Well Known Negro Killed in Terre Haute Accident
An unnamed well known Black man died today in Terre Haute after a traffic collision. Police say the incident occurred on a city street and an inquiry is underway.
01 Jun 1907
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Newspaper
Washington Washington Democrat
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1907
Page
1
An unnamed well known Black man died today in Terre Haute after a traffic collision. Police say the incident occurred on a city street and an inquiry is underway.
Dan Gompa and Robert Pendleton, colored men, were killed in Terre Haute this morning after Pendleton was said to be struck by a Vandalia train in the yards. Pendleton had lived in Hopkinsville and Vincennes and left behind a wife and two children. The family was notified by telephone and the exact accident details remain unclear.
Four candidates John M. Vance Ben Burris John McCarter and Grant Callahan converge on the court house for a 9 o clock caucus as seven Republican trustees seek votes. First ballot forecasts Hint at Vance Burris McCarter and Callahan with tentative supports from Brown Sigs Stuckey and others.
Mrs Leo Neiry formerly of this city is critically ill in Linton and it is feared she will not recover. She lost valuables several days ago and is the mother of Charles Neiry.
Washington June 1 The Weather Bureau reports records were broken by the low mean temperature during the last two months and forecasts say temperatures will remain comparatively low through Saturday and Sunday in the eastern U S with some warming westward. Cooler weather with rain is forecast east of Mississippi today and Sunday with a shift to real summer temperatures by Monday and after.
An anonymous note found on Caleb O Dell s back porch warned of a plot against his life and property. The letter hints at liquor law violations and recalls a prior local incident as authorities and residents debate origins and potential motives.
An editorial criticizes the Second district race and the impact of party editors in Vincennes. The piece suggests that rival editors could spark a commotion causing many to seek a long vacation until after the election.
Booker T. Washington has leased a summer home at West Neck Long Island near Sagamore Hill. The Van Wyck place owned by Mrs Myron Lock of Manhattan covers 100 acres with an old fashioned residence.
The piece cites Dr Harvey W Wise chief chemist and pure food expert of the agriculture department. He advises wholesome food eight hours sleep daily light exercise and fighting enemies but not overdo it. He warns envy and hatred shorten life and says a century lifetime is possible with discipline and vigor.
The Classical Club wrapped its season with a business meeting electing new officers and choosing to study American literature next winter. Officers include President Mrs Thomas B Graham Secretary Josephine Axtell and Treasurer Maer Shirley. An open meeting at the home of Les L O Donnell is scheduled for Tuesday evening for members, inquisitors, and friends.
In Decker Knox County Miss May Carr aged eighteen slipped from a hay mow ladder and became momentarily suspended by a gold ring on her right hand. The ring cut a deep gash and a finger ledge was severed as her brother arrived after hearing her screams to help.
Fragmentary text shows a discussion of a chief delight paying an attorney and an attempt to influence rain with a goal of forcing a path to pass out quietly. Context unclear, no identifiable persons or organizations clearly readable.
The late Sam P Jones of niters ville Georgia was a noted gospel speaker and life insurance advocate. He carried three policies with a New York company including a $5,000 policy and two installment policies providing Mrs Jones with $1,000 yearly for life. If she dies within twenty years payments continue until $20,000 is reached.
The B and O Southwestern announces minor time changes. Train 5 now arrives at 7 47 A M after a 12 minute delay while trains 6 and 11 meet at 3 54 P M. Train 5 runs daily except Sunday and Train 9 on Sundays arrives at 9 53 A M.
Nineteen night watchmen abandon their post in Plainfield after a single night due to eerie disturbances. Authorities report no injuries or property damage. Local residents remain unsettled as officials investigate the reported haunting.
Reported at the Geld Furniture Company factory about 500 feet east of the Vandalia Railroad a headless figure chases night guards. Supervisors cite nineteen workers quitting after first shifts amid trap doors, strange lights, and eerie noises near the hoodoo spot.
The first 40 percent installment on 2 560 000 Walsh underwriting expired yesterday without payment. Representatives of the clearing house and Mr. Walsh held lengthy sessions and a later announcement indicated the matter would be cleared, but no funds will be issued for resuming Chicago Southern construction until the 40 percent is paid.
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