Denouncer of Sin in Every Phase To Lecture Here
A. H. White of the American Civic Reform Union will speak in Kingman next Sunday at two meetings and at Cates in the evening. He will lecture at the Methodist church on Asleep at the Switch in the morning and address a Christian church union at 3 PM on Ten-Five. The night lecture at U B church in Cates is Whose Boy Is He. White has long spoken against vice and crime as part of a general crusade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. White
American Civic Reform Union
Kingman
Cates
Methodist
Christian Church
U.B
Mr. White
Body Found in Coal Creek Near Veedersburg
The partly decomposed body of W. Barnes McGuire, Clover Leaf railroad section foreman, was found in Coal Creek near Veedersburg after he had been missing since Tuesday. Identified by letters, the death appears to be by drowning with unknown foul play or accident. He was married with five children, living near Silverwood.
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Coal Creek
Wabash
Veedersburg
W. Barnes McGuire
Clover Leaf Railroad
Ocheltree
A. L. Ocheltree
McGuire
Silverwood
Reform Union aims to curb graft and social ills across states
The article notes active Reform Union work in several states, citing Chicago graft evidence and plans for future efforts. It highlights Mr. White as a eloquent speaker invited to lecture again, and reports Kingman pastors urging large attendance at a men’s meeting to share unique information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Reform Union
White
Kingman
Democrat
New Martinsville
W. Va
Newtown Enterprise Changes Hands to Young Printer
Earl Siler has sold the Newtown Enterprise to Hubert Ellis and will relocate his operations. The new owner is described as a man of high character and a good printer who recently married Helen Aydelotte of Newtown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Earl Siler
Newtown
Hubert Ellis
Helen Aydelotte
Time Thy Day For Sale By Frank Mauris
A brief classified notice offers a few tons of time thy day for sale at a cheap price if purchased in full. Seller Frank Mauris invites immediate agreement and pickup.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Mauris
Suit Filed Against Ex-Treasurer Irvin for Shortage
The state board of accounts sues former Treasurer S Mack Irvin alleging a shortage of 2382.10. About 1418.45 stems from settlement errors while the rest covers excess per diem, road tax receipts, and unaccounted taxes. Attorney General Honan will file with the prosecuting attorney for possible prosecute or settlement. Irvin served two terms as Republican treasurer and says he can account for every cent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Board of Accounts
Mack Irvin
Attica Tribune
Irvin
Board of Review
Thomas H. Honan
Home Coming and Rally Day at Pleasant Grove Church
Pleasant Grove church invites all to a Home Coming and Rally Day on Sunday June 9 with baskets and fellowship. The schedule lists Sunday School at 10:00, worship at 11:00, lunch at noon, afternoon services, and a 7:15 sermon by Rev. Fred Chelen, pastor.
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Pleasant Grove
Fred Chelen
Masons Honor Earl Miller at Marshall Degree Work
G L Cory Al Pickett Dr C C Wert and R A Booe attended a Marshall lodge meeting Tuesday night where Earl Miller received the third degree. The Christian church Ladies Aid will meet next Wednesday at Mrs M P Rowlett home. Frank Maris buys wool at top market price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. L. Cory
al Pickett
Dr. C. C. Wert
R. A. Booe
Masonic Lodge
Marshall
Earl Miller
Ladies Aid of the Christian Church
M. P. Rowlett
Frank Maris
Midnight Special Reels In Dee Losh Barniard Ree
Word fragments hint at a late night item featuring Dee Losh Barniard and Sweeley in Lincoln. Readers see a brief mention of a midnight special.
Spencer to Remodel Store with Plate Glass Front
Kingman furniture dealer C. M. Spencer plans a store upgrade featuring a plate glass front and fresh paint. The shop boasts a large, well chosen stock and frequent imports by the city drayman. Visit to view the extensive, first class selection and have Mr. Spencer guide you through the showroom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingman
C. M. Spencer
Mr. Spencer
Spencer
Drayman
Elderly Mrs Foster Taken to County Asylum
Mrs W Foster of Coal Creek, over 80, was taken to the county house this week for care in her declining days. Lacking family support, she resisted the trip to the institution despite persuasion to ride to the “poor house” for support.
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W. Foster
Coal Creek
Covington Fair Date Set for September Week
The Covington fair will run from September 9 to 13 this year following the Indiana State fair. The association expects notable special attractions never before seen in this region to draw crowds.
Local Residents Return From Visits and Memorial Day
Mrs. Lanie Ratcliff Bittle returned to Covington yesterday after visiting son S. M. Ratcliff and family. Granddaughters Bernice and Lucile Ratcliff accompanied her. Harrison Jackson and wife traveled from Brazil to visit relatives and attend Memorial Day exercises. Uncle Henry Briggs assisted in decorating fallen comrades’ graves. Frank Maris paid highest market price for wool.
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Lanie Ratcliff Bittle
Covington
S. M. Ratcliff
Bernice
Lucile Ratcliff
Harrison Jackson
Brazil
Henry Briggs
Frank Maris
Belle Ephlin Elected WRC Department President at South Bend
Mrs. Belle W. Ephlin of Tangier was elected department president of the Woman's Relief Corps on the first ballot by a 278 to 356 vote margin at a South Bend gathering. A long-time leader, she has served Tangier W R C since 1891 and held multiple offices, with Rockville department headquarters now established with Mary Leatherman as treasurer.
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Belle W. Ephlin
Tangier
Woman's Relief Corps
South Bend
Rockville
Mary Leatherman
Epworth League Social At C F Smith Home
Epworth League hosts a social tonight at 8 o clock at C F Smith residence. Program includes readings, solos, a baby guessing contest, partner stunt, duets, instrumental numbers, a moulding contest, and refreshments performed by local members and a girls quartette.
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Epworth League
C. F. Smith
S.s. Epworth League
Pravér
Woody
Reid Duncan
Olive Gillum
Estel Duncan
Lois Ford
Winifred Ratcliff
Pleasantly Surprised on George Maddens Fifteenth
George Madden turned fifteen on Wednesday and his grandmother Aunt Sarah Lindley organized a surprise party. Tuesday evening his father Col A G Madden and family guests from Lindley and Madden joined him at home, catching him off guard afterStore. George is described as a good boy who always wears a smile.
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Geo. Madden
Sarah Lindley
Col. A. G. Madden
L., Lindley
Feet Madden
George
Bos
Alway
Jackson team rider boots Tom Dark in wild ride
One of T. M. Jacksons teams ran away with Tom Dark last Thursday afternoon while returning from Cates and almost demolished the hack. Neither the horses nor the driver were injured.
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T. M. Jackson
Tom Dark
Cates
Kingman Horse Show Needs More Support to Succeed
The Kingman Horse Show hinges on extra cash and renewed backing in the coming days. Sentiment is divided, but organizers hope a finance committee push and a Star office meeting tonight at 8 will unite business houses to back a quality exhibit.
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Kingman
Finance Committee
Star Office
Board of Review to Meet for Fountain County
The county board of review will convene in Coyington on Monday for a thirty day session to equalize personal property assessments and appraise stock company properties including railroads and banks. If dissatisfied, object before the board. Members are Charles Dochterman, W. B. Gray, W. H. Thompson, W. B. Coleman, and Elton McClure. The last two were appointed by Judge Schoonover.
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County Board of Review
Coyington
Fountain County
Charles Dochterman
W. B. Gray
W. H. Thompson
Fatal Accident at Cates Claims Clover Leaf Brakeman
Otto Zook, a westbound Clover Leaf freight brakeman, was killed Thursday at Cates. He fell while crossing between box cars and was run over by the wheels, suffering severe injuries. He died after being placed in the baggage car for transport to Frankfort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Otto Zook
Clover Leaf
Cates
Frankfort
Veedersburg
Subscribership Arrears and Local Housing Progress
The notice warns subscribers over one year in arrears to remit for The Star and mentions an official Post Office Department letter. It also reports Kingman carpenters building new houses and repairing old ones, with Dick Ramsey’s house near completion and Scott E Ratcliff adding a basement three porches and other improvements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingman Carpenters
Dick Ramsey
Scott E. Ratcliff
Gasoline Explosion Burns Veedersburg Woman
A gasoline explosion in Veedersburg last Thursday nearly for burned Mrs. John Ratcliff. She went to the barn to save a car when flames enveloped her clothing. Passerby Joe Glascock assisted, neighbors aided, and Mr. Ratcliff rushed home. Despite severe burns, she remained alive in precarious condition days later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Veedersburg
John Ratcliff
Joe Glascock
Decoration Day Observed by Kingman Veterans
Old soldiers led a memorial procession at Kingman cemetery with wreaths laid by young girls. Fred Purnell delivered a patriotic Memorial address, Rev Isaac Embree gave the invocation and benediction, and Oscar Spencer was elected president for the next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm. Drake
Fred
Purnell
Isaac Embree
Oscar Spencer
Children’s Day Observed by Local Christian Church
The Christian Sunday school will observe Children’s Day next Sunday evening at 7 30. The program includes songs recitations drills and related items. The public is invited to attend.
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Cincinnatti
Newtown Enterprise
Man
March “King of Hearts
Miriam Gavotte
Waltzes
Belmont
Dee
Losh
Barniard
Sweeley
Lincoln
Buhalts
Covington Fair
Epworth League Social
Uncle Sam
U.S. Post Office Department
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