Kingman Shooting Leaves Riley Wounded in Family Quarrel
Earnest Adkinson and James Riley became involved in a street quarrel in Kingman. Adkinson fired a revolver injuring Riley who is a farmer from Park County. Both men refuse to speak as Deputy Twiddy places Adkinson under $500 bond and remands him for circuit court. Public sympathy leans toward Adkinson.
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James Riley
Earnest Adkinson
Kingman
Riley
Adkinson
Park County
Twiddy
Death of James Martin Born 1837 in Henderson County Indiana
James Martin died suddenly on March 16 1906 at his daughter’s home near Foster Indiana from paralysis. He was 69 years old and survived by three of his six children Ella Walters Mattie Hayes and Mrs Andy Beckett along with his wife Susan Esselman. The remains were sent to Crawfordsville for interment in Oak Grove Cemetery after arrival. The notice notes his kindness and faithful nature and includes a prayer. The closing line advertises ladies clothing at The Leader.
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James Martin
Hendricks County
Ind
Susan Esselman
Ella Walters
Danville
Ill
Mattie Hayes
Covington
Andy Beckett
Foster
A. J. Beckett
Martin
Presbyterian Church Notice and Upcoming Events
The pastor will preach next Sunday on What Kind of a Christ is Yours and a vocal and instrumental program will honor Fanny Crosley who turns eighty six. Hymns and a life talk will be shared with an autograph letter read by the pastor. Services are planned for March 29 and 30 with Communion on April 1. Isaac Alcazer, who spoke on The Story of My Life, is expected back April 8 for a lecture on Jewish Home Life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fanny Crosley
Isaac Alcazer
Presbyterian Church
Fountain county teachers qualify for state common school license
The February 1906 examination results grant a State Common School License to teachers Jessie DeHaven Mattie Hugel Hula J Riffle J W Craig Rose Richardson and Norma Pavey in Fountain County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fountain County
Jessie DeHaven
Mattie Hugel
Hula J. Riffle
J. W. Craig
Rose Richardson
Norma Pavey
Fowler-Reed Auction Draws Large Crowd
The sale last Saturday attracted a large crowd as auctioneers Clint and Lee Butler sold goods valued between two and three thousand dollars. Enthusiastic buyers filled the room, driving strong bidding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fowler
Wm. F. Reeds' Lans Down and Black Goods Sale
The Leader advertises Wm. F. Reeds' genuine Lans down and black goods, touted as the best on earth and available only through The Leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. F. Reeds
Quarterly meeting at Cooper's Chapel announced
Notice of a two day gathering Saturday night and Sunday March 31st and April 1st with a Saturday afternoon business session. Bro M K Richardson will fill Bro Mater's place as presiding elder.
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Cooper’s Chapel
M. K. Richardson
Mater
Kerby and Sterns Marry in City Home
Francis Kerby a railroad employee and Miss Caroline Sterns sister of Mrs Henry Schmelig both of Champaign Ill were united in marriage at Henry Schmelig's home in this city Sunday evening by Rev Palmer. The couple have a house furnished in Champaign and began housekeeping at once. Genuine Lowell carpets advertised as all wool rolled on patented hollow sticks offered for sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Francis Kerby
Caroline Sterns
Henry Schmelig
Champaign
Ill
Rev. Palmer
Lowell
New Clothing and Gent's Furnishing Store to Open
Announcement notes David Burton will open a new men’s clothing and furnishing shop. Burton has been in Chicago all week, adding stock of clean new goods. The store will be up to date and ready for customers, with a bargain list mentioned.
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David Burton
Burton
Chicago
Pardon Petition Circulated in Sherrick's Behalf Throughout State
A statewide petition circulated by many of Sherrick's supporters urges Governor Hanly to pardon Ex Auditor David E. Sherrick claiming he is a victim of long standing officer practices. It argues punishment has already served as sufficient warning and calls for clemency to prevent further imprisonment. The notice was sent via Indianapolis friends with copies in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. P. Lewis
Indianpolis
David E. Sherrick
Hanly
Sherrick
Indiana
David E Sherrick
David E. Sherrinck
Spring Clothes Revealed by H. S. M. Best American Made
Consumers urged to consider spring suits and topcoats from H. S. M. noted for American craftsmanship and exclusive sales by the retailer. The message emphasizes quality and selection for the season.
Sabbath Services at Methodist Church
Sabbath services announced with Bible school at 9 30 and preaching at 10 40 Epworth League Sabbath Eve at 6 and preaching at 7 plus preaching at Bend Church on Sabbath afternoon at 2 30.
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Methodist Church
Bible School
Epworth League
Bend Church
Mrs Mont Board Fades as Family Awaits Final Moments
Sudden decline Tuesday evening left the Mont family called to the bedside as officials learned she could not live many hours. The news cast a pall over the community amid reports of her imminent death, while county residents note the modest presence of new car pets stock at local outlets.
Notice of Baptism Discussion Opens March 26 1906 Perrysville
A public discussion on immersion in water as essential to Christian baptism features H. H. Cannon affirming and Ben J. Elston denying. Opening by Mr. Cope for 45 minutes, Elston replying for an hour, Cannon to close with no new argument for 15 minutes. Held at the Standard Opera House Perrysville Indiana. All are welcome. Signed H H Cannon and Ben J Elston.
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H. H. Cannon
Ben J. Elston
Mr. Cope
Mr.Elston
Cannon
Standard Opera House
Perrysville
Ind
H, H, Cannon
Grand Opening Sale At McGeorge Jr and Co
T H McGeorge Jr and Co announce a grand opening sale for March 29 30 and 31 with extended stock variety and space to display goods. The event highlights the farmers and local people and invites all to read the detailed ad on page 5 and attend.
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T. H. McGeorge Jr.& Co
New style Buster Brown belts for children 25c
Spence Smith and Spence advertise new Buster Brown belts for children priced at 25 cents each, highlighting affordable fashion accessories for youngsters.
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Spence, Smith& Spence
Farmers Taxes Farm product valuations fixed by county assessors
The county assessors fixed valuations for farm products and livestock. Prices include wheat 75 cents per bushel, corn 30 cents, oats 25 cents, potatoes 50 cents, clover seed 5 dollars, flax seed 81.40, horses and cattle valued by class, hogs and sheep priced per head or per pound, poultry by the dozen or bird, and other farm staples listed. Spence, Smith & Spence.
Death of Danville child Lia Verna Kiger at age two
Lia Verna Kiger, two, daughter of Ira and Alta Kiger of Danville Illinois, died Sunday from complications of scarlet fever and measles. Burial was private amid heavy snow. Mrs. Kiger is sister of Mrs. Guy Spinning. Mr. Kiger is son of George Kiger. The notice ends with an unrelated local clothing ad for men and boys.
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Lia Verna Kiger
Ira
Alta Kiger
Danville Il
Kiger
Guy Spinning
Veedersburg
Mr. Kiger
George Kiger
Odilla Jarred Rites Mark Young Life End
Odilla Jarred a well known resident of Wabash township died at her Covington area home March 10 1906 after months of illness. Born June 18 1886 in Missouri she was 19 years 8 months and 22 days old. She joined the U B Church at Cooper Chapel in 1904 and was baptized the following summer. Her last words expressed readiness to go home to rest. Burial details follow Cardiff's Hall March 29 with local ads for home goods appended.
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Odilla Jarred
Wabash Township
Covington
Missouri
Joseph Bybee
U. B. Church
Cooper Chapel
Jesus
Old Fashion Dance Set for Covington Hall March 29 1906
Cariff's Hall Covington Indiana hosts an old fashion dance on Thursday night March 29 1906. Admission is 50 cents. Attend and have fun.
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Cariff’s Hall
Covington
Indiana
Wells Party Hosts Sleigh Riders at Country Home
Mr and Mrs Sam Wells welcomed a merry party of sleigh riders from town to their country home on Wednesday night. A fine time was enjoyed by all.
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Sam Wells
Dress making parlors open by Mesdames Shaff and Stalker
Mesdames Alva Stalker and Bert Shaff have opened dress making parlors in the rear room of the Nebeker Ice cream parlors. They will handle all kinds of plain and fancy sewing with Sadie’s Suits and fancy Dresses a specialty and invite the public to call and visit.
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Mesdames Alva Stalker
Bert Shaff
Nebeker
Sadie
Mesdames Shaff
Rev Orton to preach at County Farm Sunday at 3 PM
The Rev. Orton will conduct a Sunday afternoon sermon at the County Farm at 3 o'clock. All neighbors and friends are invited to attend these services.
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Orton
Parlor Millinery Opens Behind Nebeker’s Ice Cream Parlor
Miss Anna Nebeker opens a parlor millinery in the rear of Nebeker's ice cream parlor with Shaff and Stalker’s dressmaking department. Grand opening set for March 30 and 31. Spence Smith and Spence offers ideas and notions for customers.
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Anna Nebeker
Nebeker
Mesdames Shaff & Stalkers
Death of Rev J A Maxwell Noted Indiana Preacher
Rev J A Maxwell a leading Indiana Methodist preacher and North West Indiana Conference member died at Deaconess Hospital Indianapolis during bladder surgery. Interment was at Crown Hill Cemetery. He formerly led work in Attica and Newtown and was Presiding Elder of the South Bend district. Paul Carnick of Crawfordsville to succeed him as presiding elder.
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J. A. Maxwell
Indiana
Deaconess Hospital
Indianapolis
Crown Hill Cemetery
Maxwell
Attica
Newtown
South Bend
Paul Carnick
Crawfordsville
Fowler
County Republican Primary Calls for Strong Voter Turnout
The county prepares for the Republican primary held two weeks from tomorrow. Candidates must file petitions with the county chairman ten days before the convention. Some offices lack declared candidates including surveyor coroner commissioner and county council. Voters are urged to attend conventions and vote for capable candidates, as interest drives campaign success.
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J. Loeb’s
Oak Grove Cemetery
Presbyterian Church Notice
Dorothy Dodd
Walkover
East End
Kerby-Sterns
Ex Auditor
America
Spence, Smith &Spence
Spence
Smitha Spence
Cardiff’s Hall
Spence, Smith&Spence
Dr. Maxwell Death
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