Annual Treasurer's Report and West End Fire Station Bonds
The city council reviews the treasurer's annual report with receipts and disbursements for general funds, electric light, and sinking funds. An amendment to authorize bonds of 500 each at 5 percent interest is discussed as the west end fire station bonds go to sale, though the denomination and timing need clarity. The engineer reports high sewer costs on Scamore Street, decision favors delaying construction. Mary J Trueblood gains permit to excavate Second and Oak for a water pipe, and Komas D Slimp gets sewer tap for a residence on Seventh and Van Trees streets.
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South Street
Ningteen
Half Berg
General Fund
Board of Health
Wee Te Opti
Pale Lee Iit Lahat
Central School
Furth
Scamore Street
Pebron
Mary J. Trueblood
Komas D. Slimp
van Trees
Comecilman Johnson
Hastings
Onetnoe
Weneen
Myers
Leiba
Eeaee
Homecoming in Highland County Brings Senator Beville and Fortaker
A rough, garbled report notes in Highland County Ohio a homecoming event with United States Senators Beveridge and Fortaker expected. The article mentions local sheriff candidates and a festival in Cormelisville and hints at B&O and Southwestern railroad workers arriving Saturday.
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Newtons
Templin
Erstwistle
Genaldale
Bogard
Cormelisville
Mplin
Highland
Ohio
Bérn Jin Highland
Bevidee
Foraker
Tragic Death Ties To Wedding Plans
Homer F Casey of Eaglesville near Bloomfield was found dead in a buggy with a pistol wound, shortly before his planned marriage to Miss Anna Stone. Investigators consider suicide, though murder theories arise from powder burns and a .32 revolver found at the scene. Casey, 35, had returned to attend the wedding and had recently transferred his business to his brother. The case involves family ties to Evansville, Bloomfield, and nearby towns, with ongoing questions about motive.
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Indus
Bloomfield
Homer F
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Thom
Eaglesville
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Mr. Casey
Anna Stone
Albert R. Casey
Evansville
A. Q. Fulkergon
Mise Brone
Ellsworth Giiphant
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Scotland
Greene County
Burget Fined in City Court for Intoxication
Harry Gordon aged twenty was fined $5 this morning in a city court for intoxication. Burget admitted guilt after a prior warrant and signed a paper with deputy acknowledgment. James Wyoms was also arrested for drawing a weapon on Arthur Mills at Raycraft saloon, Mills reporting the incident to authorities.
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Harry Gordon
Veal Gordon
Moentay
Bierkel
Jo U
Burget
Gordon
James Wyoms
Herndon
Arthur Mills
Raycraft Saloon
Mills
Lyont
Wheatland Woman Sues Lover for 10000 Damages
Beulah I Nicholson of Wheatland sues Sylvester Enley for 10000 alleging breach of promise to marry. She claims he professed love on September 13 and pledged life together but refused to wed, causing public uproar in Vincennes. Both from Wheatland, their families are noted in the report.
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Vincennes
Beulah I. Nicholson
Wheatland
Elrewit
Sylvester Enley
Eni
Wslalben
Hite
Prdment
Crushed by a Log Kills Frank Lemon in Jasper Accident
Frank Lemon aged thirty five died when a wagon rolled onto him during loading at Jasper. He lived with his wife Mrs Lauramon in Reeve township and leaves four children. The accident occurred Tuesday at the saw yard near the Aoga rolling unit. He had moved to Jasper two years ago with his family.
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Casey
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Aagledville
Ragtesville
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Borne Tailoring Company
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Washington
Relate ‘Casey
Ragleaville
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Raglesville Rk
Henk
Cabel ‘& Kauffman
Frank Lemon
Lauramon
Reeve Township
Jasper
Lemons
Reeve
Buggy Makers Form Interstate Selling Pact
Seventy carriage manufacturers from four midwestern states met in Indianapolis and formed an agreement to raise prices on medium-grade buggies by 19 percent over last year. Representatives from Indiana Ohio Michigan and Illinois discussed organizing a large buggy trust and set the preliminary terms.
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Midate
Rules for Future War Nation Deatrite and Neutral Notice
A historical fragment outlines proposed rules for future warfare and neutrality. It describes when war may be declared, the need for prior public notice, and the obligation to inform neutral powers of hostilities. The text discusses the timing and form of declarations or ultimatums and the acceptance of notices by neutrals.
Adorable Fritzie delights crowd at opera house show
The Irma Oper Company presented a three act musical comedy The Adorable Fritzie last night. Josephine Barlow led a strong cast with catchy tunes and witty dialogue, drawing a sizable audience and promising more success.
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Fritzie
Jellies
Josephine Barlow
The Royal Slave at Monday Night Program
A fragmentary review notes a large audience at the stage show with a bold budget and a quartet including Hulmes Martin and Radall. The cast features Begsie Lee Lena Fritzie's prettymaid Ada Leph Rogers and Bertram, and the listing hints at a performance titled The Royal Slave by Robert Onaga.
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Begsie Lee
Lena
Fritzie
Sis Hopking
Ata
Hulmes
Martin
Radall
Leph
Ada
Rogers and Bertram
Monday Hight
Robert Onaga
Directors Approve Lower Assessment to Raise City Fund
The commercial club of the city voted last night to modify plans for the fund drive. A 1 percent assessment will replace the 2 percent rate on real estate, aiming to create a fund around $60,000 for local projects.
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Anderson
The Gentory Show Exhibition Promises Superior Visuals
Lyman H Hijweia curates an annual art display reproducing 86 scenes with exact detail. The show claims unmatched quality locally with vivid bank night imagery and popular seating at Horrall's. Public interest centers on the living subjects depicted.
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Lyman H. Hijweia
Horrall's
City building permits required in Vincennes law
A notice warns that it is unlawful to erect a building within Vincennes city limits without a permit from the city clerk. All permits must be approved during the year. The notice emphasizes compliance and the illegality of unapproved structures.
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Vincennes Itill
Fire mix up leads to wild goose chase in early Sunday call
Fire department Gibbed a faulty address during a Sunday alarm at E. B. Smith's home. Chief McCormick and Deputy Bennett corrected the error after a wagon filled the street and bystanders watched the confusion unfold.
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Ames Bennett
E. B. Smith
Bennett
Ant
Central
McCormick
Dispatchers Leave Acknowledge Parker Assignment
The fragment notes dispatchers parting with B. W. Parker and reference to the east end dispatcher's station. Limited readable text prevents full context.
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Rapher
East End Dispatchéra
School Board Meeting Discusses Fraternity Membership
A Bloominton school board meeting focused on fraternity membership eligibility and a related inquiry. The discussion covered governance, eligibility criteria, and potential impacts on student policy. The dialogue reflected concerns about inclusivity, campus engagement, and future guidelines.
Immunity for Taylor Sparks Fugitive Controversy
Ambiguous reports claim Taylor seeks immunity amid fugitive case. Sources hint at May proceedings and possible return to Mentucky for testifying while authorities push for clarity on liability and legal strategy.
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City Council
West End
Electric Light Report
Fanternight
G .K. Tharp
Oae
Wadsworth
Ise& Herelwee Brother
United States
Beveridge
Fortaker
Kentucky
Givat
Caleb
Hiss
Willan Goebel
Suchiclons
Franklin
Tueady
Rovett L. Stout
Wheatland Girl
Irma Oper Company
James Bennett
Fire Department
Esai
Wilal Rawne Elde
Bloominton
Petena Hi Fraternity
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Taylor
R's Atgeur School
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Weenie
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