Misjudged Fils Man in Saloon Clash in Veedersburg
Veedersburg Ind July 24 A Methodist pastor Rev Mr Gerbes clashed with an unknown saloon keeper after being followed to Diamond Alley and Big Four tracks. The saloon man struck Gerbes three times and pushed him into water while another man restrained Rev Richardson. suspects fled, identity hidden, grand jury action anticipated. Gerbes weighs about 260 pounds and has led anti saloon work at Shoals before moving to Veedersburg. The incident follows a local press attack on Covington railroad propositions and district politics.
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Veedersburg
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Gerbes
Christian Church
Richardson
United Brethren Church
Shoals
Wehardsci
Auto scare injures horse but no blame assigned
William K. E. Dee, president of Mecca Clay Works, past through the city in a slow touring auto. A black horse tied near Mr. Poord’s widow and roots was frightened, causing a seam to sprain the animal though not seriously. Dee stopped at once, met Mr. Board, and they settled the matter amicably as Dee and his party continued their journey.
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William KE. Dee
Mecca Clay Works
Chicago
M. Boord
Mr. Poord
Mr. Dee
Board
Chickens Stolen Spur Veedersburg. Bert Haaks Captured
A chicken thief was chased and Bert Haaks captured near Veedersburg after stealing fowls from Trustee Clint Smith and selling them to a local dealer. Haaks was held at the county jail awaiting circuit court action as authorities closed the case.
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Veedersburg
Bert Haaks
Weenersburg
Clint Smith
Veedersburg Poultry House
Rateliff
Clint
Aia of the Horse Company
Volney Patton
Haaks
Nebo
Sherif
Barone
Death of Iva Strauser at Sixteen
Miss Iva Strauser aged about sixteen died Saturday morning at her parents home across the river from Perrysville after several days illness with typhoid fever. Funeral services by Rev Canon of Perrysville were held at Benson Chapel on Sunday afternoon. interment in Mound Cemetery. She was described as a bright girl just at the threshold of womanhood, leaving many mourners.
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Iva Strauser
Giga
James A. Strauser
Canon
Perrysville
Benson Chapel
Mound Cemetery
Iva
Republican notices Chicago excursion to Brazil Division OC E from Veedersburg
Last Friday the Republican announced a Chicago excursion via the Brazil Division of the OC E from Veedersburg. A party including Dr. Martin and wife Mrs George Williams Will B Harden Fred Harden E M Board and wife Mrs McDonald Alma McDonald Myrtle Monger Vera Franklin and Clarence McHarry traveled to Veedersburg and boarded the train for a pleasant day. The item ends noting the value of advertising in the Republican.
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Republican
Chicago
Brazil
Veedersburg
Here
Martin
George Williams
Will B. Harden
Fred Harden
E M. Board
McDonald
Alma McDonald
Myrtle Monger
Vera Franklin
Clarence McHarry
Whisky Sale Curse Warns Grand Jury in Veedersburg
A Veedersburg correspondent denounces unlicensed whisky sales in the town. He cites a recent intoxication spree and urges authorities to act, calling the practice a shame and disgrace and demanding intervention.
Industrial Edition Promises Covington and Fountain County Portrait
The Republican plans a business directory edition with J Rolland Doen of Chicago to compile a historical and descriptive write up of Covington and Fountain County with illustrations. It will be distributed to homes and farms across the trade areas and aims to include every local business.
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J. Rolland Doen
Chicago
Covington
Fountain County
Doen
Glasses Fitted by Dr Faith at Ludlow’s Friday Clinic
Dr Faith presents the eye service preview before fitting glasses at Dr Ludlow’s office each Friday with a satisfaction guarantee. The text notes a promise of service quality and a weekly schedule implied by Friday operations.
Retrenching policy adusted as improvements begin
The Cover tread management plans to rescind retrenchment and begin improvements before snow. Since a New York stockholders meeting, management has been endorsed and ordered to make necessary upgrades. Shovels are at work in Silverwood pits and gravel crews will join soon. Roadmasters prepare for new work with new steel and possible steel bridges. Veedersburg News.
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New York
Twousteama
Silverwood
Veedersburg News
Political notes from Covington and surrounding politics
Local column discusses A. T. Livengood as a Democratic congressional candidate and factional rivalries in Covington, with hints of mayoral contest and possible support for Jones. It notes Grant Gossett’s ties to politics and hints at future moves, including potential prosecutor ambitions and reactions to Berry’s post office article.
Political Rift Rumors Fade Between Bonnell and Hemenway
The item notes that Bonnell was expected to be recommended by Senator Hemenway and reports of Bonnell running against Hemenway were denied. The two are described as remaining on friendly terms despite the chatter.
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Bonnell
Hemenway
The Leaders Eleventh Anniversary Sale Opens August
The Leader in Covington marks its eleventh anniversary sale under M Herzog now absent on a trip to Germany. The store promises the best prices in every department, extended hours, and a large staff to serve customers as the October sale expands into August.
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Covington and Vicinity
Republican
Covington
M. Herzog
Germany
Indiana
Missing horse case and pursuit near Veedersburg
A horse vanished from a pasture last Tuesday, triggering a sheriff led search. The animal appeared in Ed Wadce's pasture near Veedersburg, with Ed claiming he bought it after his nephew left it to be sold. The missing youth, whose mother lives in Veedersburg, remains at large as investigators press the hunt. A sail of summer goods at J Leeb’s Stores is noted.
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Alfeed Wiliams
Jingiene
Creal
Fred Johnson
Sheriff Hardesty
Ed Wadce
Veedersburg
Newtown
Musing a Life invites readers to a talk by Pat Sulgey
Pat Sulgey is set to present a reflective session titled Musing a Life. Readers are invited to attend and consider personal experiences, themes of memory, and growth in a community setting. The announcement emphasizes audience participation and accessibility.
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Pat Sulgey Coring
Ake Cot
Evangelist to Lead Fitton Street Church Meeting
B. Lu Aver of fudiargwis, an evangelist of the Disciples of Christ, is secured to hold a meeting at Fitton Street Christian Church starting the third Sunday in September.
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B. Lu. Aver
Fudiargwis
Disciples of Christ
Fitton Street Christian Church
Fountain County Teachers Institute Opens August 21
Fountain County teachers institute will run the week starting Monday August 21. Under County Superintendent Wiskey efforts, good instructors are secured and a pleasant and profitable time is expected.
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Fountain County Teachers Institute
Wiskey
Veedersburg Couple’s Unusual Week of Events
A Veedersburg couple married in a flash, eloped, were jailed, returned home, and later reconciled. The sequence spanned seven days with a detour to Covington for a well earned dinner.
Many New Faces in Covington Town Boom
In Covington new residents are seen everywhere and inquiry shows they are newly moved citizens. No empty houses remain and all who want work find employment, indicating a booming economy across all lines of business. Covington stands as one of the best towns of its size on the Wabash.
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Covington
Cov
Ington
Wabash
Redman’s Body Still Not Found Near Cayuga
Walter Redman remains missing after a May 15 fall into the river near Cayuga. Search efforts have continued though no clues to the body have surfaced since his disappearance.
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Redman
Walter Redman
Cayuga
Grounds Selected for Sells Downs Circus Arrival
An advance agent for the Sells Downs Circus was in the city August 15 to arrange tents and grounds between the Wabash railroad and the river just north of the Big Pour tracks by the two daily performances.
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Sells- Downs
Wabash
Ain
Penalty Dispute Over 310 Fine at City Meeting
At an emerging city discussion Mayor Jores and figures named Fletcher and Billy debated a fine of 310 for alleged violations. The record notes satisfaction with the amount and a dispute over who inflicted the “drubbing” cited, with no clear assignment of fault and a focus on the legality of the penalties.
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Billy Foeues
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