Tramp Drowned After Train Strike On Big Four Bridge
A man, identified as Tommy Fink of Wayne Township, was struck by East-bound Passenger Train No. 16 near the West End of the Terre Haute line and drowned in the Wabash River. He wore old clothes, carried bundles, and appeared about 40. The body, not recovered yet, may lie miles downstream. The incident follows a public notice praising local teachers after a strong state meeting turnout.
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Ted
Todtet
Diet & Wade
Hood
Abe
Terre Haute
West End
Tommy Fink
Wayne
J. M. Wilkey
J. K. Pearce
State Teachers’ Association
Wilkey
Happily Married at M I Church Parsonage
Manford Bodine and Miss Haddie Lorssader were wed at the M I church parsonage with Rev J I Palmer officiating. The ceremony drew close friends and relatives and the couple plan to set up housekeeping in a home prepared by their families.
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M. I
Parierge
J. i. Palmer
Manford Bodine
Tiodtpode Lorssader
Acer Presert
Haddie
Paddy
John
Wrecks on Biz Four Raise Calamity on Sunday Night
A heavy Weediy laden eastbound freight crashed into an engine and caboose on a Veedersburg switch, demolishing both engines and scattering parts across 500 feet. Engineers and firemen escaped with no injuries. The Sunday wreck halted trains and delayed service on the Big Four line. Another derailment near Danville delayed morning schedules and forced detours via the Wabash.
Not a Candidate for Joint Senator by Reed of Attica
Will B. Reed of Attica says he will not be a candidate before the convention for the office of Joint Senator. He withdraws from business and personal affairs which make it impossible for him to run.
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Will B. Reed
Attica
Bin
Democrats Organize in County Meeting Turned Turbulent
An Indiana county Democratic gathering at the courthouse elected Arch E Bay as chairman amid factional strife. The body named a new committee list from precincts, appointed Sam Clark and D F Lemon as discussants, elected Will Gray treasurer, and chose Karl Shuler as secretary despite protests from Veedersburg delegates. The meeting ended with heated exchanges and sour remarks about the Lemon faction.
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Yount
eGiehitieemen
Eet
Pastriet Coairman
Vom R
C.M Berry
Veedersburg News
Bth
A. Crumby
Shawnee
W.H. Hushaw
C. W. Lathrop
Troy
Wm. Thompson
W. E Livengood
J. R. DeHaven
J E. McMahan
van Buren
M. Boling
Char. Youngblood
C. C. Duckler
W. A. Justice
Wabash
George M. Williams
George B. Schwin
Mr. Williams
Mr. Schwin
Clark
Lemon
Ray
Sam Clark
Oveoft & Paty
D. FL Letmieon
van- Haren
Will Gray
Democratic Party
Karl Shuler
Hillsboro Times
Veedersburg
Simpl
Area St
Veedersburg Democrats Read Last Berry Issue For Insight
The article quotes a Berry’s column with remarks on political defeat and reflection. It notes Democrats in Veedersburg will study last week’s Berry’s to understand past miscalculations. The tone hints Berry’s dislike for Lemons and urges readers to note lessons for future campaigns.
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Veedersburg Democrats
Berry
G A R Supper Draws Crowd Despite Stormy Weather
The G. A. R. Supper at their hall Saturday night drew a large crowd though the elements were against it. A superb supper was served and the social tone left everyone happy. The G. A. R. boys and the W. R. sister lodge are famed for their entertainments.
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W. R
Card of Thanks Expressing Sincere Gratitude to Neighbors
We express sincere thanks to our friends and neighbors for their kind assistance and help. Your support during this time is greatly appreciated and cherished by our family.
Covington Canning Company Plans Winter Plant Visit
The Covington Canning Company expands into peas and tomatoes with growing deals for 690 dollars per ton raw material. Elmer D. Hant replaces M. Elliott in the executive team as contracts with growers rise and peas become a new local industry with an average yield of 14 tons per acre.
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The
Republican
Covington Canning Company
M. Elliott
Elmer D. Hant
Natn Jeng
Bank of the Covington Banking Company
Death of Mrs. Baldwin in Osborn Prairie Church Obituary
Mary A. Stucker born May 4 1849 Fountain county Indiana, married Samuel L. Baldwin March 13 1870. They had four children James W Frank W Charles M Mattie Lee. She died January 1904 aged 45 years 8 months 13 days after a life of faith with Osborn Prairie church under Pastor Phillips and Rev W H Orr. Funeral at Osborn Prairie Church led by John T Pups.
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Mary A. Stucker
Fountain County
Indiana
Samuel L. Baldwin
James W
Frank W
Charles M
Mattie Lee
Baldwin
Osborn Prairie Church
Phillips
W. H. Orr
Thioswig
Angel
Desti
Meather
James
Mattie
Frank
Charney
Mrs. Aldrich
Skider John T. Pups
Assisten
John Board
Llo’clocla
Olt Gsuorn Prairie Church
Bell Telephone Sold to Competitor in Danville
Bell Telephone Company in Danville last week sold to its rival Home Company marking the first withdrawal from its field in the state's history. The move follows a year of tough competition with independent firms across Illinois, Danville’s sale potentially setting a precedent for similar transactions.
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Danville
Bell Telephone Company
The
Home Company
Ilinois
Bell
Covington Canning Seeks Pea and Tomato Contracts
Covington Canning Company seeks contracts for peas and tomatoes for the upcoming season. The firm invites growers and suppliers to submit proposals and establish supply terms.
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Covington Canning Company
Tiaw
Veedersburg electric road talk stirs Covington debate
A Veedersburg News item mocks Covington, claiming the city lags as Veedersburg touts electric rail dreams. The piece notes local business leaders, including Berry and a prominent stockholder in the electric line, and suggests Capital’s road must pass through Fountain County. The editor accuses the piece of bias and defends local enterprises.
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Fountain County
Veedersburg
Berry
Mont Elliott Retires From Covington Canning Company
Ill health forces Mont Elliott to sever ties with Covington Canning Company. No clear plans announced for the future, though the Republican party hopes he may remain an excellent citizen and continue to be valued as a public-aligned figure.
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Mont Ellott
Covington Can
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