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Newspaper
Madison Weekly Herald
Location
Madison, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1918
Page
3
Readable fragments show a mixed local ad page with contact hints and names but most details are unclear. Words reference a sale, a place near Topeka or Tope leah Crewehing, and various disorders or ailments, suggesting a chaotic classifieds entry with scattered items and a few proper nouns and locations.
Court heard the petition by Madison Light and Railway Co to dissolve street car service on Madison Street. Judge Edwards presiding with Public Service Commission officials present as testimony outlined dismantling plans and mortgage terms. Multiple witnesses and stenographers attended. city representatives argued the avenue move amid public interest.
The Madison area reports a baptism and funeral for Mrs. Glenn Lee with interment at the Catholic cemetery. The article notes the new pastor at the Mod Church and lists deceased and mourners. Also covered are influenza deaths of actors Harold Lockwood and Julian Lig, with mention of their fame and Madison ties.
The obituary notes Mikes Mattie M G gee, longtime cooperator of Mrs Mary Welch, died suddenly in Indianapolis. The report mentions a series of family connections including sisters and relatives, with details of illnesses and recent deaths in Padia and nearby towns. The account reflects local concern and lists several names and relations without providing full clarity on dates.
The article notes a draft board update in Jefferson County and a call for qualified men to induction, alongside civic events. It mentions crowds on Madison Street for Halloween festivities, a Powder Plant work detail at Old Hickory Nashville, and Red Cross carton distribution at the post office with volunteers ready to assist.
The item describes a coal cake product held with cement for practical use across Louisville Indianapolis and Wenord Gide. It notes sales at Irvin's sale reaching about $5,000 in stock despite bad weather and mentions Mrs Charles Friedersdorf traveling to attend cousin Foster McConnell's funeral in Scipio.
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