Woman Who Shot Husband 15 Under Care of Doctor
Goshen Indiana February 18 Mrs Clinton Heaton wife of the former Goshen boy who killed him in Kansas is awaiting trial but is at Liberty under 10000 bonds Murder is a bail able offense in Kansas The trial is set for May The trial was twice continued with sworn affidavits of physicians she could not appear She is now under care of physicians Mr Heaton was raised in Goshen His sister Mrs Whitehead resides there The remains were brought here for burial
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Goshen
Ind
Clinton Heaton
Kansas
Slander Damages Sought After Lodge Public Discourse
Helen M. Stocker sues for 10000 in Vincennes Indiana alleging slander by C L Simmons during a public talk at the Vincennes lodge of Court of Honor. The speech urged the audience to “get rid of your recorder” describing the plaintiff as injuring the lodge.
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Vincennes
Ind
James S. Pritchett
Mra
Helen M. Stocker
C. L. Simmons
Vincennes Lodge of Court of Honor
Four Dentists Robbed in Mount Vernon Parlor Burglary
Four dental parlors in Mount Vernon Indiana were burglarized on February 18 with thieves making off with gold fillings and crowns valued at about 600 dollars. Local police pursued leads but no arrests had been announced. The heist targeted multiple clinics within the town.
Stolen Tool Chest Tied to Fatal Fire at Emison Mills
Vincennes Indiana February reports say a tool chest valued at 800 dollars and a mill plan vanished after a blaze at the Emison homing mills last Monday. Fire destroyed the mill causing losses over 100000 dollars. Investigators and the mill’s head miller suspect theft and arson.
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Vincennes
Ind
Emison
Drink Chases the Downfall of a Young Man
William Siefert once earning thousands as an expert accountant was arraigned in police court for petit larceny and pled guilty to stealing 12.50 sent out to collect. He was jailed for days. His rise from a high social position to poverty led to his wife seeking a divorce after remaining faithful.
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South Bend
Ind
William Siefert
Shelbyville Plans to Lure Traveling Men from Indianapolis
Shelbyville residents push to attract Indianapolis traveling salesmen. The Shelbyville News notes Indianapolis hosts 2,600 traveling men and argues Shelbyville offers cheaper living, lower building lots, cheaper food and goods, and closer proximity for special occasions, urging clear promotional material to win 200 or more relocations.
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Shelbyville
Ind
Indianapolis
Greenfield Young Man Invents an Aeroplane
Ira Seward formerly of Greenfield now of Coshocton Ohio has invented an aeroplane that will fly. He seeks $300 to complete the machine and Andrew Carnegie is said to have sent a check. Greenfield residents are asked to assist Seward as he names his airship Greenfield after his old home.
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Greenfield
Ind
Ira Seward
Coshocton
Andrew Carnegie
Seward
Farmers Make Money Raising Good Horses
Farmers in Hagerstown Indiana see a boom as 75 horses left the area last week. Buyers report demand similar to wartime levels with prices up to 200 dollars for driving and work horses. Draft horses weighing up to 1300 pounds fetch strong prices in New York and Boston markets.
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Hagerstown
Ind
New York
Boston
Public sale nets $8,200 for farm property in Greenfield
On February 18 in Greenfield Indiana the public sale of Jacob Hoss personal property brought $3,200. Mr and Mrs Hoss and their three children were connected to the farm assets and plan to use the proceeds accordingly.
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Greenfield
Ind
Jacob Hoss
Senate Passes Bill on Local Special Elections
The senate approved a bill changing local election rules for towns seeking name changes or dissolution of an incorporation. It would replace the current two thirds vote requirement with a simple majority verdict by electors.
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Senate
Postum Cited As Coffee Alternative In Health Appeal
An advertisement highlights Postum as a healthful daily beverage replacing coffee. It quotes a young woman who suffers from stomach issues and insomnia but reports better sleep, digestion, and energy after switching. Her brother also notes improved wellbeing andPrefers Postum to coffee. The message promotes Postum Co. Battle Creek Michigan and a promotional booklet.
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Postum
Postum Co
Battle Creek
Mich
Wellville
Moran Funeral Honors D A John B Moran Halt Court Sessions
Boston February 18 two sessions of the superior court were suspended to honor District Attorney John B Moran whose funeral was held at the Moran home in Wakefield at 2 pm.
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Boston
Superior Court
John B. Moran
Moran
Wakefield
Dying Citizen Sparks Revival in Laurel Indiana
In Laurel Indiana February 18 a town wide religious revival unfolds after the death of William Ferris. Ferris is believed to have spoken to the crowd for an hour and a half before dying urging a better life. Many locals join the church led by Pastor M. S. Taylor of the M E church where the meetings occur.
Man forgets to shut off the hydrant in Indiana
In West Lafayette Indiana on February 12 John Darby found his barn flooded with two feet of water after leaving the stable hydrant running all night. His horse and two cows were rescued with help from a neighbor using an ax to break ice.
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West Lafayette
Ind
John Darby
Artisans Triumph: Metropole Parlor Table of Old Mission Finish
A newly shown billiard table in the Metropole parlor rooms near the I O O F building draws praise for its quartered oak frame and old mission finish. Built by George S. Steffen, it features a top inlaid with cigar brands, a central Old Glory motif, portraits of presidents, foreign rulers, and monograms. The ornate coloring and pastework display rare taste and skill, worth inspecting in person.
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Metropole
George S. Steffen
Charles L. Steffen
Charles E. Pfau
Metropole Organization
Excessive interest on deposits sparks New York scrutiny
In a January 1909 report, New York State Bank Superintendent Clark Williams condemns high deposit rates as harming borrowers and the economy. He cites practices by The Indiana Trust Co awarding 7 3 4 percent on deposits, noting substantial capital and surplus values.
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Clark Williams
State of
New York
Indiana Trust CO. Capital
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