Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. Note: The first line of the item identifies the deceased as William Stephenson but he is later referred to as Mr. Johnson. There is a listing in the book County Cemeteries of Monroe, published by the Monroe County Historical Society, 1998, for William Stephenson, buried at Clear Creek Cemetery, with the death date of 29 October 1893 and a birth date of 12 May 1962, p. 110. There is no similar listing for anyone surnamed Johnson in the same cemetery, buried in October 1893. William Stephenson, living about 4 miles southeast of the city, died Sunday morning of typhoid fever. He had been sick about two weeks, and from the first the disease gave evidence of a fatal termination. Mr. Johnson was about 23 years old and was a son-in-law of John Stipp, a well known farmer south of town. He was a model young man in all respects, and held in the highest regard. The funeral will take place at Clear Creek church Tuesday morning, and will be in charge of Rev. L. T. VanCleave. Constance T. Shotts, Ed.D., CG(SM) CG and Certified Genealogist are Service Marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluations by the Board and the board name is a trademark registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. A number of citizens of the county interested in the People's party are formulating plans for the establishment of a paper here. To that end correspondence is being conducted with C. E. Bullington, of Hardinsburg, Ind., who offers to come here and start a paper if 20 citizens will guarantee him $600 in subscriptions, or 600 subscribers at a $1 a year. Fourteen of the 20 to make up the guarantee fund have been secured. Mr. Bullington now publishes a paper called the "People's Champion" at Hardinsburg. Constance T. Shotts, Ed.D., CG(SM) CG and Certified Genealogist are Service Marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluations by the Board and the board name is a trademark registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. Note: Consider Harrell an alternate spelling for Harrel. Charles Harrel died at the home of Jackson Strain, at McDoel, south of Bloomington, Sunday night at 8 o'clock. Mr. Harrel had been sick about three weeks, and his death is peculiarly sad. Rena, the daughter of Jackson Strain, was dangerously sick with typhoid fever, and Mr. Harrel came to the home to assist in nursing her. One morning, while at the well of a neighbor drawing water, he was overcome with something like apoplexy, and since that time he has been in a dangerous condition. Mr. Harrel was 52 years old and was a brother of John, Joseph and James Harrel, well known citizens in the south part of the county. He was not a member of any church. The remains were buried at Clear Creek Monday afternoon. Constance T. Shotts, Ed.D., CG(SM) CG and Certified Genealogist are Service Marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluations by the Board and the board name is a trademark registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. ELLETTSVILLE. Arbor day was observed at the school Friday afternoon in grand style. A tree was planted and named in honor of the principal, I. W. Ray. Prof. Farmer made remarks after which Rev. Baker offered prayers. The school then marched to the school room and listened to an interesting program. Quite a number of visitors were present.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. ELLETTSVILLE. Wm. Bradford and Oscar McHenry were at Worthington the first of the week, and will soon move to that place.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. ELLETTSVILLE. Mrs. Harriet Bough was visiting her daughter, Mrs. Matson, in Bloomington, this week.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. At the Schools. The attendance at the colored school is larger than ever before. Mr. Williams and Miss McDuffy are doing all in their power to make the work interesting, and the building is being furnished with single seats.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. At the Schools. The best proof that Bloomington is growing, at least in one way, is the fact that even with the new building, all the rooms are crowded. Bloomington as an educational center has few equals. The attendance of No. 1 is 101; B class is 58. Parents should make an effort to have their children enroll the first week of school, otherwise they will probably have to drop into the C class in February.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. At the Schools. Miss Ella Wilson, principal of Fair View [sic], and her excellent corps of seven teachers, are getting along nicely in their elegant building. Visitors are cordially invited to call at any time.

I apologize for all the e-mail sent to the list yesterday. I left town early Friday morning, and I programmed everything to go to the list each day in my absence. On Saturday, my son came and worked on my computer and restarted it without re-opening my mail delivery program. When I came home last night and opened it, everything went at once. Again, I apologize for the inconvenience. Randi Richardson

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. At the Schools. Miss Maggie Porch, room 7, is librarian. She has furnished each building with rules and regulations. The Central school and Fairview, can get books any day from 12:45 to 1:30 o'clock.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. ELLETTSVILLE. Fred Benzel and family attended the funeral of Miss Emma Kileber at Spencer, Sunday.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. ELLETTSVILLE. Amie Myers, of Gosport, has been visiting her uncle, Wm. King.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. ELLETTSVILLE. John Matthews, of DePauw university, visited home folks last week.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 4. SMITHVILLE. The enrollment of two rooms of our schools is now 70 pupils; primary 36 and upper room 34...The 7th and 8th year pupils are reading "The Lady of the Lake." They have an edition with notes and show interest. They read once daily and have nearly finished Canto Fifth. Special attention is paid to reading in all the grades...A vote of the pupils was taken to ascertain their opinion as to what three of their number had been most studious this term. Written ballots gave the following result: First honor: Miss Iva Johnson; second honor; Miss May Thrasher; and third honor: Misses Claude Ross, Mertle Fowler, Emma Gaither, and Ollie Johnson...The Friday previous both schools met in the larger room and had pleasant exercises of songs and recitations. Constance T. Shotts, Ed.D., CG(SM) CG and Certified Genealogist are Service Marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluations by the Board and the board name is a trademark registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 1. William Yerian, of Bloomfield, passed through the city Sunday, on his way to Brown county, with two wagon loads of gold digging and washing machinery and also his house hold goods. He will prospect for gold, Mr. Yerian states that from reports, he is confident that gold can be found in paying quantities, but that it will take hard work to get it. Mr. Yerian is an old gold digger, having dug gold in California, before the war. When the war broke out Mr. Yerian enlisted in Dr. Axtell's company, and served faithfully until its close. Since the war he has resided with his family in Green county. Mr. Yerian states that his family that is at Bloomfield will join him in a few days. In connection with this it might be said that a thousand acres of land has been leased in Brown county by a stock company, of which Mr. Johnston and Mr. Yerian of Bloomfield are members. One thing peculiar about the matter is that there has been no quartz found, as yet, but what has been found are particles of pure gold. Constance T. Shotts, Ed.D., CG(SM) CG and Certified Genealogist are Service Marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluations by the Board and the board name is a trademark registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 1. A grand birthday dinner was given by the many friends of Mrs. Carrie Kirby, wife of Dick Kirby, at Clear Creek, on Friday. If the writer should stop with the above, the occasion would not have justice done it, for to appreciate the event one would have to sit at the table that was spread by the good ladies of Clear Creek. The word "grand" doesn't express it; the word "good" only helps to convey a faint idea. There were about 40 persons present, and all enjoyed the day. When the hour of separation came, a happy good will and wish went up, that many more as pleasant days as this may come to Carrie. The success of this day was due in large measure to Mr. and Mrs. Dr. Rice and Mr. and Mrs. Harry Tell. Constance T. Shotts, Ed.D., CG(SM) CG and Certified Genealogist are Service Marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluations by the Board and the board name is a trademark registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 1. Miss Mollie Price, west 6th street, left Friday night for Illinois to attend the funeral of her uncle, Francis Price, who died vey suddenly on his return from a visit to the world's fair.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 1. Judge Miers has decided to hold a special term of court the week of Nov. 27th, at which time the Johnston-Hadden and the Owen-Robertson cases are set for trial.

Bloomington (Monroe County, Indiana) Telephone, October 31, 1893, p. 1. Mrs Smiley, who was called here by the death of Miss Strain, will return home to-morrow. Constance T. Shotts, Ed.D., CG(SM) CG and Certified Genealogist are Service Marks of the Board for Certification of Genealogists, used under license by board certificants after periodic evaluations by the Board and the board name is a trademark registered in the US Patent and Trademark Office.