Old Fountain County Man Seeks Attorney General Nomination
An article lauds James Bingham of Fountain County as a strong Republican candidate for Attorney General. It traces his roots from an 1861 birth on a farm to early work in mills and railroads, then teaching, highlighting his loyal party service and community standing as support for his statewide candidacy.
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Fountain County
James Bingham
Jim
Bingham
Alexander Bingham
Mill Creek Township
Hells’ Half
Indianapolis
Jim” Bingham
New Electric Line Survey Begins From Covington to Lafayette
A twelve man surveying party started from Covington toward Danville and on to Lafayette for the Fountain Warren Traction Company lines. Led by Charles M. Berry the crew reports a level route with rapid construction potential and aims to finish contracts by July with operation by mid 1903. The project promises regional development and increased property values in Covington and surrounding towns.
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Danville
Covington
Newton
LaFayette
Fountain-Warren Traction Company
Charles M. Berry
Muncie
Union Traction Company
George F. McCullough
G. P. A. Saddler
J. A. Foster
W. W. Luke
C. H. Dochterman
Capt. Miles
Rudolph Kaufman
Roy Rodgers
Frank Landers
David Ratcliff
Lem Howell
Henry Ramser
Stone Bluff
Newtown
Shawnee Mound
la Fayette
Circuit Court March term called with Judge Rabb presiding
The Circuit Court March term opened Monday with Judge Rabb on the bench. The light docket was called and cases assigned as minor matters were disposed of. No grand jury will be called this term while the Petit jury is to be convened next Monday.
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Circuit Court
Rabb
James Bingham Endorsed For State Republican Ticket
The piece lauds James Bingham, 41, of Fountain County, for leadership as County Superintendent, prosecutor, and lawyer. It cites his role in adopting the grade system, exposing Pollard School Furniture swindles, and building a strong legal career from 1887 onward. It urges Republicans statewide to support him for a high office.
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Fountain County
Charles M. McCabe
McCabe & Bingham
Twenty-first
Indiana
Fountain
Warren
Muncie
Old Fountain
James Bingham
County Farm visit highlights need for new inmates building
Our reporter toured the Fountain County Farm with the Board of County Commissioners. The 275 acre site houses 47 inmates, ages 18 to 70, in crowded conditions across 10 rooms with a shared dining area. The current facilities, though clean, are outdated and inadequate for rising inmate numbers, prompting calls for a $5,000 plus expansion with modern heating water and sewerage systems.
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Board of County Commissioners
Joseph
Fountain County
Peddling Wagon for Sale in First Class Condition
Peddling wagon for sale in first class condition for one horse. Asking price fifty dollars. Will sell at half price on easy terms if secured. Inquiries directed to Biggs & Son Williamsport.
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Biggs & Son
Williamsport
Two New Fast Trains Planned by C E I Railway
The C E I Railway announces two new fast passenger trains between Chicago and Attica starting next month. Southbound departures from Chicago at 9 AM will reach Attica at noon, with northbound trips from Attica at 3 30 PM arriving in Chicago at 7 PM.
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W. J. Jackson
W. H. Richardson
Mudlavia Springs
Attica
Chicago
Terre Haute
City Nominees Corrected For Full Council Election
Democratic report corrects ward nominations for a full city council election. First Ward candidates are M Mayer Jr and Geo Robb. Second Ward nominees are Charles Brwi and W C Coleman. Third Ward contenders are Will Hegg and T P McMahon. Also Star Grocery advertises coffee brands Wa bash and Old Dominion at 10¢ a package.
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M. Mayer Jr
Geo. Robb
Charles Br Wi
W.C. Coleman
Will Hegg
T. P. McMahon
Wabash and
Old Dominion
Star Grocery
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Hells
Half Acre
This Point
C. & E. I. Railway
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