Anti Landis League Criticized in Fountain County Editorials
Letter from Del Jas Li Alles and Dr A B Carter defends Mr Landis against republican charges in a Democratic organ. The writers accuse a political machine of personal gain, praise Landis's Union soldier record, and argue Morrison’s supporters push plain aims to win. Covington shoe dealer Shesley sells 60 percent of local sales with King Quality.
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Del
Jas. Li Alles
Pres
A. B. Carter
Anti Landis
Republicas Math Congressional District League
Jtead
Landis Mit Herd
Landis
Fountain County
Ninth Congressional District
Attica
Congress
Hco
Mr. Land
Golden Circle
Sidier
Morrison
Shesley
Covington
Covington Defeats Swift Team At Stringtown
Covington won 8 to 13 as Ricketts and Zimmerman excelled in a Sunday game at Stringtown. Goldbach backed the effort behind the bat with three base hits from Zimmerman, Ricketts, Moody, Goldbach, and Smail. J T Prather's carriage shop advertises painting by experienced workmen at low cost.
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Covington
Stringtown
Ricketts
Zimmerman
Bill Goldbach
Moody
Goldbach
Smail
J. T. Prather
Dr Sailor Birthday Surprise Reunion
Dr J H Sailor a city dentist, was surprised last Saturday by a family reunion arranged by his wife. Relatives from both sides gathered at the Sailor home on South Fifth street for several hours, enjoying a feast and gifts in a pleasant, well planned celebration. His wife proved she could surprise him whenever she wished.
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J. H. Sailor
Sailor
South Fifth Street
Last Quarterly Meeting of M. E Church Report
The last quarterly meeting of the M. E church shows excellent results with the year’s system bringing all members into full. Improvements about the church and parsonage completed and all departments of church work look up for the next year. Rev Dougherty was unanimously invited to return next year and the General Superintendent was informed of the desire. E M Board, home dealer, offers monuments at discount, phone 81.
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M. E Church
Aes
Dougherty
Troy Township Republicans Nominate Strong Ticket
The Troy township Republican convention met in the court room and nominated a full township ticket for November. Challen Spinning was named trustee, Nelson Nebeker assessor, Charles Hull and Harrison Little constables, all by acclamation. The gathering had 46 Republicans present, adjourned after ten minutes once nominations were set, and praised the ticket as strong and electable.
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Troy Township
Court Room
Loys
Joseph Moore
Clinton D. Smith
T. A. Clifton
Chalien Spinning
Fletcher Boyd
O. Board
Spinning
Nelson Nebeker
Braze Coffing
Charles Hull
Harrison Little
John B. Schwin
Underselling Strategy by Spence, Smith & Spence
A brief note from Spence, Smith & Spence highlights underselling not as cheapening quality but through careful buying and economical selling practices. The firm emphasizes value and prudent pricing to benefit customers.
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Spence, Smith & Spence
Homes in Texas Panhandle Offer Flexible Acreage Deals
Seller advertises 80 to 5000 acre Texas Panhandle land tracts available with partition options to fit buyer needs. Promotes sunny climate and prosperity and invites interested parties to communicate. Mentions state ticket candidates Fred A. Simms and John C. Billheimer, plus coal supply and a local visit by Frank Drollinger.
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Texas Panhandle
Thois
Fred A. Simms
John C. Billheimer
Printing Brief For Polk Case At Appellate Court
The Republican finished printing a 175 page brief for the C. & BE. I. R. R. Co. in the Polk death case handled by Vester administrator. It includes case statement, issues, evidence narrative, jury findings, and record abstract. The suit seeks $400000 with questions on Polk’s contributory negligence and support expectations for his mother.
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Republican
Lucas Nebeker
Vester
Polk
Pulk
Attica
Protracted Meeting at Church of Christ Opens Aug 1
The Church of Christ announces a protracted meeting starting August 1 to be led by Prof. Geo A Klingman. The note urges unity among seven local churches, pledges Bible based fellowship, and invites neighbors to hear the preaching that follows the New Testament pattern: act, speak, and be silent as scriptures dictate.
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Church of Christ
Geo. A Klingman
Nister
Covington
Christ
Knox Hats Styles at M Schesley New Store
A historical notice cites a court case alleging the action was based on a false theory. It also mentions sole agency for Knox Hats and promotion of fashion at the M Schesley New Store.
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Knox
Schesley New Store
Covington Grain Market Report From Smith's Elevator
Grain prices and entries from Covington and Smith's elevator include Poone 169 Rye and 60 Wheat with tare adjustments and dated scans though line garbles obscure full figures. The fragment hints at market activity on a Thursday schedule with oat and rye entries and corrected weights.
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Smith’s
Poone
Examine Critically Everything You Buy of Us
A concise sales note urges customers to scrutinize every purchase to ensure complete satisfaction and warns that the firm aims for enduring value and consumer contentment.
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Spence, Smith & Spence
Reunion of the 63d to be held at Ravine Park
Captain Schuyler LaTourette of Covington reports the 63d Regiment reunion accepted an invitation to meet at Ravine Park on Wednesday August 19 in conjunction with the chautauqua. Veterans from that and other regiments may gather for a day of camp life reimagined with tents and hospitality suitable to their ages.
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63D
Covington
Rivine Park
Schuyler LaTourette
Merchants’ Association
Attica Press
Ravine Park
Special Exoagawata Trip Notice
Public notice from Special Exoagawata details a seven dollar fare for a dopdd trip with segments and references to W Richiebon for particulars.
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Exoagawata
Falls
Augeetbib
W. Richiebon
Attica Chautauqua Assembly at Ravine Park
The second annual Attica Chautauqua in Ravine Park runs August 14 to 23 under the Merchants' Association. Star attractions include Dr A W Lemar Mrs Florence Maybrick Col George W Bain and Judge Ben Lindsay with over sixty entertainments in ten days. Season tickets are 1 50 for ten days single admission 25 cents.
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Attica Chautauqua Assembly
Ravine Park
Merchante’ Association
A. W. Lemar
Florence Maybrick
London
England
Prison Fame
Geo. W. Bain
Ben Lindsay
Denver
R. K. Ray
Scretary
Attics
Ind
The True Test of Value in Goods Comparison
The article urges readers to compare goods to judge value. It stresses practical evaluation over price alone and highlights trust in quality outcomes for shoppers.
Old Settlers Meeting at Yeddo Promises Music and Speakers
The annual old settlers meeting at Yeddo will be held Thursday August 13 1908 in the same grove. The program features good speakers and music and invites residents to attend rather than stay home.
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Old Settlers
Yeddo
Union Worship Schedule for August Services
The Methodist and Presbyterian churches unite for August worship to avoid both pastors taking vacations at the same time. Services rotate between churches each Sunday at 11 o clock with Rev Fox preaching the first two Sundays and Rev Dough party the remaining Sundays. Sunday school starts at 10. Monuments designs by E M Boord.
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Presbyterian Church
Methodist Church
Fox
Dough Party
Western Indiana Gun Club Resident Found Critically Ill at Home
William Danslebarger of North Fifth Street was found Tuesday evening at his home in critical condition with estrokite or partial paralysis. Mrs Danslebarger, described as old and ill, has suffered poor health for some time.
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William Danslebarger
North Fifth Street
Danslebarger
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E. M. Board
Townhip Ticket
Texas Homes
Perity
P. J. McMahon
Frank Drollinger
Wabash
Telegraph Station
Attica Chautauqua
Old Settlers’ Meeting
Union Worship
E. M. Boord
Western Indiana Gun Club
Gun Club
J. R. Hicks
Lewie
Alten
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