Boy Injured as Mule Kicks, Nearly Severes Ear
A young boy was kicked by a mule, sustaining an almost severed ear injury. He was treated at a local clinic, with the incident prompting medical attention and a precautionary examination of the animal.
24 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
Rockport Democrat
Location
Rockport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1908
Page
1
A young boy was kicked by a mule, sustaining an almost severed ear injury. He was treated at a local clinic, with the incident prompting medical attention and a precautionary examination of the animal.
Clyde Brown's twelve year old son was kicked on the head by a mule Tuesday evening. The mule's hoof grazed the ear, requiring several stitches to close the wound. Dr Lang attended and reports the boy is recovering nicely.
President Samuel Gompers of the American Federation of Labor bids the Republican convention to back a law authorizing injunctions only when a labor dispute exists. He argues equality before the law for workers and calls the convention failing to promise relief, noting the Danbury hatters case and distinctions between labor organizations and trusts.
The speaker notes that the additional measures requested from the Republican convention are substantial. He cites two aims involving principles of justice and the American concept of constitutionally guaranteed freedom of man.
Evansville Athletics walked off in the fifth inning of a game at Rockport, trailing 6–3, and the match was awarded to Rockport 9–0. The team had earlier promised to stop at 6 o clock if needed to catch the train. Proceeds benefited Rockport club members. Lincoln City defeated The Fairs 9–2 in a separate Sunday match.
Audubon members and bird lovers meet near Seminary street to watch thousands of blackbirds gather after sunset. The roosting flock, estimated at seven to ten thousand, is joined by hundreds of martins each night, sparking loud clashes as birds battle until dark.
John L Frank died Thursday at his daughter's home near the little covered bridge. Rev Tiedt led the funeral Sunday morning. Interment was in Rockport cemetery with ex soldiers in charge. He served four years in Company D 42nd Indiana Infantry. Pallbearers were Allen Gentry D C Partridge George Wandel Conrad B Vogel John Feiger and Chas Maas.
The city council will grade all streets with concrete sidewalk work starting Tuesday on West Main. Tom Ellis assigned seven teams and equal number of men to the project, targeting Main, 8th, Greenwood, Williamson, Seminary, 4th and 8th. John Feigel Sr. supervises the operation.
Doctors Lang and DeTar lead a county medical gathering in Richland City to discuss public health strategies and regional hospital coordination. The meeting focuses on patient access, emergency response, and ongoing community health initiatives.
The Spencer County Medical Society met at Richland City with many members present. Dr. Lang of Rockport and Dr. DeTar of Richland City spoke on professional topics as three membership applications were received. The next meeting will be at Degonia with Warrick County Medical Society, an all day event with social and professional elements.
A Washington dispatch claims 750 million dollars of federal spending this year is aimed to boost Taft and boost prosperity before the election. Orders for supplies will be accelerated across departments from tobacco to battleships, shoes to mail bags, affecting many industries and workers.
The Saturday Evening Post June 26 article quotes Beveridge urging rapid labor protections and humane treatment of workers. It contrasts Europe's progress with U S delays and criticizes Republicans for favoring the wealthy over the laboring class.
Edward Jeffers 1908 will leaves 44 acres to his wife for life with the remainder to his children in equal shares. George W. Rumpel named executor and guardian for minor children. A farm sale splits proceeds between wife and children. Wolfgang Nuetzel wills all property to wife Margarethe Nuetzel who is named executor. Fred Kanzler and F W Kanzler witnessed the two wills.
A party from Rockport enjoyed an evening excursion to Evansville. They left on the 5 o'clock traction car, spent time at Oak Summit park, and returned on the 12:30 car.
The Lake Realty Company filed articles of incorporation in Richland City with 3000 capital stock to buy, lease, and build lands and buildings. Five directors are named led by J C Haines as president, with stockholders including J W McCoy and James B Nunn. The move aims to relieve housing shortages spurred by the new railroad.
The June teachers license examination lists many recipients including Dana Rasor W A Barker Maude Richardson Bert Pierson Perry Patmore O A Dixon A B Thompson Lula Richards Doane Young Ben J Wade Anna Tinkler Anna Young Stella Dunn O L Perry L N David Kate Rundell Rosa Shimer Blanche Collignon Olive Thurman Sr M Seraphime Kordes Sr Margaret Halter Sr Hilda Godecker Sr Conrada Schepers Curtis Cox Eva M Fee Eva Miller Florence Rice J N Mattingley Georgia Chinn Adda Beeler Ethel Jackson Owen Deeg Lizzie Price Harold Kennedy Louise Wohleb Georgia McFarland Daisy Dean James W Herrell Katherine Kehrer and Albert Youngblood. The next examination will be held at Rockport Saturday July 25th.
Edward Jeffers died last Thursday at his home east of Newtonville after a lingering illness. The funeral was held Saturday July 18 at New Hope Church. Born in Perry county August 1837 he was nearly seventy two. He served in the Civil War with Company B 42nd Indiana and was a faithful soldier. He leaves a wife ten children and many relatives and friends.
The Evansville and Eastern electric line advances toward Evansville with grading from Cypress Creek to town well underway. Officials expect cars to run on the new track by early winter and plan to extend the line east from Rockport after completion.
Sam Benz was nominated by the Democrats last Saturday at Hungtingburg to fill the unexpired term of the late Senator John Benz of Leavenworth, who was his father. The senatorial district includes Dubois Perry and Crawford counties.
The piece notes that without the negro vote Spencer County Republicans cannot win any county office and doubt their statewide success. It mentions a letter by Warren J. Bishop of New Albany and cites the Indianapolis News calling this political shift fiat prosperity. It also observes rising Republican support for Bryan among voters.
The Rockport Fair Company reports improvements including Seminary street extension and a tile levee improving ground access. The track is in fine condition and several horses are in training as the August 17 to 22 fair approaches. Soldier's Day invites veterans and their wives. Premium lists available from C. M. Partridge.
Henry W. Higenmann begins erecting a modern two story frame residence on West Main street at Main and Lincoln streets. The new home with an artificial stone foundation will enhance the street scene as Main street opens. Owensboro Chautauqua scheduled for August 1 to 14.
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