Indiana City Elections Signal Republican Drift
Fred A. Sims, chairman of the Republican State central committee, praised Indiana municipal results. He reported 24 Republican mayors elected and a large party-vote gain since 1912, with Bookwalter’s Indianapolis showing about 5,000 votes more than Durbin and a 6,000 short Progressive vote versus Beveridge last fall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred A. Sims
Republican State Central Committee
Indiana
Mr. Sims
Bookwalter
Indianapolis
Durbin
Beveridge
Dead Men Can Not Fight Back
A defense of fair treatment for the living when pursuing official duties. The piece argues against judging or shaming the dead, urging that officials should act openly while alive. It cites cases of back taxes on estates of deceased individuals and calls for due process and accountability for the living.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sampson Reed
H. C. Yount
KE. H. Nebeker
Miss Nellie Phillips Undergoes Appendicitis Operation
Miss Nellie Phillips of East Jefferson Street, daughter of Mr and Mrs Waller Phillips, left school in Mound township Warren county and was taken to Danville Saturday for an appendectomy. She underwent surgery Monday morning and, initial reports say, recovered from anesthesia and is doing fairly well. Trustee James Zanes has hired Grace Winogel of this city to teach in place of Miss Phillips. Winogel is a Covington High School graduate and highly regarded.
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Nellie Phillips
Waller Phillips
Jefferson Street
Mound Township
Warren County
Danville
James Zanes
Grace Wmnigel
Phillips
Hiigel
Covington High School
Urged for District Chairman in Ninth District
The Danville Democrat reports Fountain county voters urge Hon. A. T. Livengood of Danville to seek the Ninth district chairmanship as the committee reorganizes. Though not yet a candidate, Livengood has strong local backing and a track record as district committeeman in 1902 and 1904.
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Danville
Fountain County
A. T. Livengood
Livengood
Chicken Supper Notice by Local Church Group
Ladies of the M. EB. church announce a chicken supper fundraiser with a price of 25 cents. Event date listed as Saturday November 15, time details not clear but local attendance encouraged. Proceeds support church activities and community programs.
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M. EB
Thanksgiving Services At Presbyterian Church
The annual thanksgiving service will be held Thursday November 27 at 10 o clock in the Presbyterian church. Rev. E W Strecker will deliver the message urging citizens to observe the day in its true spirit as set forth by the Governor and the President.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
E. W. Strecker
United States
Concert planned by K P benefactor and Trubadour Orchestra
Jas Richey acting for the Uniform Rank K of P has secured the Trubadour Orchestra for a benefit concert Friday night December 12 at the Armory Hall in this city. After the concert they will perform for the annual K of P Ball.
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Jas. Richey
K. of P
Trubadour Orchestra
Armory Hall
Bargains at Lewsader and Clem Store Sale
Hurry to the Lewsader and Clem Store sale now in progress. Stock is rapidly diminishing and time is short to secure bargains not to be found elsewhere. Take advantage of the present opportunity for a good share of values before the sale ends.
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Lewsader and Clem
Lake Michigan Storm Paralyzes Indiana With Heavy Snow
A brutal blizzard dubbed the worst in two decades hit Lake Michigan and Indiana. Plymouth measured 12 inches of snow while much of the state saw widespread snowfall and bitter winds. Temperatures plunged to 20 degrees as residents endured severe cold and travel disruption across the region.
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Lake Michigan
Indiana
Plymouth
West Virginia
New England
North West
Richard Henry Lee DAR Meet Hosts Dec Colonial Sewing Bee
The second meeting of the Richard Henry Lee chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was hosted by Mrs. N. G. Harlow on East Liberty Street. Mrs. Gordon Ost presented The Reign of Witches and Mrs. R. A. Rodgers sang. The chapter discussed local patriotic education and planned a December colonial sewing bee at Mrs. Roy Rogers home.
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Richard Henry Lee
The
Daughters of the American Revolution
N. G. Harlow
East Liberty Street
Gordon Ost
R. A. Rodgers
Roy Rogers
Store Destroyed by Fire at Hedrick
A Sunday noon fire razed the Hedrick grocery store recently occupied by Jos. Clarey. About 400 dollars worth of general merchandise owned by Mr. Clarey was a total loss with no insurance. Lawrence Strickler’s household goods stored there were insured and saved the building. The cause is undetermined and nearby residence received damage but was saved by volunteers.
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Jos. Clarey
Hedrick
Practice True Economy Buy Advertised Goods
Save money by reading newspaper advertisements and taking advantage of offers. Merchants advertise eatables clothing home needs and business supplies, helping you buy cheaply with quality. Even if not buying now, read ads to know where to shop later.
Post Office Notice to Dispatch Early
All mail on rural city routes must be in the office by 8 a m to insure delivery the same day. BF W Boyd P M
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BF. W
Boyd P. M
Conard Baker Admitted to Odd Fellows Home
Conard Baker was admitted to the Odd Fellows home at Greenfield on Tuesday and will depart soon for the winter. A lifelong I O O F member, he deserves the best there is for him.
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Conard Baker
Odd Fellows
Greenfield
Conard
Marriages Licenses List of Couples
Jacob Marble 65 and Mary L. Miller 48 join in marriage. William E. Harper 21 and Flora M. Lawson 16 wed. Robert L. Morris 39 and Albie Boatman 40 marry. Samuel Bruner 52 and Mahala Glascock 46 join. C. M. Heinlein 35 and Lena Morrison 24 wed.
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Jacob Marble
Mary L. Miller
William E. Harper
Flora M. Lawson
Robert L. Morris
Albie Boatman
Samuel Bruner
Mahala Glascock
Methodist Church Notes Preaching and Choirs Schedule
Preaching services at the M. B church next Sunday at 1 a m and 7 p m with the Ladies chorus morning and the Men's chorus evening. Sunday school 9 45 Junior League 2 pm Epworth League 6 pm. First quarterly conference Monday evening 7 30 with the district superintendent presiding. Bend preaching planned in the afternoon.
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M. B
Epworth
Sunday School Banquet at Methodist Church
The Sunday school divided into Blue and Red sections and held a Jerusalem journey contest. The Reds reached the end first and were entertained by the Blue section last Friday night. Refreshments and games followed to the delight of a large gathering.
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The
Methodist Church
Jerusalem
County Buys Voting Machines For Township Elections
County commissioners approve lease purchase of sixteen Empire Voting Machine Co. units at 750 each with two per precinct in five townships, to be shipped June 1914 and exhibited before the next general election. Payments start January after election, totaling 12000 plus 5 percent interest, aiming for quicker returns and public pride in modern voting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Commissioners
Empire Voting Machine Co
New York
Logan
Richland
van Buren
Millcreek
Troy
Cement and salt sale urged before price rise
Local notice urges buyers to purchase cement now before advances in price. It also promotes rock salt and other materials described as best quality and ready for sale.
Births and death of Ann H Carr spanning Illinois Colorado and Utah
Ann H Carr born Milford Delaware August 29 126 emigrated with family to Illinois Indiana and later Colorado and Utah. She married James Carr y in 1864, lived in Watseka and Robbey, died November 4 1913 in DeBeque Colorado. She left eleven children and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her funeral was held at Eldo Sprangle home with Rev Brown officiating. Buried Maple Grove cemetery Mitford Illinois. She was aunt to Everly siblings.
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Ann H. Carr
Milford
Delaware
Iroquois County
Illinois
Robbey
Attica
Indiana
James Carry
Watseka
Colorado
Utah
Ind
John N
DeBeque
Mesa County
Col
Isaac T
Ambia
Elwood
Chicago
Jennie Park
Mattie Weaver
Mitford
Ill
Eldo Sprangle
Brown
M. FE
Maple Grove
James
Martha
Rebecca Everly
Everly
Overcoat Demand At M. Schesley The Hatter
Shoppers urged to order Mackinaw or Astrachan overcoats now from M. Schesley the Hatter. Limited stock and prompt delivery promised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Schesley
Van Leer Seegar Engagement Announced at Halloween Party
Miss Anna Seegar declared engaged to Ben V. Van Leer at a surprise gathering hosted by Mrs. Harry Thorne at 1915 South Gallatin. The event featured Halloween decor, needlework, and a two course lunch. The November wedding is anticipated among prominent social circles. Guests included Bessie Seegar Blanche Riley and Marion Leader.
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Anna Seegar
Ben V. van Leer
Harry Thorne
South Gallatin Street
Miss Seegar
Thorne
Anna
Besi
Mr. van Leer
Howard Seegar
South Barnson Street
Charles van Leer
Bessie Seegar
Blanche Riley
Irma Morrison
Ruth Stephens
Lillian Chaplin
Mesdames Lauren Platty
Fred. Seegar
Vivian Patterson
George van Leer
Henry Parker
Charneés
van Leer
Edward Seegar
Marion
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Sims
Reed
Yount
Nebeker
Loverner
Gatkis
Jove
Mr. Livengood
J. Loeb’s Store
Holland
Post Office
C. M. Heinlein
Lena Morrison
Methodist Church Notes
Board of County Commissioners
van Leer-Seegar
Newes
J. Loeb’s
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