Train Strikes Rock Halting Car and River Collapse
A Mitche line passenger train struck a rock that had rolled onto the track, pushing it about twenty feet and avoiding derailment. The engine blocked the rock and saved lives while a freight train failed near a bridge causing a partial river collapse, with bystanders and travelers narrowly escaping danger. The incident sparked a highly regarded, narrowly escaped accident with reports of a dangerous scene and a strong sense of relief among witnesses. Lillian Armstorng Horritt accompanied by her husband was en route and experienced the near disaster as trains and a bridge gave way under pressure.
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Washington
Mitcheine
Myer
Lillian Armstorng
Treasurer-elect Trudlove Taken to Louisville
Trudlove of Alfordsville was taken to Louisville Kentucky for care after an illness. He has been confined at his home for several weeks and an operation was planned several weeks ago. He is expected to recover and may be out in a few days.
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Illedy. Trudlove
Alfordsville
Louisville
Rom Rowland
Trudlove
George Fe
Giebree ” Street
Governor Salary Bill Moves to First Session Call
Bi Representative Kirkpatrick plans a bill to raise the governor’s salary to 10,090. The measure aims to place the governor's pay above other state officials, with supporters arguing the office warrants higher compensation. Senator Lyons introduces related preservation bill early today amid proposed reforms.
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Kirkpatrick
Haromery
Ketandar desert note on small cities under population rule
Fragmentary report mentions Ketandar desert and cities with population under 90 and a provision implying 5800 a year. Details are unclear and names may be garbled.
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Ketandar
Strange animal hunt confuses villagers and dogs
A fragmented report describes a strange animal momentarily eluding a hunting party with dogs. The group pursued the creature for hours before it disappeared near a home after nightfall, leaving residents perplexed by its elusiveness.
Mortuary notice and deaths in local area
Obituary fragment notes Alva Mortuary died Tuesday evening aged about 70. Alfred Hallcounty farmer Wheatland and Mrs Williams, a widow, mentioned. Thomas Wade machinist, died unexpectedly at home. Vague references to church, family, and local signatories.
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Alva
Khoow
Punerag
Alfred Halcounty
Farni Wheatland
Unclear Circuit Court Dismissal Notes Minor Case
Fragmentary OCR shows a circuit court docket with partial names and terms. Mentions a judge, plaintiffs, a judge’s disposed events, a dismissal, and references to charges or pleas. No clear full names, dates, or outcomes are readable.
Brewers Battle Over Liquor Bill as Assembly Debates
A heavy session in the Assembly centers on a new temperance measure targeting liquor sales. Debates mix with talks of railroad consolidation and judges salaries, while petitions against the brewer bill flood in. Governor Gurlin signals partial action as lawmakers push for rapid progress on multiple bills.
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Gray
Fayville
Thonson
Jackie
Ibjegn
Senate
Haris
Evansville
Brewers
Govenor Gurlin
Anti Trust Bill Sparks Corporate Opposition in Indianapolis
Indianapolis, Feb 5. A sweeping anti trust bill backed by Attorney General Miller faces stiff corporate resistance. The measure grants the Supreme Court original jurisdiction and broad powers, with oath of the attorney general used as prima facie evidence and burden on the defense. verdicts could revoke a charter. Critics warn the bill could be weakened or defeated amid lobbying from major corporations and legal officials.
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Indianapolis
Miller
Awhich
Supreme Court
Generel
Corporation
Ming
Iméans
Legislative notes on school supplies bill and railroad measures
A state bill would require the State board to oversee school supply contracts to obtain lower prices, with requisitions sent to the board for contracted rates. Senator Fortune seeks a two member railroad commission to oversee railroads and investigate wrecks, while Senator Dausman proposes restricting tracks crossing state institutions. Representative Hugungs’ bill stalled with action indefinitely postponed. The Washington Post Office weekly notices list local names and add one cent ad pill charge.
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Tyntax Poyats
Stapsbuey
Forsa State Board
Te Gopsist
Liblie
Med County
Friends of the
Fortune
Tov
Dausman
Hemnen Hill Nowek
Hugungs
New suits force changes in postal service titles
Andrew Flummerfelt sues Sara Richardson over a title dispute. Ogden and Toman, attorneys for the plaintiff, file the action. The note hints at careers and class shifts within the postal system and mentions an involuntary bankrupt reluctant to yield to the inevitable.
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Andrew Flummerfelt
Sara Richardson
Ogden
Toman
Death of Thos Hiam Leads to Jail Inquest and Funeral
Thos Hiam, a 45 year old well regarded farm hand, died after a night at the residence of relatives. He was found in the morning and taken to the jail before dying at the hospital. Brothers and sisters and a wide circle mourn his loss as physicians reported his illness, while the community prepares for his funeral at Grove cemetery. A marriage notice follows, reporting the union of Miss Evie Wallser and Mr George Noida, performed by Rev Torbeck at his home. The couple’s families and neighbors celebrate the nuptials with plans for a reception.
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Cite
Fim
Ain
Fort Fen
Charlie
George Medgpedeen Perrine
Pemcomee
Mire
Ewe
Wat
George Noida
Osrie Wallser
Neis Torbeck
Gus
Mies
Mtr
Otter
Mien Street
Hame
Coal drilling planned near Montgomery by Daviss Jounty Coal Company
The Daviss Jounty Coal Company of Montgomery plans to drill for coal near Mootiscipple in Barr township. If a good vein is found a mine will be opened and a building will be constructed by the B. and O. railroad.
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Daviss Jounty Coal Company
Montgomery
Compromise reforms, salary bills pass in state legislature
Friday session featured reorganization plans and a compromise reform bill signed by the governor. Reports show bills to raise salaries for supreme and appellate judges, extend city officer terms to four years, and regulate engraving for counties amid debate on war, miners, and state staffing. The Senate advanced base salary increases and memorials, while discussions on clerk elections and county judge salaries continued.
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Sal Ry
Supreme and Appellate
Sayre de
Counti
Rogers Clark
Ballwa
Eve Ceeds
Ion
Tip
George Rogers Cisre
le Boi
Murder trial in progress and related arrests noted
A murder case involving a suspect linked to the Jesus crucifixion narrative is unfolding in the circuit court. Reports reference a trial and ongoing proceedings as authorities prepare a grand jury indictment against two individuals captured in Detson Ohio for aiding an Adams Express Company robbery in Logansport on August 20.
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Tield
Anawes
Hoatenspoar
Ind
Rebst
Isi Chaike
Ana Jain
Detson
Ohio
Léen
Jack
Logansport
Adams Express Company
Argenty
Striking Workers At Erie Camp Threaten After Clash
Several hundred shots fired in a confrontation between omegr ait quasty strikers and Erie company guards near the camp. TwoTakapis were wounded as deputies and a large posse protected workers, amid tensions over pay basis shift. Spotted Horse Dead in Billings, Crow leader dies, eyeing past council ties and land grants.
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Erie
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