Death of William W. Lowe Former Greensburg Stone Master
William W. Lowe of Indianapolis died Sunday at eighty five. He formerly lived in Shelbyville and Greensburg where he built the county stone industry. He owned quarries known as Lowestone and later Adams quarry near St. Paul. Survived by daughter Mrs. Henderson Bishop and others. funeral at College Avenue Baptist Church Indianapolis with burial at Crown Hill. He served in the Mexican War and was a prominent church member. He contributed stone for the State House and lived in Shelby county 1848 to 1874. The family notes his wealth and long public life amid health decline.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William W. Lowe
Indianapolis
Shelbyville
S. H. Bishop
Mace Thomson
Orville Bishop
Lowe
Dr. McFadden
McDaniel
Decatur County
Orange County
Jonathan Lowe
Greensburg
Fourth
Indiana Regiment
Ann Evans
Henderson Bishop
Samuel
Franklin
Thomas
Joplin
Malinda Shirk Herod
Thomas A. Shirk
Turner
Root Juice Cure Promises Widely in Greensburg
The Root juice remedy attracts crowds to Batterton's drug store in Greensburg with many locals claiming cures for indigestion constipation rheumatism and kidney complaints. Advertisement boasts universal healing for stomach liver kidneys and blood with testimonials and price for one bottle at 1 or six for 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greensburg
Batterton
Ater
Batterton’s
Advertised Letters list to be sent to dead letter office
The notice lists addressees H. D. Davis B. F. Hart Joe Moore Rev J H Oderkird William E Short John Watters Miss Bertha Persing William Shaver Mrs Dela Clemens Mrs Jose Riser Rupert Elmerick F E Huber P G Herbert Cards also names. These letters and cards will be sent to the dead letter office March 24 if not claimed beforehand. L D Braden P M
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. D. Davis
B. F. Hart
Joe Moore
J. H. Oderkird
William E. Short
John Watters
Miss Bertha Persing
William Shaver
No Title: Witty Exchange on Courtship and Faults
A sharp exchange contrasts a woman's view of a man's flaws before marriage with a quip that men forget their faults when visiting. The lines reflect social humor on courtship expectations and self awareness.
The Malays and Their Superstitions
The Malays’ daily life is described as guided by superstition. Debts avoid payment on Friday for fear of poverty, and certain days are deemed unlucky. Shaving and nail cutting on specific days, fear of noon sleep, and omens from animals are noted as warnings.
Japanese Advertising Marks Reveal Trade Power in Asia
The Japanese use distinct geometric trademarks to identify company goods. European and Chinese port observers quickly learn these marks, allowing rapid insight into commerce and shipping. Even illiterate laborers in Chinese ports recognize Japanese brand marks.
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Japan
Lightning Shapes and Thunderless Summer Flashes
Lightning can be seen up to 200 miles away when clouds are high, while thunder is rarely heard beyond ten miles. Sound is altered by air density layers and sound shadows from terrain, explaining the phenomenon of sheet or summer lightning that often comes with no thunder.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Studebaker
New England
Coal Formation and Composition in Ancient Plants
The text explains coal as altered and hardened plant matter formed from ancient vegetation. It states coal is 80 to 95 percent carbon with mineral ash and traps internal gas, more in anthracite and less in bituminous coal.
Everyday Exasperations Show Real Man Within
A reflective line about how routine irritations reveal true character and inner strength, suggesting personal integrity emerges in daily struggles.
Notice to heirs creditors in Kirby estate Decatur Court
Notice is given that Lain Kirby administrator of Zella Kirby deceased has filed final settlement in the Decatur Circuit Court Greensburg Indiana. The court will examine the account on March 16. Heirs creditors or legatees must appear to show cause why the account should not be approved. Dated February 28 1908. Myron Jenkins Clerk Bennett Davidson attorneys.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zella Kirby
Decatur Circuit Court
Decatur
Greensburg
Indiana
Myron
Jenkins
Bennett & Davidson
Attys
Sheriff Sale Notice in Decatur County Indiana
Execution directs public sale of 15 acres in Decatur County Indiana on March 21 1908 at Greensburg Court House between 10 am and 4 pm to satisfy Almira Sanders claim against Elijah and Didama Rogers. If full judgment not realized, fee simple real estate will be exposed for sale. valuation relief waived. R P Hamilton attorney for plaintiff. February 1908.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decatur County
Greensburg
Indiana
John J. Puttmanun
James Hart
John G. Guthrie
Elijah Rogers
Didama Rogers
Almira Sanders
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W. W. Lowe
Colt
Ayer
J.C. Ayer Co
Lowell
Mass
Old Town
Yen
Rae
Coal Formation
Oeme - Bronisema
Jecatur
R. P. Hamilton
Foley
Foley & Company
Chicago
J. H. Batterton
Nion Trust Company
Greensburg, Indiana
Uns
Walter W. Bonner, J. H. Christian, W. H. Robbins
Chas. Zoller, Sr
James M. Woodfill
James B. Lathrop
Frank Robbins
Isaac Sefton
Barrington Boyd
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