Robbery at Hathaway home nets cash and notes
Two men entered the Hathaway residence on the Covington Silverwood road and stole a trunk holding over $1,500 in cash and more than $3,000 in notes and papers. The trunk was recovered later but cash was missing. Warrants issued for Ham Hays and Zin Hoey. they were arrested and jailed after being found in bed at a Huey cabin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Hathaway
Covington-Silverwood Road
Fulton Township
Mr. Hathaway
Charles
Hardesty
Indianapolis
Roe Hathaway
Dick Langer
Cayuga
Terre Haute
Sterling citizen James Gray found dead in barn
Found dead in his barn last Tuesday morning James Gray a respected Sterling resident died of heart trouble relatives discovered him several hours later Funeral services were held Thursday with interment in the Ma sonic cemetery at Waynetown
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James Gray
Citzen
Sterling
Masonic
Waynetown
Attica Hosts Big Red Men's Pow Wow on Tours Day
The annual Red Men's Pow Wow of the Wabash Valley will be held in Attica on Tours Day, August 21. The Attica Business Men's Association aids the local tribe, planning one of the county’s largest celebrations of this kind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wabash Valley
Attica
Business Men’s Association of
Ricketts Returned to Asylum for Further Treatment
William T. Ricketts of Fulton township was taken to the hospital for the insane at Indianapolis by Deputy Sheriff Twiddy on Tuesday. Recently released, his condition again worsened prompting another return for care. Call at J. Loeb's Stores for new goods of any kind.
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William T. Ricketts
Fulton Township
Indianapolis
Twiddy
Ricketts
J. Loeb’s
Last Sermons for Rev. J. T. Orton at Presbyterian Church
The final services of Rev. J. T. Orton as stated supply will be held at the Presbyterian church with morning and evening worship. Miss Ruth Hetfield will sing at the morning service and the retiring pastor’s evening sermon title is A Benediction. All are invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. Orton
Presbyterian Church
Ruth Hetfield
Rural Route Inspection Tour Likely to Reshape County Service
Inspector I. McCord toured the county on Tuesday to assess rural mail routes and improve service. He may recommend changes and urges farmers to maintain roads, noting federal policy favors communities showing road effort. An ad for Crawford shoes and a signoff by J. L. Peters follows.
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I. McCord
Covington
Sam
Serious Charge Against Harley Stucker In Indiana Case
Harley Stucker was arrested on a bench warrant in Shawnee township and released on a $1,000 bond furnished by his father after waiving preliminary hearing. Charged by his wife with assault with intent to murder and incest in a nameless form the case stems from alleged acts months earlier. Trial likely to be highly sensational in the Fountain circuit court.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harley Stucker
John Stucker
Shawnee Township
Aylesworth
Sherif James Twiddy
Schoonover
Stucker
Indiana
Texas
W. N. White
Fountain Circuit Court
Newest in fur and straw hats at J Loebs Store
J Loebs Store unveils the latest fur and straw hats in a new season display. The collection features varied styles for men and women, highlighting quality materials and craftsmanship.
Petition Denied for Fountain Schoolhouse Additions
Citizens of District No. 8 Shawnee township petitioned the advisory board to fund an addition to the Fountain schoolhouse and repairs. After a hearing the board on Monday decided the township could not finance the improvement and denied the petition.
Death of John Cardiff in this city
John Edward Cardiff died at his mother's home after months of illness from consumption. Born June 1, 1868 in this city, he lived in Danville for years and never married. A member of St. Joseph's church, his funeral conducted by Father Schmitt was held at St. Joseph's church and burial followed in St. Joseph's cemetery.
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John Edward Cardiff
Edward and
Catharine Cardiff
Danville
St. Joseph’s Church
Father Schmitt
St. Joseph’s Cemetery
For Rent Two Dwellings on Union Street
Notice to interested parties that two dwellings on Union Street are available for rent through Attorney W. N. White. No additional details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union Street
W. N. White
Superintendent Race Heats Up with Democratic Prospects
The county superintendent contest grows daily with active candidates from the Democratic side likely to win. Prospective contenders include Profs. Mullinex of Attica Wilkinson of Kingman Sanders of Covington Cord of Newtown and Livengood of Mellott. The paper urges choosing the best candidate beyond faction while noting Republicans have no official candidate.
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Board of Education
Wilkey
Profs
W. F Mullinex
Attica
Jas. Wilkinson
Kingman
David
City Council Holds Regular Session on Bills and Proposals
The city council met Monday evening to approve bills and discuss the viaduct bridge proposal and Fourth Street improvements, along with routine city work.
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Fourth Street
Methodist Church Services at Court House
Sunday services in the court house include Bible Show at 9 30 Sabbaths. Preaching at 10 30 on Religion and Business. Evening sermon at 7 80, The Giant Bedstead. All invited to morning and evening services at the court house.
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Court House
Ladies Seek Shoe Style Call Drew Shre If J L Peters
Brief line item notes a fashion query about shoe style prompting a call to Drew Shre with potential reference to J L Peters. The readable fragment implies a shopping tip or catalogue styled prompt. No clear event or outcome is established.
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Drew
J. L. Peters
Indiana State News Short Specials For Hoosiers
Hartford City April 22 Jesse McGreath a well known young man is found short 628 dollars in his United States Express company account. He was arrested and released on 200 dollar bond. He blames gambling dens for the loss and has confessed notifying the express company. A court of inquiry is held and police seek gambling house owners for questioning.
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Hartford City
Ind
Jesse McGreath
United States Express Company
McGreath
Express Company
Fatal Tram Crossing Crash Kills Two Marion Daughters
Nora Macon age twenty six and Goldie Macon age fifteen were struck by a Marion Bluffton Eastern traction car at a crossing just east of Marion Indiana and killed instantly. Their brothers Edward and Harry witnessed the tragedy from a buggy as the vehicle was destroyed and the sisters were hurled nearly into the river. The pair had been in Marion for a shopping trip and were returning home a half mile east of the city limits.
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Marion
Ind
Nora
Goldie Macon
Alfred Macon
Marion, Bluffton & Eastern Traction
Edward
Harry
Corporation Limits
Des Moines Holds Des Moines Girl Who Vanished from Des Moines
Anna V. Loughlin a Shortridge High School student who disappeared a week ago reappeared in Des Moines Indiana last evening and is held by local police until her mother and detective Kinney arrive. She had been reprimanded for discipline and left without warning with about $25 and some jewelry. A friend’s letter hinted she planned to seek employment as a writer.
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Indianapolis
Anna V. Loughlin
Shortridge High School
Des Moines
Kinney
Ludwig's Trial Begins for Mishawaka Wife Murder
In South Bend on April 24 the circuit court heard the case of Albin R. Ludwig charged with murdering his wife in their Mishawaka home. Prosecutors allege she was beaten with a rolling pin, then set afire with gasoline. Ludwig allegedly cut his wrists and survived. He denies the charges and was confronted by detectives.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ludwig
South Bend
Albin R. Ludwig
Mishawaka
Warrant Service Ends in Fatal Wiring Case in Brazil
In Brazil Indiana on April 20 Truant Officer William Moore attempted to serve a warrant on Thomas McCulloch. McCulloch attacked Moore with a board fracturing the skull. Moore fired wounding McCulloch who was shot in the stomach.
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Brazil
Ind
William Moore
Thomas McCulloch
McCulloch
Moore
Deadly Quarrel Over Board Bill Ends in Killing
Terré Haute Indiana April 22 James Seanion twenty one a teamster from St Louis killed Ispas Beakes a porter at a saloon and rooming house after a quarrel over lodging price Seanion had been drinking Beakes was struck over the head with a board and died instantly Scanlon was arrested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terré Haute
Ind
Jameas Seanion
St. Louis
Ispas Beakes
Seanion
Beakes
Scanlon
Fatal Burns From Gasoline Fire At Home
Mrs Laure Hudson of Lafayette Indiana was fatally burned while cleaning gloves with gasoline. She poured gasoline into a pan and attempted to light the fire when the gas ignited.
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Lafayette
Ind
Laure Hudson
Stars Entertain At Regular Eastern Stars Meeting
The order of Eastern Stars held a regular meeting Monday night with an enjoyable session after initiatory ceremonies. Refreshments were served and members enjoyed a pleasant evening. Burton the Clothier advertises as First Anniversary Sale urging readers to buy spring and summer clothing, shoes, and furnishings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of Eastern Stars
Burton the Clothier
Lmne
Governor Hanly Improves but Rest Essential for Weeks
The governor, confined to bed after illness, has been able to sit up briefly but declines food. Doctors express cautious optimism about a steady recovery yet stress absolute rest for several weeks and say he will not undertake official business during this period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Indianapolis
Hanly
Fire at Baldwin Barn Destroys Large Iowa Farm Structure
A large grain and stock barn on the James Stucker farm east of the city burned at about one o clock Wednesday morning. It housed four gold horses, corn, hay, oats, two burgie farm implements and two threshing outfits, all lost. The barn was old and well seasoned and burned rapidly. The origin is unknown, starting on the opposite side from where the horses were stalled. The family was not awakened until flames illuminated the area and neighbors arrived too late to save other buildings. The loss is heavy and falls mainly on James Baldwin, as the property was only partially insured.
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James Baldwin
James Stucker
Mr. Baldwin
Death of Edward Mallory Farm Neighbor and Pioneer Citizen
Edward Randolph Mallory a north east Wabash township farmer died of Wright illness at his farm April 16 19 7 aged 58 years 1 month and 27 days He was son of the Hon William Mallory and wife and leaves a brother Will and four sisters He was born Feb 20 1849 at Covington and married Adaline Paugh Dec 2 1873 eight children were born four survive He was buried at Hendricks burying ground after services at Covington Presbyterian Church led by Rev Orton He was numbered among the county’s best citizens and loved by many
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Edward Randolph Mallory
Wabash
Wright
William Mallory
Will
Veedersburg
Texas
South Dakota
Covington
Adaline Paugh
Rev
Orton
Covington Presbyterian Church
Hendricksburying Ground
Ed. Mallory
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Morey
Asylum
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Isten
Ted
Case
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Carstornris
Profs. Wilk Nson
Mullinex
Methodist Church Services
Indiana State News
Hoosiers
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Edward Mallory
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