High Waters Rage Flood Renders Railways Mail Service Unusable
The 1913 level flood season eclipsed as heavy rains swelled rivers and cut rail and telegraph lines. Stations like Linton and Elnora lost service while north Cherokee residents evacuated. Bridges including First Creek crossing were damaged and schools closed as waters rose to a peak Wednesday then eased. Thousands of dollars in damages were reported across farmers, railroads, and communities.
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Linton
Elnora
E Ands
First Creek
Here
Mrs Sarah Sims of Van Buren dies in Raglesville
Mrs. Sarah Sims, 66, longtime Van Buren resident, died at her Raglesville home Friday after a three day illness from pneumonia following grip. Survived by six children, four sisters, two brothers. married Zachariah Sims in 1865. Funeral at United Brethren church in Raglesville with Rev. Buchannan. Burial in Sims cemetery.
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Sarah Sims
van Buren Township
Raglesville
Sims
Zachariah Sims
John
Elizabeth Cox
Bogard Township
Chidren
Thos. Cox
Epsom
Hiram
Mary Beasley
Clara Beasley
Emma Riggins
United Brethren Church
C. H. Buchannan
Hogs Sold by Elmore Township Farmer to City Buyer
Bi Hogs Alfed Sims a well known farmer and stockman of Elmore township sold a fine bunch of Poland China hogs to Will Austing, stock buyer of this city this week. The hogs were brought in Monday with two tipping the beam at 1045 pounds. This was the best bunch seen in the yards for some time.
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Alfed Sims
Elmore Township
Will Austing
Ulrichs Emulsatone Cure Promises Nine Year Expertise
A testimonial filled notice touts Ulrichs Emulsatone claiming nine years of experience in its preparation. It pledges cures where others fail with satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded.
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Ulrich
Nis
Restaurant Moves to New Location in Town
Charles Risley, proprietor of the Palaface Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor, is moving from East Main Street to Barrel Avenue and will open for business Saturday.
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Chas. Risley
Palaface
East Maina
Ibemia Ae His
Dies in Montana Former Township Resident Dies at 69
Newton Daugherty long known in the county died of heart trouble in Lewistown Montana last Saturday at age 69. He lived here most his life until moving to Montana last September and was living with his daughter Mrs E L Martin at death. Survived by a wife and two children Mrs Martin of Montana and Harve Daugherty of this place. Funeral services and burial were held in Lewistown.
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Newton Daugherty
Lewistown
Montana
Mr. Daugherty
E. L. Martin
Martin
Harve Daugherty
Odon Drug Co Expands Store With New Second Floor
The Odon Drug Co expands its building after a strong season. Workmen add a second floor across the rear and along walls to create a gallery covering about two thirds of the length. A circular stairway provides access to offices and bookkeeping.
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Odon Drug Co
Chas. Cooper
Ground Hog Day seals longer winter forecast
The article notes Ground Hog Day predicting six more weeks of bad weather. It describes the sun failing to appear early, then a brief burst of light revealing the shadow, forcing the ground hog to retreat to its den for extended sleep.
Jersey Cattle Sale Postponed Amid Rain Delays
The Jersey cattle sale of LE Ramsey, scheduled for Saturday January 29, was postponed due to persistent heavy rain. The sale is rescheduled for Wednesday February 9 at Ramsey’s farm, 12 miles southeast of Odon.
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Jersey
LE. Ramsey
Mr. Ramsey
Odon
Wearing Glasses Signals Progression Not Age
A concise note stating that wearing well fitting glasses is a sign of progression and recognition of the value of preserving a natural faculty, not an indication of old age or mere style.
Skyhunters Broadway Feature Tops Royal Theatre Bill
The Royal Theatre presents Skyhunters in three parts as the main draw for tomorrow night with sensational escapes and thrilling episodes. Broncho Billy and the Pose follows as a single act Western drama featuring G. M. Anderson. The bill closes with Minner Ten Mambee. Admission is 10 cents.
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Royal Theatre
Billy
Dairymen Struggle as Flooding Hampers Shipments
Heavy rains and high waters disrupt dairy operations across the region. Dairymen face difficulty shipping cream and milk to markets, hindering production and distribution. Local crews work to move stock and restore normal flow after the storm.
Masquerade Notice for Old Settlers Association Event
Old Settlers Association announces a masquerade event under its notice id. Details on venue date and entry requirements are to be announced.
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the Old Settlers Ass
Married at New Albany Unites Arford and Smith
Rev A W Arford a well known resident and Mrs Fannie M Smith of New Albany were married at the bride’s home last Thursday evening January 27. The ceremony was led by Rev W E Snyder. The couple will live at University Heights Indianapolis, where Arford will serve as field agent for Indiana Central University.
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A W. Arford
Fannie M. Smith
New Albany
W. E. Snyder
Arford
University Heights
Indianapolis
Alford
Indiana Central University
Killed by Freight in Washington Incident
Burr McPherson aged sixty a well known Washington man was killed Friday night when struck by a westbound Baltimore and Ohio Southwestern freight train. He stepped into the engine path and was hurled from the crossing with his body stopping between tracks. Coroner Poindexter was summoned to hold the inquest.
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Burr McPherson
Washington
Baltimore and
Ohio Southwestern
McPherson
Poindexter
Letter from California about Rexall catalogue and wood paper notes
A letters column describes California life and the big Rexall catalogue that will be issued, noting 125 tons of ground wood to print it and the Odon Drug Co as the local Rexall store. The writer comments on climate, rains, and the Exposition, plus impressions of Sunny California and local gardens.
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Rexall
Odon Drug Co
Odon
California
Better Schools Through Centralized Rural Education
The text traces the push for centralized rural schools from Horace Mann in Massachusetts during 1837 to 1882 and notes Indiana's parallel push led by Caleb Mills. It argues that large districts yield superior efficiency and educational vitality, contrasting small districts' weaknesses and the eventual abolition of district systems in Massachusetts.
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Horace Marnn
State Board of Education
Masachusetts
Mann
Massachusetts
Massachusettes
Indiana
Caleb Mills
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Exposition
Pka
Prof
J. K. McCarter
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