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Newspaper
Van Buren News Eagle
Location
Van Buren, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1913
Page
1
Two year old son of John Renick was seriously injured Wednesday when he played on the track and was struck by the 8:24 interurban. The motorman could not avoid the crash. the child was knocked about 15 feet, concussion of the brain reported, but improving per Dr. Richardson. No blame on the motorman. parents urged to keep children away from tracks.
Mr. Jacob Podless showed two books, one a German 1720 Luther-Tetzelius debate volume bound in buckskin, with wood engravings, and a four book arithmetic titled American Accountant printed 1793. The display included ownership notes from 1802 and 1804, and sample problems offering subscriptions as prizes. A Paxton sale promotes a 20 percent discount on dry goods drawing rural interest.
Saturday will be a big day at the Big 20 per cent Discount Sale at Pax ton's. Do not grow impatient if you cannot be waited on immediately as staff strive to do their best.
Lisander Losure of Van Buren receives a letter from State Fire Marshal Longley urging stricter enforcement of fireworks ordinances and broader safety measures. Officials warn that even careful celebrations cause accidents and emphasize clearing rubbish, securing buildings, and dampening areas with risk of sparks.
The Hardware Man J H Galbreath advertises Plymouth and International Twine at 10 cents per pound. He urges quick purchase while supplies last, signing as a loyal hardware dealer.
A petition by John Wright and others asks the town board to inspect and remove unoccupied wooden fire traps threatening property. Fire Chief Lisander Losure will inspect the structures and report the removal costs at the next meeting. The effort may widen to other nearby buildings.
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