Wedding Shooting Flares at Howard County Assembly
A sensational shooting at a wedding near Kokomo injures the bride slightly as an unknown assailant fires through a window. The ceremony for Julius Kellermeier of Indianapolis and Miss Bertha Kahl ends with shock and a postponed wedding journey as investigators seek the would-be killer.
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Kokomo
Ind
Farmer Kahl
Ervin Township
Julius Kellermeier
Indianapolis
Bertha Kahl
Kahl
Perrin and Merchants National Banks Merge in Lafayette
The Perrin National Bank merges with Merchants National Bank in Lafayette Indiana. The merged entity will be named Merchants National Bank with a capitalization of 20 000 after including Perrin’s 10 000. The consolidation adds J J Perrin and W H Perrin to the board and retains the Indiana Trust and Savings Company at the old stand.
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Lafayette
Ind
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Bank directors named for Wabash institution
Wabash Ind May 27 The Farmers and Merchants National Bank of Wabash board of directors was selected to open July 1. The nine directors are Judge H B Bhiveln Ben Wolf R F Lutz Henry C Pettit Charles S Haas Dr R F Blount W Morse John H Birley Howard Atkinson and B A Houser. The bank will have fifty stockholders all active men professionals and farmers of Wabash county. Its capital is 100000.
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Wabash
Ind
Farmers’ and Merchants’ National Bank of Wabash
H. B. Bhiveln
Ben Wolf
R. F. Lutz
Henry C. Pettit
Charles S. Haas
R. F. Blount
Ot W. Morse
John H. Bireley
Howard Atkinson
B. A. Houser
Wabash County
Union Labor and Merchants Clash Over Boycott Question
In Brazil Indiana the Central Labor Union lists merchants on the unfair roster for using or shipping on boycott cars while Merchants Retail Association vows to ignore boycott posts. The union plans a cooperative store, and Terre Haute merchants face coordinated pressure from union supporters. In Muncie the Hemingways Blass plant resumes after a two week strike with pay offers rejected. workers return but plant may stay open to recover losses.
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Brazil
Ind
Central Labor Union
Lst
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Terre Haute
Terreute
Bricklayers Adopt EightHour Day Rate In Muncie Meeting
In Muncie Indiana at a union contractors and journeymen bricklayers meeting an agreement was reached fixing a wage of five cents an hour for an eight hour day. The contractors had requested ten cents for non union workers but bricklayers rejected the demand and threatened work stoppages until the concession was granted.
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Muncie
Ind
Brutal Worder Hearing Shocks Washington Public
In Washington Indiana on May 27 Joe Hubbard faced a preliminary hearing after allegedly kicking Louis Cunningham to death. The incident drew broad public reaction as details emerged from the courthouse.
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Washington, Ind
Joe Hubbard
Louis Cunningham
Cir Court bound over murder case amid public uproar
On Sunday the suspect was bound over to the Circuit Court charged with murder in the first degree. The case has sparked outrage over the extreme brutality. Over a dozen citizens witnessed the killing and one intervened. Public criticism targets police for perceived indifference.
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Indiana Literary Club convention opens at Valparaiso
The thirteenth annual Indiana Union of Literary Clubs convention opened in the Methodist Church in Valparaiso with a large attendance. Delegates from nearly every club in the state heard welcomes from Col. Mark L. Demotte and Mrs. S. Elliott Perkins, while prominent club women from Indianapolis Fort Wayne and other cities attended. A banquet and reception followed as Crawfordsville plans the next meeting.
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St. Anthony Park
Minn
Alice Joubet Norton
University of Chicago
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J. M. McIntosh
Connersville
J. T. Wilkins
Mesdames Sherman and Mitchell
Milwaukee
Wis
S. Elliott Perkins
Louis Brose
Evansville
Flora Broaddus
Two Children Accidental Revolver Fatality Reported
In Windfall Indiana an eight-year-old boy and a four-year-old girl found a small revolver and the boy fired it at his sister injuring her mouth and head. The girl’s condition is listed as doubtful. In Marion Indiana a Soldiers Home member was found dead near the Pennsylvania Railroad near the McBeth-Evans glass factory after an eastbound train pass. His widow, Mrs Julia Melton, resides in Louisville Kentucky.
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Marion
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Soldiers’ Home
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McBeth-Evans Glass Factory
Julia Melton
East Walnut Street
Louisville
Fireman Elmer Troxel Struck By Crane Dies
Elmer Troxel twenty nine, a Lake Shore fireman from Eik hart Ind, was struck by a steel mail crane as his engine passed Whiting station Monday evening. He suffered a fractured skull and died at 12:20 p.m. His parents widow and two small children reside in Eik hart.
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Eikhart
Ind
Elmer Troxel
Lake Shore
Whiting, Ind
Kosciusko Republicans Nominate Large County Ticket
Warsaw May 27 108 delegates convened in Kosciusko County for the largest Republican convention ever held nominating a full slate: Representative Harry W. Kline. judge Hiram M. Biggs. prosecutor H. W. Graham. surveyor W. J. Dillingham. clerk Aaron F. Rasor. auditor E. Sharp. sheriff Perry Smith. recorder William A. Babcock. treasurer A. E. Harley. coroner Dr. J. S. Smith. commissioners M. S. Carles and Jacob O. Deaton. State Chairman James P. Goodrich. Walter Brown. Sen John M. Parks of Plymouth addressed the gathering.
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Warsaw
Ind
Harry W. Kline
Fiftyfourth
Hiram &. Biggs
H. W. Graham
W. J. Dillingham
Aaron F. Rasor
E. Sharp
Perry Smith
William A. Ba
Joint senatorial convention in Hartford City region
Hartford City Ind May 27 Considerable interest centers in the outcome of the joint senatorial convention in the Circuit Court room tomorrow. The district covers Grant Wells and Blackford counties with forty four delegates from Grant and eleven each from Wells and Blackford. An effort to cut Grant to eleven failed as Wells and Grant chairmen refused agreement. Candidates include B G Shinn J W Sale and Samuel L Strickler and George Amsden.
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Ind
Circuit
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Wells
Blackford
Wabash
B. G. Shinn
This City
J. W. Sale
Bluffton
Samuel L. Strickler
George Amsden
Marion
Powell resigns as Logansport postmaster. Moss named successor
Dr J Z Powell resigns as Logansport postmaster and endorses William M Moss of Noble township as his replacement. Powell becomes chief surgeon at the Mountain branch of the National Military Homes for Disabled Soldiers under construction in Johnson City Tennessee. Change to take effect July 1. Moss chaired the Republican county central committee during the last presidential campaign. Cass county Democrats seek an opponent to Frederick Landis the Republican nominee for Congress with potential candidates named including ex-Judge John C Nelson Dr M T Shively and Attorney W S Marshall.
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Logansport
Ind
J. Z. Powell
William M. Moss
Noble Township
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Mountain
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Tenn
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Republican County Central Committee
Cass County
Frederick Landis
Congress
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John C. Nelson
M. T. Shively
Marion
W. S. Marshall
Property Troubles of the Hattles in Goshen
In Goshen Indiana on May 2 George W Hattle filed suit against his three children to invalidate a deed to about 3000 dollars in real estate he says the son carried the deed from his private papers without permission and had it recorded He seeks the deed set aside and title returned to him after the children refused any compromise including transfer of the land in full ownership.
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Goshen
Ind
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Trial sheds light on Mahalek murder case in Indiana
In Terre Haute on May 27 the second day of Dora Bartlett’s murder trial yielded the dying declaration from Joseph Mahalek that the woman shot him without provocation. Roy Clark testified Mahalek accompanied him to the house and moved the cuspidor after the shooting, while the defense argued Mahalek threatened Bartlett. Additional witnesses testified to Mahalek’s good character and prior visits to the establishment.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Dora Bartlett
Joseph Mahalek
Mahalek
Roy Clark
Courtroom Brawl Leads To Fines For Tierneys In Kokomo
In Kokomo Indiana Mrs Hattie Tierney attacked Mrs Mabel Stanley keeper of a local resort during a Police Court appearance. Both women were arrested on Mrs Tierneys affidavit and fined 13 each. Mrs Tierney was not arrested. Nearby Petersburg windstorm destroys old fort and recalls frontier history. In Terre Haute the Independent Citizens Telephone Company connects Illinois lines and expands southward. Secretary Duncan of the Commercial Club moves to secure 93 acres in West Terre Haute for National Drain Tile Company, owner of plants in Hillsdale Summitville and Montezuma.
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Kokomo
Ind
Hattie Tierney
Jack Tierney
Middletown
Mabel Stanley
Stanley
Tierney
Petersburg
Vincennes
Red Men
Clark
van Buren
Terre Haute
Citizens’ Telephone Company
Illinois
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Duncan
Commercial Club
West Terre Haute
National Drain Tile Company
Hillsdale
Summitville
Montezuma
Crawfordsville Doctor Moffett Dies of Cerebral Hemorrhage
Dr Thomas Moffett died this morning in Crawfordsville Indiana from a cerebral hemorrhage. Born July 22 1835 in Fountain county he was deputy sheriff a teacher and later opened a Covington drug store before moving to Crawfordsville in 1885. He was a Mason and Christian Church member leaving a widow and a daughter. Simon Close of Brownstown Montgomery county dies aged 82.
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Fountain County
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Memorial day observed in Muncie public schools
Muncie public schools plan short addresses with leading citizens speaking at each building. Mayor-elect Charles W. Skerritt will deliver the high school address. Teachers will gather flowers for Williams Post G A R and hundreds of school children will join a parade.
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C. J. Lutes
Decatur
Pendleton
Star Manufacturing Company
C. E. Swain
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Elmer Vaughn
Richard Elling
Windpfall
Windfall City
Newton Bolden
James B. Leavell
John K. Allen
Terre Haute
Retal Coal Dealers’ Association
Indiana
Covington
Troy Township
Fountain County
Danville
Covington & Danville Traction Company
Drowning of Aeronaut Ben Bowen at Manhattan Beach
Aeronaut Ben Bowen fell into the lake at Manhattan Beach in Denver after a parachute drop and drowned before a boat could reach him. He was years old and a native of Baltimore.
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Peace Talks In Pretoria Hope Persists In Cabinet
London reports royal parade rehearsals and Loubet’s return ascribed to Montcalm seas. British cabinet discusses Pretoria messages, optimistic no peace setback, minor points pending. A. J. Balfour cites budget disruption. Daily Telegraph notes grain tax retained. Frankfort surrender of 20 Boers confirmed. Kitchener to be adjutant general, not Indian army commander.
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Loubet Arrives in Dunkirk After Stormy Passage
President Loubet landed in Dunkirk escorted by French warships. He was greeted by the mayor and an ovation, then joined a Chamber of Commerce lunch where he praised Russo French cordiality and unity. Earlier his voyage from Copenhagen was rough, decks lashed by waves, meals skipped as galleys flooded.
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Coronation Rehearsal for King Edward’s Ceremony in London
A full rehearsal along the Buckingham Palace to Westminster Abbey route tested attendants horses and vehicles for the June coronation. Nine royal family members occupy the first carriages followed by their suites. The great state coach was represented by a brake drawn by cream Hanoverians. Ninety hosts included Harcourt Hayter and Currie for new peerages.
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Prussian Diet debates bill to strengthen German element in Polish provinces
Berlin May 27 The lower house opened discussion on a bill to bolster the German element in Prussian Polish provinces. Chancellor von Buelow said safeguards will be strict against Polish constitutional rights moves. Szumann, a Pole, denounced the policy, and Polish members walked out.
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Robbery at Paris Hotel Near Grand Opera Defrauds New York Family
Mrs Thomas Kennett and her daughter Gertrude of Cornwall on Hudson New York report jewelry valued at $50 stolen from a hotel room trunk near the Grand Opera in Paris. Heirlooms among the items. no clues to the thieves.
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Cornwall-on-Hudson
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Paris
American and Journal
Time Limit Extended in West Indian Treaty Ratification
King Christian of Denmark after a long conference with the premier accepted the U S proposal to extend for a year the time limit for ratification of the West Indian treaty. Pressure from opposition press and royal party members influenced the decision.
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British destroyer Recruit Grounds on Cape Cornwall
The torpedo boat destroyer Recruit ran aground on a rock near Cape Cornwall about four miles north of Land’s End in fog this morning. No details on damage or salvage were provided.
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Norwegian Emigration to United States Surges in 1901
Christiania May 27. Immigration statistics show 14,000 Norwegians left for the United States in 1901. It is estimated that about 18,000 more will depart during the year for the United States.
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Danish liner Oscar I arrives in Christiana with 1000 American tourists
The Danish steamship Oscar I, sailing from New York on May 14, docked at Christiana on May 27 bringing 1000 American tourists aboard.
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New York
Potts Mystery Doubtful Naval Attache to Berlin
Berlin dispatch says Foreign Office denies any knowledge of Lieutenant Commander Potts as a naval attache to the U S embassy here. Potts is assigned to Beehler, to relieve him Oct 1, with Admiral Von Senden Buriran welcoming him today.
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Condition of Dr. Barrows at Oberlin College
Oberlin Ohio May 27 President Barrows of Oberlin College ill with pneumonia had a fairly comfortable night and took nourishment. The right lung is wholly involved while the left lung is not affected. Pulse 124 temperature 1004 10 respiration 36. Noon bulletin reported no change in condition and doctors remain apprehensive though signs of gradual improvement appeared at 11 o'clock. The crisis may be days away with heart action weak but improving.
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Crisis in Spanish Cabinet Resigns Canalejas
May 27 dispatch reports a cabinet crisis in Madrid as Senor Canalejas resigns after insisting on an immediate chamber convening to discuss the religious question. Other ministers offer their portfolios to Sagasta to resolve the crisis, with Canalejas having earlier delayed resignation until after the king’s accession.
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Balloon slashed delays Santos-Dumont ascent
In London the balloon prepared for Santos-Dumont's ascents was found cut with knives after being moved to the grounds. The envelope is spoiled, postponing the ascents for weeks while detectives investigate the act deemed an outrage.
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Massive New York terminal warehouse fire. $150000 loss
NEW YORK May 27 The terminal storage warehouse moved by Twenty sixth Twenty seventh streets andOne hundred twenty eighth to One hundred thirtieth avenues suffered severe fire damage. The seven story building and twenty five storehouses on each street endured heavy losses totaling about 150000 in building and stock. BATTLE CREEK Mich May 27 The Nichols epard Thresher plant iron and blacksmithing departments burned. losses 20000 on buildings and 80000 on machinery. LANSING Mich May 27 Fire destroyed Richard Lumber Company Alexander Furnace and damaged Lansing Veneered Door Company. total loss 55000 with 43500 insured.
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Battle Creek
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Royal Arcanum Elects Officers for Ensuing Year
Atlantic City May 27 The Supreme Council of the Royal Arcanum elected officers for the coming year including Supreme regent Joseph A Langutt of Pittsburg and vice regent A S Robinson of St Louis Sitting past regent W Holt Apgar of Trenton was named along with secretary W C Robison Boston treasurer E A Skinner Westfield auditor Alfred Turner Boston chaplain Uriah W Tompkins New York guide E S Burkhardt Chicago warden Isaac W Coulfield New York sentry Rev E H Leisringring Chambersburg Pa trustees James M Johnson Chicago Charles E Pretice Hartford Conn Clovis H Bowen Pawtucket RI.
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American Packers' Association Incorporated in Dover
The American Packers' Association with authorized capital of 36000000 was incorporated in Dover today. The company may can pack and preserve meats vegetables fruits for market and includes all Delaware canning plants and the eastern Maryland and New Jersey sections.
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National Conference of Charities to Meet in Petroit
The twenty ninth annual meeting of the National Conference of Charities and Correction opens in Petroit Michigan tomorrow and runs for nine days at the Central M E Church. President Timothy Nicholson of Indiana will deliver the opening address tomorrow evening.
Bank cashier sentenced to ten years in Great Falls case
Herbert A. Matteson, the defaulting cashier of the First National Bank of Great Falls, pleaded guilty yesterday in Federal Court and was sentenced today by Judge Knowles to ten years in the penitentiary. His shortage stood at $1,000,000, lost in speculation.
Manufacturer Killed in Mount Clemens Buggy Accident
Bradley J. Cilley a Buffalo NY manufacturer was thrown from a buggy on the lake front four miles from Mount Clemens Mich and instantly killed. He had been stopping in Mount Clemens for four months.
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Baron As Gardner and Wife Guest at Denison Event
Baron as Gardner and wife of Louisville Kentucky are guests at a social function in Denison, with local hosts noting their arrival and expected remarks. The brief item highlights attendance by prominent figures and social interest in the community gathering.
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Greater Indiana oil field activity rises in May
May 27 Montpelier Indiana reports a record Greater Indiana oil field month with 26 wells completed and 33 failures. Daily output averaged 18.5 barrels per well, up from April. Grant and Wells counties show strongest results while Blackford declines. June expected to stay brisk as new work and rigs rise. total state wells drilling 243 and 115 rigs up. Property sales in Indiana near half a million dollars Ramon.
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Obituary notices from Monterey and Paris dated May 7 etc
Arthur Williams United States consul at Saltillo died of meningitis at Monterey Hospital He had served briefly in the consular service and hailed from Manchester New Hampshire Edith Marchioness De La Rosiere daughter of Frederic of New York died in Paris today She gave birth to twin boys on April 19
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Wages Boost Planned at Buffalo Plant and Pittsburg Works
Wages at the Buffalo Union Furnace Company, part of the Hanna interests, are to be raised ten percent on June 11. The announcement also notes wage increases for other workers in the blast furnace vicinity of Pittsburgh, set at five percent.
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Fleeing saloon suspect shot at. two men flee Moran's
Merchant Policeman James Breen saw a man near Moran's saloon at Maryland and Illinois streets. He pursued a second man after a break from the back door, fired several shots, but the runner disappeared into an alley. By 2 am nothing appeared missing from the saloon.
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Doctor credits Grape-Nuts and Postum for recovery
Dr H Barber of Laurel Indiana describes a stomach disorder and weight loss from 180 to 174 pounds. He credits coffee withdrawal and a diet including Grape-Nuts and Postum Food Coffee with restoration of weight, improved digestion, and clearer thinking, expressing thanks and ongoing use.
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