Rally Day at M. E. Church Features Attica Orchestra
The Attica orchestra of twelve performers contributed music for a full day rally at the M. E. church. Mrs Adda Romine and Miss Madge Lanius sang solos, Ora Livengood duo performed, and Rev. Smith delivered a thirty minute sermon on “The unfinished work of Jesus.” The day drew a packed crowd with morning exercises, afternoon sessions, and a strong concluding benediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E
Attica
Jessie Reed
Adda Romine
Smith
Crawfordsville
Jesus
Supper at Cooper Chapel Nets Funds for Ministers
Supper held at Cooper Chapel on Saturday Oct 27 drew many but cold weather kept some home. Quilt sales reached 261 numbers with Bennie Graham winning number 264. proceeds totaled 35.60 dollars. An organ has been purchased and the balance will fund the minister's salary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cooper Chapel
Bennie Graham
Circuit Court Debt and Divorce Actions Listed
William West versus Johanna West and Ida T Walters et al involve debt. Abraham L Rodgers versus Jas W Price Fletcher Boyd J La Allen jr involve debt. Indiana ex rel Roberta Oilar and Ltta Ouar v Ban Buren School Township 8 J Ludlow mandamus. Valentine J Day v William G Marshall debt. Melvina J Layman v Richard A Layman divorce. Oysters in any quantity at Merryman Gro s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William West
Johanna West
Ida T. Walters
Abraham L. Rodgers
Jas. W. Price
Fletcher Boyd
J. la Allen Jr
State of Indiana
Roberta Oilar
Ltta Ouar
Ban Buren School Township
J. Ludlow
Valentine J. Day
William G. Marshall
Melvina J. Layman
Richard A. Layman
Rodgers files debt suit over rent against Price Boyd and Allen
A. L. Rodgers sues James W. Price Fletcher W. Boyd and James Allen Jr for collection of debt incurred by the firm Jas W Price Co relating to rents of Rodgers room. The article links the suit to an alleged attempt by the defendants to influence county politics and the Republican party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. L. Rodgers
James W. Price
Fletcher W. Boyd
James Allen, Jr
Jas. W. Price & Co
Rodger
Leader ad vows $100,003 mark in 1906 sales
The Leader announces a bold sales target of 100,003 dollars for 1906 and invites customers to buy at very small profits. It promises substantial savings and asks readers not to shop around before purchasing, citing the help of friends and customers.
Rebecca’s Club Entertains at J C O F Hall
Rebecca lodge held a pleasant social evening in the J C O F Hall on Wednesday night. A splendid program was rendered and refreshments served at the close. Many brothers attended and all enjoyed a most pleasant evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebecca Locge
J. C. O. F. Hall
Eastern Star Ladies Host Notable Regular Meeting
The Ladies of the Eastern Star held their regular meeting Monday night with higher than usual attendance. After the usual work, refreshments were served and special amusements provided. The gathering aimed to make meetings more than ordinarily interesting for all attendees.
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Ladies of the Eastern Star
Merchants Excursion Demonstrates Covington Trade Strength
Covington business men proved the town can attract crowds with a successful excursion. The Big Four offered special rates on the regular Hillsboro to Covington morning train, tickets good for return Sunday. Seventy tickets from Hillsboro and ninety one from Veedersburg were sold, boosting trade and leaving visitors pleased and likely to return. Fine black cloaks available at J. Loeb's Store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Hillsboro
Veedersburg
Marriage case settled over fraudulent nuptials in Covington
The Crawfordsville Journal reports Milt Murphy settled a suit alleging he married May Baker to escape persecution after seduction. He left before two years, faces penalties, and must pay plaintiff 350 dollars by 8.2 per week installments. He retains a good reputation aside from this case.
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Milt Murphy
May Baker
Covington
Crawfordsville Journal
Election Day Dinner and Supper Announcement
The Woman's Relief Corps plans a dinner and supper at the G A R hall on Election Day Tuesday November 6 1906. Tickets are priced to attract all attendees. Community members are invited to attend.
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Woman’s Relief Corp
G. A. RB. Hall
Snyder-Benefield Wedding Held at Reeves Home
Edward R. Benefield and Mrs. Sarah M. Snyder, both of Wald, wed Sunday evening at 6 in the home of Mr. and Mrs. William Reeves in this city. Rev. J. H. Palmer officiated. Mrs. Reeves is the bride’s younger sister, formerly of Newtown.
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William Reeves
Edward R. Benefield
Sarah M. Snyder
Waveland
J. H. Palmer
Rathbone Sisters Host Halloween Entertainment at K of P Hall
The Rathbone sisters presented a Halloween program at the K P Hall on Tuesday night. Following the exercises, light refreshments were served. A good crowd attended and enjoyed the festive activities and pleasant evening.
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Rathbone
K. of P. Hall
Dallas Frazier Hurt In Roadside Runaway Near Veedersburg
Two young men Dallas Frazier and Ralph Hesler were riding when a freight train spooked their horse near Sterling east of Veedersburg. Frazier suffered a severe cut above the left eye and minor injuries. Hester was found unconscious but revived with no serious harm.
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Veedersburg
Dallas Frazier
Ralph Hesler
Here
Sterling
Dallas
Sam Sargent
Claude Banta
Hester
Frazier
Hats Hats Hats A Good Line at Coleman Reeves and Coleman
A compact retailer note highlights hats at Coleman Reeves and Coleman offering a select line. The item emphasizes the store’s assortments and appeal to shoppers seeking a headwear selection.
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Coleman, Reeves & Coleman
W F M S District Meeting Held in Covington
The Crawfordsville District Woman's Foreign Missionary Society met October 22 and 23 1906 in Covington at the M E church. Delegates and visiting members from forty three auxiliaries attended with a large, attentive audience and strong hospitality from Covington. The program included addresses by notable speakers, memorials, reports, and resolutions praising missionary work in China and India Jubilee with plans for the next annual meeting at Thorntown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woman's Foreign Missionary Society
Crawfordsville
M-T
Delgate
M. E
Covington
Nellie Hicoard
Mary Shaw
Zionsvile
Rebecca Daly
Poona
India
Addie Roine
L. S. Buckies
Phorntown
Mikhart
Martha BE
Wilma Wailker
Lebanon
J. J. Clayton
Colfax
Minnie Campbell
Newtown
Nelie Board
Effie Johns
Indianapolis
Margaret Mahorney
Mary E. Watt
Thorntown
J. H. Palmer
Madge Lanius
Emma Martin
Otterbein
Foo Chow
China
Miss Daily
Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society
Rebecca M. Daily
Ord
Marsha E. Howard
Wasic
Covington Auxiary
W.F. M.S
J. J. Claypool
Nettie O.dwalader
Piebern Benefit Raises About 25 95 For Aged Woman
The soup and coffee benefit hosted by Mesdames Kaufman Ward and Hunter at Mrs S C Kaufman’s home netted about 25 95. The funds will be used to make the elderly recipient comfortable. The Leader notes continued cloak donations and thanks the generous public.
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Mesdames, Kaufman, Ward
Gruesome Find at Catholic Cemetery In Attica
Skeleton of unknown woman found buried on the Poke family lot in a Catholic cemetery. The casket rotted, skull preserved with red hair, and bones unearthed before the land was bought for the cemetery. Reinterred in a vacant lot per Father Schwedler’s advice. Mystery of identity and motive remains unsolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bernard Poke
Poke
Father Schwedler
Attica Presa
Residence of David Steel Burns In Fire
The southeast of the city residence of David Steel burned to the ground Wednesday afternoon. The substantial frame building, built years ago, was in good repair before the fire. The origin is not known but believed due to a defective flue. All household goods above the cellar were saved.
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David Steel
Ashough
Also Mentioned on This Page
Attica Orchestra
Circuit Court
Merryman Gro's
Lincoln Rodgers
Rebeccas
J. Loeb
Milton Murphy
Snyder-Benefield
Halloween Entertainment
The
W. F. M.S. District Meeting
Wilma Walter
Hopper
M. E Church
J. T. Orton
Presbyterian Church
J. H. York
Baptist Church
Lucy Bell
Christian Church
A. H. DeLong
Marie Bryant
Burns
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