Death Called Mrs. William Evans in Covington
Nancy Morrison-Evans of Henry county Indiana, born December 15 1837, died April 28 1920 in Covington at age 82. Her husband William W. Evans survives with six children eleven grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren. Funeral services were conducted by Rev Kern at their Covington home. Burial at Mt Hope Cemetery followed.
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Nancy Morrison-Evans
Henry County
Indiana
Covington
William W. Evans
Sarah
Mary
James
Frank
John W
Charles E
Harry L
Edward
Lewis H
Peoria
Ill
David T
Three Rivers
Michigan
Evans
Kern
Mt. Hope Cemetery
The Republican Fair ends primary contest for ballot positions
The Republican announces the primary results will be published next week with names of top vote getters to appear on the ballot. The editor states no bias toward any candidate, defends fairness, and warns aspirants that opponents will face consequences from the people.
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Republican
Willsboro High School Closes After Graduation Exercises
Willsboro high school ended its term last Friday with graduation exercises held in the Christian church evening. Covington Orchestra provided the music for the ceremony.
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Willsboro High School
Christian Church
Covington Orchestra
Notice to the Public at Lyric Theatre
Beginning Monday May 3 doors open 7 15 p m first show 7 30 p m second show 3 45 p m at Lyric Theatre for public notices and show timings.
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Lyric Theatre
Bank Robbers Visit Bloomingdale
Bloomingdale awakened Tuesday morning as robbers used heavy nitro glycerine. A police search followed a Ford car with license 52977 as suspects fled north and west and were not captured.
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Bloomingdale
Enthusiastic Attica supporters back Crigler for Joint Senator
A group from Attica gathered Tuesday evening in support of Thomas Crigler. They toured much of the southern territory and voiced strong confidence in Crigler's candidacy for Joint Senator.
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Attica
Thomas Crigler
Mr. Crigler
Tom
Pomeroy A Winner In County Recorder Race
Pomeroy of West Lebanon looks set to win the Republican nomination for Recorder of War ren county next Tuesday. Sources report strong support from many sections of the county and regard him as a prime favorite.
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S. G. Pomeroy
West Lebanon
Warren County
Pomeroy
Peoples Candidate G Claude Babb for County Treasurer
G Claude Babb runs as the candidate of the people for county treasurer. He emphasizes independence from politicians and pledges to serve only the people's interests if elected. Babb is described as a longtime active Republican, qualified and clean, ready to discharge duties with an eye single to the public.
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G. Claude Babb
My. Babb
Death of Marie Madigan in South Bend shocks Veedersburg
Mr and Mrs Wil Madigan of Veedersburg received a telegram from South Bend Sunday that Miss Marie Madigan 22 died suddenly early Sunday morning. She was born near Veedersburg and taught in a South Bend public school this year. Funeral services were held Tuesday.
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Wil Madigan
Veoedersburg
South Bend
Marie Madigan
William Madigan
Madigan
Fred Parham
Veedersburg
Earl M. Myers as Joint Representative for Parke and Fountain
The piece lauds Earl M. Myers a Fountain county farmer and businessman as a strong prospect for Joint Representative from Parke and Fountain counties. It praises his honesty, personality, and understanding of local problems and urges voters to support him as essential for the legislature. It notes Mr Belis of Standard Oil had business in Indianapolis Wednesday.
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Earl M. Myers
Fountain County
Parke
Fountain Counties
Esrle Myers
Mr.Belis
Standard Oil
Indianapolis
A Safe Man for County Treasurer
Hillsboro Times endorses H. S. Starnes Republican candidate for county treasurer. The editorial calls him a man of honor integrity and ability with a strong record of honesty and fair dealing. It urges voters to support him at the upcoming primary as the strongest candidate and a safe choice for the office.
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H. S. Starnes
Hillsboro Times
City Strives Through Coal Shortage To Maintain Power
City administration faces a coal shortage forcing the light plant to run part time from 6 to 11 p m except on essential days. Officials are commended for the effort to keep the public power supply as needed.
Last Day to Pay May Taxes Before Penalty
Taxpayers must pay the May instalment by Monday to avoid penalties. If the payment misses the first Monday in May, a penalty will be added.
Mrs James Crain III Ill With Gall Bladder Trouble
Mrs James Crain III has been very ill in recent days with gall bladder trouble. A trained nurse is in attendance and many friends are anxious for her recovery.
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James Crain
For Sale Three Used Pianos from The Manualo Sale
Three pianos offered in perfect condition as part payment on The Manualo. Starr piano mahogany case No. 72011. Richmond mahogany case No. 28341. Richmond mahogany case No. 48181. Seller H. G. Peyton notes lifelong service potential.
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Starr
Richmond
Campaigning for Third District Commissioner William J Mellett
A local newspaper endorses Republican William J Mellett for county commissioner of the Third District. It praises his conservation stance and experience, argues the office is highly responsible, and predicts he will likely be nominated on Tuesday.
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William J. Mellett
Mellets
Mellett
Card of Thanks for Loss of Wife and Mother
We thank neighbors friends and the choir for memory and sympathy on the death of our wife and mother May God reward you all Wim W Evans and Family
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Wim
Evans
Local elections and building tweak at county offices
Hillsboro resident John F. Davidson visits and a new door is being installed in the county agents room to create a double exit to the court house west corridor. Ed E. Small of Attica seeks the 1st district commissioner seat, with Randgloh of Silverwood noted as a former Fulton trustee. Frank Beard possibly canvassing.
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John” F. Davidson
Hillsboro
County
Court House
Ww. A. Randgloh
Silverwood
Randolph
Fulton
E. Small
Attica
Wifch
Frank Beard
Suit over accident policy denial against Southern Surety
T. A. Clifton sues the Southern Surety Company in circuit court claiming the firm refused to adjust a claim under his accident policy after his hand was nearly crushed last August. He alleges the company refused sick benefits and other expenses, despite twenty policies in Covington and years of premium payments.
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T. A. Clifton
Southern Surety Company
Covington
River recedes but work slows in floodplain
The river is within its banks again and work in the bottom land will resume in a few days. The overflow has deposited nutrients that will fertilize the soil for the new crop.
Death of Former Local Resident Jess Starkey
Former city resident Jess Starkey died last Friday at his Kansas home. Mrs. Jess Smith and their son left immediately to attend the funeral. Mr. Starkey was related to Mr. Smith.
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Jess Starkey
Kansas
Jess Smith
Mr. Starkey
Mr. Smith
Tryout for Covington 1920 Baseball Team At Fair Grounds
All players wishing to try out for places on Covington's 1920 baseball team should come to the fair ground at 2 p m Sunday afternoon for a test. A new squad will be organized and strong players will be chosen for the team.
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Covington
Fair Ground
Wheat Prospects Poor As Farmers Blame Weather
Farmers in the southern part of the county report the poor prospect for Arheat due to cold and rains. Less than half of the oats intended have been sown and work is behind schedule. If weather improves, they expect to become very busy.
The Horse Is Man's Best Friend
The horse remains essential for agriculture and transportation. Despite talk of its replacement by machines, experience shows horses are reliable, economical, and dependable in locomotive tasks. Large, high-quality horses are returning to economic prominence and cannot be fully replaced by invention.
Solomon Livengood Sr. remembered for long life of farming and service
Solomon Livengood Sr born January 1 1834 in Davidson County North Carolina grew up near Fountain Indiana on the Thomas Livengood farm. He married Elizabeth Day September 16 1858 and had six children. He died April 18 1920 at age 86 after a brief illness, surrounded by family. He left a wife three sons two daughters eleven grandchildren and two great grandchildren. His funeral was held at the Lutheran church near Wallace on April 20 1920.
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Solomon Livengood
Thomas
Eva Shuler Livengood
Davidson County
North Carolina
Fountain County
Indiana
Jackson Township
Thomas Livengood
Elizabeth Day
W. E
A. T
Ora M
Covington
Jane L Booe
Crawfordsville
Belle L. McKee
Hillsboro
Betsy Shoaf
Kingman
Elmina L. Ingersoll
Waynetown
T. S. Livengood
Albfred Livengood
Wallace
Luthern Church
Wilkey Couple to Attend Anagram Club Gathering
Mr and Mrs Joseph Wilkey will join a Friday evening meeting at the Anagram club. The event aims to share wordplay puzzles and social interaction among members.
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Joseph Wilkey
Will Jont
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the Republican Fair
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Naldz Cle
Iver E Battenon
James Crain III
Covington High School
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Purdue
Marlowe Conner
Jack Abbott
Fred Lawton
Higgins
Robert Galloway
Harold Meade
Raymond Fitzhenry
Harvard
Sherman Lambright
Dick Norton
Tom Crosby
Arthur Romine
Robert McGeorge
Marjorie Tyndall
George
Clair McMahon
Alice Bennet
Agnes Arabella Bates
Ruth French
Blanche Wes Cott
Geneva Parrett
Jean Spinning
Virgie Rogers
Patience Harden
Shiloh Smith
Sparrow
Frances Bowers
Lizzie Mandy
Clara Young
Josephine von Berg
Genavieve Sailor
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