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    1. [INMONROE] Mayor Harris Helped Get Parole from Prison for Lewis Wilson, Son of Peter Wilson, Convicted for Small Burglary from Condor Grocery
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July12, 1910, p. 1. Note: The name Condor is also spelled as Conder in the item. WILSON PAROLED Mayor Harris Intervenes for Young Colored Boy. Lewis Wilson, the young colored boy, convicted in the Monroe Circuit court two years ago and given a state prison sentence of ten years for burglarizing the Condor grocery, was paroled from the Michigan City prison last night by Gov. Marshall. Young Wilson is a son of Peter Wilson, and it was charged that he entered the Condor grocery and appropriated a small amount of change. Many people considered the sentence excessive and recently Mayor Harris interested himself in behalf of the negro boy. The mayor called on Governor Marshall and urged that the boy be paroled. He had previously secured the signature of Mr. Conder to a petition for executive clemency. Gov. Marshall informed Mayor Harris that he would parole Wilson when he had served two years, this time having expired June 28. Young Wilson is expected home tonight.

    07/09/2015 03:06:44
    1. [INMONROE] Clerk Campbell Assured Hunters' Licenses with Ex-State Game Warden Z. T. Sweeney Good Even Though New Game Warden Was George W. Miles
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July12, 1910, p. 1. NIMRODS HAPPY Hunters' License Issued by Sweeney Are Held Good. Local nimrods, who have been feeling uneasy about the licenses that have been issued recently because of the fact that they bear the name of Z. T. Sweeney, ex-state game warden, instead of that of George W. Miles, the new warden, need have no further apprehension on that score, as County Clerk Campbell has been given assurance that the licenses was raised recently in several parts of the state and the hunters around this city began to be doubtful about licenses. The supply of licenses which the county clerks have on hand bear the signature of ex-Warden Sweeney and not that of the new warden. Mr. Miles has held the office of game warden for several weeks, but no new license forms have been printed since he was appointed, to succeed Mr. Sweeney. County Clerk Campbell as fast as he collects money for hunting licenses sends the money to the treasurer of state and the names and addresses of the persons obtaining the licenses to the state game warden.

    07/09/2015 03:06:20
    1. [INMONROE] Revs. Collins, White & Todd & Prof. Kuersteiner Spoke at Meeting for Capt. Mitchell of Salvation Army Who Left Bloomington, Unhappy with Situation
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July11, 1910, p. 1. Note: The remainder of this item was cut off in copying as indicated by ellipsis. UNION SERVICES FOR CAPT. MITCHELL Salvation Army Leader Not Given the Support He Desired The union service, the first of the summer series, held last night at the corner of Washington street and Kirkwood avenue, was turned into a farewell religious reception in honor of Capt. Mitchell of the Salvation Army, who is soon to leave Bloomington. Capt. Mitchell was present accompanied by most of his recruits and occupied a seat on the platform. It appeared that the affair was a spontaneous expression on the part of the pastorate of the city and few of the audience knew what was coming. Rev. Collins, of the M. E. church, Rev. White of the Presbyterian, Rev. Todd of the Christian, and Prof. Kuersteiner addressed the audience, speaking of the work of Capt. Mitchell had been engaged in and highly eulogizing him. For himself, Capt. Mitchell proceeded to arraign Bloomington, its citizens, and conditions in a scathing manner. He said he had come from Wilmington, Delaware, December 1, 1907, and that his work and efforts in Bloomington since that time had not been an unqualified success. He deplored the moral and financial conditions among the poorest people as the worst in his experience,-in fact both were at a very low ebb. He said he was not satisfied with his work or reception in Bloomington, and that he had to personally pay the sum of $115, out of his own pocket, to balance the local Army's books. Capt. Mitchell believes that moral condition in Bloomington have greatly improved during the past six months. He handled the subject of "Morals and Money" without gloves, the audience cheering and waving handkerchiefs as he took his stand on the platform and fired shot after shot at his hearers. Capt. Mitchell has doubtless worked .

    07/09/2015 03:05:59
    1. [INMONROE] Acme Stone Quarry Owned by John Rawl Sold at Public Auction for Judgment Won by Frank McPhetriddge & Other Debts
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July11, 1910, p. 1. UNDER THE HAMMER QUARRY TO BE SOLD Acme Property in Clear Creek Valley To Auction. $75,000 ORIGINALLY INVESTED. The Acme stone quarry and mill located just south of Clear Creek station and owned by John Rawl, of Chicago, is to be sold at a public auction Wednesday at noon. The sale is for the purpose of liquidating outstanding indebtedness, that includes one heavy judgment given in the Monroe Circuit Court in favor of Frank McPhetridge against the plant. The quarry was opened about ten years ago and with its equipment stands for an outlay of about $75,000 on the part of Rawl and his associates. During the past three years, the quarry has been idle, the owners declining or not caring to operate it. Besides the quarry with its two channeling machines, two derricks, travelers and tools, there is a mill equipped with three saw gangs, six planers, one traveler, turning lathe and header machine. Also a well equipped repair shop. The quarry at one time was considered of the best in the Clear Creek district but its owner seemed to be unfortunate in its operation. Nearly every stone operator in the Bloomington and Bedford Oolitic district has expressed his intention of being present at the sale.

    07/09/2015 03:05:33
    1. [INMONROE] Alva Coffey & Charles Poling, Brother of M. T. Poling, Drowned in White River near Martinsville
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July11, 1910, p. 1. RIVER TRAGEDY Brother of City Attorney Poling Drowned Sunday. Alva Coffey, 22 years old, and Charles Poling, 28, were drowned early Sunday morning while bathing in White River near Martinsville, and their bodies have not been found, although the searching party has been out all day. Poling leaves a widow and three children. Young Poling was a brother of City Att. M. T. Poling of this city. Mr. Poling went to Martinsville last night in response to a message announcing the fate of his kinsman. The remains when recovered will be taken to Nashville, the deceased's old home for interment.

    07/09/2015 03:05:10
    1. [INMONROE] George Whisenand Found Five Head of Cattle
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July11, 1910, p. 1. TAKEN UP By George Whisenand, 7 miles north of Bloomington, five head of two year old deharned [sic] steers, two white faces, one red, one spotted, and one roan.

    07/09/2015 03:04:47
    1. [INMONROE] Funeral Held for Alban Hines
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July11, 1910, p. 1. Note: The surname appears as both Hines and Hinds in the item. The remainder of the item was cut off in copying as indicated by ellipsis. The Hinds Funeral. The funeral services over the remains of Alban Hines, who died at Muskogee, Oklahoma, following an operation for appendicitis Thursday, was held from the family residence, south Morton street, Sunday afternoon in charge of the Rev. T. R. White of the First Presbyterian church. The Pythian quartet rendered several appropriate selections. Members of the local order, of Odd Fellows and Knights of Pythias, attended the obsequies in a body. The .

    07/08/2015 07:04:55
    1. [INMONROE] William H. "Tobe" East, Son of William & Eveline East, Husband of Mary A. (Conder) East, Father of Rufus, Ernest, Earl, Ida & Ethel East
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July11, 1910, p. 1. WM. H. EAST DIED LAST NIGHT Had Been in Ill Health Only a Short Time. Was One Of the Attorneys In the Monon Express Robbery Case. William H. East, familiarly known as "Tobe," died at his home, east Fourth street Sunday night at 10:30 o'clock, following a brief illness of ureamic [sic] poisoning. As Mr. East had been confined to his home less than three days, the news of his demise created surprise among his legion of friends and citizens of Bloomington. Friday he was down town attending to business matters as usual, apparently in his usual health. About eleven o'clock Friday night he complained to his wife of severe pains in the region of his stomach and after resorting to several simple remedies appeared to get some relief and went to sleep. Saturday morning he did not awaken at the breakfast hour, and Mrs. East, supposing that he was asleep did not attempt to arouse him. When he did not awaken at nine o'clock Mrs. East sought to arouse him, but her efforts proved futile, as he was in an unconscious condition. A physician was summoned who diagnosed the ailment ureamic [sic] poisoning. All day Saturday and Sunday Mr. East remained in a semi-conscious condition, the end coming at 10:30 o'clock Sunday night. William H. East was a native of Monroe County, and was born June 12, 1852, in Indian Creek township, the youngest son of William and Eveline East, deceased. He was reared on a farm but received a good education. At the age of 18 he entered the printing office of Thomas Purcell, but a year of this work sufficed and he began teaching school. He followed this calling until 1874, when he became deputy county clerk of Monroe county serving in this capacity for four years. He again resumed his school work during the winter months and studied law during the summer. Later he formed a partnership in the practice of law with his brother, the late John R. East. In 1877 he wedded Mary A. Conder, daughter of W. E. Conder, a prominent farmer of Indian Creek township. By this union five children, three sons and two daughters, who with the widow, survive. The children are Rufus, Ernest, Earl, Ida and Ethel. Few citizens of Monroe county were better known than Tobe East. Always with a kindly word and warm handclasp for every one, he numbered his friends by legion. He has not been actively engaged in the practice of law, the past few years, devoting most of his time to the insurance business, of which he was an expert. During his legal career, he was considered of the best read and best posted lawyers at the local bar. He was engaged as one of the chief counsel for the defense in the celebrated Chesley Chambers, Monon Express robbery case some 18 years ago, and wrote a fiction novel of the crime that enjoyed a wide sale. Mr. East was a life long member of the Methodist Episcopal church. The members of the Monroe County bar will hold a special meeting this evening to take appropriate action and will attend the funeral in a body. The funeral will be held from the family residence tomorrow, (Tuesday) afternoon at two o'clock, services in charge of Revs. Collins and Kroft. Interment will be at Rose Hill cemetery.

    07/08/2015 07:04:32
    1. [INMONROE] Myrtle Grubb of Ellettsville, Accidentally Shot by Her Sister, Improved
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Myrtle Grubb, of Ellettsville, who was accidentally shot with a revolver by her 17 year old sister yesterday, still lives and there is a good chance for her recovery. The child is now conscious. The bullet entered her right temple, glanced and came out at the side.

    07/08/2015 07:03:59
    1. [INMONROE] Thompson-Sandy Stone Mill at Ellettsville Rebuilt with Insurance Money after Fire
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. The insurance having been paid in full, the Thompson-Sandy stone mill, which recently burned at Ellettsville, will be rebuilt as soon as possible.

    07/08/2015 07:03:29
    1. [INMONROE] Mr. & Mrs. Eph Inman Moved from Washington, Indiana to Indianapolis; Mrs. Inman Former Mabel Perry, Daughter of G. K. Perry
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Eph Inman, a prominent Democratic attorney of Washington, Ind, is moving his family to Indianapolis. Mrs. Inman was formerly Miss Mabel Perry, daughter of the late G. K. Perry.

    07/08/2015 07:03:06
    1. [INMONROE] Mrs. G. M. Stipp of New Decatur, Alabama, Visited Her Parents, Mr. & Mrs. Silas Grimes
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Mrs. G. M. Stipp has returned to New Decatur, Ala., after an extended visit with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Silas Grimes, south of the city.

    07/08/2015 07:02:45
    1. [INMONROE] Mr. & Mrs. Taylor Grimes of Kellerton, Iowa Visited Mr. Grimes' Parents, Mr. & Mrs. Silas Grimes
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Mr. and Mrs. Taylor Grimes, of Kellerton, Ia., are guests of the parents of the former, Mr. and Mrs. Silas Grimes, south of the city.

    07/08/2015 07:02:18
    1. [INMONROE] Mrs. Addison McConkey & Daughter Gladys Visited Mrs. McConkey's Mother in Illinois & Other Relatives at St. Louis, Missouri
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Mrs. Addison McConkey and daughter Gladys left for a visit to relatives at St. Louis, Mo. and to Illinois to visit her mother.

    07/08/2015 07:01:57
    1. [INMONROE] J. B. Foster Sold Lot in Harrodsburg to Gertrude Nance
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. J. B, [sic] Foster has sold a lot in Harrodsburg to Gertrude Nance for $250.

    07/08/2015 07:01:33
    1. [INMONROE] Cluster R. Ellis Sold Land to Myrtle O. Spriggs
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Cluster R. Ellis has sold a tract of land to Myrtle O. Spriggs for $1,000.

    07/08/2015 07:01:10
    1. [INMONROE] Mary Payne Visited Her Aunt Mrs. Thomas Clark at Smithville
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Miss Mary Payne is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Thomas Clark at Smithville.

    07/07/2015 06:26:07
    1. [INMONROE] Jacob Lamb Sold Lot in Dolan's Addition to Eliza Hartman
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Jacob Lamb has sold a lot in Dolan's addition to Eliza Hartman for $300.

    07/07/2015 06:25:46
    1. [INMONROE] Dr. Victor Burkhart Graduated from Chicago Medical School
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Dr. Victor Burkhart, who recently graduated from the Chicago Medical School, is visiting home folks in the south part of the county.

    07/07/2015 06:25:25
    1. [INMONROE] Mr. & Mrs. John Cutright Visited Relatives at Terre Haute
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    3. Bloomington (Bloomington, Monroe County, Indiana) Evening World, July 9, 1910, p. 4. Mr. and Mrs. John Cutright, south of the city, are home from Terre Haute where they have been visiting relatives.

    07/07/2015 06:25:04