Local notes and social items from Rockport
Mrs Jean Winn has been ill for several days. J A Hebert manager of Cumberland Telephone is ill of typhoid fever. Miss Lillie Peckinpaugh entertained at her home on 6th street Wednesday. Thirty seven Rockport views on post cards at the Candy Kitchen. Laird, son of Mr and Mrs Louis Schoenfeld ill. Owensboro Chautauqua to be held August 14. Born last Thursday July 21 in Chicago a daughter to Mr and Mrs Clarence Makemson. Miss Alma Swan entertained young people at dancing Monday at her 3rd street home. Mr and Mrs Fred Walker gave a 6 oclock dinner Tuesday in honor of Miss Buchtel of Denver. Dog owners urged to muzzle savage dogs. See Harry M the lone pacer at Chrisney Fair August 10 to 15. Go take your friends. H W Biedenkopf ill after serving at New Vernon hotel Evansville. Henry Ripkey, stroke two weeks ago, worse. Dr and Mrs Otto Baumgaerter entertained a dance Friday evening on Walnut street. Ladies Aid of U B church ice cream social on church lawn next Saturday night in August. All invited. Some button factory stock subscribers have not paid final installments. Frances Simon license entry overlooked in last week’s list of teachers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. W. Biedenkopf
New Vendone
Evansville
Henry Ripkey
Chas. Lieb
Henry Hoch
Henderson
Lena Wittmer
Cannelton
Caroline Ehigenman
John Procaskey
San Antonio
Texas
Lizzie Mohr
Lahr. Bacon Dry Goods
Elizabeth Titus
Grandview
Dave Ellis
Owensboro
Anna Blunck
Addie Bertelsman
Newport
C. Fueister
P. W. Terry
Kansas City
B. W. Hamilton
Bertha Born
Nell Weil
Mammoth Cave
Hvansville
Delilah Artman
Noblesville
Ind
E. C
James E. Artman
James 8. Bryant
Lawrenceville
Ill
Rockport
W. S. Bryant
Dale
Gentryville
Farm for Sale Near Maceo Kentucky By Hawes Family
Fine 200 acre farm near Maceo Ky in high cultivation and desirable condition. Also 8712 acre parcel near Maceo and Iceland Landing. For terms contact James L Hawes Maceo Ky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hawes
Maceo
Iceland Landing
James L. Hawes
For Sale Coal Land and Orchard Near Sibrel Banks
Forty acres of coal land with an orchard and four room house. Good water and pasture on property one mile from Sibrel coal banks. Will sell or trade for town property near school. By Thus Porter R. R. No. 3 Chrisney Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Porter R. R
Chrisney
Ind
Souvenir Post Cards Offered at Bryan's Picture Show
A free souvenir post card will be given to all persons entering Bryan's picture show on Friday night and Saturday this week. Admission costs five cents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
August millinery clearance sale headline
A transformed ad notes a mid month clearance on millinery with trimmed hats priced at 12.00 and 10.00, other trims at 5.00 7.50 and 8.00, hats at 4.00 5.00 and 3.00, hats shapes and flowers offered at half price and new sailors for the fair.
Richland Equity Warehouse stockholders to meet Aug 22
Notice to stockholders announces a meeting of Richland Equity Warehouse Company at Richland City on August 22 at 2 p m to elect a board of directors for the ensuing year. Geo H Thompson secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richland Equity Warehouse Company
Richland City
Geo. H. Thompson
Sec
Chrisney Fair dates and local notices in Rockport region
Notices advertise Chrisney Fair events from August 10 to 15 with Rockport fairs on August 17 through 22. Additional items solicit fox hunting restraint, loans on farm land, social gatherings at Simms Grove south of Richland City, and a deer of small black woolly dog named Minnie with a reward. Also promotions for ice cream socials, premium books, and local commerce ads.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnie
Hair of the Dog on Tariff Panic and Dingley Law
The piece argues that the 1897 Dingley tariff set peak import taxes and worsened the panic. It cites the American Economist urging higher tariffs as the remedy while noting manufacturers, workers, merchants, and transport firms suffer from reduced activity. It contends tariff barons seek more revenue from taxed citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican Party
American Economist
Negroes urged to back Bryan by Urbana educator
Professor E W B Curry of Urbana Ohio urged African Americans at a negro chautauqua to vote the straight Democratic ticket in the coming election. He argued Republicans have long held enslaving influence over black voters and praised white Democrats as true friends. The crowd greeted the Bryan name with strong applause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. W. B. Curry
Urbana
Ohio
Republican Party
Bryan
Owensboro
Finch Shoes The Finch Shoe Company Offers Durable Leathers
A new shipment of Finch shoes in grain leather Kangaroo and Hickory calf arrives. Styles include lace or Congress with sewn, standard screw or pegged bottoms. Made in Springfield Ohio the brand promises satisfaction or another pair free.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finch Shoe Company
Springfield
Ohio
The Political Gamblers
The piece accuses Taft supporters of hyping a British Lloyds policy gambit about insuring Bryan loss. It calls the insurers fools and rascal, says such contracts would not be enforceable in the U S, and labels the move a feeble Republican stunt aimed at influencing the campaign.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
England
Lloyds
Bryan
Oil Field Growth Boosts Lawrence County Wealth Across Years
Rockport resident, living in Lawrenceville for fifteen years, notes strong oil field development. He cites ten million dollars added to Lawrence County wealth over the past three years and reflects on the area's economic gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockport
Lawrenceville
Lawrence County
Evansville and Eastern Electric Railway Schedule
Timetables show Evansville to Rockport service with departures at 7 9 and 11 am and 11 3 5 7 11 pm. Arrivals include 8:40 10:40 am and 12:80 4:40 4:40 6:40 8:40 12:40 pm/ am. Richland connections list departures 6:55 and 9:35 am and 3:25 5:25 pm with arrivals 7:10 9:40 am and 3:40 5:40 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evansville
Rockport
Richland Junction
Richland City
Presbyterian Church Service Announcement
The public is invited to regular services at the church next sabbath. Rev J A Abbott of Marshall Mo will preach at 10 30 am and Pastor Rev G N Wall at 7 30 pm.
Chrisney Fair Seeks Bigger Attendance With New Features
The secretary of the Chrisney fair thanks the Democrat for a complimentary pass to the annual meeting from August 10 to 15. Management promises several new features this year and anticipates a bigger fair than ever.
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Democrat
Service for the U B church next Sunday
Ebenezer 10 30 am Rockport 7 30 pm church services listed for next Sunday with two locations and times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
U. B
Ebenezer
Rockport
Rockport Fair Improves Grounds Ahead of August Event
The Rockport Fair Company reports roadwork on Seminary street, new tile, and a levee to improve entry and reduce mud. The track is in excellent condition with many horses in training. Four weeks remain until the fair August 17 to 22, with plans for a record turnout and premium lists available from C. M. Partridge. Wednesday is Soldier's Day inviting all veterans and spouses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockport
Rockport Fair Company
Seminary Street
C. M. Partridge
Proper Fertilizers Grow Better Crops for Settlers
Farming communities seek renewed soil fertility using Armour Fertilizers Natural Plant Food. The ad claims better yields and long term land health with costs recouped by improved harvests. Sold by Ray & Wilkison and Jeff Ray & Son.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Ray & Wilkinsor
Jeff Ray & Son
Landlord’s Vacate Order Urges Swift Moves
A landlord’s eviction order is cited as the key trigger for tenants to vacate. The quip notes that many stay up late and delay, with some likened to “sad dogs” who ignore warnings and linger at night.
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Tae
Demosrat
T. C. Basye
Rockport Fair
THE
Jas. G. Taylor’s
Jean Winn
J. A. Hebert
Cumberland Telephone
Candy Kitchen
Laird
Louis Schoenfeld
Clarence Makemson
Chicago
Alma Swan
3Rd Street
Fred Walker
Miss Buchtel
Denver
Cole
Harry M
Pacer
Chrisney Fair
Otto Baumgaerter
Walnut Street
Ladies' Aid Society of
5Th Street
Button Factory
Frances Simon
Allen J. Payton
F. W
John
R. E. Roberts
Atty
Hawesville, Ey
Simms’ Grove
C. W. Halbruge Co’s
Simm’s Grove
Ehrer-Wilhelms Orchestra
Jacob Spayd
J. W. Strassell
Adamant
Basye’s
Miller Bros
F. W. Krieger
Rockport Milling Co
Bernard Wohler
W. R. Headley
Eureka
I. C. Sproat
Sullivan
Vitus Honig
Cincinnati
Kate Roetzel
Boonville
F. Seipel
John Feigel
J. A. Thornburg
J. T. Leonard
Newtonville
Wm. T. Boyd
Luce Township
Lizzie
Anna Smith
George J. Procuskey
Princeton
Helen Duncan
Terre Haute
T. R. Hardy
Kathryn Ranch
Andy Kill
Finch
S. Wiener & Son
the Fair Store
Cadick Milling
Mother
Cadick
Indiana
W. Q. Collins
Eastern Electric R’l’y
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