Wyoming Miners Trapped After Calamity in Union Pacific Mine
At Hanna Wyoming on July 1 a fire damp explosion trapped over 260 miners in Union Pacific mine No 1 as fire raged hindering rescues. Twenty eight bodies were recovered near the shaft and families gathered anxiously outside. The mine owners and rescuers worked amid chaos as officials speculated on cause and continued efforts to reach imprisoned workers.
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Hanna
Wyo
Union Pacific
Union Pacific Railroad
Wee
Flood in Greensburg area causes heavy loss of life
A water spout near Oakford Park, Greensburg Pennsylvania triggers a devastating flood with at least 20 confirmed deaths and rumors of over 100. Bodies recovered are few, including Gertrude Keefer 19 Jeanette Edward OBrien Latrobe Joseph Overly Indianapolis Lucy Crum Jeanette and Greensburg official John Light and family.
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Greak
Pennsylvania
Greensburg
Oakford Park
Gertrude Keefer
Postmaster General Briefs Investigation Of Registry Book Purchase
Washington reports Postmaster General Payne believes inspectors are probing the deal between the General Manifolding company of Franklin Pennsylvania and the postal service for registry books. He notes the Metcalf money order reinstatement case remains closed for now. Also, W A Steele of Laconia wed Hannah Donaldson, a widow, at West Point.
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Washington
Payne
General Manifolding Company
Franklin
Metcalf
W. A. Steele
Laconia
West Point
Hannah Donaldson
Democrat
The Glorious Fourth in Corydon and Nearby
Thousands marked the nation’s birthday in Harrison County with a grand old fashioned celebration. Patriotic citizens of Corydon and surrounding areas observed the holiday with community events and shared pride.
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Harrison County
Corydon
Corydon County July Fourth Celebration Highlights Parade
The One Hundred Twenty Seventh Anniversary of the Declaration was marked by a county wide Fourth of July in Corydon with a 7,000 turnout for a parade led by the Corydon band. Sunday schools from Corydon and neighboring churches formed banners and processions, prize awards totaling 25,400 recognizing the most festive turnout, and a large open air program featuring Rev. Rue, Prof. Hallett, and a keynote by Ton J. Frank Hanley.
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Tne
Corydon Commercial Club
Corydon
Mo. Christian
Presbyterian
Varias
Tooutinson Chanel School
S. Peter's
Dlae River Chapeldelas Setonds
Poe
Gitetype
Sens
G. Rue
St. Peters
America
Ton J. Frank Hanley
Tafarette
Tie
Mother Hubbard
Flis
Elizabeth
Hilderbrand Grove
Geo. Wi. Laub
Sunar
Corove
Laconia
Guiteau
Trave
WW. TL
Steam accident in Harrison County Claiming a Life
The article reports a fatal steam pipe accident in Harrison County where a laborer named Theodore Kissell suffocated by a steam blast. It describes rescue efforts, noting a local carpenter and other men helped, and mentions related local business changes and upcoming elections. It also lists marriage licenses and local civic notices amid broader community updates.
Alleged Scheme to Secure New Trial in Kentucky
A Jackson to Cynthiana transfer triggers reports of a mule buyer ring roaming Harrison county to test juror sentiment for possible new trials. Other items note petitions to Governor Beckham, General Murray's impact on order, a fatal shooting over alleged slander, and various local incidents across Kentucky.
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Democratic State Executive Committee
Lexington
Curtis Jett
Thomas White
Jackson
Cynthiana
Harrison County
Beckham
Murray
Turks and Bulgarians Clash Near Vodena
In European Turkey near Vodena 46 miles north of Salonica Turkish troops clashed with Bulgarians. Bulgarian casualties numbered 10 dead and Turks 2 wounded. The Bulgarians wore uniforms with Liberty or Death badges. The Corydon Juniors defeated Dixie 23 to 14 last Sunday and will face Dogwood at the fair grounds next Saturday.
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Oskub
Turkey
Vodena
Salonica
Corydon
Dixie
Dogwood
Fair Grounds
Death of Mrs Franklin from Pneumonia
Mrs Sallie Franklin daughter of Mr and Mrs John Mitchell north of this place died last Thursday morning from pneumonia aged about twenty eight years. She contracted the disease while caring for her mother who had pneumonia for about two weeks. She leaves two small children a father a mother a brother and sister Wm Mitchell and Drs Ed Bean of this place her husband having died six weeks ago in Memphis Tennessee. The funeral was held Friday afternoon at the residence of her sister Mrs Ed Bean and the remains were buried on Cedar Hill.
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Cineinhail
Lena Calley
Robert Mater
Cynthiana
Cincinnati
Clifford
I J. Kenner Company
Gailey
Sallie Franklin
John Mitchell
Wm. Mitchell
Memphis
Tenn
Ed Bean
U ‘Edar Hill
Local Notes From Laconia and Area
A scattered town column reports Isaac Melton regaining status, Bert Steepleton’s return to Corydon, and Mrs. T. F. Albert improving. Arthur Steely married recently, Arthur Trans sold a fine horse to Joel F. Russell, and other district movements include Mez 27th events at Union Chapel and Henry Green of Louisville visiting relatives before returning home.
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Arthur
Joel F. Russell
Union Chapel
Mez
Henry Green
Louisville
Chas. Inman
Miss Styl
New Albaz
G. W. Boone
Dogwood Notes and Local Sports Report
Dogwood society mentions visiting relatives in Corydon and Louisville. Mrs Lee Litsell and Mrs Dollie Satie return home after extended visits. Mrs Abicat improved after prior injury. Local town game results show Doeweu leading 18 to 8 over Sulcas, with minor ties and busyness noted.
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Mar. Abicaot
Ivanr
New Middle
SuLcas
Doeweu
Electric railway line eyed to connect Corydon with New Albany
Mr. Har of the Louisville and Southern Indiana Interurban Electric Railway Co visited the area spending the week assessing an electric line from New Albany to Corydon via Corydon. The aim is to connect Corydon to the outside world with an interurban service.
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Har
Louisvile and Southern Tnndiana Interurban Electric Rialway Co
New Albany
Prenehick
Corydon
Bank farewell notice from Beier letter to patrons
A fragmented retirement notice from Beier addresses former patrons and the public. It thanks supporters for liberal patronage and expresses ongoing business wishes under the First National Bank line, inviting public confidence and continued patronage.
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Firet Setional Bank
Eavie
Patec
Irs
Beier
Death of Mrs Frakes at about sixty six
Mrs Fulia Frases Scott towa died of consumption aged about 66. She left seven children and was mother of Parhes Wouttathroek of this place. Funeral from Fountain on veterday had sermon by Rew Wo Cline ton of New Alka x. Remains were interred in Vilas cemetery.
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Scott Towain
Parhes Wouttathroek
Fountain
Clineton
New Alka x
Vilas
Heidelburg Dedication Returns for Remodeled Duel Location
The Heidelburg dedication service for the remodeled duel is set for Sunday with invitations extended. Speakers from Indianapolis will attend. Sam P. Vogt promotes roofing spouting and guttering using the best materials and workmanship. Mr Barbee offers personal attention and guarantees customer satisfaction.
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Heidelburg
Indianapolis
Sam P. Vogt
W. J. Bullett
Barbee
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