Sugar Creek Baptist Association Holds 78th Session Near Hillsboro
The Sugar Creek Baptist Association completed its seventy eighth yearly meeting four miles north of Hillsboro at Shawnee Baptist Church. Delegates from local congregations attended a three day session hosted by Mrs. Julia Anne Cramley. Ministers included John L. Miller Waynetown Isaac Whitlock Terre Haute and others with the next gathering set for Tangier Baptist Church in Tangier Indiana a year hence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sugar Creek Baptist Association
Hillsboro
Shawnee Baptist Church
Julia Anne Cramley
John L. Miller
Waynetown
Isaac Whitlock
Terre Haute
Wm. Skelton
Reelsville
Jerre Goff
Covington
R. H. Martin
Crawfordsville
D. DC
Conner
Cayuga
Henry Mahan
Russellville
Geo. Joseph
Advance
Edgar Johnson
West Lebanon
James Smith
Foster
W. W. Cox
Veedersburg
J. W. Sutton
Tangier Baptist Church
Tangier
Ind
Covington Cubs Triumph Over Grape Creek 10 to 3
The Covington Cubs defeated Grape Creek 10 to 3 in a Sunday game seen by a fair crowd. Willie Hirckbeel starred on the diamond with twin brother Charlie catching, delivering a tricky pitch that puzzled foes. An injury to catcher Charley Hirshbeel forced him to retire after a severe end-finger impact in the seventh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington Cubs
Grape Creek Boye
Willie Hirckbeel
Cubs
Charlie
Hirchbeels
Charley Hirshbeel
Auto Turns Turtle Near Williamsport Injuring Two
On Monday afternoon near Williamsport as H. C. Mitchell of West Lebanon lost control near Rob Hill the car rolled and trapped him while Charles McCord of Danville was thrown clear McCord used brute strength to lift the auto enabling Mitchell to crawl free Elwood Williams of Williamsport arrived to help and both men were treated by Dr Stevenson Mitchell suffered internal injuries and severe lower limb damage McCord received a bad head gash
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Attica
H. C.mitchell
West Lebanon
Charles McCord
Danville
Mitchell
Rob Hill
Williamsport
Mr. Mitchell
MceCord
McCord
Elwood Williams
Lebanon
Stevenson
Whelps Book Store Reassures Patrons of Low Prices
The notice informs county customers that Whelps Book Store will continue selling school books and supplies at the minimum price and in compliance with the law. It invites patrons to visit the old stand for pencils tablets ink and related items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Whelp’s
Smith Coffing Dead At Will B Coffing Farm
Smith Coffing father of Will B and Allen Coffing died at his son Will’s home farm east of town around 4:30 Thursday morning after months of arteriosclerosis illness. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith Coffing
Will B
Allen Coffing
Will
Patton Reappoints as Fountain Circuit Court Reporter
L. D. Patton is reappointed stenographer and court reporter for the Fountain circuit court by Judge Schoonover. He will start at the September term and plans to relocate from Hammond to Covington with his family once a residence is secured. Friends and the bar praise his proficiency and judge Schoonover's choice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ion. L. D. Patton
Fountain Circuit
Schoonover
Patton
Hammond
Covington
Independence Tragedy In Indiana Street Rampage
Lou Wilhite returned from a spree at Attica and wounded two men while firing his revolver through Independence streets. Joseph McPherran Sr., named as a veteran druggist, lies dying after a shot to the temple and leg. William Reynolds, a laborer, is wounded but stable. Wilhite was himself wounded in the back and hand during pursuit by angry citizens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Independence
Ind
Lou Wilhite
Attica
Here
Joseph McPhferan
William Reynolds
Wilhite
Raw Deal Allegations Stir Local Politics
The Covington Friend reports John Wingate former state tax board member visited Covington over Sunday hosted by Rev and Mrs Dougherty. It notes secret post office caucuses on Monday with Postmaster Boyd E H Nebeker Thos Clifton and other Republicans present while anti Landis Republicans like J L Allen Dr Buckner were not invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
John Wingate
State Tax Board
J. Loeb’s Stores Unveil New Winter Outer Wraps
J Loeb’s Stores announce new winter outer wraps now in stock and ready for sale. Local shoppers are invited to view the latest coats, Parka styles, and fashionable overcoats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Loeb’s
Night shows at the Indiana State Fair lightered by prize horses
The Indiana State Fair offers elaborate night shows in the colossal Coliseum featuring hundreds of light harness and saddle horses for prizes. The program opens Sept 6 with a grand horse and cattle parade, a high class vaudeville bill including Japanese acts, and concerts by Natiello's Philadelphia band with the Indiana State Fair March. Admission is at popular prices. school supplies are advertised at Phelps Book Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vandeville
Natiello
Philadelphia
Goldete
Ernesto Natiello
Wabash Valley Powwow Assocation Redraws County Lines
In a Thursday business session the Wabash Valley Powwow Association voted to drop Parke county and add Hamilton county. The 1910 powwow moves to Noblesville in Hamilton county. By-laws require officers except the vice president to be elected from the tribe in whose hunting grounds the next powwow is held. Harry Fine of the Scioto tribe in Crawfordsville becomes next vice president. The district still covers eight counties: Montgomery Putnam Boone Clinton Tippecanoe Warren Fountain and Hamilton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wabash Valley Powwow Association
Parke County
Hamilton County
Noblesville
Harry Fine
Scioto Tribe
Crawfordsville
Mule Thief Teenager Brought to County Jail Near Covington
Thomas Pritchard, 14, son of Charles Pritchard of Coal Creek, found grazing William Lewis the mule near his home early Friday. He rode it to Covington asking directions to Judyville. Sheriff Kerr, Deputy Adkins, and Marshal Twiddy chased and nabbed him one mile from West Lebanon. He admits stealing mules and says he has a mania for taking others' property. The boy is jailed awaiting a hearing. Cakes baked to order at Crane's bakery with wedding and party specials.
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Thomas Pritchard
Charles Prichard
Coal Creek
William Lewis
Covington
Judyville
Lewis
Pritchard
Kerr
Adkins
James Twiddy
West Lebanon
Young Pritchard
Union County Votes On Saloons In Closed Commune
Union County voters approve saloon prohibition by a 409 to 0 margin in a Tuesday ballot. Union, a small East State county, includes Liberty as its county seat and reportedly staged a clear dry majority across its borders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union County
Union
Liberty
Horse Killed in Collision on Mill Street Attica
Two fast moving rigs collided about 9 o'clock Saturday night on Mill street in front of E. Pearlman’s junk house. George Girts drove the outgoing rig while a traveling man in a single rig from Judy & Keys barn approached. Kitts' buggy shaft pierced the livery horse’s breast ten inches, severing the jugular vein and causing the animal to die.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mill Street
Attica
E. Pearlman
George Girts
Judy & Keys
Kitts
Judge Ward Appointed to 57th Judicial Circuit
Hon. Charles W. Ward of Newport has been named judge of the 57th Judicial circuit to succeed Judge Rheuby who resigned. Ward, 62, joined the Verona million bar in the early seventies and went to Indianapolis to qualify last Monday. The district press speaks highly of his appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles W. Ward
Newport
57Th Judicial Circuit
Rheuby
Marshall
Rice Family Reunion in Williams grove East of Hillsboro
Sunday August 22 the children of the late Jackson Rice with their families met in Williams grove near Hillsboro for a joyful reunion. Those present included W Rice and wife Terre Haute Geo Linton and son Guy Mrs Robert Chester and children Velma and Ernest Newtown Wood Davidson Hillsboro Mrs Chas Quinn and daughters Faye Maude of this city and Glenn McClure Danville whose mother Alva McClure was absent. Jackson Rice was a former county sheriff who died in office. The notice ends with a bookstore ad urging school books and supplies from Phelps Book Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson Rice
Williams Grove
Hillsboro
W. [. Rice
Terre Haute
Geo. Linton
Guy
Robert Chester
Velma
Ernest
Newtown
Wood Davidson
Chas. Quinn
Faye and
Maude
Glenn McClure
Danville
Alva McClure
Noted clash during Wingate visit stirs editorials
The Friend Editor accuses Wingate of wrongdoing in a political spat stirred by his visit and county suits against the State Tax Board. Wingate confronted editor Schwio in a pointed, tense encounter, leaving observers noting the heated exchange and uneasy political optics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Wingate
Wingate
Schwio
Card of Thanks for Kindness After Loss
Mrs Elias Bybee and Family express gratitude to neighbors and friends for aid and sympathy during illness and after the death of husband and father.
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Elias Bybee
City Schools Open September Sixth After Repairs
Repair work at the school building nears completion as a large crew cleans and prepares the facility for a full start on Monday September 6. Patrons are urged to have all pupils enter on the first day if possible.
J Loeb's Stores Announces Fall 1909 Offerings
Notice to the public declares purchases for fall 1909 of the latest novelties and promises readiness to supply customers in all lines. The store invites a look to be convinced of the assertion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Loeb’s
Milk price change and bottle return notice for Klage & C
Notice to milk customers announces new rates effective September 1 1909. Milk four cents per quart, cream lie per pint, cash only, five gallon lots two cents per gallon. Tickets must accompany bottles or wagon met at door. Bottles washed and returned daily. Wagon runs once daily each morning. Klage & C
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Klage & C
Obituary for Elias Bybee of Covington Indiana
Elias Bybee son of James and Mary J Bybee died at his home Monday August 23 aged 43 after a six month illness from consumption. Funeral Thursday at 10 from the Christian church conducted by Rev D H Palmer with interment at Cooper's Ford in Wabash township. Born February 27 1866 in Harrison County Indiana he left ten siblings and is survived by two brothers George and Joseph two sisters Mrs Wm Snyder of Hillsboro and Mrs Phil Erstine of Harrison County. He married Zora Kerns August 20 1887 in Waktash township and leaves five children Everett Earl Grace Elsie and Mary. The family moved to Covington about fourteen years ago where he remained on the city police force until health forced resignation. Everett lives in Oklahoma with a ill wife. all other relatives attended. He was a Christian church member and a valued citizen with many friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elias Bybee
James
Mary J. Bybee
Christian Church
D. H. Palmer
Cooper’s Ford
Wabash Township
Harrison County
Indiana
George
Joseph
Wm. Snyder
Hillsbyro
Phil Erstine
Harrison Co
Joe
Waktash Township
Zora Kerns
Everett
Earl
Grace
Elsie
Mary
Covington
Bybee
Oklahoma
Rainier's Drug Store Announces School Book Supply
Rainier's Drug Store announces taking over the County Depository and offering all required school books for country and city schools. They request no credit on books and promote the largest selection of tablets inks crayons and water colors in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rainier
Troy Township Teachers Reading Circle and Institute Books
Teachers at the Trustee's office can obtain Reading Circle and Institute books. Listed are names including Carson Smith Mabel Zeigler E Townsley Lera Hegg Jessie DeHaven Sadie Campbell Lizle Ward Ora LaTourette Charles Denton.
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Carson Smith
Mabel Zeigler
Townsley
Lera Hegg
Jessie DeHaven
Sadie Campbell
Lizle Ward
Ora LaTourette
Charles Denton
Institute
Political Duty and Church Members Urged to Vote
The Chautauqua address by Jacob E. Meeker of St. Louis urged church members to engage in politics. He argued the church shaped government through history but must now participate to prevent corruption. He called for ministers and congregants to attend caucuses conventions and elections and push for good men to run and be elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fowler Republican
Charles B
L. A. McKnight
Attica
Jacob E. Meeker
Compton Hill Congregational Church
St. Louis
Hotel Covington Promises Homey Stays on South Fourth
The Hotel Covington on South Fourth street is a popular hostlery run by proprietor J. R. Phipp. Rates are 1.00 per day and 4.50 per week with meals 25 cents and bed 25 cents, offering friendly accommodation to Feachers and the general public.
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Hotel
Covington
South Fourth Street
J. R. Phipp
Courtship as a voyage between courts of Cepid and divorcees
A wry remark by Mrs. Matrimonial Failure likens courtship to a bark sailing from Cepid’s court to the divorce court, underscoring cynical view of romance and legal separations.
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Midisboro
LD. Patton
Phelp
Crane’s Bakery
Unios
Judge Ward
Rice Family Reunion
Troy Township Teachers
Troy Township
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