Drilling to Test Trenton Rock Deep in Indiana Well
State Geologist Blatchley orders continued drilling after a New Era report of artesian water, with Covington Oil Coal and Gas Co in Covington, Indiana, and Muncie contractor at stake. The drill must reach Trenton rock forty feet deeper or incur additional costs as the company awaits results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mother Earth
Ball
Trenton Rock
Weil
Blatchley
Covington, Oil, Coal and Gas Company
Covington
Ind
Muncie
Biatclley
Trenton
Mra
Ansious Company
Ground Hog Day Reflected in Weather Signs
Observation notes that last Sunday marked groundhog day with the tradition of winter quarters return for six weeks. The week’s weather reportedly confirms the old sign and its forecast.
Warren Nominations Spark County Republican Primary Results
Warren county Republicans held a primary vote Saturday producing a surprising ticket. Auditor winner R L Winks edged Elisha Little, Clerk race saw Ernest Gray leading Henry Johnson and Chester Rossiter. Treasurer P W Fleming and Sheriff Fred Williams were unopposed. Coroner Edward and rival Sentman split votes, Gemmer unopposed for Surveyor, and commissioners chosen. North Vermilion reports a prowling mystery animal near hen roosts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Warren County
Williamsport
R. L. Winks
Elisha Little
Wink
Henry C. Johnson
Chester G. Rossiter
Earnest Gray
Gray
P. W. Fleming
Fred Williams
George Edwards
Charles Sentman
Edward
Wilmer Gemmer
James C.dial
den. Br. Geppart
Greenhill
Mrs Horn Dies from Burns at Son's Home in Rainsville
Mrs Mary Horn, 73, died at her son's home in Rainsville after severe burns suffered while building a fire in the kitchen stove. She was found unconscious and did not regain consciousness before death, casting gloom over the Rainsville neighborhood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Horn
Rainsville
Plot Thickens in Kingman Case Amid Alledged Conspiracy
The Republican reports swelling intrigue around the Kingman assault case with arrests of Frank Bingham Grant Ratcliff Billy Bowsher and others as part of alleged conspiracy. New developments are promised while authorities pursue Tom Wright and others. Stockmen and farmers note a healthy open winter with strong stock condition and no contagious diseases in the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingman
Republican
Frank Bingham
Grant Ratcliff
Billy Bowsher
Covington
Bond
Bingman
Bingham
Prosecution Candidate O B Ratcliff Seeks Fountain Office
Kinman attorney O B Ratcliff launches a vigorous three county campaign for Fountain County Prosecuting Attorney. Born in Millcreek township he rose from farming roots to Union Christian College and Oskaloosa College mathematics professor. He was admitted to the Fountain bar in 1896 and led the Miles Ratcliff guardianship case in 1900. Ratcliff, 33, is married and pledges honest disciplined service if nominated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fountain County
O.B Ratcliff
Kingman
Pi Ce
Ratcliff
Millcreek
Union Christian College
Merom
Oskaloosa College
Oskaloosa Iowa
State University
Law School
Fountain County Bar
the Guardian
Miles Ratcliff
James T. Johnson
Thomas
Lincoln League of Indiana Holds Terre Haute Meeting
The Lincoln League of Indiana will hold its annual meeting in Terre Haute on February 12 and 13, 1902. The event promises to be one of the great meetings in the state with speeches by Dan Storms Sidney A Foster and E Panschten. A banquet at the Perre Haute House will feature prominent speakers and toasts directed at Republican supporters statewide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln League
Indiana
Terre Haute
League
Dan. Storms
DaFayette
Sidney A. Foster
Iowa
E. Panschten
Michigan
Perre Haute [Louse
Fountain County Outlook for Local Elections Amid Uncertainty
The piece weighs Fountain County politics with talk of Democratic and Republican hesitance to nominate. It notes a potential independent candidate, debates over Auditor, Sheriff, and Prosecutor posts, and hints at candidates like Will Reeves and Billy Cox while mentioning several divorces and court actions. The tone is speculative and local in focus.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.T. Mellett
Neck of the Woods
Will Reeves
Mmiber
Will
Fountain County
Apay
Lenton
Warren
Benton
Fountain
Billy Cox
Pist
Billy
Will Ask Damages Over Fatal Kingpin Incident
Mrs. George Stall and her children plan to sue Kingpin men and their bondsmen for damages in the death of her husband Suloga, with suit likely to be filed before the March term. The Ledger notes a small second story fire at Arch E Ray & Co shoe store, started by a gasoline lamp burning on the second floor, extinguished by 2 am with no major damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Stall
Kingmas
Kingpin
Arch E Ray & Co
Lew Johnson
Ledger
Ice cake displayed after river harvest at Albert Franklin’s
A large seven foot long cake of ice cut from the river Monday is shown in front of Albert Franklin’s place. Five or six boys hauled it, and the slab measures 7 feet by 274 inches by 13 inches and appears clear. Beer bottles planted around it lie empty as a sign for Snag proof rubbers advertised at Loeb's store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Franklin
Perrysville Young Man Robert Barnes Taken for Treatment
Robert Barnes a Perrysville native and Purdue alumnus, suffered a stroke that impaired his left arm and leg. He was transported to Chicago for hospitalization and treatment at a city hospital. Barnes is described as the son of prominent locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Barnes
Perrysville
Chicago
Mr. Barnes
Purdue
G A R Post Banquet Set For February 22 1902
The G A R Post of this city will hold its annual banquet on Saturday evening February 22 in their hall to commemorate Washington's birthday. A good time is always had at these feasts and this year should be no exception.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. A. R. Post
Washington
Vermilion county fox trouble sparks farm losses
In Vermilion county an unusually large fox presence devastates chicken coops and frightens neighborhoods. Locals report fox hunts and numerous sightings, with plans for mitigation at a Praders' Exchange sale and public notices about credit terms and security for the auction of property by James Slim and J.B. Lighty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vermillion
Otter
Mirrage Licenses and Printing Offer
The Republican advertises up-to-date printing services by Cornelius Kirby and Mary M. Smith. It promotes modern type for sale bills and notices in paper at cheap prices with quick turnaround.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican
Harsh Week With Freezing Readings Tests Gloves
Thermometer hovered near zero all week as shoppers seek warm gloves and mittens at Loeb's store. Prices and stock vary as the cold snap drags on.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Jas Well News
Niagara
North Vermillion
al Bank
Sault Case
Bill Bowzher
Tom Wright
George Trott
Lita
Gitduartine Wright
Dana Ind.—Press
O. B. Ratcliff
Kinman
Lincoln Leasgue Metting
Samuel J. Baldwin
Shawnee School Township
Poutteia Co
Mole Bo Powell
John W. Powell
Dick Cook
C. E. Brooks
Lizabeth Doty
Edward Doty
Eugene Ruth
David Teegarden
Henry Taylor
William H. Mills
John A and
Lettie M. Foster
Suloga
Bondsaia
Agaist
Loeb’s
Loeb’s Store
Ction Sale
Praders
Imschange
James Slim
J.B. Lighty
Mirrage
Cornelius Kirby and
Mary M. Smith
Best
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!