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Newspaper
Connersville Times
Location
Connersville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1908
Page
5
Obituary notes the death of Samuel W. Perk of Pemocratic politics and prominent business ties on West Seventh Street. Born February 4th in 40, he led Crown Clothing House and various ventures, earning universal respect in the community.
Readable fragments describe a table, dates, times and names though many words are obscured. The piece suggests a public notice or event schedule with scattered numbers and references, but key details remain unclear due to corrupted OCR.
A fragmented public notice discusses the Fayette Free Fair with remarks on prohibition and farm products. It references water and land use issues, dairy separations, and a call for readers to send the Evening News. The piece includes signatures and stray editorial asides.
Thos A Colter continues to deal in the best grades of Stroup and domestic coal as a mine agent. The latest addition to Connersville’s firm is Phos A Colter formerly of Cincinnati, now partnering with L M Van Hart.
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung troubles is declared not to contain opiates or harmful drugs under the Pure Food and Drug Law. S. O. McKennan & Son recommend it as a safe remedy for children and adults.
A woman named Miss Millie Doney, visiting, was crossing a street when a trolley struck her causing a severed leg injury and necessitating amputation. Her seven year old niece witnessed the incident as the wheels caused further harm. Police and doctors attended, and inquiries are ongoing.
A marked diary style statement details alleged abuse by a woman against a man, claiming property theft and coercive behavior. The author asserts false accusations of assault were made and pleads for mercy, describing continual harassment and loss of belongings but denies harming the accuser.
In Shelbyville the Indiana Conference of the Methodist church adopted strong resolutions supporting county local option. Governor R. DePravk Handy addressed ministers amid fervent support as temperance sentiment rose, while Rev Virgil Pevis led a prayer urging victory over the liquor traffic and urging legislators to act.
In a local notice, Barnard announces its closure in Wayne County. The obituary section recalls the late Mr and Mrs Walker and notes a funeral at Maui Street residence with interment at Lyons Station.
Hon. Ernest M. Pollard of Lincoln Nebraska spoke at Odd Fellows Hall presenting facts on public questions and contrasting the two parties. The address praised by Republicans for its thorough analysis and urged preparation for November's election despite Pollard's headache. Maniove's band provided opening music.
Letters remaining in the Connersville Indiana post office for the week ending September. Persons calling for sale will please say advertised. Names appear: Mio Bahen Mis Marthe Coot forest Raton Mive Cattuering bedperch fees AL BL Hilock Misa AMiiade dea Guard Thomas Poe Woo Robbins MULES K. MOFFETT, P. M.
A speaker at the Jordanville NY Library dedication argues that a future American boy must be self supporting and uphold self respect to avoid harming the republic. He warns against equating smartness with deceit and urges parents to guide sons toward integrity and responsibility.
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