Galloway Bridge Question Sparks Township Debate
In Covington Indiana July 8 1922 a dispute over the Freman Galloway bridge delays arises. The county commissioners refuse to act insisting trustees must build while the trustee argues costs exceed legal funding limits and the county should fund the project. Correspondence from Treys Township Fountain County and Troy Township Fountain County questions funding sources and duties for bridge construction and cost overruns.
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Freman Galloway
Covington, Ind
Jesse FE
Eschbach
Indianapolis
Indiana
Ure County
Alpert M. Pegg
Trey Toewnehip
Fountain County
Tecinna
Covinston High School Opens Year With Growing Enrollment
Senior class reporters announce Covinston High School launches its journalism program and aims to publish school news. Enrollment lists 52 freshmen, 40 sophomores, 41 juniors, 36 seniors, with new transfers from Perryville and nearby towns. An orchestra is forming under Mrs Snyder with regular practices and performances led by Marie Luke and William Lucas. A junior, Alar Clem, is recovering after tonsil and adenoid surgery at Lake View hospital. Typewriting classes are expanding due to strong demand.
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Perryville
West Lebanon
Attica
Newtown
Ladoga
Canibrie
Mass
Snyder
Biking to Chicago on an 1882 rizh wheel tour
William Meehan rode a giant bicycle from Indianapolis to Chicago passing through here on Monday. The 1882 model featured a six to seven foot front wheel used for motor power and a small rear wheel. He hopes to reach Chicago by October 2 for the American Electric Railway old time transportation patent event in which he plans to participate.
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William Meehan
Indianapols
Chicago
American Electric Railway
Trustee Greenly Receives Salary Increase
In the state the townships are classified by school standard and public business. Trustee Greenly gains a salary increase after Van Buren was raised in standing by state authorities reflecting his diligent work.
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van Buren
Greenly
Schools Taking Interest in Health Work Across County
Public Health Nurse Miss Ethel Greathouse urges infant welfare and school health programs to move from knowledge to action. She says schools should prioritize healthy living habits and physical fitness over book learning, with demand rising for teachers who can teach health.
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Ethel Greathouse
Health program discussed at High School meeting
A High School panel heard Miss Ethel Greathouse report strong interest in school health activities. Teachers and parents were urged to join forces with the community to improve student health and education, stressing responsibility, cooperation, and updated teaching methods.
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Alba
Beery Gm
Miss Cheathouse
Appointed Court Bailiff Blues in Oliver PD Overtake
Oliver Police Department names Blakely as court bailiff to replace Joseph Moore who could not serve due to stomach illness. Blakely, a former soldier, is praised as efficient and worthy for the role despite Moore’s week of absence.
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Oliver PD Blakely
Joseph Moore
Judee Rateush
Moore
Blakely
Local social notes from Mellott to Kingman region
Mrs. SC Kaufman was a Carel visitor Monday. Miss Berniece Carpenter was the weekend guest of her parents at Mellott. Mrs ET Slaughter of Williamsport was the guest of sister Mr Martin the first of the week. Mr and Mrs Albert Furr and Mr Marsh Furr of Kingman were here Tuesday en route to Danville. Mrs Fred Coleman and children and Mrs Lowell Jones and daughter of Newtown spent Tuesday here as guests of Mr and Mrs Elmore Arter.
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Berniece Carpenter
Mellott
Mrs. ET. Slaughter
Willimsport
Mr. Martin
Albert Furr
Mr Marsh Furr
Kingman
Danville
Fred Coleman
Lowell Jones
Newtown
Elmore Arter
New Station at Fowler Spurred by Big Four Company
Officials from the rail line visited Fowler and indicated plans to commence construction of a new passenger station. The project is tied to a major railway company and aims to expand local transport facilities.
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Fowler
Rao Fesiekt Donot
Denville Social Callers Visit Former Fountain County Residents
Pont Takies erd vite and Porest Livengood transacted usiness in Denville Tuesday. Mr and Mrs C E Kineide of Danville were pleasant callers at this of fee last Thursday afternoon. They were formerly residents of Fountain county.
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Denville
C. E. Kineide
Danv Ile
Fountain County
Swine Day Planned at Purdue With Farm Inspection
Friday September 29 action includes morning talks and inspection of experimental hogs, followed by a farm report in the afternoon. County men are expected to attend the Purdue event statewide to review hog results.
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Purdue
Wheat Treating At Kingman by Purdue Professor
Professor Charles Gregory of Purdue carried out wheat treatment at Kingman last Tuesday. The work was overseen by G. A. Sowers.
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Kingman
Chas. Gregory
Purdue
Kingma
G. A. Sowers
Seed Timing Adjusted for Late Season Crops
The standard seeding date is Sept 25 but due to a late season and no killing frosts growers are urged not to seed before Oct 1. The advisory emphasizes delaying planting to protect yields.
Experimental Lime Plots In Fountain County Farms
Several men in the county plan liming a small wheat plot this fall. Mr Hashaw of Rob Roy offers lime for trial on a strip. Experiments suggest 800 lbs of lime stone per acre yields splendid results. With local deposits, Fountain County farms could plant more lime.
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Hashaw
Rob Roy
Fountain County
Bank Safe Exchange Among County Offices
Safes in the Audit and Treasurer offices were swapped on Wednesday and Thursday. The Treasurer's safe proved too small and insecure, while the Reed bank safe from the Auditor's office was more secure and sufficient, making the exchange desirable with only moving costs.
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Reed Bank
Eastern Star Chapter Holds Regular Monthly Meeting
The Eastern Star Chapter will hold its regular monthly meeting next Monday evening October 2 at 7 30. A good attendance is desired. Rena Clifton W M.
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Eastern Star
Township Meetings Across Millcreek Van Buren and Fulton
Demonstrations and meetings were held in Millcreek Van Buren and Fulton townships during the week. Speakers included Mr Madigan at Centennial church Tuesday evening Mr Waterman of Mellott at Stone Bluff and Mr Poe of Hillsboro at Yellow Heaven church Thursday. Committees were appointed for four larger meetings and a meeting in October.
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Millcreek
van Buren
Fulton
Madigan
Centennial Church
Waterman
Mellott
Stone Bluff
Poe
Hillsboro
Yellow Heaven Church
Coffing Confined by Injured Foot
W. B. Coffing broke a small bone in his foot last week. The injured foot is badly swollen and he has been confined to bed but hopeful for a quick return to activity.
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W. B. Coffing
Waterman reports mixed feed improves hogs and wheat yield
Arthur Waterman of Mellett notes wetting fing re sults feeding hogs with soybeans in corn and using a new mineral mixture. The formula includes 10 Tb acid phosphate, 16 25 16 lb lime or wood ashes and 1 lb salt. He says corn soybeans and mineral mix outperform corn and tankage. He is also sowing 4 acres of Mich ikeff wheat, a standard Indian variety.
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Arthur Waterman
Mellett
Waterman
Calf Feeding Efforts Aimed at Securing Lost Calves
Local authorities report calves missing and located in several places. Efforts continue to secure calves for feeding and to recruit interested boys to help investigate the matter.
First Township Fair at Millcreek Planned at Kinsman
The First Township Fair at Millcreek is planned for Thursday and Friday October 22 and 23. Livestock displays and agricultural exhibits will highlight the event with judging of stock and prize livestock. Mr Sheekin of Purdue will judge the boys work and Mrs Fergacen will oversee the ladies work. More fairs will be announced later.
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Millcreek Fewnehin
Kinsman
Thursay
Peto Ti
Sheekin
Purdue
Fergacen
DIES AT COUNTY INFIRMARY OF VERNAGE SEA S
James Seas aged 69 years died at the County Farm Monday morning after several days illness. He had lived at the County Farm seven years and with Richard Hetfield of Van Buren township for 26 years. Relatives in Perrysville had passed away and he was laid to rest in Hicks Cemetery through the efforts of M. Boord, undertaker.
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James Seas
Richard Hetfield
van Buren Township
Mr. Leils
Perrysville
Hicks Cemetery
M. Boord
Queen of Sheba Chariot Race at the Lyric
The Lyric presents the terrific chariot race featuring women drivers in Queen of Sheba on Monday and Tuesday. Lindsey Ellis returns from Lake View hospital after a rigid exam to determine his illness. doctors suspect stomach problems and he starts treatment aimed at restoring health.
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Lindsey Ellis
Lake View Hospital
Mine Fatality Claims Life of Fred Jenks
Fred Jenks twenty six of Silver Island was found dead in a Clinton coal mine after a night shift. He likely died from poisonous gas and his body was warm when located. Funeral services were held at the Ratcliff farm home on Silver Island with interment in Miller cemetery.
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Fred Jenks
Enos Jenks
Sliver Island
Clinton
Fred
Ratcliff
Silver Island
Miller Cemetery
Narrow Escape From Automobile Accident
A. P. Green of Attica had a narrow escape when a connecting rod on his car loosened and dropped while he drove on Casmetons streets. He was not speeding and the incident occurred on level ground, avoiding a serious country road crash.
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A. P. Green
Attica
Casmetons
Green
Danville Ministers Back Lake View Hospital Drive
In Danville the Ministerial Association voted unanimously to support the Lake View Hospital fundraising drive. Fifteen area ministers attended led by Rev. Andrew Scott with pledges to mobilize warmth and funds to prevent the hospital’s closure.
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Danville
Denville Y. M. C. A
Lake View Hospital
Vermilion County
Andrew Scott
Fourth Church of Christ
Lake-View
Illinois
Malingis
Lake- View Hospital
Stone Bluff School Notes Cite Visits and Activities
Supt. Guy Waldrip visited Stone Bluff last Monday as pupils met for morning exercises. Vera King and Mrs. Edna Coffing visited on Wednesday, with eighth graders counting poultry at Mr Boswick Dice. The class selected twenty seven first class hens from eighty two head. County Attendance Officer Hamilton Myers spoke Friday during a brief patriotic program. Babb led singing of Amevier and The Star Spangled Banner with a unison flag salute. Teachers attended township institute in Sterling last Saturday with plans for next institute on Oct 7 at Stone Bluff. Visitors welcome.
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Edna Coffing
Boswick Dice
Hamilton Myers
Babb
Amevier
Stone Bluff
Township Institute
Sterling School
Hoosier Bankers to Attend National Convention in New York
More than fifty Hoosier bankers will join the American Bankers Association meeting in New York. W W Layton of the First National Bank will travel with the party, which sails Saturday afternoon in a chartered car attached to the Bankers' Special over the Pennsylvania. The group leaves Indianapolis, arriving in New York Sunday evening. the convention closes Thursday.
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American Bankers’ Association
New York
Bankers
Pennsylvania
W. W. Layton
First National Bank
Indianapolis
Morris and Mor ris wed in Vermillion cler k office ceremony
James Morris and Miss Trilby Morris obtained a license from the Vermillion county clerk then were married at the M E parsonage by the pastor. The couple, described as estimable, received best wishes for a happy voyage.
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James Morris
Trilby Morris
Newport
Vermillion County
M. E. Parsonage
M. E
County conducts tuberculosis testing campaign for cattle
County aims to organize a tuberculosis testing drive for dairy and beef cattle this fall. Officials seek at least 500 cows and 1,000 head, with 2,000 inquiry letters being mailed to landowners to gauge participation and secure state veterinary cooperation.
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Fountain Ecoounty
State Veterinary Department
For Sale Choice Home Canned Tomatoes
An advertisement offers home canned tomatoes for sale with contact S. A. Dickinson and a phone number 148 for inquiries.
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Call
S. A. Dickinson
County Agent circulates notice for participation
A circular letter urges men to sign up now and requests those who did not receive it to inform the County Agent within ten days. The notice emphasizes timely registration and directs interested individuals to the local office for requests.
Republican district leaders swing into town chatter
Fred Robison of Lebsanon and Ben Grehim of Veedershure visited Tuesday in a town hall style call to action. The gang’s plans and perceived rigidity sparked debate over county election strategy and local tax concerns amid ongoing political tension.
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Fred Robison
Lebsanon
Coun
Ben Grehim
Veedershure
Hesvar
Inie
Efoth
Wri
Laugh Line Coming to Lyric for One a Minute Tonight
The Laugh Line presents One a Minute at the Lyric theater this Thursday night. The show invites audiences to enjoy a nightly sketch and comedy set as openings tease the teens in attendance.
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Taluba
Albert M. Herp
Troy Two
Fountain Co
Covington
Indians
Covinston High School
Marie Luke
Willian Lucas
Mir
Clem
Pepeasary
Dutiaes
Che Board of Commisciecers Shell Sarstuaet
Heldiae
Noorteethos i Weyers
Marie Sauth
Alma Mosryeran
Ste Wanlees
Giaaave
Pitde
Tate
Peepee Shestey
Beteihe
Sohinal
Elizabeth Soloeal
Margrette
Polos
Mobertta Jheetin
Piforta
Boeapes Lunder
Seeton
Oir
Wayne Speier
Sillar
Jean Stucker
Arter
McGeorge
Bell
Little Teaylor
Strawser
McCann
SC. Kaufman
cHalice Safes
Rena Clifton
W. M
Lyric
First Township
Supt
Guy Waldrip
Stone Bluff School
Vera King
National Bankers
Morris
Mr. Dollar Bill
the Tire & Battery Shop
First Door West Filling Station
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