Red Men Celebrate Annual Meeting and History Lesson
The Improved Order of Red Men marks its history from colonial roots to a large modern membership. Covington hosts the district meeting next Thursday with about three thousand members from 29 tribes expected in the city. Covington welcomes them.
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Covington
The
Order
Fountain
Warren
Montgomery
Boone
Tippecanoe
Putnam
Parke
Benton
Vermillion
Newton
Clinton
Stock Sale at Fountain County Farm April 20 1904
Public sale to begin at 12 o clock m at my farm one and a half miles east of the County Farm Fountain County selling head of grade Short Horn milk cows including a calf, three grade yearling bulls two pure blood Short Horn bulls six and sixteen months old plus numerous pure blood Poland China hogs.
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Fountain County
Terms of Sale for Nerval Smith Auction
Terms of sale cash or on four months credit to those needing it. Credit notes drawing 7 percent interest from date of sale. Nerval Smith A G. Maiden, Auctioneer.
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Nerval Smith
Levees Damaged by High Waters Across Townships
The Wabash and Fulton township levee association and the Fountain to Attica levee protecting bottom lands suffered extensive damage from rising waters. Unfinished segments need major reconstruction, and much work remains to restore protection.
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Wabash and
Fulton Township Levee Association
Fountain and
Attica
Local Trustees and Township Nominations Reported
Trustees from multiple townships met with the county commission and superintendent to file reports and settle accounts. Nominations noted include Robert Krout for trustee and Bent Wilson for assessor, with Republicans yet to nominate. Local residents and officials are active in county and township business and elections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Fine
Charles Short
Sam Purnell
Willy H. Thompson
John Trott
Henry Ramser
Robert Krout
Jackson Township
Bent Wilson
County Officer Act Declared Unconstitutional
County officers term law challenged after court found the act unconstitutional. Judge Rabb ruled the 1908 provision delaying terms beyond January 1 invalid, risking longer service than the four year constitutional limit without election. Cases in Warren and Hendricks counties test the law’s reach on county treasurer terms and certification of nominations.
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Rabb
Warren County
Treasu Rer
Addison C. Harris
Indianapolis
Warren County Committee
Hendricks County
James Bilsland Dies After Long Illness
James Bilsland, longtime resident born December 8, 1836 on a farm north of Covington, died Thursday at 10:30 am in his city home after Bright's disease. He was a Mason, Odd Fellow, and member of the Horse Thief Detective association. Funeral services by the Masonic lodge and Rev. Palmer will be held Sunday at 2:30 pm from Bend church. cortege leaves at 1:30 pm. Interment in Bend cemetery. A note follows about local political remarks by W R Stout and pledge to serve all citizens as a Republican candidate.
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James Bilsland
Bright
James Eberly
Horse Thief Detective Association
Masonic Lodge
Palmer
Bend
Opening Baseball Game At Fairgrounds April Ninth
The first game of the season features Covington and Attica high schools at the fairgrounds in this city on April 9. Both squads trained early and expect a good contest with fair scoring. Each team will give likely players a chance to compete, as Indiana High School Athletic Association members, they pursue strong schedules in baseball and track.
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Fairgrounds
Covington and
Attica
Indiana High School Athletic Association
Newtown Bank Opened Under Ed Harris Leadership
Veedersburg’s praise recalls a new bank in Newtown led by Cashier Ed Harris formerly deputy auditor. Deposits exceeded expectations and a fire proof vault promises convenience as the community backs the venture and The News forecasts bright prospects.
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Ed Harris
Veedersburg News
Newtown
Newtown Bank
Death of Mrs Anna Ritz in this city
Mrs Anna Ritz widow of the late Jacob Ritz died at her home on April 6. Born in Switzerland January 19, 1825 she married November 24, 1860 and came to this country October 25, 1880. Funeral services by Rev Palmer at 2 p m today with interment at Mt Hope.
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Anna Ritz
Jacob Ritz
Switzerland
M. Mayer, Sr
Death of Henry Jones a Shawnee native dies in Danville
Henry Jones, longtime Shawnee township resident, died at his Danville home last Wednesday. His remains were taken to Beulah church near Rob Roy for funeral services held Thursday afternoon. Jones was among the county's best known residents and had moved to Danville about a year ago.
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Henry Jones
Shawnee Township
Danville
Beulah Church
Rob Roy
Mrones
Tomato and Pea Seed Distribution Notice
Tomato and pea seed items are prepared for distribution to raise funds or support. The notice indicates readiness for shipment or sale to assist a program or project.
Granted a Divorce for Mrs Clara Reeves from William Reeves
Mrs. Clara RB. Reeves filed for divorce from William M. Reeves ex prosecute attorney. Court granted decree with custody of their thirteen year old daughter. Defendant ordered to pay $15 quarterly for the daughter’s education and maintenance until age eighteen. No contest. Crawfordsville Review.
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Clara RB. Reeves
William M. Reeves
West
Crawfordsville
Eighty First Birthday Celebrated for Mrs. Sewell
Mrs. Kuseba Sewell and her immediate family marked her eighty first birthday last Friday at the home of her daughter Mrs. E. H. Nebeker. Dinner was served and a pleasant time enjoyed. Though frail, she is well preserved for her age and hopes to be spared for many years.
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Kuseba Sewell
E. H. Nebeker
Easter Offering At M E Sunday School Totals 81.67
The M E Sunday School at this place reports a strong Easter collection. Morning classes raised 79.37 dollars while evening services added 5.30 dollars for a grand total of 81.67 dollars. The report praises the school and its growth potential.
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M. E
This Place
Veedersburg Republicans Nominate City Ticket
In a mass convention, Veedersburg Republicans nominated their city slate. Frank Bingham for Mayor Louis Ott for Treasurer John Walker for Clerk and Harry Wetz for Marshal. The ticket is presented as strong and likely to win.
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Veedersburg
Frank Bingham
Louis Ott
John Walker
Harry Wetz
Marshall
Easter Sermon At Local Church Praised By Attendees
The Easter sermon at the M E church was preached by Dr Winchester of Taylor University. It was well attended and highly enjoyed by all. He made many friends during his visit and left a strong impression for the institution.
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Easster
M. E
Winchester
Taylor University
Covington Modest Compare The News With Henaty County Papers
Modest Covington editor claims local paper measures up to peers in Henaty County. Reads like a brief city-page contrast, noting local coverage and community focus without sensationalism.
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Henaty County
Crawfordsville Gains Dual Electric Routes to Indianapolis
The town will have two electric roads to Indianapolis one direct and another via Lebanon. The Lebanon route should be ready within ninety days while the direct line is expected by fall. One line may reach Danville Illinois then Chicago the other possibly to Chicago from Crawfordsville. The move boosts Crawfordsville as a future electric center and reflects bold city push.
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Crawfordsville
Indianapolis
Lebanon
Danville
Ill
Chicago
Crawfordvile
Frankfort
M. E. Church Event Schedule and Sermon Topics
Sabbath school at 9 30 Sunday morning. Preaching at Bend church 2 30 with Junior and Epworth Leagues at 2 and 6 30. Morning service 10 40 on Christ the Hope of the World. Evening sermon 7 30 on Ruth and her Friends. Third quarterly meeting April 21 at 2 00 with 7 30 evening services. Sacramental service after the evening sermon conducted by Rev Paul C Cormic of First Church Crawfordsville in the absence of Presiding Elder E A Schell.
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Ruth
Paul C. Cormic
D. D
First Church
Crawfordsville
Indiana
E. A. Schell
Easter Exercises at M. E. church program
Easter exercises highlighted by the M. E. church youth with junior class performances Sunday evening. A program was directed by a committee of Mesdames A W Dice S C Randolph and Misses Lula Schwin Pearl Board Blossom Board Della Ritchey and Ruey Dunlap in the assembled gathering.
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M. E. Chorele
Mesdames
A.W. Dice
S.C. Randolph
Lula Schwin
Pearl
Blossom
Della Ritchey
Ruey Dunlap
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Covington Lodge
Sons of
Boston
Sons of Liberty
Red Men
Lexington
Cornwllis
Yorktown
Sons of Saint Tamina
New York Tammany Society
Saint Tamina Socities
Fort Miffler
Baltimore
Manila
Porto Rico
Honoulu
Alaska
Ceretla
A G. Maiden
Auc
Ed Connell
Frank Beard
C. C. Palin
Thomas Jackson
George W. Pavey
Fulton Township
Mr. Pavey
Frank McKinney
East Richland Township
Frank
Richland
Fred Redenbaugh
Menor Boye
Call'at
J. Leeb’s
Ed Hunt
Wm. Hunt
Thornton Hunt
Mr. Hunt
Bert Ward
E. M. Conover
Coal Creek
Levi Rabb
Anna Phelps
Cleveland
James Parrett
Jim
Dr. Luke
Muncie
Mrs. Luke
Episcopal Church
Presbyterian Church
City Orchestra
Marie Bryant
W. F. Stilwell
Bertha
Poweyences Reading
Meda Yorke
Isa Miles Farce
Wonderful Sweet Family
Sig
Mrs. Dodge
LaVerne Glascock
Gladys Quincy
Midred Dennis
Nina Crosby
New York
Ina Cadwalid
Ethel Davies
Abbot Eaeins
Isa Miles
Maude Lawtoo
Philadelphia
Agnes Meehan
Aline Valence
Eleanor Rian
Elliot Champney
Guy Hart
Ma Sweet
Mrs. Martin
Francis Fedory Sweet
Mrs. Cox
Glenana
Sweet
Barrett
City Ticket
Covington Modest
M. E. Church
the Bend
Epworth
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