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Newspaper
Covington Republican
Location
Covington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1902
Page
1
The Leader’s Local Notes And Moving News
A rapid collage of city life with arrivals and visits, shop notices, and social events. From vendors at Boyd’s to M. Herzog in Waynetown, J. Loeb’s goods, and The Leader’s spring openings, the page catalogs shoppers, guests, and upcoming sales across Fountain County.
Will H. Kavanaugh Visits City for Indianapolis Sun
Will H. Kavanaugh and his wife spent Monday and Tuesday in Perrysville for the Indianapolis Sun. Kavanaugh is praised as a pleasant man who did good work for the Sun, described as a leading business daily in the state. Math Boyd reports a fine orchard near the east end of the bridge and jokes about finding a good widow to marry so he can build a residence, comparing himself to Henry Cade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will H. Kavanaugh
Indianapolis Sun
Mr. Kavanaugh
The
Sun
Math Boyd
Henry Cade
Perrysville
Court crowd gathers for Bingham v Grant Ratcliff case
For the fourth time this spring a large Kingman area audience filled the court. The Bingham versus Grant Ratcliff case was called, jurors agreed, and the trial was continued by agreement. Special judge Willisham of Fowler presided. The case will be heard at the June term. Grant remarked he had so many cases he forgot today’s docket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingman
Vicinits
Bingham
Grant Ratcliff
Hon
Willisham
Fowler
Grant
May 15 Proclaimed Holiday For Soldiers and Sailors Monument
Governor Durbin proclaims May 15 as a holiday for the dedication of the Soldiers and Sailors monument in Indianapolis. Businesses urged to suspend operations and flags to be displayed on public and private buildings. The dedication is described as a patriotic festival inviting surviving war heroes to attend. A finance committee seeks at least 4,000 dollars in contributions, with Medford B. Wilson as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Durbin
Indianapolis
Commercial Club
Medford B. Wilson
Unclaimed Letters for Week Ending April 16 1902
List of unclaimed letters including Willis Hathaway Alice Palmer Ola Patterson John W Redman L A Smith H Sowers Wm Williams E Williams Mrs Flow Lui Wray. Callers advised to say advertised. F Boyd P M
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Willis Hathaway
Alice Palmer
Ola Patterson
John W. Redman
L. A. Smith
H. Sowers
Wm. Williams
E. Williams
Flow Lui Wray
F.w.boyd
P. M
Gravel Road Battle Ends in Setback for Kent Township
Kent township watchers faced a crushing defeat at the county board in Williamsport last Tuesday as a technicality surrounding near-limit levy calculations, including mortgage exemptions, knocked out the gravel road project. The decision sparks strong disappointment among residents who anticipated a broader road-improvement drive, urging petitioning to revive the initiative and protect land values. Boyd's grocery advertisement notes local groceries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kent Township
Board of County Commissioners
Williamsport
Jubilee Singers Impress At First Christian Church
Maggie Porter Coles led the Fisk Jubilee Singers in a Monday performance at the First Christian church. A fair audience greeted the program which featured plantation and sacred negro melodies and was well rendered, maintaining the group’s high reputation. The ensemble’s delivery was hailed as a real treat to those who value their quality and expression.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maggie Porter Coles
Fisk Jubilee Singers
First Christian Church
Monarch Shirts Shine in Local Shop Release
Monarch Shirts are highlighted as the top product with strong sales in a local shop. The retailer asserts the line offers quality fabric and reliable wear. Demand remains steady as customers seek durable casual attire.
Birthday Anniversary for Grandma Foulton in Foster Indiana
April 15 1902 marked Grandma Foultons 81st birthday at Foster Indiana with 84 attendees. Eight children three of whom were present 48 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren joined in a feast and games. Lewis Boughner captured the gathering including four generations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grandma Foulton
Foster
Ind
Grandma
Lewis Boughner
Fulton
Shoes by W L Douglas Heywood and Drew Selby for sale
J offers W L Douglas Heywood and Drew Selby shoes at a low price. The ad markets durability and value as the best option for buyers seeking affordable footwear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. L. Douglas
Heywood Shoes
Drew Selby
J. Loeb’s
Percheron Stallions Offered by Covington Breeders
The Fountain and Warren Breeding Company offers French import Percheron stallions at reasonable prices. Keeper C. B. Hull of McCabefarm lists 40 rods north of Prescott Grove cemetery, Covington Indiana, as the location for inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Covington
Royal
Benardin
Fountain and Warren Breeding Company
C. B. Hull
McCabefarm
Prescott Grove Cemetery
Ind
Wyand Resigns as Prosecutor in Woodward Territory
In a Monday letter to Court Reporter L D Patton Wyand of Woodward Oklahoma Territory resigns as prosecutor and says his resignation was sent to Governor Durbin. Ratcliff or Billings were suggested as successors and Governor Durbin later confirms Ratcliff appointment to Wyand unexpired term.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. D. Patton
Clyde Wyand
Woodward
Oklahoma
Territory
Wyand
Durbin
Ratcliff
Billings
Boyd's Bakery Sells Fresh Large Loaves Daily
Baker's bread remains popular as Boyd's offers fresh large loaves daily, emphasizing generous portions and reliable quality for customers seeking hearty servings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker’s Bread
Boyd’s
Impure Baking Powder Seized by New York Health Authorities
New York Health Department seized and dumped nearly two tons of alum baking powder mixtures into the river as dangerous to health. A sixth avenue department store also contained the powder. Analysts found it to be an alum powder with pulverized rock. Consumers are urged to buy reputable high grade powders and avoid cheap or own-brand options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Health Department
Sixth Ave
England
Missouri
Winona Assembly and Summer School Opens Eighth Season
The Winona Assembly and Summer School at Lake Winona Indiana begins its eighth season in June 1902. The program promises to surpass prior years with lectures entertainments and public access. The town reports major rebuilding including a remodeled Winona Hotel new bowling alley boat house and thirty cottages on McDonald Island with new brick depot and a two story building by the Winona Mineral Water Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winona Assembly
Lake Winona
Ind
Winona
McDonald Island
Pennsylvania Railroad
Winona Mineral Water Company
Colt Breaking at Covington Fair Grounds
Colt breaking by farmer McMahon at Covington Fair Grounds. Also a sale at Woodbury Hill Farm on April 22 featuring 4w 75 Poland China and Thoroughbred hogs with litters boars and stock. Jersey cows and calves sold at 11 50 hog sale starts 1 p m. John R Teegarden attends court in Kingman noted as a staunch local conservative figure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmer McMahon
Covington Fair Grounds
Poland
China
Woodbury Hill
Plaza Hotel
Local Traders Exchange advertises cheap feed and storage
The Traders Exchange in Covington Indiana offers affordable feed and storage services. Slim, proprietor, invites inquiries and directs customers to the shop seven doors south of the southwest corner of the public square.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Traders Exchange
As. Slim
S. W. Cor
Public Square
Covington
Ind
Old Soldier Crane Dies During Work in Stone Bluff
Will FE Crane, a seasoned resident of Stone Bluff and long familiar figure in the county, collapsed and died while fur rowing his potato patch early Tuesday. He was over sixty and well regarded. Funeral services were held Thursday morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will FE. Crane
Stone Bluff
Judge Isham Delays in County Clerk Office
Hon Will Isham of Fowler visited to pursue the State case Bingham v Grant Ratcliff. Awaiting the clerk he faced a playful scene as Janitor Savage offered a marriage license while Deputy Clerk Miles arrived, ending with the joke on the judge who did not participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Will Isham
Fowler
Bingham
Grant Ratcliff
Isham
Le Aiglon Opens For Public Meals In New Hotel
The new hotel at the corner of 5th and Liberty streets will host public meals starting next Sunday. Dinner will be served from 12 to 2 pm on Sunday, April 20, with a modern, well furnished establishment and superior service expected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
5Th and
Liberty Streets
Covington Pursuit Nets Robbery Suspect Walter Tarr
Marshal DeHaven tracked a Waynesville, Ohio, robbery suspect to a rural escape, arresting Walter Tarr after a cross-state chase from Wingate to Veedersburg. Tarr denied familiarity with Waynesville but was linked by letters and charged with stealing $40 from a restaurant cash drawer. Requisition papers sent him back to Ohio for trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshal DeHaven
Waynesville
Ohio
Ab DeHaven
C. B. Lewis
Walter Tarr
Marshal Lewis
Tarr
Wingate
Veedersburg
Lewis
Farr
Mortgage exemption papers call on Lou Bell
Parties seeking mortgage exemption documents are instructed to contact Lou Bell at the Recorder's office for proper execution.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lou Bell
Recorder’s Office
Also Mentioned on This Page
Boyd's Grocery
M. Herzog
Waynetown
M. Board’s
Mary Wood
the Republican
Loeb’s
Robert Baker
Rathbone Sisters
K.of Phall
Frank Dennis
Crawfordsville
Lou Schwin
City
J. Loeb
W. E. Dotson
Rush Medical College
Chicago
Robert Voliva
Newtown
Dennis
Miss Ward
Margaret Barnett
Romney
Mrs. Herzog
Mary Cardiff
Maud Herzog
Big Four
Layton& Bilsland
Francis Britton
Earl McCampbell
Sweet Orr & Co
William Busland
M. Scesley
LaFayette
Ed Logue
Danville
D. M. Ferry
Wm. Dennis
Will Martin
C. R. Milford
Attica
J.W. Whicker
T. H. Britton
Carrol Slusher
Layton & Bilsland
Bert Huber
Anna Lunn
Mesdames Dennis, McCabe, Barret and
Rinn
City Steam Laundry
E. M. Board
Mrs. T. A. Clifton
Virgil Ballard
Gus Cronkhite
Baltimore
Bertha Barton
Misses Morgan
R. E. Smith
Woodbury Sale
Walter Waterman
Peter Ost
Acorn
Miss Pearl Lane
Mayme Elliott
Fountain County
Loeb’s Stores
Boyd’s Grocery
Monarch
Leader
New York Board of Health
Colt
John R. Teegarden
Mr. Teegarden
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