Grangers Plan Co op Mercantile in Harrison Township
Farmers in Harrison Township and other tilers of soil discuss forming a cooperative mercantile company to supply goods to members at wholesale cost plus a small fee. If formed, the store would be located in Washington and modeled after post Civil War Granger cooperative efforts. Local leaders include CLF Ageton and W H Fox among others, with Lew Wallace overseeing site planning in Washington.
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Harrison ‘Township
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Ageton
Westeday
W. H. Fox
Wood
Wwashington
Gpri
Lew Wallace
Statuary Hall
China
Dry Goods
Treasury official faces uprising over draftsman appointments
Supervising Architect Taylor reports a rebellion in his office tied to the appointment of draftsmen via the Civil Service Commission. The conflict centers on perceived favoritism and procedural disputes affecting staffing and morale.
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The
Treasury
Department
Offnesro
Eigil “ Service Commission
Realty Company Wins Bid for Open-Wew Addition Tract
The Realty Company secured a tract of land facing McCormick Avenue west of West Eighteenth Street. Plans include building concrete pavement along the entire frontage and laying water pipes in each front yard. Washington S members left the Woodmen at the World after a Sunday service and monument unveiling.
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Realty
Lans
McCormick Avenue
Eighteenth Street
Washington | S
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Woodmen
Ip Linton
the. Anvelling of & Monument
Wreck in tunnel on B and O line near Mitchell
A coal smeared wreck occurred in the long tunnel on the B and O Southwestern line between Tunpelley and Fort Ritner about nine miles west of Mitchell. Passenger train No 12 carrying engineer Enos Humphrey and fireman Clay Creager was derailed by a massive rock that dislodged in the tunnel. About twenty five passengers were injured but none killed. crews worked to clear the track and restore service with detours to Bedford and Mitchell.
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Tunpelley
Fort Ritner
Mitchell
Washington
Thisity
Seymour
Itehel
Fone
Éonditio
B. & C. Southy Extra
Atteen
Micheli
North
Eugt
Bedford
Indiana University honors Whitcomb Riley with Doctor of Laws
At Bloomington commencement the 7th annual exercises closed the year with 1821 students, 303 candidates, and four degrees conferred. Henry Watterson and James Whitcomb Riley led the procession, with President Bryan addressing graduates and Riley receiving the Doctor of Laws after diplomas were presented.
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Indiana University
V. H. Smith
Jv Bryan
Henry Watterson
James Whitcolmb Riley
Watterson
Riley
M. HH
Bogemann
St. Charles
James Whitcomb Riley
Not a Bluff Confirms Threat to Police Chief Office
A church member says a pastor threatened to appoint himself police chief of Washington during July and keep the lid on for thirty one days, warning violators of liquor laws on the Lord's day. The remark is described as serious, not a joke, with others urging caution about enforcement.
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Chris‘tan
Former keeper accused in kidnap of Rhoding in Louisville
Indianapolis June 20. Atton Dare a former keeper of a resort is accused of kidnapping Monatre George Rhoding from his home January 21 and taking him to Louisville where they allegedly married. Dare will not share in his fortune while proceedings test the marriage validity. Rhoding will receive about $20 a week from a $50 000 a year income. Prosecutor Hooton says the woman conspired with others to abduct Rhoding. Investigation to conclude this week.
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Indianapoli
Hooton
Lethers
Rhodius
Beveridge Refuses Discuss Deported Marriage News
United States Senator Beveridge of Indiana declines to discuss a deported marriage case as he travels to Germany. The statement comes amid questions surrounding a New York connection and possible personal implications.
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Indiaga
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Germany
Senate
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Chica A Bister
Spencer Eddy
Diplomatiq Corpa
Kentucky Governor Candidate Nominated At State Convention
The Kentucky Republican convention nominated Augustus Wilson of Onlsville as a special nominee for governor. The party held its gathering in a packed coliseum with Wilson taking no public position during the session.
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Foutsville
Augustus
Be. Wilson
Onlsville
Families Affected After Gasoline Fire Incident
Mr and Mrs Michael Tidd of 105 Poplar Street report a washer igniting gasoline while handling dress goods on Wednesday. A lit match caused a flare injuring Mrs Florence F Tidd’s right hand. neighbors assisted as the blaze burned.
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Michael Tidd
Poplar Street
Florence F. Tidd
Address by Henry Watty on race and slavery themes at Eckstein Norton Institution
The speech traces origins of the race conflict from slavery to emancipation. Watterson recalls plantation life in Tennessee and reflects on how both white and black people shaped the nation’s history. The talk critiques slavery as monstrous while acknowledging its complex legacy.
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Louistilte
Henry Watty
Eckstein, Norton Institution
Watterson
Brotherhood of Man and
Virginia
South
Emancion
Cristian
Gabriel
Bey
Holdihe
Angel. Watterson
Ténneissee
Washington
Jefferzon
Virssila
Local saloon keeper pleads guilty to selling to minors
Alfred Albin, owner of the Last Chance saloon, pleaded guilty to selling liquor to two minors. Mayor Russell reports the fines totaled five dollars for both charges.
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Alfred Albin
Last Chance
Bsine
Russell
Section men quit over pay and treatment on the railroad
A group of section laborers on the IB. & I Railway deserted work today claiming mistreatment. In Law County Nebraska the tax assessor lists William Bryan with $55,000 in property. the note implies controversy over his conduct and legal advice.
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Law County
Nebraska
WilHanings Bryan
Loan Advice From Ant and Grasshopper Fable Cited
A Washington Star quip uses the fable to urge prudent money care and investment. The ant cautions the grasshopper that neglect leads to mockery, while saving and investing can attract questions about wealth sources.
Bright Park Baby Sparks Society Banter
A Philadelphia Press blurb records a society woman admiring a baby in the park. The nurse replies that the child belongs to the woman, highlighting polite urban chatter and a hint of contemporary social etiquette.
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Philadelphia Press
Haywood Trial in Boise Progresses with Low Public Interest
The William Haynes trial continues in Boise Idaho with little development and minimal local interest as citizens express disgust at some actions by the leading prosecutors and officials involved.
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Wiliam” Haebos
Boise
Idaho
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