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Newspaper
Indianapolis Sun
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1910
Page
5
Captain Jack Casset of Marion Indiana died from injuries after a 500 foot fall from a balloon at Mount Vernon fair. The gasbag split at height and he attempted a parachute descent, but the bag collapsed the parachute and he and the equipment crashed to the ground.
President John L. Forkner of the Old Settlers Association prepares for the Old Settlers Picnic at Mounds Park Sunday Col W T Durbin former governor Fred Van Tilmuys Thomas East and Mayor Foster will speak An interesting collection of relics of bygone days will be shown
Charles D. Glick, trustee of Rockcreek township, fell thirty five feet from a tree limb while banging a swing. He suffered multiple fractures including to his nose jaw and right leg and may lose sight of an eye.
The Bartholomew county fair and rage meet, the first in twenty years in this county, will open Tuesday and run five days. Remnant accumulations labeled Guits to order from remnants priced at $10.00. Entire satisfaction of money back policy by S. J. Singhr & Sons at 435 West Washington Street.
Danville dispatch reports former Speaker Cannon refuses to answer what he calls fake statements by mischievous parties. He says he will await the president's own statement on republicanism before commenting, and rejects attacks from political enemies as windmills blown from false breaths.
Danville Indiana August 19 two congressional candidates Ralph Moss Center Point and Frank Tilley Terre Haute will lead the old settlers picnic with Democrats and Republicans expected. Deputy sheriffs have been sworn in to guard against clashes.
Blooming ton Ind Aug 193 with additional officers present the first session of the grand council of Kappa Kappa Gamma was held Thursday. Officers are agreeing on much of the business in advance of the convention next week.
Richmond Ind August 19 Funds totaling 55000 will be issued to pay for the improvement of the National road to the west of Richmond the contract awarded to Cronin Hall.
In Jeffersonville Indiana on August 19 James Sloan aged 87 was buried Thursday beneath a cedar tree he planted seventy years ago in accordance with a long standing pact with his companion Thomas Flower. Sloan rests beside Flower as the pact is honored.
Anna Woodard, 10, of Kobomo Tid, is dying from lockjaw after injuring her knee on a piece of tin a few days ago. The death is hourly expected as doctors fight to halt the infection.
Rain fell Thursday in the northern end of the state marking the first measurable precipitation since May or June in many areas. Wabash County records its first real rain since May 3, while Allen County fearfully notes the soaking may be too late for crops after over two months of drought.
William Linderwood, 38, died after leaping from a freight train into a speeding passenger train. He was hurled thirty feet, his neck broken and head crushed. He lived 15 minutes. The tragedy occurred at Lafayette on August 19.
Lebanon Ind Aug 19 Frank Denger 17 son of Charles Denger a wealthy farmer died Thursday from a kick to the abdomen by a colt he was breaking The death marks the fifth child lost in the Denger family since March 1908 ages ranged from 24 to 17 the age of the lia
Columbus Indiana August 1 The local G A S post is urging Congressmen Lincoln Dixon to obtain a few cannons from the government for the city park.
Special report from Dublin describes the discovery of a buried skeleton believed to be a native girl or squaw. The remains measure about five feet high, with teeth indicating age around thirteen. The body was found last Thursday near the river embankment, prompting police to investigate a possible homicide or accident. Further details awaited from local authorities.
Adam McDaniel aged 76 collapsed from apoplexy while helping on his east Bloomington area farm Thursday. He died shortly after reaching the house.
All wool suits offered to order for 10.00 with regular 15.00 values up to 30.00. Ed. Singer & Sons advertise at 43 West Washington in a condensed sale notice.
Columbus Indiana August 19 no successor to the late Joseph I Irwin will be chosen to head the Union stored and refining company and the Ir win bank until the annual meeting of the boards of directors in the winter Will G Irwin will be president of the bank
In Greensburg Indiana on August 19W Davis confronted two men trying to drive off his horses. He fired a shotgun drawing return fire with revolvers. After multiple shots the thieves fled leaving the horses behind.
In Anderson Indiana on August 19 Absolom Welchel aged 74 wed Mrs Marr Newfarmer aged 67. Both had previous marriages. Once sweethearts they separated, each remarried, then years later Mrs Newfarmer died and Welchel remarried, renewing their old bond.
In Kokomo Indiana, factory workers and the Apperson brothers automobile plant join citizens to demand sanitary work on Wild Cat Creek. Local officials had deemed the stream a sewage deposit and faced lax action to stop pollution.
One hundred delegates representing the Sunday schools and Christian endeavor societies of the Friends churches of the state closed a two days convention at New Leuder Thursday. Rev. Murray S. Kenworthy of Richmond presided.
Corydon Ind Aug 19 The Harrison county republican convention is scheduled for Saturday James E Watson has been invited to speak at the event and may outline the ticket lineup for the party.
Aug 19 Muncie Ind. critically ill with typhoid fever at the hospital the ten year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Cole Streeter pleads for her mother who has not been home since last Friday night. Streeter says his wife left before he returned from work and has not been seen. Two other children are mentioned.
Special to The Sun. Martinsville Ind August 19 preliminary plans for a milk condenser to be built by Van Camp Packing Co. are under way General Superintendent A R Kennedy says farmers must guarantee a sufficient milk supply Samuel Devaar Holstein cattle expert for the company aims to establish a Holstein breeding station.
Noblesville Indiana August 19 Ralph Sieatan receiver for White River Light and Power Co authorized by court Thursday to issue certificates for 100000 dollars to complete the hydraulic dam near the city. The dam is needed for the development of power.
Lawrenceburg Indiana August 19 Barbara Mohr 75 years old died after collapsing in a coalhouse at her son George W Muhr home authorities say she was driven to the incident by heat.
Flora Ind August 12. Newton Marbill sues William Cline for wages claiming a harvest band on 300 acres cannot work on mush and milk. Mayhill says he agreed to $2 a day but was paid $1. Cline contends Mayhill was worth only $1 and Mayhill claims the men were not fed.
Postmaster John T. Nance of Harrodsburg mobilized bloodhounds to trail vandals who damaged benches and tables in front of his store. A large crowd gathered to watch as the dogs followed the trail through the crowd causing embarrassment. The event occurred in Bloomington on August 19.
The First Baptist Church of Peru Ind tendered a call to Dr. B P Kiyver of Peru Ind for ministry. no details on date or position provided.
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