Man arrested for being drunk

Officers Wilson and John T. Lucas arrested a stranger on East Cherry street, and after searching their man thought they had run up against a "Scotty" or a John D. Rockefeller in disguise. The stranger wore a duck coat and very plain trousers but when they searched the clothing were surprised to find $269. The officers locked the stranger up and then secured a bushel basket to carry the money to Chief of Police Janes. The stranger appeared before Police Judge Webb this morning and pleaded guilty to the charge of being intoxicated and paid a fine of $25 and costs. The remainder of his money was returned and the stranger proceeded on his way, leaving the city on an afternoon train. He gave his name as William Barker and stated he was from North Dakota.

75 years ago

Snake-poisoned soup caused 41 deaths

London, Dec. 8 -- Forty students and their cook collapsed and died shortly after luncheon at a mission hostelry in Bombay, an Exchange Telegraph dispatch from that city reported today.

A snake was reported found among the utensils used in preparation of the soup, rendering it highly poisonous.

50 years ago

Leek's store to open here Friday night

Harold Fowler has announced that the Grand Opening of the new Leek's store will be held tomorrow night between the hours of 7 and 9.

Workmen have been busy for several weeks at the site of the old Smoke House, 108 East Cherry, completely remodeling it for the occupancy of the new clothing store.

A modern front glass and brick has been installed and all interior fixtures are of blond wood.