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Newspaper
Mooresville Guide
Location
Mooresville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1898
Page
1
Orders arriving by car load the prompt sale emphasizes low prices and large, comprehensive stock. The message highlights basing and sealing furcase as a method to maintain the lowest prices at all times.
A garbled ad lists spring wash goods including ginghams madras and percale patterns. It references patterns, colors, and new spring shadings plus a winter undergarment sale and extensive garment items for women men and children with price notes and special dates.
Havana reports point to a submarine mine exploding under the port forward side of the ship Maine. Naval officials debate whether the blast was caused by mine proximity or careless handling at the mine station. Investigations continue as divers work near the wreck off Havana Harbor.
Washington reports the Naval appropriations measure faces Senate amendments and possible conference action. details note proposed 81 million to be appropriated and friction between House and Senate over increases while finance and ordnance officials lobby for funding. officials expect swift action as committees review the bill.
Fragmented OCR text notes a Senate debate on appropriation and a housing bill, with discussion lingering through the day. A House session spans debate on a medical or postal bill, drawing attention to speeches and ongoing legislative acts.
Thomas Bromley of the Brumley Bros Carpet company confirms Beeston dispatches that talks aim to unite the dugran carpet manufacturers into a national association. He says efforts are advancing and a national body would soon be an assured fact with a capital planned at 16,000,000 dollars.
In Newcastle Tand area John Thrawley surrendered to the sheriff admitting he killed Rufus Shoemaker following an alleged theft claim by Thrawley’s wife. Shoemaker was shot at his home. Thrawley traveled to the city afterward. Also from Havana two Spanish divers search the wreck for bodies withCaptain Peral leading a board of inquiry amid continued debris-related challenges.
March 2 report from Pontreal Mintters tilwood notes labor leaders after deliberation announce no municipal or county slate will be submitted. The labor candidate for mayor is the Republican Mwatmag, while Raweed groups and pro proposed ticket face scrutiny from voters and factions.
A dramatic explosion shattered a building and nearby homes injuring residents. Report mentions mayor and local officials investigating the blast amid questions on safety and regulatory compliance. People affected include Mrs. Afoore P Beye and several named locals. context hints at constitutional debates and local governance responses.
General William Booth founder of the Salvation Army was given a warm welcome on his second visit to the city. He arrived from Oakland and was escorted to the California theater where he led a large Consecration meeting attended by thousands.
Frank James once a famed outlaw lies near death in St Louis due to pneumonia as of March 1 reports confirm with hospital notes indicating grave condition and deteriorating health.
A bloody clash at the Huntington County infirmary near here between inmates Ebersole and Willian Vandevender leaves Ebersole gravely wounded with severe injuries. Vandevender is jailed as authorities investigate the incident.
Mixed town briefs report an arrest for alleged property crimes in Bloenington tied to J W Simmons & Co Yaka tastes. a dog tobacco incident in Angedia. deaths and illnesses across Indiana with community notices. March 12 sheriff sale of State Baptist Assembly grounds and continuing legal actions tied to the association.
Wabash Indiana reports about 11 fraternal orders with a membership near 50 and outstanding insurance totaling over 1 900 039 dollars. The area is viewed as a strong field for fraternal insurance products.
Four miles south of the city a prominent farmer, Thomas Williamson, accidentally killed himself by poison. He leaves a grieving family. Also from Greenfield Indiana, word arrives that the State Sunday School Convention will be held in Greenfield next June.
A fragment quotes a dispute over a gingerbread horse versus a gingerbread wheel. The line attributes anger to a boy named Dick and mentions his grandpa who gave the horse. The excerpt reflects a humorous or rhetorical exchange from the Detroit Free Press.
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