Fountain County Commencement At Attica June 1
The second annual common schools commencement in Fountain county will be held at Ravine Park Attica on Saturday June 1. U S Commissioner of Education Prof P P Claxton will give the principal address with Charles A Greathouse and J G Collicott also speaking. 121 graduates will wear robes at the park with music by the National Military Band and Attica High School Glee Club. Admittance is free and expected attendance nears 5000. Special trains via C E I and Covington branch will run to Attica to accommodate travelers.
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Common Schools
Fountain County
Ravine Park
Attica
P. P Claxton
United States Commissioner of Education
Charles A. Greathouse
Indianapolis
National Military Band
Glee Club
Attica High School
Covington Branch
Covington
Sterling Remedy Co
Perry and
Jackson Streets
Park
W. R. Jewell
Danville
Oak Grove Cemetery
Womens’ Relief Corps
G. A. R. Hall
oVhe
Armory
M. E. Church
Presbyterian Church
New
Council Chamber
Public
Third Street
Washington
Pearl
Liberty
Ninth
Court House
Four gravel road projects advertised with June 4 letting
The announcements list four gravel road contracts to be let on June 4. Locations include Van Buren, the Cain Mill Creek line, Troy, and the John D. Trott road in Shawnee township.
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van Buren
Cain
Mill Creek
Troy
John D. Trott
Shawnee Township
Socialist Ticket Named At Indianapolis Nomination
The Socialist party named its national ticket Friday in Indianapolis with Eugene V. Debs of Terre Haute chosen again for president and Emil Seidel, former Milwaukee mayor, for vice president. This marks Debs fourth nomination.
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Socialist Party
Indianapolis
Eugene V. Debs
Terre Haute
Emil Seidel
Milwaukee
Debs
Fire destroys McAllister farm residence near Hillsboro
The fine McAllister farm home two miles north of Hillsboro burned Saturday afternoon around 4. The stove in an old wash house started the blaze. the family learned of the fire by a neighbor's phone call. The new house was a total loss with insurance of only 2,000 dollars.
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John McAllister
Hillsboro
You Can Save Money by Buying at J Loeb's Stores
Bargain pitch emphasizing savings on bugs linoleum and carpets at J Loeb's Stores. Details unclear but promotes low prices and wide selection at the retailer.
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J. Loeb’s
Largest Personal List Tied to Sampson Reed Estate
The executors of the Sampson Reed estate turned in the largest personal property list to assessor John Cade last week. The total value reached $185,605, promising sizable revenue for Covington and the county.
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Sampson Reed
John Cade
Covington
Candidates are Numerous in Benton and Warren Races
Williamsport Indiana May 158 reports candidates for joint representatives of Benton and Warren counties. Announced are John R Crask West Lebanon John Haynes Independence F B Ogborn and George N Dutcher Pine Village. The convention will be held at Fowler on July 1.
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Williamsport
Ind
Benton
Warren Counties
John R. Crask
West Lebanon
John Haynes
Independence
F. B Ogborn
George N. Dutcher
Pine Village
Fowler
Covington pupil Martha Young tops county eighth grade exam
The Covington school district proudly notes Martha E. Young as the only student in the county to pass the eighth grade exam, achieving the highest score in Troy township 924. Attica hosts the second annual commencement on June 1, with Covington residents urged to attend and support the event.
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Martha E. Young
Little Miss
Covington
Troy Township
Attica
Danville Beats Covington 5 to 2 in Sunday Showdown
The Western Wonders faced Covington as 3 I boys from Danville defeated the home team 5 to 2. Danville displayed strength while Covington fought hard, drawing a good crowd for the Sunday game.
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Danville
Entertaining Young Guests at Mrs Gardner's Fifth Street Home
Mrs Mary Gardner hosted a Fifth Street gathering last Thursday honoring Charten and Harry Remster who stayed with her this winter. Helen Myers and Cooper Clifton won prizes in a guessing contest before anagrams and refreshments of ice cream cake strawberries coffee and mints were served.
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Mary Gardner
Fifth Street
Charten
Harry Remster
Helen Myers
Cooper Clifton
Appointed New Members to County Board of Review
Judge I E Schoonover named Elton Mc Clure of Newtown and W R Coleman of this city to the Board of Review. They join W B Gray auditor, W H Thompson treasurer, and Oscar Phebus recorder who will serve as chairman. Ex-officio member is County Assessor C H Dochterman.
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I. E. Schoonover
Elton McClure
Newtown
W. R. Coleman
Board of Review
W. B. Gray
W. H. Thompson
Oscar Phebus
C.H. Dochterman
Valuation Increase by Indiana Tax Board Looms Large
The Indiana state board of tax commissioners in session at Indianapolis added over 4.5 million dollars to the total assessment of state corporations. Final figures may change at the July meeting and reductions are possible. Total corporate property value tops a quarter of a billion dollars, boosting tax take across nearly every county. Mrs. Ed Daller lists real estate offerings. Covington R D7.
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State Board of Tax Commissioners
Indianapolis
Miss Minnie Oliphant Preaches Evening Sermon at M E Church
Evangelist Miss Minnie Oliphant delivered the evening sermon at the M E church on Sunday, urging sowing the seeds of a good life. The Men's Chorus of ten voices provided music and she sang two sacred solos. Oliphant, born in North Vermilion County, plans to move to California soon with her father. her mother is buried in Mound cemetery across the river.
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Minnie Oliphant
M. E
Miss Oliphant
Vermillion County
Mound
California
Cut Prices on Millinery at One Third Off
A local store announces trimmed hats are now one third off, inviting customers to browse the selection and see what is available.
Old Soldier Fred Hahna Dies at Perrysville
Perrysville aged veteran Fred Hahna died Sunday evening from Civil War wounds suffered at Buzzard’s Roost Tennessee. A 71 year old former Co K 71st Indiana, he served also in the cavalry. Funeral at M E church Tuesday at 2 pm with Rev. Dalton officiating and burial in Perrysville cemetery. Four daughters survive.
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Fred Hahna
Perrysville
Buzzard's Roost
Tenn
Co. K. 71St Ind
Cavalry
M. E
Dalton
R. B. Royce
Steinbaugh
Brocton
Frank Aldrich
Danville
Retta
Root Named Temporary Chairman of Republican Convention
Senator Elihu T. Root will be the temporary chairman if the Rooseveltians do not control the convention. He has been picked by the arrangements committee and approved by Chairman Harry S. New and President Taft. If confirmed, Root will press party loyalty and support for Taft in the opening speech.
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Elihu T. Root
Senator Root
Harry S. New
Taft
O. K
Root
Roosevelt
Covington Fair Week Set With New Attractions
The Covington Fair is scheduled for September 9 to 13 following the Indiana State fair. The association touts the event as a good date and seeks standout attractions never seen before in this region.
Dr. Songer and wife return from trip South
Dr. Songer and his wife, who left Hillsboro for a southern trip weeks ago in poor health, arrived home Saturday night. They say the journey greatly benefited them and the doctor reports he is feeling better than he has for a long time.
Mrs James J Lewis Dies at 68 near Kingman
Mrs James J Lewis died at her home three miles west of Kingman on Thursday. She was 68 and mother to a large family. A prior stroke left her partially paralyzed. Funeral services were held Friday at 11 in the Bethel church with interment in the nearby cemetery.
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James J. Lewis
Kingman
Old Bethel Church
Busy Week in City Schools Commencement Week
Commencement week brings school exhibits on Wednesday in both buildings showcasing year long work. Class day exercises take place Thursday in the new building and commencement exercises follow this evening with Supt. J. G. Collicott of Indianapolis delivering the address.
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Supt
J.G Collicott
Indianapolis
Aged Lady Elizabeth Lynch Dies in Danville Township
Elizabeth Lynch born Villars 78 years ago died Sunday at 8 15 am at the home of her son William E K Lynch one mile east of Brewer Covington road She was sister of the late John Q Villars Surviving seven children Samantha Martha Nancy Alfred F A Lynch W E Lynch all of Danville township Funeral was held at Pleasant View church east of Danville Monday afternoon at 2 30 followed by burial in Lynch cemetery Danville News
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Elizabeth Lynch
Danville Township
William EK. Lynch
Brewer
Covington Road
Villars
John Q. Villars
Samantha Lynch
Martha Kester
Nancy Huff
Alfred D. Lynch
F. A. A. Lynch
W. E. Lynch
Pleasant View Church
Danville
Lynch Cemetery
Danville News
Baccalaureate Address Delivers Thoughtful Sermon at Church
Rev. R. A. King of Wabash College gave the baccalaureate address to high school graduates at the Presbyterian church. His topic An Ancient Exhortation drew praise for its advanced ideas and hard sense. The High School Chorus provided music with Miss Payne Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Hoard assisting as the church crowd filled the pews.
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R. A. King
Wabash College
Presbyterian Church
Payne
Walker
Ladies Shirt Waists At J. Loeb's Stores
New stock of shirt waists offered by J. Loeb's Stores featuring the latest styles and tailoring. Prices described as very reasonable to attract shoppers seeking updated garments.
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J. Loeb’s
Memorial Service and Jonah Sermon Series at Methodist Church
The annual memorial service will take place at the Methodist church next Sunday morning. In the evening the pastor will deliver the second sermon in a two part series on the Book of Jonah.
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Methodist Church
Local Resident Credits Doctor After Long Illness
John Koler of Rennselaer, aged 56, suffers asthma from childhood and bladder inflammation with incontinence. After two months under Dr. Finch's care he reports a complete cure and improved health. See the doctor's advertisement on another page.
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John Koler
Rennselaer
Finch
Double Stamps Saturday on Embroideries
Local ad notes a large show window display of embroideries at 25c per yard for corset covers and 1 percent inch flouncing. Saturday only, double stamps offered per Leader newspaper notice.
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The
Leader
Fire Destroys Barn Home and Auto Near Veedersburg
In Veedersburg a Thursday morning blaze destroyed a barn its contents and a new $1400 automobile. Mrs John Ratcliff, about 45 and formerly Miss Van Gundy, suffered severe burns while trying to fight the fire. Her clothing caught fire after she discovered the flames and she and Mr Ratcliff who is bank cashier, have several children. The fire's cause is unknown though gasoline tank explosion is suspected.
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Veedersburg
John Ratcliff
Jos. Glascock
Veterans Memorial Service At Local Churches
The First Presbyterian congregation will attend the Methodist church for morning worship where a memorial sermon honors Civil War veterans. The Brotherhood will lead the 7:30 p.m. evening service with speaker Mr. Harry H. Yohe of Indianapolis. Do not fail to hear him.
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Harry H. Yohe
Indianapolis
Munsingwear in Spring Comfort at J Loeb's Stores
Men and women seek comfort and fit in knit underwear for spring and summer and are urged to buy Munsingwear at J Loeb's Stores.
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J. Loeb’s
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Socialist
Ed. Daller
Covington R
Dr. Songer
Jas. J Lewis
M.E
America
Gloria
H. K. Fox
Logan
Oliver Blakely
Matinee Musicale
Mens’ Chorus
C. B. Philpott
Matinee Musicale Chorus
Edward W. Strecker
Sproson Wilson, Agt
Daniel Valentine
Julia E. Martin
Julia KE. Valentine
Yeddo
Valentine
C. & E. I. Railroad
Julia Valentine
Martin
Crawfordsville
First National Bank of Boswell
George Wheatley
Andrew A. Ghere
Frank Stilwell
Patrick Filburn
Sarah Filburn
Josephine E. Saddler
Wm. Schlosser
Charles G. Earle
Home Telephone Co
First Presbyterian Church
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