Reunions of Civil War veterans praised at Richmond
The Elk Heart Review notes the fiftieth anniversary of the first call to arms, praising Richmond Indiana as a meeting place for veterans and recalling the young ages of many soldiers. It cites enrollment figures, ages, and deaths, arguing for substantial pensions in recognition of their service.
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Richmond
Siprie
Elkhart
State Department
Indiana Department
Wayne
Indiana
Morton
Sue
Interurban Subsidy Vote Divides Knox County
Knox county results show Vincennes township approving the Interurban subsidy by a small margin while Steen and Palmyera townships oppose it. Farmers likely to benefit oppose, wage workers favor, and promoters struggle as officials assess the political mood amid lingering tax sale concerns.
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Knox County
Vincennes
Vincnenes
Steen
Palmyera
Inconsistency in late administration orders on sidewalks
Fragmentary report notes conflicts over sidewalk construction during the transition from a former Republican administration to the current one. Orders for concrete sidewalks were issued in various parts of the city, while the present administration faced scrutiny over unified policy and timing.
Washington Faces Sidewalk Improvement Debate
Anell Row notes a forthcoming special meeting to subject deficient sidewalks to repair under the Barrett law. Some citizens petition to allow concrete sidewalks per an older ordinance, but the council vote was not unanimous. The piece questions consistency and equal treatment of Washington residents.
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Anell
Perth
Washington
Gowdy as Indiana GOP Leader Urged to Unite Factions
A historical Indiana politics note praises Jack Gowdy for uniting factional Republicans under a single statewide leader. It recounts Gowdy’s 1920s mobilization, the victory dynamics in several states, and calls for a trusted, obscure regional figure to become state chair to secure a Republican governor and restore party harmony.
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Republican Party
Indiana
Sien
Eterna
Lake Michigan
Ohio River
Rushville
Mes
Jack" Gowdy
Ohio
Ilinois
Kansas
Nebraska
Pennsylvania
Gowdy
Daviess County
Mattingly
Greeinet
Daviesa
Br. Gowdy
Maderstany
Bidding Passes Quietly for New First Christian Church
Outshierg did not secure a bid for the construction of the new First Christian church. The proceedings concluded without their participation and no objections were raised.
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Outshierg
Petition Power and Tax Fight Spark Indiana Debate
A historical discussion questions petition use to free the guilty and to launch public taxes. It notes that a petition by twenty-five freeholders could inaugurate a $300,900 tax and references a proposed Indiana constitution granting the legislature power over initiative recall and referendum.
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Vincennes Township
Indiana
Subsidy Debate Echoes in Vincennes Sun Writ
The Vincennes Sun quotes sharp exchanges on tax and subsidies, contrasting a $300,909 debt with smaller peti tions and urging protection for veterans. The column mocks political motives and warns citizens about reelection rhetoric and reform.
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Vincennes Sun
Moffett Takes Over Lawton Record With Easter Flare
Jesse S. Moffett purchases the Lawton Record and starts his management era with an Easter bonnet appearance. The new editor promises readers the best from the press and hints at a favorable reception to his first issue.
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Jesse S
Moffett
Lawton Record
Breer
Gong
Brewers push for more saloons under Proctor law in Washington
A reader notes how the board granted two licenses in Washington amid brewer pressure and legal interpretation. The piece questions the Proctor law’s “square leas” provision and asks whether future licenses will rise to meet demand as brewers plan further action.
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Board of Commissioners
Washington
Indianal Brewers Association
George B Cox Retires From Hamilton County Politics
George B Cox of Hamilton County Ohio announces retirement from public life in a brief statement. The message ends with a farewell and a wry remark about taking his clan into seclusion.
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George B. Cox
Hamilton County
Ohio
George
Councilman Opposes East First Street Improvement
Councilman Doseh condemns the east First street project as a lasting hardship for many affected. He questions broad support, suggesting petition signers and others may be misled, noting past ward petitions were not unanimous and that no public improvement has ever been by unanimous consent.
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Doseh
East First Street
Third Ward
Night Police Flaunt Electric Flashlights Guard Mall Street Store
Night patrols equipped with electric flashlights may deter prowlers at the west Mall street grocery store, boosting safety for shoppers and staff as darkness falls and incidents dip.
Debs Calls for Armed Uprising During McNanara Case
Eugene V. Debs resurfaces in the bubble prints after months of silence to urge the people to fighting pitch against the crisis surrounding the McNanara case. He advocates arming workers, recalling his 1894 call to strike and buy weapons, while noting his absence from the firing line during a major railroad strike. The speech aims to incite violence and resistance against perceived outrage and degradation.
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Eugene V. Debs
Mc.Nanara
Wade
Mr. Debs
Debe
Bloomington Brewery Mouthplots in the Second District
An arcane fragment from a Bloomington newspaper hints at a brewing plot within the Second Congressional District. The text mentions mouthplots and a political frame, suggesting local intrigue or commentary on district affairs.
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Bloomington
Ainost ‘Avery
Memorial Day should be a sacred day for all
Editorial urges reverence for Memorial Day honoring soldiers who died for the nation. It condemns profane events and parades, stressing decorating graves and recalling the Civil War’s toll. The piece notes unity of the North and South and calls for yearly tribute by all ages to acknowledge past sacrifices.
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Inapolis
Indiana
Chicago Reeds Sera
Addiere
Ang Haa
Voters Faulted as Stay-at-Home Ballots Shift Tax Vote
The Vincennes Sun blasts Vincennes township voters for a 1910 election where 3,397 ballots favored the secretary of state race, contrasting with 1911 when 1,500 stay-at-home votes helped pass a $200,000 tax subsidy. Only 1,000 to 1,100 supported the measure, a minority outcome driven by nonvoting residents.
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Vincennes
Vincennes Township
Tealthin
Evansville Courier Promotes Aviation Meet in Vanderburgh
The Evansville Courier promotes an aviation meet to be held in Vanderburgh on June 8 and 10, aiming to introduce bird men to southern Indiana and excite local interest in flying events.
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Evansville
Vanderburg
Indiana
Saturday Night Drunken Disorder on Public Square
A fragment from Loogoates Tribune reports a drunken disturbance on the public square last Saturday night. The piece questions mayoral and police actions, accusing officials of tolerating a saloon tied to a beer depot and alleging improper influence in liquor affairs.
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Loogoates Tribune
City Promises Brooms Amid Price Swings
City administration pledged to keep a supply of new brooms to keep the town clean but rising broom corn costs crimped the plan. With prices easing, a fresh supply has been ordered to restore the effort.
Petitioned clemency for John R Walsh cram case
The notice reports petitions from citizens of theugan and MWlhels asking clemency for John R Walsh cram, tied to misappropriation funds at Chicago national bank and his Ft Leavenworth prison sentence. It notes doubt the railroad builder will see prison gates open this term.
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Theugan
Mwlhels
Askins
John R. Walsh
Ft. Leavenworth
Servics
Funda
Cleago National Bank
Almbio
Fragmented note on car numbers and donors in year
Fragmentary OCR note mentions more automobiles this year and donors. Vague references to vicar and Yor or Gror names unclear. No clear date place or organization readable.
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Velsians
O&k Gror
Veterans and Cars for Memorial Day Amid Shortage
Veterans struggle to ride to the cemetery for flowers as car donations lag ahead of Memorial Day. The Interstate Commerce Commission issues a ruling limiting a two cent fare on interstate train traffic. Indiana Governor Marshall fights a court decision over attorney authority in a state case, with the ruling clarifying practice on attorney appearances and permissions. The piece ends with a sarcastic remark about the ongoing constitutional dispute.
Councilman Disputes Northeast Street Improvement Plan
Military General Wickersham 5 after the lumber trust and aults under the Sharman anti trust law have been fill against red concerns. The Councilman Dosci says that he is misrepresented to no small degree in the matter of the northeast First street improvement. He favors curb and sidewalk repair but opposes the order of pitching to sidewalks not yet needed. He has not surveyed all sidewalks and demands proven necessity before disturbing the brick paths. He opposes the city beautiful proposal but will resist it if demanded.
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Marshall
Indiana
Wickersham
Lumber Trust
Dosci
Northeast First Street
Lemouras
Heras Publican
Hose purchased for fire department tested as satisfactory
Council dirt. Firemen tested the hose and found no flaw in every foot. Congressmen Cullop quotes figures after the street urchin's cuss words, both arguments about equal so far as convincing.
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Congresaman
Dgurea
Farm improvements spread in Martin County borders
In the priat five years there has been a wonderful change in the appearance of hundreds of farms in Martin county. Fences are improved and undergrowth cleared, with crops like food corn, wheat, tomatoes, and hay replacing briars and thickets. Land values rise as productivity increases, signaling a broader agricultural upturn in the region.
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Martin County
Martis County
Pric: Souree Tribune
Martin
Follana
Philanthropist may fund eye glasses for Barr township road fund
A local plea urges a generous donor to finance eye glasses for residents who support a better road system in Barr township amid long standing roadway disrepair and unclear efforts to fix the problems.
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Barr
Roads built in history stir local debate on policy
Fragmented OCR text laments road construction timing and political contrasts. It notes a Democratic majority opposing tree-wall policies and proposing a tariff on wool, amid criticism of political promises and party contrasts. The piece hints at local sentiment on governance and public works.
An Ancient Quip Filled Evening At Camp Mancing
An odd fragment describes a march on Camp Mancing and Triality Springs with a school report noting fifty. A reception by asso ules and talks on school duties unfold after dinner as Milas and Roudteks eyes pass by. Hetty Green is referenced as alive with musings on an orphan’s future and travel.
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Mr. Grevm
Stra
Hetty Green
Orphad
National McKinley Birthplace Isolations Formed
A group named the National McKinley Birthplace Isosolation is organized at Niles Ohio to perpetuate the late president by erecting and maintaining a monument site and memorial hall in his birthplace.
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National
McKinley
Niles
Ohio
Time to Go a-Fishin in Evansville Days
A nostalgic sketch recalls a rural morning of fishing with friends. Boys trek to a creek in youthful anticipation, bait a decayed log, and coax sunfish from silent waters as corks drift and nibble. The piece evokes summer scents, braided memories, and simple pleasures of early morning fishing.
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Evansville
Attlon
Purcell Marries Kirk in Home Ceremony
Marlow Melville Purcell and Martha Eteas Kirk were married by Rev. B. Johnson at a home in the township near the city. The event occurred Thursday evening with Carl Casson of Seymour listed among those present in a partial notice.
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Purcell-Kmk
Marlow Melville Purcell
Martha Eteas Kirk
B. Johnson
Lie
Carl Casson
Seymour
Triewta
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