Indiana State Fair to Feature Night Shows Schedule
The Indiana State Fair will host nightly events at the live stock pavilion during the Sept week. Evening performances start at 8 15 p m with 10 000 seating capacity. Highlights include prize horses cattle parades fancy turn-outs saddle horses high steppers jumpers chariot and Roman races hippodrome events acrobats and trained ponies. The Weber Band from Cincinnati will headline with two vocal soloists. Admission to the fair allows day viewing and night shows without extra charges.
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Indiana
Heras
Madam Schomae
Bard Brothers
Olivers
Diavio
Weber Band
Cincinnati
Schma Introduces New One Horse Depot Hack
Schma and Will Conner traveled to Chicago where Schma purchased a heighted one horse depot hack for 600 dollars. The vehicle is adapted in every way and is now in use. The public should appreciate his enterprise.
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Will Schma
Will Conner
Chicago
Mr. Schma
John K Thompson Dead Father of Roy Thompson
John K Thompson died at St Francis hospital in Litchfield Illinois on Friday morning August 7 1908 aged 53 years 11 months and 26 days due largely to infirmities of age He was a brick and stone mason a resident here for forty years and is survived by sons Lee of Litchfield Indiana and Roz of this city His wife died years ago Funeral services conducted by Rev Fos were held at Roy Thompson’s home at 2 30 Sunday afternoon with I C O F lodge oversight Interment followed at Mt Hope cemetery
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J. K. Thompson
Roy Thompson
St. Francis Hospital
Litchfield
Mr. Thompson
Lee
Roz
Thompson
Roy
Fos
I. C. O. F. Lodge
Mt. Hope Cemetery
Cemetery Cleanup Request at Cooper Cemetery
All persons interested in the Cooper cemetery are requested to lend aid on August 24 to clear weeds. Committee notes the Connecticut is reliable.
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Cooper Cemetery
Threshing Accident Injures Pine Village Worker
Jacob St.John of Pine Village was badly hurt threshing on Monday when a belt wrapped around his arm and dragged him. Clem Jones released him. No bones broken but his right arm muscles were sprained and his face neck were bruised and cut. Attica Ledger.
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Jacob St.John
Pine Vilage
Clem Jones
Attica Ledger
Purdue to Exhibit Largest State Fair Display
Purdue University plans its most extensive exhibit at the State Fair under Prof G Christie. Demonstrations include spraying mixtures stock judging and seed selection. Dairy division will show practical butter making. A reunion for alumni occurs Thursday Sept 10 with President Stone and Dean Skinner attending.
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Purdue University
Christie
Purdue
Stone
Skinner
Doctors Meet With Us In Fountain Warren Counties
The Fountain and Warren Counties Medical Society held a meeting at the Mayor's office in the city with the largest attendance to date. A citizen praised the physicians for their fine appearance and intelligence, saying he had never seen so many capable doctors in the city. The gathering was beneficial and aligned with the society’s aims, according to the Veedersburg News.
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Fountain
Warren Counties Medical Society
M. D
Veedersburg
Union Services Schedule for August at Local Churches
The joint services of the Methodist and Presbyterian congregations will be held at the Methodist church at 11 AM with Rev. H K Fox speaking on Vision of Toil. Monthly plan lists Aug 16 at Presbyterian, Aug 23 at Methodist, Aug 30 at Presbyterian. Rev. Fox serves first two Sundays and Rev. Dougherty the remaining. Sunday school at 10 AM in each church.
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H. K. Fox
Presbyterian Church
Methodist Church
Fox
Dougherty
Fountain County Mail Carriers Elect Officers in Veedersburg
The Fountain County mail carriers association met in Veedersburg for its annual gathering on Saturday evening. James Borebrake was elected president and J. C. Smith elected vice president. The group conducted an enthusiastic meeting and reported a prosperous condition.
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Fountain County Mail Carriers’ Association
Veedersburg
James Borebrake
J. C. Smith
Lecy
Card of Theaks Expresses Gratitude for Help During Illness
Theaks family thanks friends who offered comfort and assistance during the illness and death of their father James K. Thompson. Signed by Leo Thompson Roy Thompson.
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James K. Thompson
Leo Thompson
Roy Thompson
Political contest shaping trustee election in county
The News notes limited political activity among local factions and a nominal majority in the township. It concedes Jim Claypool’s election, but forecasts a tight race between Wright and Ellis with both outcomes viewed as satisfactory on election day.
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Jim Claypool
Wright
Ellis
Perry Glascock Moves to Hickory Jackson Farm
The note outlines Perry Glascock purchasing a farm in Hickory Jackson township and hints at upcoming political activity on the Tapis. It mentions barnstorming figures in politics and the idea that some people merely talk rather than act, with the public recognizing this.
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Perry Glascock
Hickory
Jackson Township
Perry
Anti-Lindis Move Spurs Local GOP Outlook In Fountain County
The piece argues Republicans will win in Cain and Richland townships with strong nominations. It notes Jim Allen and Dr. Carter organizing an Anti Landis Democratic Congressional League in Frankfort, eight attendees, and predicts pressure on voters to oppose Congressman Landis led by Allen.
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Cal
Jim Allen
Dr. Carter
Morrison
Cain Township
Frankfort
Carter
Democratic Congressional League
Beck Room
Ant Toastsz
Fountain County
Landis
Col
Political vanity and the Covington fair downfall
The piece notes how Democrats show bold confidence which helps Republicans focus on business. It warns that some men mix politics with religion and business, especially in Covington linked public enterprises. This blend is blamed for the Covington fair’s downfall.
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Covington
Covington Fair
Political factions blur lines in The Friend paper
The article debates whether The Friend serves Democratic or Anti Landis Republican aims from a Congressional view. It notes the difficulty of distinguishing a sincere Democrat from the Anti Landis faction and suggests their actions align on common results.
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Simon
Teegarden Acknowledged As Possible Joint Senator Candidate
John R. Teegarden attracted praise from local boys as a promising candidate. Democrats mention him as a potential joint Senator challenger to Julius J. Higgins of Clinton, a race seen as politically significant though unlikely to succeed.
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John R. Teegarden
John
Julius J. Higgins
Clinton
Temperance Issue Dominates Fountain County Politics
Democrats rely on labor votes for victory but Fountain County favors temperance. The Taggart Brewery is seen as a heavy burden for the party in this rural moral area, capable of crushing their support.
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Fountain County
Taggart Brewery
Covington Friend Faces Crowded Political Intrigue
The Covington paper rants about a supposed conspiracy around campaigns and officials. It notes Elas Campbell and John Wingate visiting local leaders on unrelated matters, angering readers with rumored plots and political distortion.
Notice to Trespassers Prohibited Hunting Fruit Pilfering
Warning from 8B. U. Dickenson that hunting, fruit pilfering, or any trespass will be prosecuted.
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U. Dickenson
Newman man charged in ride and buggy theft
Mikel Phelps of Newman was arrested Monday with another man after a rig was stolen and abandoned west of the city. Phelps confessed to stealing two horses and a buggy and was jailed. Authorities returned him to Newman Tuesday for trial.
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Mikel Phelps
Newman, I
Hardesty
Phelps
Newman
Old Resident Cone Dies After Illness at 82
Edward Fields aged 82, longtime resident of lower Warren County, died after several weeks of illness at 24 m on Wednesday. One of Mound township's oldest citizens, he once lived in the county and city and was highly respected. He leaves many relatives in nearby counties. Funeral services were held at his late residence Friday morning with interment in Steely cemetery.
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Edward Fields
Lower Warren Co
Mound Township
Tim
Steely Cemetery
Bert Ellmore Dies After Long Illness in City
Bertie Ellmore, prominent local figure with several business interests, died at his home from pulmonary consumption last Saturday morning after a lengthy illness. He was thirty three and one half years old. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon at his residence conducted by Prof George A. Klingman, with the Mt Hope following. A fuller obituary will appear next week.
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Bertie Ellmore
Geo. A. Klingman
Mt. Hope
Recital Postponed To August 18 1908 At M E Church
Storm referenced in the notice forced Mrs. Walker to postpone her recital originally advertised. The rescheduled concert will be held Tuesday evening August 18 1908 at the M E church and is described as a musical feast inviting all to attend.
Red Men's Pow Wow Parade Program and Events
Parade forms at Third and Crocket Street then proceeds to Washington Fourth Liberty and back to Third. At Court House 1 30 P M Great Speech by C A Robinson and Gov Cromer. 2 00 P M Business Meeting at Armory Hall. 3 00 P M Balloon ascent with parachute leap. 3 30 P M Fat Man's Race prizes two dollars and one dollar. 4 00 P M Catching Greased Pig prize pig. 4 30 P M Bundling Greased Pole prize one dollar. 5 00 P M Band concert 8 00 P M Heymaker Parade. Fireworks at 8 30 P M around the square.
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W.I. Adkins
Third
Crocket Sts
Washington
Liberty
Prof Christie to Speak at Teachers Institute
Prof Christie of Purdue will address the Teachers Institute on Tuesday and Wednesday rather than Thursday and Friday as previously announced. He will lecture on Farm Interests Tuesday night, inviting farmers to attend.
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Christie
Prof. Christie
Purdue
Teacher's Institute
Ile
School House Repairs and Safety Renovation
The School Board examined the edeal buildings and directed a competent architect to assess condition. Architect Lew is of Danville, Kir., found some floor beams unsafe and the board hired a contractor to insert steel beams and complete repairs. The work aims to ensure the building is safe when the school opens.
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Awintbeniga
Lewis
Danville, Kir
Bard
Protracted Meeting At Covington Church Of Christ
The Church of Christ in Covington continues a protracted meeting with growing interest. Prof Klingman will preach next Sunday at 4 p m in the courthouse on the topic Is there a Hell. He bases his faith on the testimony of inspired men who declare there is a hell.
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Richland Township
Heirt
Church of Christ
Covlington
Prof
Klingman
Court House
Hell
Barn Destroyed by Lightning on Dice Farm
A storage barn on the Dice farm three miles southeast of the city burned in Wednesday night’s storm. The fire destroyed the barn and its contents including oats straw and farm implements. Estimated loss around $70,000 with partial insurance.
Stolen Horse Recovered After Columbus Theft
Mrs Mack Adamson reported a man left a worn out horse tied to a fence near her home. Liveryman Wm Schma cared for the exhausted animal until Columbus police verified the theft from a street carnival robbing the rack. Mr De Witt, owner, identified the rig and took it back, noting the horse had been driven hard and fed poorly.
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Mack Adamson
Schma
Columbus
Ind
de Witt
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John K. Thompson
Union Services
Card of Theaks
Billy Maddigan
Elas Campbell
Miller
John Wingate
O. P. Lewis
Eves
Bert Ellmore
East Side Court House
M C. A Robinson
Gev. W. Cromer
Eighth District
Armory Hall
Om Jon
Coen
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