Centennial of Methodism in Indiana Noted in Last Week Observance
The article recalls Indiana's Methodist origins dating to 1801 with Samuel Parker and early Kentucky missionaries who preached in Clark and Floyd counties. It notes the first log church near Jeffersonville in 1807, later moved to a stable, and recent efforts to restore it. It also discusses civic pride and the public library site debate, stressing the library’s value regardless of location and the Board's efforts to secure a suitable site and eventual building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indiana
Samuel Parker
Kentucky
Clark
Floyd
Jeffersonville
Indiana Territory
Declaration draft locked in fireproof safe after damage claims
The article notes the Declaration of Independence draft will not be publicly displayed again. Ink quality led to illegibility, with only a few names readable. A 1820 copy harmed the document, now photographed and secured in an airtight vault amid local political commentary.
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Hay
Thomas Jefferson
Republicans Set to Elect Town Officers Next Monday
The Republicans appear likely to elect town officers Monday with no prior Democratic record to commend them or justify control of town affairs.
Local Election Candidacy Sparks Party Comparison
In a local election the candidates across offices draw focus as voters compare Republicans with other parties, highlighting differing platforms and regional concerns. The piece discusses voter choice dynamics and party alignment in the race.
Overheard in a Barber Shop and Local News Bits
In a barber shop conversation the men joke about a dog named Ginger and a coat theft case before Squire Burnett. They reference a poem by George Bicknell and discuss rumors about Gentry Bros, Sullivan, and a planned electric line. The piece notes rain, the St Louis Worlds Fair dedication, and anti expansionists needing regalvanization.
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Cuppy
Charley
Ginger
Ned
Squire Burnett
Woods
George
Burnett
George Bicknell
Jim Coldfeet
Gus
Battle of Red Raven
Jim
Gentry Bros
Alice
Vincennes
Roycrofter
Sullivan
St Louis
Town notes mix politics, disasters and jokes from Indiana period piece
A jumble of local items mentions Joseph Rickey’s death, election concerns over high water and floaters, Linton street projects, a temperance lecture by Miss Three Fingers in Spencer, a Vincennes button find linked to a fort flag incident, Muley Mohamed’s coronation note, warnings about saloons in Linton, Susan Lowder’s death after Seidlitz powder, a Sullivan visitor chasing honey in Indianapolis and a hotel honey mix up with a waiter remark.
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Sullivan
Indianapolis
Mary and Brandon Plot for Court Favor and a Secret Night
In Marys drawing room the princess brims with schemes to advance Brandon as Duke of Suffolk. The trio tests his grace with dancing and cards, while their bet adds risky spice to a discreet, late night celebration away from prying eyes.
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Edwin
Mary
Brandon
Empson
Dudley
Duke of Suffolk
Captain Brandon
Charles Brandon
Caskoden
Jane
France
Brendan
Flanders
Lady Jane
Gold plated watch chains listed at 10c price
A short classified listing offers gold plated watch chains priced at ten cents each. The terse ad notes the value and simple sale terms, reflecting a pennywise item from a historical catalog.
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Sullivan Union
W.R. Nesbit
R. P. White
Royal Baking Powder
Royal Baking Powder CO
New York
Joseph Rickey
G. Rickey
Linton
Miss Three Fingers
Spencer
Temperance
Old Fort
Muley Mohamed
Fez
Muley
Susan Lowder
Mary Tudor
Henry the Eighth
Sir Edwin Caskoden
Edwin Caskoden
Charles Major
Botren-Meral Company
Index Bargain Bulletin
Dixie
Toross Aldela
Guy M. Briggs
McCammon Block
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