Acetylene Plant Blast Blazes Two Men Injured At Home
At about eight o clock Thursday morning Allen Shaff and Noah Holt entered the basement of Mr. Shaff's home to repair an acetylene light plant. A match sparked a blast that enveloped Shaff in flames injuring his head shoulders and arms and burning Holt's face and hands. Shaff's injuries are severe with possible loss of sight in one eye and doctors express hope for the other eye.
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Allen Shaff
Noah Holt
Mr. Shaff
Shaff
Mr. Shafi
Dr. Zinn
Nash Holt
Leonard Branches Out Leaves Covton for Chicago Anatomy Course
John Leonard, longtime assistant to Mr Mont Board in Cov ton’s undertaking business, departs for Chicago to study at the School of Anatomy. He plans to complete the full course and bear the expenses, with plans to return to Cov ton after finishing.
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John Leonard
Mont Board
Chicago
School of Anatomy
Leonard
Covton
Jolly Oyster Gathering at Adkins Home
A jovial crowd gathered at W. T. Adkins and wife last Thursday for an oyster feast hosted by Darie and wife. Mrs Nell Adkins served superbly prepared oysters and suppers, followed by euchre with Mrs Frank Faust winning a chainless safety. attendees included George Williams, Frank Faust and families, Chas Dochterman and wife, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Adkins
Darie
Nell Adkins
Adkins
Euchre
Frank Faust
Charley Dochterman
George Williams
David and
Frank Jr
Chas
Dochterman
Ciith Layton
George Kerr
Anna Phelps
County Council Holds Special Session on Reappropriations
The County Council met in special session Monday. Appropriations for several bridges from last year reverted to the county treasury since contracts were not let, requiring re appropriation by law. The council approved all requested allocations, applying a 15 percent reduction overall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
County Council
Appoints Jas Welch Road Superintendent for District 1
In a special session on Tuesday the commissioners named Jas Welch of Troy township to supervise roads in district 1. He will enforce road law on heavy hauling and prosecute violations when public highways are in bad condition.
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Jas. Welch
Troy Township
Louie in Limbo After Warrant Service
Marshal Rabb obtained a warrant on Louie Martin for assaulting a Morgan girl. Martin, scarce since October, was arrested Monday and brought before Mayor Heath. His case was set for next Monday with bond fixed at $100. unable to post, he remained in jail.
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Marshal Rabb
Louie Martin
Martin
Morgan
Rabh
Mayor Heath
Elmer Wilkey Favored For Joint Senator Nomination
A Friend notes Elmer Wilkey remains discouraged yet popular among backers. Wilkey is said to win the nomination on the first ballot at Williamsport next Monday and is expected to be elected in November to serve the district with credit.
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Elmer Wilkey
Elmer
Mr. Wilkey
Wilkey
Williamsport
Back at the Old Stand with John Slattery
Covington agent John Slattery returns to Waynetown after a vacation. he resumes his Big Four duties and is welcomed by local patrons. He toured the South and Florida, visiting St Augustine among other cities, before returning to business.
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John Slattery
Covington
Big Four
John
Florida
St. Augustine
United States
Waynetown
Warning to Rural Patrons for Postal Road Access
Rural route mail carriers serve the public and require good roads and clear snow. Patrons must keep areas around mail boxes open and accessible so carriers can deliver mail. otherwise service may be denied.
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Uncle Sam
Post Office
Landis Seen Near Nomination in Picket Row
The Covington Friend reports Congressman Chas. B. Landis appears positioned for renomination and seems likely to hold the job for life amid party support and local commentary.
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Covington
Chas. B. Landis
Mrs Ferguson Injured in Roller Skating Accident
Mrs. Fred Ferguson suffered a fall at the skating rink on Monday while skating for the first time in years. She broke both bones in her left arm. Dr. Hicks reduced the fracture and she is reported to be progressing well.
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Fred Ferguson
Hicks
Old Docket of Archer Family Shows Early County Life
Charles Archer of Richland township owns a historic docket once used by his grandfather Samuel Archer. He was the second justice of the peace in the township and the docket records many small cases illustrating life after county settlement and organization.
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Charles Archer
Richland Township
Samuel Archer
Covington Fair Joins Eastern Illinois Fair Circuit
Covington Fair joins the Eastern Illinois Fair Circuit with L Roy Monticello Charleston Champaign Kankakee Covington towns. The third week in September September 14 15 features stake races closing July 15 with purses 500 1000 1000 500 1000 1000 and entry terms 1 percent July 15 14 percent day before and 74 percent deducted from money winners. The report predicts a large field on the half mile track.
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Coreton Fair Association
L.roy
Monticello
Charleston
Champaign
Kankakee
Covington
Colonial Dinner by Wednesday Club Honors Washington Birthday
The Wednesday Club hosted a Colonial dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Elmore Arter for husbands of members. Ladies wore colonial costumes in masque as partners were selected for dinner. Vocal solos, duets, piano pieces, and readings entertained, with toasts honoring Washington and colonial times.
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Elmore Arter
E. M. Romine
Fred Hoard
Walter Bell
Will Schma
Miss Moore
Picket Guard
Lee Harter
E M. Romine
Fred Boord
Washington
Bell
Arter
Board
Harter
Sunshine Thimble Club Hosts Washington Birthday at Smith Home
The Sunshine Thimble Club gathered at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Clinton D. Smith last Saturday night to celebrate Washington's birthday. Light refreshments were served and the evening featured games as members wished the Smiths success and happiness in their new home.
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Sunshine Thimble Club
Washington
Clinton D. Smith
Mrs. Smith
Sworn Statement Affirms Citizens' Bank Prosperity
The issue contains a sworn statement detailing the bank's condition. It asserts Citizens' Bank remains prosperous and healthy despite a recent financial flurry, with the document bearing testimony to its sound state.
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Citizens’ Bank
Citizns’ Bank
Four Fountain County Farmers Ship Eight Carloads of Hogs
Ransom Myers Jesse Clare and Wm Gray of Fountain County residing near Wallace shipped five car loads of their hogs to Indianapolis last week. George Myers near Alamo sent three car loads, totaling eight carloads of fat hogs to market.
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Ransom Myers
Jesse Clare
Wm Gray
Fountain County
Wallace
Indianapolis
George Myers
Alamo
Death of Uncle Jim Ingersoll Pioneer Citizen
Uncle Jimmy Ingersoll died at his home near the Ingersoll church southeast of Hillsboro Friday night. He was in his 87th year, his death due to old age. A long useful life marked by many kind and charitable acts is noted in the obituary.
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Jimmy Ingersol
Fountain County
Ingersoll
Hillsboro
Mr. Ingersoll
Col Anse Madden Tops Local Auctioneers Note
Fountain county's genial county clerk Col Anse Madden drew attention in Columbus Ohio selling a fancy hog sale with average prices over 100 dollars per head. Last week he spoke at Jake Lunger's Fulton township public sale where over 300 bushels of corn sold for 70 cents per bushel.
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Col
Anse Madden
Fountain County
Columbus
Ohio
Fulton Township
Jake Lunger
Death of Sam H Ward Pioneer Resident of Fountain County
Sam H Ward known as Uncle Sam, a longtime Fountain County resident near Salem, died at his home on Tuesday February 25 1908 aged about 80. He was held in high esteem by many in the county and his funeral was at Salem church Thursday afternoon at 2 oclock with interment at Brown's Chapel.
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Sam H. Ward
Fountain County
Salem
Mr. Ward
Sam
Salem Church
Brown’s Chapel
Lyons Declines Re election Citing Record and Open Field
Township Assessor Charley Lyons announces he will not seek another term leaving the race wide open. Democrats John Cade John Hopkins and Billy Silsland are already mentioned as potential candidates as the party plans to field a new nominee for the four year post.
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Charley Lyons
John Cade
John Hopkins
Billy Silsland
Democratic township candidates to meet tomorrow
Democratic township candidates will meet tomorrow afternoon to decide the timing and type of convention. An early date is expected as candidates aim to settle the matter promptly.
Mrs Andy Richardson Heads to El Kimo Texas
Mrs Andy Richardson and family travel Wednesday to El Kimo Texas to join Mr Richardson and establish a new home. Friends in the vicinity offer best wishes for a safe journey and a smooth start in the Lone Star State.
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Andy Richardson
Elkimo
Texas
Jon Mr. Richardson
Lone Star State
Pocahontas Lodge grateful for Armory entertainment proceeds
Media Council No. 234 Daughters of Pocahontas raised 131.17 dollars at a recent fair and entertainment at the local armory. The funds will buy new uniforms and lodge items. The Republican paper thanks the public for support and promises reciprocity. Peter Pan Club also expresses appreciation.
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Media Council No
Pocahontes
Peter Pan Club
A Couple of Jollies
Covington politicians extend influence across the border as Danville Press reports Attorney Hannibal Yount of Covington Indiana a leading Democrat in Ninth district visits the city Ex Mayor O L Jones also of Covington attends police headquarters and remains active in business and law though he leaves active politics.
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Covington
Danville
Hannibal Yount
Ind
Indiana
Ninth Congressional District
O L. Jones
Jones
Man Found Guilty of Child Desertion in Schoonover Court
Charley Demoss was found guilty of child desertion in Judge Schoonover's court Saturday morning. He faced six months in jail with a suspended sentence and agreed to pay the mother of the child $20 now and $15 quarterly for the 10 month old child’s support. The family previously lived in the city and now resided in Terre Haute, where a divorce suit is pending.
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Charley Demoss
Schoonover
Demoss
Terre Haute
Hon. O. P. Lewis
Young Demoss
Troy Township Republicans Consider Trustee Candidates
Republicans of Troy Towne Ship discuss possible trustee nominees, naming W. T. Conner among others. Conner has not seriously considered the bid and may not allow his name. Also mentioned are Guy Hendrix Lew Dunlap and Alva Clark.
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Troy Towneship
W. T. Conner
Conner
Guy Hendrix
Lew Dunlap
Alva Clark
Covington and Fountain County Gun Clubs Forming
Dr. Hicks reorganizes the Covington Gun Club with well known shooters including Guy Hendrix Thos H Bodne and J R Hicks. He plans Fountain County Gun Club integration with Leggett traps club house and weekly shoots. Western Indiana awaits a premier shooting club with trophies and handicaps.
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Dr. Hicks
Covington
Fountain County
Indiana
Old Fashioned Bob-sled Party Recalls Annual Winter Fun
A snowfilled night brings a lively bob sled outing. W T Adking and Ora Kinney lead a party to Roland Luke’s five miles out, celebrating traditional hospitality with a moonlit ride and festive cheer amidst deep banks of snow.
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W. T. Adking
Ora Kinney
Roland Luke’s
Luke
Fountain County
Roland
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Covington Fair
Jim Ingersoll
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Pocahontas
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