Storms and Floods Ravage Indiana and Midwest
A week of storms caused widespread damage across the Mississippi valley and central states. Tornadoes and cyclones killed dozens, injured hundreds, and left millions in property losses. In Indiana, the Wabash and Shawnee rivers rose, flooding towns, destroying bridges, and forcing evacuations along Sand Hill and Bend areas.
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Mississippi Valley
Central States
Gulf Coast
Canadian
Indiana
Lafayette
Frankfort
Court House
Wire Service
Iowa
Missouri
Illinois
Oklahoma
Kansas
Nebraska
Dakotas
South
Omaha
South Terre Haute
Coal Creek
Flood Devastates County Delaying Repairs and Communications
The article details severe flood damage across the county with bridges roads and rail lines ruined. The Wabash depot flooded and records lost by boat. Towns report extensive destruction including Lafayette with a drowned student and submerged utilities. Telephones and mail disrupted as rivers set historic highs and water rises threaten western routes.
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Wabash Railroad
Lafayette
Worth Reed
New Brown Street
Main Street
North Fourth Street
Merchants’ Light
Wild Cat
Great Drawing Card Draws Crowds at McGeorge Opening
T H McGeorge Jr Company hosted a three day sale event drawing large crowds to its 13 000 square foot showroom and surrounding ground space. Factory reps from multiple brands assisted customers while Friday night banquet attendees enjoyed a social evening. Saturday prize drawings awarded 125 dollars in prizes to both ladies and men. The event closed at 4 pm Saturday and boosted Covington business.
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T. H. McGeorge Jr. Company
John 8. Glascock
Attica Votes Wet Majority in Local Option
Attica residents voted on the local option measure on Wednesday with a decisive wet majority of 84. Telegraph reports indicate the result reflected a strong turnout and clear preference for prohibition repeal.
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Attica
Leader Store Opens Easter Season with Flourishing Opening
Covington readers report The Leader’s Easter Opening was a grand success with flowers and ferns decorating the store. The second floor millinery showcases an unequaled display of hats and spring fabrics, drawing crowds from morning till closing. Herzog’s efforts received high praise as cash receipts topped previous Easter openings.
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Herzog
Leader
Covington and Vicinity
Prisoner Crumley Not Employed on Barn Project
Frank Baird trustee of Northern Indiana State prison denies reports Crumley helped erect a barn at the prison. He says barns lie outside the farm and current shops are inside the walls. Crumley asked if he could be released in two years if he keeps a clean record. Baird says outcome uncertain. Attica Press notes Crumley’s cell visit and differing view.
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Frank Baird
Northern
Indiana State Prison
Ledger Press
Gilbert Crumley
Crumley
Wil
Crumsey
Michigan City
Frank
Gilbert
Attica Press
City youths rounded up for Saturday night lark
Leonard Maines Charles Mc Laughlin Dick Bartley and Thap Phobus were picked up by city authorities for off duty mischief. The mayor warns fines will rise with each repeat offense and sentenced enforced.
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Leonard Maines
Charles McLaughlin
Dick Bartley
Thap Phobus
Hill-Harden Wedding Ties Covington Pair
At the home of the bride’s parents in Covington Miss Trixy Belle Harden wed James T. Hill with Rev. H K Fox officiating. The couple, after a brief reception, left for Cincinnati and Knoxville and will reside at 913 East Main Urbana Illinois after April 1.
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Elmer K. Harden
East Liberty Street
Trixy Belle
James T. Hill
H. K. Fox
Covington
The
Light and Water Company
Cincinnati
Knoxville
Tennessee
Main St
Urbana
Ilis
City Council approves bonds for light and water plant
The City Council met on Monday with all members present and approved an emergency ordinance to issue bonds totaling 14 000 dollars at 5 percent interest to fund about 7 000 dollars of outstanding orders and warrants and to finance light and water plant improvements and other emergencies. A five foot sidewalk on Crocket street and another on West Washington street were ordered amid debate. The Public Morals Committee endorsed a “Dry Town” stance with Citizens' League pledging cooperation to enforce liquor laws. The meeting adjourned at 10 pm.
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Crocket Street
Third
Ninth Streets
West Washington Street
Wabash Railroad
Public Morals Committee
Citizens’ League of One Hundred
Worth Reed
League
Reed
River recedes. bridge safe after flood warning
This Friday morning the river has fallen a foot and the bridge is deemed safe. John Haines drowned Wednesday while attempting to save stock at Independence.
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John Haines
Easter Rain Dampens Covington Church Services
Easter day in Covington saw heavy rain keeping most residents indoors. Special services were held at churches but attendance was sparse with programs well regarded yet largely unheard by empty pews.
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Covington
City Politics Looking Up in Fall Campaign
Indications point to a lively fall city campaign with looming issues and several mayoralty candidates grooming. Party lines may blur as the political buzz grows among contenders and residents await the campaign to unfold.
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Covington
Big McMahon Horse Sale Attracts Buyers And Horses
One hundred horses and mules sold at the McMahon sale last Friday featuring racers stallions plow horses and other grades. Prices ranged from $11.00 to $247.50. A solid buyer presence and brisk bidding marked the event seen as one of the most successful sales by the McMahon boys, highlighting the sale’s value to the city.
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McMahon
McMahon Boys
Big Crowds Attend McMahon Sale and Saturday Openings
Large city crowds gathered Friday and Saturday drawn by the McMahon sale and business firm opening days. Weather was poor but motorists and teams filled the racks around the square, with visitors from distant areas and livery barns crowded. The success shows advertising and effort can attract crowds.
The Postmastership Contest in Covington
The race for Covington postmaster remains lively with candidates and a possible election. Voters resist a Wet appointee fearing machine influence, as they aim to keep Covington dry despite pressure on Congressman Morrison.
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Congressman Morrison
Covington and
Covington
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