Improvements Loom for Williamsport Businesses This Summer
Rumors from across the river say Williamsport will see major business district improvements this summer. Gus Broadie’s newly styled hardware store leads the trend as B J Winger moves his drug store next door with mahogany fixtures. The Williamsport bank considers a rest room and new fittings, while Warren County Bank plans extensive renovations including a possible full interior reconfiguration. Other projects include Link Messner expanding his dry goods store and new residences for Lee Yocom and Emory Hoover. An accident at Attea meat market injured Lewis Bader, likely ending in a few days off. The Ravine park high bridge is being repainted.
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Williamsport
Gus Broadie
Boston Dry Goods
B. J. Winger
Broadie
Williamsport State Bank
Altho
Warren County Bank
Bank
Joe Biggs
Bettie Luppold
Link Messner
Messner
Attea
Lewis Bader
Hatler the Hatter Highlights New Lion Collar Styles
Hatler showcases bold lion collar designs as part of its latest fashion line. The collection features varied widths and ornate details appealing to trendsetters seeking striking headwear accents.
Supt Livengood Honored by State Board Appointment
Fountain county school chief Manford Livengood was named by Governor Ralston to the Indiana state board of education for a four year term, succeeding Jesse C. Webb. The appointment came as a surprise, with the board overseeing state educational policy and pay varying by days worked.
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Manford Livengood
Fountain County
Ralston
State Board of Education
Mr. Livengood
Jesse C. Webb
Johnson County
Indianapolis
Livengood
Wells Fargo and Western Union move to Calvert room
At agent Wagner’s suggestion Wells Fargo Express Co and Western Union Telegraph Co officials have joined in leasing the Calvert room, formerly Theatorium, and will move offices once the lease is signed by company vice presidents. J Frank McDermond may use the current express room.
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Wagner
Wells-Fargo Express Co
Western Union Telegraph Co
Theatorium
J. Frank McDermond
New Delivery Truck for Hock & Rucker Arrives in City
The firm received a new delivery truck of the same type as used by McDermond store and placed Harry Mortimore in charge as driver. The vehicle went into immediate service, promising significant utility for operations.
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Hock & Rucker
McDermond
Harry Mortimore
Death came suddenly Mrs Mary Ellen Houts dies at 64
Mrs Mary Ellen Houts widow of Cyrus B Houts died about 2 00 Thursday morning after a two hour illness from an apoplectic stroke She had been well the previous day and directed her children for a final farewell before losing consciousness She leaves three sons Ed Melvin and Chancelor and a daughter Ethel Haines all residents of nearby townships Funeral at 9 30 Saturday at the family home with burial at Green Bay cemetery
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Mary Ellen Houts
Cyrus B. Houts
Davis Township
Attica
Melvin
Ethel Haines
Chancelor
Green Bay Cemetery
Auto Kick Breaks Preacher Arm in Rockville
Reverend A C Northrop pastor of Williamsport Methodist Church injured while cranking his own car during a Rockville visit. The crank handle struck his right arm breaking the bone just above the wrist. He had his family return by train and hired a driver to bring him and the car home.
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A. C. Northrop
Williamsport
Rockville
Sensational damage suit in Warren County court
Bert VanReed sues George Weidenheimer for 10000 alleging alienation of his wife Bessie Van Reed. A parallel criminal case accuses Mrs Reed and Weidenheimer of adultery, set for May 15. The Will iam Walden house contract goes to J H Ryan. foundation done, framing begun. Mr and Mrs Richardson visit Mt Ayr. Mrs Richardson turns 80, Mrs Richardson 81. Elma Thompson hosts a wedding shower for Lillis Beasley Meek with gifts.
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Warren County
Bert VanReed
Byron VanReed
George Weidenheimmer
Bessie van Reed
D.L. Richardson
C. W. Postill
Mt. Ayr
Reisselaer
Richardson
Mrs. Richardson
Lillis Beasley Meek
Elma Thompson
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Lee Yocom
Emory Hoover
Jet Davis
Yocom
Judge
J. E. Schoonover
Covington
Harry Wilbur
Martha
Ravine Park
Canada Street
Burr Mackey
Hatler the
Hatter
Eare
Schwartz
Hildren
J. A. Coffing
Attica, Ind
Hallet & Davis Pianos
Virtuoso Player Pianos
Preacher
Mrs. Knowles
Wilson Knowles
A. M. Knowles
Independence
James Reynolds
United Brethern Church
A. W. Jackman
Wingate
Crawfordsville High School
Crawfordsville
Wingate Boys
Musical Art Society
Buchanan’s
Colonado
Kathryn Martin
J. S. Nave
Thomas Crigler
Mary McFayden
J. D. Allen
Lee Hildebrand
Will Reynolds
Riverside
Lde Ib
White City Market
America
Goodyear Rubber Company
Crossette
Douglas
Louis Nathan
William Walden
J.H. Ryan
Attica Lumber Company
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