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DePrez

The Shelby Democrat
Thursday June 26, 1924
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ELVA DEPREZ IS GIVEN DIVORCE
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Granted Separation From
James R. DePrez, Now in State Prison
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SENTENCED IN DECATUR COUNTY
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          Mrs. Elva May DePrez, of the south part of the county, was granted a decree of divorce from James R. DePrez, by Judge Harry C. Morrison in the Shelby Circuit court today. Mrs. DePrez was also granted the custody of their three children, and was given personal property which she had claimed in her complaint.
          Mr. DePrez is now serving a term of from two to fourteen years in the Indiana State Prison, where he was sentenced in the Decatur Circuit Court at Greensburg on a charge of manslaughter. DePrez shot and killed his father, John DePrez following a quarrel which they had had at Lewis Creek, where they resided. The case was tried in the Decatur Circuit Court at Greensburg, after being sent there on a change of venue from Shelby county.
Contributed by Barb Huff

The Shelby Republican
Thursday March 6, 1924
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DEPREZ DIVORCE SUIT IS FILED
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Mrs. Elva May DePrez Brings Court Action
Against James R. DePrez
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HUSBAND IS NOW IN PRISON
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          James R. DePrez, of Lewis Creek, who is now serving a sentence of from two to twenty-one years on a charge of manslaughter, in the Indiana state prison at Michigan City, was made the defendant in a complaint for a divorce, which was filed in the Shelby Circuit Court today by Mrs. Elva May DePrez, of Jackson township. Mrs. DePrez also asks for the custody of their three children. Cheney & Tolen are her attorneys. The couple was married July 15, 1917, and separated February 3, 1923. Mrs. Deprez states that her husband was convicted on a charge of forgery in the Shelby Circuit Court in 1919, and served a term in prison. She says that on December 15, 1923, he was found guilty of a charge of manslaughter in the Decatur Circuit Court, at Greensburg, and was sentenced to prison, and is now serving the term. DePrez was arrested, charged with shooting and killing his father, John H. DePrez, in the DePrez garage at Lewis Creek. His case was sent to Decatur Circuit Court at Greensburg for trial. The wife was a witness for the state at the two trials which were held.
Contributed by Barb Huff

The Shelby Democrat
Thursday March 6, 1924
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ASKS DIVORCE
FROM HUSBAND IN PRISON
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          Mrs. Elva May DePrez, of Jackson township, filed a complaint this afternoon in the Shelby circuit court for a divorce from James R. DePrez, who is now serving a sentence of two to twenty-one years in the Indiana State Prison, on a charge of manslaughter, of which he was found guilty last December in the Decatur circuit court at Greensburg. Mrs. DePrez who is represented by Cheney & Tolen, attorneys, also asks the custody of their three children. Charges in the complaint are that Mr. DePrez in 1919 was convicted of forgery in the Shelby circuit court and served a sentence of 2 to 11 years. The second charge is that he was convicted of the charge of manslaughter for the fatal shooting of his father, John H. DePrez and is now serving the sentence on this charge. Mrs. DePrez alleges that her husband is not a fit person to have the custody of the three children;   Floyd, 5 years old, John, 2 years old and Minnie, 8 months old. Mrs. DePrez was a principal witness against her husband at the hearing in Greensburg when he was tried for the killing of his father. The couple was married July 15, 1917, and according to the complaint filed today the separation took place February 3, 1923, the date of the shooting at Lewis Creek, in which John H. DePrez was almost instantly killed.
Contributed by Barb Huff

The Daily Democrat
Monday, November 20, 1916
Page 4, Column 2
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          Mr. and Mrs. Frank Hassler, Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hanson and Alex James, of Connersville, were visitors in this city, Sunday. They made the trip in the Hanson car. Mr. and Mrs. Hanson were guests of Mr. and Mrs. John E. Robins, Mr. and Mrs. Hassler were guests of Mr. and Mrs. Lewis Goodrich and Mr. James visited his aunt, Mrs. John C. DePrez.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Indianapolis Star
Septembe 19, 1915
Page 43 Column 2
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SHELBYVILLE.
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          Mrs. Cassius Hadley, Mrs. Bert Hadley and Mrs. Clark Mallory of Indianapolis visited Mrs. J. G. DePrez here Tuesday.
Contributed by Virginia Latta Curulla

The Shelbyville Republican
Tuesday, September 2, 1913
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The following rulings were made by the court:
Court Notes.
   Herbert B. DePrez, receiver of the surviving partnership of Frechtling & Moerner, vs John E. Moerner et al; petition for an order to sell real estate; proof of publication and posting notices filed. Report of sale of real estate and other property filed and approved. Deed ordered, reported, examined and approved in open court.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville Democrat
Thursday, March 13, 1913
Page 1
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Blustering March having made a record-breaking score in dealing out snowstorms, cold rains, and piercing winds during the first ten days of the month, put on a more genial aspect Wendesday afternoon and favored Mrs. Jacob G. DePrez and Mrs. Albert DePrez with an ideal spring day with bright skies, sunshine and balmy breezes, thus making complete every feature of their well-planned "Spring Party."
"Auction Bridge" was the card game. As it is somewhat new in Shelbyville, it was interesting to note how many groups "of four" were "practicing" from the time invitations were issued until the event.
More than seventy-five handsomely gowned ladies enjoyed the hostess' hospitality at the home of Mrs. Jacob G. DePrez, where many spring-features were in evidence. The beauty and perfume of the season's first flowers were a delight. Along the entire length of plate rail in dining room were pots of primroses and Alpine violets. Elsewhere were wall pockets filled with sweet peas, tulips and smilax. A small table in living room held a large vase of Killarney roses, and the mantle-shelf vases of daffodils and spirea combined. Wall pockets of gorgeous tulips brightened the walls of the spacious hall. Sweet peas and tulips in wall pockets added their beauty and perfume to the delightful music room. Tulips lent charm to the library.
Another indication that spring had come was the evidence of fresh crisp spring millinery.
Fifteen tables were arranged in the three large rooms, at which "auction" was played. A table in library was at disposal of these who enjoyed the game of "rum," while a few ladies who preferred a social chat to the "rigor of the game," gathered in a group in the living room. Each guest gratified her inclination. Everybody was happy and bent on having a good time.
Score cards with shamrock, its blossom or little hod attached, were given by Mrs. Tom David to each guest upon reaching the foot of the stairway. Ireland's color was used in the refreshments which were "par excellence." A "shallalah" which opened into a green fan decoreted with the "harp of Tara," the shamrock and bearing the national motto: "Erin go Bragh," was given each guest. Following the supper, prizes were awarded to the most successful player in each bridge club in town: Monday Club, Mrs. E. A. Swain;
(Continued on Page Four.) Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Daily Democrat
Thursday, August 24, 1911
Page 4 column 1
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NEWS NOTES
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Good seasoned Block wood for sale. Immediate delivery. J. G. Deprez.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelby Democrat
Thursday, November 16, 1905
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           Think of it, the J. G. DePrez Co. are now selling 47-inch American Fencing at 28 centers per rod. All other fences are sold in proportion. Come now if you want fencing.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville Democrat
June 3, 1904
Page 2 column 2
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WRAY DEPREZ GRADUATES
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Mr. D. Wray DePrez will graduate from Culver Miitary Academy on Lake Maxinbuckee, this State, on Wednesday, June 8th.
An elaborate program in harmony with military tactics, has been prepared and several have been received by his friends in this city, the exercises beginning with a battalion review and inspection and the Baccelaureate sermon on Sunday morning and ending with the final formation, lowering the colors -- "Auld Lang Syne" -- and battalion dismissal for the summer on Wednesday, June 8th, makes the program replete with interest.
Wray DePrez, like most Shelbyville boys and girls who go away from home to attend school, has achieved quite a reputation amongst the members of the faculty and his fellow students. He is at the present time holding the position of Captain of one of the companies and has secured an enviable position in the institution.
His parents, Mr. and Mrs. J. G. DePrez, who are attending the Louisiana Purchase Exposition at St. Louis, will go from there to Lake Maxinbuckee to be present at the commencement exercises, after which Wray and his parents will return home.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelby Democrat
December 31, 1903
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You all want to buy Xmas presents, if you want the right prices and the largest line to select from see the J. G. DePrez Co. ---------O--------- Lamps, lamps, lamps, at the J. G. DePrez Co.
Copied by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelby Democrat
Thursday, November 16, 1905
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   Bert DePrez went to Indianapolis on business this morning.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelby Democrat
December 24, 1903
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          Albert DePrez who has been quite sick for several days is improving.
Copied by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville Republican
Friday, October 7, 1898
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          Dan Deprez's big dog, Nero, has been killed for the purpose of easing his sufferings. Sometime ago a big wart was taken from his body, the wound never healed and he had to be killed. He was the finest stable dog in this city and some time ago he attempted to stop a runaway horse by jumping a number of times at the lines. The dog was a very valuable animal to Mr. Deprez.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelby Democrat
June 16, 1898
Page 3 column 2
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Several days ago Miss Katherine DePrez, of Marion township, made an affidavit to the effect that her brother, Eugene DePrez, was a person of unsound mind, and a commission composed of 'Squires Gordon and Andrews and Drs. Booher and S. A. Kennedy were appointed to hold an inquest. They met on Saturday and after examining several witnesses, all the members of the commission were ready to report but Dr. Kennedy, who was given more time, and Monday when the commission wanted to finish up the matter, the doctor was not ready to sign up the papers, whereupon Miss DePrez withdrew her first application and, making out another one, Dr. M. Drake was appointed in place of Dr. Kennedy, and the work of the commission proceeded with DePrez being found insane, and will be taken to the asylum as soon as accepted by the authorities.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelby Democrat
November 9, 1893
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          Why buy a washing machine of a traveling agent when you can buy the best washing machine in the world for $2.50 at J. G. Deprez & Co's.
Copied by Phyllis Miller Fleming, Jan 2001.

The Shelby Democrat
July 17, 1890
Page 3
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A barn on the farm of Mr. John C. Deprez, situate in West Hendricks township, was burned Sunday. A lot of hay, a buggy and farming implements were lost. Insured for $800 in the Ohio Farmers' Insurance Co.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville Daily Democrat
Wednesday, January 27, 1886
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L O C A L    N E W S.
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          Mr. George Deprez will play the organ in the Methodist church during the absence of Miss Nancy Lacy.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Shelbyville Daily Democrat
Monday, January 25, 1886
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L O C A L N E W S.
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The charming Misses Pepper, who have been visiting Mrs. J. G. Deprez, will return to-morrow to their home in Connersville.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

The Daily Republican
Monday, July 21, 1884.
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LOCAL NEWS.
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A party of ladies and gentlemen headed by Will Deprez, will leave tomorrow for a visit of several days to the Mammoth cave in Kentucky.
Copied by Marcia Stinson

The Shelby Volunteer
Thursday, January 25, 1883
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If there be any men left in Shelbyville with ice-houses still untitled, they deserve no sympathy as the freezes during the early part of this week were sufficient to satisfy the greatest stickler for clear, compact and solid ice from eight to ten inches in thickness. Daniel Deprez took advantage of the fine opportunity to fill his mammoth establishments near the river.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

An Indianapolis Newspaper
December 15, 1871
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Contact the Indiana State Library for a full copy.
FIRE / Shelby Co. / Tannery of Gus Deprez burned; loss $1,700.00. J. 12-15-1871 p3 c1

The Daily Evening Democrat
Shelbyville, Indiana
September 14, 1880
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   Miss Mary Deprez, of Cincinnati, is in the city, visiting her cousin, Miss Maggie Deprez.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

Shelby Union Banner
June 25, 1863
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MARRIED.
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   DEPREZ -- BLUMENSTINE -- In this city, on the 23d inst., by Esquire Brown, Mr. Augustus Deprez, to Miss Mary Blumenstine, all of this city.
Contributed by Phyllis Miller Fleming

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