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Rockport Democrat

Location

Rockport, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jul 24, 1908

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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.

Ear narrowly saved as mule kicks boy

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.

Clyde Brown Lang

Gompers Attacks Convention on Labor Injunctions

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.

Samuel Gompers American Federation of Labor Gompers Supreme’ Court Danbury Hatters Republican Convention

Republican Convention Debates Text On Justice and Liberty

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.

Athletics Quit Early. Rockport Wins by Forfeit to 9–0

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.

Evansville Athletics Rockport Athletics Boonville Hatfield Tell City Jasper Lincoln City

Thousands of Blackbirds Roost Here Each Evening

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.

Audubon Society Prof. Morgenthaler Mr. Reinhard Seminary Street

J L Frank Civil War Veteran Dies at 68

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.

J. L. Frank John L. Frank Josephus Ice Tiedt Rockport Frank 42Nd Indiana Infantry Allen Gentry D. C. Partridge George Wandel Conrad B. Vogel John Feiger Chas. F. Maas

City to grade streets with new concrete sidewalks project

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.

West Main Street Tom Ellis Main 8Th Greenwood Williamson Seminary John Feigel Sr

County Medics Meet at Richland City Papers by Drs Lang and DeTar

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.

Richland City Drs. Lang and Detar

Three Membership Applications at Spencer County Medical Society

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.

Spencer County Medical Society Richland City 8. C. Lang Rockport de- Tar Degonia Warrick County Medical Society

Public Money for Cam Campaign Funds

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.

Sam Treasury Washington Congress Taft Washington Dispatch Roosevelt Uncle Sam Merchants of America

Beveridge's Appeal On Labor Reform and GOP Critique

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.

Beveridge Saturday Evening Post American Republic Europe England France Germany Switzerland Austria Italy Republican Party

Late Wills Probate Reveals Land Bequest and Equal Heirs

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.

Edward Jeffers George W. Rumpel Wolfgang Nuetzel Margarethe Nuetzel Fred Kanzler F. W. Kanzler

Eastern Star Trip to Evansville Delightful Evening

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.

Evansville Eastern Star Rockport Oak Summit Park

Lake Realty Company forms to expand Richland City housing

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 Lake Realty Company Recorder Hill Richland City John C. Haines L. H. McCoy David L. Magee R.H. Crowder Pat H. Axton J. C. Haines J. W. McCoy James B. Nunn Dr. J. C. Jolly C. F. Richards Joseph Haines N. E. Palmer Lake Realty Company

Licensed teachers named after June examination

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.

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 M. Seraphi

Edward Jeffers dies after long illness at Newtonville

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.

Edward Jeffers Newtonville New Hope

Evansville and Eastern extension near ready for service

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.

Rockport

Dem nominates Sam Benz for state senate seat

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.

Sam Benz Hungtingburg John Benz Leavenworth Dubois Perry Crawford County

Negro Vote Key in Spencer County Electoral Outlook

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.

Spencer County Darkey Warren J. Bishop New Albany

Rockport Fair Preparations Boost Grounds and Track

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.

Rockport Fair Company Seminary Street C. M. Partridge

Building Home on West Main Street Corner

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.

Henry W. Higenmann West Main Street Main and Iincoln Streets Main Street

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