Drink Prepares Victim Henry Stevens Killed Near Beckwith
The Danville Democrat reports Henry Stevens 27 of Veedersburg was found mangled beside Big Four rails west of Beckwith after attempting to board passenger train 18 while intoxicated Friday evening. Coroner’s inquest led to verdict of unknown man struck by a westbound train between April 15 and 16, 1910. Brown, the flagman, identified no name but recalled the man seeking to stop trains to Veedersburg and carrying a whisky bottle.
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Danville Democrat
Beckwith
Oaklawn
Big Four Freight 54
B. AO. Rea
Ralph Cole
Walz Undertaking Establishment
James Brown
Walsh Crossing
Veedersburg
Henry Stevens
Frank Dawson
Danville
Brown
Man killed near Beckwith identified by Dawson
Brown said Frank Brewer informed him a man was killed near Beckwith yesterday morning at about 7 39. Frank Dawson of Veedersburg identified the dead man as Stevens. Undertaker Thomas Fishero of Veedersburg will likely transport the body there today. Stevens was divorced. his ex wife later married Berney Portwood of this city, and the Portwood family now lives here.
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Brown
Frank Brewer
Beckwith
Brewer
Frank Dawson
Veedersburg
Stevens
Thomas Fishero
Dawson
Wil
Berney Portwood
Portwood
Baccalaureate Exercises Held at First Church
Sunday morning services filled the First Church of Christ as the baccalaureate ideas were shared. The High School Chorus directed by Miss Auten provided music while the thirteen graduates listened to Rev. Geo. W. Watkins deliver A Message of Life's journey, a terse earnest address with lasting impression.
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Church of Christ
Miss Auten
Geo. W. Watkins
Death Notice of Frank K Hyland in City Home
Frank K Hyland died at his Second street home on Thursday morning April 14 1010 at age 25 He was born October 14 in the city and is survived by his father mother and two sisters Funeral services conducted by Rev Dougherty were held at 2 pm Sunday with interment at Mt Hope cemetery The family notes his illness as consumption and his loss will be deeply felt by the home and community
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Frank K. Hyland
Richard Hyland
Second Street
Inn
Dougherty
Mt. Hope Cemetery
Mary Catharine McComas dies after cancer journey
Mary Catharine McComas daughter of Philip and Sarah Hauk born August 31 1837 Butler county Ohio died April 16 1910 aged 72 years 7 months and 15 days united with M E church about 52 years ago married December 30 1655 to William B McComas who died January 1 1901 obituary notes sister to Mrs Pogeray who had cared for her since 1901 body laid in Waynetown home cemetery services held at 2 pm with Rev Frank Dougherty burial in home cemetery Williamsport visitors Clint Boggs John Held and families from Williamsport traveled home from Danville
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Mary Catharine McComas
Philip
Sarah Hauk
Butler County
Ohio
Indiana
M. E.church
Thompson’s Chapel
Wm. B. McComas
Poke Gray
Gray
Waynetown
Frank Dougherty
Thirty-first Indiana G A R Encampment in Terre Haute
The Thirty-first annual G A R Encampment of Indiana will be held in Terre Haute on May 25 26 and 27. The old soldiers are urged to note the time and place of the gathering and acknowledges invitation receipt.
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Indiana
Terre Haute
Weather Turns to Snow After Rainfall Drops Temperature
Sunday night brought a sharp temperature drop as rain fell, thermometer near 32 degrees by early Monday. Rain turned to snow and persisted through most of Monday with intermittent sun on Tuesday and a strengthening northwest wind. About one inch of rainfall is recorded and it is feared fruit crops may be killed.
Padding the Census Report
Elmer Bowers and David Moody face charges for inflating the census report. A baby girl was born to Moody on Saturday, and the child will stay with the family. Moody receives a reprimand and suspended sentence. Bowers awaits further action.
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Elmer Bowers
David Moody
Sam
Elmer
Moody
Death of Mrs Dealen Cook in Wabash Township
Mrs Dealen Cook widow of war veteran Martin Cook died suddenly of heart paralysis at neighbor Mrs Bunt's home in West Wabash township where she stayed overnight while visiting. Age about 67. Survived by two sons Milton and John and four daughters Mrs Geo Winters Mrs Isaac Squires Mrs Roland Johnson and Mrs Sam Auterman. Remains taken to Catlin Illinois for burial beside her husband. She was described as a Christian lady loved by all.
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Dealen Cook
Martin Cook
Isaac Squires
Roland Johnson
Sam Auterman
Catlin
Ill
James K. Sire at Covington Barn This Weekend
Breeders are advised I will attend McMahon's Covington barn every Friday and Saturday with the noted Farmer McMahon stallion James K. whose foals are among the best in this section. James Dice Veedersburg Ind.
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McMahon’s
Covington
Covington Fair Marks Golden Jubilee Exhibition
The Covington Fair enters its fiftieth year since 1860, with the Golden Anniversary Exhibit planned as a Jubilee feature. The association aims for a standout display as the boys begin preparations.
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Covington
Neal A Candidate For Congress From Noblesville
Hamilton County to present E. E. Neal of Noblesville for the Ninth District Congress nomination. Neal, a longtime Republican, has served in the Legislature and chaired measures on wage laws for teachers and factory workers while supporting a 2 cent fare law and forestry board creation. He stresses carrying district wishes to Washington and aligning with the party majority.
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Noblesville Ledger
Hamilton County
FE. E. Neal
Noblesville
H.milton
Mc. Neal
House
Senate
State Board of Forestry
Washington
Congress
Chicago
Denver
Joseph R. Gray
Godlove S. Orth
Lindly
Judge Waugh
Tipton County
Boyd
J. Frank Hanly
Kokomo
Graham
Tucker
Charles B. Landis
Baldwin
Hamilton
Campaign portrait of E. E. Neal for Ninth District Congress
The Hamilton County Republican leader E. E. Neal, an attorney, stenographer, and editor of a Republican paper, seeks nomination to Congress. Vivid notes recount his career since 1886, prior campaigns, and the desire for unity in defeating opponents in 1910. Neal emphasizes loyalty to party principles and a thorough campaign plan.
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Neal
Supreme Court
State Committee
E. E. Neal
Hamilton
9Th
Congress
Garden seeds offered to public free by Congressman Morrison
A local notice states a choice lot of garden seeds, compliments of Congressman Morrison, is available at the office. The first arrivals will receive seeds on a first come, first served basis.
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Morrison
Graduating Exercises For Senior Class Tonight
The Senior High School graduating exercises are at 4 o clock this evening in the Christian church. The High School Chorus led by Miss Auten will provide music. Dr F J Mc Connell president of DePauw will give the address and Supt Dotson will present the diplomas. Clifford Dice will deliver the class address. There are six boys and seven girls in the thirteen member class.
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Fligh
Christian Church
Auten
F. J. McConnell
DePauw
Supt. Dotson
Clifford Dice
Big Market Day in Williamsport Promises Free Attractions
Williamsport merchants announce a Saturday market day on April outh featuring a Great Free Auction Grand Auto Parade Band Concert a Chorus of 115 School Children and a Public Wedding all offered to the public at no cost to draw a larger crowd to the thriving city.
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Wilkaimsport
Williamsport
Memorial Association Organized
Citizens met in the Courtroom on Wednesday night to organize a permanent Memorial Association to continue memorial exercises for veterans. Officers were elected, by laws approved, committees named, and a full list to be published next week. The association is in good working order and needs public support.
The Art Exhibit at High School Displays Student Progress
The Assembly room display shown this year reflects work from various classes. It traces the successive steps of advancement across art departments, indicating the quality of instruction, application, habits, and thoroughness of the pupils. Observers note the evident care and direction guiding the exhibit.
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Big Four
Clint Boggs
John Held
G. A. R. Encampment
Columbus
Frankfort
Memorial Association
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