1903 June
County physician A.J. McClarney picked up Chas. Edwards, a Negro, at Crab Orchard. The man had smallpox and was placed in the pest house. He was thickly broken out but is doing well.
To Teachers – We have decided to hold our county institute for one week only this year in order, if possible, all the schools may be started before the first of August. At that time there will be a complete overhauling of the district and director under the new law.
When you wake up with a bad taste in your mouth go at once to W.S. DeGolia’s drug store and get a free sample of Chamberlain’s Stomach and Liver tablets. One or two doses will make you well. They also cure biliousness, sick headache and constipation.
1929 June
R.L. Hughes of Pomona found a half-dollar in some slag that had been hauled from South Pittsburgh. It bore the date 1845 and was very little worn. This 84 year-old coin as are American coins approximately 100 years old are rare.
When the gas tax goes into effect in Illinois August 1, every state and the District of Columbia will have a gas tax. The taxes produce vast sums which are most generously used in building and maintaining roads.
1993 June
Signed and numbered prints of the original Palace Theater painting by Bob Hoover went on sale. The proceeds go toward restoration of the Palace.
Congressman Jim Cooper appointed Benjamin J. Ford, son of Barry and Mary Ford, as a congressional page for the June 13 to July 10 session of the 1993 summer page term in Washington, D.C. Ben has completed his junior year at CCHS. Congressman Cooper said it is a high-honor to be chosen since there are only 66 pages chosen each term from all across the United States. Academic requirements are very strict. Ben plans to attend law school, practice law and become involved in politics.
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CCHS names Top Ten for Class of 2012
Abigayle Marie Claflin has earned the top spot in the Cumberland County High School Class of 2012, followed by Taylor Nicole Vaden as the class salutatorian.
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Health reform law saves $2.1 billion for 3.6 million Americans with Medicare
Nearly 3.6 million people with Medicare saved $2.1 billion on their prescription drugs in 2011 thanks to the Affordable Care Act according to data issued today by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). Savings for people with Medicare will increase over time.
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BOE ready to present vision to community
After months of work, the Cumberland County Board of Education approved a revised mission statement, belief statements and vision statements in January and is ready to start presenting the document to the community.
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Suspect in road rage incident sought
Crossville Police have a getaway vehicle description, a possible tag number and even a suspect's name, but so far have not been able to apprehend the man wanted in connection with a road rage incident that occurred last Tuesday.
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Water off at Renegade in spite of court order
In spite of a Chancery Court order, at least 84 condominium units and two homes on Renegade Mountain remained without water Monday after the water supply was turned off last Wednesday night.
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Man facing 20 charges sentenced to seven years
A Cumberland County man who went on a crime spree of burglaries and thefts — racking up 20 charges in the process — entered guilty pleas to several charges in Criminal Court and received a total of seven years in prison.
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Schools say thanks to principals Feb. 10
Cumberland County Schools will recognize principals and administrative staff Feb. 10 following a resolution of appreciation by the Cumberland County Board of Education.
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Phoenix School to get classroom, shop area
The former maintenance facility at the Phoenix School will become a classroom and shop facility for an expanded Career and Technical Education program at the alternative school.
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Moving dirt
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