Farmer Iswrael Keller Attempts Suicide Near Kingman
Ikwel Keller a prominent farmer three miles west of Kingman shot himself Saturday morning wounding left side and heart area. He lies in critical condition with a pool of blood at the barn. Neighbors and a physician attended him before his removal to the house. Keller, once confined to the Central insane hospital at Indianapolis, had been described as despondent and mentally troubled in recent times.
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Ssmael Keller
Kingman
Keller
Passich
Kelier
Trebony
Central Hospital
Indianapolis
Suit to Break Will Of Dr Alex Whitehall
A circuit court suit challenges the will of late Attica resident Dr Alex Whitehall. The case centers on his eccentric life as a meta physics follower and spiritualist. Once a Civil War army surgeon and noted for surgical skill he later faced mental illness and retirement after a sunstroke. The action involves his daughter from a prior marriage and raises questions about his testamentary decisions.
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Alex Whitehall
Stawne Township
Whitehall
Attica
Lee Whitedhs
Preparatory School
Chicago University
Central Hospital For the Insane
Indianapolis
Soldiers
Danville
Ill
Washington,d.c
Grant
Memorial Sermon to be Preached at Local Church
The Rev. Geo W Watkins pastor of the Christian church will preach the memorial sermon at 11 00 Sunday morning in the Christian church in this city. A change from Rev J R Spainbour was announced last week. The public is invited to attend these services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geo. W. Watkins
Christian Church
J. R. Spainbour
Tornado Strikes Township Causing Barn Damage and Injuries
A severe local storm tore through the region Thursday afternoon last week, with two converging gusts near the Weiser and Fruits area. George Fruits’ barn was lifted from its foundations and hurled about sixty feet, while Penny Leons sustained a scraped ankle after taking shelter in a shed roof hole. Many sugar maples fell, roads flooded to knee depth, and rain persisted for about three hours, described as the worst in years in a narrow south to northeast strip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Od Plans
Weiser and Fruits
George Fruits
Penny Leons
Frankfort Dedicated Park to Be Open July Fourth
Frankfort will dedicate a new public park on July 4 described as the finest yet in the city. Hon. Chas W. Fairbanks has promised the address, signaling a great meeting to mark the occasion.
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Frankfort
Chas, W. Fairbanks
Memorial Services at Christian Church May 28
Memorial services will be held at the Christian church on Sunday May 28 at 11 am. Rev. George Watkins will deliver the address. The W R C and all soldiers and sailors are requested to meet at 10 am at G A R Hall and march to the church in a body. Everyone is invited. Special music is planned.
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The
Christian Church
George Watkins
G. A. R. Hall
Richmond Principal Offered Terre Haute History Post
Last Saturday W. D. Waldrip, principal of Richmond High School, was invited to Terre Haute for the role of Assistant Professor of History at the State Normal. He spent Sunday with his parents and, upon returning to Richmond, is still considering the offer. The Ledger notes he aims to return to Fountain County where he is a leading Republican candidate for county superintendent. Also listed: For sale cheap two Jersey milch cows.
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W. D. Waldrip
Richmond
Terre Haute
State Normal
I. C. Waldrip
Narrowly Escapes Big E M F 30 Over Portland Arch
A Danville touring car, Big E M F No 39, fell from a bluff at Portland Arch Sunday afternoon. Passengers including Dr Waggan Miss Jessie White and others suffered fractures and injuries but all survived. Local surgeons assisted before the party returned to Danville. The accident drew praise for the rescuers and underscores the danger of the arch overlook.
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Danville
Portland Arch
Halsperte
Pon. Waggan
Jessie White
Sin. Smith
Donny Sample
Mrs. Said
Chicago
Wazmir
Wiraht
Dr. Wagnad
Covington
Earth Movers Defeat Gessie in Fast Baseball Game
Earth Movers of the Big Four gravel pit defeated the Gessie Nine in a Sunday afternoon game across the river. The contest was closely fought but the Earth Movers prevailed by a solid margin, aided by local mechanics and clerks who played with notable vigor and earned praise for their display.
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Gessie
The Leader Promotes Seasonal Bargains Across All Departments
Ideal opportunity to buy men's guaranteed all wool suits for 1500. Children's suits 8200 and better. Ladies ready-to-wear house dresses and wash dresses. Oxfor ds at a reduction of 10 to 30 percent. Muslin undergarments cut prices. Lawns dimities and foulards. Millinery goods nearly cut in two. The Leader emphasizes not carrying over merchandise between seasons and urges trade.
Surprise Birthday for Dan Gouty at Gessie Home
Relatives and neighbors gathered Sunday at Dan Gouty of Rileysburg’s home near Gessie to honor his 50th birthday with a surprise party. A splendid dinner was served at noon and an afternoon program followed with music by Edna Richardson and a talk by Rev. Torr. Many relatives and friends attended. Also mentions new linen, towels and wedding goods at J Loob’s Stores.
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Dan Gouty
Rileysburg
Gessie
Edna Richardson
Torr
Covington Honored at State Undertakers Meeting
At the annual meeting of the state Undertakers Association, M. Boord of Covington was elected president. The organization, with its national network, is described as a closely organized body across the United States. Boord’s elevation brings him into prominence within the trade.
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M. Boord
State Undertakers Association
Cit
Wes
Cosuine Var
Mav
Ioard Tod Heli Po
Usece Wien Prioy
Thors
Tor Ladiana Assoria
Nacional Asse
Ernd
United Tates
J M Phaipms Converts Corner Shop to Ice Cream Parlor
Local businessman J MR Phaipms plans to convert his corner shop into a first class lunch counter and ice cream parlor offering soft drinks and fruits. The corner has been refitted and redecorated with updated counters and furniture, aiming to attract patrons with up to date service.
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J. ER. Phaipms
Jim
Poipps
Court House Boys Win As Hershbeel Bros. Batteries Prove Strong
The Court House team defeated the High School by 4 to 2 at the Fair Grounds last Friday afternoon. The High School played well, but the Court House batsmen benefited from the Hershbeel Brothers as batteries, making the local nine too strong. The Court House lineup lacked a pitcher and catcher, and outside batteries carried the game for them.
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Hershbecel Bros
Court House
Fair Grounds
Hershbeel Bros
Court House Banch
Lightning Strike Injures Mrs Boggs Near Aylesworth
Mrs Fred Boggs of Nave Bros farm east of Aylesworth was struck by lightning during Thursday’s storm. The current entered through a stove after the chimney and burned flesh before medical help arrived. She recovered enough to be out of immediate danger but faces weeks of recovery. The storm damaged trees and fences, with Memorial Day services planned in nearby towns.
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Fred Boggs
Nave Bros
Aylesworth
Hasbard
Stantel
Phowich
Decoration Day Program and Notes
Decoration Day exercises planned by committee with a 1 pm band gathering at the court house lawn. Procession routes include Pearl Street Fourth and Liberty to Oak Grove cemetery, joining G A R and W R C. program in court room features prayers, music, readings, and addresses by Mary Coffing and Judge J M Rabb, with a benediction by Dr H K Fox. Citizens urged to donate flowers for grave decorations.
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Court House Lawn
Conn
A. BR. Wh
School Chidren
Pearl Street
Fourth
Pu Iic
W. R C
Liberty Street
Oak Grove Cemetery
Liberty
Association
C. F. Lowe
America
F. K. Dougherty
Danville Boy Narrowly Escapes Death From Wagon Accident
Marvin Logeh ten year old son of Arne Logeh and Lil Lowel of Danville was dragged by a large iron wagon while assisting his grandfather to plow. The team bolted, the horses pulled the wagon and barbed wire fence. The boy was found alive after the ordeal and is expected to recover, though internal injuries are possible according to Dr D E G Sounell.
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Marvin Logeh
Arne
Lowel
Danville
Lil
Jon Facts
D. E.G. Sounell
Aged Citizen James Vanpelt Dies at Home
James Vanpelt died at his home in southeast Steuben township last Saturday. Burial was held at West Lebanon on Monday afternoon. He was about 83 years old, death attributed to the infirmities of age.
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James Vanpelt
Steuben Township
West Lebanon
Mr. Vanpelt
Race Between Lew Allen and Roy Sanders
Lew Allen and Roy Sanders will shoot Manford Livengood and Claude Philpott a race of twenty five blue rocks per man for honors on Wednesday May 1 1911 at the grounds of the Western Indiana Gon Club.
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Lew Allen
Roy Sanders
Manford Livengood
Claude Philpott
Western Indiana Gon Club
Made a Good Haul.
Marshal DeHaven Deputy Sheriff Adkins and deputy Patrick arrested three young men aged 19 to 23 at the Big Four depot on a robbery charge. They confessed and had eleven revolvers and jewelry. they were taken back to Danville at 2 o'clock. Veedersburg mayor discusses light and water plants upcoming.
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DeHaven
Adkins
Patrick
Danville
Big Four
Smith
Wm. Summers
Harry Howard
Frank Smith
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Semael Keller
South
Troy
Jersey
Tharp & Price
Earth Movers
Crub Gessie
J. Loob’s
Mir
Court House Boys
Old Cemetery
Joseph Rabb
Ev. Watkins
First Christian Church
G. AR Rest Sundey
Il Oclosk
Fifth Street
Reading
Mary Coffing
Music—High School
J. MN. Rabb
H. K. Fox
Geo. W. Boughner
G. A. R Hall
Relief Corps
Hillsboro
O. W. McGaughey
Veedersburg
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