Mt. Vernon ads and notices fill local paper items
The weekly page lists retail notices for Hontina and Duck Coats at Henry Brown's and guaranteed jewelry work by Wilmoth Wilhelm & Co. It notes many births and 40 deaths in Mt. Vernon, cold damage to peach trees, ice crossings, clothing and school supplies at local stores, an estate appraisal, a high school debate, and entertainment reports including Negretto Langley troupe performances and boot waterproofing tips.
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Posey Circuit
Rebecca C. Alsop
Romelia Brooks
Mollie Griswell
Sloover, Gamble
Harry Brooks, Jr
Mollie Brooks
Peter Brooks
State of
Indiana
Mt. Vernon
Town Gossip and Local Travel Notes from Grayville
A compact chain of short notices lists visits and travels among Grayville residents and nearby towns. Names include W. G. Wheatcroft, Peter Weber, George Bump, Richard Frizell, Sieford Banks, Ada Clifford, Geo L Lyon, Dollie Heckmann, Zimri Gale, Maggie McDonald, and J. N. Johnson among others. Movements cover Mt. Vernon, Evansville, Carmi, Vincennes, Poseyville, and Florida with frequent trips to Grayville and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Weber
Mt. Vernon
Geo. Bump
Richard Frizell
Sieford Banks
Grayville
John Walz
Thos. Mumford
Will
Geo. L. Lyon
Dollie Heckmann
Zimri Gale
Maggie McDonald
Geo. Elder
L. A. Warner
Florida
W. N. Hammett
Arthur Jaquesa
Poseyville
Wall Wilson
St. Louis
Will Mitchell
Harry Piseley
Robb
Gus Torian
Evansville
Lizzie Alsop
Carmi
P.O. Fitton
Chicago
Sam Stallings
Dick Endicott
Ezra Stephens
P. J. Burns
Vincennes
T. J. Truscott
W.M. Ford
A.D. Jones
Pocketknife Genius George Bosch Tops Wood Carving Promise
George Bosch, a Church Street youth, excites locals with a medium sized pocketknife. He crafts intricate wood pieces from soft pine, turning out items such as puzzle balls, revolvers, pincers, chains, and a watch chain with swivel and book. Last week he produced several pairs of piecers and even carved tweezers on a match from a single piece of pine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Bosch
Church Street
George
Occultation of Jupiter and Moon Delights Observers
The report notes Jupiter occulted by the young moon last Tuesday evening, visible across streets below 38 north, forming a triangle with Mars at dusk. Jupiter neared the moon at 8:00, and Jupiter and Mare were in conjunction Wednesday night. Future events include Saturn occultation on May 26 at 3:40 am and Venus conjunction with Mare on July 9.
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Jupiter
Mars
New Harmony
Saturn
John C Pooley Dead in New Orleans Telegram
A telegram from New Orleans reports the death of John C Pooley at 10 pm, age 74, an old and prominent citizen. He is a brother of Mrs F D Bolton, with many relatives and numerous New Harmony friends mourning his passing.
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New Orleans
John C. Pooley
F.D. Bolton
New Harmony
Town Council Reports Routine Meeting Actions
The town council met in regular session with listed members. Claims against the town were approved and salaries paid, including marshal pay and health officer. A street lamp request at Mill and West was granted and licenses reported as collected before adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Mann
Joseph Hofreiter
Henry Husband
John Bluff
Wilmoth, Wilhelm & Co
H.C. Husband & Co
W.D. Price
T. W. Wilson
W. O. Trethewey
John H. Stallings
Mann
Hofreiter
Board of Health
R. A. Wilsey
Mill and
West Street
Beal
J. H. Chaffin
Sam Alldredge
J.D
Athenian Literary Society Formed At High School
The High School Literary Society met Friday evening January 20 in the school room. Minutes were read and members called. The group adopted the name The Athenian Literary Society in honor of Athens on the Wa bash. A debate on whether the World’s Fair gates should open on Sunday followed, with the president ruling for the affirmative. The meeting adjourned to reconvene that evening.
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High School Literary Society
Athenian Literary Society
Athens
Cheap Sleigh Ride Tip From Albion Journal Editor
A humorous note suggests a frugal sleigh experience replacing pricey outings. The editor proposes a “patent applied for” method using ice, water, straw, and a snel bench shake, with ear and face poultices and open doors and windows for ventilation, touting it as a substitute for genuine sleigh riding.
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Albion Journal
Guaranteed Cure for LaGrippe Dr King's New Discovery Ad
Advertises Dr King's New Discovery for consumption coughs and colds with refund if no benefit. Claims epidemic success and free trial bottles at Wilmoth Wilhelm Co.'s drug-store. Large sizes 50 cents and one dollar offered.
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Dr. King
Wilmoth, Wilhelm & Co
Unexplained causes blamed for last season’s apple crop
The Albion Journal notes unresolved questions over what ruined the apple crop last season. Horticultural society discussions show mixed theories including a regional storm, fungus, rain, and insects, with no consensus on the primary cause.
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Albion Journal
Horticultural Society
Veteran Arbaugh Family Immigration and Civil War Service
George Arbaugh born in Virginia in 1806 and living in White County Illinois since 1845 is among the county’s oldest residents. Four of his sons served in the Union forces: John in the 56th Illinois, James killed at Atlanta in the 48th, Harvey in the 87th, and Jesse wounded at La Grange in the 7th Cavalry.
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George Arbaugh
Phillipstown
White County
Ill
Virginia
Illinois
John
James
Atlanta
Harvey
Jesse
la Grange
7Th Cavalry
Literary Club Meeting Draws Large Crowd and Performances
Last Tuesday evening the Literary Society filled the room to capacity with a varied program. Miss Maggie Jones opened with Kiss, and Let's Make Up followed by Dr. B. E. Neal's Cremation paper and discussions by Rev. Davis and others. A vocal trio, recitations, and duets by Misses Elsie Newsom, Anona Elliott, and others featured, including an original poem by Prof. J. Willard Sappenfield and Miss Nellie Chadwick's lively recitation. Next Tuesday Harmon Hofreiter presents Southern California with more declamations planned by several members.
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Society
Maggie Jones
Maggie
B. E. Neal
Davis
Owen
Wolfe
Fretageot
Clara Pisely
J. C
T. W. Wilson
Harmon Hofreiter
California
Anona Elliott
Aline Owen
Dr. Woodry
Buckhien's Arnica Salve for All Skin Ailments
Buckhien's Arnica Salve advertised as the best salve for cats bruises sores ulcers salt rheum fever sores tetter chapped hands chilblains corns and all skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money refunded. Price 25 cents a box. For sale by apldy Wituota Wituers & Co.
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Apldy Wituota
Wituers & Co
Mule Kick Leaves Henry Hipson Near Death
Henry Hipson living two miles south was kicked in the face by a mule yesterday morning and narrowly escaped death. Dr. Glaze attended the sufferer. though injured, experts expected no lasting harm.
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Henry Hipson
Glaze
Fire alarms respond to chimney blaze at Dr Neal home
An alarm was raised at about 6:15 last Sunday evening for a chimney fire at Dr. Neal's residence. The Bucket Brigade arrived quickly but no suppression was needed. Reports note frozen ground 14 to 23 inches deep and the river thaw showing little progress. A valuable bore belonging to W W Robb was cut on a barb wire fence yesterday. A small child of John Boyd died Wednesday and was buried yesterday afternoon.
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Neal
W. W. Robb
John Boyd
Bridge Across Wabash Promising Steel Span
The proposed steel wagon bridge across the Wabash near this place gains traction as $10,000 in stock is pledged with $20,000 more in sight and $18,000 more likely from local businessmen and landholders. The 950 to 1,000 foot structure would rise about 25 feet above low water and could soon repay its cost, potentially becoming free to vehicles.
Good Looks From Healthy Vital Organs
Good looks stem from healthy liver stomach and kidneys. The Bitters act on these organs to cure pimples blotches boils and improve complexion. Sold at Wilmoth Wilhelm Co. drug store, 50 cents per bottle.
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Hlee
Wilmoth
Wilhelm & Co
Liquid Sulphur Soap and Lotion Promote Skin Health
An advertisement touts a sulfur soap made from a sulfur solution. It claims to soften and whiten the skin and includes 334 percent liquid sulfur. It recommends use for all skin diseases in conjunction with Liquid Sulphur Lotion, and notes it is available from grocers and druggists.
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the Egister
C. W.sla Ater
Henry Brown
Wilmoth, Wilhelm & Co's
A. P. Hovey
H. Fretageot
Carrie Pelham
Charlie Scuuraz
Henry Brown's
Jonnx Scuner
Wabash River
Maucx
Princeton
Anson
Chicago Baseball Club
Tan
EL Wade
Chas
Finley
Ohio
Frank Carr
Geo. Hugo
Bo, Incersout
Langley
Langdon
Henry Irving
Mt. Carmel
Johnson
George Hilder
W. G. Wheatcroft
Mies Eliza Lichtenberger
Hvansville
Rage V.johnson
Ad Ward
Ada Clifford
John CC. Pooley
Samuel O. Rawlings
Athenian Society
Buckhien
Arnica
W. W. Gray
George M. Grabert
Lot
Leuning
Mt. V
A.D. Owen
James _ Connor
Josephine W. Ford
Andrew Nash
McC Pt N Harmony
Elle P. Curtis
Wilhelmina Smith
Digarty
John Hofreiter
Hunter's
East Main ST
Bank
Ind
Ey Vote, Wilhelk, &C
New Harmony, Indiana
Mammoth
J. G. Caldwell
Ians Church St
Mott’s
Postoffice
Jand Y Henry Husband
Wabash
PSR
Decey County
Puseee Ae
Dani Wasnan
George H. Wilson
G. V. Menzies
Thomas Mumford
Posey Circuit Court
Thomas Mumford, Jr
Mount Vernon
George EH. Wilson
Duclos Co
Planing Mills, Ee Propriet
E. Duclos CO
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