Gov Jeff Davis noted as a crack shot and sportsman
The report highlights Gov. Jeff Davis’s reputation as a skilled marksman and member of the Arkansas State Sportsmen’s Association. He attended the state school at Pine Bluff on Tuesday, while other items mention Fd Botsford’s work in Jeffersonville Indiana and a planned packet steamer for Arkansas River trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeff Davis
Arkansas State Sportsmen's Association
Pine Bluff
Botsford
Little Rock
Jeffersonville
Ind
Unusual Little Rock Trial On Anti Gambling Law
In Little Rock a saloon keeper Bob Furth was arrested for violating the anti gambling law but a Justice of the Peace jury acquitted him, ruling the law unconstitutional. State Capitol Commissioners met to decide if the Capitol can be built for not more than 1 million dollars, with about 80 thousand available now. They will refer plans to a new architect and reconvene next month to determine feasibility and possible cuts to the design.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Court
J. P
Little Rock
Bob Furth
Justice of the Peace
State Capitol
Mann
Springfield Notes Public and high schools open summer term
The public and high school, led by W. A. Berry principal and Mrs. Ida Camp assistant, opened its summer term on Tuesday. L. F. Cureton visited Conway on Wednesday. Professor Mitchell, a Conway music teacher, bought the Loomis residence and will move to our city soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Berry
Ida Camp
L. F. Cureton
Conway
Mitchell
Loomis
Our City
Little Rock Democrat
For Sale Residence of Stonewall Anderson in Conway
Authorized sale of the residence property in Conway occupied by G. O. Agee. Includes four and two half lots, a good six room house, a barn, and an excellent well of never failing water. Listing agent H. H. Propst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stonewall Anderson
Conway
G. O. Agee
H. H. Propst
Diverse 1904 News Items Span Politics Crime and Health
The report surveys varied events including the Democratic convention prelims in Ohio, cattle plague in the Delta, Gen. Stickles ill in Pleasantville, a Denver murder and assault, a confession by a farm hand, Dawes praising bank prosperity, Chinese claims against the U S government, New York GOP backing Odell, Jessie Morrison’s penitentiary sentence, Carnegie’s ongoing philanthropy, and a Clarksville Texas fire causing heavy losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawes
Wu Ting Fang
Butte, Mont
New York
Odell
Roosevelt
Faulkner Circuit Court Adjourns After Week of Activity
The Faulkner circuit court adjourned Wednesday afternoon after a session of a little over a week. Criminal docket items included Hugh Wilson fined $50 for carrying a pistol, John Harrod fined $50 for assault, Nathaniel Thompson sentenced to one year in the penitentiary, Peyton Harrell appealing a $2 fine from Conway mayor's court, and James King acquitted of murder. Civil docket entries show decisions affirming the probate court, judgments for defendants in two cases, and one judgment for the plaintiff in a separate suit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faulkner
State
Hugh Wilson
John Harrod
Nathaniel Thompson
Peyton Harrell
Conway
Supreme Court
James King
Farm for sale with 90 acres and orchard in Conway Ark
90 acre farm with two good houses two wells outbuildings and a well kept orchard of peaches apples pecans and walnuts offered at a very low price. Mrs Elnora Livingston Conway Arkansas listed as contact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elnora Livingston
Conway
Ark
Chadwick Fourth Observed Amid Light Yields and Praise
A cooling shower blessed Chadwick’s Fourth as crops endure likely low yields without better weather. School opens July 1 with hoped for attendance. H L Martin relocates to Mayflower after excellent work as road district 3 overseer. J F Martin weds Nannie Pruett June 30. Picnickers enjoyed swings dancing and a minor disturbance from John Barleycorn. Andrews and Dillon fished Green Lake last Wednesday reporting a fine catch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chadwick
H. L. Martin
Mayflower
Conway
J. F. Martin
Nannie Pruett
Otto
J. M. Jeffries
W. R. Andrews
W. A. Dillon
Green Lake
Igor
Drought Dampens Crops and Community Activities
The drought has nearly ruined crops with corn and garden losses and poor fruit prospects while the wheat crop fared better though planted sparingly. Sunday marked a gala day for New Liberty children with recitations songs and a sermon by Rev. P H Glover. The article notes the death of Frank Reddick’s youngest child from cholera infantum and mentions local illnesses J L Vaughn and Joe Graddy Jr being unwell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Children of
New Liberty
B. F. Lackey
Ed Fulmer
P. H. Glover
Greenbrier
J. M. C. Vaughter
Frank Reddick
Reddick
Vilonia Holiness Camp Meeting Opens July 26
The third annual Holiness camp meeting at Vilonia opens July 26 and runs through August 6 led by L L Pickett and L O Adams with J N Sropson listed in support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vilonia
L. L. Pickett
L. O. Adams
J. N. Sropson
Lost sorrel gelding, 14 hands in Preston Arkansas
One sorrel male about 14 hands high with white specks in the forehead. Owner may reclaim by proving property and paying charges. G. W. Goan, Preston, Arkansas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Goan
Preston, Ark
Faulkner County Grand Jury Report Clears Officials
The Faulkner Circuit Court grand jury, after nine days and 163 subpoenas, returned 34 indictments. It notes decreased grave crimes but many misdemeanors by youths, praises the county’s Poor Farm, jail conditions, road work, and bridge safety, and commends county officials for their public trust.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Faulkner
Farris
J. H. Bariey
Boschee's German Syrup Proclaimed Best Cough Remedy
An advertisement extols Boschee's German Syrup as the sole cure for severe coughs and lung troubles. It claims the remedy heals tissues, destroys germ disease, soothes inflammation, aids ex pectoration, and ensures restful sleep, with druggist endorsements worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boschee
Reunion of Ex Federal Soldiers At Holna July 24 25
Ex federal soldiers from this and neighboring counties plan a two day reunion at Holna on July 24 and 25. Organizers invite veterans to attend events and gatherings. Local officials support the meeting and safety arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hnola
Solid Cuevee Silver Tableware Promises Long Wear
An advertisement touts Solid Cuevee Silver as a durable alloy rivaling sterling silver for spoons forks and knives. It claims lifelong wear and one sixth the cost, with a twenty five year warranty and free offer from Qua ker Valley Mrc. Co. Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Quaker Valley Mrc. Co
Morgan and Harrison Sts
Chicago
P. S
Pasture for Sale Near Conway with Water Access
A 300 acre pasture located one and a half miles south of Conway offers ample water and quality grazing. Price is 50 cents per head for horses or cattle. no bred stock will be kept. Contact 274 Bup LEa for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conway
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