Washington Men Visit Flooded Shoals
Washington men who rode the B and C Southwestern train to Shoals Wednesday returned reporting conditions far worse than described. Five damaged buses leaned against the railroad bridge, many houses were destroyed or floated away, and floods reached seven feet ten inches. A relief center, tents, and a commissary have been set up as residents cope with devastation.
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Shoals
Southwestern
Washington
Pre Hou
Wit Ler
Frogere
Gomtheastern
Shaws
Gormley
Pears
Charles Mohr
Old Place
Daniel Rutter
Kutter
Shoals Foun
Mas
Jou Py Davis
Robert Dougherty
Stit Howart
Akarens” Weller
Hasa
Mark Jones
Charles Sonse
Jchn Xeul
Ever
Andy
Ryan
Willam
Kreusel
Airs
Amanda Woods
Leonard Truellood
Dicey Beckler
Ch. Hes
Rogers Herd
Peter Styles
Pigeex
Bert
B. Freeman Aire
Wydame
Arthur Gunekle
West Shoals
Willam Shriver
George Ashcraft
Elza Wininger
Wil Trainor S
Rhoda Lloyd
Jesse Phillins
John T. Stapleton
Thomas Anchlin
John Zallars
Bert Gilley
Dr A B Knapp Lost In Bacewater
Vincennes Indiana April 10 Dr A B Knapp summoned to Mt Carmel by Dr Sebenckson assisted a patient overnight. While returning from Jalnson Auto Co in preparation for the trip a boat or vehicle was lost in dark water. Dr Knapp and companion became separated and drifted menaced by the river. Ground search was unable to locate them. efforts continued with authorities and medical staff reporting the emergency.
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Vincennes
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A. B. Knapp
Mt Carmel
Sebenckson
Jalnson Xuto Co
Loatimin Krant
Eabu
George , Knapp
Hehemek
Mt. Carney
Kean Gets Anew Piling In Senate Reform
The article notes a new Senate rule allowing the Verocity to convene committees at any time, weakening former chairmen power. Democrats show early progressive signs as the measure gains momentum, with opposition from some party members predicted to rise.
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Nd. Co
Rmgvil
Joh W. Cern
Endiane
Ins
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Sen
River wreck salvage and flood relief report from old article
Chains around engine 401 near Blue Hole prepared for recovery by two engines and a derrick as divers work. River conditions at Maysville and Prairie Creek noted with rising floods and recent rail and road damage. Relief funds totaling 94 275341 dollars reported by Hugh Dougherty with expenditures and aid to Terre Haute and Leavenworth.
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Blue Hole
Bue Hole
Raydddy Ag
Maysville
Prairie Creek
Washington
Hugh Dougherty
Dougherty
Terre Haute
Supposed death by own action turns to murder
Fragmentary report appears to describe a death initially labeled as suicide but later treated as murder. The text mentions a person named Simon and references clothing and discovery, with unclear details about shots and location. The surviving readable bits suggest an investigation into foul play rather than a self-inflicted death.
Wheat Sowing Method Emerges in Northern Ohio
An expert from the plastic industry notes a wheat pictile method in northern Ohio. Farmers prepare a preort uce of sowing fax to the seiaters, with April planting. Flax seed is broadcast at two to four pecks per acre. Two crops mature around the same time.
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Ohio
Huresa
Water Supply Warns of Typhoid Contamination
Frantic note describes water being unfit to drink for several days due to typhoid contamination. It claims water company workers have cleaned pipes but advises boiling water until an official statement declares safety. Language warns against drinking unboiled water and notes continuing changes in water quality.
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Fe Og
Emma Walker and Tillie Return From Flood Marooning
Mrs Emma Walker and Tillie arrived home after being marooned at Seymour for two weeks due to floods while visiting her daughter Miss Helen who is at college in Oldenburg.
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Emma Walker
Dabpiter
Tillie
Oldenburg
Helen
Freak Oil Well Near Lyons Rumored Major Find
In the vicinity north of Etnora an oil well near the Hutter and Ovil Fletes farms shows renewed activity after initial subsidence. Empire Company, led by Erdman, claims a remarkable two layer find with green and dark arcene pay zones, projecting large stakes and imminent testing within days despite transmission delays.
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Empire & Ns
OM Company
Hutter
Erdman
Empire Company
Iranian
Hans Reek
Welleh
Mendes
Pope Paul I Reported Better as Crisis Eases
Reine April 10 Pope Pius is reported better today after a relapse and a period of unrest. Church officials say the heart faction remains weak but there is belief in successful treatment of the crisis.
John P Chapman Civil War veteran dies after paralytic strokes
John P Chapman a well known Civil War veteran died at his home on As Tell avenue after a sequence of paralysis. He suffered a stroke last Saturday and another stroke on Sunday led to his death. Survived by wife Louisa Smith Chapman and several children and siblings, the funeral will be held at Albina Creek cemetery Greencastle with services Sunday. Local Democratic politicians discuss postoffice appointment amid factional disagreements, with A J Hamrick recommended by Randel, sparking disputes as Congress debates the choice.
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John P. Chapman
Astell Avenue
Fletcher Chapman
Harrigen
Harrison
Ana Tietiag
Len
Chapman
Olney
Eskew
Enemil
Herbert GC
Chapman Monreal
Huddreston
Cinehsister
Charken Thornes
Rothers
Albnine
Greedcastle
Ind
Greencastle
Moss
Washington
Randel
A. J. Hamrick
Cquity
Meus
WLTL
Vestal
Fragmented note from early report on local events
The text appears to describe disrupted farm activity with mentions of a barn, towns, and local names. It references individuals such as Chilis O'Brien and Mandy He, and implies a local incident or dispute affecting Plant and Seton area. The exact details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
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O'Brien
Federal Aid Reaches Ten Towns for Flood Relief
Federal aid extended to ten towns as relief efforts begin. Damaged bridges and sanitary concerns are under investigation while supplies reach stricken areas and water treatment points. Officials report aid distribution and ongoing assessments of flood impact.
Congress Mulls Drainage and Flood Relief Plans
In St Louis on August 10, a one day drain age session convened at Plagter's hotel. Officials discuss improved drainage to reduce flood risk and prevent further inundation.
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St. Louis
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