Sensational chase recalls Greencastle horse theft case
An Indiana chase centers on John Poland a Curryville man who evaded authorities with his wife using a mule wagon and a repeating rifle. Deputies fired as the pair fled toward Clayton Putnam and Hendricks county lines. Poland was later arrested near Gibson Crossing amid a tense stakeout. The pursuit involved Sheriff Stroube Deputy Kelley and a posse. details indicate a horse theft from Sandford Hammond of Clayton.
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John Bada
John Poland
Greencastle
John Po
Indi @hapothy
Bila Han
Sandford Harmond
Clayton
John Po Fond
Thorntown
Fand
Rade
Poland
Owatho
Dell Poland
Sheri Stroube
Mike Kelley
Loment O8
Webb
Here
Seland
Putnam County Berder
Woland
Gibson Crossing
Cromaing
Hendricks County
Dile
Gilman's Cromaing
Lond
OF Wells
Dees
Abies
Leigh
Kelley
Kiliey
Fred Tan
Aberi
Mirabe
Lemuel Jobne
Arthur Aine
TA Sigher
A. J. Hamrick
Iidianapolis
Weather, Halley Comet, and town folly in May
Reports describe residents joking about Halley’s Comet and a cold spell affecting people and animals. A crabby observer quips about heat, sun, and love heat while noting May’s weather defies past expectations and a mob would have formed years ago.
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Halley
Bol
Letter from Boone County Man Cites Hard Times in 1841
An 1841 letter composed by William McCormick in Boosie County Indiana discusses scarce money and hard times. It lists prices for corn wheat bacon and other goods, mentions abundant game like deer and turkeys, and notes frontier conditions near Wayne and Boone counties with reference to local farms and land.
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Bien Davia
Broadway
Indianapolis
William McCormick
Boosie County
William Davis
Wayne County
Indiana
Jhoone County
Mt Dave
Clever Swindler Wilken Ordered From Towns
A man calling himself Wilken, an alleged resident of Indianapolis, is expelled from several towns after attempting a swindle. He peddles various goods at thirty five cents a yard claiming high quality, while merchants note the same goods can be bought for ten cents a yard, yielding about two hundred percent profit.
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Inga
Wilken
Indianapolis
Tie
Local Repairs Prompt Public Alarm And Vigilance
Citizens notice a local heating plant repair and safety concerns spur police vigilance. Local residents express mixed feelings about repairs while urging caution and cooperation with authorities to maintain warmth and safety during the period.
Escaping Gas Incident Endangers Fred Neff
A narrowly avoided death occurred this morning as escaping gas endangered Fred Neff while he was in the tailoring establishment of Martin Honey. Neff narrowly escaped injury after a hazardous morning incident.
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Des
Fred Neff
Martin Honey
Sheriff Mangus and posse pursue horse thieves in Indiana
Frankfort Man and posse headed by Police Baker and Sheriff Mangus of Moone county Indiana rode to Cla eimnali on Wednesday to chase a gang of horse thieves recently active in the area. They scoured stock yards, learned where one horse had been sold, and hope the lead will help trap the gang. The group, about six farmers, found no missing stock this trip.
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Cincinnati
Baker
Order Circulares Target Fourth of July Fireworks
An order issued yesterday directs a reduction of fireworks use during the Fourth of July celebration as part of a campaign by officials and papers. State statistics show a number of incidents last year linked to Independence Day displays and fireworks.
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Elrenlare
Immane
Prof Tilson Receives Honor in Gownersville Ceremony
A local spectal from Conmersville notes Prof J M Tilson was honorably elected municipal director in city schools. His student achievements and service are praised as a keynote at the May Festival with a Haydn performance honoring his patience and will.
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Tilson
Gownersville
Conmersville Ays
J. M. Tilson
Tilsson
Haydn
China claims Dr Masters second venture in Chung King
A Thorntown dispatch says Dr Luella Masters has accepted an appointment to Chung King China to work as a physician. The Methodist Women's Board previously employed her in 1908 and now she returns to a city on the Yangtse where no physician is available and the local hospital lacks staff. The church pleads for more doctors as she foresees a vital opportunity to aid the newly serving mission field.
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Luella Masters
Appointmong
Chung King
China
Yangtse
Ching
Methodist Church
Dr. Manters
The
Ihe
Tettaig
Augiet
Masters Haw
Hone
Chang Wing
College professor calls women savages amid horse theft tale
A garbled report mentions a professor claiming women are savages and discusses stolen horses moving between Indiana and Ohio. It notes recovery of one horse and hints at a double move by two brothers near the state line, with little clear context.
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Cineinmart
Indiana
June at Home amid Haste and Household Chores
A fragmented 19th century column sketches the bustle and fatigue of domestic life. The piece paints a scene of morning chatter, quick meals, and the strain of constant activity, with images of heat, chores, and insufficient rest shaping a weary, homebound routine.
Marriage of WHI K Kilugier and Mins Rauth Peftolt
The announcement reports the marriage of WHI K Kilugier of Zlonavitte and Mins Rauth Peftolt, made in Danville Ohio on March 14, with both families aware but the couple keeping it secret from friends. The bride is from the Allison Defroit household near Clarkeville, and the groom works as a clerk in Zionaville. they traveled to Hinobt for the ceremony.
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Whi K. Kilugier
Zlonavitte
Mins Rauth Peftolt
Danville
Allison Defroit
Clarkeville
Hinobt
Thorntown Man Thinks Boy Wallace Mitchell Killed
William Mitchell of Thorntown telephoned police headquarters to say Wallace Mitchell, a boy killed at Hartford, South Dakota, was probably the one slain. The Hartford coroner sent word that night confirming the death. Mitchell learned of the fatality after the fact.
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Thorntown
William Mitchell
Hospital Dedication Date Set Amid Funding Dilemma
At a late commission meeting in LaPorte the dedication was set for September 16, one year after cornerstone laying. The hospital should be ready July 2, but maintenance funding faces a stalemate due to legislative inaction. Members debate funding by subscription or waiting for the General Assembly. A memorial to William S. Holman was adopted. his death in Aurora prompts a new appointment to complete the final inspection.
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Ita
General Assembly
William 8. Holman
Aurora
Holman
Mnal
W & Holman
Congress
Death in Soldiers Home Recalls Murder and Pro Football Pay
The article recalls the Willam J. Abyanyi death at the State Soldiers Home tied to a historic murder case involving Nancy Clem and her trial defended by Major Jonathan W. Gordon. It also discusses 19th century salaries of major league players, comparing $9,100 in 1869 to modern pay, noting changes in protective equipment and game conditions. The piece shifts to baseball action with Detroit Tigers overtime losses, rain disruptions at Newark and Burlington's 3-1 win, Springfield beating Davenport, and Madison's win over Ayrtown with Smythe and Armati notable plays.
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Willam J. Abyanyi
Indiana
Ant Mes
Si Lochananois
Nancy Clemim
Jonathan W. Gordon
Hidiana
Abrame
Michigan City
Cincinimats Red Stockings
Glover
Kings of the Diamonds
Thrown From Cow Catcher Near Williams Hospital
A man named Bryan from Cincinnati riding a coach on Ble Four fell from a moving engine near Haseltine station early this morning. He sustained head and facial injuries with bruises across the body. He was transported to Williams Hospital where doctors assessed his condition later in the afternoon.
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Bryan
Haselrigg
Haseltine Station
Kent 10
Williams Hospital
Thin Place
Suttons Hospital and the Origin of a Corporation
A historical account of Thomas Sutton and the origin of the Sutton Hospital charity in London. The piece covers the 1616 letters patent, the Charterhouse site, Sutton's will, and legal challenges led by Francis Bacon and Lord Chief Justice Edward Coke regarding incorporation and the hospital for aged people and education.
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Thomas Button
Tettera
Sutton
Chitin
Battens
Howard House
Charter House
Tiwan
Ber
Philanthroplat
Thomas Sutton
Lutton
Brancie Bacon
Tard Verabnaty
Edward Coke
Court of Common Plead
Justine Coke
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