Prank Patten Reunites With Sheridan Veterans
The article recounts Patten of Co. I 158th Sheridan who served in the Philippines after discharge. His bunk mate was killed by a Philippine sword strike, a killer found in a cane brake, and Patten killed him with a back shot. He recalls a guard duty incident and being wounded, later discharged. A social visit with John McCory and wife leads to a surprise gathering of about twenty veterans and families, ending with praise for Mrs. McCory’s hospitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prank Patten
Sheridan
Assassain
Frank
Phillipino
Tovlear Frank
Strank
Fred Alexander
Ired
Wm. Blame
John McCory
Mr. McCory
New Enterprise for Sheridan by Laughlin Nail Works
Laughlin Nail Works of Wheeling West Virginia opens a Sheridan mill manufacturing handle blanks. Messaust and Woodyard run the plant on the old heading factory site and expect operation by month’s end. N C Branson coordinates timber purchases seeking second growth ash butts at top cash price. Interested sellers should contact Branson at box 58 Joliet Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laughlin Nail Works
Wheeling
W. Va
Sheridan
Messaust & Woodyard
Heading
N.C. Branson
California Street
Sheridan. Mr. Branson
Joliet
Ind
Mr. Branson
Gas pipe on public highway ruled a nuisance in Indiana case
Appellate Court of Indiana on June 5 ruled it unlawful to place gas pipes on highway surfaces so as to impede travel. A pipe laid along the road is a nuisance liable for damages if it causes injury. In the McMath case a gas pipe broken by a traction engine caused an explosion injuring McMath. verdicts awarded damages, appeals followed, and the final decision upheld liability for the defendant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Appellate Court of
Indiana
Indiana N. & I. Gas Company
John N. Me‘ath
Tipton Dirrt Court
McMath
Tipton
Ekin
Clinton
McMath and Stahl
Clinton County
Tipton County
Kokomo District Convention Set for Converse June 19 20 21
The Kokomo District Convention will be held at Converse Indiana on June 19 20 and 21. A good program is arranged with Dr W OH Hickman of DePauw University and Dr W F McDonnell of the M W H church Board of Education to attend Tuesday evening the 19th. On Wednesday evening the 29th Rev Harry I Ward of University settlement Chicago will address the convention titled The Mpnorth League in Action. Sheridan Chapter No 3662 has elected delegates Miss Rijah Smith Anna Hiatt W E Woods and Forrest Hubbardt with alternates Mamie Woods Allie Cottrell Ella Smith Ora Miller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kokomo
Converse
Ind
W. OH. Hickman
DePauw University
W. F. McDonnell
Board of Education
M. WH. Church
Harry I. Ward
University Settlement
Chicago
Mpnorth League
Sheridan
Rijah Smith
Anna Hiatt
W. E Woods
Forrest Hubbardt
Mamie Woods
Allie Cottrell
Ella Smith
Ora Miller
Epworth League Social at Smith Home Ends in Fun
The Epworth League held a social at Misses Ella and Zella Smith home last Friday night. Games included a autograph chase with W. E. Woods winning a tin horse and wagon and Miss Zella Smith receiving a toy dust-pan for collecting the fewest autographs. Ice cream and cake were served as attendees left pleased with the entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ella
Zella Smith
W. E. Woods
Nevada editor in hiding over cattle show concert mix up
The paper’s editor fled to the hills to escape a mob after mixing reports of a cattle show and a concert. The concert by sixteen young ladies drew praise, with the audience calling them the finest herd of short horns in the country. The heifers were described as varied in color, mostly spotted brown and white.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevada
Hinshaw Family Relocates to Sterling Kansas
I N Hinshaw and a Westfield family formerly of Sheridan have moved to Sterling Kansas to establish their future home. Hinshaw works in the harness trade and their friends extend best wishes for success in their new home. The text notes many newcomers to Kansas of the Hinshaw class and asserts the state’s political future will likely be Republican.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. N. Hinshaw
Westfield
Sheridan
Sterling
Kansas
Hinshaw
Suit Dismissed Over Damages Claim in Dog Incident
The suit of Ambrose Colby against Jno. E. Kercheval for damages was dropped from the docket for want of prosecution. Colby sought compensation after a dog jumping through a window frightened a horse he was shoeing, injuring his leg.
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Ambrose Colby
Jno
Gene Williams Acquires Jennings County Farm
Gene Williams bought a farm in the north east corner of Jennings county and will move there soon. He purchased the crop and stock as is and takes possession immediately. Williams is enthusiastic and believes he will become a model farmer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gene Williams
Jennings County
Gene
Notice of Dog Tax Payment Deadline and Delinquent Action
Notice states the dog tax must be paid by June 17 1900 receipts provided through that day. Delinquent owners will be turned over to the prosecuting attorney for prosecution as required by law. J P Bradfield
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Attourney
J.P. Bradfield
Sterling Kansas Board elects Cyrus Jessup to school board
Regular meeting notes show the board auditing treasurer and clerk books and granting street use for a June 26 horse show. Cyrus Jessup wins the school board seat on the second ballot after nominations for Couch Davenport etc. Adjournment follows. The piece also reports travel notes from STERLING KAN June 4 1900 with local climate and economy details.
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N. W. Cowgill
Jas. I. Kereheval
W. L. Hare
C. E. Couch
H. BE. Davenport
Abe Steffey
Eli Hutchens
Couch
Davenport
Watchens
Jessup
Cyrus Jessup
Accident at the Glass Works. boy loses artery in pane mishap
Fourteen year old Lewis McBride suffered a severe glass pane accident at the glass works, severing an artery in his wrist. He walked home, was treated by Dr. Newby, and is recovering though with a likely lifelong stiff wrist. The report also notes a death, travels, and local commentary on events and letters from Korea.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewis McBride
Glass Works
Mike Truby
Charles
Korea
Tre
Weathy Mining Corporation
San Francisco
Japan
Abe
Death of Mrs. Catherine E. Conner in Sheridan
Mrs Catherine E Singleton Conner died at her Sheridan home on June 4 1900 after a months long illness. Born March 25 1834 in Wheeling West Virginia she married Andrew Conner in Alton Illinois in 1852 and had nine children five surviving. The family long resided in Hamilton County where Mr Conner died 19 years ago. Funeral at Sheridan Friends Church conducted by Rev Shields and Rev Doan with interment at Boxley.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine E. Conner
Sheridan
Singleton
Wheeling
W. Va
Andrew Conner
Alton
Ill
Hamilton County
Conner
Friends Church
Shields
Doan
Boxley
Democratic State Convention Nominates Kern Lawler for Governor
Delegates at Indianapolis nominate John W. Kern of Indianapolis for Governor and John C. Lawler of Salem for Lieutenant Governor. They renew support for the Chicago platform and instruct for Bryan for President.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Messrs. C. BE. Couch
Theo. Richey
G. W. Drake
Sam Wallingford
C. B. Kneale
T. S. Spencer
Dan Hare
Chas. Shannon
Sheridan
John W. Kern
John C. Lawler
Salem
Chicago
Bryan
Farmers Complain About Trash Dumping Near Sheridan
Farmers near Sheridan complain that trash including old tin cans and broken bottles is being hauled out and dumped in fence corners along roads and side ditches. They urge residents to heed the complaint and change behavior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sheridan
Kentucky Moves to Allow Beckman Four-Year Term
Kentucky Republicans pursue changes to extend Beckman’s term to four years, arguing the state has recently used similar measures. Supporters claim the plan stabilizes governance while opponents warn of reduced accountability and rushed changes.
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Kentucky
Beckman
Census Taker Reminder and Value of Accurate Data
Be ready to meet the census taker and share all requested information. Emphasize the hard work of the enumerator and the value of accurate data for community planning.
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Philippines
Comrade McCory
New Enterprise
Jesse Lovell
E. L
Epworth
J.D. Oder
Power House
Sterling, Kan
Sueridan
Lincoln Park
Lake Michigan
Fort Madison
Iowa
Missouri
Ohio
Illinois
Kansas City
Hiysnavw
Elvin
William A
Mary Wells
Horton
Jesse Mills
Lamong Cemetery
Mr. Wells
R. G. Kercheval
T. L. Malott
Mr. Kercheval
Willie
Banner Window Glass Factory
Duperrioux
Tra ‘Chance
Cap Moore
New York
The
Toledo News
Burst
Sandusky County
Alice May
James Wood
Henry Will
Paris
London
John Gifford
Sheridan,ndiana
Dr. Plaster
Philadelphia
Detroit
Cottrell’s Drug Store
Tristlethwaite Company
Ceylon
Hyson
Imperial
India
THAS
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