Fourth Edition Merits Salary for Supreme Court Reporter
In a Thursday session Representative Shambaugh proposed paying the supreme court reporter 3000 annually with one assistant and transferring report rights to the state. The bill foresees 1090 copies, two volumes per circuit court, and trade sale at 25 percent above printing cost. Griffiths warned of potential $20000 yearly gains if no action is taken.
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House of Representtatives
Shambaugh
Sun
Supreme Court
Courh
Thaill
Griffiths
Chamer
John W. Kern
Cranky Indiana Legislation and Personal Notes in a Letter
A letter from Indianapolis dated January 17 discusses a legislator’s perks, camera portraits, and a humorous yet sharp bid for office favors. It critiques favoritism, jokes about spittoon cleaners and a colored man for a spittoon, and includes odd anecdotes about a dog actor, cabinet hires, and a maple sugar request. It ends with domestic chatter about sugar, salt, and election expenses.
Massacre of German Missionaries at Sugu in Zanzibar
In Zanzibar on January 17 Arabs destroyed the German missionary station at Sugu. Eight missionaries were massacred and three bodies, including a woman, were horribly mutilated. French missionary stations face danger amid the attack. Nearby, in Braz, Ind, the Brazil black coal company closed No. 6 mine indefinitely, leaving 150 to 200 workers idled. The Sun prints a "For Rent" notice on its second page.
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Zanzibar
Sugu
Braz
Ind
Brazil
Black Coal Company
City
Robbed of His Wife The Catholic Protestant Marriage Row
In Quebec a sensational case centers on Emma Murphys and John Flanagan marrying Jan 2 by Protestant minister Rev Love. Emma claims the union is invalid under law and church rule. She has left with friends and is said to be in a convent while Flanagan seeks reinstatement and banns under Catholic rites.
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Hank
Quebec
Emma Murphys
John Planagan
Love
Gream
St. Patrick’s Church
Vlanagan
Rumor Claims Teller for Interior Post Sparks Race
A Denver paper reports a letter suggesting Senator Ronry Teller may be offered and accept the interior secretary post after a recent Indianapolis visit. Potential contenders include ex-Senators Chilcott Brown Simin Pabor and Governor Cooper, with Nye and Riley also mentioned amid colorful anecdotes of the tour.
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Pesven
Dan
Denver
Byronrd
Indianapolis
Ronry
Teller
Interior
Chilcott
Ald
Poebin
Brown
Simin
Pabor
Joh AL Cooper
Martinsville and Greencastle News Briefs from 1900s Era
Martinsville plans river realignment and stock ordinance changes as commissioners push new policies. In Muncie R Persoing, a city figure, dies. Murphy meetings overflow. Costio family member dies at Blue Mound after weeks of illness. City population listed as 14 000. Central Cooperative unveils a new gas company. Greencastle John Canada, colored, arrested on saddle theft charges near George Leonard. Bob Hendrix breaks into Ashley’s meat market and escapes. Dr Clemens, a Black Canadian lecturer, visits town in red flannel suit and earns 12 89 for drink. DePauw University marks Founder’s Day. Five marriages are recorded. The Home for Friendless Women and Children reports 592 aided applicants in Ju18. three deaths and five marriages occur. finances show a balanced treasury and annual cost about 2000.
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Martinsville
Muncie
R. Persoing
Nan
Murphy
H. T. C. Costio
Bhue Mound
New Gas Company
Greencastle
John Canada
George Leonard
Bob Hendrix
Ashley
Dr. Clemens
Thursdey
DePauw University
Home For Friendless Women and Children
Farm hand shoots off right hand in hunting accident
RUSSVILLE Ind Jan 17 Special Farm hand named Durham employed by Martin Blacklidge went coon hunting Wednesday night and shot off his right hand. Jolly bachelor’s farewell ball by eight old bachelors drew a large crowd with visitors from Indianapolis and nearby towns. John Bright Worse Luxor Jan 17 Special John Bright has suffered a relapse. 4 off on all soot hats. New York fiat Co
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Rushville
Ind
Durham
Martin Blacklidge
Indianapolis
John Bright
Loxvoyx
Hacker Receives 14 Year Term For Assault and Battery
The jury found Hacker guilty of assault and battery with intent to kill James P. Bruce. He was sentenced to fourteen years in the penitentiary plus a $1,001 fine, exceeding the legal limit by a dollar. The verdict implies about 1,010 days till release with good time, though authorities doubt he will benefit. Additional charges linger against John Kokemiller after a Sunday night melee on S Meridian Street.
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Jim Nye
Hill Miley
Edgar Wilean Nye
Staten Island
York
James Whittomh Riley
Indianapolis
Indiana
US. A
Brazil
Nye
Joseph Pulitzer
Providence
Mr. Neve
Riley
Birmingham
Tonto
Janes P. Bruce
Criminal Court
Hacker
John Kokemiller
Hord
S. Meridian St
MereLant Policemien
Who's to Win Him revival charms Phoenix club
An audience at Manner chor hall witnessed a Phoenix literary society revival of the comedy Who's to Win Him. The cast included David Kahn as the humorist and Blanche Kaler as Rose, with Essie Messing and Edith Kahn among the principal players. A prologue by Dr. Frank Bays preceded the play, followed by musical numbers and readings.
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Mannerchor Hall
Phoenix Literary Society
David Kahn
Raphael
Rose
Blanche Kaler
Musidora
Mattie Mitchell
Minuetta
Iss Essie Messing
Arabela
Edith Kahn
Sylvia
Spor
Frank Bays
Goldsmith
Terpsichiare
Air
Charles A. Meyer
J. M. Lolomis
Dieon
Hailey
Phteais
Solitiser
Amoug
Daeas
Snowy Miss Salvenstien
Bamberger
Airs
S.hNiser
Myre
Klunter
Selig
Dr. Hass
Mes. Wirshbun
Vre. Kahn
Gundelfinger
L. Banberger
Kiser
Ducar
Real Estate Transfers in Indiana Amid Old Records
Indiana fair weather aside, older real estate transfers list parcels in various additions. Names such as Fuller, Sennart, Lemon, Barr, Carrott, Bailey, Trimble, Piety, Plunkett appear with multiple lots and sums including 263.18, 2400, and 2000. Conveyances total 7,163.18 with entries for Gooper and Miami Powder Co. plus new barracks at Wim and rider notes.
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C. Fuller
Alto
Sennart
Hubbard Martindale & McCarty
J. BK
Lemon Et al
H. Barr
Allen & Root
H. J. Cooper
M. Carrott
Gooper
L. Bailey
M. HR. Trimble
W. D. Piety
Root & Allen
Miami Powder Co
A. Plunkett
Senate Fight Over Doorkeepers Turns Into Raucous Debate
In the Indiana Senate a heated clash over appointing 20 extra doorkeepers erupted during Wednesday’s session. Accusations flew as Senator Johnson denounced a past claim by Senator Smith, while the presiding elder pounded the marble slab in protest. The uproar continued into Thursday with more motions, committee actions, and parliamentary squabbles as both parties jockeyed over rules, health concerns, and liquor legislation.
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Senate
Johnson
Smith
McDonald
Griffith
Blackguard
Bolly
Dcbson
Jahmson
Sesston
Flo
Str. Mitchell
Fifth Presbyterian Church
Barrett
Toncay
Hudson
Second Base
Byrd
O'Neil
Bills
Wupire
Urmiston
Urmston
Ta'ana
Sears
Dresser
Hamilton County Judicial Court
State House
State Board of Health
Board of Health
State Boards of Health
Duncan
Society of Friends
Tobnson
House
Warrton
Roasted Court Debate Divides Democrats and Republicans
The piece reports on Judge Woods grand jury charge and the heated political dispute it sparked. Democrats condemn the instruction as lenient and dangerous, while Republicans defend the judge as knowledgeable about the law. Additional items note a marriage, an elopement, and various local civic updates.
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Woods
Lux
Turdlay
Coy
Bernhamer
Sudiey
Sentinel
Dudley
Catse
Bargains in Boots and Shoes at Closeout Prices
Local retailer advertises closing out all odd broken sizes of leading boot and shoe makes. Offers startling discounts across the stock with emphasis on best national brands. Contact details point to a North Penn Street location for in-store viewings and purchases.
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North Penn-st
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