Fire devastates Independence as livery barn burns
An early morning blaze destroyed McClatchey and Buck’s livery barn and neighboring buildings in Independence, killing twelve horses and two autos. The flames also damaged residences, a hardware store, post office, and a blacksmith shop, with total losses around $12,000 and limited insurance coverage. Firefighters and nearby towns assisted, but water access curtailed efforts.
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Independence
Watsr
McClatchey and Buck
John G. Herschman
Arnett McFerren
Dr. Jones
White
McFerren
James W. Gray
Milo Stafford
Grover Steadman
Henry Marvin
Marvin
Newlin Yount
Arnett
Riverside
Attica
Williamsport
Newlin H. Yount
McFerrens
Charles White
Frank Jones
Rainsville
Wallace Steadman
Steadman
Mel Stewart
Altho
Clara Buck
Steidman
Buck
Munson
Pine Village
Attica Fire Company
Baptist Church
Herschman
Charles Doty
Fred Buck
Standard
North Warren
Europe
James C. Jones
Luke II
McClatchey
Judge Schoonover
Mr. Buck
Jasper McClatchey
Gray
Christmas Morning Fire Destroys Attic In Jackson Street House
A.P. Nave spotted smoke from the Jordan property at Jackson and Council on Christmas morning. Firefighters faced delays due to a distant hydrant and inadequate hose, but eventually contained the blaze after the attic burned. The brick house, built over 50 years ago and recently vacated by the McKees, suffered attic and interior smoke damage. insurance covers the loss.
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A. P. Nave
Jordan
Jackson
Council Street
Ouh House
John McKeen
McKee
Chicago
Roy Crone
McKees
Mr. Crone
Thrilling scene on the towpath ends in assault charge
The Towpath train incident led to Harry Crain of Covington being jailed on $500 bond for assault with intent to murder as he allegedly moved to draw a weapon during a confrontation with Sheriff Kerr and deputy on a Covington bound journey. The case also involves recovery of a revolver linked to a prior theft.
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Harry Crain
Covington
Mort Crain
Michigan City
Marshall DeHaven
Kerr
Crain
Harry
Abe Pearson
Allen Schaff
Will Finfrock Lands Appointment As Oil Inspector
Will Finfrock, a Democrat, has been named oil inspector for the district including Fountain, Montgomery, and Boone counties. The position, previously held by the late Henry Schlosser, pays $1200 to $1500 annually. Finfrock will assume the post February 1 and serve until his successor is appointed. The choice followed party backing and personal connections within the Democratic ranks.
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Will Finfrock
Indianapolis
Henry Schlosser
Schlosser
Finfrock
James H. Fry
Fountain
Montgomery
Boone Counties
Grocers May Try New Delivery Plan in Attica
Grant county resident Burr Mackey proposes a delivery scheme for Attica grocers using multiple wagons and drivers to serve all city areas. A meeting will decide if the plan is practical and may lead to three daily deliveries. Local notes mention Mr and Mrs Fred Purnell returning from Veedersburg and Mr and Mrs Oscar Fenters visiting Williamsport.
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Burr Mackey
Grant County
Attica
Mackey
George Eade
Mr. Mackey
National Plant Sale Saturday At Attica In Reorganization
The National Car Coupler Co plans a Saturday sale of its plant real estate and equipment at its Chicago office after its charter expired. A Chicago stockholder sought an injunction but was denied. the firm will reorganize in Indiana with new charter and headquarters, affecting Attica interests.
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Charles W. Rhode
Attica
Rob Roy
Chicago
National Car Coupler Co
Steel Trust
Illinois
National
Attica Land and Improvement Company
Harrison
Converse
Marion
Messrs Harrison and Doster
Milford
Chicago Law Journal
J. W. Harrison
Althe
Indiana
Isley Wins $1000 Damages From Attica City Court
In Covington circuit court a jury awarded J P Isley $1000 damages against the city of Attica for the opening of Brady Street through the Lithia hotel property. The trial featured a bitter attack on Reed Harrison and Purviance by Ike Nebeker, attorney for the plaintiff. The municipal council met Monday but took no action due to two absences.
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Covington
J. P. Isley
Attica
Brady Street
Lithia Hotel
Messr. Reed, Harrison and
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Forest Hall
Lafayette
Daily Tribune
Newton B. Delaney
Peru
Ottie Vaughn-Henderson
Ernest Phillips
Robert
Grocers
Fred Purnell
Veedersburg
Oscar Fenters
Jacob Oland
Hillside
William C. Smith
Liberty Township
Purdue University
Hare
Wabash Valley
Warren Republican
National Plant
Isley
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