Community Notices and Local Updates from Centralia
Local items report visits and travel notes including Mrs Pritchard and Mrs Mowe mourning their mother Mrs Hutchinson. Albert Shaw from Upper Sandusky Ohio calls on friends. James King plans brick building west of town this summer. Democratic State Convention meets in Springfield. Visitors include Rev Mr Hedges and Farmington family. Terre Haute residents stay with J Griffiths. C F E Killie of Robinson stops by, subscribes for Mississippi Messenger. Sherman House offers cheap cigars. Many thanks, Bach.
Meat Shop Relocates to Main and Franklin Streets
Mr Schneider moves his meat shop to the corner of Main and Franklin streets. Ele keeps a ready stock of meat at all times. Sheriff Bartlett receives invitation to attend the hanging of W Harry Johnson in Paris tomorrow at 1 o clock. Mr Mowe, son in law of John Hutchinson, bought the home property of Mr HL, paid off James Towers claim, and sold property to Dr Korn.
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Sheriff Bartlett
W. Harry Johnson
Paris
Local dispute over report on John Eckles child corrected
Frost disputes a prior story about John Eckles child claiming the account was wrong. Informants J. D. Schweitzer and John Eckle stand by or challenge the tale as presented.
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Mr. Frost
John Eckles
J. D. Schweitzer
John Eckle
Mrs Cook Recovers After Illness
Mrs Cook has been very ill for two weeks but is rapidly recovering. Dr. Jones serves as the attending physician.
Local notes mix a small livery yard incident and social chatter
A rough Sabbath evening incident near the livery stable ends with a drunken tramp receiving a few sharp chairs. The page also records visitors Miss Josie Griffith of Racine and James Phillips of Dolson township, plus local political talk, social observations, and stray items about bands, teeth, and crops.
Frost Receives Credit for Dispatches on Bulletin Board
The column notes that the dispatches published last week originated from Mr. Frosts bulletin board and offers him our warmest thanks for the contributions. Wal responds that credit will be given.
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Frost
Wal, M. O. F
Death of Samuel Archer Brother of Steph en Archer
Samuel Archer aged 68 died on Tuesday last in this county after long residency in Terre Haute. He left a large family of grown children and numerous relatives and friends mourn his loss. He formerly lived here, and by hard work amassed considerable property.
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Samuel Archer
Stephen Archer
Terre Haute
Tailors Roseman and Borsum Thrive in Terre Haute Trade
Mr Frank Roseman of Roseman and Borsum merchant tailors Terre Haute Ind called on us recently. They are doing a good clothing trade in the section and deserve it for they are skilled workmen and first class gentlemen. Visit them for clothing needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Roseman
Roseman & Borsum Merchant Tailors
Terre Haute Ind
Greenup authorities seize eight whiskey houses for license violations
Greenup authorities captured eight whiskey establishments for selling whisky without government licenses. Some suspects may be investigated further as authorities pursue enforcement. The action reflects strict compliance with liquor laws and penalties for violations.
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Greenup
Hazel Dell plans Fourth of July centennial celebration
Mr. Walace Young of Hazel Dell invited Chat Bell J L Ryan Jas Graham and a local writer to speak at the Hazel Dell Fourth of July centennial event. It is likely two of the four will attend and deliver remarks while the community promises a lively gathering.
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Hazel Dell
Walace Young
Chat Bell
J. L. Ryan
Jas, Graham
Ourself
York rumor of shooting deemed false by townsfolk
A York communication signed Pedro claimed a young man shot through A B Roseborn's window at night. Citizens say the incident involved Oliver McPheters firing at neighbors during a dispute with Thomas N Cats, with an accidental stray shot possibly hitting a window.
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York
Pedro
B. Roseborn
Oliver McPheters
Mr. R
Thomas N. Cats
Editor Frost Confesses Crime in Letter Exchange
Excerpt from a May 10 1876 letter by M. O. Frost claims he did not seduce Pearce’s daughter but admits a crime confession. The Paris Gazette editor reports Frost admitted guilt and then defamed the victim and her sister, criticizing Frost’s church membership.
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Peter C. Pearce
M. O. Frost
The
Herald
My. P
Terre Nante
Mrs. Johnson
John N. Ryan
Paris Gazette
Frost
Excursion to Chrisman Draws Hundreds with Music and Hospitality
A large train crowd of four to five hundred people from ages six months to 75 gathered for the Chrisman trip. Judge Stockwell and Afr. Slusser attended with wives and the Chrisman hosts treated visitors well. The Sabbath School program featured fine music by a tall singer and local bands provided skilled performances. No disorder occurred and the hotel business benefited from the event.
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Chrisman
Judge Stockwell
Slusser
Uggest
Chirieman
Return to Marshall Offers Music and Muddy Travel Tale
A travel narration describes a trip home with music, meals, and muddy roads near Big Creek. It notes a pocket knife found by property proof and charge payment, and a farewell chorus as the train neared Marshall. A separate note reports M. O. Frost P.M. was arrested in Paris by U.S. Marshal Logan and freed on recognizance to appear July 6 for tampering with mail matter.
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Marshall
Big Creek
Inet
M. O. Frost
U. S
Logan
Paris
Sale
Centennial Picture Gallery Ad At West Square Corner
A brief notice invites readers to visit the Centennial Picture Gallery located at the west corner of the Square. The ad emphasizes the new collection and convenient access for visitors.
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Centennial Gallery- Trust
Centennial Picture Gallery
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Bach
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