State Board uses funds to cover looming shortfall
Indiana faces near financial collapse as the State Board of Finance transfers 441,671.32 from the Benevolent Institution Fund and 14,964.25 from the Sinking Fund totaling 630,035.77 into the general fund to cover current expenses. Officials say settlements due by September 30 prompted the move and more funds may be shifted to sustain the state’s finances.
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Indiana
State Board of Finance
Benevolent Institution Fund
Millinery Store Sold to New Owner in Town
Mrs. J. W. Price sold her millinery shop and goodwill to Mrs. Ora LaTourette who assumed charge Tuesday morning. Health issues since last spring prompted the sale. LaTourette is expected to do well.
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J. W. Price
Ora LaTourette
Unseasonable Weather Hits Covington Area
The state reports unusual conditions with a 9 in the shade low rising to 56 amid a Western gale. A steady rain Sunday eased heat, Monday brought NW winds tearing down trees and damaging fruit, while Tuesday remained windy though warmer.
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Covington
Removes Bug After 32 Years From Mrs Thorn's Ear
Dr Bounwell removed a half inch hard shelled bug from Mrs John Thorn’s ear after 32 years of discomfort. Thorn, living near Mellott, had long struggled with ear trouble and partial deafness despite treatment. The insect, crawled in when she was ten, was washed out during examination and may restore her hearing. The report from Hillsboro Times notes immediate relief and hopeful recovery.
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Bounwell
John Thorn
Hillsboro
Ladies' Readymade Goods Discount at J Loeb’s Stores
A local retailer advertises a selection of ladies' CHOICE ready made garments at discounted prices. Shoppers are invited to visit and investigate the assortment at J Loeb's Stores.
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J. Loeb’s
Case Against Jos Williams Promises a Hotly Contested Trial
The case against Jos Williams will be before the September term of the circuit court. Williams seeks an eager trial with strong opposition. Hon. James Bingham is assisting the prosecution and Hon. Charles McCabe represents the defense. The proceedings are billed as unusually interesting.
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Jos Williams
Williams
James Bingham
Charles McCabe
Sixty Third Reunion of 63rd Indiana Regiment Held
The thirtieth annual reunion gathers August 24 at the fair grounds in this city. Survivors and friends share a general good time as the ranks thin, with final roll calls soon. Come join the event with them.
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63Rd Regiment
Grand Old Indiana Company
Aunt Mary Rafferty Reaches Century in Hillsboro
Aunt Mary Rafferty of Hillsboro reached the century mark last Tuesday. The Fountain County centenarian lives alone, remains in good health, and fully faculties. The Junior League of Hillsboro planned a postcard shower with many cards for her.
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Mary Rafferty
Hillsboro
Mary
Fountain County
Death of a Pioneer Lady in Fountain County
Funeral services for Mrs. Nancy Sanger, 78, longtime Fountain county resident near Chambersburg, were held Saturday at Cold Springs cemetery. She died Thursday morning after a long illness of dropsy and kidney trouble, and was held in high esteem by locals who knew her for many years.
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Nancy Sanger
Fountain County
Chambersburg
Cold Springs
Reo Crash Upset Delivers Women and Children in Field
A big Fore door Reo driven by Owen Bird of Danville failed to slow on a hill and toppled off the road near Yocom hill. The vehicle landed on a fence and dumped its cargo of women and children into a pasture. Gasoline ignited but was extinguished. driver later blamed for reckless driving.
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Owen Bird
Danville
Reo
Stanly Lusader
Stanley
Alexander Hetfield Dies in Covington Community Leader
Alexander Hetfield longtime Fountain county figure in Covington died at his home from heart disease Tuesday night. Born in Covington Indiana in 1874 he built a butcher business farmed and served as township trustee and county party chairman. Survived by wife Sarah Robinson two daughters and brother Frank Hetfield funeral held Thursday at his Third Street residence with Tidal Lodge K of P escorting to Mount Hope Cemetery.
Quiet Covington Couple Married in Indianapolis
Harry E. Redding Covington high school principal and Miss Loraine Livengood quietly wed in the Hotel English parlors Indianapolis with only best man John A Prov ines Jr and bridesmaid Miss Mary Coffing present. The couple plans a Gold Hill Oregon move Aug 15 where Redding will be high school principal and fruit grower interests persist.
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Harry E. Redding
Covington High School
Loraine Livengood
Covington
Indianapolis
John A. Provines, Jr
Mary Coffing
C E. Flynn
Broad Ripple
M. E. Church
Redding
DePauw University
Gary
Ind
Flynn
Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity
Bluffton
Gold Hill
Oregon
S ales offer on ladies ready made suits and waists
A local retailer advertises spring and summer ready made ladies suits skirts and waists at 20 percent off with an extra five cent cash premium on every dollar spent. The notice emphasizes selling below value and urges quick action on the discount offer.
Oats Crop a Surprise for Local Farmers
The oats crop yielded far beyond expectations with heavy till and short straw. Farmers report fields producing 40 to 60 bushels per acre in many spots, despite some acres being too low for harvest.
Parents Urged to Guide Youth Nights and Associations
An editorial urges strict parental supervision of young people, especially girls, citing Danville and Covington as examples where lack of oversight leads to ruin. It warns against permissiveness, calls for protection by parents guardians and police, and condemns street advertising by prostitutes while promoting Lehigh Portland cement.
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Chief Walker
Danville
Covington
Ralston Visits Covington on Citizenship Talk
Hon Samuel M Ralston of Lebanon spoke at Covington on American Citizenship not for a political address. The event drew a modest audience and stirred varied commentary. Afterward Ralston dined with Mrs Glascock and met local Democrats at Livengood's office amid rumors of governor candidacy.
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Samuel M. Ralston
Lebanon
Ralston
Court House
Joseph
A. T. Livengood
John Glascock
Thomas Taggart
Covington
Dry vote urged in Wabash township tomorrow
Voters in Wabash township face a wet and dry proposition with strong momentum for a dry outcome likely around three to one if supporters stay home. The editorial warns a saloon would damage the community regardless of who runs it, arguing no good comes from the saloon.
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Wabash Township
Lebanon Votes Dry in Boone County Referendum
Lebanon the county seat of Boone county voted on Monday on restoring saloons. The drys received 860 votes while the vets tallied 667, a drys majority of 193.
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Lebanon
Boone County
Vets
Seisers Busy Along Wabash With Unlawful Catch Indications
Reports say seines or fish nets operating on the Wabash river cause a noticeable fish run on the market. The uniform size and variety suggest unlawful taking, hampering legitimate fishing and forest sportsmen in the area.
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Wabash
Eleven Good Trustees Highlight Attica Township Report
The state board of accounts reports on Logan township trustee L G Riggin and finds records kept correctly and neatly. Lloyd H Christman and Jacob H Winter note balances were charged and invoices bids contracts were available for inspection. The 1910 year shows businesslike, conservative administration reflecting credit on Trustee Riggin.
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Attica
State Board of Accounts
L G. Riggin
Logan Township
Dr Case
Lloyd H. Christman
Jacob H. Winter
Riggin
Selling at a Discount Mens and Youth Suits Sale
A promotional note announces discount sales on men s young men s boy s and children s suits. The sale emphasizes reduced prices across multiple size ranges. Regular store offerings are marketed as bargain buys for the entire family.
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J. Loeb’s
Rain Spoiled Cates Covington Game Showdown
Rain washed out the Sunday ball game between Cates and Covington, disappointing many fans. The Indianapolis Maroons, a strong team from the capital, will visit next Sunday to play the locals in what promises to be a fine exhibition of baseball.
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Cates
Covington
Indianapolis Maroons
Iocals
Trustee Daly Frazier praised for flawless audit in Hillsboro
Books of Trustee Daly P. Frazier were audited by Winter and Christman field examiners Excellent condition report finds no errors in accounts They forwarded the report to Frazier and Daniel Harding president of the advisory board The Hillsboro Times notes strong commendation for his conduct of township affairs
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Winter and
Christman
Daly P. Frazier
Daniel Harding
Frazier
Hillsboro Times
Divorce suit filed by Blanche Cole against Ira Cole
Blanche Cole sues Ira Cole for divorce citing cruel treatment and abandonment. C R Milford represents the plaintiff. Also noted are civil actions: Lucas Nebeker for Charles A Carpenter vs John K Slusser. partition suit by Harry D Purviance against Homer Anderson et al.. C R Milford represents Purviance. State ex rel O'Donnell Burrows Cochran Co vs Daly P Frazier trustee Cain township on debt.
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Blanche Cole
Ira Cole
C.R. Milford
Lucas Nebeker
Charles A. Carpenter
John K. Slusser
Harry D. Purviance
Homer
Anderson
C. R. Milford
O’donnell-Burrows-Cochran Co
Daly P. Frazier
Cain Township
Mayor suspends day marshal amid council clash over police
The mayor at a regular council meeting suspended DeHaven, the day marshal, for thirty days or until August ends. He criticized police department inaction amid protests over non-arrests, warning of possible swift removal if lessons were not learned. The mayor urged support for stronger law enforcement despite local figures. Rainier's Pharmacy.
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McGeorge
Mr. DeHaven
Marshall
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