Power House Fire Devastates Covington Light and Water Plant
A March morning fire destroyed the Covington Light and Water Company's power house and plant, causing an estimated loss of 70008 with only 25 percent insurance. The city loses water and light, wells fail, and emergency measures push to resume service while the plant is rebuilt. Company officials pledge full reconstruction and public support is urged as residents await crude water sources. J Loebs Store reports fall and winter coats for men and boys.
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Covington Light and Water Company
Harry Wilson
E. Nebeker
H. C. Yount
Bowman and Greenly Wed in Veedersburg Ceremony
John Perry Bowman from Veedersburg secured proper papers from Clerk Bryant and married Miss Florida Greenly of Van Buren township. Rev. Cooper officiated Monday evening at the brides parents home. Friends extend best wishes for their married life. The Leader reports new fall silks and dress goods arriving.
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John Perry Bowman
Veedersburg
Bryant
Florida Greenly
van Buren Township
Cooper
Contractors Begin Fourth Street Improvement Work
Contractors started work Monday on the Fourth street project from Pearl street to the fair grounds. The curb and walks will be installed this week. Work will resume after the fair and should be completed within sixty days.
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Fourth Street
Pearl Street
Rug Claim Promises Superior Value at J Joeb's Stores
An advertisement touts a 9x12 rug priced at $20.00 claiming it will eclipse any rug shown at $25.00 elsewhere, presenting J Joeb's Stores as the source.
Uncle Andy Osborn Hurt in Coal Wagon Accident
Uncle Andy Osborn aged 74 father of Asa Osborn of this city suffered a painful accident last Friday riding a coal load to Perrysville. He fell from the wagon and wheels mangled his limbs though no bones were broken. At his age, recovery hopes are slim. Spence, Smith & Spence advertise Topsy hosiery for men women and children.
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Andy Osborn
Asa Osborn
Perrysville
Fountain county Republican candidate stance praised
The Covington Republican defends Fountain county candidates led by Mr Hardesty, praising his clean campaign and high regard as an officer. The Perrysville Blue Pencil notes misrepresentation by the Democratic press two years ago and lauds his gentlemanly conduct. A new line of plaid skirts and ladies coats arrives at Coleman’s east side square.
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Covington
Fountain County
Hardesty
Perrysville
Hardest
W.rb
Coleman
East Side Square
Covington Fair Promises Revived Spirit and Family Fun
The Covington Fair returns next week from Monday to Saturday at the old Covington Fair Grounds. The event emphasizes a refreshed organization, expanded displays, early selling races, and a high class amusements program. Safety and decorum are highlighted with strict bans on intoxicants and immoral shows, inviting families to enjoy a wholesome county fair atmosphere and new fall fashion displays by The Leader.
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Covington
Viaduct Bridge and Grades Underway for 1907 Opening
Work on the viaduct and its approaches began last week with the road opening and false work in place. Glascock and Allen expect to complete preparations for concrete piers and wings in time for acceptance by January 1, 1907.
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Messers Glascock & Allen
Badly Beaten By Veedersburg Little Jerseys 16 to 3
The Veedersburg team calling themselves the Little Jerseys defeated the Covington boys 16 to 3 in a Sunday game. The match showed a one sided contest with Covington surrendering early. Peter Pan purses 25c each.
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Veedersburg
Covington
Spence, Smith & Spence
Horrible Accident Claims Life Of Commodore Johnson
Commodore Johnson twenty son of Milt Johnson fell from a hay stack on Dave Ferguson farm north of town while stepping on a ladder that slipped. A broken pitchfork end penetrated left groin ten inches, intestines spared but recovery unlikely. He died Wednesday afternoon after being brought to Farmer McMahon’s home. Report by his father and Dr Zinn.
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Commodore Johnson
Milt Johnson
Commodore
McMahon
Jake Peters
Dave Ferguson
Farmer McMahon
Fourth Street
Zinn
Spicy Divorce Case Filed by Indiana Farmer
Jasper I. Dunkin of the North county, with attorneys J. E. Schoonover and W. F. Livengood, sues Jennie Dunkin for divorce alleging cruel treatment including a butcher knife assault, eviction, and misused property. Hearing set for the 24th.
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J. E. Schoonover
Attica
W. F. Livengood
Jasper I. Dunkin
Jennie Dunkin
Jasper
W. L. Douglass Shoes Featured at J. Loeb's Store
W. L. Douglass shoes for men and boys are advertised as the best known footwear at J. Loeb's Store. The sale highlights durable leather and classic style options for family buyers.
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W. L. Douglass
J. Loeb
Candidates In Action Hold Township Meetings
Republican candidates held meetings in Davis Shawnee and Richland townships this week. Davis Tuesday at Roberts Chapel Shawnee Wednesday at Bear Creek Chape l. The events drew strong turnout and urged candidates to take action this year. Also noting arrival of all wool Yountsville blankets at J Loeb's Store.
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Davis
Shawnee
Richland
Roberts Chapel
Bear Creek Chael
Yountsville
J. Loeb
S Mack Irvin: Fountain County Treasurer Candidate Profile
S Mack Irvin Republican candidate for Fountain County Treasurer, praised for handling county finances since January, re nominated at the spring primary. Born 1876 in North Van Buren, son of Bud Irvin, educated in Fountain County, taught at 18, then joined family business. Served as Deputy Treasurer under H C Randolph, with a trusted clerical staff and daily balances for quick accounting. He is described as a Christian, temperate, and popular official.
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Fountain County
Mack Irvin
Big Party
Board of Review
S. Mack Irvin
Bud Irvin
van Buren Township
Major Irvin
Veedersburg
H. C. Randolph
Harry
City Council Holds First Regular Meeting
The new city council met with Mayor Heath presiding. Ex-Clerk Tom McGorge introduced successor John LaTourette as clerk. All members attended as committees remained in place. Drainage report and North Fourth Street work dominated debate. Final action approved the acquisitive assessment for the Big Four bridge repair and Wm. Goldbach as inspector. Several bills were presented for payment.
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Heath
Tom McGorge
John LaTourette
Jones
North Fourth Street
Wm. Goldbach
Dress skirts offered at low prices in east side square
The ad promotes our dress skirts as stylish, well fitting and the lowest prices in the city. Customers are invited to see them at W B Coleman's east side square.
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Calland
W. B. Coleman
East Side Square
Happily Married: Bodine and DeHaven Wed at DeHaven Home
Mahlon Bodine and Kath ryn Elizabeth DeHaven wed at the brides parents east of Covington with Rev. J. P. Henson officiating. The couple, both well known, were surrounded by invited friends and relatives as they begin a bright future together.
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Mahlon Bodine
Kathryn Elizabeth DeHaven
L. D. DeHaven
Covington
J. P. Henson
Custom Shoes Made To Order With Guaranteed Value
A supplier markets shoes made to order with stock chosen by an experienced boot maker, promising the best values for the least money and offering a guarantee.
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J. Loebs Store
J. Joeb’s Stores
Topsy
Covington Fair Grounds
Commodore Jeksen
Axminster
M. Boord
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