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Newspaper
New Ross Mail
Location
New Ross, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1899
Page
3
An old man recounts a near fatal rail tunnel ride when a freight train dragged him beneath a brake and a bridge fall left him bleeding and dizzy. He awoke beside a fair young woman who would become his wife, ending by noting he never learned the wrecks cause.
James Baker becomes father to a son. Dave Foster of Litton visits. Several locals travel to Crawfordsville for events and shows. Rev W Warren preaches at the Christian church. The Big Four casing project and Buncombe harvest are noted. Commencement dates near month end with many graduates in Walnut township.
Walnut Township Schools announce commencement exercises at New Ross on May 20 and at Mace on May 27 at 7 30 p.m. The programs list musical numbers and class salutations featuring students such as Lizzie Wren Arthur Brown Vera Williams and Edith Morris who will present diplomas as part of the ceremonies.
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