Anything To Beat Woman Whose Dads Are Too Stylish
In New York on December 11 a recount of ballots in the Daughters of Ohio election for president, amid disputed results, centers on Emma Beckwith and Mrs. Charles Austin Bates. Reported tallies show 31 for Beckwith and 27 for Bates, totaling 58 from allegedly 49 ballots. Ballots reportedly destroyed, making a recount doubtful.
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Charles Austin Bates
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Spirits and a cellar chase in a Victorian kitchen tale
In a rainy kitchen Alfred Copely hides from his stern guardian Mr Chambers. Lavinia begs spirits to aid their secret romance with Mr Stripes, the medium. A loud bump upstairs spurs Alfred to conceal himself in a beer barrel as a specter voice seems to beckon from Aunt Martha.
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Stripes
Mr. Bimpes
Candice
Vinny
Alfred Conely
Mr. Chalmers
Mr. Chalmere
Martha
Tonsil Mine Cure for Sore Throat Promoted as Fast Remedy
An old advertisement extols Tonsiline as a fast cure for sore throat and its complications. It claims sore throat risks include tonsillitis and diphtheria, urging timely use of the remedy noted to be widely endorsed by physicians in the United States.
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Hanging Staircase memorial erased in Augusta history
Special to the Sun reports the removal of the Welch house known as the Hanging Staircase, once famed for British brutality in the Revolutionary era. It recalls 13 patriots and a Redcoat killed there, executions ordered by Col. Brown, and later recapture of Augusta by Light Horse Harry Lee's forces.
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Elijah Clarke
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Charles Brown
Welch
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Harry Lee
Col. Brown
Ghosts and secrets reshape a family in a late night tale
In a tense scene Alfred confronts blame while Mr Chalmers seeks guidance from spirits. A halted confession, a hurried trip to the cellar, and a wavering vow mark a turning point as Lavinia, revealed as Mrs Copely, emerges in a twist of fate that ends with unexpected harmony.
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Mrs. Copely
City News Highlights Local Meetings and Events
Local council in Minneola plans a Thursday gathering at Mrs Bartow’s home on N Alabama street. Mrs Mary R Garver will host a Christmas hand painted china sale Thursday and Friday at 1311 N Meridian. Frances Willard WCTU meets Tuesday at 3:30 pm at Miss Matio Lack’s 181 N Capitol. Second Presbyterian church women host a Tuesday afternoon social. Mrs O H Huseelman to read a paper on Missionary Hymns with illustrations by Mrs Edward Simpson. Indiana State Trustees meet Tuesday and Wednesday next. Dec 19 and 20 cited with expected large attendance. Peerless Folklore Concert to aid Second Christian church fund held at Morris Street church Tuesday night. Fourth Presbyterian fancy fair and bazaar continues Wednesday with oyster supper and talent entertainment. Acton Lodge No 1 will dedicate new hall Thursday with opening address by Edward Farrer. Indianapolis Lodge No 45 to provide educational services. Acton Rebekah Lodge serves dinner. Linen Lodge No 60 to confer Initiatory, Meridian Lodge No 480 to give first degree. Lewis Creek Lodge No 808 to deliver second degree.
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H Huseelman
Krom Missionary
Edward Simpson
Fourth Presbyterian Church
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Postmasters for Indiana Nominations Announced
President Roosevelt sent to the Senate a slate of Indiana postmaster nominees. Lawrence V. Buskirk of Hoor ington, William F. Coaty of Columbus, Harry J. Martin of Franklin, Taylor Reagan of Plainfield, Ramuel H. Gray of Terre Haute, and John W. Emison of Vincennes were named along with others in the district list.
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Senate
Indiana
Lawrence V. Buskirk
Hloorington
Willam F. Coaty
Columbus
Harry J. Martin
Franklin
Taylor Reagan
Plainfield
Ramuel H. Gray
Terre Haute
John W. Emison
Vincennes
Bookwalter Remains Quiet Amid New Appointments
The crowd at the Denison house shows no access with a door note declaring no one will be seen. Bookwalter, busy with ongoing talks, says more appointment announcements will come but he is not addressing amateur appointments now.
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Bookwalter
Denison House
Durbin Faithful in Securing State Funds Amid Sherrick Settlement
Col W T Durbin and attorney general Charles W Miller aided Sherrick by securing funds owed to the state. Committees are auditing the books to confirm the amount due before settlement. Securities were converted to cash with minimal shrinkage except for one item. Durbin’s loyalty and friendship are credited with moving the matter forward.
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oMee Haw
David E. Sherrick
Mr. Durbin
Pythian Ly Lilly
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