Explosion kills and burns workers at Adtna Powder plant
In Araiso Indiana an explosion at the Adtna Powder Company plant at St Miller Station killed Charles Helman and fatally burned Henry, both Chicago men. Several others were burned, with one in a serious condition. The cause remains unknown as workers fled the burning area. Helman and Schwartzfeger were among those present and escaped briefly before severe burns. The injured were transported toward home by train as hospital care began.
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Araiso
Ind
Adtna Powder Company
St Miller Station
Chicago
Charles Helman
Henry U
di Heilman
Schwartzfeger
Interurban Car Kills Man Near SEASON Ind
John Welsh aged about forty employed by Jesse B. Pyle was struck and killed by a south bound interurban car near SEASON as it passed through the North Anderson area. Motorman Bragg saw the man near the track but could not avert disaster. The accident occurred around 7 pm with Welsh dying after being taken to Johns Hospital. Welsh’s parents and relatives live in the area. Onboard crew were exonerated of blame.
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Jesse B. Pyle
Alex
Anderson
Bragg
John's Hospital
Welsh
New York
Evelyn B. Baldwin
White Star Line
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Johannsen
America
Arnsen
Fram
J. Knowles Hare
F. 8. Vineyard
Durango
Col
Child crushed by wagon axle in accident near Goodkan
Evan Rice age one, son of J M Rice of Goodkan, visiting George Rice in Wood, climbed a milk wagon rear axle. His left foot caught and leg wrapped around axle, bones protruded, surgery to remove rope, severe chest injuries feared. Separate crash near Wood injures Mrs Susan, thrown from buggy on Main street, head and arms lacerated, internal injuries. age unknown.
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T. Ind
Evan
J. M. Rice
Good- Kan
George Rice
Wood
Ind
Susan
Worker Struck by Speeder on Wabash Bridge Injured
In Igton Indiana on October 2 John Erb, Wabash Railroad employee, was struck while near a speeder and thrown off the right of way. He regained consciousness, was taken to Peru on a westbound passenger train after serious injuries.
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Igton
Ind
John Erb
Wabash
Peru
Governor addresses veterans at Kochs Grove reunion
Indianapolis Oct 2 The governor spoke to old soldiers during a two mile escort by a veterans committee at Kochs Grove. He contrasted past and present national affairs and discussed state finances before luncheon and departure for Indianapolis. The Sixteenth reunion of the Ninth Indiana Regiment was held in Indianapolis with officers elected and address by Mayor Darrow. The Thirteenth Indiana Regiment reunion at Leesburg honored General Lawton’s command.
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Reunion Brings Town Guests to Campfire Gathering
A county reunion brought in town residents as guests and ended with a quiet campfire tonight. The event showcased community ties and include informal talks and shared memories among attendees.
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Rose Arrested as Wabash Treasurer Indicted
John B. Rose former Wabash city treasurer was arrested on a grand jury warrant in Wabash Indiana. Bond set at 2000 dollars with bondsmen ready to aid his release as collection of a shortage proceeds. About 2600 dollars in cash has been paid into the treasury and an expert is to determine any shortage.
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Wabash
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Suit over petrified body in Evansville river case
Lewis Lamb filed suit in Vanderburgh County Court seeking possession of a petrified body found in the river. Eigenmann refused offers for the body and several claimants identified it. Coroner Walker may examine the body, and Governor Durbin viewed it during a soldiers’ reunion visit. In Crawfordsville Jas Smith sues Crawford House for $100 claiming racial discrimination for elevator denial while on business for a guest.
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Ind
Lewis Lamb
John P. Eigenmann
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Eigenmann
Walker
Durbin
Crawfordsville
Jas. Smith
Crawford House
Neely Returns to Muncie After Cuba Imprisonment
Charles F W Neely arrives quietly in Muncie for a short stay from Havana after imprisonment in Cuba. He visits sister Miss Emma Neely, greets friends warmly, says he plans to visit California to see his wife before returning to Havana for business. He also meets Corydon M Rich, ex Havana clerk, in a cordial exchange.
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Muncie
Ind
Charles F. W.neely
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Cuba
Walnut Street
Havana
Corydon M. Rich
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Civic rights group appeals amid mob violence in Indiana
The National Federation of Civic Rights urges US citizens to join in combating mob killings of colored people, naming Bishop George W. Clinton as a leader. The plea calls for press, church, and Jewish communities to support constitutional protections and racial justice nationwide. In Winchester, city council debates a gas meter rate amid threats of price hikes and possible service cuts. In Elwood, a mad dog bite injures a toddler and leads to a police shooting and pet death. Portland reports the death of Lewis Mackey after paralysis.
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Farmers purchase land near Fairmount for growth plans
Special to the Indianapolis Journal reports Rau Brothers have bought twenty four acres one mile southeast of Fairmount at a cost of 2470 dollars. The purchase is viewed as a key step in local development and expansion efforts.
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Ind
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Thi City
Fairmount oilfield sale yields new owners for drilling
Ancillary notes report Fairmount oilfield bought at sheriff sale with clear title secured yesterday. New owners plan immediate operations and multiple wells in the area, central to established oil territory and valued asset.
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Anderson Firms Sell Interest and New Plant Planned
The Gentzen Art Glass Company sold its Anderson interest to C L Rose of Indianapolis. Corrugated Bottle Wrapper Company incorporated with 100000 capital, owned by Norris Owen of Chicago Schonlev of Germany and Harper of Anderson, who brings a large local factory plant. The firm aims to begin manufacturing soon.
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Fairmount
Ira L. Sage
Franklin College Rallies After Purdue Defeat
Franklin Indiana October reports the Franklin College football squad practicing hard for the upcoming Earlham game. Coach Whitesides reshapes guard positions with Spurgeon and Hanley out, Pritchard likely at left guard, Miller possibly at right end. Fraternity rush and sorority pledges noted, with social events and reorganized literary societies preparing for autumn activities.
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Fred Clark
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Concerts Scheduled for Fall Series Including Noted Orchestras
The program lists performances by Brooke's Marine Band Orchestra of Chicago on October 3, Banda Rossa on November 28, the Mendelssohn Male Quartet on January 31, and the Boston Ladies' Symphony Orchestra on January 4. Prof Jon Wright Mable and Dr Henry van Dyke coorganize, with several additional concert companies to be added as the course progresses.
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Banda Rossa
Mendelssohn
Boston Ladies’ Symphony Orchestra
Greencastle Special to Lafayatte for De Pauw Purdue Game
A special Greencastle train will run to Lafayette on Saturday for the De Pauw versus Purdue game. The team has shown progress in practice, with recent Shortridge notes revealing fixes to weaknesses. The two elevens from academy and varsity are active, and the squad is lighter yet faster than last year.
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Rout of Policemen by University of Minnesota Students
In Minneapolis on October 2 three park policemen and a plain clothes officer clashed with University of Minnesota students over bicycle riding on campus walks. After officers attempted arrests, students drove three off campus and loaded them into streetcars. A plain-clothes man was tied to a tree with a garden hose, and officers’ threats to shoot were ignored.
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Second Effort to Divide Indiana Yearly Meeting Fails
Richmond Indiana October meeting ends the bid to establish a Marion new meeting with about five thousand members. Petition from Fairmount Wabash and Marion quarterly meetings is rejected after debate. Reports note growth in home missions, Indian aid, and general state of the society. Clerks and officers are appointed for continued service as the Yearly Meeting adjourns.
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Morton Pierson
Knightstown
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California
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Dunreith
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Cleveland
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Plainfield
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Elwood O. Ellis
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Allen Joy
Cornelius Small
Hannah Lewis Smith
Ethel Kirk Calvert
Anna Roberts
A. Jennie Ridgeway
Mahalah Joy
Mary B. Hosier
Esther Pugh
Ellis
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Earlham Girls Athletes Lead New College Era
At Earlham College in Richmond Indiana the girls form a dedicated athletic association to manage events including basketball and other sports. A constitution is being drafted, with Prof Trueblood presiding. Freshmen and juniors displayed class colors in dormitory rivalries, while day dodgers elected Edward Dickinson president and George Bond secretary, signaling unity of college spirit.
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Richmond
Ind
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Edward Dickinson
George Bond
Frank Jones former Portsmouth mayor and NH governor hopeful dies
Obituary from Portsmouth New Hampshire reports Frank Jones, longtime brewer and political figure born 1822 in Barrington, died at his home. Once Portsmouth mayor in 18%, congressman 1875 to 1879, 1880 gubernatorial candidate. later aligned with Republicans since 1900 convention. Also noted in Everett, Washington, Francis W. Anderson, president of St Paul National Bank, died of pneumonia.
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Fifth Army Corps Reunion Moved to Sheridan Tent
Washington Oct 2 The complications that risked delaying the Fifth Army Corps reunion during the G A R encampment have been resolved and the event will proceed as planned in Sheridan tent instead of Sherman tent.
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Fifth Army Corps
Sheridan
Sherman
Indiana Title Guaranty and Loan Company Ad
An ad text promotes title assurance in all real estate deals. It emphasizes secure title and fee clarity, listing Indiana Title Guaranty and Loan Company at 139 East Market Street.
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East Market Street
Notre Dame Faculty Board Names Varsity Candidates
Notre Dame in South Bend reports its faculty athletic board met to review varsity candidates with signed class and athletic records. Names accepted include Salmon, McGlew, OMalley, OConnor, Steiner, McDermott, Moyers, Myers, Lonergan, Shaughnessy, Cullinan, Kirby, Doar, Draper, Piel, Desmond, Furlong, with more to come. Captain Salmon works to bolster defense as heavy practice intensifies for tomorrow’s scrimmage.
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Notre Dame Plans Fine Lectures and Concerts for Year
South Bend records show Notre Dame University arranging an unusually rich slate of lectures and concerts. W Bourke Cochran opens the course, with Henry Austin Adams slated for February 12 13 and M John Talbot Smith booked for January 14. Father Kell Sates President Morrissey, has drive, Boalding and Bishop O Gorman to
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Friendship Baptist Association Concludes Bloomington Session
The Friendship Baptist Association meeting in Bloomington ended with over 100 delegates and visitors attending. Activities included reports from societies, a sermon by Rev W C Taylor, memorial exercises, and closing words by Rev Wilson Whitney.
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Epworth League Convention Opens in Greencastle
In Brazil Ind on October 2 the Greencastle district Epworth League begins a three day session and convention at the M E Church. Mrs R E Bodendorffer of Chicago will preside. State President James B Ogden of Indianapolis will give an address. About 300 delegates expected with around 15 having arrived.
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Ind
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Epworth League
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Chicago
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Indianapolis
Goshen District Woman's Missionary Meet Sets Attendance Record
The twelfth annual Goshen district Woman's Home Missionary Society convention of the Methodist Church closed in Elkhart after drawing the largest attendance in the district's history. Delegates pledged a total of $429.75.
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Elkhart
Ind
Goshen
Woman's Home Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
Home Rule Killed In Ohio Municipal Debate
The Ohio House rejected a home rule amendment for city governments during the extra session, voting 46 to 25. Price of Athens spearheaded the measure amid heated remarks on German newspapers. The debate also saw changes to the municipal code, including salaries for councilmen and city treasurer provisions, with most provisions remaining as reported.
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Director of Public Safety
Judge appoints special examiner in Minnesota securities case
In St Paul on October 2 Judge Lochren named Fred G. Ingersoll as special examiner to take evidence in the State of Minnesota versus a securities company. Ingersol had previously served in the US States against the same defendants, with the case currently in progress.
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Fred G. Inersoll
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Endowment for a Hospital Named for Burke Relief Foundation
John M. Burke conveys 4,000,000 dollars of real and personal property to Burke Relief Foundation for an endowment to build a hospital for convalescents in Marshall Minnesota. The deed filed October 2 records the transfer to the foundation named after Mr Burke's father.
True Armor: Assayer Promotes Grape-Nuts Drinkers Grow Stronger
In Ro sita Col an assayer chemist Mr C Wulsten demonstrates that daily food science with Grape-Nuts can restore vitality. He recounts gaining eighteen pounds in a year and feeling twenty years younger after using the cereal, praising its portability and suitability for fieldwork and geodetic expeditions.
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