The Switzerland County, Indiana, Commissioners’ proceedings appeared in:
Vevay Reveille – 12 Sep 1874 – Page 4, Column 2

The Commissioners

Of this County met in regular Session last Monday. Among other business transacted was the following:

David Scott was qualified as Commissioner from the 1st District, vice Wm. M. Patton, whose term of office expired.

In the matter of petition of F. M. Rous and others, for vacation of road in Cotton Township. The petition was granted and road ordered to be closed.

In the matter of petition of James Rayl and others for vacation of road in York Township. Americus Benedict, James McFadden and Aaron Miller were appointed viewers.

It having been stated that the bridges over Wade’s Run and Grant’s Creek were in bad condition and needed repairing, Martin G. Keeney, County Surveyor, was ordered to examine the bridges and report next Monday, 14th, what repairs are needed.

The County Treasurer, Augustus Welch, reported that during the quarter ending Sept. 1, he had redeemed orders amounting to $13,510.09, which were cancelled and burned.

There being but little business, Tuesday evening they adjourned to meet next Monday, 14th inst. Persons having business with the county should present it at that time.