Fourth District Convention plans and possible nominee
Madison Republicans expect the Fourth District Congressional Convention to be held late July or early August with a fixed location not yet chosen. Nathan Powell of Madison is favored to be the nominee if he accepts, as the party believes he can defeat Griffith the Democratic candidate. The Indianapolis News notes the broader social context mentioning health, advertising, and local temperance activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas McNutt
Madison
Republican State Committee
McNutt
Nathan Powell
Griffith
Indianapolis
Hanover Tenn Bell State Tennis Champs Crowned
Adams of Hanover won the State college tennis singles title at Butler campus with a large crowd applauding. Harrison and Rucker of Indiana University captured the doubles championship as Earlham State and DePauw teams also fielded players in singles and doubles events with strong spectator support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adams
Hanover
Butler
Harrison and Rucker
Indiana University
Earlham
Wilsco
Cox
State University
Harrison
Rucker
Haminger
DePauw
R. Ellis
E. Bllis
E. Ellis
McGaughey
Watts
Unripe peaches temper harvest prospects in Kentucky
Mr. John Richart doubts fruit prospects except for May peaches as later varieties drop from trees. F W Spreen reports Trimble County overviews a crop of about one third. Hiram Dean notes no large peach crop, though higher prices may please growers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Richart
F. W. Spreen
Trimble County
Hiram Dean
Dean
Big Orchards
Correction to Trow property sale timing and method
An error in last evening's notice states the sale will be private for all property, rent, personal items, and stocks until June 7 and then public auction on June 23. Judge Win Powell will receive bids until the private sale date and may proceed to public auction if unsold.
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Powell
Ravages of a Worm Strikes Southern State Meadows
Farmers across the southern region report damage to meadows and pastures from a worm similar to army worms but distinct. The worm attacks roots, turning grass yellow and killing it within days of sun exposure. Groups of elate colored worms, about half an inch long, are found among the roots. The pest, new to the area, challenges entomology classification.
Madison Hotel Arrivals List Of Guests From Across States
A long roll of guests staying at the Madison Hotel includes S. L. Freedman of Cincinnati Alex Goldsmith and J. J. McBarron of Cleveland D. K. Carter and J. G. Schmitt of Columbus and Jamestown N Y T. L. Armstrong and wife from Louisville E K Melton of Louisville and others from Indianapolis Nashville and Philadelphia among noted arrivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. L. Freedman
Cincinnati
Alex Goldsmith
H.E Klare
Frank McHugh
J.B. Flake
Benjamin Newhouse
Robert Branoner
L. Lowenstein
W. Bruna
J. J. McBarron
Cleveland
D. K. Carter
New York
T. E. Bade
P. R. Hoffman
J. A. Jackson
Jamestown
N. Y
W. H. Acruff
City
P. R. Maban
Philadelphia
W. F. Mack
Toledo
J. D. Moore
St. Louis
Children’s Day Observed at Vine Street Church
Children’s Day was beautifully observed at Vine Street Church with a June morning backdrop, floral decorations, infantile songs, recitations, and sweet songsters. Six young girls drank from the Well of the Water of Life and received a golden crown symbolizing Heavenly Peace as the school joined in choruses and a pastor’s praise filled address.
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Inet
Vine Street
Farewell Dinner for Mr Bailey East in Canaan
Mr Bailey East of Missouri visited his mother Mrs Isaac Miles in Canaan. All his siblings except Ryker East gathered at Mrs Miles home for a farewell dinner the day before his departure. Rain marred the pleasant occasion with many grandchildren among the attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bailey East
Missouri
Isaac Miles
Canaan
Ryker East
Miles
Torrente
George East
Richard Kissen
Henry Armand
Death of Frank Robinson in Weston Oregon
Frank Robinson died at his Weston Oregon home on June 2 1900 at age 43 years 6 months 28 days His death notice from Faulkner says he leaves a wife four children his mother and siblings in Indiana Colorado and Oregon The family expresses sincere sympathy and quotes a sentimental epitaph from a niece
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Levi B. Robinson
Faulkner
George L. Robinson
Hood River
Oregon
Frank
Weston
Frank Robinson
Monroe Township
Jefferson County
Indiana
Mary
James Robinson
Kansas
Siter
Colorado
Weather and social notes from Hanover district
The report notes heavy rain the heaviest in years. Mr Oliver Bunty of Hanover delivered books on Friday. Graduates attended Hanover College commencement. Clover harvest is good. Will Reed ran his mill. Louis Richardson visited Madison Saturday. Wm Gordon of Saluda passed through Saturday evening. Miss Marthe Lawson visited Maggie Turner Saturday night and Sunday. H Arner went to Madison Saturday. John All and family visited James Richardson and wife Sunday. Madison youths picnic at Chain Mill falls Sunday. Miss Mabel Vanosdol visited Miss May Brother Sunday evening. Success to the Courier. Trix.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oliver Bunty
Hanover
Hanover College
Will Reed
Louis Richardson
Madison
Ww. Gordon
Saluda
Our Village
Marthe Lawson
Levi
Maggie Turner
H. Arner
John All and Family
Liberty
James Richardson
Sundsy
Chain Mill Falls
Mabel Vanosdol
May Brother
The
Courier
Trix
Advice to a Son from an Old Lawyer
An old lawyer counsels his son on balancing law and justice in cases. If law favors but justice damns, urge upholding the law. If justice favors but law fails, insist on doing justice. When both are against you, learn to talk round it.
Not Broken Engagment Quarrel Cited in Star Gossip
A Washington Star gossip snippet reveals two women debating a quarrel with George. One declares the engagement intact, claiming she never wants to see him again, while he vows to leave forever, though they insist the engagement is not broken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George
Washington Star
I Like the Man Who Comes Along
A Chicago Times Herald verse reflects admiration for a resilient, hopeful man who pushes others to win and not fear defeat. It admires both encouragement and action showing how to succeed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago Times-Herald
The Twentieth Century and a Stomach Bitters Claim
The piece predicts the approaching twentieth century as a era of invention and highlights Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters as a celebrated remedy for stomach ailments. It urges readers to obtain the genuine product with a Private Revenue Stamp over the neck and notes physician recommendations.
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Hostetter
Bryantsburg Notes: Births Visits and Local Socials
Bryantsburg items report a daughter born to Mr and Mrs Mel Parker on June 6. John Kirk of Madison visits his brother here. Miss Stella Roberts of Holton visits her uncle Ned Roberts. Mrs Hand and two daughters visit Canaan. J C Myers and wife of Madison stay with Mrs N B Rynearson. Locals attend Children Day at Hebron. Minnie Royce and Bessie Lory visit Mr Wm Royce.
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Mel Parker
John Kirk
Madison
Stella Roberts
Holton
Ned Roberts
Hand
Canaan
J.C. Myers
N. B. Rynearson
Hebron
Minnie Royce
Bessie Lory
John Connelly
Roger Hughes
Wm. Royce
Surbeama
Chelsea Items Chronicle Local Farm News
More rain and rest noted by farmers. An ice cream supper at Andrew Taff’s home funded a new fence around New Bethel Cemetery with a large crowd. Mrs. James Nichols of Scott County visits, Charles Iddings to begin Scott County pike work next week creating employment. Mr. and Mrs. Hay host dancers. Stone couple shopped in Madison. Preaching at New Bethel every other Sunday at 3 pm. All day basket meeting at Tryus next Sunday. everyone invited.
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Andrew Taff
New Bethel Cemetery
James Nichols
Scott County
Charles Iddings
Scott County Pike
Frank Stone
Madison
New Bethel
Tryus
Trixte
Canaan Items Highlight Local Socials and Events
A Canaan group attended Children's Day at Brushy Fork Church with many local youths named. Hall's Ridge youths led the exercises as Chas Thornton sold a buggy to George Buchanan. A shooting gallery ran in town, Mattie Beckett returned from Cincinnati, and Mrs. D Godard came home from Madison. Edward Copeland went to Indianapolis for two weeks. David Stevenson bought the old Stevenson home. Local dances and visits to Ca Nan and Ca naan church figures are noted.
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Canaan
Ind
Brushy Fork Church
Florence Lochard
Lizzie Risk
Daisy Storm
Mattie Beckett
Grace Kiser
Mesare
Parker Bishop
Geo. Suchanan
Pres Christie
Elmer Ralston
J. A. Beckett
Hall’s Ridge
Chas. Thornton
George Buchanan
Cincinnati
D. ©. Godard
Madison
Edward Copeland
Indianapolis
David Stevenson
Stevenson
John Crawford
Calvin Gray
Hayden Gray
Advertising Keeps Merchants On Par With Rivals
A remark stresses that spending more on advertising is essential for merchants to match competitors. It notes that engaging an agency quietly is often more efficient than trying to outpace rivals without professional help.
Land Prices in Turkey Hit After Sale Auction
A report notes waste land in Turkey selling at about £3 per acre while good farming land ranges from £20 to £30 per acre, indicating sharp value differences in the market.
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Turkey
A Hot Old Time at Union
A controversy between the reorganized church of Jesus Christ of latter day saints and the Utah Mormons was held at Anion Chapel from May 29 to June. A lively time occurred with a notable difference in approaches. The event involved Rev Pay Jundle Rev Carson of Utah Rev W Marshall M K Scott and George Jenkins of the Southern Indiana Mission.
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Courier
Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
Utah Mormons
Anion Chapel
Reorganized Church
Pay Jundle
Carson
Utah
W. ©. Marshall
M. Kk. Scott
George Jenkins
Southern Indiana
Onszavan
Southeastern Indiana Fair Circuit Schedule
The circuit includes Osgood July 3 to August 3 led by Chas. W. Gray as secretary. North Vernon August 7 to 10 with F. H. Nauer as secretary. Madison August 14 to 17 under C. R. Johnson. Franklin August 28 to September 1 with W. 8S. Young. Shelbyville September 4 to 8 led by O. E. Amsden. Columbus September 11 to 14 with Ed. Hedman. State Fair September 17 to 22 led by Charles Downing.
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Osgood
Chas. W. Gray
North Vernon
F. H. Nauer
Madison
C. R. Johnson
Franklin
Young
Shelbyville
O. E. Amsden
Columbus
Ed. Hedman
Charles Downing
Central
Chicago
Indianapolis
Southport
Greenwood
Io Whiteland
Edinburg
Columibasar
Columbas Ly
Elizab’town
Seiple
Ueensville
Vernon
N. Madison
Madison Ar
Columbus Ly
Jonesville
Og Seymour
Crothersville
Scottsburg
J. Henryville
Memphis
Sellersburg
Detfersony
New Albany
Louisville
Pat Pat
Jerson Northwerd
JeFersonville
Henryville
Scotts Bane
Sevour
Quivensville
Scipio
Beth Town
Toate
Ai Whiteland
Healt
Greenwood Ant Reem
Cambridge City
Ana Clifford
St. L
Flat Rock
Lewis Creed
Manilla
Homer
Rushville
Falmouth
Gossip and Purchases in a Quirky City Window
A scene of social chatter features a new neighbor across the street. Miss Cayenne notes the husband’s daily racegoing and theater outings while describing his wife as kind and economical. The exchange highlights curiosity about distant lives and the playful tone of neighborhood spectators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Cayenne
Washington Star
Marriage Myths Rocked by Old Tricks Refused Home
A Chicago Daily News excerpt portrays a wife noting marriage does not alter a man's behavior. She recalls past courtship where John could not be deterred from staying, and now he remains away or returns as before, illustrating enduring marital patterns.
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John
Chicago Daily News
Olga overhears kitchen gossip about being a lady
Olga remarks on not being born a lady as she overhears a drawing room conversation. The cook responds by noting the trouble a lady would have with servants. This Punch snippet captures class irony in a single playful exchange.
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Olga
Repestance and Return Amid Financial Hardship
The Detroit Journal notes a call to repentance as lamp burns and sinners may return, while monetary funds hold influence and the back trail awaits. The piece frames moral appeal against lingering debt.
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Detroit Journal
Violin teacher hanged after horse theft. Regulators string up more
A dialogue from the Chicago Tribune recalls a viol in teacher hanged for stealing a horse and the Regulators also stringing up his violin. The exchange questions what happened to the instrument and who acted.
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Chicago Tribune
Scribbler vs Tom in Philadelphia Press Poet Clash
The Philadelphia Press notes a clash between Scribbler and Tenson. Scribbler is praised for cleverness while Tenson is credited with inspiration. Scribbler’s work is described as more readable by comparison.
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Tom
Scribbler
Tenson
Tommy-Rat
Philadelphia Press
A Lucky Deformity Joke Goes Wrong
A Cleveland Plain Dealer quote recounts a jealous lover arming for murder but, misjudging aim due to cross eyes, shoots himself in the back of the head. The retelling frames it as a dark joke about fatal passion and misfortune.
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Cleveland Plain Dealer
Well Guarded and Wary Attorneys in a Two-Lawyer Loop
Chicago Record notes Jonas Junius keeps two lawyers on retainer. One provides business advice while the other reviews the cost of the first lawyer’s services. This routine illustrates cautious billing and dual counsel in professional practice.
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Jonas Junius
Chicago Record
Quote about haste and influence from Senator Sorghum
A Washington Star quote features Senator Sorghum noting a hasty remark once cost him influence. He recalls rushing to name $500 when he could have secured it for $150 through proper leverage.
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Senator Sorghum
Washington Star
Measles Outbreak Mentioned in Detroit Notes
A fragment notes Mrs Kingsey-Dou and Mrs Whittier asking to call on a family with measles. Mrs Bings confirms likely sending word. The item records a small social update about illness in Detroit.
Singing lessons and a doubt about her voice
A Philadelphia Bulletin quotation notes how singing lessons produced striking results yet left the subject convinced she could not sing, highlighting a paradox of talent and belief. The lines explore confidence and doubt in musical ability.
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Philadelphia Bulletin
Twelve Camels Die En Route from Algiers to New York
Twelve camels shipped from Algiers to New York died during the Atlantic voyage. The carrier reported losses as the steamship passage continued, prompting inquiries into the handling of the shipment and the cause of the fatalities.
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Algiers
New York
Atlantic
Belgium's Five Auto Clubs Report 18740 Members
Five automobile clubs in Belgium report a combined membership of fourteen thousand seven hundred forty, reflecting steady motorsport and road service engagement across the nation.
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Belgium
Fragmented OCR Note on Names and Roles in Military Context
Fragmented text mentions a captain and a lieutenant with unclear names. It references Filipinos and a commentary about a soft man being half-baked, suggesting a deranged or opinionated snippet from a wartime column with garbled phrases and missing context.
Seald head and cures teased in old ads
An OCR fragment notes cures for seald head eczema with Dean's Ointment advertised at 50 cents. It mentions a duck farm near Fort Dodge Iowa with 13 000 ducks consuming 100 bushels of corn daily. Other lines tout Dr Thomas Electric Oil and Burdock Blood Bitters as remedies and mention a trial in New York and a rise in crude rubber imports by 431 percent over 30 years.
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Dean
Sat&w
Fort Dodge
Loos
Les Mans
S. S
Adlanta
No Fear of Cholera Infantum Says Doctor Extract
A health note cites Dr. Fowler's Extract and ld Strawberry as remedies for summer ailments. State Geologist Blatchley asserts vast lake marl in Northern Indiana could supply cement for the United States for a century.
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Indiana
United States
Blatchley
Free Boschee's German Syrup Samples At Harper's Store
Adults with cold symptoms may receive a free sample bottle of Boschee's German Syrup at J E C F Harper's. Limit one bottle per person, not given to children without parental order. The ad touts centuries of use and claims doctors’ endorsement with a 75 cent bottle showing cures.
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J.E. C. F. Harper's
Indianapolis Woman Admitted to Asylum for Expressive Smoking
A young Indianapolis woman has been placed in the asylum for the insane due to expressive cigarette smoking. The notice warns backache signals kidney disorders risking Brights disease or diabetes. Fourys Kinney Cure claims to protect kidneys. Mayor Van Wyck of New York allegedly confessed ownership of substantial ice trust stock, condemned as a monstrous iniquity toward New York City residents.
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Indianapolis
Asylum For the Insane
Bright
Foury
Mayor van Wyck
New York
Ice Trust
Quick and Cheap Message Delivery Through Tas Coupize Columns
The piece argues a newspaper can reach many readers by delivering messages in Tas Coupize. It contrasts roadside signs with the wider reach of the paper, noting readers adopt the paper in a pleasant mood. It urges select spaces for maximum impact.
Madison merchants urged to support home industries
A brief urging Madison merchants to favor local home industries is printed as a call for customers to place special ruled blank book orders at a Counter BInpERY. The message frames local business success as tied to purchasing locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison Merchants
Wheat crop in Indiana hampered by insect depredations
The Indiana wheat harvest is described as failing due to insect damage. Hunters from nearby cities are entering the state after quail and other birds, affecting farming. A Nebraska pamphlet on birds preserving crops is suggested for circulation to aid agriculture in Indiana.
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Bruner
Indiana
Nebraska
Nebraska Journal
Forsy’s Kipazy Curt Promises Quick Kidney Care
A short notice emphasizes early kidney and bladder trouble signs to avoid Brights disease or diabetes and urges prompt action. includes a marketing line about Forsy’s Kipazy Curt and a caution to young lovers about wasting time.
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Bright
Forsy
Kipazy
W. BR
Roorrs
Juneldéwim
Bitty cent tonics and cures flood an old time ad page
An assortment of short testimonials hawk patent remedies for kidney ailments asthma and dyspepsia. Names such as W. H. Roarns W. Rogers H. Roazas and Miss Maude Dickens appear, praising Fotty’s Kiney Custs Ferry’s Kidney Cras Florey’s Hongy and Tan and Shinkle’s Cure. Advert lines promise instant relief and universal healing.
Shinkle's Cure for Dyspepsia Endorsed by Readers in Indiana
Mas J. Davis reports her son Harry cured of indigestion after using Shinkle's Cure for Dyspepsia. She and another reader say they found relief from severe indigestion. The notice also mentions sale by Hanpse and a census remark about upcoming city population figures.
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Muncie
Ind
J. E. C.F. Haaren
juneld&Swilm
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