Blind Tiger at Westcott raided after two years of watch
Police, after two years of effort, raided the Westcott hotel finding George Gay proprietor and Walter Bass serving liquor with two patrons. Four cases of beer and related gear were seized. Gay faces a single charge of operating a blind tiger.
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George Gay
Sergt. McManus
Edwards, Roberts and Westenberg
Mr. Gay
Teiger
Westenberg
Larry Williams
Westeast
Flor
Beck Visits Rushville as Wayne County Chairman
Democrat county chairman B. Beck of Wayne County visited Rushville on business yesterday. He is a traveling salesman by trade and active in politics. Asked about Mr. Kuhn of Richmond, Beck said Kuhn will not seek candidacy at the Shelbyville congressional convention and has declined the race.
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Rushville
To. B. Beck
Wayne County
Beck
Democrat
Kuhn
Richmond
Shelbyville
Modern Woodmen Attend U S Church Memorial
The Modern Woodmen will hold their annual memorial service June 5 by attending the morning service at the United Brethren church in a body.
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United Brethren Church
THE
First United Brethren Church
Beck Not Reappointed as Noblesville German Teacher
Prof. Clyde Beck, of this city, who has taught German at Noblesville High School, will not continue his work there and did not ask for reappointment.
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Clyde Beck
Noblesville High School
Temperance rallies inaugurated at Arba
The first temperance rally addressed by Michael Fanning was held Sunday morning at Arba with a second talk at New Garden, followed by Williamsburg in the evening. Other ediles are scheduled across Fountainity and Centerville with dates in March, May, and Dublin.
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Michael 4
Fanning
Arba
New ‘Garden
Williamsburg
Fountainity
Centerville
Tedd Pr
Dublin
Excess Deaths in April 1907 Reported by State Board
The April bulletin shows higher sickness and deaths than April last year with 2954 total deaths at 13.2 per thousand. Consumtion deaths 411 and violence 144. City rate 16.5, nationwide 11.3. larger cities list Indianapolis 16 Evansville 13.7 Fort Wayne 17.7 Terre Haute 19.3 Anderson 14.6 Muncie 22.1 South Bend 15.8.
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State Board of Health
Country
Indianapolis
Evansville
I Fort Wayne
Tere Haute
Anderson
Muncie
South Bend
Benevolent Society to Elect Officers Tonight
Members of the St. Joseph Benevolent Society will meet tonight to conduct the annual election of officers. Several positions require multiple nominations, promising a busy and active process for this large and useful organization.
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The
St. Joseph Benevolent Society
Benevolent Society
Sermon by Rev Hobson Draws Good Attendance
A sermon by Rev Hobson drew strong attendance from Post members and affiliated organizations. Effective musical numbers complemented the service, reflecting community engagement and spirited participation.
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The
Post
Memorial Day observances brighten modest town services
The past week saw Memorial Day observances with church services led by Rev. Hobson at the United Brethren, attended by about 200 including the G A R Sons of Veterans and Ladies Auxiliary. Temperatures ranged from 37 to 50 degrees, with sunshine on one day and showers on another, and the A B Church was chosen for the May 36 celebration.
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Post
Sons of Vet
Erans
Ladies’ Auxiliary
W.R
Grand Army
Uniteds
Hobson Delive
Timothy
Sons of Veterans
Walter Vosler
Ladies’ Auxiilary
A. B
Mrs Nellie Foster Dies at Cambridge City New Castle
Mrs Nellie Foster aged 68 of Cambridge City died at her sister Mrs William Scott’s home after an illness dating from January. She was well known in Cambridge City where many friends survive. Her husband had died some years ago. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon from the church in Cambridge City with burial in the Cambridge City cemetery.
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New Castle
Nellie Foster
Cambridge City
William Scott
Meteo Ve
Foster
Cambridge City Cemetery
Fred ‘Blickwedel
South Ninth Street
J. M. Wampler
Mr. Blickwedel
Minck Brewing Co
Germany
German Military Society
Richmond
America
Hanaas I
Metropolitan Police Commission
J. F. Rowlett
Sophia
Mary Nieworth
North Twenty-second Stress
Adolph Blickwedel
South Side
Blickwedel
St. John’s
Veterans hear moving performances at theatre night
The buoy theater hosted a program with an orchestra a quartet and two solos. Leroy Lacey moved many Civil War veterans to tears with The Old Flag Never Touched the Ground. Mrs. Harter's The Soldiers' Freedom drew strong praise as the audience honored veterans in Cambridge Indiana on May 24.
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Leroy Lacey
Harter
Cambridge’City
Ind
Roy
Hobson
Albert ‘Tyler Hayor
Biron
Therald
Memorial Day Oration Plans in Bethel Keep Rising
Bethel residents near completion of Memorial day plans with speakers James E. Watson and John L. Rupe. Delegations from Randolph Darke Henry Union and Indiana counties expected. Richmond City Band to play. eulogy for the unknown dead by Rupe. Wayne County Automobile Club to parade to Bethel along Chester Pike. Farm houses along route to be decorated and a noon dinner planned.
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Bethel
Randolph
Darke
Ohio
Henry
Unjion
Indiana
Leity
Wayne County
James E. Watson
John L. Rupe
Richmond
Rupe
Wayne County Automobile Club
Marshall Calls Upon Watson During Indiana Campaign Visit
Thomas R. Marshall Democratic nominee visited Rushville meeting Congressman Watson at his office. A friendly chat followed with Marshall stressing friendship and a clean earnest campaign for the Indiana governorship win.
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Thomas R. Marshall
Rushville
Marshall
Watson
Indiana
Attorney General Rules Fraternity Property Not Tax Exempt
The attorney general holds that Greek fraternity property is not tax exempt except when used to achieve the fraternity’s purpose. A 1905 law exempted fraternity houses, but a Bloomington case questioned taxes on a vacant lot taxed to a local fraternity. The opinion cites Bethel and Ray Richmond discussions and notes Farmington sources.
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Bingham
Hea
Bethel
Ind
Canvon
Bloomington
Huber
Richmond
Vorles
Fountain
Olty
Memorial Day program outlines Richmond tribute at Coliseum
The May 30 program lists Rev T J Graham and the Richmond City Band with a Memorial Service, solos by Jessie Ballenger Opal Norris and a tribute to the Unknown Dead. Judge Ira C Christian delivers the memorial address with a closing by the band and taps.
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Richmond
Coliseum
T. J. Graham
Richmond City Band
Bessye Waggon
G. A
Pluna
Jessie Ballenger
N. R and
Opal Norris
Ruth White
Alma Getz
Ira C. Christian
Noblesville
Ind
America
Bond
Adiance
R. J. Wade
T. EB. Pol- Neer
H. B. Penny
L. M. White
Mary Swaath
Della Phenls
Mae Evans
Hope Revived as Branch 3S Project Moves Ahead
Reports from Indiana polis state the Electrical Installation Company will resume the Indianapolis New Castle and Toledo electric line, projecting a branch to Richmond. The roadbed suffered winter damage, funds were scarce, and a receiver was petitioned last fall. Several miles of track remain plus partial overhead work as the New Castle power house nears readiness.
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Indianapolis
New Castle
Toledo
Richmond
Electrical
Corner Stone Program Features Fairbanks Address
A Corner Stone program includes an address by Vice President Fairbanks and a reception honoring Vestal W. Woodward, Grand Commander, outlining ceremonial events and honors.
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Fairbanks
Vestal W. Woodward
Bicycle thefts rise as fall season returns to Richmond
Reports of bicycle thefts flood police records as the familiar thief resurfaces in Richmond each fall. Bikes are being removed from their usual spots in the Butters and moved several blocks away, prompting renewed vigilance and alerts to residents.
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Richmond
Butters
Remarkable family reunion shifts responsibility in politics
The article discusses Republican discontent and mutual blame at the close of a congressional session. It notes Roosevelt's impact on party fortunes, fears about Taft and Bryan in November, and a shift in optimism among Democrats while Republicans grow pessimistic about election outcomes.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Atanas Aasavinae
Greenfield
Ind
Wr Uincuuve Mieuley Dame Ore Ane
Frank Shelby
Shelby
Swent
Bryan
Taft
Familes
Hancock County
Congress
Capitol
Senate
Cannon
Ropael
Conaréan
A Century-Plus Family Ties to a Single Farm Home
Mr Shelby aged about 75 has never spent five nights away from home. He and his wife have fifty three years of marriage and twelve children eight sons and four daughters all grown. They have fifteen grandchildren and one great grandchild. The family remains all within the state and together on the farm they helped tend as children.
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Mr. Shelby
Dave
Mrs. Shelby
Memorial service honors Clerk Penny in Jacksonburg
Memorial services occurred in Jacksonburg Sunday with veterans and locals in attendance. The address was given by Harry K. Penny of Richmond, county clerk, famed for public speaking. Committees included Davis, Carr, Burroughs, Ellison, and Dougherty for arrangements and decor.
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Jacksonburg
Harry KE. Penny
Richmond
Penny
Lodge
Charles Davis
John Carr
Joseph Burroughs
Sanford Elison
Devlan Dougherty
William Wilson
Santford Ellison
Frank Worl
Amos Sauer
John Gaar
Flowers
Verlan Daugherty
Amanda White
L. Ray Odom
Chester Wright
Blakely Reports Indiana Child Labor Law Enforcement Holds
W B Blakely chief of the Indiana department of inspection released a report to the governor denying persistent violations of child labor laws. He asserts steady enforcement under the current administration while blaming some parents for age misrepresentation and noting dangers from haste and removed safety devices in factories. Deputy inspectors are urged to vigilantly protect women and children amid ongoing accidents and employer negligence.
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Indianapolis
W. B. Blakely
Indiana Department of Inspection
Indiana
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Zenda
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Sophy
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Tra Christian
Orator
Red Blickwedel
Metropolitan Police Force
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Quaker City
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Marian Handley
Dorothy Robbins
Chauncey Locke
Earl Hatfeld
Edith Morris
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Masonic Temple
Dennnison Hotel
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Geo. D. Walfe
Sir Vestal W. Woodward
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Chicago Record-Herald
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Sacksonburg, MD
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