Leaders and Gengetown Veterans Play a Classic Baseball Duel
A Saturday game between Leaders and Georgetown veterans entertained about 150 as Merryman and Holycross pitched well. Georgetown won 3 runs in the ninth after a tight 1–1 tie. Cardiff hit a homer and stole second, with Mike Smith, Printy, and Merryman delivering key plays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gengetown
Georgetown
Merryman
Hollycross
Cardiff
Fair Grounds
Holycross
Miscellaneous 1901 classified items and ads
A collage of 1901 notices and ads including threshing trip details for Oklahoma, excursion ticket offers to Home City, grain product testimonials, Jell-O dessert promotion, Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin health claim, and at home work advertisements seeking agents and laborers.
Distemper Cure Promoted for Horses Cattle and Dogs
For sale by Geo. Cook Estray details a roan pony about 6 years old weighing 850 pounds branded on the left hip, found 175 miles south of Covington this week owner can claim by calling and paying charges. Wanted General agents to handle a stud button cuff holder with sample by mail 25 cents. terms for agents offered by J M Marks Co Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Estray
My Place
Covington
Will Alexander
Gan
Mai
Tragic Wagon Train Tragedy Near Wyatington
On a Sunday night C L Shaffer his wife and two daughters were struck by west bound train No 3 on the Walvoush railroad at a crossing west of the city. Mr Shaffer and his wife were killed instantly. The three daughters suffered severe injuries with Lilian dying during conveyance and Mary mortally wounded. The wreck ties to a recent Cass county incident. The Shaffers were respected residents of the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lil- Jinn
Mary
Soldiers Monument project eyed for October dedication
Indianapolis delay on dedicating the Soldiers and Sailors Monument. The executive committee plans a date between the 5th and 15th of October to raise about 10000 dollars for expenses. Sub committees will be city residents to manage affairs, with Governor Durbin reopening talks with President McKinley to attend if possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lndianapolis
Jame
Solviers
Puavbin
Pth
Ho Owas
Indianapolis
McKinley
Durbin
Drorbin
Indiana fund drives for Harrison Monument yield early returns
The Benjamin Harrison Monument Association in Indiana used state vice presidents to draft lists of 100 likely supporters. Typed letters were sent for signing and mailing. Massachusetts responses alone total four dollars fifty cents so far.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Benjamin Harrison Monument Association
Indiana
Massachusetts
Whitreap Case Continued Before City Court
The Whitereap case at Blogmington proceeded with the October term under the city court. Defendants and witnesses have been notified to appear for trial with expectations of no further delays.
Dedication Set for Nancy Hanks Lincoln Monument
A ceremony will mark the dedication of the Nancy Hanks Lincoln Monument at Lincoln City in October. Governor Durbin will attend, and no invitation will be extended to Governor Yates of Illinois.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nancy Hanks Lincoln
Rockport
Dod
Dame
Lincoln City
Durbin
Yates
Ilinois
Lightning Kills Four Harvesters Near Lodi
A storm at about 6 p.m. yesterday struck a wheat field on the J C Albert farm near Lodi, killing four men at work. The victims were Frank Bridgewaters Anderson Webster Johan Wiggle and Samuel Stewart.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brazil
J. ¢. Elalbert
Lodi
Frank Bridgewaters
Anderson Webster
Johan Wiggle
Samuel Stewart
Farmer Hurt After Falling Into Reaper in Indiana
Evansville July 1 Henry Schlegeter a farmer living below town was seriously hurt after falling into a reaper He suffered cuts and lacerations beyond recognition in the incident near his home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
Ind
Henry Schlegeter
Seward Drake Dies by Own Action Near Bloomington
Seward Drake, 41, committed death by own action by swallowing morphine in Bloomington Indiana on July 2. Domestic differences are cited as the cause. Drake had been dissipating prior to the act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bloomington
Ind
Train Crash Kills Two in Huntington Crossing
At the Wabash railway crossing in Huntington Indiana on July 2 Henry Mosier and his two children were in a collision with a passenger train. Myron Mosier 17 and Bessie Mosier 39 were instantly killed while Henry Mosier was fatally injured. The horse died and the vehicle was torn to pieces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington
Ind
Henry Mosier
Liane
Wabash
Myron Mosier
Bessie Mosier
Kenry Mosier
Mr. Mosier
Beesie
Sudden Death of U S Circuit Judge Woods in Indianapolis
Judge William A. Woods of the United States circuit court died last night of heart disease in Indianapolis. He had felt unwell earlier but continued about his evening duties and collapsed near midnight as his wife was at his bedside. A physician could not be summoned in time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
William A. Woods
United States Circuit Court
Portland Ind. Factory Chief Shoots Self in Factory
Jay Wen ley manager of the wood canning factory in Portland Indiana killed himself by shooting through the heart. He was a prominent businessman with wealthy relatives. No motive is known though business worries may have driven the act. His widow mother and sister are prostrated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Portland
Ind
L—C. Jay Wenley
Ood
Youthful Murderer Mumete End July 2
Reports describe a fatal shooting after a dispute led to Minnie McCadl striking Walter Drievold with a beer ghiss, prompting Driscoll to return with a revolver and fatally wound the victim. Youngs Driscoll confessed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie McCadl
Walter Drievold
Youngs Driscoll
Alderman's scheme to remove rival newsstand ends with bigger stand
A follower of a city alderman sought to evict a desirable newsstand under elevated railroad stairs. The alderman promised action and pulled wires, obtaining an order to compel the dealer to leave. The dealer refused, and a formal complaint was filed, noting the stand remains and has been replaced by a larger one.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Commercial Advertiser
Door Scraper Notes Lead Sir Frederick to London Friend
A London Standard quip recalls Sir Frederick Gore-Ouseley using a door scraper note to locate a friend in London. The piece also mentions varied weather counts for Dublin Moscow and Iceland and a Salem Children’s Day program set for Sunday evening July 1 at 7 o'clock with an invitation to all.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Frederick Gore-Ouseley
Oxford
London
Sir Frederick
London Standard
Salem
Salem Church
So'elock
Fatal Accident in Monticello and Railway Dismemberment
A deadly accident near Monticello Indiana claimed a 65 year old man named Hall from Ottawa who died instantly after a barn collapse. Four workers were injured when a scaffold failed as they stood on it. In Rhode Island an unmarried 23 year old Samuel Sherwood was struck by a swivel engine while switching cars at the Dan Handle yards, severing his left arm and leg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Monticello
Ind
J. 1. Hall
Ottawa
Pell
Dmy
Reynolds
Rhokomo
Samuuel Sherwood
Campers Return After Ten Day Stay Below Town
The young ladies who camped below town for ten days broke camp and returned home on Tuesday. They report a fine time with improvement and new experiences. Hugh Murray and Mrs Laura Neal wed in this city at 6:30 a m July 4 by Rev Hen gon. They joined excursion to Williamsport after the ceremony and are now at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Murray
Laura Neal
Hengon
Williamsport
Bold Horse Thief Strikes Barrett Barn in Broad Daylight
In South Bend Indiana on July 1 a thief stole Joba Barretts pacing horse Chivid from Barretts barn. The young man left no trace and Roe horse has started in many races indicating a possible racing scandal or unknown suspect connected to local stables.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Bend
Ind
Joba
Barrett
Chivid S&s
Roe
Thacher Acquitted in Forgery Trial Out of Mercer Estate
Springfield June 78 The case of George W Thacher charged with forging late Millionaire Mast’s name on notes totaling 2500000 ended with a verdict of acquittal. The jury returned after a brief deliberation finding no guilt while Mast had signed notes representing estate funds he did not deliver to Mercer estate debts. The court praised the jurors and dismissed the case with no further actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
George W. Thacher
Mast
Uhacher
Mercer
Dance Tragedy Shocks Metropolis As Two Jailed
A dance event in Metropolis ended in a tremble leaving two suspects jailed and under medical care. Victims and witnesses describe injuries while the crowd fled the scene. Authorities probe the cause as dance hall security reviews footage. The incident disrupted an evening gathering and sent shock through the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mietropelis
Bemweri
Mir
Dbiroeipert
Ames
Metropolis
Ohio Wife Murderer in Newton Falls Tries Suicide
Rollin Hawkins a farmer living near here shot and killed his wife then attempted suicide yesterday in Newton Falls He had quarrel with Mrs Hawkins who lay on a couch when he fired a bullet struck the back of her head Hawkins is jailed awaiting further action in the case
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton Falls
Rollin Hawkins
Lightning's terrible work on Chicago lakefront pier
Eleven men were killed by a single bolt of lightning while fishing on Lake Michigan at the foot of Montrose boulevard in Chicago. The bolt struck the pier where they sat, throwing all into the water.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Lake Michigan
Montrose Boulevard
Boat capsizing claims two campers near Grins Bridge
East Liverpool Ohio June 29 Angus Hodgson 17 and Frank Beatty 24 members of a local camping party drowned when their boat capsized in deep water at Grins Bridge yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Liverpool
Angus Hodgson
Frank Beatty
Grins Bridge
Here
Benson's Porous Plaster Ad Claims Superior Healing Value
An advert promises Benson's Porous Plaster as the top cure for coughs colds chest diseases rheumatism grip neuralgia kidney trouble and back pain. It warns against Capsicum Strengthening or Belladonna plasters and cites 5000 physicians and prize awards. Printed by Benbury & Johnson Mfg Chemists New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Benson’s
Benbury & Johnson, Mfg
Chemists
N.Y
Safe rule on clothing warranties and dealer trust
The text endorses a rule that clothing should be warranted for style fit quality and price. It advises going to a dealer who sells such items where buyer money is safe. It emphasizes confidence in product and terms as the warranty concept.
Railroad Excursions to Panama Exposition Reach Peoria and Beyond
Peoria travelers offered through car service on Peoria to Minneapolis and St Paul routes. Through rates and tickets available from Peoria City Ticket Office. Advertises Pan American Exposition travel from Buffalo May to November with rail and lake routes to Niagara Falls Adirondacks Muskoka Lakes and New England.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. St. Paul
Mason City Mail
Teaves Covington Insp
Buffalo N. Moan
Mig
Attea
Stailagher
Tiss
Butlnco
Ningi Falls
Buffalo
Muskoka Lakes
Adirondacks
New England
Hot Springs
Arkansas
Wabash
United States
Gallacher
Covington
Pad
Rene
Niagara Prlis
Badalo
Wii
Cote Mencine
Fetar
Lathalos
Eallon
Sato
Warnes de Lysen
Colorado
Utah
South Dakota
Minnesota
Avcast
Colorado Springs
Denver
Pueblo
Glenwood Springs
Ogden
Salt Lake City
Deadwood
Lead
St. Paul
Minneapolis
Duluth
Minn
Theas
Big Four Koute
Warren J. Lynch
T. A
W.P. Deppe
G.P
T.A
Cincinnati
Ohio
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Mike Smith
Printy
Merrymans
Lunny
Setorita
Oklahoma
Andrew Richardson
Ed. Osborne
Mr. Richardson
Forome City
Island Park Assembly
Wabash HR. K.co
Washington, D.C
Genesee Pure Food Co
LeRoy
N. Y
C.F. Myers
Caldwell
LeRoy Allen
Frankfort Book Co
Attica
Geo. Cook
J. M. Marks & Co
Dearovon St
Indiana State News
Harrison Monument Fund
Greensbare
Jad Ue
Henderson
Mieht Elerk
Niiberdow
Ddis
Ene
Dbs
Enroaad
Witl
Mangleai
Judge Woods
Dublin
Moscow
Iceland
Murray-Neal
W. W
Lcett
North Vernon
McClure
Wipling
Elizabeth Stuart Phelpse
Getion
J. VP
Livite
Odlice West Side
Coyington
Bold Horse Thief
George Thacher
Benson
Pain
Towa Central
Peoria
Iowa Central Railway
Jindeanapolis
Monon
Koaehdaie
Springfeld
Quincy
Indianapolia
L. C
Missouri
Frisco
Bryan Snyder
Frisco Line
St. Louis
Big Four
Louisiana
Kentucky
Tennessee
Mississippi
Alabama
Wisconsin
Michigan
Virginiac
West Virginia
Gen Pags
Tkt. Agt
W. P. Deppe
G. P
Ortland
Seattle
Tacoma
Northwest
Helena
Spokane
St. Louis Union Station
Clover Leaf
Shrect Connection
Union Station
Burlington Limited
Sc. Louis
Billings
Palace
Turist
C. D. Whitney
ALF
Eslus Sf
Sufta'oal
Niagara
New York
Boston
Eastern Point
Callonor
F.P &T.A
Chicarn
Warnes J. Luxon
Ohto
H C. Yount
Covington, Indiana
Washington Street
M. B. Church
Ilber F. Stilwell
Notars Public
Bert Insurance Companies
East Side Public Square
Hurter’s
John B. Martin
Office Mayer Block
Public Square
P. Lewis
Attorney AT Law
Gevert
Allen's Block
Mvingood & Livingood Attorneys AT Law
Covington Banking Company
N. Voliva
Bnewtown
Jas. Towey
Coleman's
Romer Sewell
Maurier Culture Magazhe
Wits
Evers
Modern Culture Magazine Co
Cleveland
Sterling Remedy CO
Rocky Mountain
Major Cement
York City
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