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The Kokomo Tribune
Howard County, Indiana
November 22, 1955
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William L. Brown, 21, Waldron was killed today when his car smashed into
the side of a New York Central freight train at a crossing in
Shelbyville.Howard County, Indiana
November 22, 1955
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Contributed by Janet McColley Franklin
The Kokomo Tribune
June 26, 1934
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Held for Drunk Driving
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Gerald Brown, 32, of Shelbyville was arrested here Monday under a charge
of drunken driving. He was slated to appear before Judge George Shenk in
city court.June 26, 1934
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Held for Drunk Driving
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Contributed by Janet McColley Franklin
The Kokomo Tribune
July 18, 1933
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MYSTERY SEEN IN AUTO WRECK
FATAL TO TWO
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NOTE INDICATES COLLISION
MAY HAVE BEEN PLANNED
BY EX-CONVICT
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Shelbyville, Ind., July 17July 18, 1933
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MYSTERY SEEN IN AUTO WRECK
FATAL TO TWO
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NOTE INDICATES COLLISION
MAY HAVE BEEN PLANNED
BY EX-CONVICT
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Passengers in an automobile that was wrecked Saturday, killing two persons, agreed today authorities said that Fred Brown, 50, of Boggstown, an ex-convict, was the driver. When first questioned some of them differed as to whether Brown or George Reed, of Boggstown was driving. An element of mystery has been injected into the case by the finding in Brown's pocket of a note threatened the lives of Mrs. Reed and her two daughters, Freda Davis, 16, who was killed, and Florence Davis, 11. Brown himself was the other victim of the wreck. The other occupants of the car, Mr. and Mrs. Reed, Florence Davis and Daniel Brown, also on parole and brother of Fred Brown, were injured when the car left a straight stretch of road near Boggstown and was wrecked in a ditch. Brown's note expressed resentment over opposition of Mr. and Mrs. Reed to his attentions to the younger daughter. Authorities saw in his threat and the tragedy that possibly Brown had intentionally wrecked the car.
Contributed by Janet McColley Franklin
The Shelbyville Republican
Friday April 24, 1925
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DIVORCE TO WIFE
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In the complaint for a divorce filed by
Leo Brown against Catherine
Brown, the defendant was granted a divorce in the Shelby Circuit Court by
Judge Harry C. Morrison, on her cross-complaint. She was also granted the
custody of their child. The husband was ordered to pay Mrs. Brown’s attorney
fees and to pay $4 a week for the support of the child.Friday April 24, 1925
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DIVORCE TO WIFE
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Contributed by Barb Huff
The Shelby Republican
Thursday November 6, 1924
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WIFE ASKS ALLOWANCE
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In the complaint for a divorce which was filed in the Shelby circuit court by
Leo Brown against Catherine Brown, Mrs. Brown has filed a petition
for an allowance through her attorneys Henry and McLane. She states that one son
was born to them, and asks that the court order her husband to pay her an
allowance of ten dollars a week for the support of herself and child, and $25
for attorney’s fees. Mrs. Brown states that she has an excellent defense to
the case which her husband has filed.Thursday November 6, 1924
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WIFE ASKS ALLOWANCE
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Contributed by Barb Huff
The Shelby Republican
Thursday July 10, 1924
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DIVORCE GRANTED
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Mary S. Brown was granted a divorce from Reuben Brown
by Judge Harry C. Morrison, in the Shelby Circuit Court, Monday evening. The
husband dismissed a cross-complaint which he had filed. The plaintiff’s former
name of Mary S. Fox was ordered restored by the court.Thursday July 10, 1924
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DIVORCE GRANTED
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Contributed by Barb Huff
The Shelby Republican
Thursday March 6, 1924
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DIVORCE SUIT FILED BY WIFE
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Mrs. Mary S. Brown Seeking Legal Separation
From Reuben Brown
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Mrs. Mary S. Brown, 711 Main street, has filed a complaint
for a divorce against Reuben Brown, in the Shelby Circuit Court. The
plaintiff also asks that the court restore her former name of Mary S. Fox.
Emerson Brunner represents Mrs. Brown.Thursday March 6, 1924
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DIVORCE SUIT FILED BY WIFE
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Mrs. Mary S. Brown Seeking Legal Separation
From Reuben Brown
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The complaint states that the couple was married April 2, 1921, and separated February 14, 1924. Mrs. Brown alleges that her husband failed to provide for her. She says that he shook her and otherwise abused her. During the three years they were married, the plaintiff says that her husband abandoned her on five occasions. Mrs. Brown states that she worked in a cigar factory here to support herself and three children by a former marriage.
The plaintiff asserts that her husband refused to permit her to speak to her friends and that he refused to permit her relatives and friends to visit her at home.
Contributed by Barb Huff
The Shelby Republican
Thursday November 1, 1923
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SAYS HUBBY WAS POOR PROVIDER
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Mrs. Mary S. Brown Filed Suit For A Divorce
From Husband, Reuben Brown
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SEPARATED FOUR TIMES
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Alleging that she was compelled to purchase all of her own
clothing, part of their provisions, and part of the household goods, Mrs. Mary
S. Brown, of this city, has filed a complaint for a divorce in the Shelby
circuit court, against Reuben Brown. Wray & Sullivan represent the
plaintiff.Thursday November 1, 1923
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SAYS HUBBY WAS POOR PROVIDER
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Mrs. Mary S. Brown Filed Suit For A Divorce
From Husband, Reuben Brown
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SEPARATED FOUR TIMES
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The couple was married April 2, 1921, and separated October 20, 1923. The wife says her husband abandoned her four times in the two and on-half years they were married. She charges that he cursed and abused her and at times refused to speak to her.
Mrs. Brown asks for a divorce, for the possession of their household goods, and for $50 attorney’s fees.
Contributed by Barb Huff
The Shelbyville Democrat
Saturday, March 15, 1919
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Saturday, March 15, 1919
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Coming and Going
of our Army and Navy Men |
Mrs. Clarence Brown, of Walkerville, received word Friday of the arrival of her brother, Norman W. Palmer, in New York, yesterday. Private Palmer is a member of the 5th Corps, Park Artillery.
Contributed by Phyllis Fleming
The Shelby Democrat
Thursday, July 27, 1916
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The fire department made a quick run about ten-thirty o'clock this morning to 618* south Pike street, the alarm coming from box
42, corner Harrison and Locust streets. The fire was at the home of Mrs. Ben Brown and caused but slight damage, a hole being burned in the roof. The fire was caused from a defective flue and had extinguished before the department arrived.Thursday, July 27, 1916
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Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
* House number could be 518; there is a wrinkle in the paper.
The Shelby Democrat
Thursday, January 9, 1913
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Mr. and Mrs. George
Brown, of Howard street, are caring for a fine boy baby that arrived
at their home Saturday night.Thursday, January 9, 1913
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Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
The Shelbyville Democrat
Friday May 27, 1910
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BROWN SAYS HIS WIFE
WOULD NOT COOK MEALS
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Another Divorce Complaint Filed in Circuit Court
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Plaintiff Wants Custody of Daughter
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Frank Brown has instituted divorce proceedings in the Shelby Circuit
court against his wife, Ora Brown. The couple were married June 7, 1904,
and lived together as husband and wife until April 29, 1910. Mr. Brown charges
his wife with cruel and inhuman treatment and says that she has been guilty of
committing adultery with certain men on divers occasions. The complaint states
that Mrs. Brown referred to her husband in uncomplimentary terms and refused to
cook his meals for him.Friday May 27, 1910
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BROWN SAYS HIS WIFE
WOULD NOT COOK MEALS
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Another Divorce Complaint Filed in Circuit Court
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Plaintiff Wants Custody of Daughter
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Up until the time of their separation the couple resided at the corner of Pike and Mechanic streets. The plaintiff charges that the defendant is not a fit person to take care of their daughter and only child and asks the court to grant him the custody of the child. Up until the separation the Browns conducted a boarding house and Mr. Brown was employed in the local factories. Several weeks ago Mrs. Duffy, a sister of the defendant, filed an affidavit against Brown, charging him with provoke, and he paid a fine in the court of Justice Pryor as a result Mrs. Brown and her sister reside on Hamilton street.
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Shelby County, Indiana Marriages
Frank Brown & Ora Meek
June 7, 1905
Book 18 page 19
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Contributed by Barb HuffShelby County, Indiana Marriages
Frank Brown & Ora Meek
June 7, 1905
Book 18 page 19
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The Shelbyville Republican
Tuesday, September 15, 1908
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MARRIED TODAY
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Miss Krebs Becomes Bride of Fred A. Brown
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Mr. Fred A. Brown,
son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Brown, and Miss Anna,
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Krebs, of Elizabeth street, were
united in marriage this morning at ten o'clock, the Rev. O. A. Cook, pastor of
the First Baptist Church, performing the marriage ceremony. Mr. and
Mrs. Brown left this afternoon on a week's honey moon trip, which they
will spend at Vevay. Upon their return to this city they will reside at
266 West Hendricks street. Mr. Brown is a rural route mail carrier.
Congratulations are extended to the young people by their numerous friends.Tuesday, September 15, 1908
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MARRIED TODAY
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Miss Krebs Becomes Bride of Fred A. Brown
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Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
The Shelbyville Daily Democrat
Wednesday, September 20, 1905
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Dr. W. H. Kennedy
was called to the home of Frank Brown on east Franklin street
this morning and before leaving presented Mr. and Mrs. Brown with a boy.Wednesday, September 20, 1905
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Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
The Daily Democrat
Tuesday September 19, 1905
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Lizzie Brown has filed a suit against her husband, George
Brown, charging him with assault and battery. The man was taken before
Squire Keith this afternoon and gave bond for his appearance to answer to the
charge on next Friday night. At the office of the Squire he was arrested on the
charge preferred against him at noon today by Mrs. Anderson, who alleges
that he assaulted her with a knife, having had the intent to commit murder.
At
the time of going to press, Brown, in the custody of an officer, was hunting for
someone to go on a bond of $200 that he would answer to the latter charge.Tuesday September 19, 1905
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Contributed by Barb Huff
The Shelbyville Democrat
June 1, 1904
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SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION.
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The convention of the Shelby County Sunday School association was held at London, Ind., May 21st, 1904. The convention was opened by devotional exercise led by Rev. Mr. Brown of the London M. E. church.June 1, 1904
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SUNDAY SCHOOL CONVENTION.
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The address of the day was made by E. W. Halpenny, Secretary of the State association. Mrs. E. W. Halpenny, State Superintendent Primary department, Mr. Meigs, former State Sunday school worker.
Mr. Halpenny began the work of the day by a most profitable talk on the object of teaching, illustrations and devices for impressing and explaining the subject to be taught.
Mrs. Halpenny soon proved to her hearers the wisdom of their choice in one who was master of her subject. Her discussion was most valuable to all workers. She spoke earnestly in behalf of separate room for primary department.
Attention to physical comfort of the child's working utensils, graduation of schools and questions arising in the mind of every teacher.
The afternoon session closed with the election of the following officers:
President, Rev. Newton M. Wray.
Frist Vice President, W. McCain.
Second Vice President, J. F. Carney.
Secretary and Treasurer, Chas. W. Harrison.
Home Department, Mrs. Ann Voris.
Normal Department, Riley Sedgwick.
Primary Department, Miss Ethel Means.
County Delegates to State Convention, Rev. Newton M. Wray and Miss Ethel Means.
With enthusiastically tendered resolutions of thanks by the guests to the people of London and their pastor for the royal entertainment and warm-hearted co-operation the session adjourned, to await the appearance of the well known Mr. Meggs.
"I am glad to be back with an Indiana audience again," said Mr. Meggs. Mr. Meggs then spoke for awhile on teachers. Teachers depend too much on lesson help, instead of the Bible. Use your dictionary freely in preparation of lessons. The weakest part of the Sunday school is the teacher because so few teachers do their best at their lessons. Teaching is imparting information to others which they do not already know. There are three classes of teachers -- poor, good, best. Mr. Meggs ended his remarks with this good advice: "Train up a child the way it should go, and keep in the middle of the road yourself."
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
The Shelbyville Daily Democrat
Friday, September 22, 1899
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Frank Brown, a
well-known resident of near Ray's Crossing, is confined to his home from typhoid
fever.Friday, September 22, 1899
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Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
The Shelbyville
Daily Democrat
Wednesday, June 25, 1890
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Walter Brown has been quite sick
for several days past.Wednesday, June 25, 1890
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Copied by Phyllis Miller Fleming
The Shelby Democrat
January 24, 1889
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The sale of
the personal property of the late Mary Brown took place on
Saturday. January 24, 1889
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Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
The Shelbyville Daily Democrat
Wednesday, January 27, 1886
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L O C A L N E W S.
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Mrs. Sylvester Brown
and the two Misses Shadley joined the Baptist Church last
night.Wednesday, January 27, 1886
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L O C A L N E W S.
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Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming
