Man Almost Takes Morphine Poison in Saloon Incident
Frank Evans, a jeweler, drank morphine from a paper in Gaines saloon after purchasing eight grains earlier that day. Friends and Dr. Henderson saved him by stimulants and walking him to his parents’ home. His motive traced to recent family losses and poverty. he remains weakened but alive.
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Evans
Gaines
Dr. Henderson
W. W. Evans
Frank
Buckner’s
Mr. Evans
W.W. Pleans
Supreme Court of Honor seeks to organize at Attica
3B. F. Stephens of Attica visited the city to gauge local support for forming a Court of Honor a fraternal beneficiary society with headquarters at Springfield. He plans a return visit in a few weeks. Gov Mount urged regimental canvassing on whether the 148th will return home or remain in service. Pending soldiers’ wishes will shape discharge decisions.
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F. Stephens
Attica
Myr. Stephen’s
Supreme Court of Honor
Springfield
Court of Honor
Stephens
148 Regt
Uuele Sam
Mount
Burglars Abroad
Mrs. M I Jarden awoke to burglars trying to raise a window late Tuesday night. The men moved to James Hutson's house, then disappeared after a vigilant search by Harden and McClurg, leaving before dawn. The account notes a near shooting that was prevented by the mother. The Book Store owner Josephine Webb signs off in retirement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orson
Mrs. Warden
Iagva
McClurg
Llad
Glorious Hours for the Youngsters at the Circus
Announcement promotes Adams Forepaugh and Sells Brothers America's Greatest Shows in Attica on September 7 as a special Children’s Day event with a multi-act arena spectacle. Included are trained animals, musicians, and Mother Goose pageantry aimed at young audiences. The piece also notes local reminders about medical visits, local crime reports, and enforcement of dog tax laws in Van Buren township.
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Artemus Ward
Attica
Adams Forepaugh
Hippodrome
Col. Schult
Sea iv
Back at His Old Post Erasmus Vickery Returns to City
Erasmus Vickery, a Mexican veteran and Civil War veteran of the 40th Regiment independent volunteers, has taken management of Mark Martin's saloon. Local veterans of this and neighboring counties will be glad to hear of his return and to meet him to reminisce about Mexican and Civil War battles.
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Erasmus. Vickery
40Th Regt. Ind. Vols
Mark Martin
Vickery
Plucky Kellar LaRue Suit Moves to Crawfordsville Opposition
Magpie Kellar LaRue sues a group of prominent citizens from Parke and nearby counties. Defendants meet in Crawfordsville to contest the case, choosing to stay in this county for venue. The city’s annual Leader anniversary sale drew crowds with music and bargain offerings all day.
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Magpie Kellar LaRue
This
Parke County
Crawfordsville
Local team trips to Williamsport and Indy trip delays
Last Sunday Billy Sehma led the base ball nine to Williamsport where a horse health scare occurred before the return. On the way home a second horse failed and died despite efforts. Other city residents traveling to Indianapolis faced a freight train breakdown, delaying a hot, uncomfortable hour and a half in open country.
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Billy Sehma
Williamsport
Billy
Indianapolis
He's Got the Cash and Pays Delayed Co G M G Members
The article notes that many former Co G M G members have not been paid for their services, though payment was due in June. W W Layton held a power of attorney and traveled to Indianapolis to secure funds, returning with the cash. Members who signed the power of attorney and have not yet received their money should call on Layton at the bank to collect their payment.
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Co. G M. G
W. W. Layton
Indianapolis
Changed Hands at the Billy Ryan Blacksmith Shop
The old Billy Ryan blacksmith shop has changed hands. Wil Ham Hunt will continue the business at the old stand and also owns the ground and building and a large two story brick residence on the same lot. Billy returns home. his father built and occupied the shop and residence for many years. Billy, a first class blacksmith, is expected to command good custom in the region.
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Billy Ryan
Silly
Wil Ham Hunt
Mr. Hunt
Phil Hunt
Billy
Close Call Hurts Dave Plant in Spence and Plant Firm
Dave Plant of Spence and Plant narrowly escaped a broken limb after stepping into a rusty floor register in the cellar area opening to vent foul air. He suffered a severe sprain and remains at work nursing the wounds while lamenting bachelor life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave Plant
Spence & Plant
Uae
Dave
Naughty Richardson Marries Two Women in Clinton Case
Old soldier David Richardson, known in Covington, was arrested Thursday in Clinton on bigamy charges. He wed Miss Borden in Covington two years ago and then married Mrs. J. B. Royer in Clinton after a brief courtship. The Covington wife found him and sought his return, while Richardson’s appearance and conduct drew sharp public mockery.
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David Richardson
Civington
Clinton
Covington
David
Michigan City
Circuit Court
Richardson
Walter
Attica Ledger
Quiet Nuptials North of Foster for Wes Irvin and Bessie Hiatt
Last Sunday afternoon at the bride’s parents home 144 miles north of Foster Wes Irvin married Bessie Hiatt with Rev. Ogle presiding. The ceremony was very intimate with only relatives and close friends present. The couple will establish a home nearby where they have lived for years. The bride is a niece of Mrs. Joe Moore of this city and is well known locally. The Republican offers congratulations and best wishes.
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Foster
Wes Irvin
Bessie Hiatt
Ogle
Joe Moore
New Mill Proprietor Arrives in City as Schalenberg Retires
Henry Schalenberg sells his Houring mill and will retire soon. A new owner, a McLainsboro resident, will move here to take possession after settling affairs. Schalenberg remains in the city to oversee grain buying and shipping. The sale includes 10 acres of Illinois farm land and two McLainsboro houses and lots.
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Henry Schalenberg
McLainsboro
McLuinu Storo
Republican
Schulenberg
Illinois
Old Settlers Meet at Yeddo Draws Crowd Despite Weather
The Old Settlers gathering at Yeddo drew a large crowd despite cold rain. Prizes were awarded for relics and age categories, with 65 attendees over 50, 34 over 60, 13 over 70, and others noted. John Ephlin, born 1808 in North Carolina, was the oldest present.
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Yeddo
Wm. Kreuseh
John Pavey
John Ephlin
Mr. Ephlin
North Carolina
Tennessee
Ho Hay Jae Henoid
Public Sale Notice Near Covington and Local Health News
Ori Tom Hanson will offer at public sale at his residence north east of Covington on Saturday August 31 1898 all farming implements baled straw hay etc A credit of 12 months on all sun cash in hand See sale bills for particulars W J Richmond visited the city this week in poor health crippled by rheumatism He is a former member of Co M 158 Ind regt who received an honorable discharge and returned to Crawfordsville Ex Gov Mathews of Newtown will judge cattle at the Newtown fair today The fair has seen a surge in entries nearly doubling last year with strong expectations of success Pressing business kept Mathews from taking the game office tomorrow
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W. T. Ward
Covington Fair
Danville
Ttn
Knights of the Road
T. M. Itinn
Tom Hanson
Covington
W. J. Richmond
Richmond
Co. M
Ind
Crawfordsville
Mathews
Newtown
Ed Gregory Battles Night Thieves Over Missing Poultry
Local complaint rises over petty theft of garden produce and poultry. Ed Gregory reports repeated chicken losses and a Pekin duck theft, vowing action after dark with a shotgun revolver and a cannon.
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Ed Gregory
Rascal
Bowling Alley Addition Planned by John Slattery
John Slattery contracts with Danville parties to add a brick and glass front 60 by 22 feet on the west side of the public square. The double track 85 foot alley will be ready by September 6 and hosted by the Danville Bowling Club for a grand opening. Work begins immediately.
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John Slattery
Danville
Public Square
Slattery
Danville Bowling Club
City Council Sitzung Ends Quiet with Farewell Address
The City Council met in regular session with all members and Mayor Livengood in the chair. Washington street sewer project approved. John Slattery denied permission to erect a frame building behind his brick storefront. Only one bill paid. Mayor Livengood gave his farewell speech as Mayor-elect Miles will take office September first. He expressed regret at View's severance and vowed to stay in spirit. Meeting adjourned until September. Pay your groceries at Layton & Bilsiand's.
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Livangood
Washington Street
John Slattery
Livengood
Miles
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Cayington
Dan Simin
Lafayette
Duncan Puett
Howard Maxwell
Rockville
Ramsey
Maggie Keller
Shanks
Crawfordsville Journal
Fair Grounds
Warren County
Kent Township
Portland Arch
Coyington
Dewey Cycling Club
Danville News
Dr. Longacre
Sultan
Monticello
Attair
J. Logic’s
Josephine Webb
Adam Forepaugh Sells
Arenia
Loeb's
Appleman
Tremont Hotel
James W. Brissey
Veedersburg
van Buren Township
Kia
Maggie
Naughty Richardson
Old Settlers
Royal
Nyal
Layton & Bilsiand’s
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