Closing Day at County Fair Promises Strong Races
Three good races mark the final day at the county fair with a supportive crowd. Weather cooperated as attendees gathered early while the gate staff managed crowds. A concert preceded noon activities and political figures, including Mr Hisgen and George W McCaslin, attended events and addressed the audience.
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Lane County Fair
Rush
Prem
L. Hisgen
Independence @n
Hisgen
Neal
Newt
George W. McCaslin
Illinois
Floral display draws crowd at Indiana fair floral hall
Watts shows a striking plant display attracting strong attention in the floral hall. The arrangement is described as the centerpiece of the floral displays, drawing visitors and highlighting the fair’s horticultural exhibit.
Vital statistics deaths by diseases and violence in July
The state health board reports July deaths: 39 from tularculosis, 60 pneumonia, 58 typhoid. Violence caused 207 deaths including 171 accidents and 36 homicides and suicides. murder methods included gunshots and cutting. Accident causes ranged from steam railroads to drowning and falls.
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State Board of Health
Rising temperatures forecast across interior and eastern U S
A U S Weather Bureau telegram to W T Blythe notes temperatures will rise in the interior and eastern United States with a forthcoming barometric disturbance crossing the Rocky Mountains. It is expected to bring rains and possible frost in the middle and northern states as the system moves toward the Atlantic region by mid week.
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W. T. Blythe
Willis L. Moore
United States Weather Bureau
Washington
United States
Rocky Mountains
Hendricks-Schoff Wedding at East Elm Residence
Ledger B E Hendricks and Christina Schoff wed at 417 East Elm Street with Rev L E Brown from Central Christian church officiating. The ceremony was private with relatives and close friends, light refreshments followed, bride previously at Cincinnati Store, groom foreman at Ge Patriot composing room, and guests extend hearty congratulations.
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East Elm Street
Ledger BE. Hendricks
Christina Schoff
L. E. Brown
Central Christian Church
Cincinnati
Ge Patriot Composing Room
Hendricks
Giants' Otis Crandall Leads NL Pitchers and Batters
The National League report shows Otis Crandall of the New York Giants excelling as a pitcher and batter. Crandall has ten wins and eight losses with a .218 batting average, ranking fifteenth among fifty-one pitchers. Shaw of St. Louis hits .271.
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Otis Crandall
New York Giants
Matthewson
Wiltse
Crandall
McGinnty
Taylor J
Ames
Shaw
St. Louis
Way Out West enthralls Grand Opera House crowd
Amusements notice reports strong interest in the Cutter Stock Co at the Grand Opera House this week. A large audience last night praised the cast and the presentation of Way Out West. Tonight the company offers Thorns and Oranges, among its strongest works, with high expectations.
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Cutter Stock Co
Grand Opera House
Early Edition Reporter Goes to Press at Noon
The Reporter issued its edition at noon today to allow staff to attend to an apparent local event. Details are sparse in the fragment, but the paper aimed for timely distribution as the newsroom prepared for ongoing coverage.
Races Race Through Heats Amid Mixed Fortunes
Yesterday’s Boone County pacing featured four horses with Billy Mack misjudging the distance causing an early walk and Lady J overtaking at the wire. Floetta swept the trot heats while Bay Leaf faltered after a strong first heat, and Double Trouble won the pony half mile as Snap faded from the stretch.
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Itta
Aaron Goodwin
Bay Leaf
Jonn Matthews
Russiaville
Floviia
McRoberts
Billy Mack
Mel Roberts
Harmon
Lady J
Phys
R m
McRoberta
Mack
McCoy
Dexter Boy
Lovingfoss
Guy Hammel
Double Trouble
Snap
Brown
Trouele
Ienatch
Double Trowlle
McCloud
Princess Johnson
Davis
Rhodius Case Set for Greenfield Trial Next Tuesday
The suit by James and Berryhill for the annulment of George Rhodius and Elna Dare's marriage advances to trial in Greenfield Indiana next Tuesday morning after venue change from Marion County. Lawyers include John Kern and Stokes Jackson, with Kern stating his nomination for vice president will not affect the case. Berryhill and Rhodius return from Atlantic City. Rhodius reports improved health.
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James &. Berryhill
Guardian
Hil Ward
George Rhodius
Elna ‘Dare
Greenfield
Ind
Marion County
John W. Kern
Eima Dare
Stokes Jackson
Kern
Plaintff
William Bosson
John Claypool
Henry Spaan
Associa
Michael Ryan
Rackelshaus
Marion ‘County
Claypool
Berryhill
Atlantic City
Reunion of Thirty Third Indiana Regiment in Indianapolis
A reunion of the thirty third Indiana regiment was held at Garfield Park in Indianapolis with survivors Shore McClellan and Jesse Christopher among attendees. The group observed the forty fourth anniversary of Atlanta surrender led by Gen. John Coburn. Hallie Buchanan read an essay as officers elected: President Charles Seaton Martinsville, Vice President John Hardwick Martinsville, Treasurer W S Miller Morristown, Secretary A J Buchanan Indianapolis. Lieutenant H H Lyons of Ft Scott also attended.
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B. Shore
David McClellan
Garfield Park
Indianapolis
Indiana
Harve Walton
Cal Monroe
Boone County
Shore
McClellan
Jesse Christer
Atlanta
John Coburn
Hallie Buchanan
Charles Seaton
Martinsville
Ind
John Hardwick
W. 8. Miller
Morristown
A. J. Buchanan
North Senate Avenue
H. H. Lyons
Ft. Scott
Kas
Marriage Announcement Opens Bonnell Dowry in Crawfordsville
Mrs John R Bonnell hosted about forty ladies at her East Market Street home for luncheon in honor of guest Miss Mary Fobes of Goshen. A pink wedding bell charm announced the forthcoming marriage of daughter Helen Evang Bonnell to William White Fobes of Goshen in October 1908.
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Lebanon
Helen Bonnell
Crawfordsville
Rose
William White Fobes
Helen Evang Bonnell
Bonnell
Mr. Fobes
Goshen
Misa Bonnell
Crawfordeville
City High School
Sheet
Washington, D.C
Rot
Funeral Arrangements for Rev. Frank P. Trotter
The remains of the Rev. Frank P. Trotter who died in Michigan arrived in Darlington last night. The funeral was held today at 10:36 am in Dartington with interment following.
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Frank P. Trotter
Michigan
Darlington
Dartington
Mothers urged to improve country school conditions now
A Commoner editorial decries inadequate heating ventilation and sanitation in rural schools. It calls mothers to inspect facilities before winter, organize meetings, and mobilize volunteers and funds to make schools safe and clean for children, stressing immediate action.
Lochinvar Rink Set to Open with 4000 Foot Surface
Lochinvar Rink opens Monday September 7 with a 4000 foot skating surface. C C White returns as manager after a successful prior year. The rink offers top quality skates, private lessons by appointment, free wrap checks on non Saturday days, and a military band organ for music.
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Lochinvar
C. C. White
White
Harold Hawkins family reunion held at Carmel Tuesday
The Harold Hawkins period dates back to early settlers from North Carolina who first settled in Wayne county and later moved to Hamilton county. The tenth reunion drew over two hundred members, with many in attendance, and Dr. J B Harold of Richmond works on a family history as a descendant and stalwart statistician.
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Harold-Hawkins
Carmel
North Carolina
Wayne County
Hamilton County
Harold
Richmond
Divorce Suit Filed By Julia Minor In Lebanon
Mrs Julia Minor through attorneys Christian and Christian sues for divorce from CHE Minor of Lebanon alleging fidelity issues and cruel treatment. She seeks $1000 alimony and custody of a 14 year old son. Married in 1884, they separated in 1908. daughter is married.
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The
Noblesville Enterprise
Christian
Julia Minor
Che
Minor
Lebanon
Frost Hits Tender Vegetation Last Night
First frost of note likely damaged or killed young plants and buds. Reports indicate frost was heavy enough to injure delicate vegetation, with gardeners noting concerns for crops and early blooms. Local weather observers warn of continued cold nights and advise protective measures for sensitive plants.
Vollmer Defends Divorce Suit Amid Allege Family Troubles
Chris Vollmer of Lebanon responds to his wife’s divorce complaint in a lengthy letter to the Columbus Republican. He disputes alimony claims, accuses his wife of teaching their children to steal, and details alleged infidelity and family disputes. Vollmer mentions Tom and George Vollmer in jail for burglary and hints at upcoming sensational revelations.
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Columbus Republican
Republican
Chris Vollmer
Lebanon
Mamma
Emma
Volluier
Tom
George Vollmer
Tom Vollmer
Vollmer
Artman
Lafayette
Volmer
God
Edna
George
Martinsville
Mrs Aga vunean Seeks Divorce From Harry Duncan
In Frankfort Mrs Aga vunean files for divorce from her husband Harry Duncan. The couple wed in June 1907 and separated in October of the same year. She accuses him of cruel and inhuman treatment and failure to provide.
Weather Bulletin Fair and Warmer Tonight
Fair and warmer weather expected tonight and through Friday. Light winds and dry conditions favor outdoor plans with daytime highs around comfortable levels and nighttime lows mild for late season readings. A pleasant stretch, with no significant precipitation anticipated.
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