Connersville Times, Feb. 11, 1903

LIBERTY COURT

HOUSE DAMAGED

Narrow escape from total destruction by fire

A fire in the basement of the Union County's new courthouse, Monday night, damaged the building at least $3,000, with no insurance.

The fire originated in the closets, probably from a cigar stump. As the woodwork burned, the flames reached a 50-gallon kerosene can which exploded, carrying the fire to all the basement rooms.

The upstairs offices and courtroom are damaged by greasy smoke and soot. The building is supposed to be almost fireproof.

Note: Almost, but not quite.

Kerosene can just happened to be near where the cigar stump was accidentally left. No insurance, huh?

AN INCORRIGIBLE COW

The animal kicked Mrs. Peter Volz in the stomach

Mrs. Peter Volz was the victim of a vicious cow Wednesday afternoon at her home west of the city.

The lady had gone into the barnyard to do the evening's milking and was in the act of taking her seat under the cow, when the beast unexpectedly kicked her just over the stomach.

The blow was of such force that the woman was rendered unconscious for seven hours. Dr. J.R. Mountain was called and succeeded in restoring her to consciousness and today, reports her condition greatly improved. It will be some time, however, before she will be able to undertake her usual farm duties.

Note: Different cow next time?