Clover Leaf Foreman W. B. McGuire Found Dead in Coal Creek
A partially decomposed body identified as W Barney McGuire, Clover Leaf railroad section foreman, was found in Coal Creek near the Wabashelay factory. He had been missing since Tuesday. Death attributed to drowning. cause uncertain whether accident or self harm. Family notified. funeral arrangements pending.
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McGuire
Coal Creek
Old Hetfield Mill
Veedersburg
Wabashelay
W. Barnes McGuire
Ocheltree
A. L. Ocheltree
Parham
Cal. Scherer
Albert Gillis
Silverwood
Democrats to Convene in Warren County for Nominating Ticket
Warren County Democrats plan a mass convention in Williamsport on Saturday June 1 to nominate a ticket for the coming election. The action aims to maintain party organization with little expectation of electing members. Samuel Clark remains the only Warren County official elected outside the county superintendent, having served as sheriff. A Democratic judge was once elected with Benton County support forming the circuit.
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Warren County
Williamsport
Samuel Clark
Benton County
Judicial Circuit
Time to Buy Millinery Half Price Hats
Storewide hat sale announced by The Leader offering half price on any hat. Shoppers urged to visit and explore available styles and selections.
Memorial Sermon Honors Deceased Veterans At M E Church
Rev E W Strecker delivered the memorial sermon at the M E church on Sunday morning. The Post and W R C attended in full, with several former regulars absent. The G A R ranks are thinning as veterans roll calls end. The sermon praised heroism and national service while urging living to act by memory. Music by a twelve voice Male Chorus made the service memorable.
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E. W. Strecker
M. E
Post
Massey opens new offices in Tinsley building
W R Massey and Sons have fitted up two front rooms upstairs in the Tinsley building and invite clients. The firm offers real estate and insurance services and will handle any business brought to them.
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W.R. Massey & Sons
Tinsley
Mr. Massey
Pension Applications Under Sherwood Law Distributed
Congressman Morrison in the district has sent blank pension applications for the Sher wood Pension Law to the Republican. The forms bear the law on the back and will be furnished to old soldiers seeking to use the program.
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Morrison
Sherwood
Wreck on Clover Leaf Delays Trains After Freight Crash
A heavy westbound freight derailed near Mellott, about 34 miles away, when trucks came from under a car. Twelve cars were ditched and smashed, track damaged for hundreds of feet, causing several hours of delay. No injuries. a few hobos had narrow escapes.
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Mellott
Guy Edwards Still Missing In Indiana River
Guy Edwards, a 26 year old Independence man, is missing after an incident on the Wabash above Independence while musseling. A thorough river search found no results and the absence of his Sunday suit suggests he may not have drowned.
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Guy Edwards
Independence
Wabash
Attica Tribune
Old Family Horse Drops Dead on Grade West of River
A 25 year old driving mare owned by James Cunningham reared and died suddenly on the grade west of the river bridge Saturday evening. Ted King drove the frightened mare and was thrown from the buggy, landing on his head, while Jas. Cunningham remained in the vehicle. The mare died at once, and heart disease is suspected.
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James Cunningham
River Bridge
Jas
Ted King
Ted
Jim
Covington High School Holds Commencement Exercises
City schools close with the Class of 19 receiving diplomas Friday evening in the new high school auditorium. Prof. J G Collicott of Indianapolis spoke, A T Livengood presented diplomas, and graduates Cecil J Murray Margarett Douglass Pearl Brown gave orations.
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Covington High School
J. G. Collicott
Indianapolis
A. T. Livengood
H.C
Cecil J. Murray
Della H. Martin
Nellie E. Martin
Stanley Lusader
Challen M. Remster
Hazel E Smith
Florence C. Cardiff
Vaun Florey
Jennie Wilkey
Two Specials Saturday at The Leader
Embroideries and insertions to match worth 1ic. 50 pieces only at 10c per yard. Ladies shirt waists up to $1.50 now 98c. Necks long or short sleeves open front or back. Saturday only. See the big show window.
Merryman and Snoddy Couple Wed at Local Manse
Benjamin Merryman oldest son of James Merryman and Miss Mary Snoddy daughter of Milton Snoddy of Coal Creek were married at the manse by Dr Fox at four o'clock Wednesday afternoon. Ben is night man at the Big Four and is moving into a good position.
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Benjamin Merryman
James Merryman
Mary Snoddy
Milton Snoddy
Coal Creek
Dr. Fox
Ben
Royal Neighbors hold all day meeting at Veedersburg
Royal neighbors of Fountain County schedule an all day gathering Thursday June 6 in the R N A hall Veedersburg. The event includes a morning social and business session a noon basket dinner and an afternoon School of Instruction led by a Supreme Officer State Deputy Mrs Marie Wyning will attend.
Residence Fire Destroys Farm Near Coal Creek
A residence and smokehouse on Dr. Orahood's farm two miles east of Coal Creek in Wabash township burned Monday evening. Perle Allen was at home but both she and her husband and the neighbor were away. Allen returned to find the house fully involved. There was no insurance and the loss to Mr. Allen is heavy. Dr. Orahood owns the farm and now lives in Indianapolis.
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Oraheed
Perle Allen
Cca Ceek
Wabash Township
Mr. Allen
Dr. Orahood
Coal Creek
Indianapolis
Window Shades at J. Loeb's Stores
J. Loeb's Stores offers a complete assortment of window shades in multiple lengths and widths with top quality materials and smooth rolling mechanisms. Choose from a wide color range and reliable rollers for any room.
Socialist Speaking at Court House on The Challenge of Socialism
Rev. S. S. Condo of Marion will speak at the corner of Third Street by the courthouse on Saturday night June 1 on The Challenge of Socialism. He is a candidate for State Governor and is described as an able and convincing speaker. Everyone invited and questions urged after the talk. Committee.
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S. S. Condo
Third Street
Court House
Real Estate Notice for Covington R D7 sale
Mrs. Hol. Dalier advertises selling or trading in real estate in Covington District 7.
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Mrs. Hol. Dalier
Covington R
Marriage Licenses Listed for Three Couples
Elmer Gray age 22 and Alta Shipman age 19. Henry C. Delp age 29 and Edna C. Sanders age 30. Geo. W. Miller age 22 and Mary A. Hann age 23.
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Elmer Gray
Alta Shipman
Henry C. Delp
Edna C. Sanders
Geo. W. Miller
Mary A. Hann
No More Politics for Berry Baby Born to Editor Berry Family
Friends debated insanity commissions for Editor Berry of the News but a Tuesday night birth explains his odd behavior. An 8 pound boy arrived around 100 o clock with father and mother and baby doing well. The family is receiving congratulations from the fraternity.
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Berry
News
Mother
Babe
Coffing appeals assault conviction in circuit court
T M Coffing the south side hardware dealer appealed after a jury trial in Justice Ward's court. Coffing was convicted of assault and battery for an altercation with Lonnie Lewsader restaurant proprietor. Lewsader pled guilty earlier and paid a fine of one dollar and costs.
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T. M. Coffing
South Side
Lonnie Lewsader
Death of R D Florey at Beulah with Shawnee ties
Richard D. Florey died at about 9 30 p m Sunday at his home six miles southeast of Attica after months of heart trouble. He was 48, born in Richland township and lived in Shawnee township. Survived by widow and five children, two brothers Charles and Clint, sister Mrs Ed Hart, and nephew of the late Dan Florey. Funeral held at 3 p m Wednesday with burial in Beulah cemetery.
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Richard D. Florey
Attica
Mr. Florey
Richland Township
Haa
Shawnee Township
John Florey
City Council Sets Street Plans and Repairs
The city council met with all members present and ordered a concrete walk from the square to Wabash depot on the north side of Washington street. Speeders and buckle riding on sidewalks were halted by police and the ordinance enforced. East Washington street to be oil prepared and the Liberty viaduct hill road oiled. Concrete bridges to be advertised at two eastern city locations and the McDonald bridge repaired. School trustee to be elected at next regular meeting.
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Wabash Depot
Washington Street
East
Liberty
McDonald
Chal
J Loeb Store Ad Urges Rug Linoleum and Carpets Sale
Readable ad notes savings by purchasing rugs linoleum and carpets at J Loeb’s Stores. The message emphasizes cost cuts for home improvements.
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J. Loeb’s
Covington Eyes Carnegie Library Move Toward Funding
Citizens and women of the Woman's Club drive a Carnegie library project for Covington with a $40000 pledged guarantee fund. The plan includes a city library tax of $900 yearly, Carnegie funds matching tenfold, and site selection by a dedicated library board. Decoration Day parade and speech follow, highlighting civic pride and historical reflection.
Free Stamps Saturday At Beautiful Window Decoration
Warren Yeagy, recently back from Chicago, decorated two windows for M. Schesley, praised as splendid works of art. Free Green Trading Stamps with 50c purchase at Beautiful Window Decoration Saturday only, and J. Loeb's Store offers the largest assortment of men and boys clothing.
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Warren Yeagy
Ecton
Col
Chicago
M. Schesley
North Side
Men Arch Boys Clothing
J. Loeb
Publishers Year Limit Notice
The Republican informs readers a report on subscription lists is required and delinquent subscribers will incur one cent post rate per paper after a year past expiration. The paper will be stopped for over a year due to nonpayment, urging readers to check the label date and remit promptly to avoid loss.
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Republican
Lst
Post Office Department
Washington, D. C
Insurance policy costs for cyclone mutual and agent note
The Farmers Cyclone Mutual Insurance Co offers a $1 000 policy for four years six months costing $4.00. Last year’s annual assessment was 5 cents per $100. City property cyclone rate same. Agent Sproson Wilson. Vet Dr. Longacre for sick horses or cattle.
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Farmers’ Cyclone Mutual Insurance Co
Sproson Wilson, Agt
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Massey's
Pension Applications
Colbett
J. Loeb's Stores
R. D. Florey
Carnagie Library
Covington
Woman’s Club
Carnegie
United States
Circuit Court
W. E. Livengod
Leroy Sanders
Joseph Wilkey
Julius Loeb
Mark Rogers
I. E. Schoonover
Claud Philpott
W. E. Livengood
Joe Wilkey
Armory Hall
Washington
Fifth Streets
Fourth Street
Oak Grove Cemetery
Ninth
W. R. Jewell
Chinn Livengood
Dr. Longacre
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