Covington Defeated by Willemsport in Fast Batting Showdown
In a home game Willemsport impressed with fast batting and strong defense. Covington struggled to score until the eighth inning when they added two runs, but the home team maintained control. Notable plays include Brent’s long center hit, Lewis’s homer, and solid defense by Hunter Brant and Dee.
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Covington
Wingate
Veedersburg
Sy Fotee
Willemsport
Hirshbeel
Hirshvonthunter
Haret
Ind Woallace
Ord B. Lewis
Savage Bate
C P
Crane
B. Bee
Sanday Brent
Lewis
West Lebanon Fire Prompts Storage Rules and College Corner Welcome
A fire at West Lebanon damaged a garage storing gasoline and highlighted gaps in safeguards. Crask and Cooley had orders to store fuel underground and secure compliance, with Cooley uninsured. The blaze drew emphasis on improved storage methods and a costly loss of about 14 200 dollars. College Corner welcomes attendees with a Sept 5 event featuring G H Lamb a Kansas lawyer and former state senator, plus music and a church tent lunch.
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Tra N. Crask
Crask
Crash
Burt Cooley
Cooley
West Lebanon
Danville
Williamsport
Attica
Rey Pears
Weiceme
G. H. Lamb
Yates Center
Kansas
Lamb
Congress
College Corner
Tragic Crash Kills Mr and Mrs Baer on Road to Lafayette
Mr and Mrs Jesse Baer of Stockwell died instantly when their car collided with a large touring car west of Crane. The other vehicle sped by at a high speed, drove their car into a ditch, and trapped the Baers beneath, ending their lives. The writer urges strict fines for drivers who do not share the road and slow passing speeds.
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Jesse Baer
Stockwell
Crane
Lafayette
Soletas
McCray Plans Summer Tour of Hereford Herd Across Indiana
Warren T. McCray president of the Indiana State Board of Agriculture will tour Indiana county fairs this summer and fall with his herd of pure bred Herefords. The tour includes Columbus Coryville Rosville Chelbyville Frankfort LaFayette Crawfordsville Terre Haute North Manchester and additional stops to be announced before fairs begin.
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Warren T. McCray
Indiana State Board of Agriculture
Indiana
Delerat Rcts
McCray
Columbus
Comeravile
Rosnville
Chelbyville
Lenenen
Frankfort
LaFayette
Crawfordsville
Terre Haute
North Manchester
Fall From Covington Bridge Amazes Work Crew
Albert Cook, a construction man on the Covington iron bridge, lost balance last Friday and fell about 55 feet from a steel girder into the river. He surfaced, swam to shore, and was badly bruised by impact with false work, his escape deemed miraculous from a dangerous point.
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Albert Cook
Covington
Cook
Briggs and Ford unite in Pence marriage
Briggs N Harley and Flossie Ford of Pence wed at the Presbyterian Manse on Saturday August 21, officiated by Rev Wilmer. The couple are young and many friends extend hearty congratulations.
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Harley N. Briggs
Flossie Ford
Pence
Wilmer
Horse Freeway Run Shocks Court House Area
A horse driven by Bud Simmerman suddenly bolted after spooking at a machine before the courthouse. It ran to the Lower Restaurant area where the driver redirected it into a standing wagon. The buggy tore loose, the driver was tossed to the pavement but walked off with only minor injuries.
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Bud” Simmerman
Court House
Opening of new Stat zell store a grand success
The opening of the Stat zell store at Tablast Saturday drew a large crowd. Special representatives from various firms displayed goods while music came from a Benjamin Temple of music orchestra and church ladies provided cakes. Everyone enjoyed the event.
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Statzell
Benjamin Temple of Music
Centenarian Elizabeth McCoy celebrated in Parke County
Elizabeth McCoy, Parke County's only centenarian, celebrated her 104th birthday last Sunday at daughter Rachael Marks' home near Sylvania with relatives and friends in attendance. Exceptional rail service announced for Covington Fair includes Big Four and Wabash trains, with schedules to accommodate visitors from around the area.
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Elizabeth McCoy
Parke County
Rachael Marks
Sylvania
Tiibute
Covington
Attica
Williamsport
Lebanon
Danville
Obituary of William Davis of Washington County Maryland
William Davis born August 25 1833 in Washington County Maryland died August 16 1915 aged 81 years 11 months 21 days He married Nancy Stephens April 7 1871 and had four children three sons living and one daughter with mother having passed away He leaves three sons and one brother no sisters Uncle Bill is remembered with a bright spot in memory.
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William Davis
James
Mary Davis
Washington County
Maryland
Nancy Stephens
Uncle Bill
John the Grandpa Welcomes Fine Boy at Trott Farm
A baby named John, grandson of Mr and Mrs Charles Trott, was born at their farm Wednesday night. The newborn is of standard weight and both mother and child are doing well. Grandpa John reports a happy, lasting smile.
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Charles Trott
John
Warren County Teachers Conduct Annual Institute
County teachers under County Superintendent Harry Evans held their annual institute this week at the High School. Lectures by FE L Lawrence of Defiance College Supt Richard Park of Sullivan Supt John H Claypool of Pine Village and Miss Lelia Smith of Williamsport drew strong attendance. Enrollments surpassed one hundred with broad interest and good participation.
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Warren County
Harry Evans
FE. L. Lawrence
Defiance College
Richard Park
Sullivan
John H. Claypool
Pine Village
Lelia Smith
Williamsport
Judy Norquest nuptials in Indianapolis at Norquest home
On Wednesday August 18 in Indianapolis at the home of Charles Norquest on Cornelius Avenue Mr M A Judy and Miss Mamie Norquest were united in marriage. Both residents of Warren County are well known. Mr Judy is a stock specialist for the Dairy Farmers and Drovers Journal and has farming interests in the area. Miss Norquest is a trained nurse with promise for social and religious work in West Lebanon. The ring ceremony was performed by Rev G F Keanston of Crawfordsville. The newlyweds plan a business trip to California expositions.
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Indianapolis
Charles Norquest
Cornelius Avenue
M.A. Judy
Mamie Norquest
Warren County
Judy
Dairy Farmers and Drovers’ Journal
United States
Miss Norquest
West Lebanon
G. F. Keanston
Crawfordsville
California
Masonic Lodge Plans New Quarters in West Lebanon
The Masonic Lodge at West Lebanon will rebuild on its old site. A new room will be added north of the bank room, and the floor above the two lower rooms will become lodge quarters. After failed attempts to buy rear lots from Mrs. Campbell, the group opts to redevelop at the original location. Read the ads.
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Masonic Lodge
West Lebanon
Bank
Recital at West Lebanon by Mrs Date and Mrs Dale
The second annual recital by Mrs H W Date and Mrs A E Dale will take place at the Methodist church in West Lebanon on Friday evening September 3 unless rain forces postponement to Saturday September 4. The program includes solos duets trios and two piano numbers. Admission is free.
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H. W. Date
A. E. Dale
Danville
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Brant
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Liesant
Daneka
Norquest
Wier
Williamsport, Indiana
Pythian Sisters
Pythian Sisters Lodge
K. Ot P. Hall
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