Indiana New Registration Law Outline for Covington and Fountain County
A statewide outline explains upcoming registration steps for voters and officials in Covington and Fountain counties. It covers precinct changes, appointment and qualification of registration inspectors and clerks, and three registration opportunities before elections. All registrations must be in person and tied to the residence precinct. Early registration urged and party workers to assist voters.
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Covington
Fountain County
Indiana
Commissioners’ Court
Board of Registration
Registration Board
Ristration Board
Ads Krnown
Richland township sheep raiser wins many premiums
Albert Van Der Wogen, a well known Richland township sheep raiser, took a hat full of premiums at the Indiana state fair. His Oxford breed sheep drew attention from thousands of spectators as they captured prizes and praise.
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Albert van der Wogen
Richland Township
Indiana
Grand Jury Adjourns After Indictment
The grand jury, after a three day session, returned one indictment against a man in jail. They visited the county farm and county jail, reported on them, drew their money, and went home. Fourtain is a splendid county.
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Fourtain
Heavy Monday Night Storm Hits City Hard
A heavy storm swept the area Monday night with fierce north winds. Rain drove torrents as tents at the fair grounds collapsed forcing occupants to seek city shelter. The Guy Players tent blew down with minor damage, and trees and vines suffered damage. one of the season’s heaviest rains.
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Fair Grounds
Guy Players
Earl Martin and Clara Nelson wed at home ceremony
Martin Nelson: Earl Martin and Clara Nelson were married Saturday evening by Magistrate Logan Ward. The ceremony took place in the newly furnished home on South Fourth street where the couple are keeping house and receiving friends. Both are well known with many friends who wish them happiness.
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Earl Martin
Clara Nelson
Logan Ward
South Fourth Street
Coal Sale Offered by Tommy Rowell at Stringtown Creek
Tommy Rowell clears Snoddy mine of water and is mining a choice grade of coal. He offers the best coal on the Creek in any quality with strong weight and careful treatment. Experienced in the coal trade, buyers are assured satisfactory dealings.
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Tommy Rowell
Stringtown
Snoddy
Tommy
Coa
Perrysville Citizen Dies at 63 After Nine Months Illness
Wilson Burmeley died at his Perrysville home after a nine month illness. He was 63, moved from Callin Alabama to Perrysville about 1911, and was survived by widow Anna Zurmeier and three daughters, Mrs Edwin Winner, Mrs G M Fay, and Mrs Wmn Jones, plus three grandchildren. A brother and sister also survive. He served as a longtime M B church treasurer and community supporter. Funeral at the Perrysville home Monday at 10, then burial at Springhill Cemetery, Danville.
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Wilson Burmeley
Hi H
Perrysville
Burmeley
Callin
Anna Zurmeier
Edwin Winner
Danville
G. M. Fay
Rossville
Wmn. Jones E. Westvile
Ele
Westoy Valentine
Wiliam Ne.bourne
Agrimerey
M. Br
Trusieus
Uith
Lin
Springhill Cemetery
Fifty-First Covington Fair Opens With Notable Exhibits
The Covington Fair enters its fifty-first year with a well filled grounds a polished appearance and strong cattle hog and sheep shows. Purdue and T H McGeorge Jr Co feature displays while Aviator Shaw brings a Curtiss biplane for an aeroplane street Friday. If weather holds crowds are expected to set a new record.
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Covington Fair
Jersey
Poland
Shropshire
Purdue
T. H. McGeorge Jr. Co
Shaw
Lady Real Estate Dealer in Foster Indiana
Mrs Ed Dailer of Foster is described as the only lady real estate dealer in four or five adjoining counties and perhaps several states. Active for six months, she has sold town property and several farms, promising honest treatment and dependable information to customers. She operates from Foster and can be reached in Covington Indiana R R 7.
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Ed. Dailer
Foster
Ind
Covington
R. R
The President on His Travels and Taft Itinerary
The article notes Taft's 13000 mile trip beginning Sept 15 and advises local committees to prepare. It recalls past presidential receptions and cautions about dignities, hats, and the crowd's response while highlighting how governors and locals may shape perceptions and provide candid public input away from Washington.
Men’s Fall and Winter Suits at J Loeb’s Store
J Loeb’s Store introduces men’s fall and winter suits featuring tailored lines and classic fabrics. The collection highlights smart, durable options for business and formal wear with seasonal color updates.
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J. Loeb
Political Pickings in 1912 County Campaign
The piece notes no local officials will enter the county race due to a law change and predicts a quiet slate in township trustees. It predicts Uncle Joe Cannon will seek re election after the special session. It also forecasts a heated County Treasurer contest with incumb ent Thompson unable to seek a second term.
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Uncle Joe Cannon
Congress
Uncle Joe
Danville
Thompson
Taft's 18000 mile itinerary begins in Boston today
President Taft launches an 18000 mile tour of the United States starting in Boston and reaching Peoria on the 22nd. The trip ends November 1 in Washington with visits to 11 major cities and many smaller towns. He aims to clear up public opinion during the journey. The political scene features a crowded judge race with discussions of party nominations and potential candidates. Ex congressman Landis may move from Indiana to New Jersey, ending talk of his gubernatorial ambitions. Pensacola Journal notes Bailey’s retirement could help the Democratic party by paving the way for a progressive or at least less discordant successor.
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Taft
George Washington
Mouros
Delaware River
New Hampshire
Boston
Peoria
Coyington
Washington
Landis
Indiana
New Jersey
Dupont
Charles B. Lencdis
Congress
Pensacola, Florida
Joe Bailey
United States
Senate
Texas loss eases factional fight as Bauey retires to New York
The speaker notes Texas will be relieved of a bitter factional battle by Bauey leaving the state for New York. He had strong footing in Texas politics, and his voluntary retirement signals recognition of waning influence in a state hailed as progressive.
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Texas
New York
Bauey
Woodrow Wilson Leading Presidential Hope In 1912 View
W H Ryan Kansas Democrat says Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey leads the field in 1912, with Roosevelt and Bryan debates noted. He predicts many independent voters will back Wilson, cites Champ Clark in Missouri and Harmon in Ohio, plus labor opposition to Harmon over strike actions.
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Spokane Wash
Woodrow Wilson
New Jersey
W. H. Ryar
Kansays
Spokane
Ryan
Kansas
George E. Ryan
Washington
Willian J. Bryan
Roosevelt
Tait
Mr. Ryan
Wilson
Champ Clark
Missouri
Middle West
Harmon
Ohio
Vigo County Fair promises best in years at Terre Haute
The Vigo County Fair opens Monday morning in Terre Haute with renewed emphasis on education and genuine agricultural interest. Organizers highlight displays of livestock, farm products, and fruit reflect a year’s bounty, plus expanded horse speed events and stronger art and poultry departments. Children’s Day on Thursday September 19 offers free admission and a chance to win a pony buggy and harness valued at 250 dollars donated by the fair association.
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Vigo County
Terre Haute
Erennils
Aoe
The
Fair Association
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President
Beulah Binford
Fountain Courty Partics
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