Local business notes and social visits shape the week
The item list records Mrs. Frank Bingham visiting the city, DePauw students returning home for summer, and a string of social calls from Williamsport and Indianapolis. It notes Loeb's cash prices on dress goods, new goods at The Leader, and a heavy loss from W G Marshals saw mill fire at Cates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. G. Marshal
Cates
William Dannecker
Williamsport
Emma Haines
John Wilson
Adair’s special and local community notes brief
Notices from Adair and Veedersburg detail store promos and events including excursions to La Fayette, property moves on East Washington street, recent marriages in Williamsport, and local shopper promotions. Local figures like Billy Boyd, Lee Harter, Dr. Henderson, and Winks are mentioned along with seeds, groceries, and new merchandise at Loeb’s stores and Dennis’ bulk seeds. A double wedding at Mellott and farm news close the item.
Death of E B Osborn and civic tribute in Veedersburg
The Veedersburg Record reports the death of E B Osborn on June 11 at his home in Veedersburg after a long cancer illness. He was a respected citizen with strong Christian faith and a wife and children at his side. funeral services were held Friday at 2 p m with burial in Rockfield cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. B. Osborn
Veedersburg
North Mill Steet
Indianapolis
Chicago
Nurs Hadeen
Osborn Prairie Church
John Board
Rockfield Cemetery
Osborn remembered for commerce and faith in Veedersburg
The obituary recalls Mr. Osborn born Sept 17 1836 in the township and long a Veedersburg merchant and lumber dealer. Surviving wife Mary E Phebus and four children John L James M Emma and Charley are noted as prominent locals. His life combined business success with strong Christian character. Lucus Farm sold again with Dan Foxworthy buyer through M Herzog and Allen Byers. Foxworthy to move in after lease ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma
J. W. Martin
Charley
W. H. Lucus
Dan Foxworthy
Sampson Reed
Steam Corner
M. Herzog
Allen Byers
Mr. Foxworthy
Lucas
Hillsboro Horse Show Draws Large Crowd
The Hillsboro horse show last Saturday drew a good crowd with many local riders attending. Exhibits were high quality, and the event was praised as one of the best of the season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hillsboro
Leader Advocates Updated Methods for Delivery
The Leader argues for modern, up to date methods rather than transporting goods from the previous year, urging efficiency and current practices.
Death of Howard Hendricks Near Shawnee Town Shrouded in Mystery
Howard Hendricks, a popular 19 year old from Shawnee township, was found dead with a bullet wound on a roadside near Simon Lynch’s gate. A coroner held an inquest as neighbors debated whether his death was self-inflicted or the result of foul play.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howard Hendricks
Simon Lynch
Neot
Lew Castle
Howard
Wm. Hendricks
Hillsboro
John Crawford
New Castle Church
Crawford
Hendricks
Win Linch
Rice
Nieteen
Aflawati
Fountain County Citizen Delays Issue
The Fountain County Citizen reports it was not issued last week due to inability to complete work tied to issuing the previous issue. The staff apologizes for the delay and notes moving has occupied much time, promising regular publication thereafter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fountain County
Lost open faced silver watch with fob and charm
A small silver open faced watch with a silk fob and gold charm is missing. Finder should return it to this office for reward or thanks. The notice also urges readers that Loeb's Stores offer the best goods at the lowest prices in a new advertisement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loeb’s
Earl Shuler Faces Family News in Hillsboro Paper
The Waynetown Despatch reports Earl Shuler the Hillsboro Times editor has become a father figure. The Friday event introduces a feminine addition that unsettles his hopes, yet he shows no discouragement and looks to a bright future for Hillsboro as a business center.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Shuler
Hillsboro Times
Papa
Earl
Brooks
Cabe
Hillsboro
Smith Babb of Perrysville Recovers From Illness
Perrysville resident and father of Judge Barb, Smith Babb, has fully recovered from a long illness and is in better health than in many years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Smith Babb
Perrysville
Barb
Covington Band Delivers Second Concert to Fair Crowd
The Covington band performed its second concert Saturday evening to a fair crowd. The group played better this year and stood ready to do good work whenever called.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Jackson Commencement Honors Twenty Graduates
Jackson town high schools under trustee Jacob Fine graduated a class of twenty at last evening's exercises. The class is notably strong and well regarded, and congratulations are extended to all involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jackson Town
Jacob Fine
August Schesley Family Vacation Ride to Indianapolis
Mr and Mrs August Schesley of Lafayette visited relatives in town spending Sunday and Monday with the mother and kin. They departed Monday evening for Indianapolis and will then proceed to the Jakes for a ten day outing. Schesley holds a lucrative post with the Big Four at Lafayette and received a short vacation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
August Schesley
Lafayette
Mr. Schesley
Indianapolis
Fron
Jakes
Schesley
Big Four
Letter B on oats sparks superstition in Veedersburg
The Veedersburg Record reports a farmer noting a letter B on growing oats when held to light. Some see it as a bad omen portending calamity, while others dismiss it as insignificant yet worthy of speculation.
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Veedersburg
Bro
Huff
Move to New Quarters Promises Return of Local Republican
The newspaper announces its relocation to new quarters on Center south side and promises a return to normal operations soon after a strenuous moving period that taxed editors' muscles and wallets. The note invites readers to visit once settled.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fountain County
Republican
Center South Side
Death of Cyrus Grant after Covington train accident
Cyrus Grant aged sixty five died at the Arlington hotel Friday morning from internal injuries believed to result from a blow near the heart when struck by a passenger coach. He was a respected farmer from Attica area, a brother to Sam Grant Sr. and the late John Grant, with a wife divorced and children scattered. Funeral services were held Saturday at nine at the Arlington hotel with Rev. William Wilmer officiating. Interment was at Fountain-Attica Ledger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cyrus Grant
Covington
Arlington
Dr. Rice
Grant
Mr. Grant
Sam Grant
John Grant
Scott
Attica
Charles Grant
Benton County
Lizzie Grant
Lafayette
Arlington Hotel
William Wilmer
Fountain
Attica Ledger
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Frank Bingham
DePauw
Weol
Martin Stanton
Miss Dot Smith
Lagrippe
D. M. Ferry
Wm. Dennis
Harry Porter
Messrs
John and
Fred Wilson
the Leader
J. Fletcher Lewis
Willie Hedges
Hesse Herxselman
Ann Arbor
Dr. Henderson
Waynetown
Frank Bilsland
Lee Duncan
Clyde Layton
Purdue
M. Board’s
Marie Bryant
Muncie
County Board of Review
Layton & Rilsland
Eva Nebeker
Oklahoma
Adair’s
Lynn Spining
Lura Spining
Oklahoma City
Jos. Gwinn
City
Charles McCabe
Billy Boyd
East Washington Street
Lee Harter
Crane
Washington Street
Adair
Layton & Bilsland
Willard Remster
K. of P
Williard
Acme Brand
H. L
Harry Winks
Wiliamsport
Warren County
R.L
Dennis
Christian Church
Mellott
Truman Palmer, Jr
Frankfort
Nellie Thomas
Marlon Eslinger
Blanche Lamont
Grand Rapids
Mich
Sam Ludlow
Kate Ludlow
Veedersburg News
J. Loeb’s
Osborn
Lucus Farm
New Times
Jackson
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