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Newspaper
Kingman Star
Location
Kingman, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1912
Page
1
R M Smith the Attica night operator was robbed at 3 10 AM Sunday when a tall man in a fur overcoat threatened him with a revolver. The thief cut the telephone line took cash from the money drawer plus $2 60 from the operator and fled with an accomplice. no trace has been found.
Republicans in Fountain county are called to meet in their townships next Saturday to elect delegates to the state convention in Indianapolis March 26 and to nominate two electors at large. Delegates to the Ninth District convention in Lebanon March 28 will be chosen for the national convention at Chicago June 18. A Roosevelt faction seeks the places while Taft forces claim a decisive victory.
The firm announces a two day event on Friday and Saturday March 29 and 30 featuring a grand opening with $175 worth of merchandise given away. The crowds are expected to be among the store’s largest as merchants offer special sales and millinery shops unveil spring styles in Kingman.
At a trustees and County Superintendent meeting M. F. Livengood announced the county commencement will be held in Attica this year. It is expected to be among the best in the county with a June date to be set by the superintendent.
Nellie Bonebrake announces March 30 preview of spring and summer millinery with latest styles and reasonable prices. Customers urged to inspect designs and compare prices, indicating fashion offerings from Robinson & Reath and related seafood pairing with fresh Baltimore oysters.
Deputy Coroner Fred Parham ruled in Covington that Thomas H Bodine died accidentally after contacting an electrically charged furnace at his home. The 17 year old wiring remained unchanged since installation while city homes were wired privately until twelve years ago. A potential heavy damages suit against Covington Light and Water Company looms, with George McDonald named as Bodines son in law.
Warren Ratcliff and Miss Dot Dark were married last Saturday evening at the home of Rev A A Raridan in Harveysburg. Both are longtime locals with strong family ties. the groom is the eldest son of Miles A Ratcliff and the bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Wm Dark. The couple, who attended local schools, receive best wishes for a happy life from the Star and numerous friends.
A public notice from Perry A Sowers denies any talk of shooting dogs or placing poison with intent to kill. He warns that further defamatory statements will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.
In 1850 Uncle Jimmy Watt began paying taxes in Fountain county and since that time he has paid into the county treasury 5363 27. He has reserved each and every receipt and prizes them highly. Mrs Grant Gosset and Mrs. Thos. Dotson of Veedersburg visited this week with Mrs. Alvessa Ratcliff returning home yesterday. Robt. Campbell of Cates sold his implement store to Harrison Fowler and S. P. Lindley. E.S. Wilkey was here from Covington on business Tuesday.
Charles E Foxworthy, cleared by a Covington jury of murdering Mitchell Kiger, files for separation from wife Margaret Fay Foxworthy in Fountain circuit court. They wed Sept 24 1907 and separated Sept 22 last year, alleging cruel treatment and abandonment. They have two children Carlton Lee and Harry Owen. custody requested for Carlton Lee.
Mrs. Ella Ratcliff filed for divorce from David J. Ratcliff alleging abandonment cruelty and neglect since their separation in 1910. She seeks alimony and restoration of her former name Ella Lewis. The case awaits argument with Ratcliff expected to present counter evidence.
Dick Cook and Mrs Effie Shoaf of Veedersburg were married at the bride’s home in Veedersburg last Saturday at 8 pm. Rev O E Kelley officiated. Cook is an insurance agent and Shoaf runs the Central hotel, recently relocating from Hillsboro.
Mrs. Sarah Howard died at her son in law Chas Moore home on Wednesday at the age of 68. A prayer and song service was held at 2 o clock Thursday afternoon at the home with burial in Harveysburg cemetery.
E S Booe Jas A Copeland C E Howrey and Henry Glas cock traveled to Indianapolis to attend the Democratic state convention held yesterday.
The St Patrick Social brought together about 60 members of the A B Sunday school young ladies and young men classes at Mr and Mrs H H Puckett's home. Snakes made of green yarn hidden around rooms were hunted as music paused. Gordon Sowers found 19 snakes winning the top prize while Everett Ratcliff found one and earned the least prize. Refreshments followed and thanks were given to the hosts and organizers for a charming evening.
Sleeper Brothers Fowler Nursery in Fowler Indiana advertises a fine Spring 1912 stock of orchard trees including Apple Pear Plum Peach and Cherry varieties plus shade trees evergreens small fruits and flowering plants. Emphasizes heavy last season yields and urges planting Apple Peach and Cherry trees this spring with request to write for a catalog.
Steinbaugh and Jones showcase a large spring line of Blue Ribbon Ready-made Clothing. The store asserts the garments fit as well as tailored suits and invites customers to call and view their extensive assortment.
Wallace Indiana school will hold its commencement in town on Wednesday evening March 27 at 8 o clock. Rev. O E Kelley of Terre Haute will deliver the address and provide educational guidance. Graduates include Bernard Alen Everett Clore Glenn Shuler and Ray Philpott.
On Friday afternoon March 29 a promotion invites all girls not over twelve to see a new line of children's hats. J Myrtle Harvey endorses the event and Patrons are urged to attend for styling ideas and hats.
Eck Irwin is visiting relatives and friends in the area, stopping to reconnect with extended family and longtime acquaintances during a brief stay.
The Ben Hur traction line will be offered for sale to the highest bidder on April 6 at the Crawfordsville power house from 9 AM to 5 PM. The sale is for the entire property with an upset price of 1,000,000 dollars set by Judge A B Anderson. bidders must deposit 50,000 dollars or provide a certified check as a pledge and the purchase price must follow the court decree. Capitalists from Crawfordsville and Indianapolis are considering bids, with some questioning the upset price.
The Restricted Equal Suffrage association and the Woman's Franchise league of Indianapolis urge both parties to adopt a suffrage plank. Plans have evolved for months with support from the Central Labor union of Indianapolis which endorsed the effort and pledged cooperation and backing.
On Easter Sunday during Sunday school and preaching hour the M E church will present a cantata titled An Easter Message. It will be entertaining and instructive and rendered in costume. All are invited to attend.
Daniel W. Shanks and Mrs. Ida Rice were married in Rockville on Thursday of last week. The groom serves as city marshal and is well known locally. friends extend best wishes for the couple’s future.
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Towell arrived home from Florida Monday and relish their Splendid outing while glad to be back in Indiana. Mrs. M. E. Howrey returned Friday from a visit with Geo Linebarger and family at West Union. A rental ad notes a good restaurant room with bakery in connection by Marsh Farr. Mrs. John Bonebrake paid a visit from Veedersburg this week. R. C. D. Woody also came from Veedersburg in the fore part of the week.
A list of Fountain County deeds filed for record shows transfers from Joseph Russell and Otis Heath to Fay Cook hosts, plus numerous sales including Wilson Goodrich to John Nixon for 20000 dollars and C B Fithian to John Madigan for 10000 dollars. Other entries cover Attica and Covington properties with prices ranging from 1 to 6000 dollars.
Heavy ice blanketed the area Wednesday causing widespread damage as trees bowed under the load and telephone poles and wires snapped cutting service. Manager McAlister warned it will take about two weeks to restore full operations while repair crews work to replace damaged lines and poles.
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