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Newspaper
English News
Location
English, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1900
Page
3
The English News column highlights a Monday commissioners court, local entertainment previews by Sells and Grays, and a note that Muncie hosts six brass bands. It also mentions a West Baden soldiers’ reunion in August, pension raises for residents, civic events, and a stream of neighborhood social updates with numerous names and places.
George W. McFarland longtime Louisville Sun Life Insurance Company superintendent died after a days long illness of araemia at St Mary and Elizabeth Hospital. He was thirty two and left a widow three children two brothers and two sisters. He began as a motorman then rose to Assistant and Superintendent in Louisville. Interment occurred at Cave Hill Cemetery with a large turnout.
The Greenfield Democrats nominated Samuel Bennett for Trustee and Milton Apple for Assessor at their last Friday convention. A reliable report notes ten gallons of whisky, hats torn, some fights, and swearing. Crop prospects are mixed with warm weather and rain. fruit and stock remain strong. Local notes urge cleaner highways, avoid litter, and report ongoing liquor license controversy in Liberty township. Birdseye hopes for Indiana Southern railway inclusion with substantial incentives.
Sells and Gray announce a large annual circus and railroad show at English this June with a grand free street parade at 10 o clock. New acts include the Rough Riders and a clown band. open dens of wild animals will be free in the parade. Excursion rates apply and this is the county’s only big show this year.
A vintage ad touts Electric Bitters as the cure for a long list of female ailments. It claims the remedy regulates stomach and kidney function, purifies the blood, and improves nerves, eyes, and skin, promising a healthier, more attractive woman with clear benefits from Roberts Miller’s Krug Store.
The document expresses sorrow for the death of Aiva Rhiodes, noting a bright future and strong character. It offers condolences to the bereaved parents, acknowledges the vacant seat at the school, and requests publication of the resolutions in English papers and a copy to the parents.
The case against F. P. Walts for perjury over a change of venue was dismissed. Judge Baer quashed the indictment, noting the right to seek a venue change to obtain a fair trial. Watts’s supporters learn the matter is concluded and the case is ended.
Notice reveals Oscar PL Johnson named administrator of the James Bruner estate in Crawford County Indiana on May 14 1900 with belief the estate is solvent. Attorney Jerry L. Sudderth listed.
Creditors and heirs of Tena Miller deceased must appear in Crawford Circuit Court at English Indiana to show cause why final settlement accounts should be approved. Witness Clerk Gregory in May. The notice warns heirs to prove heredity and receive distributive shares.
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