Methodist Missionary Society Holds State Convention
Fragmentary report details the Missionary Society of Me EE churches selecting Richmond as next convention site by wide vote. Names on the executive committee include Mary Hunter Indianapolis chair and Hattie Fossett Franklin among others. A letter from C P West, Mannfiston high instructor, describes his June voyage to Europe with notes on seas, ports, and European stops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Society of
Me EE
Richmond
Remig
Thalanspotis
Rotary
Mary. Telster
Crawfordsville
Mire Lary Hunter
Indianapolis
Hattie - Fossett
Franklin
Fire at Sahm Home Destroys Upstairs Rooms and Furniture
Fire at the Sahm residence on Main Street Friday night destroyed the upstairs and furniture, with losses estimated between 4000 and 5000 dollars. Sparks from large sky rockets were believed to start the blaze. A passerby awakened the family, allowing Mr Sahm to rescue his young daughter as fire crews fought a slow spread through the upstairs and roof. The downstairs was carried out of goods and damaged, while walls remained as ruination marks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
Sahm
Sahe
Wedding of Brig Genenex and Miss Taylor at New Albany
The New Albany Ledger notes the wedding of Brig Genenex and Miss Taylor took place Friday night at Mrs. W L Taylor’s home with Rev Andrew Presbyter born officiating. The couple, who have been together for a year, secured a license and are prominent local figures with the bride a New Albany high school graduate. The groom is a businessman from Jeffersonville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Albany
Brigs
Genenex
New
Albany
Jeffersonville
Fide Tg
Tyearn Bbc
Lomiayille
Missing Miss Hartett Smasney In Piké County Scandal
Newspaper fragment reports Miss Hartett Smasney amid a social scandal in Piké County. The piece mentions an alleged husband and a land dispute near Indianapolis, with unclear details and multiple garbled names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartett Smasney
Piké County
Indianapolis
District Attorney McPherson files suit vs B and C Southwest
Friday Attorney McPherson filed a civil action in Cincinnati against the B and C Southwest railroad company for alleged violations of federal safety appliance laws. The statute imposes a penalty of 200 dollars for each violation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McPherson Friday
Elreultepurt
B. & C. Southwestyorn Ailroad Company
Cincinnati
Jamestown Expo Highlights Include American Boyt Dey
At the 48 Jamestown Expo two standout attractions drew crowds. Officials showcased unique regttraction and elaborate exhibits, adding intrigue to the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samerican Boyt Dey
Jamestown
Farmer's Institute Dates Announced in Indiana Counties
W Latta of Purdue announces summer institutes in Daviess and Martin counties with speakers Mrs Romine Mr Crane and Mr Christie. Daviess July 26 starts with A J Kinnaman Miss Miller and Prof J M Black to lead sessions. Black a Kentucky State normal dean and regional music supervisor praised for skill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. €. Latta
Purdue University
Indiana Farmers’nstitutes
Daviess
Martin Counties
Washington
Daviess County
Romine
Crane
Martin County
Tudian Springs
Christie
Teachers’ Institute
A.J. Kinnaman
Miss Miller
J M. Black
Professor Kinnaman
Kentucky ‘State Normal
Indian’ State Normal
Miller
Franklin County
Black
County Board Reviews City Property Assessments
The county board of review is busy assessing city property with expectations of few changes. Notable reductions include Margaret Callahan of Odon from 535 to 400, Kate Maxwell on East Main Street down by 100, and Ed Smith at Fifth and Van Trees streets reduced by 400.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Board of Review
Margaret Callahan
Odon
Kate Maxevell
East Main Street
Ed Smith
Fifth
van Trees
Allen Baby Dies at Seven Months in Home
Mildred Allen, seven months old, daughter of Homer Allen a baggage master at the B&O Southwestern depot, died last Saturday at nine oclock at the parents home on East Van Trees street. The funeral services were conducted at the residence Sunday morning at one oclock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mildred
Homer Allen
B. & O. Southwestern ‘Depot
Op-East van ‘Trees
Wheat harvest hampered by labor union split
Reports nationwide note the wheat crop suffers from a shortage of harvest hands. A farm labor union formed but quickly dissolved as farmers balked at higher wage demands.
Native discontent rising as Bengal revolt gains pace
Dispatches from India report growing native dissatisfaction. Correspondents who have toured Bengal indicate revolt ideas are being preached in many provinces and natives are being trained to fight.
Police Officer Fatally Injured in New York Race Riot
An officer, Edward Conrad, was probably fatally wounded in a race riot in upper New York. Police attempted to prevent further harm as several officers were assaulted and numerous Black residents were severely beaten during the disturbance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward _ Conrad
Upper
New York
Incorporation Papers Sent for Indianapolis Baking Firm
A fragmented notice indicates that incorporation papers have been sent for a baking company in Indianapolis. The garbled text suggests a formal filing action and an unintended typographical scramble. Further readable elements confirm a business formation in Indiana's capital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dianapolig
Merchants Baking Company Organizes for New Plant
The Merchants Baking Company of this city held a Friday night meeting to organize for a new plant. Directors and officers were elected, capital set at 15000 dollars, and the plant is expected to be in operation within thirty days with a capacity of 20000 loaves in twenty hours plus pastries. McBride named general manager. Oliphant as traveling salesman. four salesmen planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merchants Baking Company
Olis
A. C. ‘McBride
Municipal Bond Fireworks Stir Washington Crowds
A satirical take cites John Kendrick Bangs critiquing municipal finance in Washington. It warns that if capitalists refuse city bonds an ordinance could force acceptance and even set the price of a hundred dollar bill high. The piece mocks council optimism about Light plant funding and bank lending limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Kendrick Bangs
Washington
Banga
Common Council
Founell
Doctor Harned
Billy Meredith
11 Laws and Unique Chart Open and Closed Seasons
Sportsmen's handbook shows open and closed seasons for all fish and game, with visuals in black and white. The chart outlines rules by species and jurisdiction, guiding hunting and fishing practices.
Indiana Game Commissioner Sweeney Praised for Protection
The Indiana Game Commissioner Sweeney is praised for enforcing laws protecting game and hunting in the state. He pursues violators vigorously, oversees fines from 5 to 50 dollars, and ensures seasons and bag limits for deer quail and other species while expanding hatchery stocking.
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Sweeney
Indiana
Z. T
A Veteran Newspaper Man Remembers a Catholic Church Founding
A veteran recounts Rev. Father Lalamiere’s drive to establish worship for his people near Kinderhook. He traveled Ohio and Mississippi rivers, fundraised to complete the church, and led a notable procession from Sandy Hook. The canal embankment project employed Irish workers under chief Hugh Stewart with section bosses and dump men directing dirt.
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Father Lalamiere
Kinderhook
Ohio River
Mississippi River
New Orleans
Worthington
Sandy Hook
William T. ‘Sherman
Hugh Stewart
James Gallagher
James Campbell
Emerald Isle
Stephen ‘D. Hefront
John D. Franklin
Gigger
Gection
Martin Fitzpatrick
Saloonmen Sign Agreement to Fund Prosecution Effort
In Jasonville and Vincennes amid a temperance wave saloon keepers plan to fund legal action against violators. Evansville Brewing Association and Terre Haute Brewing urge mayor Bennetts to draft an agreement guaranteeing $50 plus subscriptions to defray prosecutions, with copies shown to saloonkeepers and the city marshal.
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Jasonville
Evansville Brewing
Offeng
Téponville Dispatch
Localized fragment hints at Henry Cassidy and county figures
Fragmentary OCR mentions Henry Cassidy linked to Dubois and Davieess counties and ties to Gidlor Gueatdy. Text is garbled with stray names and possible notes about a sher if f or grain story involving strychnine. No clear event or date emerges from the readable portion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Cassidy
Daviess
Dubois
Gidlor
Gueatdy
Unclear Injury Crisis Mentioned in Fractured Report
The fragmentary text notes a Mr Cassidy related to Colonel Posey of Evanaville surviving a near fatal accident on a Saturday when his horse and carriage or other conveyance failed. His wife was thrown out and injured, while physicians hold cautious hopes for recovery.
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Mr. Cassidy
Frank
Posey
Evanaville
Switchman Killed as Edward Costello Dies in Accident
Edward Costello, a switchman for the railroad, was killed in a job accident near the yards described in early reports. Details of the incident are not fully clear, but authorities are investigating the event and notifying his family.
Fatal Shooting Tale Tied to Bergard Cincinnati Man
A man named Costello, age twenty five, died several hours after being removed to Sethn hospital in patrol 4. He lived at 58 Caribbage Pike Bergard Cincinnati.
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Sethn
Costello
Caribhage Pike
Bergard
Cincinnati
Harum Hay Home Purchased by Austis Shalom
Through the agency of A. J. Bid ainkger, Austis Shalom has purchased a six room house. The deal involves transfer of property and reflects ongoing local real estate activity.
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A. J. Bidainkger
Austis Shalom
Ouse
Sudden Illness Strikes Mrs. George Nold
Mrs. George Nold of the south Meridian and Sycamore area collapsed Tuesday night at 9:30 after visiting Mrs. Brennen. Dr. C P Scudder diagnosed cholera morbus, likely triggered by salmon salad eaten the day before. She remained seriously ill at home for some time.
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George Nold
Eho
Meridiac
Sycamore Streets
Nold
Willam Brennen
C. Pi Scudder
Jayeneen
Na Peet
Attagk Nold, Hag
Mrs James Grant and family in buggy overturn escape injuries
Mrs James Grant and two children Hazel and Burnley were in a buggy that overturned after turning sharply at Sixth and Van Trees while avoiding an oncoming car. All escaped with dirt and scratches. horse ran to a hitching post on Front Street. The family lives northwest of the city on the Apraw road.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Grant
Grant
Front Street
Hazel
Burnley
Apraw Road
Surprise Birthday Party For Mrs. Allie Bales
A Saturday night surprise celebration honored Mrs. Allie Bales on her 38th birthday. Arranged by her two sons Forrest and Claude, the gathering included numerous local friends and relatives with out of town guests Mrs D H Taylor of Indianapolis and Mrs Maggie Schuler of Evansville. Refreshments of ice cream and cake were served and many useful presents were given to Mrs. Bales.
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Allie Bales
Maggie Schuler
Evansville
Munte
Delightful surprise party honors councilman James Colbert
Sunday in Second ward honored councilman James Colbert on his thirty sixth birthday. Home crowded after church with friends and relatives. Mrs. John Colbert arranged fine dinner and presented gifts. Attendees included Thomas Winterbottom, Frank Cochrane and families, Hugh Lett and family, A B Ragsdale and families, Charles Colbert and family, Miss Mary Martin, Miss Lottie Dunbar, Miss Sarah Coleman and John Johnson from Louisville Kentucky.
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Siven Jamnes Colbert
Mir
Frank Cochrane
Famif
Hugh
Lett
A.B. Ragsdale
Charles Colbert
Mary . Martin
Linton
Lottie Dunbar
Sarah Coleman
John Johnson
Lontsville
Royal Home of Saint Louis Zinkatm
A fragmented notice from Sarthe EB mentions Pauline and the Saint Louis area, referencing a person connected to a local home. The readable fragments indicate an obituary or memorial style item, with limited names and places. Further details are unreadable in the fragment.
Mayor's Extortion Conviction Shocks San Francisco Court
The mayor Eugene Lehmirs of San Francisco was sentenced to five years in the penitentiary for extortion after a dramatic courtroom scene. The mayor protested the judge's language and criticized it as a feature for newspaper readers. The report also mentions Rev C P Miles and Mrs Pitow in a related church incident involving a nearby area.
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Eugene Lehmirs
San Francisco
First Baptist
C. P. Miles
Baptist Church
Zue
Pitow
Wonas
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Europe
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American Express Co
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Paris
France
Farmer's Institute
Board OF Review Doings
Allen Baby Dead
C.M. Vance
Vanes
E i. Hatfield
Glen Dilnhart
J. ¢. McBride
Minager
Hatfield
M.M. Mitchell
J.C. McBrige
M. E.oliphant
Thomas Nugent
Ted. Spink
C. M. Vance
Sportsmen
Ayall
Brant
Fi ‘Ig
Cheek
Cone
Pear
Calaboose
Bour
F. Horrall
Jackson
Pry
Coleman- Scudder
Horrah
Johnson
Wallace
Stevenson
Thomas
Ells
Allen
Chapman
Goodwin
Graham
Lashley
Jessy
Jagonville
Iam
Vincennes
Switchman
Edward Costello
Borkgs
Harum Hay Home
James
Grant and. Griloren
Anak
Colbert
Sarthe
Royal
Erie
Pauline
Louis Zinkatm
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