Madison briefs highlight soldiers and local moves
Twenty five soldiers for Uncle Sam have already been secured in Madison by Capt Penney at the new recruiting station. Rev F M Huckleberry will move to Capt Watts property on Third Street. Damaging storm claims a death. Jefferson County graduates attend Indiana Medical College. Franklin College sues for capital stock. depot modernization excites Bedford and Bedford area.
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Uncle Sam
Madison
Penney
F. M. Huckleberry
Vine Street
Franklin
Franklin College
J. M.thomson
Bedford
Louisville, New Albany & Chicago R. A
Public Square
Ohio and Mississippi Railway
Sixth Infantry
C.G. Penney
7Th Infantry
J. A.wells
B. F. Paullin
H. Radgen
E. W. Hower
Fort Thomas
Kentucky
City Democratic Committee reorganized with ward by ward changes
The Democratic City Central Committee met in the City Clerk’s office with broad attendance. New ward committeemen were elected including Thomas Murtaugh in the First Ward and Gus Zoeller succeeding Henry Chapman. Officers were named: George E. Trow Chairman E G Niklaus Vice Chairman George B Clark Secretary Frank Schram Treasurer. A spring primary under Australian ballot was planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic City Central Committee
McGregor
Thomas Murtaugh
Henry Chapman
Nicholas Rehl
Gus Zoeller
Chapman
W. L. Miles
Frank Schram
Andy Mayer
George Martch
Henry Schneider
Wm. MecDermott
Thomas Gavin
Joseph Maurer
E. G. Niklaus
George B. Clark
Robbery hits Jacob Trout on Main Street
Jacob Trout, a recent Kentucky transplant living near the Vernon terminus, was robbed of 50 dollars last night when burglars entered his home as the family slept. No suspect is identified, and friends express sympathy and hope for recovery of the money.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Trout
Main Street
Vernon
Trout
Kentucky
Marriage of Rev Dr D W Moffat and Susann W Moffett
The Rev Dr D W Moffat of Fort Wayne married Mrs Susann W Moffett this afternoon at 1 30 at the bride’s mother Mrs S S Moffett’s home. The ceremony was conducted by Dr W BR Brown in the presence of the immediate family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. W. Moffat
Fort Wayne
Susann W. Moffett
Death of An Octogenarian William Schivelbine
William Schivelbine, 89, died at his home on West Third Street after years of blindness and illness. A German immigrant who settled in Madison 50 years ago, he survived by a wife and son Elmer of Jeffersonville, with a step son John Marx. Funeral from the family residence tomorrow at 3 pm conducted by Rev. C. W. Tinsley. Dr I S Burdette of Broadhead sues Western Telegraph Union in Stanford Ky for 25000 damages over a late telegram summons.
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James L. Arnold
Trimble County
Milton
Bedford
Carlisle
William Schivelbine
West Third Street
Madison
America
Germany
Pittsburg
Elmer
Jeffersonville
John Marx
Johnson’s Starch Works
C. W. Tinsley
Stanford, Ky
Madison Herald
Hrr- Ald
Joseph E McDonald
Washington
Indianapolis
Hutchins
Frankfort
B. Gratz Brown
G. G. West
T. T. Crittenden
Joe Blackburn
W. C.P. Breckinridge
John Mason Brown
Death Looms Over Madison’s Prominent Citizen Albion B. Wood
The long battle with illness ends near as Albion B. Wood, born November 4, 1813 in Grafton Mass, nears the end. A merchant in youth, he married Charlotte Jewell in 1843 and joined the Second Presbyterian church after the old Wesley Chapel revival. A devoted Odd Fellow and longtime local leader, he leaves a wife and three of four children.
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Madison
Albion B. Wood
Gum Reaper
Grafton
Mass
Wood
Charlotte Jewell
John Jewell
Wesley Chapel
Moffatt
A. B. Wood
Second Presbyterian Church
Fraternity
Order of
Odd Fellows
Grand Lodge
Odd Fellowship
Old Citizens’ Club
George J. Wood
Lizzie Wood
Mollie Neal
Charles C. Wood
Webster
Jeffersonville street railway company formed under Dennis Long
Jeffersonville announces incorporation of a new street railway firm led by Dennis Long. In local news, several Kentucky couples wed in Jeffersonville as Lenten season dullness gives way to matrimony, and Franklin College moves toward affiliation with Chicago University with scholarships and shared resources.
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New
Jeffersonville Street
Raiway Company
Dennis Long
Jeffersonville
Kentucky
William Lichtefeld
Kate Constantine
Butchers’ Hide and Tallow Company
Maiden Lane
Wm. T. Davis
Ada Grifee
Rock Haven
J. W. Kerr
Mary E. Christie
Campbellsville
Joseph Abbott
Mary Craigg
Corn
Franklin County
Franklin College
Chicago University
Franklin
Chisago
Chicacago
Madison Herald covers court cases and local notices
City Marshal Renchler aims to stop Sunday baseball. Township assessors prepare school enumeration. A.J. Cummins heads to Waukeagan to accept a miller post. Deputy Prosecutor Bear wins a replevin case in Monroe township. Funeral for Mrs. Barbara Mose posted. Various social and political notes from Madison including elections, lectures, and club meetings.
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Renchler
Court House
A.J. Cummins
Miller
Waukeagan
Ill
United States Starch Works
Sol Bear
West Madison
Wm. Blackard
Bud Layton
John Clark
James Blackard
Marshall
Wm.Cowen
Patten
Indianapolis
Koffman Levi
R. Sulzer
John Ecker
Charles Gertz
Sale of Cleveland Bay stallion to Indiana buyer
Messrs. Blackmore and Officer sold their celebrated Cleveland Bay stallion yesterday to W. H. Baker of Sardinia in Decatur county Indiana. The notice promotes Salvation Oil and Dr Bull's Cough Syrup and urges life insurance at 25 cents to guard against consumption risks.
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Messrs. Blackmore & Officer
Cleveland Bay
W. H. Baker
Sardinia
Decatur County
Ind
Dr. Bull
Dr.Bull
Right Across the River Tragedy Near Corn Creek Landing
Reports from Corn Creek Landing 14 miles downriver describe a Kentucky style feud flare up last night when Dave Berry allegedly shot Chas Thauman with a double barreled shotgun. Thauman is said to be in a dying condition with his right arm severely injured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Heraip
Corn Creek Landing
Dave Berry
Chas
Thauman
New Albany ministers push end to Sunday funerals
A local ministerial meeting endorses a Chicago style plan to discontinue Sunday funerals and displays. The proposal urges private services, no public processions, restrained expenses, scripture readings and prayer, and opposes heavy mourning attire. Catholic clergy supported the move.
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Madison
Courier-Journal
Barnard
New Albany
Chicago
Father Kelley
Holy ‘Trinity
Father Fuller
St. Mary’s Churches
The World 1892 Promises Democratic Victory and Strong Journalism
The World pledges relentless support for a Democratic president in 1892 while reporting impartially for Republicans. It cites high circulation, constant growth, and dedication to public service as guiding principles. The paper aims for more impactful achievements in the coming year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
America
Gavis HaMillTon
Grover Cleveland
Realiz
Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills Advertising Efficacy
An exclamatory testimonial collage asserts Hood's Sarsaparilla dogs and pills possess remarkable medical power and lasting consumer appeal. It claims voluntary statements from thousands prove effectiveness and that Hood's Pills cure constipation by restoring peristaltic action of the intestinal canal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Map of the United States offered by the Burling ton Route
A large handsome map of the United States mounted for home use is issued by the Burling ton Route. Copies mailed on receipt of twelve cents in postage. Address Chicago.
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United States
Burlingtom
Salt Qchicago
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Scottsburg
Nathan Arbuckle
Columbus
Ed Wilson
Terre Haute
J. H. Barnard
George
Paris
France
J.T. Bashaw
Henry County
Capt
McCain
Bashaw
Charles A. Korbly
Korbly
New Albany Ledger
Jefferson County
Indiana Medical College
Mollie V. Lewis
Canaan
George Stewart
Shelby Township
L. H. Bear
Brooksburg
L. T. Cox
Dupont
Madisonville
Pulitzer
New York World
James Scott
Chicacago Herald
Scott
Harrison
Hanover College
First National Bank
P. H. K. McComb
Presbyterian Church
Bucyrus
McComb
Hanover
NEW City Gentral
James Leatherberry
North Church Street
Louisville and Jeffersonville
Wan
Smithsonian
Bloomington
Fannie Torranes
F. D. Charleton
J. P. Jenkins
Edith Dreyer
George A. Gamble
J.C. Nash
Shelbyville, Ky
Green Smith
Mason Niblack
Vincennes
Vevay
California
The
First Presbyterian Church
Robert Marshal
Henry Shannon
Rachael Best
C. A. Korbly
Merchants’ & Manufacturers’ Club
Madison Hotel
Louisville Times
Louisville
Wonderland Museum
Japan
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