Rush county debates jury made up of colored citizens
Rushville Democrat reports discussion in Rush county on using a jury of Black citizens for the trial of Leslie Bundrant alias Grubbs and Mrs. Charles Coleman in the Bush circuit court in April. Reports from Rentucks allege Grubbs killed three men, one gravely wounded. Locals argue a jury of their race could deliver the proper justice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rus County
Rushville
Leslie Bundrant
Grubbs
Charles Coleman
Bush Circuit Court
Rentucks
Ioo
Rush County
Wisconsin Farmers Lobby for Phone Exchange Amid Service Complaints
Harrisburg area residents push for a telephone exchange to link with an independent line, aiming to improve rural service. Connersville manager Frazee offers to extend rural lines if exchange access and phones are provided, while customers complain of poor reliability and high costs under current arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alan
Harrisburg
Delta Doveia
Frazee
Connersville
Gentlemer
Geneva Point
Byer
Nfac
Sar Wolout
Peronosiian
Hever Ds
Harristaes Netoiharhoud
Qui Township Schools End About April 3 Year
The article notes Qui Township schools will close around April 3 as county superintendent Trasier gears up for the busy end of term. It describes exams, commencement, and staff duties for rural district oversight and year-end preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qui Townshp
Carpenters Union Forming As Talks Progress
Reports indicate carpenters in the area are forming a union with a charter said to be issued. Wage demands are cited at 34 cents per hour, with earlier pay scales ranging from 20 to 50 cents. The move is linked to a Central Labor Union drive and similar efforts target dry goods and clothing clerks.
Fayette County Sunday School Convention Program 1908
The program from First Baptiste Church Connersville outlines a March 20 1908 county Sunday school convention with morning and afternoon sessions. Topics include Evangelism in the Sunday School and The Training of the Child For Christian Service. Delegates urged at least three per school and to bring notebooks and prayerful minds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deventiona
L.D. Moore
Eo W. Halpenny
Mail order advertising strips buyers from local shops
Merchants spend thousands weekly to compete with home mail order houses. Customers within 25 miles know what is for sale and at what prices, while up to date ads lure business. Describe each item with price and present a compelling local ad approach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qrail
Evening News
Daring wholesale robbery targets City garment house
The New Castle Courier reports a bold Saturday night theft at Gew Garment store on Broad Street. Thieves, a man and woman, stole an estimated 300 dollars to 1000 dollars in tailored garments and millinery, breaking in by tearing a screen and forcing a window. The crime notes the burglars studied and escaped unnoticed. Separately, Mrs. Ollie Stra deve Mes Nichols and Miss Bess Spark Widely kawata were married at the M. E. Parsonage on East Connersville Street with Rev. Dolis Machban presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Castle Courier
Gew
Broad Street
Bursheys
Piu Tremlor
Gert Canvayent
Ollie Stradeve
Kathe Goodnan
Geedimen
Ber Cole
Miss Bess
Othe Miia
M. FE
Connersville
Ren. Dolis Machban
Cate
Expression of Gratitude and Final Thanks
A note of thanks from MES Williambesborough expresses gratitude for the kindness and contrition of $71.10 received in memory of the late husband. The message honors supporters and acknowledges the generosity from friends and neighbors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willi Besborough
Dangers of Pneumonia Warned by Local Ad
An advertisement warns that a neglected cold can lead to fatal pneumonia and lung weakness, encouraging Foley's Honey and Tar as the remedy to stop coughs and strengthen lungs, preventing pneumonia and aiding recovery from grippe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. O. McBerman & San
Harry Ross Tells Billy Sunday On Callais Ball Player Preacher
Harry Ross discusses the Callais ball player preacher with Billy Sunday. Ross claims a large crowd heard exhortations at Decauiir and cites support from ministers and crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Ross
Billy
Hirrey Hiss
Susuibe
Sundiaire
Prnecotus
Hitnais
Tadkes
Terestimedy
Callais
Ste. Ross
Decauiir
CIA Ordinges
USA
Orino Laxative Syrups Promises Clear Complexion
The ad touts Orino laxative syrups as gentle and pleasant to use for women and children, claiming it clears pimples and blotches without gripping or sickening. It markets itself as superior to pills and harsher laxatives, suitable for regular use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plonmineh
Lowell
O. Mcftengan & Aa
Wheat Prospects Reported Good in Local Survey
A fragmented note describes wheat prospects as good with mentions of growers and local markets. References to weather, crops, and voting themes appear amid garbled phrases and stray names, indicating a damaged OCR page with scattered agricultural and civic context.
Powder Mulls At Unton Blow Up Miata
The report describes a powder explosion at Unton involving a Miata and a string of unclear references. It notes deaths and injuries among multiple unnamed individuals and mentions affected sites and authorities investigating the incident.
Obituary Notice of Ward and Family In Madi Street
A damaged obituary fragment recalls Ward, a resident of Madis street area, tied to community remodeling in Corrersville. It notes illness, patience, faith in God, and a quiet, peaceful passing at home with relatives nearby. The text mentions Marian widow and a brother Stinger, with vague references to future memorials and home life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bert
Mulbawa
Lavett
Tre
Caugermville
Tethard
Marian
Venus
Dhis
Hite
Ztan Ab
Haveb
Mase Corrersville
Bere
Hera
Aaa
Ward
Por Sabe Second Peso Crisis Shifts Markets
A garbled text fragment references a peso issue and cash or credit conditions and a call to action. The readable parts suggest an economic briefing on currency and financial terms with unclear specifics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cathy
West Cob convention plans Wednesday debate and Sunday sessions
The county convention of the West Cob ob will be held Wednesday and Friday with a meeting at the Baptist church. An invitation urges all AG members to attend the event and officials will preside. A candidate contest is planned with Rass Pearce of Casaea among the contenders and welcoming remarks by WAN Bo PEE SV ARLE, Co. Pies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Taft
PNG
Raft
Muirbanks
Hughes
New York
Pennsylvania
Hainois
Ohio Brin
Tapanoway
Roosevelt
Coutdy
Wmotdav Everlos
Rass Pearce
Casaea
Beery
SV Arle
Pies
Legal Lights in Old Connersville
A 1949 account recalls early lawyers in Connersville Indiana, focusing on Oliver Stith Caleb Boo Smith and Samuel W. Parker. It describes their temperaments and courtroom styles, notable incidents, and connections to state politics and federal service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
LEGAL
Connersville
Eviter
Conniersville
Oniver Tf
Stith
Payette
Gud Tee
States Senate
Oliver Staif
Lawas
Caleb Boo Smith
Samuel W. Parker
Parker
Yanheetow
Dartes
Teddy
MNP
Caleb Be
Bagnad
Tines Smith
Also Mentioned on This Page
Righten Wesconsin
Lal’ollette Tata
Wisconsin
Chaiono
Trasier
Conwisville
Ubheni
Deane
Wade
Carpenters Union
Phat
of the
Fayette County Sunday School
First Baptiste Church
New Castle
Cole
Cure OP
Demanes
Decadéne
Che
Ebistin Gorowel
Jost
Pablo Wigo
Eble Vet
Aisty Figueot
Miata
Coalorneans
Vivek
Wis As
Dite
Wlole. E. Convention
Russia
Dorothy Docet
Oxfords For Ladies
Blucher
Pratt’s Shoe Store
Central Ave
Connersville, Ind
AL Berstate
Jemison
Mir. Meeker
Bathes
Hamcolg Ape
Interjord
Iis
Dting
Indianapolis
Bear Tromble
James Raviden
Cambridge Cin
Connegvsville
Raviden
Martin M. Ray
Keeteston
Ray
Senate
Yoors, Coc
Memreer
Pirendias
Irding News
Bodega
Foo
Jouayn
Reneliime
Comsideretien
Bac
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!