Bennett Rites Held At Vernon For Civil War Vet
Vernon mourns A J Bennett a Civil War veteran and longtime Odd Fellows lodge member aged about seventy one. Funeral Monday at 1 30 p m at Vernon with interment there. he leaves a wife and previously lived in Lebanon.
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Fred Langjahr
Odd Fellows Sage
Vernon
A. J. Bennett
Bennett
Ben Adhem Lodge
Magnolia Rucam
Qent I
Daughters of
Rebekah
Odd Fellows Lodge
Lebanon
G. A. R. Post
Parson's Peach Basket Bets Misread Marriage Certificate
A mistaken certificate in a county clerk office led Rev. Mr. Brown to be wed to a young bride with the groom’s name miswritten. Judge Artman teased Brown while the minister explained the error amid laughter, and Brown eventually appeared with a basket of peaches. The incident highlighted the name mix up between Brown and the intended groom.
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Brown
Krom
Artman
Mr. Brown
Woman 79 Killed Crossing Tracks Near Montmorenci
Mrs. Seales, 79, was instantly killed when struck by a fast train while crossing near Montmorenci Station west of Lafayette Indiana. The accident occurred Friday afternoon and was witnessed by a large crowd as the woman attempted to cross the tracks about half a block from the station.
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Lafayette Ayette
Ind
In Seales
Montmorenel
Here
Child dies in Harrison Township from Harrison family
The daughter of Jesse B. and Dora Hendersen of Harrison Township, Gale Margaret Malinda Hen a, aged one month and eight days, died Sunday in Union Calon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jesse BR. Henderson
Harrison Township
Felow Gale Margaret Malinda Hena
Jesse B
Dora Aeterene
Harrison Town
Held
Sanday
Union
Calon
Effects of bad books on boys and readers in general
A Pennsylvania youth's turn to crime is linked to reading thrilling dime novels. The piece argues reading shapes character and national destiny, warning that popular heroes and trashy romance warp morals across ages. Emphasizes the need for good associations and high moral reading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania City
Shakespeare
Jesse James
Frank Tracy
Dustitis: A New Disease From Dust in Real Estate Particles
The article warns of Dustitis, a new ailment linked to inhaling large quantities of real estate dust that resembles hay fever. It notes dust infiltrates homes, urging sprinkling with oil to curb dust and aid road packing, and advises keeping cisterns and gutters washed to prevent mud during rains.
Roads Dust and Potholes Worsen Travel Conditions
Dusty gravel roads are worn through in many places and hiding chuck holes. Summer gravel application failed to pack due to lack of rain, reducing road usefulness and safety for all vehicles.
Judge Barker Heads to Kentucky State Fair
Fr. Barker of Tinruiven will spend most of next week in Louisville Kentucky attending the State Fair of Kentucky. He will judge Berkshire and Poland China hogs and on Wednesday afternoon he delivers an address to the swine breeders and farmers convention on the subject of The
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Fr. Barker
Tinruiven
Louisville
Kentucky
Barker
Berkshire
Poland
Swine Breeders and Farmers Convention
Keeley Case Proceeds as Divorces Also Granted
The Keeley damage case against Indianapolis remains unfinished in Boone circuit court with evidence to be taken Monday and possible extended deliberation. Two divorces were awarded: Lucinda J. Fischer from Fred C. Fischer and Lessie P. Nichols from Andrew B. Nichols. Custody of the child awarded to the plaintiff with visitation for the defendant and his parents. In Crose v Smith, judgment granted for possession with $2822 and costs.
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Keeley
Indianapolis
Boone
Lucinda J. Fischer
Fred C. Fischer
Lessie P. Nichols
Andrew B. Nichols
William B. Crose
Arthur J. Smith
Justice of the Peace! Conte
Injunction Sought Over Michigan Clinton Road Contracts
Taxpayers of Michigan township represented by W. R. Moore file in circuit court for injunction to halt selling contracts for new gravel road improvements. They claim $60,000 debt already exceeds constitutional limit and that $76,000 more would be added, equating to $30 per capita, calling the project unnecessary and costly. Similar suit filed for Jackson township by William J. Davis and Athert Hodgen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort
Michigan Township
W. R. Moore
Circuit Court
Arch C. Avery
James H. Coapstick
Wm. B. Pruitt
Board of Commissioners
Clinton County
Clinto County
Palintitt
Jackson Township
William J. Davis
Athert H. Hodgen
Busy Week for LG E Club Members
A busy week pre school saw LG E Club reorganize and welcome new members. Tuesday evening at Hazel Perkins home introduced Cecile Adler Florence and Hsther Coombs as initiates. The group enjoyed kimono party activities, then meals at Ethel Marvin's. Wednesday featured a kimono party. Thursday went to Sumleys and Friday held a watermelon party at Rowen House rear.
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LG. E. Club
Hazel Perkins
Cecile Adler
Florence
Hsther Coombs
Ethel Marvin
Sumleys
Wriday
Postmasters Urged to Use Honest Sense and Courtesy
A. L. Lawshe, third assistant postmaster general, spoke at the National Association of Postmasters in Indianapolis urging postmasters to use “horse sense” in handling department matters. He warned against partisan officework, stressed clear writing, proper reporting to the department, and fair treatment of offenders, including leniency for ignorant individuals while punishing knowing fraud. He touched on stamp perforation for ID, money order tracking, and second class mail rules, closing with a call for courteous, tactful public service.
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A. L. Lawshe
Indianapolis
National Association of Postmasters
Eend
Lawshe
Jost
Weis
Lawsha
State Fair premiums awarded to Howard Riley Thorntown
Premiums were awarded to Howard Riley of Thorntown at the State Fair this week for livestock. Prizes included Sow under 12 months first third and fourth, sow ha, Sid, six pigs under months bred by exhibitor Lat, bear and three sows over size and under 12 months. In tour aid Giese Boterts.
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Howard Riley
Thorntown
Osiz
Intour Aid
Giese Boterts
Attempted assassination of New Jersey Governor Fort thwarted
An infernal machine sent to Governor Fort of New Jersey was intercepted by postal officials in Atlantic City. The device combined powder bullets and matches and could have killed him if opened. Messages inside hinted at a personal foe of constitutional government. Governor Fort declined to elaborate, calling it self-explanatory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Governa Fort
New Jersey
Atlantic City
Great Sea Side
Dust Clouds Blankets Indiana Roads as Drought Bites
Dispatches from Indiana report water shortages, dust storms, and heat blight across the state. Fanners haul water for stock, sprickters banned for lanes, pastures parched and crops ripening prematurely under red sun. Dust reddens the moon and sun, with some observers noting aurora-like skies as drought harms fish and vegetation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Ind
Oakland City
Saya
Book Juggling at A Booth Co Linked to Receivership
Revelations from Chicago dated September 12 report that A Booth & Co the 12 fish game and seafood distributor placed in the hands of a receiver Thursday faces charges of book juggling for at least three years. Bankers allege balances were falsified to hide liabilities, allowing the company to float paper that might otherwise fail. Booth family members are said to be unconnected and victims of others mismanagement who abused their confidence.
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A. Booth & Co
Asaet
Cus
Booth
Vanaver
Qnes
Heavieas
Indianapolis Wins Pennant in Dramatic Baseball Finish
In Indianapolis, fans celebrated as the Indianapolis Club practically clinched the pennant after beating Louisville at Washington Park. The Browns led by three games with only three remaining, making a tie unlikely unless Louisville wins all three. The festive mood reflected Indianapolis’s strong lead and near certainty of victory.
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Indianapolis
Louieville
Washington Park
Browns
Louisville
Three pound tomato shocks town’s odd crop show
A quirky feature at the rural fair drew crowds as an unusually heavy three pound tomato won attention. Organizers highlighted the giant fruit amid playful chatter about strange tomatoes and local agriculture.
Recovering from Typhoid in Jamestown Newsroom
Rinmert Weaver of Jamestown, long listed as sick for a month, continues to recover from typhoid and related ailments. Local doctors report gradual improvement and expect full recovery with rest and care. No further complications noted. family grateful for support from neighbors.
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Rinmert
Jamestown
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Vernon Tod
Pormer Nesmpentt
Rev. i. PB. Brown
Ed. Barker
Michigan
I. Ui. K
Governor Fort
Darrow
Honsier
A. Booth & Company
Chicago
Revela
Tedian
Bedge
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