Poultry Show Planned and New Judge Named
Nearly 50 members in the Fountain and Warren Poultry and Pet Stock Association prepare for the first annual show in Attica from January 18 to 21. F. L. Shaw of Palestine, IL, will judge. catalogues go to poultry breeders and prominent people, with ads priced at 2 dollars per page or 1 dollar per half page. The Attica meeting distributed membership cards and listed dozens of active and prospective members across Williamsport, Veedersburg, Mellett, Covington, Kingman, Kramer, and Wingate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Attica Ledger
Fountain and Warren Poultry and Pet Stock Association
Merchants’ Association
F. L. Shaw
Palestine
American Poultry Association
Allon
Williamsport
D. T. Ferguson
Ed Hobart
Attica
Henry Moldinnix
J. M. Hixon
Will Calvert
R. E. Ray
Axel Westring
Ira Linton
Everett Hoover
Walter Hogan
John Jack
Mellett
Hermen Hart
Dr. J. M. Evans
W. E. Howard
H. E. Howard
Walter Royal
Covington
John Jynch
Kingman
S. M. Ratcliff
E. M. Cox
E. E. Eubank
Kramer
J. W. Simmerman
Independence
B. F. Morgan
Wingate
J. E. Coen
Covington Southwestern ROR Co Elects New Officers
The Covington Southwestern ROR Co appointed J J Burns as president and M A Peoples as vice president. C F Burns becomes treasurer with M A Peoples as general superintendent. Directorships include J J Burns M A Peoples C F Burns and J A Miller. New leaders assume duties immediately amid prior resignations. Kingman Star notes hoped progress resumes on the interurban project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington& Southwestern Ror Co
Eid
Chicage
Oficers
J. J. Burns
M.A. Peoples
C.F. Burns
JA. Miller
J J. Burns
M. A Peoples
CF. Burns
M. A. Peoples
W. G. Ruhl
Gees to Benton County Fowler Route Carrier Appointed
Elmer Arter started work last week as a Rural Route Carrier from Fowler after a recommendation by Postmaster Boyd and a General Inspector inquiry. Arter is described as an excellent and reliable gentleman. The notice also mentions clothing from High Art Clothcraft and J. Loeb's Store with stylish, reasonably priced options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer Arter
Fowler
Arter
Lee Harter
Boyd
Benton County
J. Loeb
DeHaven and Hetfield Secretly Wed in City Home
Alva L. DeHaven court bailiff and Miss Mary Ruth Hetfield were married at the bride’s Third Street home at 3 o’clock Sunday evening with Dr. H K Fox officiating. Only family and four invited guests present, the ceremony kept a quiet surprise before guests learned of the nuptials. The couple will reside on North Fourth Street in their own home as friends extend best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alva L. DeHaven
Mary Ruth
Alex Hetfield
Third Street
H. K. Fox
Presbyterian Church
Miss Hetfield
Verna Glascock
Mildred Dennis
Agnes Meehan
Nellie Rigers
North Fourth Street
Mrs James Bruce Dies After Illness in Covington Area
Mrs James Bruce aged about forty died Saturday morning at her home northeast of Covington after several days of illness that developed into double pneumonia. She leaves a husband and several small children in nearly destitute circumstances. Burial was Sunday afternoon at Steely Cemetery north of the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Bruce
Covington
Steely Cemetery
A Lucky Man Draws Farm from Aberdeen Land Sale
Vernon Babb a farmer west of Mellett won a farm by drawing a lucky number in the Indian land drawing at Aberdeen 8 D He traveled to Aberdeen to register for the contest and plans to locate on his land in South Dakota soon The notice mentions a tag day in Covington on Saturday November 20
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernon Babb
Mellett
Aberdeen
Strain estate case settled after decade of litigation
After ten years of legal wrangling the Strain will case involving Debdorah Bandy’s estate is largely settled. The granddaughter’s death and a later will complicated matters, but trustees for church and library funds declined to press objections, signaling the end of the major disputes though third party interests may yet trigger minor litigation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Debdorah Bandy
Warren County
Presbyterian Church
West Lebanon
Marshfield
Williamsport
Warren Circuit Court
Fountain Circuit Court
Church and Library Fund
Covington Debate Challenge Over Evolution and Religion
Thaddius S. Hutson recounts a public dispute sparked by Charlesworth’s infidel lectures at Covington court house. Charlesworth declined direct debate unless a representative for all churches could attend. Hutson defends Christian doctrine and calls for pressing a fair exchange on evolution versus divinity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charlesworth
Covington
Mrr. Sanders
Jesus Christ
Charleworth
Mr. Charlesworth
Thaddius S. Hutson
District Meeting of K P Lodge Set for December 15
Members of the K of P lodge in Covington prepare for a district meeting on December 15 with delegates from all district lodges. Deputy Frank Wiles of Fowler predicts a great gathering and ex Secretary of State Union Banner Hunt will deliver the principal address. Committees include Advertising Banquet Program Music Reception and other local appointees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
K. of P
Frank Wiles
Fowler
Union
Banner Hunt
George P. Schwin
Nap Vardiff
A. T. Live
Rubber Foot Wear at J Loeb's Store
J Loeb's Store offers Rubberhide boots Lambertville Snag Proof boots and shoes Lycoming Rubbers and the Mishawakee Red ball brand rubbers with the largest stock in the country. Call and choose your size and style.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lambertville
Lycoming Rubbers
J. Loeb's
Coleman’s Store Promises Light Prices for Jewelry
Customers praise the city’s most select line of ornaments jewelry belts and related fine goods at W. B. Coleman's with notably light prices throughout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. B. Coleman’s
Covington and Wingate Face Off in Thanksgiving Football
Covington high meets Wingate high at the Fairgrounds on Thanksgiving day with Wingate boasting a strong record after beating Veedersburg. The home team aims for victory and fans are urged to attend. Admission is 25 cents. A Thanksgiving program follows on Wednesday at 2 pm in the high school with songs prayers readings and recitations by named students and staff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington High School
Wingate High Schools
Fairgrounds
Wingate
Veedersburg
Local Clergyman Joins Fountain County Bar
Elder Palmer former pastor of the Christian church was admitted to the Fountain County bar and issued a certificate of membership. The Palmer family left Friday for their home in Fairhope Alabama.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fairhope, Ala
Palmer
The
Christian Church
Fountain County
Sunny South
Great Reduction in Millinery at The Leader
Sale notes a 334 percent off on all millinery goods with bargains urged. Shoppers urged to secure share of the splendid reductions at The Leader.
West Lebanon Man Electrocuted Near Kendallville
Andrew J. Mong of West Lebanon, 31, a former Illinois Traction employee, was killed Sunday evening near Kendallville when his hand touched a streetcar headlight while repairing it. Voltage was about 30 000, and burial occurred Tuesday in West Lebanon. His grandfather died in a Wabash collision along the Attica Williamsport route years ago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Andrise J. Mange
West Lepavon
Indiana
Fort Wayne
Kendallville
Mong
Geo. Mong
West Lebanon
Warren County
Andrew Young
Illinois Traction System
Decatur
Springfield
West Leton
Attica
Williamsport
Miss Brown Hosts Pleasing Fourth Street Soiree
Miss Brown entertained at her Fourth street home last Friday at 8 pm with a three course dinner and a progressive whist evening. Prizes went to Charles Robb and Grace Metzzer for best games, while Jas Coats and Miss Ruby Glover claimed the booby prize amid three color room decor. Out of town guests included Mr and Mrs John Sullivan, Mr and Mrs Will Glascock, Mr and Mrs James Coats, and Misses Ruby Glover and Ruby Coats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Effie Brown
Fourth Street
Charles Robb
Grace Metzzer
Jas. Coats
Ruby Glover
John Sullivan
Will Glascock
James Coats
Ruby Coats
Miss Brown
Young Covington Orator Lectures On Rocky Road To Life
Ten year old Graham E Turner son of milliner Lottie Graham Turner will lecture Friday night November 19 1909 at a Coal Creek church south of Covington Indiana. Topic Smoothe sailing over the rocky road from the cradle to the grave. Admission 10 cents. A prize belt of black taffetta ribbon is awarded to the best looking lady vote at 10 cents each. Shuler's North Side Restaurant offers meals at the same price as elsewhere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Lottie Graham Turner
Third St
Ind
Coal Creek
Graham
Mrs Miss Moes dies at Martinsville in 1967 obituary
Miss Moes, widow of the late Jndyse Mo Ciore, born in Martinsville in 1844, married Dr J W Mack in 1867 and moved to Covington in 1872. Survived by siblings, loyal Eastern Star member and M E church, funeral Saturday 10 am from residence, interment Mount Hope Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ptis & Pty
Miss Moes
Jndyse
Jndyse Mo Ciore
Martinsvide
J. W. Mack
Covington
Thomas McClure
Frankfort
J. P. Buckner
Charles Whitesel
Spencer
Frances McClure
Eastern Star
Womans’ Club
M. E. Church
F. K. Dougherty
Mount Hope Cemetery
Benefit of Slim Receives Local Generosity
Covington citizens respond to David Wolfe who circulated a fund paper for Jim Slim following a heavy loss. Donations pour in to help him reestablish a business, though Slim reports only 600 of 1200 dollars insured to cover obligations. He plans to seek a future course and may organize a company to build an opera house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Jim Slim
David Wolfe
Mr. Slim
Wolfe
Jim
Mozart Club Organized by Mrs Walker in City
The Mozart Club, led by Mrs William Walker, is now well organized. Members devote time to practical music and study of great composers. Officers include Director Mrs William Walker President Miss Maud Martin Vice President Goldie Little Geehy Jennie Wilkey Treasurer Trene Richesom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Walker
Wm. Walker
Maud Martin
Goldie Little Gee
Jennie Wilkey Treas
Trene Richesom
Purdue Couple Embark for Arkansas Winter Health Stay
Tom Purdue and his wife from Aylesworth left Tuesday to visit relatives in Arkansas and spend part of the winter there for Mrs. Purdue’s health, following her physician's advice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Purdue
Aylesworth
Arkansas
South
Big Cut in Millinery at The Leader Store
A local retailer announces a one third reduction on all millinery goods as a special inducement to shoppers. The offer, advertised by The Leader, urges customers not to miss the affordable selection in the department.
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Poultry Organization
Prospects
Kingman Star
Financiera
DeHaven-Hetfield
Wwe
J. Loeb’s
America
Fox
Dougherty
Capete
Luke McGeorge
Michela Dye G
Cecil Murray
Thapkagiylog
Miranda Dewlen
Elsie Bybee Kesay
Forrest Ward
West
Lebanon
Zoy
Andrew J. Mone
Indiana Traction Iine
Graham E. Turner
Shuler
North Side
Slim
Mozart
Leader
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