Hoosierisms in Red Key and Town News Roundup
Red Key features a young composer Arthur Kinney with a song When the Wheat Turns into Gold. Poland endures a $60000 fire with bucket brigades. A Logansport murder charge involves Isaac Stover and witness sister. Mishawaka farmer boasts a giant pumpkin. Elopement and marriage switch rumors in progress. Mrs Clara Lowell of Muncie assaulted and injured. recover. Kokomo counts dozen snowflakes. affidavit planned. Noblesville football claims two year no scoring record. Van Buren rich gas and oil prosperity continues.
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Red Key
Arthur M. Kinney
Arthur
Unclear OCR fragment on marriage and relationships
Fragmentary text describes thirteen as unlucky for some people and mentions Mr and Mrs Frank, a wedding of thirteen days, and a dispute or separation involving two individuals. The readable portion is insufficient for a coherent summary or naming reliable entities.
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Elp
Myr
Frank Ams
Woman Dies After Poison Attempt In Despondency Over Lennon
Missocr showsps af mac he aeep lv in love with Wiliam Lennon and in despondency over his character took darphine Thursday night and died after medical aid arrived. Lennon is jailed on a minor charge.
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Wiliam Lennon
Lennon
Reverend Dr Charles Little Wins Favor in City Service
Revo Dr Charles Little of the Presbyterian Church in Wabash completed his first year of service in the city. He was very popular, with an estimated over 4,000 addresses rendered during the period.
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Charles Little
Presbyterian Church
Oat Wabash
Little
Bard no f Name in new book Twenty Five to Peabidle slupdartnas
Fragmentary OCR mentions a new book titled Twenty Five to Peabidle slupdartnas with a reference to a Bard no f Name and a character on Peetomipie road. Details are unclear and names are partially garbled.
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Jnaprs
Weyfe Poonsiite
Peetomipie Road
Woman to seek cruelty warrant after dog’s death
Mrs WooM Pars of Indianapolis will file a warrant against a college authority for cruelty to animals. The dog died after a field searal and was reportedly cruelly treated at a medical college where the animal was allegedly mishandled.
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Woom. Pars
Iniianapolis
Tie
Twenty Mormon Protesters Tie Up Shelbyville
Local residents express anger as twenty Mormon protesters block activities in Shelbyville. Police report a public nuisance while elders defend peaceful assembly and warn of further demonstrations when men are away from home.
Marion man summoned by night for whitecaps arrest
Harrison Coli of Marion was roused from bed by a gang of whitecaps who informed him to brace up. Collis deserted his wife and seven children, assaulted a neighbour, and was arrested on a larceny charge. The incident reflects harsh rural enforcement.
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Harrison Coli
Marion
Collis
Whitecaps
Marion Denies Federal Building Image
A proposed federal building in Marion is depicted as a handsome colonial structure but locals oppose it. The town rejects the design, humorously saying they will inspect the gift horse in the mouth before accepting it.
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Marion
Widowed Fort Wayne Woman Seeks Husband in Ad
A Fort Wayne widow Mrs Maude Gaziey ran an ad seeking a husband. Suitors come from near and far and tell up to sixteen stories of five daily. She is only twenty years old and no match has yet been made. Indiana reportedly has many single men.
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Fort Wayne
Maude Gaziey
Heirship Rumor Hits Seguin Over Sweden Aunt
Edward Seguin of Indianapolis heard he was sole relative to Aunt Maria of Sweden who allegedly left a large fortune. A rumor claims a traveling companion may receive the bulk of the estate, leaving Seguin hopeful yet unsettled about the bequest.
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Maria
Edward Seguin
Indianapolis
Sweden
Mr. Seguin
Seguin
Civic league formed in Vincennes to beautify city
A civic league is established in Vincennes to beautify the city and enforce local ordinances. The town notes its historic reputation from a novel about Vincennes and aims to sustain that image.
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Vincennes
Explosion at Baldwin well burns man to death
George Pearce died in a gas and oil well blast near Baldwin. Two others were seriously injured. A. B. Rhodes attempted a rescue and was badly burned in the effort.
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Baldwin
George Pearce
Pearce
A. B. Rhodes
Meat prices rise as live stock falls in Indianapolis
In Indianapolis meat costs climb with pork chops leading the market while livestock inventories shrink. Traders note rising prices and stronger profits for packers amid thinner supplies and higher consumer cost.
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Indianapolis
Farm sale nets high price from drainage boosts
John Keefe of Kentland sold his Pulaski county farm in the south part of the county. Drainage ditches increased its value a hundred fold, making a very favorable deal for the prosperous farmer of today.
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John Keefe
Kentland
Pulaski County
Greencastle Courthouse Cornerstone Laying Gala
Greencastle welcomed a large crowd last Thursday for the courthouse cornerstone ceremony. Excursions were run from many towns and the day was a gala event. The courthouse is expected to cost 254 dollars.
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Greencastle
Eastern miners push coal land near Winslow
Three large Eastern mining companies operate 3.90 acres of coal land near Winslow. Drilling for gas and oil continues as many new buildings rise. The winter coal trade outlook is stronger than ever.
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Big Eastern
Winslow
Oil price surge lifts Indiana producers to new highs
Last Wednesday the oil price jumped to 127 dollars a barrel, delighting Indiana operators. Industry chatter foresees 150 dollars and some predicting two dollars as possible milestones amid a rapid market rise.
Little Katherine Kingers Dreams of Bluebeard Fright
In Crawfordsville the girl Little Katherine Kingers awoke from a nightmare as wife of the feared Bluebeard. She leaped from bed and fractured her arm but escaped harm from the tyrant in the dream.
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Katherine Kingers
Crawfordsville
Bluebeard
National Gun Club Tourney Draws Attention at French Lick
The National Gun Club hosted a large shooting tourney at French Lick with notable scores. Politician Tom Taggart of Indianapolis tried the sport, though observers say his strength lies in politics, not shooting.
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National Gun Club
French Lick
Tom Taggart
Indianapolis
Indianapolis Bicycle Theft Forecast Sparks Auto Trend
Officials estimate at current pace Indianapolis will lose all bicycles in two years. With about 4,000 wheels in the city and a theft rate of five per day, residents may switch to autos once the wheels vanish.
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Indianapolis
Arrest of Richard Turner for wheel theft ends with capture
Richard Turner known as Marion was arrested after calling on his sweetheart. He had previously stolen a wheel and was alerted by the woman he visited, leading to a police pursuit and his capture.
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Richard Turner
Marion
Richard
Corn shredder strikes leave several maimed in state
Reports from across the state recount the corn shredder's deadly work with victims Cecil Simpson of Columbus left hand mangled Elijah Chapman of Washing ton same fate Daniel Henzil of Boonaville arm cut off West Teegarden Covington arm amputated near shoulder and the list grows longer.
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Cecil Simpson
Columbus
Elijah Chapman
Washington
Daniel Henzil
Boonaville
West Teegarden
Covington
Beckham Wins in Kentucky Pennsylvania Amid Usual Election Returns
Ohio Republican incumbent wins by 125 000 in a Tuesday election as party factions claim momentum Beckham secures key states Kentucky and Pennsylvania amid routine returns reflecting a party pattern.
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Beckham
Kentucky
Pennsylvania
Farmer Winds Up His Own Grave In Indiana Cemetery
William Windell of Washington township near New Albany is digging his own grave in Wesley chapel cemetery near Corydon. The work has begun long ago and is nearly finished. The grave will be brick walled and cemented. Windell, in good health, says he expects to live many years but wants to assure his last resting place is arranged as he directs.
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William Windell
Washington Township
New Albany
Wesley Chapel
Corydon
Windell
McClean elected third mayor of Greater New York over Low
After a united press and religious support, George B. McClean, son of a Civil War general, won the Greater New York mayoralty by 81,414 votes over fusionist Seth Low. Devery ran independently with under 3,000 votes. Grout and Fornes also secured key city posts. Philadelphia report notes Republican plurality in state races.
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New York
George B. McClean
Greater New York
Seth Low
Edward M. Grout
Charles V. Fornes
William S. Devery
Devery
Herrick Beats Johnson in Ohio Governor Race by Wide Margin
Columbus dispatch reports Republican Colonel Myron T. Herrick won the Ohio governor race over Mayor Tom L. Johnson by a large plurality likely exceeding 120,000. The party also achieved over 190 legislature plurality for Senator Hanna, far surpassing prior records.
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Columbus
Ohio
Myron T. Herrick
Tom L. Johnson
Hanna
Louisville Special Votes Tilt Toward Governor Beckham Contests Rise
In Louisville Kentucky the election closes with heavy turnout and irregularities as Governor Beckham the Democratic candidate appears set to win over Republican Col. Morris B. Belknap by about 1500 votes. Republicans dispute the result and seek Beckham’s election.
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Louisville
Brekham
Morris B. Belknap
Beckham
Governor Cumnins Leading Reelection by Pluralities
Des Moines special dispatch reports the retinue indicate the reelection of Governor Cumnins by a plurality of votes, matching gains for Republican allies. Democratic headquarters dispute the size of the plurality, denying such margins.
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Des Moines
Cumnins
Freed
Dicket
Campbell Seems Set To Win State Supreme Court Seat
Denver notes full returns from the city and scattered state tallies indicate John Campbell, Republican, will secure a majority for the Supreme Court seat. No other offices were filled in this election.
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Denver
John Campbell
Supreme Court
Garvin Re-elected Governor in Narrow Rhode Island Vote
Midnight returns show Governor Garvin of the Democratic Party narrowly ahead with a greatly reduced plurality. The race remains in doubt as late districts report, with the Republican State Central Committee claiming they can overturn Garvin’s lead with forthcoming results.
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Providence
Root
Garvin
Republican State Central Committee
Bates Re elected Governor of Massachusetts by Narrow Plurality
John L. Bates wins re election as Governor of Massachusetts by about 37 000 votes over Democratic challenger Col William A Gaston. The race ends Tuesday with Bates holding a plurality in a tight contest.
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Jeston
John L. Bates
Massachusetts
Col
William A. Gaston
Washington sees record per capita money circulation
In early November the United States recorded the highest per capita circulation in its history. Based on a population estimate of 120,946,000 the treasury division reports an average money circulation of 29.99 dollars per person, up from 29.36 dollars a year earlier, with a steady monthly rise.
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Washington
United States
Treasury Department
Man Kills Two Brothers After Farm Fight
Pottsville Pa special report says William Weissinger killed brothers Louis and Frederick after an altercation with brother Benjamin Franklin Weissinger. He fired on sister and sister-in-law and held a posse at bay for nine hours before capture.
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Pottsville
Benjamin Franklin Weissinger
Louis
Frederick
Roosevelt Grateful For Ohio Election Results
President Roosevelt expressed pleasure over the Ohio results in the national election, stating he was very gratified by the Ohio outcome. The president gave no further comment on the election beyond this.
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Teddy
Ohio
Washington, D. C
Roosevelt
Treasury Statement Reveals Cash Decline in October
The October treasury statement shows the invailable cash balance fell since October 1 by 10,779,781, reaching 228,637,402 excluding the reserve fund. Receipts declined by 500,900 while expenditures rose by 5,000,000, creating a monthly deficit and nearly erasing the prior three months’ surplus.
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Treasury
Washington
Remarkable Nelson Mirage Reflects Edgar Town in Sky
A mirage seen north of Nelson created a striking illusion with the entire town of Edgar, about fourteen miles away, appearing reflected in the sky above Superior Nebraska. The sighting drew attention from locals and prompted inquiries into atmospheric conditions.
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Superior
Neb
Nelson
Edgar
Panama Independence Sparks Turmoil and Naval Dispatches
A Panamanian uprising proclaimed independence at 6 p m Tuesday as crowds, including armed militants, surrounded government troops. Reports note Colombian troops favor the movement while U S ships and Rear Admiral Glass prepare to guard transit across the isthmus amid canal concerns. The state department calls the situation serious with protection of American interests still paramount.
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Isthmus
Tovar
Amaya
Republic of Panama
Washington
State Department
Conrads
Cojon
Dixie
Atlanta
Boston
Isthmian
Nashville
Glass
Concord
Marblehead
Wyoming
Acapulco
Republic of
Colombia
Panamea
Pacific
Caribbean Sea
Payne's Postal Figures and Rural Free Delivery Costs
Washington estimates show Postmaster General Payne asking for 16.8 million for the postal service and 1.5 million for the Washington post office. A projected 1905 deficit is cited while Congress debates funding for rural free delivery expansion and carrier salaries.
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Washington
Payne
Treasury
Congress
Postal Service
Post Office Department
Earthquakes in Persia Reported by Simla Dispatch
A London cable to the Daily Mail from Simla says terrible earthquakes struck Turshiz near Turbat i Haidari in Persia killing 350 people and injuring many others.
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London
Daily Mail
Simla
Turshiz
Turbat-i-Haidari
Persia
Vatican Fire Threatens Papal Library and Gallery
A Rome Vatican fire in the hall of inscriptions near the Pinacoteca started from a kitchen accident in M. Marie's rooms and burned three rooms, flooding the museum and library. Pope Pius X ordered Rome firemen to the scene as he prayed, aiding efforts with Mer. Merry Del Val and other officials.
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Rome
Vatican
M. Marie
Father Ehrle
Sendarmes
M. Marle
Mer. Merry del Val
Mer. Bislett
Mgr. Dellachise
Museum of Inscriptions
Orgia
Pope Leo
Bloody Crow clash near Cheyenne river reported
Governor Chatterton was notified of a Saturday afternoon battle fifty miles north of Lusk Wyoming near the Cheyenne river between Crow Indians and Weston county authorities led by Sheriff W H Miller. Miller and a deputy were killed, another deputy wounded, three Indians slain and several wounded. Troops may be ordered to aid in pursuing the assailants.
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Wyo
Chatterton
Cheyenne River
Lusk
W. H. Miller
Weston County
Miller
New Wheat Grades Adopted by New York Produce Exchange
The grain committee of the New York Produce Exchange establishes three macaroni wheat grades No 1 No 2 and rejected macaroni. This marks commercial dealings for macaroni wheat in the United States with an estimated 10 500 000 bushels grown this year and some already sold in France.
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New York
The
New York Produce Exchange
France
Man Stabbed to Death After Prayer Meeting Fight
Fay Upchurch stabbed William Rhine after a prayer meeting at Long Branch. Upchurch fled on horseback and remains uncaptured. The dispute began when Rhine allegedly stepped on Upchurch's toes. Rhine apologized and exited, but was pursued and fatally stabbed.
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Cairo
Lil
Fay Upchurch
William Rhine
Long Branch
Upchurch
Rhine
Race Riot Fatalities Reported in Lake Village
In Lake Village Arkansas two people are dead and three wounded after ethnic clashes between whites and blacks on Tuesday. The disturbance ended only after a lynching quelled the crowd.
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Lake Village
Ark
Speci.l
Duel in Louisville election office leaves officer wounded
In Louisville Kentucky a three cornered election clash erupted Tuesday injuring Democratic election official Tom Riley. Republican officer Jacob Krieger is suspected as the shooter and may face charges as investigations continue.
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Louisville
Tom Riley
Jacob Krieger
Roosevelt Rejects Loeb Uniform Plan at White House
President Roosevelt opposes Secretary Loeb's plan to outfit all White House staff in livery arguing it undermines republican ideals. A drawing of uniforms with silver buttons will be sold cheap for cash by Loeb as a result.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Secretary Loeb
Executive Mansion
Republic
White House
Loeb
Lipton Withdraws Cup Offer For 1904 Transatlantic Race
Sir Thomas Lipton has definitively withdrawn his offer to present a cup for the 1904 transatlantic yacht race. Emperor William will now present a cup through the New York Yacht Club or the Atlantic Yacht Club.
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London Cabie
Thomas Lipton
Emperor William
New York Yacht Club
Atlantic Yacht Club
Willful Misstatements in United States Shipbuilding Case
New York reports reveal allegations of willful misstatements falsification swindling and fraud in the United States Shipbuilding Company. Receiver James Smith Jr urges suits against promoters vendors and Charles M Schwab to recover value for creditors.
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New York
United States Shipbuilding Company
Bethlehem Steel Company
James Smith, Jr
Charles M. Schwab
Smith
Dowie's Restoration Plan in New York Abandoned
John Alexander Dowie cancels plans to move the remaining members of his Restoration host from New York back to Zion City. He declares the project a failure and shifts to abandoning the effort a week earlier than originally scheduled.
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New York
John Alexander Dowie
Zion City
Oldfield Sets Three World Auto Mile Records at Overland Park
Barney Oldfield of Denver breaks three world automobile records at Overland Park on Thursday. Five miles quickens from 4:54 to 4:45, ten miles from 9:34 to 9:34? and fifteen miles from 14:24 to 14:24? Both old and new marks credited to Oldfield.
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Oldfield Lovers
Denver
Col
Barney Oldfield
Overland Park
Oldfield
Eighteen Robberies Tied to Kalamazoo Youth
Kalamazoo Michigan report states John King aged 18 confessed to participating in eighteen robberies over two months. Authorities say the Bank of Augusta would have been blasted if not for the arrest.
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Kalamazoo
Mich
John King
Bank of Augusta
Football Victim Thomas McCauley Lays Injured in Brooklyn
Thomas McCauley a 16 year old boy remains at death’s door in a Brooklyn hospital after injuries from a football game. His neck is broken and his lower limbs are paralyzed though he retains full mental faculties.
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New York
Thomas McCauley
Brooklyn
Sunday School Lesson on Absalom and David
The article recounts 2 Samuel 18 focusing on David awaiting news of the battle between his forces and Absalom's. It highlights Ahimaaz and Cushi delivering tidings, David’s distress for Absalom, and the Golden Text from Proverbs. It notes how the father heart weighs more than kingship and reflects on consequences of parental choices.
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David
Ahimaaz
Zadok
Absalom
Joab
Cushi
Asalom
Allom
Wrong Number Leads Broker to Widow in Error
A Wall Street broker mistook a directory entry and called Mrs. Jones at a widow’s home. After his startled inquiry about her husband, the line rang off, revealing he had reached a widow by misdial. The incident underscores how simple dialing mistakes can have serious social consequences.
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Wall Street
Jones
New York Sun
Crank in Conversation Sparks Insurance Attack Claim
A Philadelphia Press quotation portrays someone labeled a religious crank who confronts another about being "prepared to die" while noting the man is a life insurance agent. The exchange highlights suspicions of motive and integrity in a brief dialogue.
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Philadelphia Press
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