FLEECED ON PATENT RIGHT
Henry Rudolph, proprietor of a Montgomery harness shop, says he was swindled out of 40 by George A Zimmerman of Oakland City. Rudolph sought Zimmerman after buying a patent and pole rights for a cyble and mower section knife grinder, with Zimmerman claiming ties to Michigan and Illinois. Rudolph and Marshal Geyer searched Os Island City and Oakland but could not locate Zimmerman. the manhunt continues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry A. Rudolph
Montgomery
George A. Zimmerman
Oakland City
Zimmerman
Mr. Rudolph
Daviess County
Michigan
Rudolph I
Washington
Marshal Geyer
Oakland
Knights of Columbus to Initiate Large Class
The Knights of Columbus plan a large class early in the spring with Longootee and Vincennes residents among those to be initiated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Columbus
Longootee
Vincennes
Boys Arrested for Chicken Theft in Sunday Incident
James Meltod and Will Limbach were arrested Sunday morning by officers Bowling and Holland for stealing seven chickens from James Redman’s chicken house Friday night. The youths reportedly sold several of the fowls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Meltod
Will Limbach
Officarg Bowling
Holland
James Redman
Trial updates and social notices from Main Street
John Baycraft’s trial rescheduled to Thursday at ten, while Baycraft remains seriously ill at his West Main Street residence. Oscar Mills, intoxicated, caused a disturbance at Mrs. Silverman’s near the depot and was arrested by Sergeant Will Walker. Mills faced intoxication charges before Mayor Clark. Society circles note Mr and Mrs John Nugetti hosting Happy Thought on Sycamore Street and Mr Bhiea’s 24th birthday with guests and games.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Baycraft
Tan E
Baycraft
Alok i
West Main Street
Oscar Mills
Silverman
the & I
Will Walker
Mills
Clark
John Nugetti
Chile
Sycamord Street
Peter Shied
West End
Mr. Bhiea
Conflict Flare Reignites as Troops Fire on Crowds
In Nevaky Prospect the clash between military forces and civilians renewed today with government troops firing into crowds as the conflict resumes. Local authorities reported ongoing instability and urged calm amid the unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nevaky
O Neall to Address Stock Breeders at Courthouse
Miles G. O Neal will address the Davies county Stock Breeders association at the Courthouse Saturday afternoon February 4. The association has been organized with officers led by President Theodore Jones and Secretary Thomas Singleton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O’neall
Miles G. O'Neal
Davies County Stock Breeders Association
Theodore Jones
A. G. Bixler
L. We, Barber
Thomas Singleton
David Kribs
Mrs Burke Dies After Three Day Illness
Mrs Burke aged seventy five, pioneer Washington resident and widow of N E Burke, dies at 10 30 last night after a brief illness. Mother of M F Burke of Peoples National Bank, she attended St Simon's church Friday and died at her son's home. funeral plans pending at St Simon's Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hontra Burke
The
Peoples National Bank
Peps
St. Simon's Church
Olan
Burke
Washington
Nee An ~ Burke
Clerks Press Demand Reopen With 7 P M Close
A stalled labor dispute shows clerks urging reopening of stores with the old staff and a 7 P M closing hour. A proposal to submit the matter to an arbitration committee for immediate decision was rejected by the deputy, fueling growing malaise in daily business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Depu
Marriage Tonight in Veale Township
Clarence Hull and Cora Batthewson will be married this evening by Reverend C A Yondapa in Veale Township. The couple resides on Van Trees Street and will make their home in the nearby area after the ceremony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence Hull
Mids Cora Batthewson
C.A Yondapa
Charles Hhon Weat
van Trees Street
Cincinnati License Procured Here But Plans Changed
Edward K Hertford and Irma Cecelia Hayes wed Sunday evening at seven by Father Hickey in Cincinnati. They had planned a Washington ceremony but feared friends’ jokes and rice showers, so they married in Cincinnati after arriving by train. The groom manages the Home Telephone Co and the bride is the youngest daughter of John Hayes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward K. Hertford
Mize Irma Cecelia Hayes
Fr. Hickey
Cincinnati
Washington
W. Train
Queen City
John Hayes
Washington City
Tuey
Fr. Doyle
Home Telephone Company
Campbell Avenue
Wephin
The
Call 7
Music Ab
Among the Sick in Town Report
Mrs Simpson Boyd appears on the sick list while I L Cobo of the week odd is seriously sick with pneumonia fever City Treasurer Underdown recovers slowly and will be unable to attend to work for some time per local notice
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Simpson Boyd
I. L. Cobo
The
Underdown
Plainville Woman Dead Passes Away in Plainville
Mrs. Mary Martin wife of Henry Midelin died at her Plainville home after two weeks illness from asthma and pneumonia fever. She was over sixty a long time resident of the town. Survived by two sons Benjamin and William Martin and two daughters Mrs. George Davidson of Bicknell and Mrs. William Fuller of Orleans. Funeral Tuesday at 2 PM burial in Plainville cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Martin
Henry Midelin
Plainville
U. B
Benjamin
William Artin
George Davidson
Bicknell
William Filler
Orleans
Clerks strike threatens six oclock closing, city reads
Clerks continue six oclock strike with no clear prospect of reopening shops. McCormack and Jones of Chicago work with merchants and authorities to settle, as the commission considers action. Heirs paralysis noted, and efforts focus on a peaceful settlement before Saturday commerce resuming.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCormack
E B.jonei
Chicago
Vict
Michigan Judge Visits Washington for Revival Meetings
Judge J F McNeema of Michigan plans a two week visit to Washington for revival sessions at a Baptist church. He will speak starting Sunday night and begins February due to other commitments. Former Michigan Circuit judge turned evangelist after conversion, Rev C A Ward leads the Second M E Church service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.F. McNeema
Michigan
Wasington
The
Baptist Church
Swill
Mr. Meeems
Betomes
Secend
M. E. Churetr
C.A. Ward
W C T U. Yorker Delivers Temperance Addresses
Rev. Ruth Alice Palmer gave three temperance talks at the United Baptist and Christian churches on Sunday, presenting strong addresses for the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Alice Palmer
National
T. U. Worker
U. By
Christian Churches
Charity Lodge meets for Third Degree work
Charity Lodge I O. F. will meet Wednesday Jan. 25 at 1:30 p.m. for work in the Third Degree. Henry Arkman, Secretary. Also notices for sale of cottage near East Fifth Street and various local remedies and tonics advertised in the local gazette.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charity Lodge
F. Ea. M
Yennx
Enat Fifth Street
Henry Schuck
John H. Spetncer
Water Well Near Factory Yields Water Not Oil
The Washington Ice Company found a 500 foot deep water well under the factory west end. Drillers found small quantities of oil and gas but not enough to value. The well will not be drilled deeper as sufficient water flow has been established.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Ice Company
Local Happenings and Social Notices Highlight Week
Elsie Johansson starts as janitor at Meredith Hotel while Miss Margaret Meehan moves from East End to Oak Street. Miss Emya Carnahan plans a box social at Crabb School House. Supt W F Axtell returns from Bloomington after Foundation Day at State University. Marriage bans for John Milles of St Simon Church and Mary Dosach of St Mary’s Church published for the first time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Meehan Ip
East End
Oak Street
Emya Carnahan
W. F. Axtell
Bloomington
the State University
John Milles
St. Simon
St. Mary's Church
Woman shoots eagle with revolver in Martin County
Mrs. Mary Inman of Martin County heard a commotion and went outside to see a large eagle shot with a revolver. The incident appears to involve a local disturbance and a firearm used against wildlife, with no further details available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Inman
Martin County
Closed West End Saloons Targeted by Constable
Constable Enoch Check visited West End saloons enforcing Sunday closing law. Businessmen faced threats of arrest for violations as closures were enforced on Sundays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Snd
Enoch Check
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Henry Rudolph
George A. Zimmrman
Guil
Tinois
Rudolph
Zim
Merman
Osisland City
Knights Columbus
P. Cavanaugh
Finth Street
Mr. Red Jan
Police
Nevsky Prospect
St. Peterspuge
Dr. Wood
Whetsell
the Reliable Shoe Store
Main St
Resi
St. Simons Church
Veale Township
Wama
Mr. Hull
E. K. Hertford
Sagle
Tance
Herj
Care
Cora Mathewson
Irma Hayes
Little Town
McNeema
W.C.T. U. Yorker
Gazette Office
Monarch
Burdock Blood Bitters
Julia Ilbridge Est Cornwell
Conn
Hollister
Rocky Mountain
Lindenan
Ice Company
Elsie Johoson
Meredith Hotel
Eagle
Factones
Gereal Cookers
Hunter's
Nature
New York State
Larrow
Lammon
Vermont
Sapio
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