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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1908
Page
6
A reader notes the riddle about seven sheep on one side of a fence and one crossing to the other side, concluding that if one jumps over they all follow, leaving none on the original side. The piece then shifts to advertisements and local notices about medicines, fires, Easter timing, and printing office customs.
County treasurer now honors orders as checks under the 1907 depository law. Orders are marked presented, stubs detached, and the original returned to the presenter. No cash is disbursed except for old preexisting warrants. Daily deposits are made in five banks with two percent interest. The Beaufort record mentions a 1811 will by Isaac White bequeathing lands and enslaved people to his wife Mary. City council debates methods to shift to court proceedings.
An ad claims Kodol for Dyspepsia and Indigestion is a scientific blend of natural digestants with vegetable acids, reproducing stomach juices. It is promoted as the best remedy for dyspepsia and stomach troubles, with a call to take it today, sold by T. C. Basye.
The council seeks to convert a city yard into a public park with drinking fountains beaches and trees at no cost to Posey county taxpayers. The county commissioners are urged to cooperate and share maintenance expenses.
An advertisement extols Chamberlains Salve as a superior remedy for fever sores chronic sores chapped hands snore nipples burns and skin diseases. It also mentions sale by T C Bunsye and includes political excerpts and notices about bonds and a 1848 letter to Dr Davidson.
Time card for Southern by trains from Rockport listing departures at 7:15 am 2:15 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm Sunday only 10:35 am 4:30 pm and 9:52 pm with arrival to Louisville at 12:30 pm 6:50 pm and 10:58 pm. Connections to St. Louis West French Lick and West Baden. H Helmbeck local ticket agent.
In the Spencer Circuit Court January term 1908 the executor of the estate of Rachael Donham deceased presents and files his account for final settlement. The final examination and action will occur February 18 1908 at Rockport Indiana. Heirs creditors legatees distributees and all interested persons must appear and show cause why the account should not be approved. Heirs must also prove their heirship. Witness January 21 1908. Robert W May James A Hopkins Clergy W F Adams D G C Smith & McCullough Attys for Executor.
Notice from drainage commissioner invites bids for the Dan drain construction in Luce township Sp County Indiana. Bid openings set February 7 1905 at 2 pm at Erie church with station by sections of one hundred feet and estimated excavation by station. Successful bidder must enter written contract with bond and surety to perform work and pay damages. right to reject bids reserved. Dated January 21 1908 Fred H Crowder Drainage Commissioner.
James A. Hopkins acts as clerk with BR Boyd serving as attorney for the plaintiff in the case. The record names the officials and legal representative without further details.
The couple evade a pursuing parent and receive a letter from a telegraph marker. The youth asks if forgiveness while the angelic partner reads and reacts with joy. The message confirms parental approval and reveals their plan to dissolve housekeeping and move into a flat.
Debate centers on suppressing groups referred to as night riders and those who require transport home in hacks. Calls for stricter control surface amid concerns over public safety and order.
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