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Newspaper
Sheridan News
Location
Sheridan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1912
Page
2
The News applauds patrons supporting the school board on prohibiting student fraternal societies, citing a five year-old state law aimed at regulating unions among undergrads. Community figures urged backing the board for children’s welfare.
The 55-year-old Clay City resident who died by suicide last Thursday was found hanged from a cherry tree after a note indicated his intention. He left five children and had a troubled history of wealth and loss after earlier business success in Sheridan Mooresville and Clay County. His mother died by suicide in a Sheridan grove years earlier.
Sheridan residents testified in the state case against Abe Cline Harry Small and Wilbur Fisher on selling liquor without a license. Prosecution foregathers included Mrs John Grimstead and daughter with others recounting liquor purchases. Bench warrant issued for John Barrett who was found and brought to court with $18 costs for failing to appear. No decision by Thursday noon.
Wim Jessup and wife visited Mr and Mrs Clarence Pickett of Noblesville Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Shirl Hershman and daughter Lilian were entertained at his father's home Sunday. Marie Stanley of Kokomo was entertained at the Wim Jessup home from Thursday until Sunday.
The Sheridan News and the Indianapolis News priced at one year for 3.75 dollars. The Mother's Magazine, The People’s Home Journal and the Sheridan News offered at 1.55 dollars. Wedding stationery and visiting cards advertised for sale. Carbon paper sold at 10 cents a sheet. small sheets 5 cents or 3 for 10 cents. Four publications offered at 2.15 dollars. Readers urged to submit items only from the preceding Thursday.
An old advertisement claims stomach fermentation produces poisonous gases that enter the blood. It promotes MI ONA stomach tablets to stop fermentation, detoxify gases into liquid, and use kidneys to remove poison. It promises five minute relief for indigestion and related symptoms with a money back plan. Sold by Harvey & Co. and druggists for 60 cents a box. Millet seed priced at $1.50 per bushel. A. Smith & Co.
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