William A. Lyon Pioneer Soldier Dies in 1900
William A. Lyon born January 1840 in Aberdeen Scotland. He served in the Sixth Indiana Volunteers and the Fifth United States Veteran Volunteers, fought at Chickamauga, later worked in insurance in Indianapolis and Chicago. He died June 3 1900 at Pleasant Ridge at age 60, never married, survived by four brothers and two sisters. Funeral services conducted by Rev. J D Keyes and the G A R.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. A. Lyon
Aberdeen
Scotland
Jefferson County
Indiana
Cincinnati
Ohio
Indiana Volunteers
Chickamauga
United States Veteran Volunteers
Indianapolis
Chicago
Pleasant Ridge
George H. Thomas Post
Grand Army of the Republic
Pleasant Ridge Cemetery
J. D. Keyes
Independence Day at Brica Grove Driving Park
Madison residents urged to stay home on the Fourth of July and support local Knights attractions at the county fair grounds. Citizens and merchants are asked to patronize the entertainment and take pride in Madison by avoiding travel to other counties.
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Madison
The Modern Beauty Uses Syrup of Figs for Cleanser
The modern woman thrives on good food sunshine and outdoor exercise. Her health shines through her features and she favors Syrup of Figs for gentle cleansing when needed, a product of the California Fig Syrup Co.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
End of Volunteer Army in Philippines to be Replaced by Regulars
Adjt. Gen. Corbin announces that the entire volunteer force in the Philippines will cease June 3 1901 and be replaced by regulars where possible. The first unit is to return in November. The Jefferson County United States Medical Board of Penton Examiners held a regular weekly meeting at the Madison Hotel. Mr. Charles Kalb departed by the afternoon train for Pomeroy Ohio after a week with his sister Mrs Fergus Cochran Jr.
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Adjt
Corbin
Philippines
Jefferson County United States Medical Board of Penton Examiners
Madison Hotel
Charles Kalb
Pomeroy
Ohio
Fergus Cochran, Jr
Nervous disorders linked to stomach weakness in headaches
The passage argues that irritability of the brain nerves weakens the stomach, making it sensitive and easily upset. It asserts that many headaches accompany stomach trouble and claims all nervous conditions yield to treatment addressing stomach nerves.
Nervine advertised by Miles promotes relief claims
A testimonial from Mrs. J M Ware describes severe head pain starting from a small brain spot, intensifying to a splitting ache with violent vomiting and long periods without food or drink, attributed to a nervous disorder cured by Miles Nervine. The note is signed by Mrs J M Ware of Wilkametea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Ware
Wilkametea
Bich
Prominent Merchant Urges Newspaper Advertising
A successful merchant exhorts fellow business owners to advertise in newspapers, noting that top firms rely on ads and that about ninety percent of failures stem from not advertising. Regular announcements keep merchants in touch with customers and sustain trade.
Weather Log Showed Hottest Afternoon Hours Across Month
The record lists hourly readings with dates and times noting temperatures around 60s to 80s, most days clear or partly cloudy, with wind directions. The note concludes that the afternoon hours were the hottest.
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Windo
Madison Hotel Arrivals List Includes Many Midwest Names
An arrivals list from the Madison Hotel names guests including W. H. Pearse of Chicago D. A. V. Lott of Cambridge City Mrs. Palmer J. Aukenback L. C. Butler Indianapolis R. Huffman Frankfort C. S. Tevis Indianapolis Harry Greaves Cincinnati L. Gronberg Philadelphia De Muer Indianapolis K. A. Copeland New York W. W. Clayton Indianapolis J. Ettlinger Cincinnati E. J. Hitt Indianapolis L. B. Mark Cincinnati G. Gebhardt Cincinnati P. N. Conner P. E. Bennett Chicago D. E. Wheeler Cincinnati T. F. Hartliet Merritt Chicago H. Rothchild Miss W. B. Schott J. F. Platt New Albany H. B. Hawkins Louisville M. M. Bardwell Jr Miss Maud Lungstall Indiana D. Cully Miss Jones R. McHatton F. L. Dubach Hannibal Mo Mrs. G. G. Dubach Mrs. J. D. Fette J. C. Baker Ghent Ky B. F. Springer Cannelton C. J. Roach Seymour J. N. Lake Indianapolis A. G. Burh Louisville T. J. Chariton Plainfield Maud Chariton Sam Charlton J. M. Coulter Chicago T. R. Paxton Princeton R. V. Hunter
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W. HE. Pearse
Chicago
D. AV. Lott
Cambridge City
Mrs. Palmer
City
J. Aukenback
L. C. Butler
Indianapolis
R. Huffman
Frankfort
And
C. S. Tevis
Harry Greaves
Cincinnati
L. Gronberg
Philadelphia
de Muer
K. A. Copeland
New York
W. W. Clayton
J. Ettlinger
E. J. Hitt
C. J. Roach
Seymour
J. N. Lake
A. G. Burh
Louisville
T. J. Chariton
Plainfield
Maud Chariton
Sam Charlton
J. M. Coulter
T. R. Paxton
Princeton
R. V. Hunter
Local News Highlights From Canaan Parish and Nearby
Community notes report Rev. W. B. Chamberlin to preach at Jefferson Church both morning and evening on Sunday June 10 with morning communion. Mrs. Solomon Weatherford and others recoveries, local visits, and several trips by Warfield, Mitchel, Gordon, and McDaniel families. Wheat crop expected light due to fly damage amid a partial solar eclipse observed by some residents. Ora Brinson builds a new house and barn. Hicks Sunday School prepares for Children’s Day observance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Barber
Joseph Eatherford
W. B. Chamberlin
Jefferson Church
J. N. Jerman
Canaan M. E
Solomon Weatherford
Henry Underwood
Bryantsburg
James Warfield
Joseph Weatherford
W. FE. Chamberlin
Hanover
James Buchanan
Ora Brinson
Eugene Gordon
Lemuel Gordon
Roy Mitchel
Fairview Social Notes Highlight Local Visits and Party
Mrs J T Sparks and daughter Stella visited Mr Henry Trinkle of Wirt. Mr Vash Culley of Indianapolis visited relatives. Wes ley Sparks and George Coppess bought new buggies. A party at the Sparks home on May 26 featured conversation games ice cream and cake with many guests including Stella Sparks and Mary Wyne among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Sparks
Stella
Henry Trinkle
Wirt
Vash Culley
Indianapolis
Wesley Sparks
George Coppess
J.T. Sparks
Gertrude Sullivan
Ellea Cosby
Delia Lory
Myrtle Lawler
Bertha Trinkle
Pearl McCauley
Maud Wiggam
Delphia Rock
Mary Wyne
Stella Sparks
Rosa Burton
Louie Wyne
Cusssie Wiggam
Otto Coppess
Charlotte Wiggam
Messrs
Otto Sullivan
Albert Loyd
Will Underwood
Harry Underwood
Otto Coaley
George Trinkle
John Holwager
Tony Coppess
Samuel Keager
Robert Burton
Herbert Sparks
Vosh Culley
Joseph Lory
Otis Lawler
Milford Burton
Vernie Burton
Masters Roscoe Wiggam
Davey Coppess
Edward Coppens
Counting the People Census Effort and Local Courtesy
The census is funded by the people and conducted for them. Obstructing enumerators harms employers, though courteous residents help the process. It is hoped local enumerators will finish with pleasant impressions due to citizen cooperation.
Ackermann Promoted to Assistant Superintendent
Mr. Wm. F. Ackermann formerly with Prudential Insurance in Seymour eight months is promoted to Assistant Superintendent at Franklin Indiana. Madison residents commend his fine business qualities and courteous manners and wish him success in his new field.
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Ackermann
Wm. F. Ackermann
Seymour
Prudential Insurance Co
Franklin
Ind
Madison
Memorial Day Service Invitation by Madison Lodges
J W Allen requests Tox Counter on behalf of North Madison Lodge 616 I O O F and Beulah Lodge 334 to invite Madison friends to visit next Sunday and decorate graves of deceased members. Flowers requested. The procession departs from the hall to Fairmount Cemetery at 2 pm. Hon M B Sulzer to be Memorial Day orator.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Allen
Tox
North Madison Lodge
Beulah Lodge
Madison
Fairmount Cemetery
M. B. Sulzer
Mr. Vow Letters Farewell to Washington Fire Co No 2
Mr Thomas Vow sent a letter to Washington Fire Co No 2 announcing his removal to Indianapolis and bidding the volunteers farewell. In recognition of the sentiments expressed, Mr Dow was named an honorary member on the stenographic stage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Vow
Washington Fire Co. No. 2
Indianapolis
Dow
Sstase
Lancaster Gleanings Local Briefs and Community Notes
Lancaster notes report Mrs Nelia Graham visiting Shelbyville then Nebraska to spend summer with relatives. Flora Giltner returns from Marion. Corda Ogdens ill. Rev Briggs conducted baptism for fourteen at Ogden's mill pool. Baptist Sunday School to observe Children’s Day June 10. Ruth Chapman visited Madison. Myrtle Roberts visiting Anna Cook of Madison. O A Wyne begins census duties. residents honor veterans at cemetery. locals weed and beautify graves. Mrs Hosteter of Correct visits grandchildren Mrs Fewell and Mrs Scott.
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J. B. McConnell
Nelia Graham
Shelbyville
Nebraska
Flora Giltner
Marion
Corda Ogdens
Briggs
Ogden’s Mill
Baptist Sunday School
Ruth Chapman
Madison
Myrtle Roberts
Anna Cook
O. A. Wyne
Lancaster
Bryantsburg Items
Rain drenches the past week as residents report showers. John Bryant of Tennessee buys land from Frank Hill. Bertha Custer visited sister Mrs. Charles Wood late last week. Mrs. Korab Kirk and children spent Tuesday evening at Mr. Jessup’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Bryant
Tennessee
Frank Hill
Bertha Custer
Charles Wood- All
Korab Kirk
Jessup’s
Baptism Services Draw Crowds at Baylors Budget
Several hundred gathered Sunday evening to witness baptism by Rev. Hall of Mount Zion M E church. Ten souls were baptized as a sign of faith. Mrs Nellie Jackson and daughter from Hanover visited. G P Jackson praised his horse Dewey on the road. Pearl Reed of Hanover attended Prospect Church. Farm notes report rainfall affecting work. corn and potatoes look good. oats steady. wheat not improving. FP Bivens notes wheat in the bottoms doing fairly well. James C Reed of Hanover brought a load of corn from his Saluda farm.
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the Beautiful
Hall
Mount Zion M. E
Nellie Jackson
Hanover
G. P. Jackson
Dewey
Pearl Reed
Prospect
Benjamin Slaters
Harrell
FP. Bivens
Local social notices from Volga and Madison district
Miss Laura McKeand of Volga visited Effie Gabel and attended the Madison commencement on Thursday and Hanover exhibition on Friday. Mr. Weaver spoke at Smyrna Sunday morning. Will Cleneweth joined the Hanover exhibition Friday night. Mrs Bertha Wallace spent several days in Madison last week. The Christian Endeavor Society elected delegates Effie Gabel Laura McKeand Clara Rutledge and Hattie Garrett to attend the district convention in Vevay on June 13 and 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laura McKeand
Volga
Effie Gabel
Madison
Hanover
Weaver
Smyrna
Will Cleneweth
Bertha Wallace
Christian Endeavor Society
Vevay
Clara Rutledge
Hattie Garrett
Bernice
Local Notes and Visits from Madison Area
Miss Katie Bloom of Madison spent part of last week with cousins Clara and Maggie Foltz at this place. Mr Robert Irwin, recently in Indianapolis, visited home on Sunday. Miss Leela Irwin is reported very sick. Diplomacy is defined as the art of conceding our dislikes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katie Bloom
Madison
Clara
Maggie Foltz
Robert Irwin
Indianapolis
Leela Irwin
Swaust Manis
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement by Madison Citizen
A Madison resident praises Dean's Kidney Pills as the best kidney remedy, recounting relief from back pain and normal kidney function after winter 1898 use. He claims strong head relief and frequent recommendations, noting the product is sold by all dealers at 50 cents a box, mailed by Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison
George Elienhees
East Second Street
Dean
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo, N. Y
United States
Doan’s
Dmon-Wed-Frid
Local Social News From Madison Visit and Family News
Missen ou Dannecker and Othe Willoughby attended teachers examination at Madison last Saturday. Mrs. Jonnie Rochat returned home from Madison where she had been staying. Mrs. George Giddings and daughters Hazel and Shirley visited J. W. Hash last Sunday. L. A.
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Missen Ou Dannecker
Othe Willoughby
Madison
Jonnie Rochat
George Giddings
Hazel and
Shirley
J. W. Hash
Madison Markets Price List and Commodities Summary
The page lists prices for grains seeds and groceries including Wheat at RAEN per bushel, Timothy seed at $1.50, Red Top and Clover seed around $4.00, apples and potatoes per bushel or per pound, butter at various rates, lard, bacon, dried fruits, and vegetables. It also notes coal oil and other staples, plus a brief wartime notice on Filipino casualties and prisoners from General MacArthur.
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Triumph
S.sceeceeess
California
Ra 'Osteteainstasie
New Orleans
BERS
Pittsburg
Hama
Vester Pacebe Bay
C.c
Florida
Chamberlains Pain Balm Promoted By Nurse Testimony
Charies H Marke acting as a nurse at the Second Division Hospital of the Fifth Army Corps at Santee Se Guba used Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for diarrhoea and found it effective. An Erie, PA resident F A Baxscock testimonials a swift cure after rheumatism and hip pain. Products advertised by James Hargan, Druggist, with statements in wartime context and language.
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Charies H. Marke
Fifth Army Corpa
Santee Se Guba
James Hargap
Druggiat
Dmon-Wed-Indwie
Chamberlain
Tallios Hargan
F. A. Baxscock
Erie
James Hargan
Free Blood Cure Promises Health Through Botanic Balm
Bold advert offers B. B. B. Botanic Blood Balm as a cure for ulcers cancers skin issues and blood poisons. Claims thirty years of testing and thousands cured after other medicines failed. Trial bottle free by mail from Blood Balm Co Atlanta Ga for suffering readers.
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Botanic
Blood Balm CO
Atlanta
German Theatres and Opera Houses Receive Subsidies
Theaters and opera houses across Germany receive annual subsidies totaling about 500000 dollars. The payments support the arts sector and cultural institutions within the country.
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Germany
Grain-O coffee substitute promises safe for children
Advertises Grain-O as a new food drink that replaces coffee made from pure grains. Claims it appeals to both adults and children with a rich seal brown color similar to mocha or java and promises easy digestion. Priced at 160 and 2c per package. Sold by all merchants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Java
Ers
Mobilizing Boer Army Timed by Seventeen Telegrams
The record notes that upon war declaration the Boer forces could mobilize swiftly, with Gena Joubert sending seventeen telegrams to activate the full army.
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Gena. Joubert
Allen's Foot-Ease Promises Quick Foot Comfort
Shake Into Your Shoes Allen's Foot-Ease powder cures painful swollen feet growing nails and instantly relieves corns and bunions It makes tight new shoes feel easy and cures sweating callous hot tired feet Sold by druggists shoe stores or by mail for 25c stamps Trial package free Address Allen 8 Olmsted Le Roy NY maglimon wed fri and wi w
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Allen
Olmsted
le Roy, N. Y
Maglimon-Wed
Vast Treasure Lays at Ocean Floor Between England and India
A shipwreck site is reported to contain an estimated 4 billion dollars in gold and jewels lying on the sea bed along the route from England to India. The find involves uncertain salvage prospects and potential legal claims by nations and insurers.
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England
India
Green's August Flower praised by Prof Houtoo worldwide
Prof Houtoo reports in ten years of travel meeting many users of Green's August Flower for dyspepsia liver and stomach derangements and constipation. He adds it helps tourists and workers with headaches from irregular habits and sour stomachs. Sample bottle offered by J E C F Harper. Sold by dealers worldwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prof. Houtoo
J. E. C. F. Harper’s
French Language Shift From First To Fourth Globally
A concise note observes that last century French was spoken by the largest number of educated people, while today it ranks fourth in global use. The change reflects evolving linguistic prominence among nations and institutions.
Fousy’s Kingy Cure Promoted for Kidney Health
A brief ad warns backache signals possible kidney disorder and any delay may lead to Bright’s disease diabetes or other serious illnesses. It claims Fousy’s Kingy Cure is guaranteed for the kidneys. The notice is signed W. H. Gers.
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Bright
Fousy
W. H. Gers
Juneld&wim
Republicans Lead in Action Against Trusts Angers Tammany Democrats
The piece notes Republicans have long moved against trusts while this season many Tammany Democrats take initiative in similar matters. It cites ten officers and directors of the American Ice Company held on conspiracy charges to fix ice prices at $2,000 bail each. The text ends with a admonition on decisiveness.
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American Ice Company
Rocky Mountain Tea Nostalgia Ad Detours Into Health Advice
An ad touts Rocky Mountain Tea as a cure for aging glamour and health woes. It urges women to use the remedy for golden curls and vitality while noting its price and catchy lines about aging, marriage trends, and the value of health in life’s pleasures.
Shinkle’s Cure and Banner Salve Advertisements
A collection of testimonial snippets from Muncie and surrounding areas extolling Shinkle's Cure for Dyspepsia and Indigestion. Includes claims of cures for the author and family, plus Banner Salve for cuts and skin ailments. Mentions sales figures and local distributors.
Quick Relief for Asthma by Miss Maude Dickens
Parsons Kansas resident Miss Maude Dickens writes of eight years with asthma suffering frequent attacks. She began using Fogg's Henry axp Tap and reports immediate relief each time. Unknown sender W H Roars comments on waste of power and wealth.
Fatal kidney trouble warning and testimonial ads
An advertisement warns that early kidney and bladder symptoms can lead to Bright's disease or diabetes. It cites Ira W. Kelley of Mansfield, Pennsylvania, who improved after Fetty's Kipysgy Curg and urges others to try it, with endorsements from W. H. Roorss and W. H. Roams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bright
Faizy
W. H. Roorss
Juneld&wim
Ira W. Kelley
Mansfield
Fetty
W. H. Roams
Juneld& Wim
Warnings and Curiosities Stir Readers in Brief Item
A compact collection notes a blunt aphorism about beauty and ignorance, warns against ignoring back pain as a sign of kidney trouble, mentions a patent medicine claim labeled Ferry's Kinsey Cure, credits W. H. Rogens, and reports aluminum horseshoes gaining favor in some circles.
Cheap Insurance Claim Bears Odd Remedy
An old notice touts Fotty's Kipney Curs as a fifty cent remedy for Brights disease diabetes and other ailments promising protection with a single bottle. The ad concludes with a generic legal line about wisdom in all things related to law.
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Bright
Fotty
W. H. Roatrs
Juneld&alm
Republican Convention Excursion Tickets On Pennsylvania Lines
Two excursion ticket forms to Philadelphia for the Republican National Convention will be sold by Pennsylvania Lines. One form runs via direct route, the other via Washington with a stopover at the capital. Tickets available June 14 to 18. ask ticket agents for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania Lines
Washington
Dmos-Wed
Wijanels
Excursions to Des Moines for Music Teachers Convention
Pennsylvania Lines offers discounted round trip tickets from their stations to Des Moines Iowa for the Annual Convention of the Music Teachers Association. Travel June 17 to 23 with return by June 23, tickets available at reduced rates from Pennsylvania Lines ticket stations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Des Moines
Iowa
Pennsylvania Lines
Music Teachers’ Association
Republican National Convention Excursions Limited
Pennsylvania Lines offers excursions to Philadelphia on June 19 for delegates to nominate a presidential candidate. Tickets go on sale June 14 to 18, valid for return June 26. Departs from multiple sections of the United States to Philadelphia. Public notice indicates organized travel arrangements for the convention events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
United States
Pennsylvania
Excursions to Columbus Via Pennsylvania Lines
Indiana music teachers convention will be at Columbus June 27 through 29. Low rate nontransferable excursion tickets available June 25 26 and 27 via Pennsylvania Lines good returning Saturday June 30.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Pennsylvania
Low Fare to Bluffton for Indiana Sunday School Meet
Excursion tickets sold from Pennsylvania Lines Indiana stations to Bluffton for June 12 and 13 for the Meeting Sunday School Association of Indiana. Return trip valid Saturday June 16. Tickets valid for the round trip by the specified dates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meeting Sunday School Association of Indiana
Pennsylvania Lines
Indiana
Bluffton
Vacation trips by Pennsylvania Lines promising easy summer travel
Pennsylvania Lines agents offer full information on rates train service and through car comforts to seashore mountains and lakes resorts. They assist in arranging details for vacation trips and provide valuable information free of charge. Apply to the nearest Passenger and Ticket Agent for planning. Wm Lindley, Ticket Agent, Madison.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Lines
W. mi Lindley
Louisville
Chicago
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Cincinnai
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All Major Cement CO
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Rocky Mountain Teer
Mary
Baylidawiy
Homa Market Club
Augtda&wit
Madison Courier
Associated Presse
Madison, Ind
Brica Grove Driving Park
Miles’ Nervine
Reroarsn Sr
J. G. Fiecizer
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Fairview
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Baylor
SaLupa ‘Township
L. A
Madison Markets
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Root
Senate
MacArthur
Mono
Harry
Shinkle
Maus
J. Davis
Madison St
J. E. C. F. Harpsr. Iuneld&wim
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W. H. Rocugs
Muncie
J. E
F. Happen
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W. H. Rogens
Parker's
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Royal Blue Service
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Pullman Drawing Room
O. P. McCarty
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Greenwood
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Seiple
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Vernon
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