County Spelling Bee Heads to Huntingburg March 22
The second county spelling bee will be held in Huntingburg on March 22 at 12 30 pm. Local contests select champions by March 8 with top three from corporations eligible for county contest. District contest in Huntingburg April 5 at 12 30 pm uses Alexanders Speller or Howe's Fifth Reader and awards prizes for first to third.
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Huntingburg
Columbia Township
Cuzco
Harbison Township
Kellerville
Boone
Lockenour
Madison
Hillsboro
Bainbridge
Jasper
Marion
Haas
Hall
Kellams
Jefferson
Birdseye
Patola
Cass
Holland
Ferdinand
Wm. Gons
Kate Harrison
Frank Pinnick
Minnie Heidelbech
Va Cooper
Effie Frank
Myrtle Greene
Eula Alford
Harriet Sweeney
Louis Burger
Anna Rasche
Esther Wachner
M. L. Kellams
Celia Zehr
Alvin Whaley
P. L. Friedman
Edward Kunkter
Andrew Mercker
George Fisher
Harry Parka
D. F. Robert
E. M. Prince
Wm. Wirtzberger
Louis Blessinger
Alexander
Howe
Janitor Bid Accepted at Court House for 1913 Year
Eleven bids were submitted for the court house janitorial contract for 1913. John Ambs Fritch and Sweeney offered 75.00, and his bid was accepted despite lower offers from several bidders who could have performed the duties.
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Court House
John Scherer
Frank Fierst
John C. Keller
Wm. Boyke
Cca
Blane Anderson
Amos Leffler
Thos. Evana
Ernest Hmays
Csee
Tra Alexander
John Ambs Fritch and Sweeney
John Ambs
Do It Now Spring Suit Order at Hoary Heokroann & Sons
Vintage ad copy urges immediate spring suit purchase from Hoary Heokroann & Sons offering universal tailored fits and fabric choices. It promises fashion confidence everywhere with measured service and guaranteed satisfaction or no pay. The ad hints affordable pricing and personal measurements to settle the clothing question.
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Heokroann & Sons
Obituary notes for Sebastian Schreiner and Frank Wagner
Sebastian Schreiner of Ferdinand born 1844 dies January 30 1913 after long illness on St Meinrad road retire to town leaves wife three sons Paul Xavier and John and daughter Mrs Ford J Echsner of Louisville also noted is Frank Wagner born in Ferdinand died in Owensboro after erysipelas age about 50 husband of Dora Rothley and father to Clinton and Irvin funeral at Owensboro with local relatives attending
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Sebastian. Schreiner
Ferdinand
Paul
Xavier
John
Ford
J. Echsner
Louisville
Evansville
Frank Wagner
Thomas Newbauer
Owensboro
Wagner
Terdinand
Ind
Fivansville
Tell City
Dora Rothley
Owenaboro
Miss Rothley
Clinton
Irvin
Andy Eger
Gus, Meyenberg
John C. Reichle
Troy
No Need to Stop Work Says Doctor Orders Wear You Down
A health tonic claim urges readers not to stop work when health declines. The ad promotes Electric Bitters as a remedy to restore tone and vigor, prevent breakdown, and build strength, promising first-dose relief and guaranteed satisfaction for 66 cents at local druggists.
Phantom of the Opera serial to debut in NEWS weekly
The NEWS launches a weekly installment of The Phantom of The Opera by Gaston Leoux at a cost of $1.50 per issue. Readers are urged to send 25 cents for a three months trial, with the promise of local news and other features in the county paper.
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Gaston Leoux
The
NEWS
Ameng the Sick Patients Improve in Local Notes
Mrs Louis Hoing has improved after a long illness and may need surgery soon. Henry Baalmann, ill for a year with stomach trouble, is up and gaining strength. Frank Roos, sick about a month, shows improvement and hopes to be out in a week. John Volker’s wound is healing. his arm, torn by a heavy meat hook two weeks ago, is recovering. Paul Klush, who broke his leg before Christmas, walks with crutches and plans to return to work soon.
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Louis Hoing
Henry Baalmann
Frank Roos
John Volker
Paul Klush
Liquor Licenses Granted by Commissioners Court in Jasper Fer dinand Portersville
Commissioners Court grants liquor licenses to IRognatz Kress Joseph Merkel and Mike Marks of Jasper and Michael Webelher of Ferdinand. Portersville bridge remonstrance by Henry W Hoffman continued to next meeting amid claims bridge is five feet too low. Jail medical practice for Dr Joy Casper approved for $30. Commissioners set next meeting for the 15th.
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Irognatz Kress
Joseph Merkel
Mike Marks
Jasper
Michael Webelher
Ferdinand
Henry W. Hoffman
Portersville
Portersville Bridge
Joy. Casper
Miss Lizzie Lindenschmidt Hosts Monday Euchre Night
Miss Lizzie Lindenschmidt entertained a number of her lady friends at euchre Monday night. Present were Misses Rosa Olinger Mary Heilers Augusta Dilger Emily Heitz Rosina and Della Schilling Ida Beckmann Emma and Ida Seufert Katy and Emma Moller Ida Bromm Olivia Kaninenberg and Augusta Hoffmann. After the games, cake and wine were served and all enjoyed themselves to a late hour.
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Lizzie Lindenschmidt
Euchre
Rosa Olinger
Mary Heilers
Augusta Dilger
Emily’ Heitz
Rosina
Della Schilling
Ida Beckmann
Emma
Ida Seufert
Katy
Emma Moller
Ida Bromm
Notable Visits From Jasper and Nearby Towns This Week
A roundup of residents and visitors in the Jasper area this past week includes Theodore Peters and J. A. Sondermann in Jasper last Sunday, George Rippy of Louisville and several others on business or social calls. Names tied to events include Jos. Egloff, Jos. Mueller, P. J. Detroy, Ludwig Vogel, Albert Lehr, John Siegfried, Edward Fgloff, John Buehning, Theodore Otto, Frank Bumm, Frank Stallmann, Math Morgan, Casper Schuler, John Volker, Mr. and Mrs. John Knapp, Miss Ida Bromm, Carl Theile, Robert Gates, Ben Leinenhbach, Miss Anna Dittmer, F. J. Hofacker, Martin Gilliatt, Joe and Henry Hollinden, Shorty Lanthien, Fred Specker, John Hoer, Frank Rockelhoff, wm Kranz, Frank Lehnen, and Sam Figeher. Many were in town on business, visiting relatives, or attending local events. several traveled to nearby towns such as Huntingburg, Louisville, Cincinnati, and Tell City.
Circuit Court actions notes in Jasper Indiana
Court docket items include sale of real estate to J W Stimson for 14900, bonds 50 for several defences, appeals and forfeitures. Cases cover liquor to minor, intoxication, assault with intent, note judgments, foreconstruction of fence, and a bank note suit with $256 judgment. Additional entries reference Appellate court appeals and bond forfeitures.
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Jasper
Ind
Carolina Hollinden Et al
J. W. Stimson
John Krodel
Paul Roletter
Sherman Kellams
For Sale One Acre Mariah Hill With Implements Store
For sale one acre in Mariah Hill featuring an implement store dwelling stable and outbuildings. Also selling entire stock of farming implements and contents of the place. Two story store building 30 by 40 feet suitable for any business. A fine opportunity for the right man and at a cheap price if taken at once.
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Mariah Hill
Wedding at St Anthony Church in a rural home setting
Joseph Drach and Barbara Stetter were wed at St Anthony church at eight AM. Attendants Carrie Sternberg and Jake Drach. A church ceremony followed by a reception at Barbara Stetter’s parents’ home with many relatives. The couple will reside on the late Andy Prach’s farm. News extends best wishes.
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St. Anthony
Joseph Drach
Barbara Stetter
Carrie Sternberg
Jake Drach
Joseph Stetter
Anthony Drach
Victor Drach
Leonard Geofrich
Anthony Troxler
August Troxier
John Sternberg
Anthony Sternberg
Peter Kiem
Sam Boddy
Illinois
Frank Egler
Willie Troxier
Fd Englert
Mary Hoehgsaung
Lizzie Sternberg
Andy Prach
Court Expenses Record From Local Jurisdiction
Report lists juror and court staff payments including per diem 75.00 6.00 10.00 and juror expenses 123.30 24.00 with entries for jurors Elias Melchior Henry Schwenk Bobbs Merrill Co Jos Friedman Daniel Rentepohle and others. total 898.75 notes the poet term had unusually light expenses in court history.
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Barbara Eifert
Wm.Bockelman
Per
Jacob P. Scwenk
Henry Melchior
Henry Graham
Nordhoff
John Kitterman
Rens A. Beatty
J. Schwenk
Melchior
Local Clerks Record of Two Marriage Licenses
William Woodward and Pearl Newton wed in the clerk office by Justice J P Trustin K Dougherty. Chester Day and Ottimae Howard marry in the clerk office officiated by Frank L Betz Justice of the Peace.
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William Woodward
Pearl Newton
J. P. Trustin K. Dougherty
Chester Day
Ottimae Howard
Frank L. Betz
J. P
New Discovery Promises Health Boost for Colds
Mrs. Bruce Crawford of Niagra Mo endorses Dr King s New Discovery for coughs colds throat and lung troubles claiming it helped her son become healthy again. The ad also notes various farm for sale items including 40 acre tract near Mariah Hill and 80 120 or 160 acre St. Monarod land with good water.
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Dr. King
Bruce Crawford
Niagra
St. Moinrad
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St. Meinrad Road
Ameng the Sick
Commissioners Court
Theodore Peters
J. A. Sondermann
George Rippy
Jake Seger and
Daughter
Our Town
Jos. Egloff
St. Meinrad
Jos. Mueller
Jeffersonville
P. J. Detroy
Ludwig Vogel
St. Henry
Albert Lehr
Rockport
John Siegfried
Edward Fgloff
John Buehning
Johnsburg
Theodore Otto of
Frank Bumm
Frank Stallmann
Math Morgan
Casper Schuler
John Knapp
Carl Theile
Robert Gates
Ben Leinenhbach
Ireland
Anna Dittmer of
Hubert Beckmann
F. J. Hofacker
W. H. Neil Co
Martin Gilliatt
Marengo
Joe
Henry Hollinden
Shorty
Lanthien of Troy
Fred Specker
Cincinnati
John Hoer
Frank Rockelhoff
Kranz
Simmons Hardware Co
St. Louis
Frank Lehnen
Maugh Hill
Sebastian Schreiner
Sam Figeher
Abreng & Ott Manuateaturing Co
Moydey
Circuit Court
State
Noah Osborn
John Schwinghammer
Jacob E. Schurtz & Co
Southern Express Company
William H. Brety
Ferdinand Railway Co
Charles Harris
Otto Weisheit
Dubois County State Bank
Pearly A. Brittain Et al
John Gobble
Andrew Cummins
Adv
Ces Mehling
Fred Kehsner
J. D. Roberts
Southwestern Underwriting Co
Robert
Lonnyville
Mike Jochem
Frank Kunkler
Sam W. Pitts
Leo Mehling
Anton Buschketter
Lawrence, Neb
Jacob P. Schwenk
Wm. Bockelmann
Bobbs Merrill Co
Jos, Friedman
Daniel Rentepohle
Adye
Hunting Road
Tj Farm
Frank Arnoldt
Haviah
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