State of horror as martial law tightens in Russia
Moscow reports say Rostbot grenadier mutiny collapsed amid internal rifts and socialist tensions. Officials fear white terror returns as authorities claim battle with red revolutionaries. provinces react with reactionary power while Baltic and Lithuanian regions threaten wider upheaval. Cable links abroad are restored but unstable.
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Moscow
Rostott Grenadier
St. Petersburg
Russia
Piru Miluketi
League of Leaves
Dore
Esiers
Geveruet
Snd
Pralvets
Emrics
Freesol
Peiarsburg
Sundarmeri
Cea
Dauerr End
Tsarske Selo
Nicholas
Lfe
Baltic
Poland
Kingdom
Lithuania
Death of Salo C Peters ends bright, sweet life
Salo Catharine Peters born Oct 1 1891 died Dec 16 1905 after heart trouble. She joined the M S church in 1902, was the only child of Woodford and Cora Peters, and rests in Oak Grove cemetery. Funeral conducted by John Heth and Bro Morgan with prayers and a sermon on Death comes as a thief in the night.
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Earth
Salo Catharine Peters
M. S. Church
Bro. Furry
Woodford
Cora Peters
Sax
Oak Grove Cemetery
John Heth
Bro. Morgan
A. E. Martin
Corydon
Riga negotiates fate after rebel ultimatum in Latvia
Riga reports that after notifying nobles the municipality began fate negotiations with rebels who demand recognition of the Belarusian republic, full independence from Russia, and the end of martial law in exchange for seventeen hostages. Fighting continues at Mitau with bands supported by socialists. an attack on the castle was repulsed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riga
Russia
Mitau
World's Sunday School Convention Votes Rome 1907 Meeting
The central committee representing 250,000 Sunday schools with 26,800 members met in Philadelphia and voted to hold the world's fifth convention in Rome, Italy, May 20 to 23, 1907. Representatives came from many parts of the United States and Canada.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Rome
Italy
Mies
United States
Canada
Court Denies Open Ballot Boxes in Election Petition
In New York on December 14 a court appeals ruling rejects W R Parst petition to open ballot boxes and recount votes, stating the boxes could not be reopened.
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Hearst
Any, N. Y
W. R. Parst
The Sultan Concedes on Macedonia Financial Control
The sultan has accepted the scheme for financial control of Macedonia as set forth in the latest note from the powers. The move follows pressure and signals a shift in regional governance arrangements.
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Secsa
Lelded
Imshene
Macedonia
Holiday Sale on Harness and Leather Goods Declared
Advertisement notes a December 23 sale offering fine plush lap robes at 20 percent below value for Harrison county patrons in 1905. It thanks customers and looks ahead to 1906 merchandise and better service in harness stores ranges and house furnishings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrison County
Settlement Notice From WY H. Bulleit & Son
Please call and make settlement of your account by cash or note before January 1st. WY. H. BULLEIT & SON, dec20-2w.
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WY. H. Bulleit & Son
Congressional Session Covers Panama Canal and Insurance Debate
The report of the Senate committee on appropriations for the Panama canal bill was presented. The full Senate spent time debating the Panama canal emergency appropriation bill while the House continued discussion on insurance regulation and federal control.
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House
Senate
Committee On
Panama Canal
White House Wedding Engagement of Alice Roosevelt
The president and Mrs. Roosevelt announce the engagement of their daughter Alice Lee Roosevelt to Representative Nicholas Longworth of Ohio’s First district. The wedding is planned for mid February likely at the White House, with arrangements not yet finalized.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Alice Lee Roosevelt
Nicholas Longworth
Congress
Ohio
Cincinnati
White House
Congressional Convention Called in New Albany Indiana
A congressional convention is set for January 2 1906 in New Albany Indiana to select a District Chairman for the Third Congressional District. Counties are notified to send delegates with representations listed and confirmed by the State Central Committee at a December 1905 meeting. THOMAS HANLON Chairman Edward FrizPITRIck Secretary Third Congressional District. d20-2w
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New Albany
Indiana
Crawford
Tito Eh Dubois
Cess Eee
State Central Committee
Indianapolis
Ind
Thomas Hanlon
Edward Frizpitrick
Third
Another Harrison County Boy Honored by City Appointment
John W. Sappenfield, formerly of Harrison County, is appointed Deputy City Clerk by Evansville’s incoming Democratic administration. His term starts January 1. The Evansville Journal-News lauds his eleven years with the paper and loyal Democratic service, noting his wide friendships and courteous conduct.
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John W. Sappenfield
Evansville
Evansville Journal-News
Sappenfield
Journal-News
Subscriptions and Local Crop Report from Mt Ayr
From Mt Ayr Indiana dated December 14 1905 a subscriber to the Democrat requests renewal credit for another year as the paper nears expiration. He notes farmers in the area had strong yields with oats producing 40 to 60 bushels per acre at 25 to 28 cents per bushel and corn at 40 to 70 bushels per acre at 37 to 40 cents per bushel.
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Mt. Ayr
Ind
Thomas & Elis
Indiana State Teachers Association Session Ahead in Indianapolis
The Indiana State Teachers Association will meet in Indianapolis December 27 to 29 with attractions including Dr. W. L. Bryan Dr. Edwin Holt Hughes Dr. Winthrop E. Stone James Whitcomb Riley Senator Beveridge Gov Hanley and Bishop Vincent All who can attend. John C. Shoemaker former state auditor died in Indianapolis aged 79 He helped found the Shoemaker apple and was a leader in state politics Then an ad for Kodol Dyspepsia Cure promises relief for indigestion and related symptoms sold by druggists.
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Indiana State Teachers’ Association
Indianapolis
W. L. Bryan
Edwin Holt Hughes
Winthorp E. Stone
James Whitcomb Riley
Senator Beveridge
Gov
Hanley
Bishop Vincent
John C. Shoemaker
Perry County
County teachers urged to publish portraits in atlas
A local call invites many teachers to join Mr. Bullett’s New Frustrated Atlas and His tory project, promising lasting recognition. The note urges others to seize the opportunity, suggesting pride for participants and enduring appreciation from relatives and friends.
Laconia Gossip and Local Notes from the Era
Miss Emma Melton of Louisville visits the area while the Crosier sale draws a crowd. Harry Davis of Evans Landing stays with relatives here. Wedding bells may soon ring in Several direct tecus. The Goone family's infant son has pneumonia. Mrs. Charlotte Able shows steady improvement. B C Wilbar visits Elizabeth with I Muston and family.
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Emma Melton
Louisville
Scott Crosier
Harry Davis
Evans’ Landing
Afdton
Ed Goone
Charlotte Able
B.C. Wilbar
I. Muston
Elizabeth
Pie Supper Strong At No 8 As Snowed Out No 3
In Pea Ridge Frankigé Roperts notes children expect Santa Claus next Sunday night. A new girl arrived at Frank Sims home. Pie supper at No 8 drew a large crowd and about 17 dollars were raised. Mrs Josephe Walk of New Salisbury visited Frank Sim's recently. No 3 pie supper was snowed under last Friday, but another is planned. Charles Boley of Rosewood visited Wm Thomas last week.
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Santa Claus
Frank Sims
No. 8
Joxsepeh Walk
New Salisbury
Frank Sim
No.3
Charles Boley
Rosewood
Wm Thomas
Christmas Notes From Bradford and Nearby
Christmas greetings extend through Bradford with Florence and Edith Kahl visiting New Albany relatives. Wm Sapppenfield returns from New Albany to join family. Joe Fouts relocates to Corydon Junction for blacksmith work. Palmyra butter and cheese factory reports smooth operation and satisfied stockholders. Jake Fouts returns from Illinois to work for Dr. Charles Boston. Teachers will soon begin Santa Claus visits.
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Florence
Edith Kahl
New Albany
Wm. Sapppenfield
Philip Kahl
Buffalo
Democrat
Joe Fouts
Corydon Junction
Palmyra
Wm. Jacobi
Falls Cities
Jake Fouts
Illinois
Chas
Boston
Santa Claus
F A Bullett Secures County Policy Signatures
F A Bullett lists claims paid since last report including Addie E Neat life 5 Peanth wale 72.86. He asserts every policy written by any agent is valid if the unexpected does not occur and notes over 3000 county residents feel safer with his signature attached to their policies.
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F. A. Bullett
Addie E. Neat
Life
F. A. Bulleit
Winders Notes and Community Tidbits From Local Life
Elizabeth Winders notes a chilly mood as activities switch to winter. Scott Kessinger sold household goods to a good crowd last Saturday. Neamer returns from New Albany. Edina Treese visits her sister Harlin Flanagan. Jaommne Winders dies of membranous croup and is buried. W.N. Evans seeks work in Louisville. Local churches plan Xmas events and treats. Rev Black conducts protracted meetings at the Campground. Ed Barger visits his sister in town.
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L E. Winders
Scott Kessinger
Rep. Neamer
New Albany
Edina Treese
Harlin Flanagan
Jaommne
Qin Winders
W.N. Evans
Louisville
M. E.S
Presbyterian
M. E
Rev. Black
Ed Barger
Arthur Brown
Local Social Notes and Refreshments Around Hancock
Mrs Linda Rippy shows improvement while Charles Goss and wife from near Palmyra visit George Goss. Mrs Mike Moser and children visit Lee Erb family. Samuel Voyles and daughter Mamie in Louisville. Mrs Louisiana Voyles visits Fredericksburg. Martin Kennedy reelected district supervisor. Ed Alexander visits Salem. Miss Mary Armstrong visits Fredericksburg. Miss Hattie Ott in New Albany. Thomas Conlee nears completion of new house.
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Mike Moser
Depauw
Lee Erb
Samuel Voyles
Mamie
Louisville
Louisiana Voyles
Fredericksburg
Philip Ferock
Martin Kennedy
Alexander
Salem
Mary Armstrong
Sam
Hattie Ott
New Albany
Thomas Conlee
Ball bearing five-drawer lift machine advertised
A drop-head automatic lift with lock and refined finish is offered at a surprise price. The ad touts five drawers and ball bearing construction with a retail range of 30 to 35 dollars, but the selling price is set at eighteen dollars and fifty cents.
Protracted Mt Zion Meeting and Rural Updates
Central reports a protracted meeting in progress at Mt Zion. William Tindall is listed as sick. Ed B Love went to Corydon on business last week. Mrs Carry Hays manages a sickly school. William Longbottom and Isaac EB Reed run telephone boxes and will answer calls. George W Watson did not travel to Louisville. Wm Blake buys holiday goods in Falla Cities. Chester Bean of Boone township returns from JIL where he worked this summer. G E Lane does carpentry for Emmett Watson.
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Boone Township
Jil
G. E. Lane
Emmett Watson
Appointment of administrator for John O. Greene estate
Bronto W. Greene announces appointment as administrator of the estate of John O. Greene of Harrison County Indiana. He states the estate is believed to be solvent and dated December 18 1905.
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John’ O. Greene
Harrison County
Indiana
Bronto W. Greene
Adme
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Elizabeth Horner
French Lick
Miss Roosevelt
Mr. Longworth
State Teachers’ Association
Brussels
Laconia
Grack Russell
Otonie
Cyrus Barnes
Pea Ridge
Frankigé Roperts
Bradford
Buffalo Bild
Hancock
Rip van Winkle, SR
Linda Rippy
Charles Goss
George Goss
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