion on leadership while Mr. Goodrich served as party chair. The unruly event raised questions about party organization and the road ahead for local Republicans.

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