Assassination Attempt on Theodore Roosevelt at Milwaukee
Theodore Roosevelt narrowly escaped a fatal shooting in Milwaukee as he entered his car to speak at the auditorium. John Schrank, a New York resident, fired a pistol and was restrained by Roosevelt aide Itlbert A. Martin and Captain Gerrard. Col Cecil Lyon prevented a second shot. Roosevelt, injured, later addressed the crowd. The coroner’s office moved to Mercy hospital in Chicago for examination.
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Theodore Roosevelt
Milwaukee
Kilpatrick
Itlbert A. Martin
Gerrard
Roosevelt
Cecil Lyon
Texas
John Schrank
East Tenth Street
New York
the Auditorum
Mercy Hospital
Chicago
Wermly
Ile Wight
Paul
Kia
Yprey
Morrison Speaks in County Courthouse Hall
Congressman Martin A Morrison campaigned this week across the county speaking in the city courtroom on Tuesday evening. The crowd heard local figures and candidates including John Adams of Clinton and reflected on Morrison's record in Congress. The report notes mixed reception and calls for another appearance to better gauge impact on voters.
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Martin A. Morrison
Bryan, Wilson & Marshall
Sam Ralston
Covington
W. E. Livengood
St. P.m
Murray and Hardesty Wed Quietly in River View City
Lee Murray and Beulah Hardesty were quietly married Sunday evening. Murray, connected with River View dairy, and Beulah, daughter of Mr and Mrs Walter Hardesty, will reside in the city.
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Lee Murray
Beulah Hardesty
Walter Hardesty
Mr. Murray
River‘view
The Wisdom of Ignorance Sermon at First Presbyterian
Morning worship will feature The Wisdom of Ignorance as the pastor’s theme. The C E Society will lead the evening service with a special program. The society’s monthly social is at the church tonight. The annual church meeting is set for next Thursday evening at the church. Sale bills are printed.
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First Presbyterian Church
C. E. Society
A New Party Not Needed in Our Government
The piece argues that parties are instruments for the people to express will, not the makers of history. It contends loyalty to existing parties is essential unless they fail to express popular demands, and urges citizens to reform within the Republican framework rather than form a new party.
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Ofsen
Willnere
Evers
Geo. Athlon Bt Citven
Weldthe
Repebscan
Graham Bridge Not Set In Wabash Troy Townships
The Graham bridge on the line between Wabash and Troy townships, damaged last summer, will not be rebuilt this year after bids exceeded estimates. The winter use will be allowed via temporary repairs by the Wabash township trustee, with a full rebuild planned for spring. Hazel Longacre, daughter of Dr and Mrs H E Longacre, is reported critically ill at their west city home near the power plant, showing brief improvement. Mrs Ed Daller sells or trades in real estate in Covington R D.
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Graham
Wabash
Troy
Standard Oil
Commissioner’s Court
Wabash Township
Hazel Longacre
H. E. Longacre
Mrs. Ed. Daller
Covington R. D
Presbyterian Church Meeting Next Thursday Address by Rev Crain
The Presbyterian church will meet next Thursday evening at 7 30. Rev Harry L Crain of Frankfort will give the address. The church roll will be called and three minute reports from each organization. Two trustees two elders and two church treasurers will be chosen. The Ladies Aid Society will oversee refreshments and social time. Members and the congregation are urged to attend. Four additional light posts were installed on the square and 60 lights now illuminate the grounds enhancing beauty and visitor convenience. Mr and Mrs Francis Smith visited Danville Monday.
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Presbyterian Church
Harry L. Crain
Frankfort
Ladies Aid Society
Bead Laymans' Evening at Methodist Church
In the pastor's absence a series of special meetings will be conducted at the Bead Laymans' Evening with brief addresses by laymen. Special music both vocal and instrumental will be provided. All are welcome to attend next Sunday evening. The pastor's morning theme will be The League of Pity.
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Methodist Church
League of Pity
Wilf Wed Saturday Marriage Announcement
The marriage of Owen Batchber principal of the city high school and Miss Zula Roberts of Davis township is announced for 8 p m Saturday at the bride's home with Dr Geo W Switzer officiating. Mr and Mrs Ratcher will occupy the house vacated by Mr and Mrs Paul Board as they move to a new home in Covington.
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Owen Batchber
City High School
Zula Roberts
Davis Township
Geo. W. Switzer
Progressives Hold Meeting at Stone Hills
Report notes a Progressive meeting held Monday at Stone Hills with shorter duration than last week in Shawnee township. A speaker addressed about three hours, touched on unity and potential new supporters, but no new converts were confirmed. Organizers emphasized efforts for Williamson or Tait, awaiting further word.
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Stone Hills
Shawnee Township
Barn Fire Destroys Farmstead and Stock
A barn fire at a Ghert foot way between Veedersbare and Hil saoee, Wes burned, destroying a barn and bucky with a horse. About twenty tens of has and several farm implements were burned. The loss was partially covered by insurance.
Oldest Fountain County resident Ki Martin celebrates 94th birthday
Uncle Ki Martin, likely the county and city’s oldest resident, marked his ninety four birthday with a family dinner hosted by his son Hon Johun B Martin and wife. Born October 13 1818 near Natural Bridge Virginia, he settled in Newtown then Portland and Covington, maintaining his faculties and mobility. W G Miles and wife from Chicago are visiting Covington.
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Ki Martin
Johun B. Martin
North Fifth Street
Virginia
Natural Bridge
Fountain County
Newtown
Portland
Fountain
Covington
Martin
Republicans Hold City Committee Session on Campaign Prospects
The Republican executive committee met in called session Tuesday forenoon with chairman, members, and most candidates present. They discussed campaign work, assessed the general situation, and agreed the full local ticket is likely to be elected as prospects in the county improve.
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Republican Executive Committee
Father McCabe Surprised by Son in Law Reveal
In Attica last week Father C M McCabe learned his daughter TuttEn married Ltarry Crone and was stunned by the unexpected news. The city press had noted the ceremony while McCabe was in town attending court duties, leaving him dumbfounded by the surprising development.
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C.M. McCabe
Monnay
Attica
Tieten
Ltarry Crone
McCabe
No New Developments in The Prosecution Case
The report notes no new developments in the case. Details mention the accused to start the ir, with references to trial dates and potential counsel. Me. McCabe is described as involved through late Mes Cramley aiding the State, while additional counsel may be employed by the defense.
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Rome
Pat
Barry
Tory
Sue Naie
Ceti
Rey
Cepia
McCabe Bean
Cramley
Lions
Bookovers Clubholds First Meeting at Als Starx tlergy2 Crockett Street
The Bookovers club met at Als Starx tlergy2 on Crockett street for its season opener. Miss Lulu Grubbs was elected corresponding secretary after Mrs. E C Dodson moved to Indianapolis. The group plans to join the State federation of clubs and resumes activities October 23 with Hamlet as the first study.
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Als
Starx Tlergy2
Crockett Street
Lulu Grubbs
E. C. Dodson
Indianapolis
State Federation of Clubs
T. C. Coffing
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