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Newspaper

Richmond Morning News

Location

Richmond, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1908

Page

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Violence prompts guard mobilization after deadly race incidents

At St Johns hospital two deaths linked to Friday and Saturday violence raise the death toll from the race unrest. Authorities announce conscious steps to move Negro residents from suburban areas into the state arsenal for the night as threats of further trouble persist.

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Two Richmond Boys Take Unique Three-State Motorcycle Trip

Carl Wright and Russell Micher traveled by motorcycle through Ohio and into Illinois visiting three states. They started Aug 9 and rode day and night, noting gasoline cost 78 cents on the road and an overall travel expense that was not large.

Carl Wright Russell Micher

Young Men's Club to Discuss Fall Festival Plans

Westcott satellite cafe room hosts Young Men's Business Club session to discuss the Fall Festival. Members will consider event details and other matters before finalizing plans.

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Still Lapses in Fight Against Crime Haunt Local Case

A damaged report outlines a stabbing case with suspect Lapaylia missing. Police traced trails to rail yards and camps near Sheeits and thought internal quarrel sparked the attack. Officials noted the wound’s danger and the investigation continues with officers visiting camps and cities for answers.

Reverend Barrett to Retire September First at Local Church

The Rev Dr Barrett announced plans to retire after September 1 at the Christian church in Hagerstown. He has served the congregation for years and urged continued support to aid in his departure arrangements.

Hagerstown Und Barrett

Elevator additions near completion at Coke Bros plant

Special to The News from Hagerstown reports the Coke Brothers owners of the city elevator and plant have nearly completed a large expansion. An immense elevator with dumps shelters hoists and unloading facilities is being installed to augment existing operations.

Hagerstown Tudi Coke Bros Crist Chaves

Indiana Horticultural Society to Hold Summer Meeting at Greenfield

The Indiana Horticultural Society invites all interested people to Greenfield for its summer meeting on August 19 and 20. W. B. Filik, secretary, and assistants organize an unusual program with expert speakers from Hancock County and area citizens. Open invitation allows any horticulture enthusiast to present a paper for publication in the society journal.

Indiana Horticultural Society Swill Greenfield W. B. Filek Hancock County Lyssayee Agai Hancock County Horticultural Society Gate

Grain and flour handling facility near Richmond division

A newly installed plant is described as perfectly equipped to handle grain and flour in large quantities and coal directly from and into railcars on tracks. It is touted as one of the most complete grain establishments off the Richmond division of the Pan Handle.

Richmond

Accident Report From Webster: Man Hurt Kicked by Horse

In Webster Indiana on August 16 Ernest Tuuvenport was treated after his left arm was broken when a horse kicked him during a handling incident. No severe injuries were reported and he received aid Thursday.

Webster Ind Ernest Tuuvenport

Double crime at Colurbus shocks town again

Arthur Neidlander and his wife were found shot to death in a room above their grocery store. Police detained painter John Newkirk after a confrontation reportedly tied to a threatened homicide over a dog incident. The motive remains unclear.

Neidlander Mrs Neidlander Coletta John Newkirk Newkirk Artian

Improvements Bring City Streets Up to Standard

Cambridge reports new marshal Joth Meee driving street repairs. He has focused on road work and organization, aiming to revitalize the city’s infrastructure.

Cambridge Ity Joth Meee Mir

Home Makers Club Meeting in Washington Town Area

The Miltony tab district hosted seventy people at Mor Iris Springs with members and guests including Mesdaimes Oliver Berenson and Charles Fervis of Mile ton. The gathering discussed community craft themes and local club activities in a formal neighborhood setting.

Miltony Washington Tun Divisson Dudlew Dhenyy Corinthes Mor Iris Bedutitnd Pletine Lublin Tare Oliver Berenson Charles Fervis Mileton

Unclear Entry Describes Alcohol Incident and Lost Items

Fragmentary report notes a Sunday incident involving drunkenness and tax collection activities. It mentions an unidentified party and references to names or places that are garbled, rendering details uncertain.

Mass Meeting Focuses on Freight Ordinance and City Action

Citizens expect endorsement of the recent mass meeting and passage of the freight ordinance allowing use of Main street freight cars for ninety days. The mayor’s stance echoes a de facto veto as shippers push for extended service while council votes on funding and broader traction issues.

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Praise Bryan by Dr George H Hill at First M E Church

Dr George J Lil preached at the First M E Church yesterday morning declaring that William Jennings Bryan remains a devoted Bible student who refuses to discuss politics on Sundays. He cited Bryan's Lacala Nebraska home incident where a political group was refused and emphasized that public leaders attend church on Sundays.

George J. Lil M. I Ham Jennings Bryan Ile Bryan Roosevelt Lacala Nebanaka Mul Caldd

Deaths and Funerals From Local News Patch

The list notes several deaths and funeral details including Mary Vinters who died at Eastern Indiana Hospital from pulmonary tuberculosis and will be sent to Brookville for burial. Also reported are the funerals of Mrs. Robbins and Mrs. Hart, with service details and burial locations. The piece includes weather-related notes and a local accident involving a rock breaking a window after a street incident.

Winters Mary Vinters Eastern Indian Insane Hospital EA Sears Brookville Robbins Mys Nabbins Howe Mra J. A. Maddox South Seventh Street Hobson United Brethren Church Earlham Cemetery Huamtry St. Andrew's Church Harsham Harvey Kent Hospital New Castle Lireman Walter Vosler Jaugust Gotschall Weeny Eee Md BT

Remarkable Schall Restaurant Window Breaks by Vehicle

A vehicle driven by Mr Gotschall crashed through the window of Remarkable Schall restaurant narrowly missing a young man nearby. The incident caused damage but no serious injuries were reported. Police investigated the scene and noted the driver appeared to lose control before the impact.

Rev Hobson Returns to Lead United Brethren Church

Rev Hobson is returned to Richmond for another year to continue his work with the United Brethren Church in the conference closing sessions. The meeting ordains two elders and raises about $300 for church extension. Bishop Mathews delivers the sermon and a full list of appointments across districts is announced.

United Brethren Church Mathews United Brethren J Conference M. Hobson Hobson Richmond Dawson Indianapols Marion J. T., Roberts James Pendleton Saint Paul J. E. Swartz Marion District M. L. Dawsah Bellefountaine W. H. Shepherd Collett Alice Sipe Converse W. A. Settle Dunkirk T. H. Harmon Gaston O. H. Evans Geneva G. M. Myers Greentown G. H. Barker Muncie Z. ¢. Mower Normal J. W. Gib Trattan S. Li Postlatien Jane Rey

Hottest Day of the Year Remarked Across City

Sunday was noted as the year’s hottest day with intense heat. Mercury spiked and many instruments struggled. Reports mention large crowding of newborn babies and elderly residents seeking relief from the heat.

Mercury

Hospital Watch Names Recovery Toward Week’s End

Serious condition status for Harvey shown as improving with phrase not in hospital area. Record for the week just closed notes no remarkable events and highlights 190 Westhi highest mark achieved.

Harvey

Local Business Reopens in Richmond at 740 Main Street

W A Hall plans to resume business in Richmond renting the ninth floor room recently used by Antin at 740 Main Street. He intends to occupy it soon and re-engage in activity after a brief pause. Birth notices list a Thomas M Parks family at 211 Pearl Street with a boy and a Home Ness couple at 701 South Eighth Street with a girl. An infant in the Roig household at 707 South Fifth Street is listed with typhoid fever.

W. A. Hall Richmond Alies ‘Antin Main Street Thomas M. Parks Pearl Street Qirl

Heatwave grips Cambridge City with 102 degrees

Sunday records show daytime temperatures hitting 102 in the shade across Cambridge City. No heat prostrations were reported as residents endured the high heat in various areas while remaining cautious.

Cambridge City

Pioneer German Resident J Vogg Dies at Eighty

John Vogg, a well known pioneer and German resident living a mile east of town on the National road, died yesterday at noon of senility. He was eighty, active in St. Pauls Lutheran church, and opened a blacksmith shop on arrival. Funeral Tuesday at 2 PM at his home with burial in Lutherania Cemetery. Rev. C Huber will officiate. Friends may call after 4 PM today.

John Vogg Voggz St. Paul's Lutheran Church

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