Four District Democrats Seek Francis Griffith’s Seat
In Versailles Republican notes Francis Marion Griffith faces a crowded field after Francis Marioni’s toga. P H McCormick of Columbus and Judge Willard New are among hopefuls. Others named include L Ert Slack Franklin Joe Cravens Madison J F Cox Columbus Lincoln Dixon North Vernon and Joseph H Shea Seymour, aiming to limit Griffith to two terms.
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Francis Marion Griffith
Vevay
Francis Marion
P. H. McCormick
Columbus
Indianapolis
Willard New
L. Ert Slack
Franklin
Joe Cravens
Madison
J. F. Cox
Lincoln Dixon
North Vernon
Joseph H. Shea
Seymour
Barkis
McCormick
Griffith
Stockinger Retired in Rush County After Ballot Standoff
Prof. W. A. Stockinger formerly of St Paul failed to win re election as Rush County Superintendent. George and A M Taylor received two and six votes respectively, adjournment after sixty ballots. William O Headlee, 24, a Richland school principal, was later chosen as a compromise candidate. Headlee was a state university student at election time.
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W. A. Stockinger
St. Paul
Rush County
Mr. George
A. M. Taylor
George
Stockinger
William O. Headlee
Headlee
Richland
State University
Rushville
Wesley A. Stockinger
Teachers’ College
Columbia University
New York City
Assessors' Returns Show Countywide Increase in Valuations
Total assessed value is $12,151,907 up from $11,239,605 with gains in almost all townships except Sandcreek. Clay records the largest percentage rise, Greensburg the second. The Board of Review will add corporate, railroad, gas well, and bank valuations, boosting the total by about $1.25 million.
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Greensburg
Board of Review
A Costly Mistake Dr Kings New Life Pills Ad
An old drug advertisement touts Dr King’s New Life Pills as a remedy for dyspepsia dizziness headache liver and bowel trouble at Grover and Bonner’s drug store for 25 cents. The copy warns against costly mistakes and promises gentle thorough relief.
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Dr. King
Grover & Bonner’s
Roosevelt Speaks in Indianapolis on Unity and Navy
President Roosevelt paused ten minutes in Indianapolis en route home from a Pacific coast trip. He urged unity, conservatism with purpose, and building up the Navy to maintain peace. Indiana officials and a large crowd heard his message stressing national destiny and responsible leadership.
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Roosevelt
Indianapolis
Pacific Coast
Durbin
Fairbanks
Beveridge
Jackson Place
Atlantic
Pacific
Indiana
Atlantic Coast
Mississippi Valley
Great Plains
Rockies
Pacific Ocean
Indiana Commission Appeals for State Exposition Help
Indiana officials issue a call for statewide cooperation to fund and prepare exhibits for the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair. The Indiana Building will host archaeological and historical displays, while competitive exhibits go to other fair buildings. communications go to Secretary James W. Cockrum.
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St. Louis
Indiana
Hoosier State
Commission
James W. Cockrum
State House
Indianapolis
Confederate Soldiers Homes Proposed by cleric in Rushville
The Rev W W Tevis urges government pensions and homes for needy Confederate veterans and their wives, arguing postwar mercy. He notes veterans aided Union casualties and praises bravery of southern soldiers while calling for care and support in old age. Commissioners named: Newton Gilbert Henry Marshall James CockRUM W W WICKS W W Stevens W H O Brien Crawford Fairbanks D W Kinsey Nelson A Gladding Frank C Ball C C Shirley Fremont Goodwine Joseph B Grass S B Fleming M W Max.
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W. W. Tevis
Sam
South
Caldwell
Chickamauga
Geo. H. Puntenney
Rushville
Newton W. Gilbert
Henry W. Marshall
James W. Cockrum
W. W. Wicks
W. W. Stevens
W.H. O'Brien
Crawford Fairbanks
D. W. Kinsey
Nelson A. Gladding
Frank C. Ball
C. C. Shirley
Fremont Goodwine
Joseph B. Grass
S. B. Fleming
M. W. Max
Commissioners
Meeting of Council Adopts Deferred Ordinances and Refits Posts
The council, led by the mayor, approved minutes. Dowden reported Fred Boyle as fire company member. Pending items include police and fireman salary, ordinances, and the traction company franchise. Will C. Woodfill reelected school trustee 7 to 1. Brick from hitch rack sale to Naegel. Stone price set at 5.5 cents per crushed stone. Special police report: 12 arrests, 2 mayoral cases, 7 convictions, 1 acquittal, 2 dismissals. Bills $246.42 approved.
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Dowden
Fred Boyle
Indianapolis, Shelbyville & South Eastern Traction Co
Will C. Woodfill
Robert Naegel
Western Horseman Offers 6000 Futurity for 1904 Foals
The Western Horseman of Indianapolis announces a $6,000 futurity stake for foals of 1904 with mares bred this year. Direct nominating and starting fee is free and incidental costs cannot exceed 8 dollars. A nomination is given to each subscriber. Also promoting maps at 25 cents.
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Western Horseman
Indianapolis
Indiana
Real estate assessments completed. board adopts filing method
Bartholomew county real estate assessments have been concluded and the county board of equalization met last Monday. A new procedure requires complainants to request a blank app, summarize their grievances in writing, and submit it for board judgment. Columbus Republic.
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Bartholomew County
Board of Equalization
Columbus Republican
Quick Relief for Asthma From Foley’s Honey and Tar
Parsons Kansas resident Miss Maude Dickens says eight years of asthma with near fatal attacks ended after she began using Foley's Honey and Tar. She reports immediate relief and urges others to try the remedy from Alexander and Co. for their job work needs.
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Francis Marioni
Toga
Washington
Adams
Westport Ae Eee
Millhousen Setae
Board OF Commissioners
Helen Kilkenny
New Portland
Ayer
Ayer Coddress, Co
Cowell, Mags
E.G. Schultz & CO
West Maintreet
BIG Four Hotel
Welcher
Prop
West Side Square
Pulse & Porter
Alex A. Foley Wa
Geene, Embry & Co
Live Stock Commission
Cincinnati Union Stock Yards
Long
West
Model Grocery
David Powell
Square
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