New Scaffold Ready as Keith and Rinkard Await Hangings
Michigan City Ind Oct 31 Joseph Keith and John Rinkard two Michigan City murderers under death sentence sit in a large room with a guard watching them. They hope the supreme court will reverse the sentences. Keith faces Nov 15 if not reversed. A new scaffold with a seven foot two inch drop has been built at the prison, replacing the older six foot drop. The old scaffold had two white spots and was used for Parker and McAfee. The pair have not sought a chaplain's solace yet.
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Michigan City
Ind
Joseph Keith
John Rinkard
Supreme Court
Keith
Shideler
Parker
McAfee
Rinkard
Veedersburg Street Fair a Big Success Week Last
The Veedersburg street fair drew crowds from nearby counties, with sunshine and good roads aiding attendance. Attractions included the electric fountain, Pan-American moving pictures, a Wild West show, and various amusements. police and marshals kept order as shoppers and families enjoyed the festive atmosphere.
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Veedersburg
Buffalo
Indianapalis
Maida
Hhimsef
Last Tax Instalment Deadline Approaches for County Residents
County Treasurer Luke reports a busy week as the final tax instalment is due next Monday November 4. The office will extend service to the limit to accommodate the rush of customers seeking payment.
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Luke
Reverend Henson Stays in Covington After Morocco Call
The Reverend Henson has decided to remain in Covington following a trip to Morocco where he received a call. The community welcomes the continuance of his ministry.
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Henson
Covington
Morocco
Mordey
Community Notes and Local Church Services Ad
The report mentions Newport's 160th anniversary and a 10 to 10 football tie between Thea Tads and the Hust End North East End, with the runaat Eeders achieving the draw. It notes the Yeadersburg Street Fair’s big success and a call for business support this Saturday. Presbyterian services are scheduled Sunday with Rev. HN Fowler delivering morning and evening sermons, inviting all members to attend and read the parish poster for vital information.
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Thea Tads
Hust End
North East End
Runaat Eeders
Presbyterian Church
HN. Fowler
Benson’s Plasters Promoted for Coughs and Colds
An advertisement extols Benson’s Perous Plasters as superior for coughs and colds claiming rapid relief and cure without disturbing the stomach. The plasters are recommended for chest or back use and for lung bronchial or kidney issues with minimal suffering.
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Benson
Supreme Court silent on weed cutting tax credit ruling
Indianapolis Oct 31 The Supreme Court refused to decide if weed cutting along public roads qualifies a landowner for tax credit in Perry township. The dismissal leaves the prior judgment in force, as the appeal was by a road supervisor who no longer held office.
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Supreme Court
Idianapolis
Perry Township
Multiple Indiana Casualties and Incidents Reported
In Muncie and nearby towns a strike among 10040 bands and Hemngray flint glass works workers has nearly halted operations as workers demand higher pay. A two year old girl in New Albany revived after being pronounced dead and questioned undertaker. A fast mail collision in Knox kills 18 year old Laura McClellan. William Dreehan, 52, commits suicide by carbolic acid in Marion. Annie Conan, 17, dies from injuries after a bicycle accident near Evansville.
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Muncie
Ind
Ers
Hemngray Flint Glass Works
Knox, Ind
Lake Shore
Fast Mail
Laura McClellan
Taking One's Life in One's Hands Distinction Told
A New Orleans Times-Democrat excerpt argues that the phrase taking one’s life in one’s hands misstates ordinary risks. It contrasts common dangers with true extraordinary peril, praising real heroism in rescues and river dangers as examples of genuine courage.
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New Orleans
Hoyt's Joke on M'Kee Playwright Delivers a Bit of Fun
In a New York City theater incident, manager Melee rebuffed an author seeking a reading of his play. The author, Hoyt, lingered from the box to press the manager, who finally faced Hoyt's work when McKee opened the box and accepted the script offering.
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Melee
McKee
Almain
Hun
Wort
Toyt & Melice
Tun Steudioe
Wisarn
Iloyt
Asew York Ciipper
Salmon Fiasco At New York Port Over Creosote Contamination
A New York Port shopkeeper faced alarm when a customer complained a saleable fish tasted of creosote. He recalled a creosote tank wagon near his delivery cart the day the fish were dispatched, suggesting possible contamination but the exact action remained uncertain.
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New York
New York Press
Picture Lulls Sleepless Minds Says Doctor
A physician claims a photograph of a yawning person can induce sleep in someone with acute insomnia. He suggests staring at the sleepy image for a moment to feel drowsy and perhaps drift to a nap on the couch.
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Morpheus
New York Times
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