Great Revival at First and Centenary M E Churches
The Kerr brothers with Beach and Bennett stir Greensburg as First and Centenary Methodist churches unite for revival services drawing immense crowds. Indicated outcomes include multiple baptisms and three new church members with strong attendance and plans for next Sunday’s high day.
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M. E
First Methodist Church
Kerr Brothers
Methodist
Shelbyville
Rudy
Indianapolis
H. W. W. Kerr
J. McD. Kerr
H. W. Kerr
Greensburg
Hell
First
Christ
Rev
Abram
Lott
God
Lot
Sodom
Old Resident Hamp Marlow Dies in Sandusky
W J Hamilton Hamp Marlow, aged 72, longtime Decatur County resident, died at his Sandusky home Sunday leaving a wife and eight children. Born near Clarksburg January 2 1822, he was among the county's best known and most honored citizens. Funeral services were held at his home Tuesday at nine in the morning.
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Wj Hamilton
Hamp
Marlow
Sandusky
Clarksburg
Decatur County
Died at Hope Joseph W Higgins 1842 1808 midwest veteran dies
Joseph W Higgins born July 4 1842 in Clarksburg Indiana died January 22 1908 aged 65 years 5 months 18 days He enlisted in 1861 as Co K eighteenth Regulars married Sarah Solomon June 22 1864 Work as a dyer in woolen towns moved to Old St Louis in 1893 where he lived alone after his wife died in 1901
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Joseph W. Higgins
Clarksburg
Indiana
John T
Martha Higgins
Co. K Eighteenth Regulars
Sarah Solomon
Wollen
Old St. Louis
Comedian Seeks Job In Vaudeville Exchange
An irate vaudeville agent tests a lean applicant who claims comedian experience from Hamlet to omelet. The agent bluntly orders a laugh and dismisses the rest, ending the brief encounter at the desk.
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Lippincott’s
Right Handedness and the Heart in Human History
The New York American notes that early humans fought with the right hand to strike and the left to shield the heart. As weapons evolved, the right hand wielded spears and swords while the left protected the chest, leading to the widespread development of right handedness.
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New York American
Practical jokes with mispaired shoes in ancient tales
The piece recalls Chinese stories where hosts tamper with guests’ footwear as a joke. One man, in early times, mixed his guests' shoes so guests left with mismatched pairs. The prank caused slips and falls in the street, entertaining the host as friends departed.
Cidered Ham From Early Pennsylvania Dish
A recipe notes cider ham as an old Pennsylvania dish possibly pre dating William Penn. It instructs washing soaking twenty four hours then simmering in cider about fifteen minutes per pound until tender. Cool in cider and serve with aspic jelly and vegetables or sliced for sandwiches.
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Pennsylvania
William Penn
Pen Revival Trick Spurs Savings Message
A secretary offers another pen. the millionaire refuses and Demonstrates a cold water treatment that makes an old pen write again. He claims the method rejuvenates the pen without fail and can save money, per Exchange.
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Milionaire
County Treasurers Battle Bond Requirements in Indiana
Indiana treasurers side with bonds as sufficient for city tax collection but cities demand extra bonds. Supreme Court ruled treasurers must collect city taxes, Clark county official faced a $30 000 bond claim and refused to add more. Bedford Mail notes O B Trimble posted a $5 000 city bond after a depository law reduced liability from $20 000.
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Indiana
Supreme Court
Clark County
Jeffersonville
Bedford Mail
O. B. Trimble
Never Doing My Work Twice Boosts Mental Energy
The reader learns that refraining from overthinking and redoing tasks accelerates productivity. Constant mental rehearsal wastes energy, tires the mind, and robs creativity. Retiring with plans for the next day harms sleep and performance, unlike the disciplined worker who stays in the present.
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Beecher
Success Magazine
The Wary Editor and the Stradivarius Snafu
A musician protests a report failing to note his Stradivarius violin. The editor retorts that the paper would only advertise Stradivarius instruments at a steep price, mocking the musician's complaint.
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Stradivarius
Southwesterner
For That Terrible Itching Relief with Chamberlain's Salve
Elezema fetter and salt rheum cause torment. Chamberlain's Salve instantly lessens itching and has cured many cases. For sale at Batterton's drug store.
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Chamberlain
Batterton’s
Real Estate Transfers Listed From Sandcreek to Doles
A series of property transfers are recorded including Edward Woodward to Samuel N Patterson for fifty acres in Sandcreek township at 1000 dollars. Elma Douthit to William S Burney for land in Clay township 35225. James W Vanansdall to Nancy J Davis five acres in Washington township 3800. Bertha Eubank to Marion Eubank land in Marion township 45. Jerry O Gans to Joshua Humbles eighty acres in Sandcreek township 1000. Perry Tucker to George W Davis lots in Letts Corner 800. Charles E Shields et al to M A Tremain two lots in Adams 1500. Ed Shields to Arthur Toothman lot in Adams 100. James H Skinner to Lindsey C Jackson land in Marion township 3200. Lindsey C Jackson to Eva P Hamilton sixty six acres in Marion township 3650. Albert E Hunter to John Hunter undivided interest in land in Clay township 175. Susan F Moody to Rhoda Palmer land in Saltcreek township 275. Lara E Hart to Rhoda Palmer land in Saltcreek township 368. Orlando Doles to A A Moore ten lots in Doles addition 2600.
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Edward Woodward
Samuel N. Patterson
Sandcreek
Elma Douthit
William S. Burney
Clay Township
James W. Vanansdall
Nancy J. Davis
Washington Township
Bertha Eubank
Marion Eubank
Marion Township
Jerry O. Gans
Joshua Humbles
Perry Tucker
George W. Davis
Letts Corner
Charles E. Shields Et al
M. A. Tremain
Adams
Ed Shields
Arthur Toothman
James H. Skinner
Lindsey C. Jackson
Eva P. Hamilton
Albert E. Hunter
John Hunter
Clayownship
Susan F. Moody
Rhoda Palmer
Saltcreek Township
Lara E. Hart
Orlando Doles
A. A. Moore
Doles Addition
Farms for Sale in Greensburg Indiana Listings
A long block of farm advertisements for Greensburg Indiana details multiple parcels with sizes from 66 to 157 acres plus smaller tracts. Each listing notes soil quality, road access by pike, mail route and telephone, buildings including houses barns and outbuildings, wells cisterns wind mills and prices per acre or total prices. The broker William Fleming & Co. invites inquiries at Greensburg.
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Pike Road
Alert
Westport
Greensburg
William Fleming & Co
Ind
Dangerous Operation removal of the appendix described
An advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a cure for constipation headache biliousness and malaria. The copy claims the medicine prevents “frightful ordeals” like appendectomies and notes a price of 25 cents at F M Henry & Co.’s drug store.
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Dr. King
F. M. Henry & Co
Ohio bride learns dictionary definition of model husband
An Ohio bride discovers the word model once married means a small imitation of the real thing. The remark reflects a humorous misunderstanding of the term and the couple’s early marriage.
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Ohio
Simple Remedy for La Grippe Coughs
La grippe coughs are dangerous as they often develop into pneumonia. Foley's Honey and Tar stops the cough and strengthens the lungs to prevent serious results. The genuine product has no harmful drugs and comes in a yellow package. Refuse substitutes. Sold at Batterton's drug store.
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Batterton’s
Advertised Letters and Cards Pending Return
List of names including Loverine Buchanan Louie Jacobs Henry Jenners Tom Summett J D Stagg Mrs Louis Barg Mrs Mary Carson Miss Betsie Hopkins Miss Henrietta Stone and others with notices John C Brice Fred Bailer William Eagleson Charles Marsh Thomas Martin P O Pickard Mrs Mary Kincaid Mrs Sarah A Parker Rose Lawison will be sent to the Dead Letter Office on February 25 if unclaimed. L D Braden P M.
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Loverine Buchanan
Louie Jacobs
Henry Jenners
Tom Summett
J. D. Stagg
Louis Barg
Mary Carson
Betsie Hopkins
Henrietta Stone
John C. Brice
Fred Bailer
William Eagleson
Charles Marsh
Thomas Martin
P. O. Pickard
Mary Kincaid
Sarah A. Parker
Rose Lawison
L. D. Braden
P. M
Map Changes Daily Says Johnny in Family Debate
A mother argues with Johnny about geography as he recalls his father saying the world’s map changes daily. Johnny believes waiting a few years might let things settle.
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Johnny
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Beach and
Bennett Stirr
FOLEY
Peley & Company
Chicago
Hope
Kentucky
la Grippe
Dalvibert
Greensburg, Ind
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