Fifty Years an Odd Fellow M Mayer Celebrates
M Mayer senior of Covington Lodge No 2 marked his 50th year as an Odd Fellow in Covington with about thirty-five members gathered at his Washinton Street home. The lodge presented him a gold diamond badge inscribed Universal and the ceremony included speeches by H C Yount and Rev J H Palmer. The event was described as a life remembrance and a highlight for longtime members. Largest stock of ready made Ladies Skirts at J Loebs Stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington I. C
Mayer
H. C. Yount
J. H. Palmer
New Laws Being Distributed to County Clerks
The 1907 legislature acts are printed and sent to county clerks for distribution. After the final clerk’s receipt arrives, the governor will issue a proclamation and the laws will take effect, subject to court challenges.
Stock Auctioneers Form State Organization in Indianapolis
Twenty seven leading stock auctioneers gathered at the Grand Hotel in Indianapolis and established a state organization. A. G. Maden of the home city was elected president while Col. Travs of Lafayette became secretary and treasurer. A preliminary meeting is planned for May 8, 1907 at the same venue.
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Grand Hotel
Indianapolis
Ol. A. G. Maden
Col. Travs
Lafayette
Obituary of Mary Truman 1822 1907 aged 84
Mary Truman daughter of Jacob and Mary Rhoades born 24 September 1822. Married Thomas Truman 14 March 1850. he died October 1883. They had three sons Lewis Henry Ernest. She died 29 March 1907 aged 84 years 6 months 5 days. Funeral at old home with Elder A R Heath delivering sermon. Interment Mt Hope cemetery.
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Thos. Truman
Lewis
Henry
Ernest
Truman
Feneral
Mitton Wright
A. R Heath
Mt. Hope Cemetery
A Chilly Easter Observed Across Churches
Easter Sunday brought clear skies but a penetrating breeze that kept many in coats. Churches held resurrection themed services with special music, short pastor addresses, and Sunday School children performing drills and recitations amid flowered rostrums.
New Styles Arrive at J. J. Loeb's Suits for Men
Best variety of newest styles of ready made suits at J. J. Loeb's Stores showcasing up to date tailoring for men.
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J. J. Loeb’s
J. Loeb’s
Foster Store Sold to Daniel Ricketts at Foster
Charles Royce sold the Foster general store on invoice last Saturday to Daniel Ricketts who is now in charge and dispensing goods to customers.
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Charles Royce
Foster
Daniel Ricketts
Professor Hill Resigns as City Schools Leader
Professor Hill, principal of the city schools, resigns effective immediately to take a better position. The move ends a tense tenure amid reported genial atmosphere concerns surrounding his leadership.
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Hill
Pension Increase For Henry Hendrickson
Henry Hendrickson received notice last Thursday that his pension is raised from seventeen to twenty four dollars per month, effective from the last quarter. He is described as deserving and to be congratulated on his good luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Hendrickson
Henry
Shawnee man raises barred Plymouth Rock stock in growing poultry trade
Jacob Oland of Shawnee township, noted for high grade barred Plymouth Rocks, reports strong sales across multiple states and Indiana counties. He has 75 chicks three weeks old, emphasizes stock and quality, and recently added birds from Massachusetts and Peru to boost next year’s trade. The note ends with a local ad for suits at J Loeb stores.
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Jacob Oland
Shawnee Township
Plymouth Rock
Indiana
Ed. Brooks
Dakota
Mr. O'and
Oland
Bradly
Massachusetts
Grundy
Peru
Wild bobcat killed near Coal Creek barn by fox hounds
John Crowder of Coal Creek brought the frontier trophy to town after his party killed a four foot four inch female bobcat under John Hathaway’s barn in South Wabash township. The animal weighed about eighteen pounds and will be mounted by a taxidermist.
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John Crowder
Coal Creek
Wabash Township
John Hathaway
Jacob Dotson
Johbn Osborn
Methodist Church Services and Meetings Schedule
Paird Quarterly meeting on April 20 and April 71 is noted. Bible School Sunday morning at 9 30. Epworth League Sunday evening at 6 30. Preaching Sunday morning at 10 45 on The Invisible Things Clearly Seen. Sunday evening at 7 30 message Violent Opposition. Preaching at the Bend Sunday afternoon at 2 20.
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Bible
Epworth League
Death of Mrs Elizabeth Everly 1823 1907
Elizabeth Everly daughter of John and Rebecca Carr born Bell Book Ohio May 1 1823 died March 28 1907 aged 83 years 10 months 28 days. Joined Methodist Episcopal Church at 14 and remained faithful. Moved from Ohio to Rob Roy in 1889. Married Jacob Everly April 16 1846. three boys and two girls born to the union. Survived by son Jas Everly daughters Martha and Rebecca a granddaughter and great granddaughter sister Martha Jones of Parrysville and many relatives. Funeral by Rev J H Palmer at M E church 2 30 PM. interment Mt Hope beside husband. All new spring styles in hats and caps Burton.
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Elizabeth Everly
John
Rebecca Carr
Bell Book
Ohio
Methodist Episcopal Church
Rob Roy
Jacob Everly
George
Charles
Jas. Everly
Martha
Rebecca
Martha Jones
Parrysville
Everly
Mother Everly
J. H. Palmer
M. E
Mt. Hope
High School Notes and Banter Preview Baseball With Attica
The note column records light school chatter from U S History class and Caesar class humor. Principal I N McIntire travels to Indianapolis for Easter. Miss Lara Ward assists math classes for a week. A baseball game is scheduled with Attica. Newest fur and straw hats featured at J Loeb's Store.
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I. N. McIntire
Indianapolis
J. Loeb's
Investigation reports discrepancies in local funds and payments
Expert J. M. Martin found $15.00 in school fund interest paid August 4 1906 and $227.40 discrepancy in transfer fees liquor licenses. He noted $153.25 in tax sale certificates tax deeds and school mortgage fees with full payment of discrepancies. Total $395.65 in Bell accounts. amount paid and corrected while in office. Readymade wear by J Loeb’s Stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. M. Martin
Board of Commissioners
Bell
Bells
Presbyterian Church Communion Adds Thirteen Members
The Presbyterian Church reports thirteen new members joined last Sunday morning, twelve on confession of faith, with a special musical service at night. The usual preaching services will be held next Sunday. Also note a New York Dentists appearance at Tremont Hotel on Saturday for dental attention.
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New York
Tremont Hotel
Meetings of Presbytery in Crawfordsville
The Presbyterian church will host Crawfordsville Presbytery on April 15 and 16 as part of the Indiana Synod. The body, with 41 ministers and 56 sessions, is among the largest in the Synod with about 75 ministers and elders expected. Two popular public meetings will be held alongside business sessions all day. The full program will be announced next.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Crawfordsville
Synod of Indiana
el Ders
Eld
Meeting of Citizens League at City Hall April 9 1907
A Citizens League gathering is set for City Hall on Tuesday evening April 9 1907. Members are urged to attend. W N White serves as president.
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Citizens League
W. N. White
Marriage Licenses Issued This Week by Clerk Madden
The past week saw marriage licenses issued by Clerk Madden for S. Clint Rhodes and Katharine B. Coleman, and Thomas Trott and Nellie M. Ennis.
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Clerk Madden
S. Clint
Rhodes
Katharine B. Coleman
New Civil Actions Filed in Circuit Court
Russell A. Warrick sues Wm A Marquess on account. Wm H Goodwine sues the C I S Ry for damages, venued from Warren county. Frank G Goodwine sues the C I S Ry for damages, venued from Warren county.
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Russell A. Warrick
Wm. A. Marquess
Wm H. Goodwine
Warren County
Frank G. Goodwine
Seed Corn for Sale Reed's Yellow Dent Corn
400 bushels of Reed's Yellow Dent corn for sale at 1.50 per bushel. Five lots offered with guarantee to grow. Call to examine. daprat Thos Bodine.
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Bodine
Rhodes Coleman and S Clint Rhodes Wedding
Rhodes Coleman and S Clint Rhodes were married at the family home on Seventh Street at 4 p.m. Sunday. The Rev Walthall performed the ceremony before about thirty five guests. The couple, highly esteemed in the county, received congratulations and a decorated home reception followed.
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S. Clint Rhodes
Samuel ‘Rhodes
Crossport
Commissioners Court approves bridges and licenses in four day session
The board of commissioners met in regular session for four days and transacted much business. They settled with the county auditor and treasurer, let contracts for six bridges including Harry and Marshall to Veedersburg Machine Works and Attica Bridge Company for other bridges, and awarded grades to Richland township firms. J B Souler received a license to sell vinous and malt liquors. The viaduct improvement was not accepted and remains open.
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Board of Commissioners
Harry and Marshall
Veedersburg Machine Works
Attica Bridge Company
Madigan, Graham, Britt and Shultz
Apon
W. T. Mellett
Frank Pogue
Richland Township
J. B. Souler
Thareday
Seated Buggy and Harness Offered in Quire
A two seated buggy with side lamps fenders and a fine stanhope and harness are listed in the quire of P. H. Larrance. The notice indicates an item description for potential sale or inventory.
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P. H. Larrance
Eye Glasses Quest Amid Murky OCR Fragments
Fragmentary notice mentions Capt Wesley Walker and Danville police force with names Henry Ramser and Dr Gilson. Provides unclear guidance about eye care, a visit on a Friday and a family Faith awaiting guests. Indicates a local social or civic context with scattered proper nouns.
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Wesley Walker
Danville
Henry Ramser
Engh
Dr. Gilson
Also Mentioned on This Page
M. Mayer
Covington
Mary (Rhoades) Truman
Jacob Rhoades
Mary (Fox) Rhoades
Pennsylvania
Franklin
Mary
Lwk
Prof
Methodist Church Services
Burton
Caesar
Attica
Lara Ward
Kaufman
Harrison
Lie
Dreasmakers
Hunt
Kerr’s. Finder
Oscar Kerr
James T. Bell
Meeting of
Thomas Trott and
Ne'lie M. Ennis
Circuit Court
Rhodes Coleman
Commissioners Court
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