Tragic suicide of Mack Smith amid engagement turmoil
Mack Clifford Smith aged 19 died by carbolic acid at his brother Blue's home after attempting suicide earlier and being plagued by despondency over fiancé Ruth Sweezy. The inquest by Coroner Parham found death by his own action. relatives described him as quiet and industrious. Burial followed at Mt Hope Cemetery.
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Mack Clifford Smith
Stehl
Blue
Parham
Ruth Sweezy
Reformatory
Mack Smith
Mt. Hope Cemetery
Barton’s Mosey Raisin Nale Delights Local Crowd
A lively event draws townspeople with authentic simple charm and steady crowds. Bartons marquee show brings smiles as the community gathers for a sincere, widely enjoyed celebration.
Smallpox In Town Confines Quarantine After Case
Samuel Russell, 65, contracted smallpox last Saturday and has stayed home for three months. Doctors Spining, Miller, Rowland, and Gillson confirmed the diagnosis and authorities imposed a strict quarantine.
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Samuel Russell
Spining
Miller
Rowland
Gillson
Foley Elected Chair of Ninth District Democrats
M. E. Foley was elected chairman of the Ninth congressional district by the Democrats at Frankfort on Thursday of last week. He had no opposition and has led the group for two years. He is considered a possible future candidate for Congress. The convention was straightforward, with delegates prepared to proceed as planned to Kokomo for the next gathering.
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M. E. Foley
Ninth Congressional District
Frankfort
Congress
Kokome
Jen -Wee
Wilkey
Millcreek
Joseph Wilkey
County Commissioners Reorganize and Set Year Appointments
The board reconstituted with one Republican Chas Thompson and two Democrats Bloom er Myers and James A. Copeland taking seats. New year appointments were made, whiskey licenses issued in Attica and Veedisburg, and county farm supplies distributed among local merchants.
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C. W. Thourpedt
Attica
Veedisburg
Lst
Townsley Veteran Citizen Dies in Covington Home
James L. Townsley aged about 70, a longtime Covington resident and Civil War veteran, died at his Liberty Street home after a brief illness. He served in the 63rd Indiana Volunteers, was active in Covington Lodge No. 2 I O F and John C. Fremont Post G A R, and left a widow and two children. Funeral services were held Sunday at 2:30 p.m. with the I O F lodge in charge. He was respected as a steady supporter of local improvements and held in high esteem for honesty and industry.
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James L. Townsley
Company G
Reg. Ind. Vel
Covington Lodge No. 2
John C. Fremont
B.O Townsley
Danville
Ross Crawford
Brazil
Liberty Street
Rev. Rhodes
The
Baptist Church
Covington
Atsber
Defalcation case ends in Fountain County
The Luke defalcation trial in Fountain County Circuit Court concluded with a verdict for the defendant after cross examination revealed errors in the expert report. The case, charging ex-treasurer Tyke Luke with a $7,526.63 defalcation during 1898 to 1902, marked the first in a series of similar actions.
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Luke
Fountain County
Tyke
Fountain
Stte
John B. Martin
O. B. Ratcliff
C. W. Dice
Lucas Nebsker
Julian M. Martin
Circuit Court
Beeen
Martin
Lake
Happer
Deputy Clerk LeRy Sanders Weds Nora Jackson in City
Deputy County Clerk LeRy Sanders of this city married Nora Jackson of Kingman at the bride's home Saturday evening. Justice Sam Simms performed the ceremony. The couple, young and popular, have moved into the Price property on Fourth Street and will reside here.
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LeRy Sanders
Nora Jackson
Kingman
Sam Simms
Buh
Price
Fourth Street
Pioneer settler Mrs. Euseba Sewell dies at 84
Mrs. Euseba Sewell born Scott County Kentucky April 1, 1823 died at her home in the city Tuesday December 31 1907 aged 84 years and 9 months.
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Euseba Sewell
Scott ‘County
Fined For Intoxication In Cayuga Case
Two young men William Nolan and Thurman Nolan from Sear Cates visited Cayuga last Saturday and became boisterous after drinking. The Cayuga marshal and bystanders restrained them, and they were fined 32 dollars 60 cents after failing to secure bond. They then attempted to reach the postmaster at Silverwood where Lawrence Martin reportedly wrote a check for the necessary amount.
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William Nolan
Thurman Nolan
Sear Cates
Cayuga
Burton's money raising sale draws buyers
A fragment notes attendees at Burton's money raising sale including Miss Lucile Evans among those who have purchased items.
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Burton
Lucile Evans
Public Sale Near State Line by Clem and Son and Wall
W H Clem and son and John Wall will hold a public sale 23 miles southeast of State Line on the Clem farm Monday January 20 1908. A choice lot of stock and farm implements will be sold with eleven months time on sums over five dollars. Robert Butler will cry the sale and lunch will be served on the ground.
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W. H. Clem and Son
John Wall
State Line
Clem
Robert Butler
Big Pre Inventory Sale at Fountain Mercantile Co Veedersburg
The Fountain Mercantile Co announces a ten day slaughter sale begun last Wednesday with greatly reduced prices. The ad promises huge profits for readers and claims the firm is well known and trusted in the Veedersburg area for square dealing.
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Fountain Mercantile Co’s
Veedersburg
Fountain Mercantile Co
McGinnis Found Guilty in Assault Case
Walter McGinnis was convicted in circuit court of assault and battery with intent to murder his father, William McGinnis. Judge Schoonover imposed six months in county jail plus costs, suspended on condition of sobriety and staying away from Salina.
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Walter McGinnis
William McGinnis
Schoonover
Commissioners award contract for Zackmire bridge
On Tuesday the commissioners approved the contract to construct the Zackmire bridge, finalizing plans and funding for the project. Exact contractor and bid details were not disclosed in the accessible text.
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Zackmire Bridge
Modern upgrades at Sailor's dental office debut
A visit to Dr. Sailor's dental parlors reveals extensive modern improvements. The doctor recently completed a post graduate course at Chicago Dental College and has installed a complete new outfit of equipment, matching the latest fashionable parlors in major cities.
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Sailor
Chicago Dental College
Dental Equipment Sale Promises Safe Modern Clinic Tools
The listing describes a new adjustable dental chair with an oil driven lift and a glass cuspidor flashing during operation, plus a water powered lathe and drilling device designed for patient comfort. It emphasizes neat, clean setup and high patient security as part of a broad sale to interested patrons.
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Pértte
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