Dem ocratic editors urged un American attack in Indiana campaign
President J O Behymer of the Tipton Times delivered the annual address at the French Lick editorial meeting. He pressed Democratic editors to condemn Republican policy and the Administration for alleged un American acts in the Philippines and Cuba, and urged strong critique of Indiana Republican conduct and state government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. O. Behymer
Tipton Times
French Lick
Republican Party
Philippines
Dewey
Schley
Manila
Santiago
Navy
Cuba
Neely
Rathbone
Mark Hanna
Indiana
Kentucky
State Capitol
Durbin
Voorhees
McDonald
Turpie
United States Senate
Man and Goose as Precedent for Philippine Policy
A fable features a man plucking a live goose and a back‑and‑forth about pain and necessity. The Rochester Post-Express uses it to argue that US administration in the Philippines is justified by precedent. An advertisement at Crosier's Corner Drug Store promotes Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for stomach disorders priced at 25 cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philippines
Rochester
N. Y
Post-Express
Arithmetical Problems From Salem Democrat
A collection of short brainteasers asks how long until neighbors speak after a new home is furnished, how long lawyers take to prove insanity and how estates are divided, when a funeral occurs after a dangerous act, and the share of a widow after a 30 day 9 hour 51 minute physician attendance with three visits daily.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Jones
Johnnie
Salem
Good Advice for a Steady Successful Life
A concise character sketch extols a patient plodder who follows routines. The man is punctual, frank, sleepful, outwardly modest, and builds foundations with earnest effort. He lives by the golden rule, plans and works his plan, exercises, accepts pointed feedback, and keeps social life from interfering with work. He supports others facing uphill battles and pursues clear aims steadily.
The Devil Is Right About Newspapers and Women
A humorous exchange among printer figures ponders why a newspaper resembles a woman. The devil, compositor, foreman, and editor trade quips about knowledge, influence, advertising, and ownership in a lighthearted vignette.
Storm and Flood Ravage Cory and Surrounding Areas
A violent wind and rainstorm swept Cory and nearby areas last Wednesday, damaging corn, fruit trees, gardens, and wheat. The storm continued into Thursday and Friday, swelling creeks and frightening residents after recent floods.
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Corydon
Board of Review Sessions and Local Tax Assessments Noted
The Board of Review, including Auditor James A. Watson Treasurer Ed O'Connor Co Assessor John Mabermel Eli Wolfe of Blue River township and Lorenzo Barks of Scott township, has met twelve days. Much time is spent comparing assessment lists with books adding assessors books and revising lists. Names and figures reference Standard Oil Co Cumberland Tel and Tel Co Albany and Gordon Plank Road Co and local mileage rates in Franklin and Harrison townships.
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Board of Review
Jas. A. Watson
Ed O'Connor
John Mabermel
Eli Wolfe
Blue River Township
Lorenzo Barks
Scott Township
James W. McKinster
Standard Oi! Co
Catharine Elwanger Dies After Long Illness at Crandall
Catharine Elwanger of Crandall died on the 25th after a lingering illness. She leaves six children and many relatives. Widow of Christian Elwanger, she was a member of St. Peter's Reformed Church in Flocktown. Funeral was held on the 27th from the church under Rev. H. F. Hilgeman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catharine Elwanger
Crandall
Christian Elwanger
German Reformed Church
St. Peter’s Reformed Church
Flocktown
H. F. Hilgeman
Reflections of a Bachelor on Ambition and Love
A New York Press excerpt argues ambition is a craving for what one lacks. It contends women wait for marriage and children first, then for those offspring to marry. It contrasts two routes to status and warns husbands struggle to retain love post marriage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Press
More Boys Than Girls in the Public Schools
Superintendent Frank Jones reports state school enrollment with 746,799 white pupils and 15,002 colored pupils totaling 761,801. White boys lead white girls 386,938 to 361,061. colored boys 7,415 and colored girls 1,687. The total rises several thousand from last year. 1901 total was 757,684. Figures compiled from county superintendent reports.
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Frank Jones
Dewey Testimony Before Senate Panel Details Manila Surrender
Admiral Dewey testified to the Senate Philippine Committee last week that Manila was understood to be surrendered and that he killed a few people for appearances during the surrender. He called Consul Pratt a busybody and reiterated that Filipinos are more capable of self government than the Cubans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiral Dewey
Senate Philippine Committee
Manila
Consul Pratt
Trustee's Notice and Local Notices in Boone Township
Trustee S Cooper calls all Boone township residents to pay dog tax by July 15 1902. Farm for sale 120 acres five miles southwest of Corydon on Indian creek with 40 acres timber 20 acres bottom and buildings. Ezra Keller Corydon Indiana handles terms. Gideon and Jacob Feller depart for Virginia to visit relatives until fall. Richard Johnson colored injured leg fracture treated by Dr Bottorff. Lightning damages Charley barn slight damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boone Township
Ik. S. Cooper
Corydon
Indian Creek
Callon
Ezra Keller
Ind
Exodus from Depauw Elopement Stirs Town
The Blue River Gazette reports Depauw residents again s famous elopement as a doctor abandons his wife and child to flee with a neighbor’s young wife. The paper jokes about a germ causing love and urges quick scientific inquiry to prevent the town’s disappearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Depauw
Blue River Gazette
Miller-Tilley Wedding at Central Christian Church
Dr J Milton Mier of St Paul Minn and Miss Isse Tilley of Indianapolis united in marriage at Central Christian church Indianapolis Wednesday afternoon June 24 at 5 with palms decor and Lohengrins wedding march. Kate Tilley maid of honor Joe Comfort groomsman bride given away by her mother officiated by Rev Allan B Philputt. Both families former county residents with friends in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Milton Mier
St. Paul, Minn
Isse Tilley
Indianapolis
Central Christian Church
Kate Tilley
Joe Comfort
Louisville
Allan B. Philputt
Central Church
S. Tt. Grubb
Jack Heth
Kk. Jones
Colt Killed by Lightning Belongs to Scott Township Owner
Robert Snapp of Scott township reported a Colt was killed by lightning last week. The notice invites readers to visit and view a new folder on Tuesday evening.
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Robert Snapp
Scott Township
Propositions Sought for Nevin Reformed Church Property
Proposals to buy the Nevin Reformed church edifice and two acres near the Branch railroad two miles north of Corydon Indiana will be received until August 15, 1902. The church reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Proposals addressed to Rev. Hilgeman of New Middletown or Spencer Lahue of Corydon Indiana.
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Nevin Reformed
Corydon
Hilgeman
New Middletown
Ind
Spencer Lahue
Boone township claims deadline notice
Notice to all persons with claims or orders against Boone township to present them to the trustee E. Sy Cooper on or before July 1902. No interest will be paid on township orders after that date.
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Boone Township
E. Sy Cooper
Dinner Bell Draws Lightning Fatality Near Milltown
Miss Julia Mills, 19, daughter of Uncle John Mills near Pilot Knob in Crawford County, was killed when lightning struck a bell atop a house and traveled down a wire into the kitchen at Jacob Godfrey’s home near Milltown on Friday while she cooked breakfast.
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Julia Mills
Jacob Godfrey
Milltown
John Mills
Pilot Knob
Crawford Co
Democrat
Cures for Cold Promoted by Laxative Bromo Quinine
An advertisement touts a one day cold cure using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tiblets. It promises a refund if not effective and notes the product features W Grove’s signature on each box. The ad is signed by FB and includes pricing shorthand 25, n13.
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W. Grove
Statehood denial debate fuels Indiana political clash
Indiana critics accuse Republican lawmakers Fairbanks Beveridge and the entire Indiana delegation of conspiring to keep Oklahoma New Mexico and Arizona as territories to block potential Democratic gains. They argue the move violates pledges and the Constitution, urging voters to punish the conspirators in November.
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Indiana
Oklahoma
New Mexico
Arizona
United States
Fairbanks
Beveridge
Hemenway
Watson
Overstreet
Halliday
Cromer
Landis
Senate
House of Representatives
St. Louis
William McKinley
Dakotas
Nevada
Montana
North
South Dakota
Wyoming
Idaho
Republican Party
Nebraska
Washington
American Union of States
A. D. R Praises Independent Community Man
A. D. R extols a man in every community who remains unaffiliated with any party and free from church or money influence. The speaker admires a person who stands up for what is right, refuses to be swayed by wealth, and sacrifices to keep conscience guiding the ship.
Death of Miss Mollie Flanagan in Taggy Township
Miss Mollie Flanagan daughter of Richard Flanagan of Taggy township died of consumption aged about 25. The funeral was held Friday from Buena Vista Catholic church under Rev. Gordon. She was a Catholic and highly respected in the community.
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Mollie Flanagan
Richard Flanagan
Taggy Township
Buena Vista Catholic Church
Gordon
Catholic Church
Courage to Publish Through Rejection in Literary History
Editorial note highlights writers who faced repeated refusals from publishers. Milton, Crabbe, Keats, Defoe, Bulwer, Thackeray, Mary Burton and Jane Eyre all endured setbacks before success, with famous lines urging perseverance and resilience despite odds.
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Milton
Crabbe
Dodsley
Beckett
Londo
Murray
Keats
Robinson Crusoe
London
St Peter
Heaven Enough editor tale of heaven and Hades
An editor dying of starvation is escorted by an angel to heaven but asks to view hell. They roam various realms, the angel chasing the editor who lingers by a furnace marked Delinquent subscribers, declaring heaven enough for him and refusing to ascend.
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Heaven
Hades
Harrison Township Sunday School Convention at Pleasant Ridge
The Harrison Township Sunday School Association held a convention at Pleasant Ridge on June 28 1902 with large attendance in morning and evening sessions. Speakers included Prof Hallett Sam Pfrimmer J E Messler John H Heth H I Stern Grubb and others. Harve Albin re elected president and Jas G Binkley secretary by acclamation.
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Harrison Township
Jas. G. Binkley
Get the Right Doors Honeymoon Tale Turns Comical
A country couple travels to a big city for their honeymoon. The bride shops, returns to their hotel, and knocks on a door believing it is their room. A gruff voice inside reveals the door is the bath room, not their suite. The mix up yields a humorous incident about mistaken doors.
Pleasant Ridge church events draw large crowd
At Pleasant Ridge the S. S Institute and decoration exercises drew a good attendance. Addresses were given by KE Hal lett Sam Pfrimmer J E Messier J C Mills H I Stern S R Grubb and others. H Albin was elected president of the township organization with James Binkley as secretary.
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S. S. Institute
Pleasant Ridge
KE. S. Hallett
Sam Pfrimmer
J. E. Messier
J. C. Mills
H. I. Stern
S. R. Grubb
H. Albin
James Binkley
Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets Praised by JP
Justice of the Peace T. W. Robinson of Louis, Mish says Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver Tablets are the best for stomachs. They aid stomach disorders and regulate the liver and bowels, easy to take and pleasant. Price 25 cents per box at Crosiae’s Corner Drug Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crosier’s Corner Drug Store
Chamberlain’s
T. W. Robinson
Justice of the Peace
Louis
Crosiae's
Mrs. Zenor Visits Relatives in Lanesville Last Week
Mrs. W. T. Zenor visited relatives in Lanesville during the past week, returning with news of family gatherings and local updates from the area.
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W. T. Zenor
Lanesville
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Pres. Behymer
Man
Devil
C. G. Aue
J.J. M. Lafollette
Sire
Lewis Riely
Leonard Keller
Geo. K. Gwartney
W. J. Bulleit
John C. F. Sing
H. B. Chicote
C. B. Ellis
F. A. Bulleit
T. S. Jon
Alex Miller
Treas
Vary
Gideon
Jacob Feller
Virginia
Richard Johnson
David Charley
Miller-Tilley
Miss Mills
S.S
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