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Newspaper
Sheridan News
Location
Sheridan, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1912
Page
3
A farmer's boy narrates a daring train robbery episode where he seizes the chance to uncouple a locomotive during a heist. He guides armed passengers to help, claims the engine, and drives the express car to safety. The president offers him a start on the railroad, leading to a lifelong career and wealth.
Representative Sparkman of Florida reintroduces a bill to fund marking and protection of the Dade’s Massacre battlefield in Sumter County and to erect a monument. The measure seeks $5,000 to acquire the site and build the memorial, arguing the sum is modest compared with funds for other memory projects.
A quip from the Philadelphia Enquirer notes two triggers of a wife’s anger. The jest lists preparing for expected guests who never arrive and guests arriving when she is not ready.
The stallion Gladax, praised as a fast son of Axtell, was bought by R E Bennett of Sheridan Indiana. He will stand publicly at this location with a service fee of 25 dollars for a living foal. Bennett aims to improve local mares with proven bloodlines. The Western Horseman
A promotion invites boys who recruit four subscribers to Sheridan News to receive a free watch. At least one new subscriber is required. the remaining three can be renewals or existing readers.
The News office invites orders for rubber stamps dating and numbering machines engraving of visiting cards and business cards. Ladies with plates may receive a large reduction and delivery is prompt.
Noblesville residents praise Doan's Kidney Pills as a reliable remedy for kidney problems and backache. Mrs. Thomas Carter of Noblesville reports lasting relief after months of pain. The ad notes nationwide sale by Foster Milburn Co with Doan's as the only proper name and 50 cent price.
The judge appoints Union Loan and Trust Co as executor of the will of Rachel J. Wicker deceased, Hamilton County Indiana. Jno H. Cox presides as executor agent. The estate is declared solvent. 35-97
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