End of Term Settlements Highlight Chandler and Allen Cases
January Circuit Court session ends with Allen land-deprivation suit denied, Chandler v Mount settled with deed and balance paid. Malissa Robinson granted divorce. Vincennes streetcar injury suit dismissed. Harvester Co. v Gognot verdict for plaintiff. Varrie case ordered periodic child support. William Banta et al vs Keith partition case assigns sale commissioner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Houghton
Shoals
William Allen
Malissa Robinson
John B. Robinson
Mary Yocumbe
Vincennes Street Railway
International Harvester Co.ve
Jules Gognot
John Varrie Agsinst
William Banta Et al
Joseph Keith
Charles A. Banta
Gale
Hen party honors Miss Pearl Elrod in Flora gathering
Mrs. C. I. Elrod hosted a social at East Walnut street with cards and refreshments. Attendees included Nora and Cora Wileford Edith Summers Carrie Smith Clara Jackson Lydia Palmer and Nora Taylor. The Young Ladies Missionary Society plans a Valentine party next Tuesday at Rev. J. W. Bakers residence. A large crowd of young people is expected. Kaffee event drew strong interest in society circles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. I. Elrod
East Walnut Street
Pearl Elrod
Flora
Nora
Cora Wileford
Leaths Creager
Edith Summers
Carrie Smith
Clara Jackson
Lydia Palmer
Nora Taylor
Young Ladies Missionary Society
J. W. Baker
Birthday Social Honors Mrs Klaped and William Waller
Mrs JA 3B Knapp hosted a Tuesday afternoon gathering at East Main Street with Mesdames David Padgett Will Hi att and Miss Betty Clements as guests. The Eastern Star lodge held a social at Masonic hall Wednesday night for William Waller’s birthday with music dancing and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knapp
East Main Street
David Padgett
Will Hiatt
Betty Clements
Eastern Star Lodge
Masonic Hall
William Waller
Crooke's Saloon Bill Recommended by Morals Committee
The state legislature morals committee favors a bill by Representative Harry H Crooke prohibiting saloons within 200 feet of libraries churches and adhdola. The original 500 foot distance was reduced to 200 feet and only two of five buildings near the Carnegie library would be affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morals Committee
Harry H. Crooke
Adhdola
Carnegie Library
Man Seeks Wife in Divorce Case Through Search Efforts
Francis M. Dorsett files for divorce in Vincennes stating he has not seen his wife since a sensational divorce trial last year. He cannot serve her as officials search for her, hindering progress of the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis M. Dorsett
Vincennes
Dorsett
Bre. Dorsett
Mr. Doreett
Snyder in Vincennes Returns to Face Accused Gamblers
Charles Snyder, once in Vincennes and known for securing 200 affidavits against gamblers saloon keepers and risk takers, has come back to testify in court against the men his arrests affected. He had left Vincennes amid reports saloonkeepers would bar him from testifying.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Snyder
Incennes
Snyder
Vincennes
Damages for Land Compromise in Allen Case
The Allen case concludes after a compromise over land damages. George W. Snider road superintendent was authorized to repair the road. contractor Dat Rutter to begin work on road B in Barr township for 360 dollars in early spring. Liquor licenses granted include Addie Dillard John Bies Walter Gorsage and John Trospar. New concrete floor to be laid at Cabell Kauffman grocery basement. Rev H W Laye reports success with a Spencer Indiana meeting adding nineteen members. meeting may close tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ita
County
Commissioners Court
Alipa
George W. Snider
Dat Rutter
Addie Dillard
John Bies
Walter ‘Gorsage
This City
John Trospar
Plainville
H.W. Laye
Spencer
Indiana
Fragments From The Deteriorating Local Notes
A sick list includes aura Karr and infant Pauly Miles of Rev O P Miles at First Baptist. An eye injury to Pat Coulters from a runaway wagon for Terre Haute Brewing. Walter Hyatt travels to Chicago to visit Mr and Mrs Ralph Byatt. Miss Irette Hagerty returns from Cincinnati after visiting Frankie and Fannie Bonham. The infant of Mr and Mrs A W Doredy died Monday and was buried at Ebenster cemetery. Andrew Pateau returns from Vincennes for his sister’s illness which is improving. Rights of Home State meeting, born to Mrs leading to improvement. Carroll’s husband died recently. Forgér sold cattle.
Knoc County Contract Awarded For 32 Miles Of Roads
Albertson Hart gravel contractors based in this city were awarded the Johnson township Johnson County road contract for 47 439 to build 32 miles of roads. They will move equipment early spring and aim to complete the project within the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albertson & Hart
Daviess County
Johnson Township
Knx County
Man Pleads Guilty in Assault Case in Washington
Andrew Parker was arraigned on assault and battery with intent to kill his father in law George Grow. He pleaded guilty, paid a 20 fine and costs, the intent to kill charge was withdrawn, and the fine was stayed. Parker claimed intoxication and said the incident followed drinks at Grow’s home. He was released after leniency request. He is a former boiler maker at the B and O shops and had recently returned to Washington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrew Parker
George Grow
Alsyor Clark
Grow
Parker
Washington
Clark An Entertainer Lecture Pleases Some Attendees
John R. Clark spoke on To and From in London at Spinks pora house Tuesday night. The crowd heard his wit and oratory though the crown was scarce due to hoarse voice and steam heater noise. The talk mixed instruction with entertainment and featured his vocabulary and musical comments on public affairs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John R. Clark
London
Clark
Boy Bitten Twice by Family Dog at Home
A six year old boy, son of Mr and Mrs William Jeffries, was bitten twice on the wrist by a dog belonging to the family while playing this morning. Police were notified and Chief Gayer shot the dog. Injuries described as not serious.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam Jeffries
Gayer
Revival Attends Large Crowds at First Baptist Meetings
Crowds gather at First Baptist Church for revival services led by Judge McNemer. The church was full Tuesday as McNemer delivered a masterful address and plans for 7:50 services each evening plus Sunday morning, afternoon, and evening sessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Baptist Church
Judge McNemer
Personal notices from Wheatland Vincennes and surrounding towns
Wash Weaver of Wheatland and George W Faucett from Vincennes visit friends. Roy Courtney visits Petersby. Robert Bohasan from ville visits Dr. Spin. J Beitman and Gent Lee return from ville and Indian Bpokis relatives. Gillis couple return to Vincennes. Hollister’s Rocky Mountain tea advertised for health and brightened mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roy Courtney
Petersby
Freinds
Feaa
Robert Bohasan
Aville
T. F. Spin
J. Beitman
Ville
Gent Lee
Helped Dedicate New K of P Hall
The Plainville K of P degree team joined in dedicating the new hall and performing initiatory acts on Tuesday night. Plainville participants included M. A. Gough B. H. Hutchens John Grak Elbert Ellis BE Grove Joseph Dearman Jobo and Hiram Fun cannon Henry Fisher Eli Daugherty and Joseph Duzau.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plainville K
P. Degreate
Sanborn
P. Hall
Plainville
M. A. Gough
B. H. Hutchens
John Grak
Elbert Ellis
BE. Grove
Joseph Dearman Jobo
Hiram Funcannon
Henry Fisher
Eli Daugherty
Joseph Duzau
Oden High Boys Basketball Team Defeats Lyons 18–15
The Oden High School boys basketball team defeated Lyons 18 to 15 on Monday night at Oden. The low scoring contest featured strong defense and timely baskets for the victorious home squad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oden
Lyons
Mortuary notice of Bacon infant death at home
The month old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Chas Bacon died this morning at their home 707 Southwest First Street. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at the residence with burial at Bethany Cemetery. Dr H A Opelt, a prominent Loogootes physician, died Tuesday after illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas. Bacon
Soathwest First Street
Betheny Cemetery
Unclear OCR fragment hints at city route to Petersburg
Fragment mentions weeks with lag and passage through the city on a day route to Petersburg. details are unreadable but indicate travel or transit context involving Petersburg and a city route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Petersburg
Byriahz
May Celebrate Anniversary At K P Lodge Dedication
The K of P lodge plans a dedication and potential celebration for the fifty first anniversary. A formal event may be arranged for February 19.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. of P. Lodge
Irish Pawnbrokers at Spick's Opera House Haight
The Irish Pawnbrokers from Vincennes arrives this afternoon to perform at Spick's Opera House Haight. It is a popular attraction with an excellent company of artists interpreting the piece.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wealey & Mack
Mazie Trust
Vincennes
Charles Snyder Arrested in Vincennes on Perjury Charge
Charles Snyder of this city was arrested this afternoon at Vincennes on two charges of perjury. He allegedly lied in a case against George Hinison in Vincennes. Emison was acquitted. Boyder filed affidavits against 200 Vincennes residents, and the arrest is described as a spiteful act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Snyder
Vincennes
George Hinison
Vintcnnes
Emison
Boyder
Vincegnes
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Chandler
Allen
Crooke
Mr. Dorsett
Dr. Thomas
Main St
Barr Township
Oak Street
Lena Kiefer
Cabell Kauffman Grocery Store
Frank McGehee
Evansville
Lance Wise
William
Bat
Matthew Sullivan
Aura Karr
Pauly
Rev
O. P. Miles
Pat Coulters
Terre Haute’ ‘Brewing ‘Company
Connors
Walter Hyatt
Meridith
Chicago
Ralph Byatt
Irette Hagerty
Cincinnati
Frankie and
Fannie Bonham
A. W. Doredy
Ebenster
Andrew iPateau
Vincenne
Mer
Mrs “With Trumpp, bin
Dixyn Carrall
Dimes
Forgér
Wilepa
Knox County
Wash Weaver
Wheatland
Will Fitzgibbon
Elnora
George W. Faucett
Mrs. Gillis
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Linderman Pharmacy
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Odon Boys
Hh. A. Opelt
Loogootes
Vin
Cennes
Soie de Rocbaix
Holmes
Germany
America
Aia
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