Heat and Storm Bring Relief as Indiana Sees Thunderstorm
The region endured extreme heat with 95 degrees in the shade and no breeze. A storm struck about 8 PM, bringing lightning and heavy rain for just over an hour, dropping temperatures and providing temporary relief before heat returned. Indiana towns including Indianapolis Terre Haute Vincennes Sullivan Kokomo reported storm damage and disrupted life. Farmers say only a slow, steady rain will benefit crops and dust control.
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Sol
Zephyr
Coun
Indianapolis
Terre Haute
Vincennes
Sullivan
Kokomo
Indiana
Reputation of dealer drives jewelry purchases in state
The article asserts shopper trust in dealers underpins the jewelry trade. It credits Jepson with building the largest jewelry business in the region, attributing success to strict policy adherence and customer satisfaction.
Dr Shields Dies in Bloomington After Local Dental Practice
Dr J H Shields died in Bloomington after four years in the local dental business with partner F J Homann. He later moved from this city to Bloomington and was a traveling representative for the Harvard Dental Manufacturing Co of Canton. Illness began two weeks ago in Columbus from bowel inflammation and he gradually declined.
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W. If ‘Axtell
J. H. Shields
Bloomington
Shields
Harvard Dental Manufacturing Company
Canton
Columbus
Obituary Notes Local Doctor Dr Shields
A Greene county native, Dr Shields died at home aged about forty two. He is survived by his wife two children and several brothers and sisters.
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Shields
Greene County
Owen Bell Nuptials Paint Barr Township Wedding
Miss Nora Bell wed Rev. George E. Owen at the Barr township home in a ceremony led by Rev. J. B Slimp. Mrs Omer Robertson and Miss Delpha West provided music as guests dined and enjoyed a local afternoon program. The couple plans a move to Sandborn after four weeks in Indianapolis and Richmond.
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Willis Bell
Barr Township
Nora
George E. Owen
Omer Robertson
Louisville
Delpha West
Washington
Christian Church
Sandborn
Owen
Indianapolis
Richmond
Rhoades Buys Interest in Montgomery Tile and Brick
W. S. Rhoades has purchased his partner J. F. Brown's share in the Montmery Tile and Brick factory and becomes sole owner. He has moved his family from Montgomery to Washington to provide his children access to a high school education.
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W. S. Rhoades
J. F. Brown
Montmery
Montgomery
Widow in trunk discovered after dog’s mournful cries
In Pittsburg on July 30 a neighborly watchdog named Jack led investigators to Mrs. Annie Graham, a 65 year old widow found dead inside her trunk. Coroners deputies ruled the death accidental with neck injury from falling into the chest. The small yellow dog had barked for days before authorities were alerted.
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Pittsburg
Annie Graham
Jack
Robinson Baby Dies in Real Estate Agent Family
Leroy Robinson infant son of Fred Robinson a noted real estate agent died Friday morning.
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Leroy
Fred Robinson
Motorist Held in Danville Child's Fatal Hit and Run
W Farner of Danville Kentucky is held over to the grand jury on manslaughter charges after striking and killing Yetta Kauffman as she crossed the street in Louisville. Witnesses say the auto bore down without warning and traveled 175 feet before stopping after police intervention.
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Louisville
W.farner
Danville
Yetta Kauffman
Thei Grand Jury
Gar-ner
Garner
Engineer Missing in Cincinnati Search Underway
Bolin Creasser a B and O Southwest engineer is missing. He left his home at 2420 West Sixth Street Cincinnati eight weeks ago taking his clothing and his wife has heard no word of him since. The Cincinnati police have been asked to assist in the search.
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Bolin Creasser
Indianapolis adopts metal nudges for drivers licenses
Indianapolis authorities led by Mayor Bookwalter and the board of safety will require the city controller to issue metal nudges to all license seekers for cars and motorcycles. Licensed drivers and riders will receive cards proving compliance with traffic laws.
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Indianapolis
Bookwalter
Board of Safety
Property Improved On East Walnut Street
The Omelvena property on East Walnut Street has been remodeled under WHI Roby contractor. The lot was filled in the house raised four feet a new foundation laid and several improvements added enhancing the residence owned by Mrs. John Majors. It is described as becoming one of the city's most desirable homes.
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Omelvena
East Walnut Street
Whi Roby
John Majors
Carlyle baritone Lloyd Sharp entertains at Theatorium
Lloyd Sharp of Carlyle Ill visiting sister Mrs Henry Marsh sang at the Theatorium last night. He delivered a rich baritone that drew hearty applause from patrons. Manager Layman has secured a strong film for tonight and Saturday night.
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Lloyd Sharp
Carlyle
Ill
Henry Marsh
Theatorium
Mr. Sharp
Layman
Theatorum
Surgeon’s discovery lands two diseased appendixes in Brazil patient
Surgeons at St Anthonys hospital operated on Mrs Lulu Curtis of Brazil for stomach trouble and found two appendixes instead of one, both diseased. They say this is the first known case in medical science of a person with two such organs.
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Lulu Curtis
Brazil
St. Anthonys Hospital
Catching Large Catfish Draws Crowds in Columbus
In Columbus streets catfish weighing five to thirty pounds are common as markets sell home grown fish. Charles Haveron from near Columbus delivered a forty one pound savelhead catfish caught in White river to a dealer. The fish was butchered into steaks due to its size.
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Columbus
Charles Haveron
White River
Aged Justice George F. Walker Dies in Shelby County
George F. Walker aged 76 and the oldest justice of the peace in Shelby County died Thursday morning near Boggstown from apoplexy while attempting to repair an engine in the harvest field. He was first elected justice in 1877 and had long served the county.
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George F. Walker
Shelby ‘County
Boggstown
Walker
Sidde
Valin case in county jail after raid on saloon home
Charles Valin a French saloon operator on Main street faces trial for alleged sale of intoxicants under the blind tiger act. After a Sunday raid by Deputy Smoot Merchant Gibson Patrolman Allison liquor totaling about seventy five gallons was seized and hauled to the city. Valin pleaded not guilty and bail was set at 300 dollars. Prosecutor Hastings expects a conviction.
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Charles Valin
Main Street
Valin
Smoot
Gibson
Allison
Hastings
Hynor
Portersville Road
Weales Creek
Rooze
Russell
Virginia Dare
Colbert
Ir Russell
V4lin
Padgett & Padgett
Market Ad Promotes Produce and Seed Offers at Third Street
The Market at 18 Northeast Third Street advertises special prices on seed and eating potatoes in bulk. It also offers potato and other onion sets and a line of fruits and vegetables, inviting customers to call and view the stock.
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Northeast Third Street
Funeral for Noah Banta Held at Bethany Church
Noah Banta son of Representative Charles Banta dies from injuries in a runaway accident. Funeral services set for 11 o’clock Saturday morning at Bethany church with burial in the church cemetery.
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Noah Banta
Charles Banta
Bethany Church
Prisoner Promises Jail Clean Up After Arrest
James Gibson was jailed by Columbus police on intoxication and wife abuse charges and greeted Sheriff Cox Ike with a hopeful pledge. He noted county charity board concerns about jail cleanliness and promised to improve cell and hallway care when he leaves.
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Columbus
James Gibson
Gibson
Cox Ike
Board of ‘Charites
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Robinson
Daily Brothers
Indie
Audhorr
Thomas Nugent
Daviess County
Rhode Island
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Kreds & Kress
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