Found Dead Beside Tracks Near State Line
A colored Civil War veteran, Benjamin McGee of Mounds Illinois, about 70, was found dead near Vermillion county, Indiana, twenty rods east of the State Line. He likely died of heart failure with no clear cause and the body was brought to Foster for burial after a long delay. One cent remained in his purse. no sign of violence or a post mortem was performed.
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Dineville
Vermillion County
Foster
Jones
Vermeahen County
Ood
Vanviil
Benjamin McGee
Mounds
Perry McGee
Toledo
Veedersburg Mayor Dotson Mentioned for County Chair
In the Attica Democrat summary, Thomas Dotson current Veedersburg mayor is favorably mentioned by Democrats across the county as a potential chairman of the Democratic County Committee next winter. Dotson is praised as a loyal Democrat and strong organizer who has not engaged in county party factionalism.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Attica
Gray
Thomas Dotson
Veedersburg
Democratic County Committee
Dotson
Macoughtry
First Wool Sold Marks Start Of Season At Covington
M. Herzog bought the season's first wool on Tuesday. The 3,000 pound clip came from A. P. Nave's farm near Attica and was of fine quality. Covington remains the leading wool market in this section. J L Peters advertises Drew Shoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Herzog
A. P. Nave
Attica
Covington
Pythian Sisters Stage Deestrict Skule in Castle Hall
The Pythian Sisters present an exhibition titled Deestrict Skule in Castle Hall on Tuesday evening April 25. Admission for children and adults. Everyone urged to come and help in a good cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castle Hall
Lewman Elected Mayor Of Danville Indiana
William Lewman, the Republican candidate for Mayor of Danville, IL, was elected over incumbent Mr. Platt by a decisive majority. The Republican ticket won all but two aldermen positions, signaling a victory for the better element of the city.
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William Lewman
Danville
Lil
Mr. Platt
Attica Eyes Interurban Line Favoring West End
An Attica correspondent reports strong local interest in an interurban line paralleling the Wabash from Lafayette to Danville, with Attica residents hoping the Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley line may extend west. They believe virgin territory exists between Lafayette and Danville and that rival railroads could be displaced. Directors have not discussed specifics, and organization transfer delays leave definite plans uncertain, with summer as a likely horizon.
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Attica
Fort Warne & Northern Indiana
Wab
Toledo
St. Just
Lafayette
Dauville
West End
Fort Wayne
Wabash Railroad
Wabash Railroad Company
Immense assortment of embroideries and laces at J Loeb’s
An immense assortment of embroideries laces and allowers has just been received at J Loeb's Stores. The catalog itemizes delicate trims and decorative fabrics suitable for dressmaking and home decor.
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J. Loeb’s
Contestants Should Hustle In Prize Contest
The notice urges girls to hustle to win prizes in a contest. It states any girl can win with sufficient effort and votes, with prizes awarded to those making the greatest gain in votes, while all votes count toward the grand prize. It also asks contestants to seek help from friends and merchants for coupons.
For Rent, Good House With Plenty Of Ground
For Rent. A good house includes a cellar, cistern and well. Four large lots with fruit trees. Contact G. W. Williams for details and access.
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G. W. Williams
Golden Wedding Anniversary of Waterman Couple Celebrated
The Watermans marked 50 years of marriage with a gathering at daughter Mrs. Peter Oster’s home. Residents of this city for 45 years, the couple, married in 1871, were joined by three children, one grandchild, and other relatives in a joyful celebration. Both families report long, uninterrupted married lives with no deaths in the line.
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H. Z. Waterman
Peter Ost
Cvil
PL Suippier
Waterman
Homer
Meilott
Walter By
Danville
Peter Oster
Charles M. Bowman
Detroit
Mich
Walter B. Waterman
Chas. Failles
Indianapolis
Setting Eggs Offered by Barbed Rock Cockers
Carwile Poultry Yards advertises for setting eggs from Barbed Rock cocker stock. Special mating eggs priced at 1.00 dollars per setting.
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Carwile Poultry Yards
Grand Surprise Birthday Party At Will Purple Home
On April 16 a lively crowd attended a grand surprise birthday gathering for Mr. and Mrs. Will Purple. Guests included Miss Clara Haines, C Coffing and family, L W Simms and kin, T M Shells and kin, J A Lucas and kin, G W Lucas and kin, W D Haun, J Milligan and families, and Uncle Squire Shelby of Danville. A sumptuous feast followed and guests wished many more enjoyable birthdays.
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Will Purple
Clara Haines
C. Coffing
L. W. Simms
T. M. Shells
Danville
J. A. Lucas
G. W. Lucas
W. D. Haun
J. Milligan and Family
Stone Bluff
Squire Shelby
Mrs. Purple
Strawberry Plants for Sale by E D Doneldson Covington Ind
E D DONELDSON of Covington Indiana advertises about 20 varieties of the best strawberry plants for sale. January 5 4. The Republican for your stationery.
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E. D. Doneldson
Covington, Ind
the Republican
King James Bible to be celebrated at M.E. Church
The article notes the 300th anniversary of the King James Bible and the worldwide impact of English Bible translations. It mentions the King James Bible designations, revisions by American editors, the Standard American Revised Bible of 1901, and invites all to a morning service at the M.E. Church with the sermon titled The World Book.
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American Bible Society
Earth
Atlain General
National Signillesnes
Apriah
James
Thomvland
Tadell
New York
Chicago
M. EB
Covington A Trade Center In Fertile Wabash Valley
Covington stands as a prime trade center in the Wabash valley, located at the heart of a rich farming and stock raising district. Accessible from three counties, its hospitable citizens and active business leaders can draw in regional trade with a push. Shaff's meat market offers home raised meat at 15 cents per pound on the North side.
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Covington
Wabash Valley
Shaff’s
North Side
Examiners Complete Review of Recorder's Office
Field examiners Willam J Livtvauygh and Josph Lockwood finished a two week review of the recorder's office books and sent in a report last week. They found nothing to complain about though minor clerical errors were noted, of no consequence. New towels and linens available at J Loeb's Stores, a fine assortment just received.
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Willam J. Livtvauygh
Josph Lockwood
Recorder’s
J. Loeb’s
Payment of Road Receipt In Indiana Road Tax Law
The Indiana General Assembly enacted a law allowing township trustees to redeem road tax receipts for land-worked road entries when presented after the work year or after the first tax installment. It legalizes past payments made in good faith and declares the act in force upon passage as an emergency measure.
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General Assembly
State of
Indiana
Piano and Voice Culture Lessons Offered
Piano and voice culture instruction available with 25 and 50 cent lessons. Special training in voice culture. Terms reasonable. Willing to confer with prospective students.
Easter thanks from Covington friends
Mrs Florence Switzer of Danville Illinois sends gratitude through the paper to her Covington friends and girlhood associates for kind remembrances during Easter. She remarks on the value of friends and wishes Jesus rewards them for the resurrection celebration.
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Covington and Vicinity
Jesus
Florence Switzer
Danville, Ill
Berry Plants for Sale at Woodlawn Fruit Farm
Woodlawn Fruit Farm offers fine stock of strawberry and raspberry plants from this setting. Contact S U Dickinson at the farm by phone 144 for details and pricing.
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Woodlawn Fruit Farm
S.U. Dickinson
Berry Dodges News Shortages in Local Paper Battle
In a sharp exchange the Hillsboro paper accuses Brother Berry of dodging and muttering malice over shortages of Gray and Irvin. The critic says official verification exists, condemning Berry’s methods and impartiality in handling community news.
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Brother Berry
Gray
Irvin
Hillsboro Times
Bro. Berry
For Sale or Rent Covington Residence Ad
For Sale or Rent. Covington residence at N W car of Liberty and Eighth streets. Send best offer to W I Stilwell owner Emporia Kansas. See Coleman's new ad.
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Covington
N. W
Car of Liberty
Eighth Sts
W. I. Stilwell
Emporia, Kansas
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Captain
Drew
J.L. Peters
Lewman
Fr. Z. Waterman
Covington A Trade Center
Royal
Royal Cook Book
Royal Baking Powder
Piano and Voice Culture
Berry
Dodger
Coleman
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