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Newspaper
Kingman Star
Location
Kingman, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1915
Page
2
The Kingman Star calls on Kingman Indiana residents to display flags and honor departed heroes for Decoration Day. It urges widespread patriotic home draping of Old Glory on Sunday May 30 to honor those who served and those who died in the great struggle.
The Indiana Supreme Court upholds a law making railroads liable for fires caused by engine sparks without proving negligence. Analysts expect stricter engine inspections and reduced losses, noting 237 locomotive spark fires in 1914 causing $87,266 in property damage. Earlier cases include Lauretta Morgan seeking damages for fires from a faulty furnace pipe. Fire loss figures for 1915 through May show improvement over 1914, with January losses notably lower.
The Commercial Club plans its regular Friday night gathering with a majority of members expected to attend. Leaders stress the club’s value in fostering town progress and future projects through discussion and collaboration.
A businessman urges prompt payment and honesty, saying it is better to forgo pleasures than leave an overdue account unpaid. He advises presenting to creditors on time to gain appreciation for one’s efforts.
The piece urges residents to weigh new ideas, welcome improvements, and engage in open dialogue. It argues boosters gain respect as advocates while detractors are labeled grouchers, and notes chautauqua seasons are beginning to open offering moral, affordable entertainment.
Advert shows Clem Ratcliff offering ample blue grass pasture and good water. Dr E Ejowbank traveled to Indianapolis Tuesday to attend a state convention of dentists. Mrs Mollie Garrigus visited from Tangier Saturday.
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