Indiana Grand Army encampment closes with campfire address
In Anderson Indiana on May 15 an overflow crowd attended the Department of Indiana Grand Army of the Republic encampment closure. Governor Durbin addressed attendees as George W Grubbs was elected Department Commander and a full slate of officers was installed amid district delegates to the national encampment and new department leaders.
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C. C. Schrieder
Evanaville
George W. Miller
Terre Haute
James M. Barlow
Plainfield
M. C. McMachin
Fort Wayne
John W. Tingle
Richmond
Sarah C. White
Rockville
Margaret Blose
Amelia Goli
A R
Indiana
Anderson
Collins
Hirst Circle
Lai G. A. R
Thie City
George W. Grubbs
Mi Wae
G.A. B
Mor R. Wine
Town Law Explaination Clarifies Town Trustee Terms
Indianapolis May 15 an attorney general explanation clears up confusion over the 1901 town law biennial elections. It states that trustees elected in 1900 hold until 1902 though successors are elected in 1901, with office takeovers in 1902. A 1908 successor to a 1901 electee takes office immediately, while a 1904 expiry case delays until May 1904.
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Indianapolis
Stranger Arrested in Ind Charged With Horse Theft
In Sullivan Indiana a man registering as Fred Parrett of Sumner Wisconsin was arrested by Sheriff Dudley for offering a horse and buggy cheaply. He allegedly obtained the outfit with forged notes from Edward P. Staf of Vincennes, notes bearing William Huston’s name.
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Sullivan
Ind
Fred Parrett
Sumner
Dudley
Edward Pinkstaff
Vincennes
William Huston
Lawrence County
Iainois
Lorenz Spiritualized Hip Dislocation Debate At Congress
Washington May 15 Details from the Congress of American Physicians and Surgeons show the American Orthopedic association debating Dr. Lorenz hip dislocation treatment. Dr. E H Bradford of Boston planned resolutions thanking Lorenz, but critics feared backlash and no resolutions or discussion were recorded after an extended executive session.
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Washington
Congress of American Physicians and Surgeons
American Orthopedic
Lorenz
E. H. Bradford
Boston
United States
Bradford
Deering Plant Reopens After Arbitration Agreement
The Deering plant of International Harvester in Chicago resumes operation after a strike lasting ten days. A vote favored resumption 525 to 394 after a major labor rally. Agreement reinstates striking workers while non union staff remain, and calls wage disputes to arbitration by a triad from the union, company, and Chicago board of arbitration.
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Chicago
Deering
International Harvester Company
Chicago Federation of Labor
Supreme Court to Hear Northern Securities Case Motion
The attorney general will move in the United States Supreme Court next Monday to advance the hearing of the Northern Securities case. The court is not expected to act before the term ends on June 1, with reconvening on October 12.
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Washington
United States Supreme Court
Northern Securities Company
Engineer Killed in Midland Division Express Wreck
The Cincinnati and Pittsburg express on the Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern line derailed five miles east of Washington D. C. The engineer and fireman died and several were seriously injured. Spreading rails caused the accident.
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Washington D. H
Ohio
Cincinnati & Pittsburg Express
Midland
Baltimore & Ohio Southwestern
Fire destroys Lawrenceville home killing two children
Pittsburg May 15 fire consumed the residence of James Bell in Lawrenceville last night. Two children, William and Edward Bell, perished in the blaze.
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Pittsburg
James Bell
Lawrenceville
William
Edward
Dr King’s New Discovery Saves Dorchester Woman
Disastrous wrecks and careless causes ruin railways while throat and lung sufferers suffer. Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds cures even worst cases. Mrs Lois Draga of Dorchester Mass is cited as life saved by this remedy. Guaranteed to work.
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Dr. King
Lois Draga
Dorchester
Mass
Man Linked to Infernal Machine Case Traced to Chicago
Chicago detectives pursue a figure named Russell or Russeau believed to have built or helped finish the infernal device found on the Umbria. Chief McClusky and NY officers investigate 287 Washington boulevard rooming house run by the Ehlens and seek earlier clues at 295 Washington boulevard linked to a prior tenant who left dynamite sticks.
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Chicago
West Side
Russell
Rosseau
George W. McClusky
New York
Funston
Carey
Chief McClusky
Rohan
Washington Boulevard
Harry Ehlen
McClusky
Russeau
Perkins
Double Tragedy in Kansas City Shootout
In Kansas City Missouri George E. Spencer a former Birmingham clothing merchant is shot dead and Policeman Stephen Flanagan is mortally wounded in a pistol fight on West Fourteenth Street. Spencer had refused police orders after complaints of harassment and waited for the officer to arrest him.
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Kansas City
George E. Spencer
Birmingham
Ala
Stephen Flanagan
Weat Fourteenth Street
Flanagan
Bpencer
Spencer
J. Cox
Cox
Fianagam
Socom
Calve Poisoning Incident Delays Faust Performance
Emma Calve nearly died after taking an overdose of aconite to prevent grip illness while performing in The Damnation of Faust at Sarah Bernhardt's theater in Paris. Prompt medical action saved her, but she couldn't appear in last night's show.
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Paris
Emma Calve
Sarah Bernhardt
Felts Knocks Out Forbes in One Round
In St Louis at the West End club last night Tommy Felts of Savannah Ga defeated Clarence Forbes in the first round. A left to the stomach followed by a right to the jaw ended the bout prematurely.
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St. Souis
West End
Tommy Felts
Savannnah, Ge
Clarence Forbes
Consulates Undermined Amid Balkan Tensions
Report from Salonica indicates that French and Russian consulates have been undermined amid growing Balkan tensions. May 16 reference places Gofia Bulgaria and Salonica as origins of the dispatch.
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Gofia
Bulgaria
Salonica
Wanted fifty men and women for half price medicine
Chas. D. Knoefel offers fifty cent Dr. Howard's constipation and dyspepsia remedy at half price, 25 cents per package. Buyers receive 60 doses with a money back guarantee if not relieved. No need to visit store. mail 26 cents for prompt delivery with charges paid.
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Chas. D. Knoefel
Dr. Howard
Rumors Fly Over Indianapolis Sun Purchase By McCulloch
The report that George F. McCulloch has bought the Indianapolis Sun stirs Republicans statewide. Staff deny the sale, but leaders expect a broader Republican paper reach to boost party influence. Also noted is Earl Martin joining McCulloch and plans for a national Woodmen meeting in Indianapolis expected to draw 50 000 visitors, prompting business leaders to organize hospitality efforts.
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Indianapolis
Indianapolis Sun
George F. McCulloch
Sun
McCulloch
the Sun
Earl Martin
the News
Martin
Great Northern Ends Strike Threat With Amicable Agreement
In St. Paul on May 15 the Great Northern railway and its trainmen reached an amicable settlement. The danger of a strike has passed and schedules have been signed after concessions from both sides.
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St. Paul
Great Northern Railway
Hill Top Improvement Association Refuses Confederate Ceremonies
In Columbus Ohio on May 15 the Hill Top Improvement Association voted to abstain from next month’s Confederate dead cemetery services at Camp Chase. Dr Warner insisted the war isn’t over until the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments are recognized, while President Potts argued the cemetery’s significance and Columbus’ role in honoring Confederate graves. The measure passed by a majority.
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Colmbus
Ohio
Hill Top
Camp Chase
W. B. Potts
Warner
Potts
Columbus
China
Bribery Allegations Echo at Statehouse Hearing
Boston testimony before a Senate special committee recounts a $1000 bribe offer to influence legislation with Senator Foster of Gloucester named as the recipient and Senator Fitzgerald to receive half. Raymond’s charge is partially corroborated by his bookkeeper Lydia G. Brown as more witnesses are set to testify. At Marietta College a cannon salute exploded injuring Walter Kelly and others.
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Boston
George J. Raymond
Massachusetts Senate
Statehouse
Senate
Raymond
Foster
Gloucester
Fitzgerald
Lydia G. Brown
Marietta, O
Marietta College
Thomas J. Stewart
Walter Kelly
Local arrests and court actions across Floyd County area
Charlee Raby was arrested today by Patrolman Sinex on a charge of being drunk. Gertie Franklin, charged with truancy, was dismissed today by Judge Utz in the circuit court. Daniel Walsh and Charles D Nichol son were appointed by Judge Utz as members of the board of review. John Deutsch, charged with assault with intent to kill, was acquitted in the Harrison circuit court at Corydon. A car load of machinery for John Schrader Furniture Company's new factory at Kaat Third and Main streets was received and will start by July. Mrs Minnie H. Harmamerle died yesterday at her home on Shelby street. funeral Sunday at 2. The carpenters' union objected to a stand on Pearl street and contractors shifted to union workers. Sheriff Morris reports a letter from Sheriff Dudley requesting support against a suit over James Dillard's hanging, a matter of sheriffs' concern. An advertisement from O. D. Knoefel promotes Electric Bitters at 50c.
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John Deutsch
George Fulner
Harrison
Corydon
Bridgeport
Floyd County
John Schrader Furniture Company
Kaat Third
Main Streets
Local social notes and arrivals in town events
Mrs James Marsh visits Cory don while Dr Charles Hutchingon remains critically ill at 1110 East Oak. A daughter born to Mr and Mrs Thomas Ott at 416 West Spring. Dr W T Thomas of Marion Ind visits Dr R Huggins and returns home Sunday. Mrs R B Shacklett of Brandenburg Ky visits son Dr H B Shacklett at 422 Vincennes St and travels to Ohio. Ladies hospital club hosts a euchre at St Joseph’s hall for St Edward’s hospital. John Lich of Muncie arrives due to Rev H O Lich’s illness at Rev Charles Miller’s home on East Fifth. Frank Gwin and G W Davis return from Kentucky river excursion with SI Editorial Association. Mr and Mrs Frank Enelinger and son Carl plan to return from Anderson after visiting Enelinger’s sister and attending A R encampment. Miss Alice Shrader hosts Ladies Afternoon En achre Club at 221 Park Place with prizes awarded. Mr James R Conner and Miss Flora Hemmer wed at East Oak and Fourth, Rev Charles Miller officiating. Pennsylvania Lines to sell excursion tickets May 18 28 from Columbus and points south for New Albany fair and Grand Out of Town Excursion.
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Thomas Ott
West Spring Street
W. T. Thomas
Marion
Ind
R. Huggins
R B Shacklett
Brandenburg
H B Shacklett
Vincennes Street
Ohio
Ladies’ Hospital Club
St. Joseph’s Hall
St. Edward's Hospital
John Lich
Muncie
H. O. Lich
Charles Miller
East Fifth Street
Frank Gwin
Public Press
G. W. Davis
Kentucky
Southern Indiana Editorial Association
Snd
Frank Enelinger
Carl
Anderson
Enelinger
A. R
Alice Shrader
Enachre Club
Park Place
Frank Miller
Mayme Menn
Jamee R Conner
Flora Hemmer
Charles Hemmer
East Oak
Fourth Streets
M. E Church
Pennsylvania Lines
Columbus
Acocant
New Albany
Colima Volcano Erupts Again and Triggers Panic
Colima Mexico May 16 violence eruptions with thunderous blasts lava flows and ash rain. Nearby residents flee homes as fear spreads after a night of unrest. In Alabama a freight wreck 18 miles north of Birmingham kills a Black fireman and wounds three others. In Indiana a streetcar conductor assaults a teenage boy and is arrested after a gunshot injures the boy.
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Colima
Tuxpan
Mex
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Sinex
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Utz
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Emma Stolzenburger
Ekin Avenue
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Sullivan County
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Charles Hutchingon
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