Fire destroys Bedford Road farm house. insured loss near $1,000
Uncle John Allen's farm residence on Bedford Road burned from a defective flue with most furniture saved. Loss estimated about $1,000, insured for $6,000, including $500 on the house and $100 on furniture. Miss Melissa Allen and her father resided there. house and cellar saved with help from nearby workers and neighbors.
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John Allen
Bedford Road
Glen Smead
Allen
Mr. Allen
Muss Melissa
Amckie
Melissa Allen
Snyder Residence at Shoals Burns in Fire
The W. H. Snyder residence at Shoals, formerly occupied by Mr. and Mrs. Snyder, burned. It was owned by J. L. Passell, Mrs. Snyder's father, and valued at 290 with 8600 insurance.
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W. H. Snyder
Elrod Couple Host Reception For Pearl Elrod Visit
Mr and Mrs G I Elrod plan a Tuesday evening reception at their East Tenth Street home honoring Miss Pearl Elrod of Flora. A large number of invitations have been issued. Miss Estella Hayes left at noon for Loogovtes where she will attend a six o'clock dinner given by Miss Hattie.
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G. I. Elrod
East Tenth Street
Miss Pearl Elrod
Flora
Estella Hayes
Loogovtes
Hattie
Miss Mable Preaton to Wed Mr Hugh L Coxot
A social evening honored Miss Mable Preaton of the city, soon to marry Mr. Hugh L Coxot. Miss Elizabeth Babbitt hosted at her home with hearts and flowers, dainty refreshments, and toasts including The Bride elect and The Absent One.
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Elizabeth Babbitt
Giney
Mable Preaton
Hugh L Coxot
Eloot
Ex-Councilman Summers Hits 950 Foot Gas Well Contract
Former councilman F A Summers living near Loogootee bets on a 950 foot gas well dig. If no gas is found the project may extend toward Trentén roke business men and glass manufacturers.
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F. A. Summers
Loogootee
Trentén Roke
Pasture Fire Burns Brett Farm Near City
A large pasture on the Brett farm north of the city burned furiously on Thursday after several days of fire. Despite the intensity, the damage is not expected to be heavy.
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Brett
Furie ‘Ously
Bigler
Bixler
Freight Train Wreck Delays Passengers at Bridgeport
Six freight cars jumped the track on the B& O SW line near Bridgeport Alabama this morning causing heavy delays. A bad wheel caused the wreck and cold weather hampered the wreck crew. Passenger Train No. 4 was four hours late, with other trains delayed.
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Bridgeport
Snider Seeks Permission to Repair Gravel Road Near Allen Farm
The court did not issue a ruling on Allen's petition as George W. Snider gravel road superintendent seeks permission to proceed with repairs. A prior decision by Judge Houghton blocked diggings through Allen land to fix a washout, and a new grant was not argued. Local notes report community activity, court actions, and social visits amid ongoing washout concerns.
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George W. Snider
Snider
Allen
Houghton
Election Saturday Drives Voter Turnout Despite Cold Weather
Voters are urged to cast ballots Saturday in a large election on the system of roads and streets. Officials say light voting is expected due to cold weather and a general lack of interest in the outcome.
Musical Sunday Evening Service by Christian Choir
A Sunday evening program by the Christian choir features hymns and solos. Highlights include an invocation and scripture reading, violin and tenor solos, male quartet numbers, a benediction, and selections by Messrs Laye, Gibson, and Lay.
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Williver
Christian Choir
Pibserge
Pfefferkorn
C. P. Scudder
Messrs
Laye and Gibson
The
Palma
Deebs Faure
Lenora Davis
Parke
Laye
Gibson and Laye
Voting Places for Gravel Roads in Washington Township
Washington township voters face a special election to decide a proposed gravel road system. The plan includes 33 miles of roads and streets, 12 inch deep gravel on roads, 18 feet wide streets, two roller packs, and 3100000 in bridges and improvements. Ballots list 35 roads with YES or NO options. a road passes only if it receives 25 percent of all votes cast. The poll spans all 12 voting sites, with turnout possibly affected by cold weather. Local notices mention community updates and select residents’ schedules.
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Washington
Syateny
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Local notes list illnesses and society events
Sick list includes Mrs Will Walker and Miss Margaret Mehan while Mrs Frank Zollers and Mrs I J Arnold are also mentioned. Visitors from Vincennes and Terre Haute are reported alongside a Washington drunkard sighting and job change of Herb Madden. Mrs Milton Purcell hosts a surprise gathering, a badge laden sweeper draws attention, and Dr J G Moore's condition worsens. Citizens lecture by John A Otari announced with ticket details. sidewalk hazard on East Distant street noted.
Glass blower Tom Carter arrested for intoxication
Police court records show Tom Carter of Loogootea was arrested Thursday by Officers Geyer and Kermode for intoxication and disturbance. He appeared before Mayor Clark, was fined ten dollars and costs, and paid the fine.
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Tom Carter
Oficers
Geyer and
Kermode
Clark
New Suits Jacob W Clark v Van Alfen
Jacob W. Clark files suit against Van Alfen with Ogden and Inman as attorneys for the plaintiff seeking redress in a civil action.
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Jacob W. Clark Va
van Alfen
Ogden & Inman
Revival Services At First Baptist Church Continue
Revival services at the First Baptist Church ongoing since Wednesday promise renewal for the congregation. Rev. J L Hudging delivered a strong sermon on preparation for revival. Tonight's service features preaching followed by baptismal rites with Judge McKeenna expected to lead Saturday.
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First Baptist Church
J. L. Hudging
Judge McKeenna
Notes of Shops and Railroads Report Labor Changes
Fireman O R Snider laid off and engineers on lists include Ron Robinson sick and D P Howerton taking layoff. Boiler maker Tom Desring and Chas Walker on vacations. Frank Dee returns from Flora business trip. Chas Boring visits Vinoganes. Lineman Joe Hoogengamer travels to Loogootee. Supt J O Hagerty at shops for company business. Frank Flanay returns to car shop.
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Frank Dee
Flora
Chas
Vinoganes
Joe Hoogengamer
Loogootee
J. O. Hagerty
Gidoinnatl
Frank Flanay
Returt
House Believed to Have Burned at Jordan Station
An unoccupied dwelling owned by T. D. Cloud near Jordan station burned late this afternoon. The logs are valued at about $600 and there is no insurance. The cause remains a mystery after a long period without nearby fires.
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T. D. Cloud
Jordan Station
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Marghierite Hagerty
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Helen Allen Toddy
Carrie Myers
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Elue
Seth Palmer
Sam Patterson
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Patterson
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Edward von Trees
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Roy Scoble
H Skett
Aise Te Armstrong
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Sarah Denny
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Dence
Old Creamery
McCormick Carpenter Shop
Grand Central Hotel
Wes
M. E Church
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Raibone Bisters
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Frank Siple
Round House
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J. W. Carvin
Jobo Nolen
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Rea Mbb'neon
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Thos. Mackin Bon
Hom Dillsboro
Aloes
Clyde Decker
St. Touig
Will Walker
Tagrippe
Margaret Mehan
Oak Street
Frank
Zollers
South
I.J. Arnold
Loogootes
John Nugent
Mrs
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Herb Madden
Cabel & Kauffman Produce Department
Terre Hautetd
Edward Pierce
Thomas Smail
Jasonville
Ind
Milton Purcell
Gurprige
West Terth Street
J G.moore
Geo. F. Watgen
Clara Wilson
Pobeck
Sougsband
Woodmen Lodge
John A. Otarid
Opera House
Tommorrow
Horrall Bros
Downey
Sangproua
Whetsell
the Reliable ‘Shoe Store
Main St
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O. R. Snider
Ron Robinson
Tom Desring
Chas Walker
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