Fire Destroys Grade Building
A grade school building was destroyed by fire at about 1 p m Thursday, total loss with only 16000 dollars insured. The origin is unknown but thought to be waste paper burning in the furnace. Built in 1976 7 for 37000 dollars by E H Nebelrer and John McMannompy. school board members were J Ristine J P Sherron and O Board. Loss to Covington School Corporation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. H. Nebelrer
John McMannompy
J. Ristine
J. P. Sherron
O. Board
Covington School Corporation
Political Gossip Shapes Fountain County Campaign
The piece notes Democrats are weak while Republicans delay their county convention. Republicans plan a stealthy business campaign with precise moves to influence the race. Clinton County reports thirteen Republican nominees, signaling active party engagement there.
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Fountain County
O B Ratcliff Aims For Fountain Court Judge Seat
O B Ratcliff declares he will race for judge and vows to beat Schoon if nominated by his party and the people. He would prefer the Fountain court judgeship over succeeding President Taft. The contest is expected to be competitive though the campaign may be brief.
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O. B. Ratcliff
Schoon
U O. B
O. B
Fountain Court
Taft
Virgil Frazer Emerges as Republican Treasurer Candidate
Chicago convention dominates political interest as Fountain county figures Virgil Frazer and Philpott prepare for a strong race. Frazer, a respected young farmer, is seen as a leading candidate with a solid opponent in Philpott, both praised for high moral character.
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Virgil Frazer
Virgil
Fountain County
Philpott
Local political chatter hints at Republican nominees and races
Republicans name several possible candidates before the convention for county offices. Stohl, a Democratic contender for Representative, is viewed as loyal to the party. Plans for 1914 trustees, a county surveyor race with Col. Sent man, and debates over George B. Pavey for Commissioner are noted, with Richland township seeking a candidate to oppose Billy Wright.
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Stohl
George B. Pavey
Richland Township
Billy Wright
Republicans Aim for Strong Local Ticket in Fountain County
Republicans hold solid county unity with no dissensions or club feuds. They plan a strong, winning ticket once national and state politics align and platforms are finalized. Emphasizing local victory, they urge belief in success regardless of outside events.
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Fountain County
Three Candidates in County Sheriff Race Ahead of Convention
The week sees a candidate entering the sheriff race as the Republican convention approaches. Three good men compete, promising activity before and after the convention. Jake appears likely to run strongly and could become an excellent sheriff if nominated. The Republicans are favored to win the county race.
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Fian
van Buren Township
Jake
Antisceptic Powder Promises Easy Shoes Relief
Advertisement claims powder to shake into shoes relieves pain from tight or new footwear and bunions and reduces sweating and stinging. Sold everywhere for 25 cents with a free sample offer. Address Allen 8 Olmated Le Roy NY.
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Allen
le Roy
N, Y
Eight New Bishops Named and Other Delegates at Conference
The conference retired Bishops Warren Moore and Neely and elected eight new bishops including Frederick D. Leets in Atlanta Homer A Stuntz in Buenos Aires Theodore S Henderson in Chattanooga Francis J McConnell in Denver Napthali Luccock in Helena Wilbur P Thirkield in New Orleans Richard J Cooke in Portland Ure The session approved a China recognition move and saw a historic table sold for 1500 dollars later resold for 1100 dollars netting 2600. Dr Wilbur Sheridan, a DePauw graduate, was elected General Secretary of the Epworth League. A German delegate Emil Luer ing possessed knowledge of 25 languages and could preach in fifteen. The Anti Saloon League was endorsed as a major temperance reform group. The conference debated policy changes but most memorials were dropped.
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Frederick D. Leets
Atlanta
Homer A. Stuntz
Buenos Aires
S. A
Theodore 8. Henderson
Chattanooga
Francis J. McConnell
Denver
Napthali Luccock
Helena
Mont
Wibur P. Thirkield
New Orleans
Richard J. Cooke
Portland
Ure
Shouling area notice for cinders sale
A local notice advises interested parties to call at this office regarding a choice lot of cinders for the shouling. Access details not provided.
Oakland Model 40 for sale with starter included
J. E. Briaes of Williamsport Indiana offers a fully equipped Model 40 Oakland with starter for 1420 dollars. He will sell other models proportionally and can travel within his territory to showroom the car by phone or mail inquiry.
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Fountain County
Oakland
Williamsport
Ind
J. E. Briaes
Local Students Plan College and Farm Summer Arrangements
Challen and Harrold Remster, attending school this winter, depart for North ern Minnesota. Challen plans a brief vacation then aims for law school, perhaps Ann Arbor, while Harrold stays on the farm and may return for fall classes. Harry Evans visits St Elmo Illinois for deafness treatment by Smith the Healer, reporting improved hearing and noting broad public attention and treatment fees of 1.00 to 1.50. Carey Young & Co advertise cedar shingles as a building reshingle option.
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Challen
Harrold Remster
Minnesota
Ann Arbor
Harrold
Bucklen Arnica Salve Hero Sparks Crowd
A fire hero with burned hands lifts a round tin and proclaims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve cures burns, boils, ulcers, sores, pimples, eczema, cuts, sprains, and bruises. The product claims rapid inflammation relief and pain kill, selling for 25 cents at Irvin & Willard’s. A recent rain favored farmers, followed by a cold waveWednesday.
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Irvin & Willard’s
Munsingwear Sets Spring Comfort at J Loeb’s Stores
Men and women seek comfort in knit underwear for spring and summer and find Munsingwear at J Loeb's Stores. The Republican supports quality stationery for your station.
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J. Loeb’s
the Republican
Residence on Liberty Street Reroofed and Repainted
E. H. Nebeker had his Liberty street home reroofed and neatly repainted. John Wilson did the painting and Tom Vice completed the roofing.
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E. H. Nebeker
Liberty Street
John Wilson
Tom Vice
Estate of Mandbal C Yount notice
The Fountain Trust Company as Administrator of the Estate of Mandbal C Yount announces a probate matter. O Palewis is attorney for Adair in this proceeding. Ss bw.
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the Fountain Trust Company
Mandbal C
Yount
O. Palewis
Adair
Bladder Trouble Prompts Cured Customer Testimony
Miss Mary Ardner of Defiance Ohio reports rapid relief from severe bladder and kidney pain after using Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root. She bought three dollar bottles and says she felt like a new person and recommends it to others.
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Dr. Kilmer
Maryardner
Washington St
Defiance
Ohio
Mary Ardner
F. L. Ray
Prove What Swamp Root Will Do For You
Letter to Dr Kilmer Co Binghamton NY offers a sample bottle and a booklet on kidneys and bladder. Mentions Covington Weekly Republican and that regular fifty cent and one dollar size bottles are sold at all drug stores.
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Swamp Root
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghampton, N. Y
Covington Weekly Republican
City to Enforce Auto Speed Ordinance
City officials warn strict enforcement of the speed limit with fines and potential arrests to curb speeding and reduce officer workload. Motorists are urged to slow down to avoid penalties.
New Discovery Said To Benefit Porto Rico People
Reports from Porto Rico praise Dr King s New Discovery for coughs colds and chest ailments. Ramon T Marchan of Barceloneta says it cured him and his brother and over 20 others and hopes it will be sold in every drug store. Trial bottle offered free 50 cents and one dollar. Guarantee by Irvin and Willard.
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Porto Rico
Ramon T. Marchan
Barceloneta
Irvin & Willard
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Metalbase Electros
Covington
Fountain
Warren
Vermillion Counties
J. Wesley Whicker
Will T. Adkins
Harry Wertz
Jacob Yerkes
Clinton County
Clinton
Chicago
Col. Sentman
Warren, Moore and
Neely
DePauw University
Emil Luering
Germany
The
Anti Saloon League
Wilbur Sheridan
Indiana
Epworth League
Republic of China
China
United States
John E. Andrus
New York
Agents Commission
Harry Evans
St. Elmo
Ilinois
Smith
Harry
Carey, Young & Co
T. E. Rainier
A. B. Phelps
Covington, Ind
Fountain Circuit Court
Hannibal C. Yount
Fountain Trust Company
Washington Street
First National Bank
Mellott Bank
Central Casualty
Mellott
Indiana Supreme Court Reports
Indiana Appellate Court Reports
Dr Kilmer &Co
Binghampton, NY
City
Harrison Street
Schmelig
Ninth Street
Jefferson
Washington Streets
Big Four
Common Council
Charles A. Baldwin
Evan W. Heath
South East Corner
W. R. Massey & Sons
Tinsley Block
John McDonald
N. FE
Corner Square
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