Obituary of Thomas Alsop of Strangford County Down
Thomas Alsop born June 4 1433 in Strangford County Down Ireland died December 31 1907 at 9 5 p m following years of life in the United States since 1848 Married to Nan Wood October 13 and later to Anunah T Ridgeway in 1898 Father of several children except Willie and Mattie Civil War veteran private in Co E 43rd Regiment US Army Funeral held at North State Street residence with Rev George Murphy and Rev S Jewel Interment Manns Grove Cemetery Expressions of thanks extended to the G A R and Ladies of the W R C and neighbors for their kindness in this bereavement.
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Thomas Alsop
Strangford County Down
Ireland
United States
W. S. Baldridge
Atu
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Iodstar
Homer
Willie
Mattie
J. BE. Bryant
Bloomington -F
Foye Christian
North State Street
W. H. Grim
George Murphy
Bro
Tyson
Mr. Alsop
Aslean
Jesus
Mann’s Grove
S. Jewel
Papa
Sunday visits and local society notes in the Borders district
Sunday visitors include Len Trueback and family, Ed Lambert and family, James Case and daughter Inez with Clell Davidson, Walter Leach and family, and Reed. A school organizer and various local residents are noted alongside illness, weddings, banking leadership, and community events in Fort Pounds area.
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John Borders
Len Trueback
Ed Lambert
James Case
Inez
Clell Davidson
Be Married Woman Dies of Heart Troubles in Local Church
A woman died Friday night at the M. E. church due to heart trouble. A funeral was held Sunday at 9:00 in the M. E. church, followed by burial at Fairbanks cemetery. Several local residents were noted visiting family and friends over the weekend with minor social mentions.
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Aubrey Criss
Centralis
Ill
C. OM. Welsh
Pearl Russell
Florence Welsh
Edwards
Webster Chowning
Linton
Marvel Ransford
Fort Pounds
Teans & Patton
Farmersburg
Frank Eisner
M. E
Fairbanks
Orville Turner
Rex Boles
Pearl Fisher
Clark
Boles
Milard Johnson
Shelburn
Iva Cunningham
Mammoth School
Will of James C. McKee Leaves Estate in Probate
The will of the late James C. McKee of this city was filed for probate in circuit court last week. Executor named is J. H. Kalley. dated October 27, 1902. Bequests include $1000 cash and 80 acres in Fairbanks township to wife Martha E. McKee. daughter Francis E. Thompson receives all remaining personal estate after debts and prior bequests, plus life interest in real estate. grandchildren receive shares as their deceased parents would have.
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James C. McKee
J. H. Kalley
Martha E. McKee
Fairbanks Township
Francis E. Thompson
Frances E. Thompson
New School For Shelburn Lauded By Community
The school board earned praise for obtaining a permit from the town board and purchasing land in Highland addition from James R. Riggs for 1000 dollars. Payment is arranged via two promissory notes of 50 dollars each due August 1 1898 and February 1 1909 bearing 5 percent interest. The facility will be an up to date school building.
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Shelburn
Highland Addition
James R. Riggs
Dingine
Indiana Republicans Rally Behind Fairbanks at Love Feast
Across the state all parties united in a December 26 gathering in the capital. Senators Beveridge and Governor Hanly spoke to boost Vice President Fairbanks as Indiana’s choice for president, with Kentucky Republicans pledging solid support for Fairbanks at Chicago.
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Hanly
Fairbanks
Indiana
Newcastle Courier
Crawfordsville Journal
Kentucky
Chicago
Greenfield Tribune
Republican rally bolsters 1398S campaign optimism
The Covington Republican reports a September gathering where Beveridge paths were praised as the campaign key and Farrunk’s name evoked strong returns. Speakers hailed past Republican leaders Lincoln to Roosevelt, praising principles over men and urging trust in Fairbanks and Roosevelt’s legacies.
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Beveridge
Farrunks
Watson
Lincoln
Grant
Harrison
McKinley
Roosevelt
Republican Party
Local Merchants Promote Town Improvement Movement
Fragment from Shelburn Enterprise praising community efforts to improve the town and attract a good class of citizens. Also a Campbell & Douthitt ad touting bargains on boys long pants suits from 15.00 16.50 to 9.99.
Foreman Granted Divorce in Newport Court
Burlin E Foreman formerly of this county was granted a divorce from Mina Foreman in Cass township at Newport Ver million county by Judge Rheahy. Desertion and cruel inhuman treatment cited as grounds.
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Burlin E. Foreman
Newport
Vermillion County
Rheahy
Mina Foreman
Cass Township
Overcoats Priced at 15 Dollars in Woods Ad
An advertisement from Woods offers overcoats at 15 dollars, with marked prices 20, 22, and 25 dollars for some items. It promotes value and accessibility for shoppers seeking discounted outerwear.
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Woods
G. A. R. Sullivan Post Installation Set Next Saturday
The Sullivan post of the G. A. R. will hold installation ceremonies in the post hall next Saturday at 2 o clock. The event will be public and many visitors are expected.
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Sullivan Post
Woods Advocates 25 Percent Discount On Light Coats
Woods promotes a heavy price cut offering a quarter off on light weight overcoats, a stance seen as tough on Woods as it affects revenue and market position. The remark hints at a branding clash and potential consumer backlash.
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Woods
Prices Guaranteed at No. 6 West Side Sullivan Ind
Local store at No 6 West Side Sullivan Indiana advertises guaranteed prices for its merchandise. The notice emphasizes stable costs and customer assurance, without detailing specific items or discount periods.
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West Side
Sullivan
Ind. Campbell & Douthitt
Sullivan circuit court opens with heavy docket
The January term convened Monday with Judge Charles E. Henderson presiding. The docket lists 333 civil cases and 132 criminal cases for trial, indicating a very busy session ahead.
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Sullivan Circuit
Charles E. Henderson
Infant Son of Eldridge Family Dies in Scott City
The 18 month old son of Mr and Mrs William Eldridge of Scott City died Thursday from catarrhal fever. Interment was in the Douglass Chapel cemetery.
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Shelburn
William Eldridge
Scott City
Douglass Chapel
Elder Pinkston to Lead Series at Good Hope Church
Elder W A Pinkston of Litchfield Illinois will conduct a series of meetings at Good Hope church starting Friday night January 10th.
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W. A. Pinkston
Litchfield Ill
Good Hope Church
Nitrogen Preservation Extends Life of Paris Fruits
In Paris in 1900 fish were preserved in nitrogen for seven years. Now oranges pears grapes cherries and other fruits are packed in paper boxes with nitrogen to exclude oxygen, preventing decay for an indefinite period.
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Paris
Clergymen in New York form union demand higher salaries
Paris Figaro reports a three clergymen union in New York seeking higher pay as the movement grows. It notes that 40 pastors have already renounced their charges in Pittsburg while awaiting government action.
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Paris Figaro
New York
Pittsburg
Store Ad Offers Boys Suits At Deep Discounts
An inquiry notes a store listing boys suits originally priced at 9.75 10 and 15.00 offered at 6.90. The shopper asks what action will be taken regarding the unusual markdown and asks Woods for guidance.
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Woods
Republicans rally at Indianapolis love feast endorses Fairbanks
A united force at the Indianapolis biennial Republican love feast drew large crowds and high enthusiasm. Voters saw all gubernatorial candidates as suitable and indicated broad support for their leader Charles W Fairbanks as the presidential nominee.
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Indianapolis
Martinsville
Significant Tribute to Mr Fairbanks by Indiana Republicans
The Indianapolis Star reports Indiana Republicans unite behind Mr Fairbanks praising his wisdom, ability, judgment, poise, and fidelity. They credit broad fairness and steady adherence to tradition as key factors guiding their presidential preference ahead of the Chicago convention.
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Fairbanks
Indiana
Indianapolis
Chicago
Indianapolis Star
Fairbanks Gains Support as Presidential Candidate
The Indianapolis News notes Fairbanks builds an active canvass as a national figure. His dignified character, judgment, and experience, plus a conservative stance and focus on business regeneration, draw supporters nationwide and unite Indiana Republicans behind him.
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Fairbanks
Roosevelt
Indiana
iIndianapolis
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