Indiana City Elections Show Republican Gains
Fred A. Sims chairman of the Republican State central committee praised Indiana municipal results. He noted twenty four Republican mayors elected and a large party vote gain versus 1912, citing Bookwalter in Indianapolis with about five thousand more votes than Governor Durbin and a progressive vote well short of Beveridge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred A. Sims
Republican State Central Committee
Indiana
Mr. Sims
Bookwalter
Indianapolis
Durbin
Beveridge
Miss Nellie Phillips Undergoes Appendectomy
Nellie Phillips daughter of Mr and Mrs Walter Phillips from East Jefferson Street has left school in Mound township Warren County to undergo an appendectomy. She was taken to Danville Saturday and operated on Monday morning. Reports indicate she recovered well from anesthesia and is progressing, while Grace Hiigel has been hired to teach in place of Miss Phillips.
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Nellie Phillips
Walter Phillips
Jefferson Street
Mound Township
Warren County
Danville
James Zanes
Grace Hiigel
Phillips
Urged for District Chairman in Fountain County
The Danville Democrat reports Fountain county Democrats urge A. T. Livengood of Danville to seek the Ninth district chairmanship when the reorganizing committee meets early next year. Livengood, a 1902 1904 district committeeman and successful lawyer, is praised for his dignity and square deal motto. If he runs, he would receive solid support from county Democratic organizations.
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Danville
Fountain County
A. T. Livengood
Livengood
Chicken Supper at M E Church Returns Next Saturday
The ladies of the M. E. church will serve a chicken supper in the church parlors next Saturday evening beginning at 5 o'clock. The supper will be 25c. Remember the date, Saturday, Nov. 15. Newest in neckwear. See M. Schesley, the Hatter.
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M. E. Church
Dead Men Can Not Fight Back Aimed at posthumous tax claims
The piece denounces public attacks on dead men over back taxes and calls for fairness to the living. It cites the cases of Samson Reed H C Yount and B E Nebeker, noting settlements where the truth surfaced in court and urging officials to disclose irregularities while the subjects are alive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sampson Reed
H. C. Yount
D. Nebeker
Reed
Yount
Nebeker
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 of the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
E W. Strecker
United States
Concert by Trubadour Orchestra for K of P Benefit
Jas Richey acting for the Uniform Rank K of P has secured the Trubadour Orchestra for a Friday night December 12 benefit concert at the Armory Hall in this city followed by the annual K of P Ball. Keep this important event in mind.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas. Richey
K. of P
Trubadour Orchestra
Armory Hall
Bargain Frenzy at Lewsader and Clem Sale
The Lewsader and Clem Store urges rapid action as stock diminishes and the sale nears its end. Shoppers are promised strong bargains not available elsewhere and are advised to secure goods promptly before the sale closes.
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Lewsader and Clem
Heavy Lake Michigan Storm Strikes Indiana and Midwest
A severe blizzard event leaves Lake Michigan region and Indiana reeling with heavy snow. Plymouth reports 12 inches as snow blankets the state, winds rage at high speeds, temperatures plunge to 20. Northern West Virginia sees 12 to 16 inches, while New England and the Northwest endure icy conditions and widespread suffering.
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Lake Michigan
Indiana
Plymouth
West Virginia
New England
North West
Richard Henry Lee D A R holds second meeting
The second meeting of Richard Henry Lee chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution was held at Mrs. N G Harlow's home on East Liberty Street. Mrs Gordon Ost read The Reign of Witches and Mrs R A Rodgers sang. They discussed local patriotic education and refreshments were served. A colonial sewing bee is planned for the second afternoon in December 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 blaze destroyed the Hedrick grocery store recently occupied by Jos. Clarey. About 400 dollars of Mrs. Clarey’s general merchandise was a total loss with no insurance. Lawrence Strickler’s insured household goods burned. the building and contents were insured. The nearby residence was damaged but saved by volunteer firefighters. The cause is undetermined. Plus, J Loeb’s Store advertises Munsing underwear as comfortable.
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Jos. Clarey
Hedrick
Earn Save Hat Tips for Frugal Living and Ad Savings
The piece urges thrift stressing that saving is more vital than earning and that spending wisely, especially by reading newspaper advertisements, can yield surplus without sacrificing needs. It notes merchants advertise essentials and quality goods, encouraging readers to practice true economy by following ads and staying informed for future purchases.
Post Office Notice for Rural Route Mail
All mail going out on the various rural routes of the city must be in the office by 8 o clock a.m. to insure delivery the same day. F. W. Boyd P. M.
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F. W. Boyd
Conard Baker Admitted to Odd Fellows Home
Conard Baker was admitted to the Odd Fellows Home at Greenfield on Tuesday and will stay through the winter. A longtime I O O F member he is described as loyal and deserving the best care available.
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Conard Baker
Odd Fellons
Greenfield
Conard
Marriages Licenses Listed for Local Residents
Jacob Marble aged 65 marries Mary L Miller 48. William H Harper 21 wed Flora M Lawson 16. Riobert L Morris 39 ties with Albie Boatman 40. Samuel Bruner 52 weds Mahala Glasenck 48. C M Heinlein 35 marries Lena Morrison 24.
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Jacob Marble
Mary L. Miller
William H. Harper
Flora M. Lawson
Riobert L. Morris
Albie Boatman
Samuel Bruner
Mahala Glasenck
Methodist Church Notes Preaching and Activities
Preaching services at the M. and church next Sunday at 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. The Ladies' chorus will sing in the morning and the Men's chorus in the evening. Sunday school at 9 45, Junior League at 2 p.m., Epworth League at 6 p.m. First quarterly conference Monday at 7 30 with the district superintendent presiding. Bend services in the afternoon.
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M. & Church
Epworth
Sunday School Banquet Ends Jerusalem Trip contest
The Methodist church Sunday school divided into Blue and Red sections and held a Jerusalem journey contest. The Reds finished first and were entertained by the Blue group last Friday night with refreshments and various games enjoyed by many attendees.
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The
Methodist Church
Jerusalem
County Buys Voting Machines For Countywide Election Reform
County commissioners approve lease purchase of sixteen Empire Voting Machine Co. devices at 750 each with two per most townships and two in four others, to replace paper ballots. Machines ship June 1914 and appear in precincts before next general election for familiarization. Total cost 12000 plus interest, paid over two years and tied to election savings.
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Board of Commissioners
Empire Voting Machine Co
New York
Logan
Richland
van Buren
Millcreek
Troy
Former Fountain County Resident Dead at DeBeque
Ann H. Carr born August 29 1826 in Milford Delaware lived in Illinois Indiana Colorado and Utah. She married James Carr in 1864 and died November 4 1913 in DeBeque Colorado home of her son John N. Her remains were brought to Milford Illinois and burial followed at Maple Grove cemetery with a M E church service. She was aunt to James Martha and Rebecca Everly. order overcoats now at M Schesley the Hatter.
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Ann H. Carr
Milford
Delaware
Iroquois County
Illinois
Robbey
Attica
Indiana
James Carr
Watseka
Colorado
Utah
Ind
John N
DeBeque
Mesa County
Col
Isaac T
Ambia
DeBeque, Col
Elwood Ts
Chicago
Lil
Jennia Park
Mattie Weaver
Ill
Eido Sprangle
Brown
M. E. Church
Maple Grove
James
Martha
Rebecca Everly
Everly
Cement and salts offered now before advance
Local listing urges buyers to act promptly to purchase cement before any price rise. It promotes rock salt and sack salt and barrel quantities as high quality and readily available to customers.
Miss Seegar and Ben Van Leer announce engagement
Miss Anna Seegar told friends at Mrs. Harry Thorne’s home that she and Ben V. Van Leer are engaged. The November wedding was planned while guests at a Halloween themed party learned of the surprise engagement.
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Anna Seegar
Ben V. van Leer
Harry Thorne
South Gallatin Street
Miss Seegar
Thorne
Anna
Ben
van Lee
Ruth Stephens
Lillian Chaplin
Mesdames Lauren Platt
Fred Seegar
Vivian Patterson
George van Leer
Henry Parker
Charles van Leer
Edward Seegar
Marion Leader
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Sims
Mr. Livengood
M. Schesley
J. Loeb’s Store
Holland
Post Office
I. O. O. F. Home
C. M. Heinlein
Lena Morrison
Methodist Church Notes
Board of County Commissioners
van Leer-Seegar
Newes
J. Loeb’s
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