Judge Artman Declaims on Unconstitutionality of the Licensed Saloon
Judge Samuel P. Artman of Boone county circuit court spoke in Covington at 2 15 Sunday afternoon on The Unconstitutionality of the Licensed Saloon. The packed courtroom and audience heard a hour and thirty minute lecture arguing for stronger enforcement and broader interpretation of prohibitions. The presentation contrasted literal statutory view with the Higher Law and cited Blackstone and numerous authorities to support rights and reforms.
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Samuel P. Artman
Boone County Circuit Court
Covington
Artman
W. N. White
Citizens League
Christian Church
F. K. Dougherty
L L. E. Schoonover
Indiana
Schoonover
Blackstone
Varios
Supreme Court
Open Meeting of G. A. Lit. Boys on Nov 26
The G A lit boys will hold an open meeting in their hall on Tuesday evening November 26. All 6 and 6 soldiers are invited. Wm N Remster Commander.
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Wm. N. Remster
Star brand shoes sale at W B Culemans
For durability and economical values the star brand shoes are better. For sale only at W. B. Culeman's on the east side square.
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Star Brand
W. B. Culeman’s
East Side Square
Blythe Wins Third Prize at Greenebaum Corn Carnival
C. G. Blythe of this city earned third prize for best white corn at the Greenebaum store Danville Sec ond Annual Corn Carnival held last week. Hundreds of exhibits were on display and Blythe saved some fine corn to claim a Gash prize.
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C. G. Blythe
Greenebaum
Danville
Mrs. Aldi Stevenson Critiques Roosevelt Race Policy Remarks
Mrs. Aldi Stevenson, widow of the former Cleveland vice president, sharply rejects Roosevelt's race death by own action theories in a recent interview. She argues that while the push for larger families is urged nationwide, no attention is given to the health and capacity of mothers to rear children.
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Aldi Stevenson
United States
Cleveland
Roosevelt
America
Stevenson
Sudden Death of Mrs. Jon Hancock in Veedersburg
Mrs. Jane Crumely Hancock of Veedersburg died Thursday morning after a brief illness. Born July 14, 1450, she was 57 years four months old. She married Joseph Hancock in 1575 and left three children, Carrie Thomas, Cliff Crane, and Helen, who died May 21. Funeral held at United Brethren church with Rev. O. P. Cooper officiating.
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Jon Hancock
Veedersburg
Mrs. Thomas
Cliff Crane
Jane Crumely Hancock
Joseph Hancock
Carrie Thomas
Helen
Hancock
United Brethers Church
O. P. Cooper
U. B. Church
General Politics and a Treasurer Candidate
Jacob Sheffer is presented as a strong candidate for County Treasurer in Warren County. He has managed county finances and performed well, according to the report.
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Jacob Sheffer
Warren County
Jake
Ex Sheriff Miller Rumored For Sheriff Nomination At Convention
Ex Sheriff Robert J. Miller of Jackson is discussed as a candidate for sheriff ahead of his party convention. Miller requires no endorsement and is not seeking calls for support.
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Robert J. Miller
Jackson
Bob
Democrats Gather for Bryan Conclave in Lafayette
A group of county Democrats attended the Bryan conclave in Lafayette early this week as preparations unfold for possibly stepping into the Bryan automobile.
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Lafayette
Miller Brothers Named in Governor Race Draw in Attica Ledger
The Attica Ledger prints strong cuts of Charley Miller Hugh Miller and Jim Watson as viable governor candidates. Billy Taylor is omitted though he remains active in the race and is expected to garner votes in this county.
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The
Attica Ledger
Charley Miller
Hugh Miller
Jim Watson
Billy Taylor
Billy
George Puky Schwin Seeks County Democratic Chair
The report notes George Puky Schwin, mentored by the seasoned Grandma, desires the county Democratic chair address. It criticizes the paper's editors for their past county and city campaign record, accusing them of lacking a reliable organ and hinting at political pressure during county seat affairs.
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George Puky Schwin
Perry Hart Sought County Chairman Post
A friend notes Perry Hart aimed for County Chairman and asks why he joined the executive committee of the last campaign. He is described as a good fellow from a reputable township and urged to lead if his party supports him.
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Perry Hart
Perry
Charley Dicken Likely to Run for Township Trustee
A prominent Democratic praise signals Charley Dicken may be drafted as trustee candidate in the upcoming township race. He is described as clean, conscientious, and capable, with party backing likely. The note hints at Republican retreat and potential Democrat success in Troy’s next contest.
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Charley Dicken
Charley
Troy
Elmer Wilkey Emerges As Joint Senate Candidate
Elmer S. Wilkey of this township, formerly of Millcreek, is a candidate for Joint Senator in the district. A longtime party worker in the south end of the county, he has many friends and few enemies. He is Jos. Wilkey’s brother, the ex County Superintendent noted for an excellent record.
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Elmer S. Wilkey
Millcreek
Jos. Wilkey
County Treasurer Race Rumors Stir GOP Field
The county treasurer race ahead of the convention shows a Republican field including Charley Holm Attica City Treasurer Ed Bonebrake deputy treasurer and Col Elmer Coats Veedersburg none of whom require introduction as potential candidates.
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Charley Holm
Attica
Bonebrake
Col
Elmer Coats
Veedersburg
Republicans to Nominate Strong Local Leader
The speaker predicts a robust Republican nomination with a clean, experienced candidate trusted by the people of Fountain County. More contenders may emerge as the race develops and scrutiny increases.
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Fountain County
Power of the Prosecutor Awakening Public Scrutiny
The South Bend Tribune notes rising awareness of the prosecutor's power and duties. It urges accountability, saying the Kurtz disbarment case shows how misconduct can tarnish the office and that public officials must act upright and withstand scrutiny.
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South Bend Tribune
Kurtz
Elegant Country Gathering at Bodine Home
Mr and Mrs Wallace Bodine hosted a large party Thursday night at their country home south of town. Guests included George Williams and wife Harry Voltz Frank Faust and wife A T Livengood and wife Mont Bodine and wife Charles Dochterman and wife M C Vandorn and wife Dr Hicks and wife and Mrs Grace Adkins for an evening of progressive cinch and music with an elegant repast.
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Wallace Bodine
George Williams
Harry Voltz Frank Faust
A. T. Livengood
Mont Bodine
Charles Dochterman
M. C. Vandorn
Dr. Hicks
Grace Adkins
Light Plant Destroyed at Williamsport
A fire Friday night nearly ruined the Williamsport electric light plant after a flue burst while night engineer Don Long was transferring power between boilers. Long suffered severe scalds but is expected to recover. The blaze spread from live coals, prompting a general alarm. the insured plant faces about 1000 in loss.
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Williamsport
Don Long
Long
Ministers Association reviews Judge Artman lecture
The city pastors from four churches met at the Methodist church study. Rev Dougherty led opening prayer and Rev Fox spoke. Members praised the judge's Common Law interpretation of saloon issues and urged speedy statutes to protect public welfare. An Annual Thanksgiving service is planned with Rev Dougherty delivering the sermon at 10 o clock in First Presbyterian church.
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Dougherty
de. Fox
Artman
First Presbyterian Church
School footwear ad by W. B. Voleman
An East Side shop promotes affordable school shoes claiming low, consistent prices and good value for students.
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W. B. Voleman
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New Prosecutor Welcomes Baby Boy to Home
Attorney W. N. White Fountain County prosecutor and his wife celebrate the birth of a fine boy who arrived Sunday. The newborn is described as a new assistant to the home and a joyful blessing to the family.
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W. N. White
Mr White
Fountain County
Tax Board Officials Inspect Case In Circuit Court
High officials including Attorney General James Bingham and John Wingate with John McCardle visited the city on Tuesday to oversee the state’s interest in the tax case now pending in the circuit court.
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James Bingham
John Wingate
John McCardle
State Tax Board
Welcomed a Son John Russell Arrives in Dunlap Family
A bouncing baby boy named John Russell arrived Sunday morning at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Lew Dunlap. Col. Lew is proud and Grandpa Jim wears a wide smile. This is the family's second grand heir.
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John Russell
Lew Dunlap
Col. Lew
Jim
Two slick traders fleece farmer with fake note near Jasonville
A pair of con artists sold farming implements dirt cheap to a farmer near Jasonville and had him sign an agreement that later appeared as a nondefensible note in a bank. The case underscores the risk of dealing with outsiders and urges buying from local sellers to avoid fraud.
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Jasonville
Methodist Church Weekly Schedule Notice
Sunday School at 10 a m preaching at 11 a m Epworth League at 6 p m preaching at 7 p m Prayer service Thursday 7 o clock Pastor to discuss the Sunday school lesson Next Sunday World Temperance Sunday with brief address by the pastor Frank K Doveuerry pastor
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Epworth League
Frank K. Doveuerry
Strong Arguments Before Judge Over Shortage Cases
Hon. O. P. Lewis led a forceful demurrer defense before Judge Schoonover last week for defendants Stuart, Martin and Elwell. C. M. McCabe joined in. Judge Lewis highlighted salient points prompting comment. Prosecution counsel O B. Ratcliff presented strong arguments exposing weaknesses in the case.
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Hon. O. P. Lewis
Schoonover
Mr. Lewis
C. M. McCabe
Stuart
Martin
Elwell
Lewis
Coffing-Brewer Wedding Quiet Home Ceremony
A quiet home wedding occurred Wednesday evening November 13 1907 at 7 o'clock at the home of Mr and Mrs James M Coffing near Silverwood when their daughter Orah N Coffing united in marriage to Herschel F Brewer in the presence of a few friends and relatives Rev Walthali performed the ceremony Mrs Clyde Carter played the D Artagnan March and the couple exited unattended for the vows. A modest supper followed with cream silk gown for the bride and black for the groom. The couple will reside on a farm near Crossport Taoey dies union suits 25 cents up at W B Colemans east side square.
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James M. Coffing
Silverwood
Orah N
Herschel F. Brewer
Clyde Carter
D’artagnan
Taoey
Crossport
Covingtons Corn Carnival Runs One Week in November
Covington hosts a Corn Carnival from November 25 to 30 open all day and evenings. Thursday and Friday evenings feature Youghdined Orchestra. Friday afternoon awards by a judge from Peru. Saturday events include Covington Band concert. Admission is free as residents are invited to attend and sample the world’s best corn.
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Covington
Youghdined
Peru
Covington Band
Surprise Two-Week Sale by The Leader Ad
The Leader promotes a two week surprise sale with marked down prices across all lines of goods. The advert claims prices are cut deeply to boost buyer opportunity and notes Covington firms pulling together to drive double the trade downtown.
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Covington
Marriage Licenses Issued This Week By Clerk Madden
The past week saw new marriage licenses issued by Clerk Madden including Clyde Price and Rose Knowles Elemer J McIntosh and Ide Richardson Cade Drollinger and Sadie Hutchins and Prank Young and Vera Greenly.
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Clerk Madden
Clyde Price
Rose Knowles
Elemer J. McIntosh
Ide Richardson
Cade Drollinger
Sadie Hutchins
Prank Young
Vera Greenly
Tax Case Heard On Fountain County Farm Land Levy
The State Tax Board in Fountain County faced a demurrer over an added per cent levy on farm lands. The suit, led by Hon. Lucas Nebeker for the taxpayers, argues lack of proper notice and targeting lands outside towns. State officials and local attorneys argued for a speedy or nonessential notice, with judgments possible in days. The report notes a shift toward early decision, amid surrounding values offered by W. B. Coleman for ladies cloaks and furs.
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State Tax Board
Fountain County
Schoonover
Lucas Nebeker
Bingham
Cox
John Wingate
John 8
McCardle
States Attorney’s
Nebeker
Tax Board
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W. B. Coleman
Porter
the Minister’s Association
Methodist Church
O B. Ratcliff
Coffing
Union
W. B. Coleman’s
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