Odd Fellows Memorial Exercises At Seven Stars
Fraternal orders hold annual memorial at Seven Stars lodge on Second Street. May 5 program includes solo by Jennies McCafferty, orchestra led by William Kiefer, addresses by Alvin Padgett and Philander McHenry, with a minister delivering the general eulogy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of Eagles
Stewart
Benjamin Clawson
James
Jennies McCafferty
William Kiefer
Alvin Padgett
Philander
McHenry
Aerle
Postmaster General Approves Rural Carriers Salary Adjustment
The Postmaster General has approved the detailed salary adjustments for rural free delivery carriers. The plan reallocates a $6,000,000 appropriation by Congress, with total rural carrier expenditures projected near $35,600,600 for the next fiscal year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Generali Meyer
Girl Found Safe After Hysterical Episode In Martin County
A young girl on Main street in early evening suffered a hysteria attack, became delirious and was missing until officers found her near the state road east of the city around midnight. She was brought back to town and soon regained normal condition, later returning home in Martin County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Carnahan
Main Street
Martin County
Tee
New Catholic Church at St Meinrad Opens for Service
The new Catholic church at St Meinrad opens for service after eight years of construction. It features electric lights and other features installed in Germany, with dedication expected soon.
Frat Circus Advance Agent Hints at Big Show Here
Fragmentary notes show an advance agent for the Van Amberg show arranging appearances as a large circus production to be staged here, with plans indicating a significant upcoming event and possible local engagement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Amberg
Embezzlement case and trial outlook in Van derburg
The state faces ex county treasurer Tee Walker in a circuit court appeal over a $6 000 embezzlement claim tied to Van derburg county. Both defense and prosecution expect new developments at the June term as juror selection and venue questions loom amid public sentiment and local interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tee Walker
Vanderburg
Eldes
Unclear historic case on intoxication charges and fines
A partially legible Early Journal entry notes a defendant in Jackson facing intoxication related charges. It records a guilty plea, fines around twenty dollars, and related legal actions including license and remonstrance issues. The fragment references Medora, county retall, and attempts to defy prosecution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jabies
Jackson
Gover Cense
Allense
Fenton
Gas drilling plans reported in county briefing
An unstable, partial account notes officials and representatives discussing gas in the soil and potential drilling in the county. Details are sparse but indicate activity aimed at exploring gas resources in the area this morning.
Spensler sues Thomas and Cherry for wrongful dismissal
Avir J W Spensler sues for damages claiming removal from employment by TM is retail clerk with no reasonable cause. He seeks $600 in damages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W
Spensler
Hag Ih
Thomas
R. and
Claude : Cherry
Elnora On
Louisville Public Safety Board Names New Members
Mayor Pan Barth announces John D. Wakefield and Dr M K Allen joining Louisville public safety leadership as new board members. Wakefield serves on the safety board. Allen is the health officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John D. Wakefield
Thimerly Idf Washington
Board of Public Safety of
Louisville
Idr
M.’K. Allen
Barth
Ohio student recounts near fatal snake attack in campus hunt
James Brunot a civil engineering student at Ohio Northern University described a late escape from death after being trapped by two large black snakes during a surveying trip. His companions aided by killing the snakes, which measured over six feet with eighteen inch belts, and Brunot testified to the incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Brunot
The
Ohio
Northern University
L Ater
Brnot
Ministerial Examination at Petersburg Baptist Church
The Rev. A. J. Willa was received into membership as ministers in the Missionary Baptist denomination after examination. Rev. A. C. Smith chaired, Rev. Amlet Allen acted as clerk, and Rev. A. M. McGuire joined the examination. The council affirmed the outcome and J. R. Rhodes delivered the sermon at evening service. Rev. A. B. Clem gave the charge with prayer by Rev. N. C. Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Willa
Petersburg Baptist Church
Mttsonars Baptist
A. C. Smith
Bicknell
Amlet Allen
Washington
A. M. McGuire
J. R. Rhodes
A. B. Clem
Edwardsport
N. C. Smith
Mr and Mrs Myers plan summer in Indiana and Midwest
Mr and Mrs B H Myers left Friday for French Lick where Mr Myers will teach in the normal school during the summer. Myers will spend the latter part of the summer visiting friends and relatives in Oklahoma and Iowa. They will return to Bicknell about mid August.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bicknell
B. H. Myers
French Lick
Boilermaker Loses Eye in Danville Steel Accident
W. J. Young, former Washington resident and boilermaker, was struck by a piece of steel in an accident at Danville, Ohio, and lost eight of his left eye.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Young
Washington
Danville
Dismissal of Timberland Patents Case Against W A Clark
The government suit against former senator William A Clark over timberland patents was dismissed Monday in Butte Montana. The action, tied to Clark’s business dealings, ends the prosecution without proceeding to trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Clark
Butte, Mont
Baltimore man plans carnival company appearance in May
George Loos of Baltimore arranges for the Lachman Carnival Company to perform in the city from May 13 to May 18.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Loos
Baltimores
Lachman
Carnival Company
John Mitchell Undergoes Surgical Operation
John Mitchell, president of the bed Mine Workers, underwent an operation on Monday in a Spring Valley hospital. The report notes the procedure was successful and that he remains in hospital for recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John’Mitchell
Spring Valley
Electric Shock Marks Italian Worker In Camp Accident
Joseph Schilletto an Italian resident of a work camp near Lawrenc was struck by a live line while a fellow worker attempted to steal clothing from a stove and telegraph pole. The electric bolt burned his chest imprint his breast and left him unconscious for a time. Dr. John Wi and Dr. Gage attended. the imprint was described as indelible and Schilletto expected to recover to return to work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Schilletto
B. &.C. Southwestern Alloy Company
Lawrenc
Cook Nou
John Wiee
Gage
Strawberry Patch Forecast Near New Albany
iFrast growers in Floyd county report a careful inspection of their strawberry patch. If no more freezing weather occurs, there will be an abundance of berries. Bill notes quality will be exceptionally fine after a warm spell that thinned blossoms. They also expect some peaches of finer quality, but pears, cherries and plums may be destroyed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Albany
Floyd County
Taft Addresses Business Club on Panama Canal Timeline
Secretary Taft spoke to the Business Men's Club of the Panama Canal on Monday night. He expressed confidence the canal would be completed within eight years and added he would not be surprised if it could be finished sooner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Taft
Business Men's Club
Payama Canal
Evansville Recruiter Enlists Local Soldier in Vincedennes
Captain William L Reed recruiting officer for the Evansville district visited the Vincennes office Monday and enlisted Robert E L Gibson of Alfordsville for the infantry. Gibson will leave for Jefferson Barracks Missouri in a few days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vinedénes
William L. ‘Reed
Evansville
Vincennes
Robert EL. Gibson
Alfordsville
Gibson
Jeffaraoh Barracks
Hastings Leads Parade at 88th Anniversary Lodge Celebration
Hastings deputy grand B E Hastings attended the Sunday event delivering the welcome for the lodge of the district. The ceremony celebrated the 88th anniversary of the order's organization, held at the lodges’ location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hastings
C.F
Tle
Order
Marriage certificate pins date of ceremony to 18th
The document shows Mira L. Allen and Herbert T. Wagner were married on the 18th of the month, despite references to a Wednesday the 24th. The report notes the wedding certificate confirms the earlier date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mira L. Allen
Herbert T. Wagner
San Francisco Dispatches on Immunity and Prosecution
Dispatches from San Francisco report that F. Sehmitz may be granted immunity by prosecutors. The situation centers on whether this immunity affects his legal exposure and the office's course of action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
San Francisco
Oe Record-Herald
F.sehmits
See
Nstrény Csste Teaches About A $60,000 Loss
An obscure OCR fragment hints at a case involving a $60,000 loss. Text is garbled and names or clear facts are not readable. Further readable details are not available in this snippet.
Honey Hag and Benieds Likely Reassigned in Terre
The article notes Honey Hag and Benieds Likely to leave their current posts in Terre and move to new duties at the American Car and Foundry plant. Mayor Russell has named T. J. Smith to succeed Thebddore Keller, with both men described as efficient officials amid party changes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ata- Hon
Smith
Terre iHute
Iherican Car & Foundry
by¢Mayor Ruskell
Thebddore
Keller
Unusual blaze injures Evans at Oak Street home
Eyans, of West Oak Street, was injured when a lamp exploded in a house fire late Monday. He suffered severe arm, back, and head burns and ran into the street where he clawed his way back to safety as neighbors extinguished flames. His son aided in treatment and a physician attended the burns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joshua’ Eyans
Iwest
Oak Street
Ltd
Evans
Brans
Mary
Cabe
Kantzman
Braxton Dead at Paoli in Eighty Year of Life
Thomas Braxton of Paoli died Thursday at age about eighty. Funeral service set for 2 p.m. today. Survived by widow, four sisters, and seven children including Robert, Frank, Samuel, Ed, Cora Braxton of Paoli, Emma Brown of Denver, Col., and Dr. Thomas Braxton of Loogootee. Braxton was longtime merchant and farmer with a noted fortune, active in politics and Civil War era Knights of the Golden Circle. He lived in Paoli most of his life and was involved with local leaders in the antiunion movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas
Ni Braxton
Paoli
Braxton
Samuel W. Vance
New ‘Albany
Robert
Frank
Samuel
Cora Braxton
Pais
Emma Brown
Denver
Col
Thomas Braxton
Loogootee
R. Braxton
Congress
Sec
Knights of the Golden Cirste
Fts
Orange County
Snowstorm Impacts Iowa with Heavy Monday Snowfall
Snow and sleet blankets southern Iowa causing travel disruption and minor flooding concerns. Officials report icy roads and accumulating snow across multiple counties while weather systems move east, prompting continued caution and possible delays.
Fragmentary notice hints at contest near Antidicense era
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a contest and legal or civic action related to an antidicense matter. Readable bits point to a dispute or filing, with no clear names, dates, or places available. Further text needed for full summary.
Local Real Estate Moves Reported in Washington
I Williams owner of LE plans to move and open a bakery in a building connected to a new venture. Tak Bussard has sold property on George and Meridian streets to Easton Realty for 1300 dollars. J M Vance confirms fall relocation and a high school instructor will move from a George Street home to join the deal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
I. Williams
Williams
Han
J.M. Vance
George
Méridian
Easton Rbaly Company
Vance W Tistle
W. H. Mahan
Debt totals reveal Indiana counties in 1906 face heavy obligations
The report shows Marion county as the largest net debtor in 1906 at 2 098 5 0 0 64, Vanderburg second with 613 466 06, and counties carrying bonds totaling 8 427 695 48. County orders reach 833 598 41 with Floyd largest at 175 526 44 and Vanderburgh second at 98 154 81. forty three counties had no orders.
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Ste:jer
Marion County
Vanderburg
Marion Cou’ Ite
Ett
Bartholomew, Clay
Clinton
Daviess
Deskalb
Dubois
Frank Iip
Gibson, Henry
Howard
Lagrange
Lake, Madison
Marshall
Montgomery, Noble
Parke, Posey
Scott, Steuben
Sullivan
Tipton
Wabash
Floyd
Street Fight Sparks Grand Jury Action in Montgomery
In Montgomery on a Wednesday a street brawl erupted between Joseph Ryan and a Sinkard lad who fought with Teo and others. William Kelty intervened, striking Ryan with a club and injuring him. Ryan reportedly defended himself against multiple attackers before bystanders separated the fracas.
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Montgomery
Grand Jury
Gause
Joseph’ Ryan
Teo
Willam
Kelty
Kelly
Ryan
Sheriff Returns from Chicago In Habeas Corpus Case
Sheriff Fitzgerald returned from Chicago after failing to seize Charles S. White, accused of check forgery. The habeas corpus proceeding ended with White discharged, holding he could not be held as a fugitive from justice in traditional Florida territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitzgerald Hag
Chicago
Charles S. White
Benefits by will involving Dr Spink and Dr Fletcher
Dr Mary A Spink and Dr William B Fletcher of Indianapolis are noted in a will dispute over a Florida cottage. The Florida property, where the decedent died recently, left half interest to Spink with the other half owned by the deceased. Spink, formerly of Washington, has relatives in the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary A. Spink
William B. Fletcher
Indianapolis
Florida
Ste
Spink
Washington
Eleven Sudden Deaths Reported in 1906 County Counts
Eleven sudden deaths were reported to Mary Stubbs state statistician for 1906 from "Daviess" county. The year shows a rise in personal crisis reports across the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Stubbs
Daviess County
Small Pox Scare Forces Danville College Students Home
Many students at Central Normal College in Danville returned home due to a small pox scare in the area. The outbreak prompted concerns among families and local authorities as administrators advised precautions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central Normal College
Danville
New Addition Platted as Fairview for Elnora Town
Court records show a new addition named Fairview to the town of Elnora with thirty two lots described in the plat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairview
Elnora
Danner Plans One Story Brick Building in Elnora
J. F. Danner prepares to erect a single story brick building on his lot on Odon Street in Elnora for business use. Construction details are noted as a forthcoming project in the local plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. F. Danner
Odon Street
Elnora
Volcanic Alarm Flares Near Messina and Stromboli
Great apprehension grips Patras as activity at Stromboli Volcano raises fears of eruption. Reports indicate heightened seismic signs and potential danger to nearby towns, with authorities monitoring lava flow and ash dispersion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patra
Messina
Stromboil
Enumerators Complete City School Census Count
Enumerators finish enumeration of Washington city schools by May 1. Total children 1,613, up from 9,605 last year? contains a breakdown by grade and race with white and negro pupils, totaling 1,282 boys and 311 girls white and negro combined, across five groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Alee
Mnegro
Illinois Farm Sells Near Vincennes for 21200
O W Deckard, real estate agent, closed a land sale six miles southwest of Vincennes known as the Hose farm comprising 262 acres. Buyer is T J Laymon of Lafayette. Total price 21200 averaging 380 per acre. In April Deckard sold real estate totaling 28000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. W. Deckard
Les Inllinois
Vincennes
T. J. Laymon
Lafayette
Flag Rule Demands Flags Over All Schools
A law passed by the recent legislature requires trustees to furnish a flag for every schoolhouse in the state of Indians and to regulate its display. The rule is strict in its terms and imposes duties on school trustees to ensure the flag flies at each school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Legigiatee
Jack Baker of the Fire Department Appears in Fragments
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Jack Baker of the fire department with unclear wording about his right foot. The readable text provides no clear event, date, or context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack. Baker
The
Fire Department
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