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Newspaper

Covington Republican

Location

Covington, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1906

Page

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Wreck Claims Miller Family In Rio Grand Disaster

A Hillsboro report details the March 16 Rio Grande wreck near Adobe Colorado that killed Frank Miller his wife and his Uncle William Miller. Robt Miller and Thomas Hershbarger traveled to identify remains finding charred bodies and recovered watches belonging to the Miller group. The Millers had mining interests near Walcott Colorado and carried substantial funds in currency and drafts.

William Frank Miller Rio Grand Robert J. Mill Thomas Hersebarger Hillsboro Times William Miller Adobe Colorado Robt. Miller Frank Colorado Springs Denver & Rio Miller Mr. Miller Farmers’ Bank Denver & Rio Grand Swallows

Weekend Dress Goods Sale Highlighted in Window Display

Special Saturday and Monday sale offers black dress goods at 50c per yard, now 25c. Real linen Torchen lace priced up to 15c per yard, now 5c. See window display for details.

Merryman and De Haven Sign With Central League

Dick Merryman and Kid De Haven left Monday noon for Springfield Ohio where they have signed for the season and have begun work. The two players have been rising in baseball circles this year and are commanding excellent positions and salaries. Our stock of spring clothing for men and boys is complete with prices as low as usual at J Loeb's Stores.

Dick Merryman Kid de Haven Springfield Ohio J. Loeb’s

Death of T. H. McGeorge Sr.

Thomas H. McGeorge Sr aged 76, longtime city businessman and Mason, died Monday at noon after a long illness caused by paralysis. Funeral held Wednesday at 2 30 p m from his Fourth Street home under Mason auspices, with interment at Mt Hope cemetery.

Thomas H. McGeorge Sr McGeorge J. H. Palmer Fourth Street Masonic Lodge Mt. Hope Cemetery

Henson-Martin Weds Melissa Martin in Roswell Home Ceremony

Henson son of Rev. J. P. Henson and Melissa Martin daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John D. Martin united in marriage at the bride’s home in Roswell at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday with immediate relatives and about fifteen friends present. After cake and ice cream, the couple planned to run a dairy business on a farm southeast of the city and reside there.

Roswell G. Henson J. P. Henson Melissa Martin John D. Martin

New Indiana Secretary of State Appointed After Storms Resigns

Daniel E. Storms resigns as Indiana Secretary of State at Governor Hanly’s request. Fred A. Simms of Frankfort succeeds Storms, after a brief appointment period. Storms had been a popular Republican figure. no rival candidate appeared for the post.

Indianapolis Ind Daniel E. Storms Lafayette Hanly Fred A. Simms Frankfort Storms Indiana Dave Sherrick Office of Auditor of State

Perrysville High Commencement Set for April 14

Perrysville High School will hold commencement exercises next Wednesday evening April 14 at 8 o clock. Five graduates will receive diplomas. Music will be provided by Stilwell arches of this city. The event is free to the public.

Perrysville High School Stilwell

Spring suit sales from Covington Leader ad

With the coming of Spring you may want a new suit, if so, let us show you the best clothes made. S. H. & M. are considered the best in America. Sold only in Covington by The Leader.

America Covington

James Allen Sr. Stricken With Paralytic Stroke at Crawfordsville Depot

James Allen Sr. of Covington suffered a paralytic stroke on the platform of the Big Four depot in Crawfordsville Thursday evening while awaiting a train. He was carried to the train and on arrival home showed improvement and continued to recover, being able to return to business by Friday.

J. L. Allen Sr Big Four Crawfordsville O. M. Coffing Wabash Township Jim James Allen Sr Covington Allen

Tailoring Show By Lamm & Company Cutter

Merchant tailoring advertises a fitting event by a top cutter from Lamm & Company of Chicago. A large line of woolens will be displayed and measurements taken for suits coats pants vests and more on Thursday Friday and Saturday April 12 18 14. Garments are guaranteed for fit make and material.

Lamm & Company Chicago

Meat Market Closes. Smith Moves to Danville Business

The Smith meat market closed its doors Saturday. Mr Smith relocated to Danville Illinois to start a new business. He is described as an excellent gentleman though the move demanded hustle in the local area.

Smith Meat Market Mr. Smith Danville Ill Mr Smith

Arm Dislocation After Court House Wrestling Incident

James Bright wrestled with several boys on the court house lawn last Saturday and dislocated his right shoulder and fractured the upper arm bone. He was taken to Dr. Gilson's office where the arm was reset and he is progressing nicely.

Court House James Bright

Leader catalog highlights footwear for men and women

The Leader notes a season’s shoe range from Dorothy Dodd for ladies and Walk Over for men offering high or low cuts in leather.

Dorothy Dodd

Mrs Fiora Bodine Board Dies in Indianapolis

Mrs Fiora Bodine Board died in Indianapolis last Saturday morning at 3 o clock. Her funeral was held at her home Sunday afternoon at 3 o'clock. A long community residence and church ties were noted with tributes from the Woman's Club and Presbyterian sisters. Burial was private Monday at Mt Hope cemetery. Buy the carpet with the patented hollow stick and you will have the best that is going

Fiora Bodine Board Indianapolis Woman's Club Sisters of the Presbyterian Church Mt. Hope Cemetery

Indiana Health Board Reports February Mortality Decline

February health bulletin shows Indiana had 12 fewer deaths and about 30 percent lower disease prevalence than the previous year. Pneumonia caused the most deaths at 403. smallpox appeared in fifteen counties with 152 cases but no deaths. Allen County Ft Wayne as center with 63 cases.

State Board of Health Board Bulletin Allen County Ft. Wayne

Spring Silks and Dress Goods from The Leader

The Leader advertises spring silks and dress goods in silk wool and cotton with matching trimmings at pleasing prices for commencement.

Baby Ora Elizabeth Livengood 1900 1906

Ora Elizabeth Livengood youngest child of O M and Gusta Livengood died at age five. Born October 26 1900 funeral services were held at the country home with Rev Palmer officiating interment in Mt Hope cemetery. The family recalls her as a bright sunshine and memory lingers in their hearts.

Ora Elizabeth O. M Gusta Board Livengood Rev. Palmer Mt Hope Elizabeth Kingdom of Heaven

Tailor Wording on Made to Order Garments

J Loeb advertises warranting material trim and fit for garments made to order by the house. The notice emphasizes assurance of quality and tailoring standards offered by J Loeb.

J. Loeb

Carpets and Curtains Offer New Line of Home Furnishings

The Leader invites readers to view a display of Brussels velvet wool and cotton carpets along with matting linoleum and window shades in this section showcasing a premium home furnishing line.

Brussels

Presbyterian Church Services This Sunday

The pastor will preach Sunday morning on The Friend of God. Isaac Alenzer the converted Jew will speak Sunday night on Jewish Home Life.

Isaac Alenzer

Kentuck Church Meeting and Spring Suit Sale Notice

A meeting at the old Kentuck church is set for Saturday at 2 p m with all members urged to attend. Sermons are planned for Sunday morning and evening. J Leob invites public to visit the store for suit fittings on April 12 18 and 14 with measure taken for new attire.

Old Kentuck Church J. Leob

Tragic Freight Train Death at Williansport

Ed. Ross about twenty five and unmarried was instantly killed attempting to board a moving freight train at Williansport. The body was ground to pieces.

Ed. Ross Williansport

County Commissioners Hear Highway Petitions In Session

County board of commissioners held regular sessions this week reviewing highway construction petitions and quarterly settlements with county officers and township trustees alongside routine business.

County Board of Commissioners

Shaw Shaper removes stain at New Process Laundry

A notice highlights the Shaw Shaper service from New Process Laundry Phone 33 claiming it removes saw edge stains on collars and cuffs. The ad emphasizes convenience and local contact for laundering needs.

Shaw Shaper New Process

Sabbath Services at Methodist Church Ad Season

Bible school at 9 30. Preaching at 10 40. Preaching at 7 15 p m. Bend Church Sabbath 2 30. Epworth League Sabbath Evening 6 15. Illustrated Life of Christ sermon with stereoptican pictures. Admission free.

Bible Bend Church Epworth League Christ

Lamm & Co Cutter Available for Measurements at J Loeb

An experienced garment cutter from Lamm and Co the largest Chicago tailoring house will be at J Loeb clothing store to take your measure for any cloth ing you may desire on April 12 13 and 14.

Lamm& Co Chicago J. Loeb

Bodine and Mallary Wed in Quiet Rural Ceremony

Richard L Bodine and Miss Ida M Mallary were married at the residence of Rev. A R Heath south of this city on Sunday evening. Both are praised as excellent young people from Wabash township and many friends extend congratulations.

Richard L Bodine Ida M. Mallary A.R. Heath Wabash Township

Cooper Cemetery Fence Meeting Planned at Cooper Church

All persons interested in the Cooper Cemetery are notified to meet at the Cooper church on Friday April 13 at 1 p.m. to decide on fencing the cemetery. By order of Pearl Orahood Overseer for 1906.

Cooper Cemetery Cooper Church

Ready for you to view new ladies tailored suiting

Our stock of ladies tailor made suits skirts waists silk coats and crevenett coats is now ready for display.

Cravenett

Also Mentioned on This Page

Central League T. H. McGeorge Ellmore & Cook Dan SEC OF State Fred A. Sims IN Sims Lowell Perrysville Jim Allen J. Loeb’s Stores Mrs. Mont Board Ora Elizabeth Livengood Presbyterian Church Services Kentuck Methodist Church Bodine-Mallary Pearl Orahood
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